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Publication of Johnson County Government www.jocogov.org Volume 37, No 1 Jan-Feb 2019 the editor’s view the Best Points of light in 2019 ur nation lost a World War II veteran, Health and Environment, and to become a vital a consummate statesman and a kind participant in the many programs and activities leader when former U.S. President at the K-State Extension Service. Times George H.W. Bush died at age 94. The possibilities are nearly endless, local- OHe became known as a gentleman and a ly, as well as regionally. United Way of Greater THIS & THAT proponent of civility and bipartisan leadership Kansas City maintains a “volunteer central” in the years after his single term in office. Bush section on its website that links willing volun- The Best Times, a bimonthly left a multi-faceted legacy, not the least of publication of Johnson County teers to meaningful jobs that need doing. Government, is mailed without which is the nonprofit organization, the Points “A thousand points of light” may not have charge to Johnson County residents of Light Foundation, encouraging citizens and had the forceful, stirring ring of John Kenne- who are 60 plus. Subscriptions are residents to volunteer and become a point of dy’s famous line “ask not what your country available for $20 annually for those light in their own communities. who do not qualify to receive it. If can do for you — ask what you can do for your you are interested in receiving In his 1989 inaugural address, the 41st country” but it was essentially the same idea. The Best Times, call 913-715-8930. president called on our country to give through It’s a willingness with no expectation of enrich- service. “We can find meaning and reward by On the web: The Best Times is ing ourselves but only with the goal of helping available online at jocojov.org. serving some higher purpose than ourselves, a others. shining purpose, the illumination of a thousand Mission: The Best Times is a According to the Points of Light Foun- points of light … we all have something to bimonthly magazine provided for dation, 20 million hours of volunteer service give,” H.W. Bush said. all Johnson County residents age 60 involving more than five million volunteers are plus, publishing articles that inform, He called for a kinder, gentler nation. Of mobilized each year through the organization. challenge, support, entertain and the thousand points of light he talked about, persuade. The estimated dollar value of volunteer hours H.W. Bush was by far the brightest, leading to each year is $482 million. the creation of the Points of Light Foundation. Contributions to support the mission That’s important work, for sure. And of The Best Times should be made It is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit or- payable to The Best Times and mailed ganization to encourage and empower the spirit it’s just as important in the Sunflower State. to the address below. of service, according to its website. According to the Corporation for National and Community Services, Kansas ranks seventh in Publishing of letters from readers, As we begin another new year in Johnson opinion columns, or advertising County, we echo that call to service and repeat the nation for volunteerism with 31 percent of does not constitute agreement or it to our readers of The Best Times. Kansans serving as volunteers providing more endorsement by this magazine or Volunteer opportunities abound in the than 76.5 million hours of work worth an esti- Johnson County Government. mated $1.8 billion in donated time to communi- Director of Public Affairs and county and its 20 communities, both large and Communications: Jody Hanson small. ty service. 913-715-0730 Find the time today, this week, this month, Thirteen Johnson County departments/ email: [email protected] this year to volunteer and help make our com- agencies annually rely on volunteers to provide Editor: Gerald Hay, 913-715-0736 munity a better place to live. County and city a wide range of services/programs to benefit email: [email protected] governments; local churches or schools; and residents of all ages. Volunteers serve as men- Circulation: 913-715-8930 religious, charitable, civic and professional tors, help victims of abuse, become storm spot- organizations all have opportunities for volun- ters, staff book sales and man special events. Advertising Sales: The list goes on. Information on volunteer op- Che’rell Bilquist, 913-715-8920 teerism. portunities is provided by visiting jocogov.org. email: [email protected] Johnson County agencies and departments In 2018, a report on volunteerism from 111 S. Cherry Street, Suite 3300 always have a need for volunteers for the Meals Olathe, KS 66061 the previous year, indicated 4,180 volunteers on Wheels and Catch-A-Ride programs; for provided 202,258 hours of service to county 913-715-8930 assisting residents at one of the county’s food 800-766-3777 TDD government. Based on the national standard of pantries in multi-service centers at Mission, a volunteer hour being worth $24.69, the vol- DEADLINE FOR EDITORIAL AND Lenexa and Gardner; and for helping in activ- unteer work had a value of almost $5 million. ADVERTISING COPY IS THE 8TH ities and programs at Johnson County Library, That’s a lot of points of light. But there’s OF THE MONTH PRECEDING Johnson County Park & Recreation District or always room for more. April is National PUBLICATION Johnson County Museum. Volunteer Month. National Volunteer Week, Volunteers can help clients with intellec- a program of Points of Light, will take place On the Cover tual and developmental disabilities at Johnson April 15-21, 2019. Jean Ralston, a member of County Development Supports, with supervised Let’s remember what H.W. Bush once the Olathe Sunflowers, John- visitations at Johnson County Court Services, said: “Any definition of a successful life must son County’s only Granny and with many services and programs serving include serving others.” Basketball team, takes a shot households with all ages at the Department of He lit the way as an example to follow and against defender Jan Berg. Human Services. a legacy to remember. Cover story photos by Paul Andrews They are needed to plant a spring garden to We need more points of light, locally and benefit the WIC (Women, Infants and Chil- nationally. dren) program, to protect the environment and Lend a helping hand in 2019. support green initiatives by the Department of Volunteer!

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Red.indd 1 11/13/14 1:02 PM www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 4 • Jan-Feb 2019 Silver Haired legislators list Program priorities as session begins focuses By Katy Hoffman who have been granted placement when the on aging children have been removed from custody he Kansas Silver Haired Legislature, comprehensive incorporated in 1983, is a statewide orga- of their parent. These funds would provide financial resources for the provision of care. and fun approach nization comprised of those 60 and older to living that and advocates for seniors. • Community-based transportation for seniors A continues to be nonexistent or limited in celebrates the gift TWe meet annually in the fall in Topeka in of longevity is what the House of Representatives. Most Kansas rural areas. Seniors need transportation to live successfully to obtain essential services participants will find counties have one delegate, however Johnson in a new program being County has six delegates because of its larger and keep long term placements at bay. State agencies could greatly help in establishing offered this winter by the population. 50 Plus Department of the We have just concluded our 36th annual community-based transportation services. • Authorize statewide sports wagering di- Johnson County Park and session in which we finalized the issues on Recreation District. which the organization agreed to present during recting the revenue gained to senior citizen social service programs The new Aging the 2019 Kansas legislative session that begins Mastery Program (AMP) Jan. 14. Those issues include: • Legalize expanded medical cannabis applications that include tetrahydrocannabinol will focus on positivity • Continue fully funding the Senior Care Act which has been reported to improve care and simple changes that that helps make community-based services for various medical conditions which could can make a big difference an option. Think about paying an average of include seizures, chronic pain, Parkinson’s, in creating healthy habits. $200/month for services as opposed to the fibromyalgia, nausea, post-traumatic stress The Aging Mastery state paying $3,000/month for nursing home disorder (PTSD) and others. Program will meet at 9:30 care for those who qualify for Medicaid. • Full funding and a Cost-of-Living Adjust- a.m. on Thursdays, be- • Expansion of Medicaid which could ment (COLA) for the Kansas Public Em- ginning Jan. 10 at Rolling improve health outcomes by reducing the ployees Retirement System (KPERS) which Hills Presbyterian Church, number of uninsured Kansans; could increase includes debt service payments on pension 9300 Nall Ave., Overland economic activity; and could provide federal obligation bonds and stop delaying employer Park. funds with a 90 percent match which could contribution payments. It has been 20 years The cost for ten reduce the burden of care for Kansas. since the last COLA for KPERS retirees, 90-minute sessions is $45 • Exempt food purchases from sales tax, but but increasing prices reduces the purchasing per person for Johnson add tax to internet sales which would replace power. County residents or $50 per person for nonresi- these funds. The state sales tax is 6.5 percent Members of the Kansas Silver Haired Leg- dents. for all purchases with additional tax imposed islature are all volunteers who advocate for the state’s older population. They would appreciate Call 913-826-3054 by cities and counties. Requiring all sellers to for more information. To collect and remit sales tax should offset this receiving input regarding issues important to you and would benefit senior Kansans. register by phone, call food tax exemption. 913-831-3359. To register • Provide funding for guardianship assistance Katy Hoffman is a member of the Johnson County dele- online, go to www.jcprd. programs which would benefit grandparents gation to the Kansas Silver Haired Legislature.

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www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 5 • Jan-Feb 2019 Johnson County Area Agency on Aging Paid for by Older Americans Act funding What’s on your list for 2019? he Johnson County Area Agency on Aging wishes you a of activities and improvements. Happy New Year for 2019. We hope these ideas will get you started. We have provided information & assistance, Meals Keep living … keep learning … enjoy the journey … bloom on Wheels, in-home services, caregiver support and where you are planted. Toptions for Johnson County residents year-round for more than Give back. Share your skills and knowledge. 30 years. Encourage, support, empower. The new year is a good time to start your personal checklist Call us if you need a guide along the way. Eat better and socialize more The Area Agency on Aging provides nutritious meals at six Neighborhood Centers. In addition, Neighborhood Cen- ters offer a variety of services, activities, and educational programs for older individuals in the community. Where are the Neighbor- hood Centers located? • De Soto Civic Center - 32905 W 84th St. - 585-1762 • Gardner Senior Center - 128 E Park - 856-3471 • Lenexa Senior Center - 13425 Walnut - 888-6141 • Merriam Senior Center - 5701 Merriam Drive - 677- 2048 • Overland Park Senior Center - 8101 Marty St. - 648-2949 • Spring Hill Civic Center - 401 N Madison - 592-3180 Make a positive impact - create a Improve balance, flexibility, strength legacy by sharing or volunteering and endurance though exercising Use your wealth of accumulated knowledge and the things you have learned about life to be positive, happy, in Endurance and resistance types of exercise provide con- good spirits and to live life in an upward spiral with an atti- siderable benefits for seniors. Exercise is a valuable tool in tude of gratitude. maintaining and improving your health and independence, Connect to your values and vision for life and find mean- with three main benefits to participants: Keep moving, to keep ing in the “hereafter.” If you have lived a long life, reconnect independent and to be strong. to your life purpose … and ask yourself two questions: What Could you stretch or do light am I here after? And what do I want to happen after I am calisthenics or chair exercises once here? a day? You can lift your spirits by connecting to a larger purpose Could you participate in a class or and also do some planning to share your ideas and advice or go to a gym to work out three times financial support for the programs and causes you believe in. a week? If you look at life from a positive perspective, you can Could you walk 15-30 minutes a spiral up, improve your mental and emotional outlook, and day? help yourself by contributing to the community where you Call the 50 Plus Office of Johnson live. County Parks and Recreation to get a catalog of wellness programs in the • Johnson County Human Services Volunteer Program area. 913-831-3355 https://www. 913-715-8859 jcprd.com/170/50-Plus www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/volunteer/opportunities Or you can just tune in to an • KC Communities for All Ages: Aging Mastery Program exercise program on TV or step outside. Your body is the best 816-701-8284 (See page 7) exercise equipment you have … easy to move, easy to store www.marc.org/Community/KC-Communities-for-All-Ages. and it gets better with conditioning. html

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 6 • Jan-Feb 2019 Johnson County Area Agency on Aging Paid for by Older Americans Act funding Plan ahead to get affairs in order hy not make a few calls, and get some clarity about life • Money Smart KC - Alliance for Economic Inclusion. issues that are easier to deal with in advance rather than The Money Smart KC online resource guide offers a list of W at times of stress? financial education classes and events in the area, as well • Kansas Legal Services provides legal assistance related to as stabilization resources for family needs, budget smart powers of attorney, living wills, advanced care planning, spending, and tax assistance. and access to public benefits on a donation basis through Financial Coaching 1-888-815-8016 an OAA contract with the Area Agency on Aging. See the Community Resources 211, 866-320-5764. schedule online at https://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-ser- http://www.moneysmartkc.org/. vices/area-agency-aging/legal-services • The Center for Practical Bioethics provides resources to Call a community access point to schedule an appointment, help individuals make better healthcare decisions in line or KLS Central Intake 1-800-723-6953. with their needs and wishes. The Caring Conversations • K-State Reseach and Extension offers home and family toolkit/workbook guides you and your family through programs on stay strong - stay healthy, basic budgeting, the process of advanced care planning. Transportable cutting the clutter and getting organized, hoarding and the Physician Orders for Patient Preferences (TPOPP) en- impact of compulsive keepers, aging successfully, financial sure that the wishes of vulnerable patients in Kansas literacy, Medicare, tax assistance and valuable records. 913- and Missouri are honored 816-221-1100, 800-344-3829. 715-7000 http://www.johnson.k-state.edu/home-family/. https://www.practicalbioethics.org/. Be healthy and informed on your life journey heck out your options for improved health, Helping older adults to activities, and living your best life. live in the community C Medicare offers free prevention visits. Don’t pass them up. Call your doctor, and don’t overlook with independence the value of a regular check-up to improve your quali- and dignity. ty of life. The Explore Your Options directory from the John- Information & Referral son County Area Agency on Aging is your guide to 913-715-8861 healthcare and senior resources in Johnson County. Stop by the aging office at 11811 S. Sunset in Olathe Senior Health Insurance Coun- and pick one up, or call and ask for a directory, and a seling for Kansas (SHICK) resource packet. 1-800-860-5260 The Aging Information & Assistance line is available Volunteer Services line Monday-Friday offering information on in-home care, 913-715-8859 caregiver supportand transportation. We also have The Commission on Aging (COA) information and the directory online at https://www. will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. jocogov.org/dept/human-services/publications-and-di- 9, and Wednesday, Feb. 13, in the rectories/aging-and-accessibility-directory . Sunset Drive Office Building, Room Need options for your healthcare, in-home support, 1070/1075, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, transportation, housing? Call the Area Agency on Ag- Olathe. For more information, call ing’s Information and Assistance line. 913-715-8861. 913-715-8860 or 800-766-3777 TDD or visit www.jocogov.org/coa or www. facebook.com/jocoaging/. What is the Aging Mastery Program? AAA programs are funded by the The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) is Older Americans Act and state funds a series of classes that offers a com- through the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, prehensive and fun approach to living Johnson County government, agency that celebrates the gift of longevity. The matching funds and individual 10-session program combines goal-setting, daily participant donations. practices, and peer support to help participants make Johnson County government does meaningful changes in their lives. Central to the AMP not discriminate on the basis of race, philosophy is the belief that modest lifestyle changes color, national origin, sex, religion, c a n p r o d u c e b i g r e s u l t s a n d t h a t p e o p l e c a n b e e m p o w e r e d t o c u l t i v a t e h e a l t h a n d l o n g e v i t y . age, or disability in employment or For more information, contact the Mid-America Regional Council 816-701-8284. the provision of services.

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 7 • Jan-Feb 2019 VITA volunteers offer free tax assistance his past tax season, 1,102 federal and Average Gross Income at the Sunset site this tax returns were prepared at the free past season was $26,381.98. Johnson County Sunset Drive Office What to bring Building VITA site — the most ever in You will need to bring photo identification, Tthe history of that location. Social Security cards for each member of the An estimated $1.425 million was returned household and income information (such as to the community in refunds, credit and sav- W-2s and 1099s). Additional documentation ings. needed includes last year’s tax return and a Johnson County K-State Research and check to show your bank routing number and Extension is partnering with El Centro to host account number in order to take advantage of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) direct deposit for any refunds. site in the Sunset Drive Office Building, 11811 Important S. Sunset Drive, Olathe. VITA sites provide • Taxpayers must provide documentation of safe, accessible locations for taxpayers to get health insurance for every family member. assistance in preparing their state and federal Harry Janke is a VITA volunteer. • Health insurance must meet the Minimum income tax returns. Returns are completed and Essential Coverage (MEC) requirements of the e-filed for free. Tax returns will be prepared Feb. 6 - April 13, Wednesdays Affordable Care Act (ACA). and Thursdays from noon – 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:30 • Proof of MEC may be found on a: a.m. – 12:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary, however, they are o Form 1095-C if insurance is obtained through a large employ- completed on a first-come, first-served basis. Because changes to tax er. laws this year are expected to cause much uncertainty and confusion, o Form 1095-B if insurance is purchased through a small residents are asked to please allow ample time in their schedule for employer, purchased on the open market, or provided through the process. For increased convenience, drop-off service has been Medicare or Medicaid. added so information can be dropped off and completed returns o Marketplace Form 1095-A if insurance is purchased through picked up at a later date. the ACA Marketplace. Spanish language assistance is also available. Interpreting for All VITA tax preparers are trained and certified before complet- the deaf may be available, but arrangements must be made several ing returns. Preparers are volunteers and receive no compensation days in advance. for their service. Who’s eligible For further information, please contact the Johnson County Ex- The maximum household income for eligibility is $66,000. The tension Office at 913-715-7000, or visit johnson.ksu.edu. ART TOURS! NEW DOCENT TRAINING CLASS

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www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 8 • Jan-Feb 2019 Library provides resources at tax time ohnson County Library can help resi- form is not needed when filing online at Kan- dents cope with one of the certainties sas Web File kansas.gov/webfile. of life – taxes! A wealth of tax-related • Missouri forms are available online at dor. resources are available to assist taxpay- mo.gov. You can request forms by phone by Jers in filing their tax returns. calling 800-877-6881. Kansas City (MO) tax Tax preparation information is available at kcmo.gov/tax or by The library will once again host the AARP telephoning 816-513-1120. Tax-Aide service. Trained volunteers will answer Business taxes questions and prepare personal tax returns for • Go to irs.gov/businesses for federal tax infor- low and middle income Kansans ONLY at the mation for businesses. Central Resource Library, 9875 West 87th St., • Kansas business tax information is at ksrev- Overland Park. enue.org/business.html. NetWork Kansas is The free service begins Friday, Feb. 1, and a non-profit organization for owners of small runs through Monday, April 15. For more information about the businesses. Contact NetWork Kansas with tax-related questions by AARP Tax-Aide program in Kansas, including a list of documents calling 877-521-8600 or visiting networkkansas.com. that you should bring to your appointment, go to kstaxaide.com. • The state of Missouri dor.mo.gov/business and Kansas City, Tax-related resources Missouri. kcmo.gov/tax have sections on their websites especially The library’s webpage on taxes at jocolibrary.org/taxes pro- for businesses. vides helpful resources including: Donations and deductions Tax forms Most are available online and can be printed from public The IRS information about determining the value of donations computers at the library for 15 cents per page. at irs.gov/publications/p561. The Salvation Army Valuation Guide • For federal forms, go to irs.gov. You can also order forms can be accessed at satruck.org/Home/DonationValueGuide. The online or by calling 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676). The library also has books on deductions and non-cash donations. Central Resource Library will be the only location that will Books & DVDs have some pre-printed federal forms. These will be available The library has a collection of books, audiobooks on CD, beginning in late January or early February. You must come to downloadable audiobooks and DVDs on a range of tax topics to help the library in person to check the availability of specific tax individuals and business owners. Check out the library’s tax page forms. jocolibrary.org/taxes for links to the catalog on pertinent topics. • For Kansas forms, go to ksrevenue.org. Forms may also be For a complete list of holdings, check out the library’s online requested by calling the Kansas Taxline at 785-368-8222. A catalog on its website at jocolibrary.org.

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www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 9 • Jan-Feb 2019 extension connection Landscape trends: Are you trendy? By Dennis Patton garden usually included plants and fish, which involve a great am not a winter person. I don’t like the cold, and as a garden- deal of high maintenance. The tradeoff was the relaxing sound er, I like to be outside gardening. of a babbling stream or the bubbling sound of water. The sound I am probably not alone in my dislike of winter. That of water is still trendy but without all the construction. is one of the reason so many of us go south for the season. The latest trend is to add smaller water features, not ponds. IFor now, I have to be content with staring out the window just These features include traditional-looking fountains, urns or wishing to get outside. I find my- simply small bubblers to create the self daydreaming. What project can I sound of running water. undertake this summer? What tweaks Some water features require a basin can I make for a more enjoyable garden to be dug to hold a reservoir of water, experience? but many styles are self-contained. Each New Year brings with it the Simply make a level surface, setup, latest trends in fashion, colors and add water and plug into the outlet and more. It is no different in landscaping. you have a water feature to help set the I searched the internet and found a few mood. Mine is located right outside the predictions for the landscape in 2019. front door to greet guests. Vibrant colors Grow your own food Color has always been highly Local fresh fruits and vegetables are regarded in the landscape. Designers all the rage. You cannot get fresher than typically use the color wheel to guide outside your back door. Today’s vegeta- their selections based on complemen- ble garden does not require a chunk of tary or analogous combinations. That’s real estate like your parents’ or grand- all gone for 2019. The trend is any col- parents’ gardens did. The new gardens or can now work in harmony to create are not meant for canning or freezing a design. Let your imagination flow produce for the winter survival. and spread the landscape with heaps of Vegetables are used to supplement color. a meal. As a result, it does not take as My color commentary is to follow much space and you only plant what this trend when it comes to designing you love to eat fresh. Vegetables are with flowers. However, I think the base being tucked into landscape beds and landscape of trees and shrubs might look containers. a little more calming when sticking to shades of green and a few My garden is mixed in the flower bed — a small planting accent colors. of spring spinach or peppers mixed in with a few annuals. On DYI decorations the side of my home where I removed a few shrubs, I now have Garden art has always been part of the landscape. Classic space for fresh, homegrown tomatoes. Vegetables are not only statues, gazing balls and structures can enhance your design. functional and tasty but can add beauty as well. Trending now is to let your creativity flow and make your own There you have a few highlights of how to be trendy in the garden art. Designing your art is another way of allowing your landscape. Go ahead and be bold by adding color, living out- personality to show in the garden. There are many different me- side, listening to moving water and planting some veggies. Now diums available to create works of art that will make a statement is a good time to look out the window and dream of what could in your garden. be. If you don’t consider yourself crafty, the internet is full of Dennis Patton is a Horticulture Agent for Johnson County K-State ideas anyone can follow. What better way to pass the winter Research and Extension. days then letting your artistic style flow. Personally, I have been bringing my farm roots to the garden with artifacts from the farm. It is not exactly a craft project but it makes a personal statement. Inside out Outdoor living spaces continue to be on trend. Kitchens, 913-667-2301 televisions and fireplaces make a patio more than just a place resettleme.com to sit and have a drink. The patio is all about living and having the comforts of home outdoors. Making these additions can be Feeling overwhelmed by an upcoming move? costly, but it is your landscape. Do what makes you happy. Unfortunately, being a gardener turns my patio into a jungle We can make your move more manageable and help as I attempt to fit just one more container of brightly colored make your new surroundings quickly feel like home. flowers into the space. I guess I am following the first landscape trend of adding more color. • Move coordination • Packing Water features • New Floor Layout • Unpacking Years ago, the hot trend was to add a water garden which • Downsizing • Organizing required digging and construction to create the pond. A water

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 10 • Jan-Feb 2019 Events honor MLK, Black History Month ohnson County is honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the Arts & Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf King Jr. (MLK) at a free community celebration on Satur- Ave., Overland Park. The presentation features Geri Sanders of the day, Jan. 19, beginning at 5 p.m. in Polsky Hall at Johnson Black Archives of Mid-America, Kansas City, Mo. County Community College’s Carlsen Center. The 18th & Vine District was the cradle of Kansas City’s jazz JThe program, entitled “Building the Beloved Community: scene as well as African-American culture and business on both Love is the Only Way,” will feature Dr. Alveda King, niece of sides of the state line. Cost is $7, which includes museum admis- MLK, as the keynote speaker with performances by the Kansas sion, drinks and snacks. More information is available by calling City Boys and Girls Choirs under the direction of Ahlee Robinson. 913-831-3359.” Martin Luther King Day, a national holiday, will take place The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Satur- Monday, Jan. 21. Johnson County offices will be closed. day and closed on Sunday and major holidays. Admission prices In celebration of Black History Month, Johnson County are $5 for adults; $4 for senior adults 60-years-old and older; and Museum’s History on Tap program series will showcase “The $3 for children ages 1 through 18. Children under 1-year-old are Community at 18th & Vine.” The program is scheduled at 5:30 admitted free. Museum members also are free.

Going fishing You’re invited to Colonial Village’s he winter trout program will add almost three tons Tof fish to two Johnson County lakes on the eve of the 2019 trout season. The public stockings will occur Feb. 20 when an estimated 1,600 pounds of trout will be added at the Kill Creek Park Lake, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe, and about 3,800 pounds at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee and Lenexa. Stocking times will be announced on Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s social media sites. After the fish are stocked, both lakes will be closed to all Grand fishing until the siren start at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, heralding the beginning of the 2019 trout season. For information on fishing and trout permits, call NOVEMBER 4 913-888-4713. Opening Counting birds JANUARY 27 he Great Backyard Bird Count takes place from 9 Ta.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 16 at 11 A.M. – 3 P.M. Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K-7 Highway, Olathe to help track bird populations in North America. Mark your calendars for our grand opening event on Sunday, January 27 from Participants will learn about the birds that spend 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.! We’ll have live music, free food, tours, and giveaways. winters in Northeast Kansas Be sure to check our Facebook page for updates about this event. from experienced birders from Burroughs Audubon Society of Greater Kansas City. 12500 W 137th St, Overland Park, KS 66221 Pre-registration is not re- ColonialVillage.com • (913) 730-3700 quired to participate in the free event. For more information, call 913-826-2805.

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 11 • Jan-Feb 2019 Swearing-in ceremony Your Chairman Chairman Ed Eilert set Jan. 14 for BOCC Phone: 913-715-0500 wo new members and two current representing the 1st District. She joins Email members of the Johnson County the BOCC after serving two terms on the [email protected] Board of County Commissioners Roeland Park City Council (BOCC) will take the oath of Janeé Hanzlick is the new commis- Toffice at a swearing-in ceremony at 9 a.m. sioner representing the 4th District. She is Your Commissioners Monday, Jan. 14, in the board’s hearing the former CEO of SAFEHOME, Johnson room at the Johnson County Administra- County’s domestic violence agency. Effective Jan. 14 tion Building, 111 S. Cherry, in down- Shaffer served Becky Fast town Olathe. one term. Osterhaus Chairman Ed served two terms. 1st District Eilert and Com- Both will leave the Phone: 913-715-0431 missioner Michael BOCC on Jan. 10. Email Ashcraft, represent- As part of the [email protected] ing the 5th District, proceedings, the Jim Allen will be taking the Chairman and each oath to signal the of the three com- 2nd District start of new four-year missioners will be Phone: 913-715-0432 terms. Both were introduced by a Email re-elected in the 2018 [email protected] November General person of his or her choosing and will then Elections. District Commissioners Ron Shaffer, Steve Klika A district com- left, and Jason Osterhaus are leaving be given an opportunity missioner since 2011, the BOCC on Jan. 10. to offer brief remarks 3rd District Ashcraft is beginning before the oath of office Phone: 913-715-0433 his third term. Eilert, who has served on is administered. Email the BOCC since 2007, will be starting A reception will follow the inaugural [email protected] his third term as chairman after serving ceremony. The reception and inaugural as commissioner of the 4th District for ceremony are free and open to the public. Effective Jan. 14 one term. More information about the events is Janeé Hanzlick Becky Fast is the new commissioner available by calling 913-715-0430. 4th District Phone: 913-715-0434 Email County breaks ground for project [email protected] onstruction of Johnson Coun- Diane C. Peterson, M.D. who will ty’s first-ever medical examiner serve as the new medical examiner and Michael Ashcraft facility has started following county coroner for Johnson County, will a ground-breaking ceremony begin her duties in January 2019. 5th District Con Dec.13 for the project located on the The goals of the new medical examin- Phone: 913-715-0435 Email Johnson County Government campus near er facility are: [email protected] 119th Street and Ridgeview in Olathe. • Increase autopsy rates to meet appro- Johnson County has long studied priate national benchmarks. Mike Brown the need for its own medical examiner • Build a state of the art, high-func- facility to perform autopsies and death tioning facility, known for excellence 6th District investigations. The Johnson County voters and leadership. Phone: 913-715-0436 approved a ¼-cent sales tax in November • Facilitate National Association of Email 2016 to build a medical examiner facility Medical Examiners (N.A.M.E.) accred- [email protected] and a new courthouse now under con- itation by meeting scientific require- struction in downtown Olathe. ments. “Law enforcement agencies are excit- The weekly public business sessions of ed for this new medical examiner facility • Provide reliable data for public the Johnson County Board of County that will provide better resources for health to identify trends and emerging Commissioners begin at 9:30 a.m. suspicious or criminal investigations in- diseases. on Thursdays in the Johnson County volving a death,” Johnson County District Renderings of the building and photos Administration Building, 111 S. Cherry Attorney Steve Howe said. from the ground-breaking event are avail- Street, in downtown Olathe. able at this link. The single story building will be Live coverage of the meetings is https://www.jocogov.org/dept/coun- approximately 33,000-square-feet and is viewable on the Internet through the ty-manager-office/county-projects/medi- scheduled to open in the second quarter of county’s main website, jocogov.org. 2020. cal-examiner-facility

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 12 • Jan-Feb 2019 People with Alzheimer’s may wander By Juliette B. Bradley with Alzheimer’s disease is missing. t’s that time of year when the holidays are over, the weather is Ninety-four percent of people who wander are found within cold and a bit of cabin fever and general anxiety can easily set 1.5 miles of where they disappeared. Know your neighborhood. in. Being restless is just one reason individuals with Alzhei- Pinpoint dangerous areas near the home, such as bodies of water, mer’s may wander. With temperatures in the teens and below, open stairwells, dense foliage and roads with heavy traffic. Iwandering is even more dangerous in winter months. Managing caregiver cabin fever Preventing wandering Winter can seem never-ending. Indoor activities for the indi- Six in 10 people with dementia will wander. A person with vidual with Alzheimer’s, the caregiver and family members are Alzheimer’s may not remember his or her name or address and helpful toward keeping the winter blues away. Suggested activi- can become disoriented, even in familiar places.The Alzheimer’s ties include: Association – Heart of America Chapter suggests these tips to • Sing-alongs. Music is the universal language. Put on some prevent wandering: of your loved ones’ favorite • Create and maintain a tunes and create a playlist daily routine. that you can refer to later. • Identify the most • Dance. This fun activity likely times of day that has no limits and can help wandering may occur strengthen muscles and pre- and plan activities at serve balance. that time. Activities • Just like you exercise your and exercise can reduce body, exercise your brain anxiety, agitation and with puzzles, board games or restlessness. crafts. • Reassure the person if • Get ready for spring clean- he or she feels lost. If ing by organizing drawers or the person with dementia closets. wants to leave to “go • Become a bird watcher. home” or “go to work,” Purchase a bird feeder and use communication seed, and locate the feeder focused on validation. close to your windows so Refrain from correcting you can check on your feath- the person and instead, ered friends every day. say, “We are staying here tonight and I will be with you.” The Alzheimer’s Association (800-272-3900 24/7) knows • Ensure all basic needs are met. Has the person gone to the that caregiving isn’t easy, especially in the winter months. If you bathroom? Is he or she thirsty or hungry? are feeling the need to connect to other caregivers, consider one • Keep car keys out of sight. The person may forget that he or of the many local support groups available through the Heart of she can no longer drive. America Chapter, 3846 West 75th St., Prairie Village, 913-831- • Place locks out of the line of sight. Install either high or 3888. Or, perhaps you would prefer to visit in person with a staff low on exterior doors and consider placing slide bolts at the dementia specialist about your situation. top or bottom. The association provides services free of charge in person, on Be prepared in case your loved one does wander. Begin a the phone or online at alz.org/kansascity. search of the immediate area, but if you don’t find your loved one Juliette B. Bradley is director of communications for the Alzheimer’s within 15 minutes, call 911 and report to the police that a person Association – Heart of America Chapter. Take Me Home helps in finding the missing he Take Me Home program is Take Me Home is a free service or in an emergency-situation can enroll in a database maintained by the offered to residents of Johnson County Take Me Home. These individuals tend to Johnson County Sheriff’s Of- by the sheriff’s office. A team of deputies be at risk for wandering and may include fice Communications Division committed to Johnson County’s special people with disabilities such as Alzhei- and is only accessible to law needs community maintains the database mer’s, autism, dementia, Down syndrome, Tenforcement personnel. daily. traumatic brain injury (TBI), etc. It’s The database includes a picture, dis- How does it work? In the event an asked that anyone enrolling an individual ability information, physical description, enrollee is contacted and an officer has be either a family member, legal guardian emergency contact information and map reason to believe they may be a candidate or is turning in a signed registration form of all registered individuals. for Take Me Home, the officer can access on behalf of the individual’s family with If a person in the Take Me Home the database to identify the person and permission. program is encountered alone by a police better assist them. If there is a match to Information on how to enroll an officer or is reported missing, the officer the database, an emergency contact will individual in the Take Me Home program can access the database by the person’s be notified immediately to let them know can be found at www.jocosheriff.org/divi- name or description to locate their en- their loved one has been found. sions-units/dispatch/take-me-home. There rollment record. With this information at Any child or adult who may have dif- is an online registration option as well as hand, the officer can appropriately assist ficulty communicating due to a develop- a printable registration form that can be the person in need. mental or cognitive disability, while lost emailed or mailed to the sheriff’s office.

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 13 • Jan-Feb 2019 cover story Granny Basketball: Women hoop it up for fun By Gerald Hay ou’re never too old to shoot hoops. Just ask any player for the Olathe Sunflowers, the only Granny Basket- ball team in Johnson County. YYes, it’s real basketball on a real court, but some of the rules, the players and most definitely, the attire, are different. Called a “gentle game for women of a certain age,” meaning women 50 years old and older, Granny Basketball involves players with or without previous basketball experience. Participants follow pretty much the same regulations as women’s 1920s-era basketball, including their outfits. “I love it. There are very different rules,” Carol Handley, 69, an Overland Park grandmother of 10, said. “The uniforms are very old, but we’re not!” The attire in Granny Basketball consists of black bloomers, white, long-sleeve middy blouses and black slash collar capes with the player’s number on the back. Colored, knee- high socks distinguish the teams. Maintaining proper ladylike appearance is also important in playing Granny Basketball. Left: Olathe Sunflowers practice together at the Olathe Community Center. Center: Members of the team include, from left, Bonnie Taylor, Leawood; Jan Mason, Players must ensure their legs and upper arms Olathe; Jann Franklin, Gardner; Melanie Simpson, Overland Park; Jean Ralston, Olathe;and Carol Handley, Overland Park. Jan Berg, far right, Edgeton, is a remain covered during the game or risk being Louisburg Tonic team member. Other members of the Sunflowers, not in the group picture, are Kelly Hinrich, Kansas City, Mo.; Marilyn Sechi, Overland Park and whistled for a technical “flesh foul” for expos- Carol Schwartz, Lenexa. Right: Bonnie Taylor, left, shoots over Jann Franklin. ing skin above the elbow or below the waist. During a recent practice session of the reaching over another player. Three fouls are allowed for each Sunflowers, Handley quickly knew what the referee’s whis- player in a game with four eight-minute quarters. The rules are tle meant. She had experienced a wardrobe malfunction while designed to decrease the risk of injury to athletes while remain- playing a practice game with teammates. Infractions constitute a ing competitive. turnover. Members of the Olathe Sunflowers play for the love of the No uniform infractions allowed game, but they also take to the court to cope with the realities “I exposed a scandalous naked elbow,” Handley said with a of aging. They offer many reasons for participating in Granny laugh. Basketball. One is an opportunity for senior women to be physi- Handley, along with eight women and her husband Tom as cally active without overexerting themselves. coach, are members of the Olathe Sunflowers, one of only four ‘Great thing for older gals’ Granny Basketball teams in the state of Kansas. Lawrence has “It’s a great thing for us older gals,” Melanie Simpson, two teams: the Kansas Grayhawkers and the Kansas Gray Torna- 58, Overland Park, said. “It’s fun, a little exercise and a lot of does. The other team is the Louisburg Tonics in Miami County. camaraderie.” The Kansas teams are part of the National Granny Basket- Hustling – that’s moving quickly without running – on ball League, based in Iowa and organized in 2005 to promote a basketball court, passing, dribbling and shooting require a the history of six-on-six basketball. The organization, which promotes many different charities, now has more than 300 play- combination of skills from building muscle and endurance to ers on 30 teams in nine states. Granny Basketball was part of working on hand-eye coordination and mental attentiveness. the 2018 Kansas Senior Games in mid-September in Topeka and “My brain knows what to do, but sometimes my body featured eight teams, including the four Kansas teams along with doesn’t follow through,” Jann Franklin, 66, Gardner, said with four others from Oklahoma and Iowa. a smile. She has seven grandchildren. The old-style rules of Granny Basketball are consistent with Bonnie Taylor, 68, a six-time grandmother from Leawood, the way girls and women played in the 1920s. agreed. “You can’t run, jump or slam dunk. But you can hurry,” Jean “This is my first opportunity to play basketball,” she said, Ralston, 63, Olathe, team captain with four grandchildren, said. adding that before joining the Sunflowers, “I don’t think I did The team was formed two years ago. anything to raise my arms above my head.” The rules also prohibit no physical contact among players or Continued to next page

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Left: Olathe Sunflowers practice together at the Olathe Community Center. Center: Members of the team include, from left, Bonnie Taylor, Leawood; Jan Mason, Olathe; Jann Franklin, Gardner; Melanie Simpson, Overland Park; Jean Ralston, Olathe;and Carol Handley, Overland Park. Jan Berg, far right, Edgeton, is a Louisburg Tonic team member. Other members of the Sunflowers, not in the group picture, are Kelly Hinrich, Kansas City, Mo.; Marilyn Sechi, Overland Park and Carol Schwartz, Lenexa. Right: Bonnie Taylor, left, shoots over Jann Franklin. Continued from page 14 Scoring is largely the same as traditional basketball with Approximately half of the players never played basketball two points for field goals and one point for free throws. The until joining the Olathe team. A few players, like Jan Berg, par- only three-pointer in the game is the “Granny Shot,” an under- ticipated in girls’ basketball while they were in high school. hand toss at any part of the court. Berg, 70, a grandmother of five, drives from her home in If a player falls, players must yell “granny down,” immedi- Edgerton to play with the Tonics because her two sisters-in-law ately pausing the game. are on the Louisburg team which is coached by her niece Kate “We want to have fun and be safe,” Handley said. “When Berg Camp. a granny goes down, we stop to make sure all of her limbs are Berg says she was a pretty good player on her high school straight and she’s not hurt before the game resumes.” basketball team more than 50 years ago. Although it’s called Granny Basketball, being an actual “I’ve always enjoyed basketball and still do,” she said. “It’s grandmother is not required. a good way to meet a lot of nice women. We like playing basket- “I have a dog,” Simpson quipped. Three other members of ball together.” the Olathe Sunflowers, including the youngest member at age Court features three sections 55, also are not grandmothers. Six-on-six basketball competition splits the court into three Oldest player with most grandchildren sections with teams of six players filling each section. One end Carol Schwartz, 74, Lenexa is the oldest member on the has two forwards (shooters), two centers (passers) are located in team. She is the granny with the most grandchildren, totaling 14 the middle and guards play defense (defenders) at the other end. in her family nest. Since there’s no jumping or jump ball, shorter women can play “I needed to exercise and I loved basketball,” she said as to all positions. A player cannot move out of her designated area. why she decided to join the Sunflowers. “It provides a way for Since all players have the same basic uniforms, except for older women to stay active and make new friends.” their socks, the visiting team wears “pinnies” over their uniform The 2019 Granny Basketball season for the Olathe team tips top to distinguish the two different teams. off at 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5, with the start of weekly 60-minute Even with rules of modesty and safety, the competitive spirit practices at the Olathe Community Center, 1205 East Kansas is still evident in Granny Basketball. The game usually involves City Rd. Participation in the program is $50. Uniform costs are a lot of passing as each player can only dribble twice per posses- the player’s responsibility. sion and has five seconds to either shoot or pass the ball. Continued to next page

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 15 • Jan-Feb 2019 inside cover story Basketball goes all year for senior players ifty years ago, Charles Savell 70 to 84 played three-on-three bas- played center for Henry Iba, the ketball. The games were competitive, legendary basketball coach at the but far from a senior version of March Oklahoma State University. Madness in winter. FHe still dribbles around at age 71. According to Savell, the group sim- Savell participates in a senior men’s ply meets to enjoy the fun of basketball basketball group that began approx- at a low-impact level where everyone imately 15 years ago at the Lenexa gets to play. Community Center, 13420 Oak St. The “We welcome everyone whether weekly pickup basketball practices and they have played organized sports or friendly games is available for senior not. With the winter months coming, it men, ages 55 and older. is a good time to consider indoor activi- A resident of Overland Park, Savell ties, such as basketball,” he said. has always kept the desire to play bas- The group was joined by Mel ketball following his collegiate days in Miller, 82, Kansas City, Mo.; Ralph the Big Eight competition. He still likes Summers, 70, Stilwell; Joe Pollock, 84, to shoot hoops with players his age. From left, Ralph Summers, Mel Miller, Overland Park; and Gene Wayenberg, “Now, it is an attempt to stay in Charles Savell, Gene Wayenberg, Joe 82, Mission. shape, remain flexible and enjoy my Pollock and Bill Park, all in their 70s or “We’re not allowed to dunk,” time with friends,” Savell said. “During 80s, play basketball for fun and exercise. Wayenberg said with a smile, pointing my playing days (1965-69), it required to a sign on the backboard under the rigorous training almost year around, the ability to jump high and rim that says: No dunking. run fast. None of which I can perform today. The goals are differ- Over the years, the basketball program has attracted up to 16 ent, but the rewards for continuing to play are still high.” players at a time to practice and hone their basketball skills while The senior men’s basketball group meets each week from enjoying sportsmanship and friendship off and on the court. 10:30 a.m. to noon at the community center throughout the year. Age and health challenges have thinned the participation “It costs $1 to reserve the court time,” Savell said. “We’re over the years, so new participants, men and women, novice or glad to give a dollar a week to have fun.” experienced, are always welcome to drop by a weekly basketball Bill Park, Shawnee, did not have any previous basketball session. experience before joining the group after becoming interested in While lasting one hour, all participants always stop playing playing basketball a dozen years ago. at 11:20 a.m. to take a break before ending the weekly game. “I may be 85 in a few months but when I stepped on the bas- “The winner is whoever makes the last shot,” Park said. ketball court, the years fade away and I’m a teenager again and More information about the senior men’s basketball group infamous for long hook shots,” he said. is available by contacting Mel Miller at 816-444-4224 or email: During a recent weekly session, six men between the ages of [email protected]. Granny players hoop it up Continued from page 15 February. The season ends Sunday, Granny Basketball games with April 28. all four Kansas teams are scheduled More information about joining from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan, 27, at the the team, Granny Basketball and community center. upcoming activities is available by “Besides league play, we are also contacting her at 913-221-6734. available for charity events,” Ralston Additional information about Granny said. Basketball is also available at gran- The Kansas teams are also ex- nybasketball.com. pected to participate in the Granny Heading into the New Year, Basketball Nationals on July 20 at Ralston, as team captain, says grow- the University of Kansas. The Kansas ing older doesn’t necessarily mean Senior Games will again feature being benched in life. She hopes more interstate Granny Basketball compe- women decide to hoop it up as Gran- tition during the Sept. 13-22 event in ny Basketball players as the sport Topeka. gains popularity, locally and regional- According to Ralston, the Olathe ly, in Kansas. Sunflowers would like to add a few “There’s no reason to stop playing players in time for league games with as you get older,” Ralston said. “People the other Kansas teams starting in get old when they stop playing.” Jan Berg shoots while Jean Ralston defends.

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 16 • Jan-Feb 2019 Side by Side Experience seeks performers he Side By Side Experience, a 50 ious time periods. In all, the group conducts Plus vocal music and dance group about 48 rehearsals and 60 shows each year presented by the 50 Plus Department at nursing homes, retirement homes, senior of the Johnson County Park and groups, churches and other interested entities. TRecreation District, begins a new 12-session Anyone with vocal or dance interests, program in early January and seeks new regardless of skill level, is welcome to join members. the Side By Side Experience. Founded in 1992, the group meets The next season of rehearsals will meet weekly and now has more than 20 members, at 12:30 p.m. Fridays beginning Jan. 4 at including several men. Pianists take turns Grace Methodist Church, 11485 Ridgeview accompanying the singers and dancers. Road, Olathe. The cost for 12 two-hour Drawing on a catalog of 560 songs, the sessions is $13 for Johnson County residents or group changes themes monthly. Some themes are based on holi- $14 for nonresidents. days or seasons, while others come from musical theater or var- For more information or to register, call 913-831-3359.

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www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 18 • Jan-Feb 2019 Radon kits are available at Extension office By Adele Wilcoxen decided to purchase the $8 kit. s a master sergeant working in the United States Ar- After completing the simple test he mailed it off and wait- my’s engineering battalion, Mike Ralls was assigned ed. Ralls was shocked to see that his basement registered 10.9 a temporary post in the Army Nuclear Power Program pCi/L. He immediately contacted the company he’d worked with conducting radon inspections. At the time, Ralls didn’t in 2000 and had a remediation system installed. A follow-up thinkA much of it. test showed the radon level had dropped to 1.9 pCi/L. Ralls now “I thought radon was an industrial kind of deal that I didn’t monitors his remediation system to make sure it works properly have to worry about,” he said. to keep him and his family safe. Fast forward to 2000. Now retired and According to the EPA, radon is the number one cause of lung moved to Olathe, Ralls, 69, quickly learned cancer among non-smokers. It’s the second-highest cause for just how wrong he was regarding radon. lung cancer in smokers. Radon, a colorless, odorless, tasteless When Ralls’ mother-in-law moved to radioactive gas, is present everywhere and residents are exposed an assisted living facility, he took on the to it primarily from breathing radon in air that comes through task of getting her house ready for sale. cracks and gaps in buildings and homes. Indoor levels in John- He learned from his realtor that the law son County are naturally high. According to data collected by the required a radon test before the home could Kansas Department of Health and Environment in 2016, local be sold. levels test on average at 5.3(pCi/L). The test was conducted and Ralls was January is Nation Radon Action Month. K-State Research surprised to see the test came back show- Mike Ralls and Extension is once again selling the DIY kits for $8. This ing 6 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) of radon price includes tax, mailing postage, analysis by accredited radon in the basement, which was above the action level of 4 pCi/L set measurement experts at the laboratory and a results report. by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). His realtor said Test kits can be picked up at the Johnson County K-State the house would not sell unless the radon was mitigated, so Ralls Research and Extension Office, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, contracted with a local company and put in a mitigation system. during normal business hours. Kits cannot be mailed out. The Ralls thought he was done with radon. After all, his radon kits are available year-round for purchase. neighbor’s basement tested below 4 pCi/L, so he figured he For more information, visit www.johnson.k-state.edu or call didn’t have to worry. Then he saw Johnson County K-State 913-715-7000. Research and Extension’s post last January on the county’s Adele Wilcoxen is public information coordinator for the Johnson Nextdoor social media app selling DIY radon test kits. He County K-State Research and Extension Office.

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shadow.indd 1 5/1/12 3:22 PM Empathy: Understanding one another By Elaine Good • Stretch your imagination to include mpathy is the ability to accept, the thoughts and feelings of others. If value and understand the thoughts someone cuts you off in traffic or doesn’t acknowledge your greeting, take a mo- and feelings of another. ment to imagine what might be going on It is at the heart of what it in his or her life. Emeans to be human, and it serves as a Could they have just lost a loved one foundation for acting ethically and loving or have an illness in their family? Might well. It is reflected when we offer some- they be worried about a friend, medical one emotional support regardless of liking test results or what may happen to them or agreeing with them. Empathy and its in their future? Perhaps they have slept companion, compassion, lie at the core of poorly, are preoccupied or having a “bad kindness. day.” Empathy can be expressed in a multi- Whatever the reason, our goal here is tude of ways: it can be a gentle squeeze to to practice seeing the world from behind the hand of a partner or friend as you wait the eyes of another. with them for news of a loved one, a wel- • Take opportunities to practice kind- coming smile to a new neighbor, a note to ness every day. Greet a stranger, leave a let someone know you’re thinking of them generous tip, open the door for a neigh- or celebrating their good news. present to what is really going on within bor or make coffee for your spouse. Few traits impact relationships as much – to the unique feelings and needs a per- Research shows that when you are as empathy, and neuroscience research indi- son is experiencing at that very moment.” kind to others, feelings of anxiety and cates almost 98 percent of people have the Listening for what others mean – not depression decrease and energy increases. ability to empathize wired into their brains. just what they say – gives them a sense Blood pressure goes down and happiness The problem is that most of us don’t use of being understood and valued. Whether goes up. Kindness is contagious, and the our full capacity to empathize in everyday this is a neighbor just diagnosed with an positive effects of kindness can extend life, or in healthy ways. illness, a friend who is moving out of the even to those who witnessed the act. Just as every characteristic has its home he or she has known for decades, If you would like to know more about benefits, so too does empathy without com- or a spouse or adult child needing your your own empathy, one activity is to do passion have its dark side. Salespeople, support, “radical listening” shows you a quick assessment using a test called politicians, actors and marketers are often honor and respect them. “Reading the Mind in the Eyes” by Simon very skilled at taking the perspective of “Hearing the emotion” behind the Baron-Cohen. You will be shown 36 pairs another, but they may not care about others. words conveys someone is significant to of eyes and have to choose one of four Criminals and scam artists often take time us, builds trust and allows them to move words that best describes what each person to understand others so they can exploit forward. is feeling or thinking. This test is available their weaknesses. • Look for the human behind every- for free online, takes only a few minutes People in positions of power tend to thing. Another step is to increase your and is scored immediately after being sub- have less experience with empathy simply awareness of all those persons hidden mitted. Web address? because they have less incentive to interact behind the scenes of our everyday lives. If you feel overwhelmed and are with others in genuine, caring ways (think When getting dressed, think about struggling to manage your own feelings and of dictators). They may give little thought the people who keep the electricity on, behaviors in ways that work for you, help to needs beyond their own. So, how can we or package and ship your clothing. When is available 24 hours a day. You can reach strengthen our sense of empathy and use it drinking your morning coffee, send a Johnson County Mental Health by calling for good? thought of silent appreciation to the farm- the main number, 913-826-4200, during • Listen for the feelings and needs of ers who grow the beans. When leaving regular business hours, or 24 hour Crisis others. “What is essential,” wrote Mar- work, consider the people who clean the Services at 913-268-0156. shall Rosenberg, the founder of Non-Vio- building or leave them a note of gratitude Elaine Good is a mental health clinician at lent Communication, “is our ability to be for a job well-done. Johnson County Mental Health.

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www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 20 • Jan-Feb 2019 to your good health DASH to better health in 2019 By Crystal Futrell comes into play. irst it was the campaign The DASH diet is a specific commercials. Then came all but easy to follow eating plan that those holiday commercials – emphasizes a high intake of vegeta- cars wrapped with red bows, bles, fruits, fat-free or low-fat dairy Fevery new gadget under the sun, products, whole grains, fish, poultry, girls twirling and dancing in glittery beans, seeds, nuts and vegetable clothes. Just when you thought it oils while limiting intake of sodium, was safe to watch TV again, now sweets, sugary beverages and red we’re bombarded with diet commer- meats. It’s low in saturated and trans cials urging us to sign up to become fats but rich in potassium, calcium, a “new you!” magnesium, fiber and protein. New Year’s resolutions that Based on the 2015 Dietary include drastic diet plans don’t Guidelines for Americans, the work. We start with good intentions DASH diet has also been used to but usually end up feeling worse help individuals lose weight, man- about ourselves. However, there is age diabetes and learn about healthy one diet that doesn’t require special Systolic pressure is measured as the eating habits. But the nicest thing purchases or contracts that is proven to be heart pumps. Diastolic pressure is mea- about the diet is it’s been proven to be safe beneficial to good health. sured between beats, as blood flows back and effective for all ages and stages, and Consistently ranked by U.S. News and into the heart. One’s blood pressure is con- does not require special purchases of tools, World Report as one of the best diets in sidered normal if it’s at or below 120/80 ingredients or supplements. America, the DASH diet earns high marks mm Hg. The K-State Extension Office in John- from both consumers and scientists alike Many control their high blood pres- son County will host an information ses- for its practicality and reliable results. sure with medication, but lifestyle changes sion illustrating the DASH diet, its eating DASH stands for Dietary Approaches can have a tremendous effect naturally on plan and demonstrate some recipes from to Stop Hypertension. Its origin is based both preventing and reducing hypertension the diet. This class is scheduled from 6 to solely on scientific research. Developed risks. These behaviors include: maintain- 8 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at the Johnson by the National Institutes of Health and ing a healthy weight, avoiding tobacco, County Extension Office, 11811 S. Sunset administered to participants in a controlled limiting alcohol (no more than two drinks Dr., Olathe. The fee is $25 per participant research study, the DASH way of eating per day for men, and one drink per day for and includes a recipe packet. proved to have a positive impact on par- women), moderate physical activity for To register, visit johnson.ksu.edu/ ticipants’ blood pressures and blood lipid 30-45 minutes on most days and enjoying classes or call 913-715-7000. levels, which can reduce one’s risk for a heart-healthy, nutrient-dense diet. Crystal Futrell is family and consumer scienc- developing hypertension. DASH diet es/health and nutrition agent at the Johnson ‘Silent killer’ Here’s where the DASH diet County K-State Research and Extension Office. Known as the “silent killer,” hypertension has no outward symptoms, can occur at any age, affects one in three adults in the United States, and usually goes undetected for years until a fatal heart attack T eh thgir ypareht or stroke occurs. If left un- treated, hypertension can cause major damage to blood vessels, ni eht r thgi lp eca . which can lead to kidney fail- roF erom tamrofni noi no tahw tes s ure, impaired vision and other heart-related diseases. ruo sop t - tuca e r bahe eht r ypa The only way to know if apa r t , ac l l ( 319 ) 0092-793 . you’re at risk for hypertension is to have your blood pressure measured on a regular basis. Blood pressure is the force exerted on artery walls from blood flowing through the body. A blood pressure reading provides two measures, systolic pressure and diastolic pressure, lA l iaf sht ro leb sfei era .emoclew which are expressed as milli- meters of mercury (mm Hg).

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shadow.indd 1 5/1/12 3:22 PM Authors to state some facts in Kansas Day series t’s Kansas Day on Jan. 29 in the celebration of the state’s Author George Frazier will describe native geological forma- 158th birthday. tions that defy the state’s flat stereotype. Johnson County Library is sharing some little-known • Kansas Guidebook for Explorers facts of Kansas history, landscape and attractions presented Wednesday, Jan. 30 • 6:30-8 p.m. Iby three local authors through its upcoming Kansas Day series, Monticello Library, 22435 W. 66th St., Shawnee including: Author Marci Penner will speak about The Kansas Guidebook • Hidden History of Kansas 2 for Explorers that she co-wrote with WenDee Rowe. The Thursday, Jan. 17 • 6:30-8 p.m. guidebook details hidden attractions found in all 105 Kansas Corinth Library, 8100 Mission Road, Prairie Village counties. Author Adrian Zink will tell the story of Kentucky Derby win- Kansas became the 34th state in the Union on Jan. 29, 1861 ning horse Lawrin and its Prairie Village roots. with a bill signed by President James Buchanan. Johnson County • The Last Wild Places of Kansas is older than the state and turns 164 years old in 2019 as one of Thursday, Jan. 24 • 6:30-8 p.m. the original 33 counties founded on August 25 by the Legislative Leawood Pioneer Library, 4700 Town Center Dr. Act of 1855 in the Territory of Kansas. Events feature state symbols, live animals Colonial Village is ohnson County residents are invited to join the celebration of when Kan- sas became the 34th state Jin the Union. Kansas Day is Jan. 29. On Jan. 26, participants can “Meet the Animals of Kansas” from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Johnson County Museum in the Arts and Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park. The event will feature the American Bison, tiger sala- mander and sunflower, just a few of the natural symbols of Kansas. Participants can also Now Open! learn about the Kansas flag and interact with hands-on items and live animals. No pre-registration required. Admission is $5 adult, $4 senior (60+)and $3 children. Museum members are free. On Jan. 27, the Sunday Family Nature Series with focus on “Kansas Symbols” from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K-7 Highway. Independent Living • Assisted Living Event will feature some of Short-Term Rehab • Long-Term Care the state’s natural symbols and live animals. Pre-registration 12500 W 137th St., Overland Park, KS 66221 is not required. ColonialVillage.com • (913) 730-3700 The cost is $3 per person, including adults (children ages two and under are free). Call and schedule a tour today! For more information call 913-826-2800.

www.jocogov.org/thebesttimes • 22 • Jan-Feb 2019 New Year’s Resolution: Go green in 2019! etween Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, Americans are collected in several places around Johnson County and generate over 25 percent more trash. On Christmas Day will find a second home as a fish habitat or mulch for a park. alone, the average family will fill five extra trash bags. Johnson County Park and Recreation operates collection sites With the large quantity of holiday cards, wrapping at several parks through Jan. 31: www.jcprd.com. Check with Bpaper, trees, lights and ornaments, in addition to all the pack- your city to find a convenient park to recycle your tree. More aging and boxes, it is no wonder that this is the most information can be found by checking with your city or going wasteful, albeit wonderful, time of year. to: www.jocogov.org/dept/health-and-environment But it doesn’t have to be that way. Johnson • Continue to Ditch the Bag: Bagging your recyclables in plastic County Department of Health and Environment trash bags can result in all of your recycla- wants to wish you a Happy New Year and show you bles going to the landfill. Plastic bags and a few ways that you can be more green in 2019. wraps are also not accepted in your curbside • Holiday Lights: You no longer have to throw recycling. Why? Because these materials get away your broken holiday lights, thanks to caught in machinery at the recycling facility Southeast Enterprises, which recycled more and lower the value of other recyclables. than 60,000 pounds of holiday lights last Ensure that your recycling efforts don’t go to year alone. Some locations will accept waste, by keeping plastic bags, product wrap, lights through Jan. 11; others have an and other plastic wraps and films out of your earlier cut-off date. However, South- recycle bin, and not bagging your recycla- east Enterprises’ Kansas City loca- bles. For more info on how you can ditch the tion will accept lights year round. bag go to www.jocogov.org/recycling101 To find a location nearest to you go to Recycling is important, but remember to www.southeastenterprises.org/kcrecycle- reduce, reuse and then recycle to be more lights. green in 2019. • Trees - Real and Fake: Keep your Christ- If you have any other questions don’t hesitate to mas tree out of the landfill. An artificial contact Brandon Hearn with the Johnson County Depart- tree that’s no longer usable can be recycled ment of Health and Environment at 913-715-6936 brandon. as electronic waste at several locations in [email protected] or follow us on Facebook at Johnson the Kansas City metro area. Natural trees County Recycles.

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just listen. Expect fiddles, guitars, folk, blues Leawood. Reservations required by calling & bluegrass. Olathe Downtown Library. 913-477-7100. Contact specific facility locations for registration January 9 January 11 Blue Suede Shoes Bingo. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Aging Mastery Program® (AMP). 9:30-11 $5/$6. Matt Ross. Food, prizes, fun & 12 and questions. a.m. $45/$50. 10 sessions. Rolling Hills games of bingo. Pre-registration requested January one week in advance by calling 913-831- Presbyterian Church, 9300 Nall Ave., Wednesdays. Silver Screen Matinee. 1 3359. Extra fees added to day of program Overland Park. Pre-register by calling 913- p.m. Irene B. French. Popcorn provided registrations. 831-3359. second & fourth Wednesday. Birthday Entertainment. 12:15 p.m. January 15 Monday Movies. 12:15 p.m. 1/7– “Pay it Lenexa Senior Center. Come & enjoy 50 & Beyond Matinee. “Won’t You Be My Forward” 1/14 – “The Stray” 1/21 – Mar- musical entertainment provided by “Paul tin Luther King Day – closed; 1/28 ”Big Neighbor.” 12:30 p.m. $1 (SPJCC mem- Rayne’s.” Optional lunch for $3 donation bers) $2 (non-members). Sylvester Powell. Miracle.” Lenexa Senior Center Optional at 11:30 a.m. Call 913-888-6141 between lunch for $3 donation at 11:30 a.m. prior 9-10 a.m. 24 hours in advance for lunch to the movie. Call 913-888-6141 between reservations. Bridge Workshop-Negative Doubles. 9–10 a.m. 24 hours in advance for lunch 4-5:30 p.m. $8/$9. Matt Ross. Purchase reservations. Free popcorn & a beverage each workshop individually or take them will be served. January 10 Weaving Basics. 3–4:30 p.m. Olathe Indi- all. Pre-register by calling 913-831-3359. January 3 an Creek Library. Chair Yoga. 12–12:45 p.m. Olathe Down- KC Heritage Musician: Gary Kirkland. town Library. Hollywood BINGO. 1:30-3:30 p.m. $3 for 7–8:30 p.m. Live performance of folk 15 games. Snacks & drinks provided. Irene music & yodeling. Olathe Indian Creek B. French. January 8 Library. 50 & Beyond Potluck “Healthy New Year.” Noon. Sylvester Powell. Lunch Bunch. 11:15 a.m. $5 fee-transportation departs from Lenexa Senior Center January 16 Tuesday Tunes. 6:30–8:15 p.m. Bring your at 10:40 a.m. Cost of your own meal. “Tav- Blood Pressure Checks. 8:30-10:30 a.m. instrument & jam with us, share a song or ern at Mission Farms” 10681 Mission Rd. Sylvester Powell.

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January 16 a.m.–Noon. $5. Extension. Call 913-971- “Sommersby” 2/11 – “Must Love Dogs” Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. $12/$13. 8563. Use registration code: 19538. 2/18 – “Chappaquiddick” 2/25 – “P.S. I 9:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Antioch Park, 6501 Love You.” Optional lunch for $3 donation Cooking: Insta-What? $36/$41. 9-10:30 at 11:30 a.m. prior to the movie. Lenexa Antioch Road, Merriam is departure a.m. Roeland Park. Find out what an Senior Center. Call 913-888-6141 location. Lunch at the Rozzelle Court. instant pot is, how it works & make a between 9–10 a.m. 24 hours in advance Meals costs are on your own. Pre-register hearty meal. All supplies included. Call for lunch reservations. Free popcorn & a by 1/9 at 913-831-3359. 913-831-3359 to pre-register. beverage will be served. 6:30 p.m. Solving the Medicare Puzzle. January 28 Call 913-477-7100 to reserve a spot. February 1 Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) stop. 1:30–3:30 Lenexa Senior Center. 10–Noon. Olathe Downtown Library. MIH Community Volunteer Fair. p.m. Olathe Indian Creek Library. January 18 provides mini-medical consultations & 50 & Beyond Bingo “New Year’s.” 1:30 blood pressure checks. February 5 p.m. $2 (SPJCC members) $4 (non- Tuesday Tunes. 6:30–8:15 p.m. Olathe January 29 members). Sylvester Powell. Downtown Library. Bring your instrument Bridge Workshop-Partner Bridge. $8/$9. & share a song or just listen. Expect January 21 4-5:30 p.m. New Century. Purchase each fiddles, guitars, folk, blues & bluegrass. MLK Jr. Day of Service. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. workshop individually or take them all. Participate in on-site service projects for local Pre-register by calling 913-831-3359. February 7 organizations. Olathe Downtown Library. Chair Yoga. Noon–12:45 p.m. Olathe 50 & Beyond Matinee. “The Wife.” 12:30 Downtown Library. January 22 p.m. $1 (SPJCC members) $2 (non- Bridge Workshop-Law of Total Tricks. members). Sylvester Powell. February 8 $8/$9. 4-5:30 p.m. Matt Ross. Purchase Cut the Clutter & Get Organized. 1-2 January 30 each workshop individually or take them p.m. $6/$7. Matt Ross. Call 913-831-3359 Chinese New Year Bingo. $5/$6. 1:30- to pre-register. all. Pre-register by calling 913-831-3359. 3:30 p.m. New Century. Food, prizes, fun January 24 & 12 games of bingo. Pre-registration Live performance of Midwestern folk Hershey® Bingo. $5/$6. 1:30-3:30 requested one week in advance. Extra fees music. 7–8:30 p.m. Olathe Indian Creek p.m. Roeland Park. Food, prizes, fun added to day of program registrations. Call Library. & 12 games of bingo. Pre-registration 913-831-3359 to pre-register. February 9 requested one week in advance by calling January 31 Creating Photobooks. 9-11 a.m. $36/$39. 913-831-3359. Extra fees added to day of Hot Pick Movie Night. 6 p.m. Olathe 2 weekly sessions. Roeland Park. Class program registrations. Indian Creek Library. does not include photobook. Pre-register by calling 913-831-3359. January 25 February 10–11:30 a.m. Bring Cards & Games. Wednesdays. Silver Screen Matinee. 1 February 10 your own game or try something new. p.m. Irene B. French. Popcorn provided Artist Talk: Gary L. White. 1:30–3 p.m. Olathe Indian Creek Library. second & fourth Wednesday. Olathe Indian Creek Library. Ceramics January 26 artist Gary L. White talks about his Community Garden Workshop. 8:30 Monday Movies. 12:15 p.m. 2/4 – methods & art. FACILITY LOCATIONS

BLUE VALLEY REC.: Blue Valley Recreation Center at Hilltop: MILL CREEK: Mill Creek Activity Center, 6518 Vista, Shawnee, KS 7720 W. 143rd St., Overland Park, KS 66223; 913-685-6090; www. 66218; 913-826-2950. bluevalleyrec.org. NEW CENTURY: New Century Fieldhouse, 551 New Century CENTRAL RESOURCE LIBRARY: 9875 W. 87th St., Overland Park, Parkway, New Century, KS 66031; 913-826-2850. KS 66212; 913-826-4600 and Press 3 for all Johnson County OLATHE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY: 201 E. Park St., Olathe, KS 66061; Library reservations. 913-971-6850; to register, 913-971-6888. EXTENSION: Johnson County K-State Research and Extension, OLATHE INDIAN CREEK: Indian Creek Branch Library, 13511 S. Mur- 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS 66061; 913-715-7000; www. Len Rd., Olathe, KS 66062; 913-971-6835. johnson.ksu.edu/classes. PRAIRIE VILLAGE: Prairie Village Community Center, 7720 Mission ARTS & HERITAGE: Arts & Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf Ave., Road, Prairie Village, KS 66208; 913-381-6464 Overland Park KS 66212; 913-826-2787; www. jococoAHC.com. ROELAND PARK: Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood Drive, Roeland Park, KS 66205; 913-826-3160. IRENE B. FRENCH: Irene B. French Community Center, 5701 Merriam Drive, Merriam, KS 66203; 913-322-5550. SHAWNEE CIVIC CENTRE: 13817 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66216; 913-631-5200. LENEXA SENIOR CENTER: 13425 Walnut St., Lenexa, KS 66215; 913-477-7100. SHAWNEE SAFETY CENTER: SenCom computer lab, lower level, 6535 Quivira Road, Shawnee, KS 66203; 913-631-5200. MAHAFFIE STAGECOACH STOP AND FARM: 1200 Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS 66061; 913-971-5111. SYLVESTER POWELL: Sylvester Powell Community Center, 6200 Martway St., Mission, KS 66202; 913-722-8200. MATT ROSS: Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty St., TOMAHAWK RIDGE: Tomahawk Ridge Community Center, 11902 Overland Park, KS 66212; 913-826-2830. Lowell Ave., Overland Park, KS 66213; 913-327-6645.

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February 11 celebrates the essentials of New device stops a cold Beginner’s Water Bath Scotland. Call 913-831-3359 ew research shows you can ventively. Frequent flier Karen Gauci Canning. 5-8 p.m. $15/$17. to pre-register. stop a cold in its tracks if used to get colds after crowded flights. Roeland Park. Price includes a N Blood Pressure Checks. you take one simple step with a new Though skeptical, she tried it several can to take home & all supplies 8:30-10:30 a.m. Sylvester device when you first feel a cold times on travel days for 2 months. needed. Call 913-831-3359 to Powell. coming on. pre-register. Oscar Movie Night Trivia. Colds start February 12 6–7:30 p.m. Olathe Indian when cold viruses 50 & Beyond Matinee. “First Creek Library. Individuals & get in your nose. Man.” 12:30 p.m. $1 (SPJCC teams of up to 4 welcome. Viruses multiply members) $2 (non-members). Call 913-971-6850 to register. Sylvester Powell. fast. If you don’t stop them early, Senior Valentine’s Party. Solving the Medicare Puzzle. 6:30 p.m. Lenexa Senior they spread and 12:15 p.m. Lenexa Senior cause misery. Center. Bring treats to share Center. Call 913-477-7100 to But scientists New research: Copper stops colds if used early. with friends & dress in Valentine reserve a spot. have found a quick way to kill a vi- “Sixteen flights and not a sniffle!” themed clothes. Reservations February 21 by calling 913-477-7100. Fish for All. 6–8 p.m. $25 rus. Touch it with copper. Research- Businesswoman Rosaleen says Includes sampling. Extension ers at labs and universities agree, when people are sick around her she February 13 copper is “antimicrobial.” It kills uses CopperZap morning and night. Celebrate Laura Ingalls February 22 microbes, such as viruses and bac- “It saved me last holidays,” she said. Wilder. 9-10:30 a.m. $12/$14. Moon Marble Company & teria, just by touch. “The kids had colds going round Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 Legends Outlets. 9:15 a.m.- N. Highway 7, Olathe. Coffee & 2:15 p.m. $16/$18. Antioch That’s why ancient Greeks and and round, but not me.” pastries included in the price. Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Egyptians used copper to purify Some users say it also helps with Call 913-831-3359 to pre- reg- Merriam is departure location. water and heal wounds. They didn’t sinuses. Attorney Donna Blight had ister. Meals costs are on your own know about microbes, but now we a 2-day sinus headache. When her Birthday Entertainment. 12:15 and transportation will be in do. CopperZap arrived, she tried it. “I p.m. Lenexa Senior Center. district vehicles. Pre-register Scientists say the high conduc- am shocked!” she said. “My head Optional lunch for $3 donation by 2/15 at calling 913-831- tance of copper disrupts the elec- cleared, no more headache, no more at 11:30 a.m. Call 913-888- 3359. trical balance in a microbe cell and congestion.” 6141 between 9-10 a.m. 24 Cards & Games. 10–11:30 destroys the cell in seconds. Some users say copper stops hours in advance for lunch a.m. Olathe Indian Creek Tests by the Environmental Pro- nighttime stuffiness if used just -be reservations. Library. Bring your own game tection Agency (EPA) show germs fore bed. One man said, “Best sleep February 14 or try something new. die fast on copper. So some hospi- I’ve had in years.” Valentine’s Day Dinner & February 25 tals tried copper for touch surfaces Copper may even stop flu if used Bingo. 5:30-8 p.m. $15/$16. Mobile Integrated Healthcare like faucets and doorknobs. This cut early and for several days. Lab tech- Roeland Park. Enjoy a full meal, (MIH) Stop. 10 a.m.–Noon. the spread of MRSA and other ill- nicians placed 25 million live flu prizes, fun & 12 games of bin- Olathe Downtown Library. MIH nesses by over half, and saved lives. viruses on a CopperZap. No viruses go. Pre-registration requested provides mini-medical con- one week in advance at 913- The strong evidence gave inven- were found alive soon after. sultations & blood pressure 831-3359. Extra fees added to tor Doug Cornell an idea. When he The handle is curved and fine- day of program registrations. checks. felt a cold coming on he fashioned ly textured to improve contact. It a smooth copper probe and rubbed kills germs picked up on fingers and Valentine Bingo. 1:30-3:30 February 26 it gently in his nose for 60 seconds. hands to protect you and your loved p.m. $3 for 15 games. Irene 50 & Beyond Matinee. “Can B. French. Snacks & drinks You Ever Forgive Me?” 12:30 “It worked! The cold went away ones. provided. p.m. $1 (SPJCC members) completely.” It worked again every Copper even kills deadly germs $2 (non-members). Sylvester time he felt a cold coming on and he that have become resistant to anti- 11:15 a.m. $5 Lunch Bunch. Powell. hasn’t had a cold since. biotics. If you are near sick people, for transportation departing from Lenexa Senior Center at Retirement Planning Today. He asked relatives and friends to a moment of handling it may keep 10:40 a.m. Cost of your own Three part series on Tues- try it. They said it worked for them, serious infection away. It may even meal. “Big Whiskey’s”-9100 W. days. 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. $49. too, so he patented CopperZap™ save a life. 135th St. Overland Park, KS. Extension and put it on the market. The EPA says copper still works Reservations required 913-477- February 27 Soon hundreds had tried it and when tarnished. It kills hundreds of 7100. Talk of the Town. 9:15 a.m.- given feedback. Nearly 100% said different disease germs so it can pre- February 15 2:15 p.m. $16/$18. Antioch the copper stops colds if used within vent serious or even fatal illness. 50 & Beyond Bingo. “Love is Park 6501 Antioch Road, 3 hours after the first sign. Even up CopperZap is made in the U.S. in the Air.” 1:30 p.m. $2 (SPJCC Merriam is departure location. to 2 days, if they still get the cold it of pure copper. It has a 90-day full members) $4 (non-members). Visit hot spots in the area. is milder and they feel better. money back guarantee when used as Sylvester Powell. Stop for lunch & dessert. Pat McAllister, age 70, received directed to stop a cold. It is $69.95. Meals costs are on your own & one as a gift and called it “one of the Get $10 off each CopperZap with February 20 transportation will be in district Burns, Bagpipes, & Barley- best presents ever. This little jewel code KSBT4. vehicles. Pre-register by 2/13 corn. 7-9 p.m. $50. 3 weekly really works.” Now thousands of us- Go to www.CopperZap.com or at 913-831-3359. sessions. Antioch Park, 6501 ers have stopped getting colds. call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Antioch Road, Merriam. A February 28 People also use CopperZap pre- Buy once, use forever. collection of courses designed 6 p.m. Hot Pick Movie Night. Paid advertisement for adult learner class that Olathe Indian Creek Library.

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