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t’s OK to take time to pamper yourself after all the daily stresses. Relax with friends while painting a canvas and sipping a glass of wine. Or just head straight to the winery. Another idea: Take as many friends and family as you want along on a quest to find tasty chocolates. Here are a few local ways to do that:
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same goal, with some laughing and chatter along the way. All supplies are included in the price. If you need a little extra inspiration, many of these events allow you to sip an alcoholic beverage. Some studios offer a glass or two as part of the package price, and others offer beverages at a cash bar there. If wine is part of the package and you don’t want it, some let you opt out of the wine and receive a discount when making your reservation. Starting a painting from scratch can be daunting, but you’ll follow an instructor who will walk you through the process step by step. Then, as you get more comfortable, you can add individual creative touches and color choices to make it seem more your own. Reservations sometimes fill up weeks before these events, so make sure to call early if you’re really commit-
ted to a particular painting or a particular date. Here are just a few of the local sites that offer these types of programs: » Richmond Art Museum’s Cork and Canvas: These events take place at Indiana University East’s Room 912 art studio and gallery at 912 E. Main St. Instructor Carvin Rinehart leads the classes. $35/person. Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks are available for cash purchase. Remaining 2015 dates are July 31, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 30 and Nov. 20. Make reservations at richmondartmuseum. org or by calling (765) 966-0256 » Paint the Towne: Group painting classes are also offered by the local business. Although Paint the Towne offers a variety of ceramics and other items to paint at 197 Fort Wayne Ave., Richmond, many of its group classes are offered at night in the upstairs party room at Firehouse BBQ and Blues, 400 N. Eighth St., Richmond. For reservations, call (765) 488-2163. You can visit www.paintthetownerichmond.com or search for Paint the Towne on Facebook, where you’ll find photos of the paintings you could make. Regular business hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m Mondays-Saturdays. Groups of eight or more painters may make Sunday appointments. » RDNA Art & Design Studio Gallery:Richmond native Ron Deane has returned to open his gallery at 8 S. Eighth St. #14 in downtown Richmond. He offers Paint@theGarden Wine&Canvas at Olive Garden on the second and fourth Monday each month for $35. A discount is offered for dinner with advance reservations. Regular business hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, although private art parties and private art lessons for all ages and photoshoots may be scheduled. Call (765) 3738501 or (765) 977-9944 or email rdnastudiogallery@gmail.com for more information. » Get Fired: The paint-your-own pottery studio also offers group painting classes at 1611 Chester Blvd., Richmond. Call (765) 488-2291 to learn more or go to http://getfiredrichmond.com/. Find photos of upcoming paintings by searching for Get Fired on Facebook. Summer hours are 1-7 p.m. Thursdays, 1-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. » Visual Art Center of Preble County: The non-profit art center offers a variety of classes for all ages at 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio, such as its Unwind and Create group painting classes. It offers a Clay Cafe to paint your own pottery, too. Learn more at (937) 456-3999 or www.takepartinart.net
Wineries and craft beers There are many places to sip a glass of wine in the area, but if you want to visit where the beverages are made, you have a few options. » J & J Winery & Noble Order Brewing Company are both located at 3415 National Road W., Richmond. The 8-acre winery and brewery is off the road in a country setting, where you’ll find walking trails and a pond. Outdoor seating is available, along with an indoor beverage tasting room with seating for rainy and chilly days. You can linger over café fare of appetizers, salads, finger foods, desserts and other beverages from 3 to 9 p.m.
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Wilson Wines offers live music and various events at its Modoc, Ind., farm.
Thursdays and Fridays and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Open mic nights are planned at 6 p.m. Thursdays in summer, and other live music is scheduled occasionally. Wine tasting and sales are available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays and Sundays, 3-10 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, call (765) 965-9463 or go to http:// jjwinery.com/ » If you take a short trip north, you’ll find Wilson Wines, a family owned producer of grape and fruit wines in Modoc, Ind. Varieties of wine vary as fruit is available. Seasonal fruits such as blackberry and elderberry are offered. Pirates Passion is a unique pineapple wine. Hours are 1-7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 1-9 p.m. Fridays and noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Every Friday through September is BYOM night. That stands for “bring your own meat and cook it on our heat.” See INDULGE, Page 6 July/AUGUST2015|
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The band Something Like That plays at 7 p.m. if weather permits. Special events are also scheduled throughout the summer and fall, including the Hip Sips Festival at 5 p.m. Aug. 8. It’s organized by the Randolph County Cancer Society. Admission is $10. Visitors will hear three bands, can purchase barbecue and browse craft booths. The winery is located at 10137 S. Indian Trail Road, the first road east of Modoc, on Indiana 36. Turn south on Indian Trail Road and go 2.1 miles. The farm is the first place on the east side. For more information, call (765) 853-5100 or go to http:// wilsonwines.com/ for a schedule of events. » If you like beer better, local craft brews are avaialable at New Boswell Brewery & Tap Room, 410 N. 10th St., in Richmond’s Depot District. You can relax inside on the couch or on the patio. Eight taps and 20 different varieties of uniquely brewed beer are available on rotation. Hours are 3 p.m. to midnight Tuesday-Thursday, noon to 1 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays. For more information, call (765) 488-2042 or visit http://newboswell.com/ » If your companions want specialty coffees, sandwiches or ice cream, you can also find New Boswell beers down the street at Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Tap Room, 185 Fort Wayne Ave. Products from other Indiana microbreweries are also featured. For more information, call (765) 962-3019 or visit http:// roscoescoffee.com/ 6 | Maximum Living |July/AUGUST2015
Chocolate Sample some chocolates for free in Wayne County along the Chocolate Trail. Stop by local cafes, candy shops/ factories, gift shops and more to sample free chocolate on a self-guided tour. You’re always invited to make purchases that day or return on a later date. The chocolate trail is available year-round to those who present a Chocolate Trail Passport. Stop by the Old National Road Welcome Center, 5701 National Road E., Richmond, to pick up your free passport. Summer hours for the center are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Richmond stops include Ullery’s Ice Cream and Roscoe’s Coffee Bar & Tap Room (both at 185 Fort Wayne Ave.), Olympian Candies (625 E. Main St.), Senior Opportunities Services craft shop (401 S. 4th St.) , J&J Winery/ Noble Order Brewing Company, 3415 National Road W., and Square Donuts, 1241 N. W. 5th St. You can also visit these sites on a scenic drive through the county: Warm Glow Candle Company Store (2131 Centerville Road, Centerville) and Building 125 (125 W. Main St., Cambridge City). Two sites are in Hagerstown — Abbott’s Candy Shop, 48 E. Walnut St. and Bowman Bakery, 48 S. Perry St. Learn more about each stop at visitrichmond.org. If you enjoy chocolate fondue, consider taking a road trip to visit The Melting Pot, which offers dessert fondue. Each chocolate fondue includes strawberries, blondies, bananas, pineapple, marshmallow treats, pound cake and brownies. If you want a larger meal, you can select the four-course experience or opt for the entree or cheese fondue courses. The Melting Pot’s closest locations are 453 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton, Ohio; 11023 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, Ohio; and 5650 E. 86th St. Suite A, Indianapolis.
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The Richmond Symphony Brass performs at the Richmond Rose Garden in May. Those musicians and many more will return for a regular season of concerts at Civic Hall.
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oncerts, comedies and art exhibits offer opportunities for socialization and relaxation for singles, couples and families throughout the year. Performing arts groups are gearing up to launch their new series of shows.
Richmond Civic Theatre An August musical kicks off the 75th season for local volunteers who dedicate their time and talent. Some patrons have said they enjoy the community theater even more than those in Indianapolis and Dayton. This year, subscribers will get more tickets in their membership package. A member receives six tickets that are good for any combination of Main Stage shows, plus two flexible tickets for Studio 10 shows. The Main Stage performances include: » “The Music Man” on Aug. 21-23 and 28-30. » “And Then There Were None” mystery by Agatha See RELAX, Page 9 8 | Maximum Living |July/AUGUST2015
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Christie on Oct. 23-24 and Oct. 30-Nov 1 » “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” on Dec. 11-13 and 18-20 » Classic drama “Our Town” on Jan. 22-23 and 29-31, 2016 » “Over the River and Through The Woods” on April 8-9 and 15-17. It’s a comedy about a family who develops a plan to keep a grandson from moving away. » “Legally Blonde: The Musical” on May 13-15 and 20-22 Memberships are $95 for adults and $80 for seniors 65 and older and students with ID. They are a $138 value. Those who want to purchase a four-ticket pass for Stage One Youth Theatre can add one to a season membership for $30 per adult or $18 per youth. If no Main Stage membership is bought, the fourticket Stage One pass is $40 for adults or $22 for youth. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Sundays. Learn more at (765) 962-1816 or go to www.gorct.org.
Richmond Symphony Orchestra This year’s “The Color of Music” theme is intended to add some color to the orchestra’s concerts, starting in September. Audience members are invited to wear a pop of color to each performance. Those colors intentionally match the colors of local school districts. Districts are invited to have a small ensemble perform before each concert. A season subscription includes one ticket to each of these concerts, as well as a bonus voucher redeemable for one ticket for a friend or a family member. Subscriptions are $75 for adults, $50 for college students and free for grades K-12. » Music for Late Summer, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.
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19. Pieces on the program include “Summer Pastorale” by Swiss-French composer Arthur Honegger and “Symphony No. 5” by Bohemian composer Antonin Dvorak. Pianist Lorraine Min will play the “Fourth Piano Concerto” of Camille Saint-Saens. Wear a pop of green. » Through the Looking Glass, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Violinist Andres Cardenes returns as guest artist to play Philip Glass’ “Violin Concerto.” Other highlights are the “Leonore Overture No. 3” by Beethoven and Modest Mussorgsky’s popular “Pictures at an Exhibition,” orchestrated by Maurice Ravel. Wear a pop of yellow. » “The Music of John Williams,” 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6. Before “Star Wars: The Forces Awakens,” opens at Christmas, the symphony salutes the legendary film composer with “Olympic Fanfare,” “Jaws,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” “Summon the Heroes,” “Dry Your Tears, Africa,” “1941” and “Star Wars.” RSO Singers, the Orchestra Within an Orchestra, and the 2015 Young Artist Competition winner will perform. Wear a pop of red. » German “Classical” Classics, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. Travel back to the 18th century for this chamber concert of music by Mozart, the two Haydns, and other composers from the “Classical” era. RSO’s principal trumpeter Wesley Woolard and his “piccolo” trumpet will be featured in “Concerto in D” by Johann Fasch. Wear a pop of purple. » Beethoven, Barber, and Friends, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 5, 2016. New concertmaster Mari Thomas will be introduced as a soloist with Samuel Barber’s “Violin Concerto,” said to combine soft and caressing melodies with dazzling virtuosity. Other highlights are Beethoven’s early “Second Symphony,” “Air for Strings” by Norman Dello Joio, and the Overture to “The Italian Girl in Al-
Daniel Clymer, Sarah Waddle, Beth Anne Darr and Joe Petty rehearse a play at Richmond Civic Theatre.
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giers” by Rossini.” Wear a pop of blue. » The Orchestral Palette, Saturday, April 2, 2016. The orchestra will play in a new location to be announced. Two works by female American composers will open the concert: Jennifer Higdon’s “Machine” and Libby Larsen’s “Deep Summer Music.” Short works by two other Americans, Aaron Copland and Christopher Theofanidis, along with Giacomo Puccini’s “Chrysanthemums,” come before the season finale: Igor Stravinsky’s “Firebird” Suite by Igor Stravinsky. Wear a kaleidoscope of color. Call (765) 966-5181 or go to www.richmondsymphony.org for tickets.
Civic Hall Performing Arts Center Those who buy season tickets to Civic Hall at Richmond High School will be able to see these nationally touring shows: » Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway — Oct. 10. The tour features a band and six stars from Broadway shows such as “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Les Miserables,” “CATS,” “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Jekyll & Hyde.” » Dallas Brass with vocalist Bryan Anthony — Nov. 14. Anthony has sung with the Glenn Miller Band. » “Swing’n the Holidays” show by Jive Aces — Dec. 12. The jive and swing band made it to the semifinals of “Britain’s Got Talent.” Singers and dancers will entertain. » Under the Streetlamp — March 12, 2016. This men’s quartet backed by a live band has become more famous after its two PBS shows. Former cast members of “Jer-
sey Boys” will perform Doo-Wop, Motown and rock hits from the Beatles, Beach Boys, Drifters and more. » Country singer Jo Dee Messina — May 21, 2016. The singer’s newest album is called “ME.” She has charted 9 No. 1 singles, 16 Top 40 singles and has sold more than 5 million records. Messina will perform with a live band. Season tickets are $135 for adults, $130 for seniors 65 and older, and $90 for students and active military. Buying individual tickets for all five shows would cost $148. Those who want to buy a ticket for a particular show can do so starting Sept. 8. All shows start at 7:30 p.m. The box office will re-open soon when Richmond Community Schools returns to classes. It is open from 8:30 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Patrons may also call (765) 973-3350 and leave a message.
Another Round A bonus concert at Civic Hall this fall will feature Another Round, which is an Indiana University men’s a cappella group. They perform arrangements of classic and current songs without instruments. Richmond High School choir members will also perform that night. A couple of years ago, Another Round changed its name from IU’s Straight No Chaser to avoid confusion with Atlantic Record’s Straight No Chaser. Straight No Chaser began in 1996 on the Bloomington campus and continued adding new students after the original members graduated. A video made by the original group caught the attention of Atlantic Records in 2006 and several of the original members reunited a few years ago to start performing, recording and touring nationally. The Another Round concert is a fundraiser for Senior Opportunities Services, which provides homemaker and handyman services to help keep seniors independent as long as possible. The organization also offers senior employment and sells crafts made by seniors at its shop. The concert is Friday, Nov. 6 at Civic Hall. Tickets are $10 in advance at the SOS craft shop, 401 S. Fourth St., Augustin Printing & Design Services, 211 N.W. Seventh St., and Civic Hall’s box office. They are $12 at the door. For more information, call (765) 962-1010.
Richmond Art Museum The art museum offers a quick chance to relax and see art for free. A new exhibit called “My Art Story: Building a Collection” will be open July 26-Sept. 26. It features the journey of collector Diane Ferlauto, who through travels and association with the museum has accumulated a wide variety of styles, mediums and subjects. National and regional artists are featured. The museum hopes to show how visitors can build their own affordable collection. The exhibit has been designed to suggest a residential environment in order to offer ideas on how art can be integrated in your home. If you like ceramics, check out the free outdoor Potterypalooza festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 12 at RAM. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Learn more at (765) 966-0256 or richmondartmuseum.org.
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HUESTON WOODS OFFERS BOTH FANCY, CASUAL FOODS By Millicent Martin Emery mmartin@pal-item.com
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fter golfing, boating, hiking, swimming or walking along the beach, you might want a hearty meal. Or you might have just worked up an appetite during a leisurely scenic ride to nearby Hueston Woods State Park in College Corner, Ohio. Either way, the Trailblazer Dining Room at Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center offers a new dining experience for many area residents. It’s nestled in the park and only 23 miles from Richmond. The spacious dining room is open seven days a week all year long for visitors to the lodge as well as hotel guests. While eating, you can admire the massive stone fireplace and enjoy a view of Acton Lake. The lodge offers a variety of foods, ranging from a la carte breakfast items to appetizers and elegant entrees. Appetizers include Fireside Bruschetta, featuring Roma tomato, red onion and garlic on grilled baguette slices with melted mozzarella finished with a pearbalsamic reduction and fresh basil chiffonade. Or consider the Athenian Flatbread offering Kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and feta cheeses. The Taste of Asia features pot stickers, crab rangoon and egg rolls with honey teriyaki dipping sauce. Staff aim to please relaxed travelers with large lunch sandwiches such as the Lodge Burger, grilled chicken club, BBQ Brisket, Alaskan Pollock or Gyro platters, Ruebens, tuna melt, turkey club, chicken salad or Cobb salad wraps. Some are $8 and others are $9. All except the Gyro platter come with fries or chips. Lighter fare includes soup, salads and appetizers available at lunch and dinner. Four sandwiches appear on the dinner menu. Or you can try an entree such as maple salmon, Mediterranean chicken, Johnny Apple chop, Alaskan Pollock fillet, chicken pot pie or chicken penne Alfredo. Recently, I tried the spaghetti and meatballs. I received a generous portion that includes four meatballs as well as a tasty side salad and a slice of garlic bread. Each table also gets a warm loaf of bread. They will bring you another if you polish it off.
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This generous portion of spaghetti and meatballs also included a tasty side salad and a loaf of bread for our table.
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The half-pound Lodge Burger is a Certified Angus Burger on a toasted Kaiser roll with your choice of cheese.
IF YOU GO Where: Trailblazer Dining Room at Hueston Woods Lodge and Conference Center, 5201 Lodge Road, College Corner, Ohio When: Open seven days a week, 365 days a year. Hours may vary seasonally. Breakfast is from 8-11 a.m. daily, lunch is from noon-2 p.m. daily and dinner is from 5:30-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 5:30-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Info: (513) 664-3527 or http://huestonwoodslodge.com/ dining/
If you want something smoked, consider beef brisket, the BBQ half chicken or smoked meatloaf. Ribeye, NY Strip and Portobello steaks are on the menu, too. Most dinners are in the $10 to $15 range. The ribeye is $22. Special buffets are offered on holidays. Reservations are encouraged for those days. If you want something more casual, the nearby Johnny Appleseed Lounge offers refreshments and pizzas.
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RASPBERRY-RHUBARB CREAM PIE WITH OATMEAL CRUST Start to finish: 3 hours (1 hour active) Servings: 10
FOR THE CRUST 3 ⁄4 cup all-purpose flour 11⁄2 cups rolled oats 1 ⁄4 cup packed brown sugar 1 ⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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FOR THE FRUIT TOPPING 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb ⁄2 cup granulated sugar Zest and juice of 1 orange Pinch of salt 2 cups fresh raspberries
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basic strawberry-rhubarb pie is a delightful and iconic part of summer, but why let it rest at that? This summer we decided to take this pie to a whole new level. We started by ditching the usual cooked strawberries in favor of fresh raspberries. The raspberries get arranged over a simple but deliciously tart-sweet rhubarb compote. We layered all of that over a vanilla pudding, giving us the best of two worlds — fruit pie and cream pie. For ease, the components can be prepared ahead of time, then assembled closer to serving. Just don’t assemble more than eight hours ahead of time.
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Heat the oven to 375 F. To make the crust, in a food processor pulse together the flour, oats, brown sugar and salt. Drizzle in the melted butter and pulse to make moistened crumbs. Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie pan and press the crumbs across the bottom and up the sides. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, make the cream filling. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch and sugar. Add the eggs and whisk until frothy and no trace of egg or lumps remains. Add the milk and whisk once more to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring and scraping the bottom and sides of the pan constantly, until the mixture comes up to a boil and thickens, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the vanilla bean paste and butter. Once the crust and filling are both cooked, pour the cream filling into the crust. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the cream and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until cold. Next, make the rhubarb filling. In a small saucepan over medium, combine the rhubarb, sugar, orange zest and juice, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes, or until the rhubarb is broken down and slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. When all the parts of the pie have cooled, spread the rhubarb filling over the surface of the cream filling. Arrange fresh raspberries across the surface of the pie. Serve immediately or chill for up to 8 hours. Nutrition information per serving: 350 calories; 140 calories from fat (40 percent of total calories); 16 g fat (9 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 120 mg cholesterol; 110 mg sodium; 47 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 25 g sugar; 7 g protein.
SPIRAL CUTTER PUTS A HEALTHY TWIST ON
CURLY FRIES By Melissa d’Arabian
Start to finish: 45 minutes Servings: 4
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I’ve been watching the “zoodle” craze from the sidelines. Admittedly, I’ve been tempted to jump in. Noodles made from healthy zucchini using a super-cool spiral cutter? Yes, please! I suppose my husband got tired of seeing me eye the contraption every time we shopped the kitchen supply store because I got a spiral cutter for Mother’s Day this year! And now I can’t stop using it. One of my favorite dishes is the zoodles, which can be eaten raw (toss with lemon juice, black pepper and Parmesan cheese) or can be softened by sauteeing for 2 to 3 minutes in a bit of olive oil before tossing with your favorite pasta sauce. The spiral hit of the summer, though, has to be these baked curly fries. Oven fries are a great healthy alternative to deep-fried french fries. With only 1 teaspoon of oil per recipe, these oven fries alone are worth the price of the spiral cutter.
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Baked garlic thyme curly fries
2 large russet potatoes 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Heat the oven to 425 F. Line 2 baking sheets with kitchen parchment. Using a spiral cutter, cut the potatoes into curly slices using the coarsest/widest blade setting. Depending on the model of spiral cutter you use, you may need to cut the potatoes to fit into it. Transfer the sliced potatoes to a large bowl and toss with the olive oil, thyme, 1 ⁄2-teaspoon salt and 1 ⁄2-teaspoon garlic powder. Divide the potatoes between the 2 baking sheets, spreading them evenly. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are visibly browning and crunchy in places. Flip, and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes. Total cook time should be 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with the remaining salt, garlic powder and parsley. Serve immediately. Nutrition information per serving: 150 calories; 10 calories from fat (7 percent of total calories); 1.5 g fat (0 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 0 mg cholesterol; 500 mg sodium; 32 g carbohydrate; 3 g fiber; 2 g sugar; 4 g protein. Recipe from: Associated Press
It’s better than Mom used to make. Not that she’ll ever admit it.
Southern Dill Potato Salad Recipe Ingredients: 10 unpeeled red potatoes 5 hard boiled eggs ¾ cup sour cream ¾ cup mayo 1 tbsp cider vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
½ white onion, finely chopped 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 1 tsp celery salt Salt and pepper to taste 1 tbsp Dried Dill Weed
Directions: 1. Place potatoes in large stock pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until potatoes are cooked through, but still firm. About 20 minutes. Remove from water and cool, then cut into chunks. 2. In a bowl combine sour cream, mayo, vinegar, mustard, onion, celery, celery salt and salt and pepper. Mix well. 3. Stir in potatoes and eggs and then sprinkle dill over. Combine remaining ingredients and chill for 4+ hours.
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A SMALL TASTE OF GIVING I’m baking brownies today. One hundred and twentyfive. Each one will go into a small plastic bag and be put in the freezer. Next week there will be an assembly line in my kitchen as friends slap peanut butter and jelly on bread, drop small containers of applesauce, along with juice boxes, the brownies, spoons and napkins, into the paper bags. We’re making sack lunches for a Vacation Bible School that meets in a gritty neighborhood on the near-Eastside of Indianapolis. We don’t pack veggies — the kids won’t eat them. Ours is to supply, not reform. The first time we did this, it was for 80, then 90, then 100 and now 125. LORI Sounds wonderful of me, doesn’t it? The BORGMAN fact is, this is an easy way to give. Funding 125 sack lunches comes with a cost, but it’s only money. This sort of giving doesn’t cost me at a gut level. It’s not the kind of giving that sits beside someone, listens to them, loves them, cradles them, challenges them, calls them to a new way of living. Seriously, have you ever heard someone say, “A brownie changed my life?” The sack lunches meet a momentary need, but they don’t address the deep need. Our friends who pastor the church hosting the VBS address people’s needs on a far larger scale. They’re engaged in costly giving—they give of themselves. They believe to minister to the poor, you have to become poor.
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So they did. And so they are. Those who give much, reap much. They see the dividends that come with sacrificial investments — new life, more families doing foster care, addicts no longer addicted and a few more kids who now have a future. But the needs never end. One need is met and two more arise. And then there’s the drumbeat of poverty constantly in the background. Cars stolen, gunfire, awakening to find a SWAT team on the front porch at 3 a.m. But by far, the biggest cost of sacrificial giving is having their hearts broken. Repeatedly. It’s watching the smallest ones slip through the cracks and knowing all too well what’s ahead for them. Yet, along with the neighborhood VBS, the leadership circle is growing, too—there are more solid church members helping shepherd the flock, and a few more transplants have moved in from the outer ring of the city to be of service. They graduated another class of high school kids this year and have established an amazing health clinic. It’s all volunteer. People do what programs never can. Of course, every gift counts. The parts come together to make the whole. But I am acutely and humbly aware with each brownie I pack that there is a rich and costly giving that changes lives, and then there are the crumbs. Hopefully, the crumbs will bless, too. One hundred twenty-three, 124, 125. Lori Borgman is the author of “The Death of Common Sense.” Email her at lori@loriborgman.com.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS Âť TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 5 p.m., Mondays, Sylvan Nook Church of Christ, 1221 Sylvan Nook Dr, Richmond. Weigh-in is from 5-5:45 p.m. and meeting starts at 6 p.m. Visitors may sit in at a meeting at no charge or obligation. (765) 969-5177 Âť Tenth Street Al-Anon Group, 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Mondays, Reid Memorial Youth Center, 101 N.10th St., Richmond. For families and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Enter door on North A Street. Free. Donations welcome. Âť Discovery Trail Hiking Club, meets on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays for group hikes. Call (765) 966-2523 for information or visit website at hikingrichmondindiana.webstarts.com for schedule and more contacts. Âť My Lifeline, 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Centerville Christian Church, 106 E. Main St., Centerville. A Nar-Anon support group for those coping with the heartache of a loved one’s addiction. (765) 624-4012 Âť Celebrate Recovery, 7-9 p.m., Fridays, Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3469 Hillcrest Road, Richmond. Transportation can be provided. Call (765) 407-9198 for details. Âť TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 7:30-9 a.m., Saturdays, Hodgin Road Christian Church, 4050 Hodgin Road, Richmond. Weekly meeting. (765) 935-1405 Âť Richmond Farmers’ Market, 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays and 3 6 p.m. Tuesdays, North Seventh and A streets, Richmond. Produce, crafts, plants and baked goods. Homegrown and handmade items only. Free admission. Offered by Richmond Parks and Recreation Department. (765) 983-7275 Âť TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 8:15 a.m., Saturdays, Faith-Trinity United Methodist Church, 2900 W. Main St., Richmond. Weigh-in from 8:15-8:45 a.m. with meeting from 9-10 a.m. weekly. (765) 935-5059 Âť Widowed Too Young, 3 p.m., first Sunday of the month, Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond. A support group meets in Classroom C. (765) 935-8581 Âť Alzheimer’s support group, 2:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays of the month, First English Lutheran Church, 2727 E. Main St., Richmond. Support groups provide caregivers with an opportunity to share their experiences and receive support from others coping with the disease. Caregivers are encouraged to share information, give and receive support, and exchange coping experiences and strategies. Meetings are open to the public and facilitated by a trained professional and/or family member.There is no cost or commitment for caregivers to attend. For a full listing of the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter’s support groups, visit alz.org/indiana or call the Helpline at (800) 272-3900. Âť GriefShare support group, Aug. 6-Oct. 29, First Presbyterian Church, 100 N. 10th St., Richmond. The group will meet Thursdays from 10–11:30 a.m. for the 13-week session. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “The Journey of Grief,â€? “The Effects of Grief,â€? “Your Family and Grief,â€? “Why?â€? and “Stuck in Grief.â€? The video seminars are combined with support group discussion of the materials presented during the video. The group facilators include Bette Davenport, Becky Harper, Barbara Taylor and Bill Carter. Pre-registration encouraged at (765) 966-2234 or bdavenpo@indiana.edu Âť Chef’s Market, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 6, Indiana University East,
2325 Chester Blvd, Richmond. Enjoy local foods and vendors in the Whitewater Hall lobby.  Miami University Women’s Basketball Golf Scramble, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Aug. 7, Hueston Woods State Park Golf Course, 6962 Brown Road, Oxford, Ohio. All funds will go to support the RedHawks’ planned foreign tour in May 2016. The $110 registration fee will include greens fees for 18 holes, riding cart, range balls, meals and a tour of the renovated facility with Head Coach Cleve Wright.  Grief Recovery Program, 6 p.m., Aug. 10, Preble County District Library, 450 S. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Guidance to those suffering from grief. Learn to resolve loss issues and move beyond it a richer quality of life. 12-week program on Mondays Aug. 10-Oct. 26. Presented by Crossroads Hospice. (937) 432-2305.  11th annual Christian Charities Golf Outing, 9 a.m. Aug. 21, Elks Country Club, U.S. 27, Richmond. Benefits Backpack Blessing, which feeds children at elementary schools in Wayne County. $200 for four-person team. (765) 973-9392  Full Moon Night Hike, 8:30 p.m., Aug. 29, Hayes Arboretum, 801 Elks Road, Richmond. Gates open at 8 p.m., hike begins at 8:30 p.m. Members: free, non-members: $3; children 12 and younger, free.  Backyard Herbs, 6-8 p.m., Sept. 10, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. In this class you will learn that your own backyard abounds in useful medicinal plants. This is led by local herb enthusiast Jean Blue. Fee charged. Register at least one week in advance at a.blue@copeenvironmental.org or (765) 855-3188
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BLOOD DONOR, 89, CELEBRATES
400th GIFT By Millicent Martin Emery mmartin@pal-item.com
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n 89-year-old man is still setting an example for others as he continues to donate blood. In fact, he made his 400th donation in May and has no plans to quit. Wayne Harlan of Liberty, Ind., was honored at the Community Blood Center in Richmond for his gifts. A few obstacles haven’t discouraged him from donating. Because of his age, Harlan occasionally has a low iron level that defers his donations. He had hoped to make his 400th donation twice in April, but had to wait. Balloons and a decorated cake were ready to congratulate him on his 400th donation on April 21, but the party had to be delayed. “Old age can be (darn) inconvenient,” Harlan said in a press release from the Community Blood Center. Ironically, the screening room where Harlan tried to give blood is named in his honor with a brass plaque on the door. “It’s something I can do for other people,” he said. “I’ve been fortunate to be fairly healthy all my life.” Harlan began donating blood when he was 15. One of his neighbors’ nephews needed three pints of blood, so his path of donation began. “One reason I did it I’m sure was to get out of school for half a day,” Harlan said. Harlan said if he had given blood regularly throughout his life, he would have an even higher number of donations. “After the war, I only did it when someone asked about it. We had blood drives at the Masonic Lodge for a
HOW TO DONATE » Blood donation requirements: Donors must be at least 16 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be in good physical health. The Food and Drug Administration changes blood donor eligibility guidelines periodically. Individuals with eligibility questions may email canidonate@cbccts.org or call 1(800)
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Wayne Harlan of Liberty, Ind., 89, receives balloons and cake for his 400th blood donation. SUPPLIED
Harlan and his wife, Betty, mark his milestone donation with a party in Richmond.
while. Back in the late ’70s, from then on I was pretty regular.” Harlan says he drove a truck and farmed all his life. He still walks about three miles a day and works on “honey-do” projects for his wife of 67 years, Betty. “I’d like to retire but I don’t know if it will or what to do if I did,” Harlan said. “I don’t figure I’ll retire until everything’s done.”
388-4483. Make an appointment at www.DonorTime.com. Donors must bring a photo ID that includes their full name. » Richmond’s Community Blood Center is at 4450 Garwood Place. Regular hours are 2-6:30 p.m. Monday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, 2-6:30 p.m. Thursday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. The Richmond center is closing Sept. 25 as a cost-cutting measure for
the regional blood bank. After Sept. 25, donors can schedule appointments at CBC mobile blood drives in the Richmond area at GivingBlood.org or by calling (800) 388-4483. » Current incentive: Those 18 and older who register to donate blood through Aug. 28 at CBC locations and mobile drives have a chance to win a Hawaii vacation for two. Everyone who registers to donate will receive a free T-shirt.
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SILENCE FACEBOOK ALERTS Q: I have a lot of political friends on Facebook who
comment on my posts, so I’m constantly hearing that annoying notification sound. Is there a way I can turn it off? A: Yes, you can turn off Facebook’s notification sounds. Click the upside-down triangle in the upper righthand corner of the Facebook page, then choose “Settings.” In the left column, select “Notifications.” Where it says “On Facebook,” click the “View” link and uncheck “Play a sound.” Then click the “Save Changes” button. That’s it! Q: My mother is older with mounting medical problems. I’m worried about her living alone, but I don’t want to hurt her independence. Is there a way I can keep an eye on her remotely? COLUMN BY A: First, talk to your mom about your KIM concerns. Ask her if it would be all right to KOMANDO install an Internet-enabled security camera in her kitchen. This way, you can check on your mom using your computer, tablet or smartphone. Get a model that has built-in audio so you can talk to her or hear if there are problems. Pan and tilt controls let watch a wide area. Q: What does a smartwatch do exactly? Will it replace my smartphone? A: There are several kinds of smartwatches. A few like the Moto 360 and Samsung Gear Live include cellular so they can be smartphone-independent. However, given the small screen and slow processing, they aren’t true smartphone replacements. Other options like the Apple Watch and LG G Watch R require a smartphone to do most tasks, including making phone calls and sending texts. The gadgets connect over Bluetooth to display notifications and communications, send back health information like your heartbeat, and do some basic smartphone controlling. Consider smartwatches as enhancements for your smartphone rather than replacements.
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Q: I heard you say on your radio show the other day that Google records every search I make. You told us how to erase it, but I don’t remember. Can you tell me again? A: Google does record everything you search for, along with everything else you do while using Google services, programs and apps. To see and clear your search history, go to history.google.com and sign in. Then click the Gear icon in the upper right corner of the page and choose “Settings.” Move the slider next to “Your searches and browsing activity” to the left. Google will ask if you really want to pause recording. Click the “Pause” button to confirm. Q: I’ve uninstalled a few computer programs lately, but the icons are still on the desktop and some of their folders are still hanging around. I can remove these leftovers manually, but I shouldn’t have to. Is there something I’m missing when it comes to uninstalling software? A: Windows doesn’t always do a good job of removing every trace of software you no longer want. Fortunately, there are third-party programs that do. Check out powerful free programs like Revo Uninstaller and GeekUninstaller. They pick up what Windows leaves behind. Q: It feels like I’m spending a fortune on printer ink. Are there any ways to use less when I print? A: One way is to save ink is to change the font you use. You can try a smaller one like Garamond or get a custom ink-saving font like EcoFont. EcoFont has tiny holes in each letter so it uses up to 25 percent less ink without sacrificing legibility. You can also control exactly what you print with a browser extension like CleanPrint. It’s so good that it’s on every single computer at my network. On the Kim Komando Show, the nation’s largest weekend radio talk show, Kim takes calls and dispenses advice on today’s digital lifestyle, from smartphones and tablets to online privacy and data hacks. For her daily tips, free newsletters and more, visit her website at Komando.com. Kim also posts breaking tech news 24/7 atNews.Komando.com.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Arts and crafts » Richmond’s Own Society of Embroiderers, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., July 28, Richmond Senior Community Center, 1600 S. Second St., Richmond. Projects and lessons on various types of needlework are given. Needleworkers of all skill levels are welcome. Bring a sack lunch. Also, on the second Monday of the month, a stitch-in takes place at a ROSE member’s home or the senior center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a sack lunch. » Artisan Marketplace, 5-9 p.m., July 30, J&J Winery, 3415 National Road W., Richmond. Local artists, from carpenters to painters. Art is available to purchase in the tent. Free admission. » Cork and Canvas, 6-9 p.m., July 31, Room 912, 912 E. Main St., Richmond. Instructors provide step-by-step instruction to create your own masterpiece while sipping a favorite drink. Gather your friends for a colorful group experience. All painting supplies are provided, including an apron to keep you looking your best. Cost: $35/person (does not include alcohol; beverages, alcoholic and non, are available for cash purchase). Must be 21 or older to participate. Reservations limited. Call for future dates: (765) 9660256 » Taste of the Arts Tuesdays, Noon-1 p.m., Aug. 11, Room 912, 912 E. Main St., Richmond. Usually on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month. $20 per session includes catered lunch. Open to all. Featuring instruction or discussions led by various arts professionals. Offered by Richmond Art Museum. Reservation: (765) 966-0256 » Herb workshops, 6:30 p.m., Aug. 20, Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Road, Eaton. The Herb Society of PCHS will be hosting mini workshops on the third Thursday of each month. Reservations are suggested because space is limited. Call
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Dances » Dances, 4-7 p.m. Thursdays, Preble County Senior Center, 800 E. St. Clair St., Eaton, Ohio. Country and bluegrass music is provided by Don Pease and the Country Ramblers. Cost at the door is $3 per person or $5 per couple. Adults of all ages are welcome to attend. Organized by Preble County Senior Center. » Whitewater Valley Ballroom Dance Club, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Aug. 15, Richmond Senior Community Center, 1600 S. Second St., Richmond. On the third Saturday each month. $5 per person. Please bring finger food or soft drink to share. For teens and adults of all ages. Casual dressy attire. (765) 962-8649 or (765) 935-7370. » Interaction Singles Dance, 8-11 p.m., Fridays, Eagles Lodge, 75 S. 12th St., Richmond. Must be 21 or older and single. Social hour from 6-7 p.m., discussion from 7-8 p.m. and dance from 8-11 p.m. $6. Eagles membership not required. (765) 9668893
Family fun » Train Rides and Model Train Display, Richmond Furniture Gallery, 180 Fort Wayne Ave, Richmond. Trains run every Saturday and Sunday of each month from noon-5 p.m. Free vintage kiddie train rides. (765)939-3325 or www.richmondfurnituregallery.com » Movies in the Glen, Glen Miller Park, Richmond. Free. Aug. 1, family movie; Aug. 8, classic movie; Aug. 15, teen movie; Aug. 22, family movie; Aug. 29, action movie. Movies begin at dusk on Roosevelt Hill in Glen Miller Park. Activities will be offered at 8:30 p.m. Handicap parking available. Concessions available for purchase at each show. » Summer Book Buddies, 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. Aug. 11, Hayes Arboretum, 801 Elks Road, Richmond. Theme: Trees. Offered by Birth-to-Five. Read a story, have a snack, create a craft and take a new book home to keep. Free, but reservations are required by calling (765) 966-6080. For ages 3 to kindergarten entry accompanied by an adult. » Family Fun Fest, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sept. 19, South 10th Street Park, Richmond. Carnival-style games, prizes, entertainment, and more for all ages. Richmond Parks & Recreation partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County and their Day for Kids. Discovery Zone with more than 20 community agencies distributing helpful information for parents. Free. » Preble County Pork Festival, Sept. 19-20, fairgrounds, 722 S. Franklin St., Eaton, Ohio. Free admission. Arts and crafts, entertainment and food. (937) 456-7273 or www.porkfestival.org » BikeTOURberfest, Sept. 26, meet at the Wayne County Health Department parking lot, 200 E. Main St., Richmond. Fundraiser for Cardinal Greenway. $30 for adults, $15 for students of any age. www.biketourberfest.com/
History and trains » Wayne County Genealogy Society, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mondays, St. John Lutheran Church, 501 S. Seventh St., Richmond.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Anyone can get free help with genealogy research.  Wild West Train To Dinner, 6 p.m., July 31, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. A special Wild Westthemed Twilight Limited Train to Dinner excursion. Come and see bandits, marshals, robber barons, fancy and some not-so-fancy women as you roll through the scenic countryside. Entertainment provided by the Circle D Rangers. $39 per person includes roundtrip train ride, meal, tax and tip. Train operates rain or shine. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Other dates are Aug. 28 and Oct. 30. Call (765) 825-2054 for more information and reservations or www.whitewatervalleyrr.org First Fridays car show, 5-9 p.m., Aug. 1 and Sept. 5, Historic Depot District, North E Street, Richmond.  Ride the Rails with Lincoln, 10 a.m., Aug. 8, Sept. 12 and Oct. 10, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Travel through time on The Statesman as you spend the day with President Abraham Lincoln on a relaxing train excursion. Ask the former president questions and have your photos taken. Listen Lincoln as he delivers a memorable speech before the train departs Metamora for the return to Connersville and during the trip Mr. Lincoln will be speaking about the railroads and their effects on his election. Festivities with Abraham Lincoln re-enactor Dean Dorrell will begin at 10 a.m. at Connersville’s Grand Central Station. $22 for adults and $14 for children ages 2 to 12.  Guided tours of the Gaar House & Farm Museum, Aug. 2 and 16, Gaar House & Farm Museum, 2593 Pleasant View Road, Richmond. Guided tours are at 1,2 and 3 p.m. of the 1876 mansion. $5 per person. $2 for ages 5-18. (765) 966-1262  Cruise - In, 5-9 p.m., Aug. 21, Petro Stopping Center, 9787 U.S. 40 W., New Paris, Ohio. Cars, trucks and bikes welcome. No entry fee. Trophy awarded to best of show.  Throttle Time Guest Engineer Program, 12:15 p.m., Sept. 19 and 26, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St, Connersville. Ever wanted to operate a diesel locomotive? Try your hand at being a locomotive engineer using a vintage diesel locomotive. Each guest engineer will participate in a brief operational training session before sitting at the throttle for 30 minutes of actual hands-on locomotive operations. Times are 12:15 p.m., 1:25 p.m., and 2:35 p.m. Cost is $150, and includes a one-year membership in the Whitewater Valley Railroad and other perks. Participants must be 18 years of age or older, with normal vision and hearing, and able to climb steps into the locomotive cab unassisted. Throttle Time will take place at the Whitewater Valley Railroad’s main shop and yard area at South Connersville, Ind. at the intersection of Eastern Avenue and Indiana 121. (This is 3/4 mile south of Grand Central Station in downtown Connersville). Reservations: (765) 825-2054 or www.whitewatervalleyrr.org for more information.  Heritage Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 12 and noon-5 p.m. Sept. 13 Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St, Richmond.
Hospital; 1 p.m. July 23, Boys & Girls Clubs, 2 p.m. July 31, Morrisson-Reeves Library, Richmond; 9:30 a.m. Aug. 2, First Friends Meeting, Richmond; and 3:30 p.m., Chanticleer Farm, 944 Woods Road, Richmond. Free and open to the public. (765) 966-6214 or chanticleerquartet.com  Open Mic Night, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Thursdays, J&J Winery, 3415 National Road W., Richmond. Bring your instruments and voice and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.  Oxford Summer Music, 7-9:30 p.m Thursdays, Oxford Memorial Park, 14 E. Park Place, Oxford. Free concerts. July 30: Lisa Biales Blues; August 6: Flawless, featuring Miss Dawn Bosan R&B, Jazz; Aug. 13: Systems Go-US Airforce Band Rock, Pop, Country; Aug. 20: John Kogge & the Lonesome Strangers Folk; Aug. 27: Thunder Bay Classic Rock and pig roast.  Canned Heat, Aug. 22, 4th Floor Blues Club, 923 N. E St., Richmond. Tickets will be available soon at http://inconcertrichmond.com/. More info:www.cannedheatmusic.com  Buddy Guy (six-time Grammy Winner & Blues Legend), 8 p.m.-11 p.m., Sept. 4, Preble County Fairgrounds, 722 S Franklin St, Eaton. At age 78, Buddy Guy is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a 6 time GRAMMY AWARD Winner, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton , and Stevie Ray Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. He has received 6 Grammy Awards, 28 Blues Music Awards (the most any artist has received). $49 to $85. (937) 533-1291 or eatonic
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS musicfestival.com » Richmond Music Festival, Sept. 11-13, around Richmond. Schedule to be announced. (765) 973-3338 » Live music, Taffy’s, 123 E. Main, Eaton. 7:30 to 11 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Go to http://taffysofeaton.com for concert calendar. Featuring Grammy Award winners, national and international artists, regional and local artists. Most concerts do not require a door cover. (937) 456-1381
Reading and writing » Richmond Writer’s Group, 7-9 p.m., Aug. 5, The Two Sisters: Books and More, 193 Ft. Wayne Avenue, Richmond. Join writers from Richmond, Indiana, and surrounding communities as we talk about writing, critique each other’s work and share about the publishing industry. All writers are welcome. Free. » Novel Discussion: “Eat, Pray, Love,”6:30 p.m., Aug. 27, library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Discuss the book and movie “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert. Watch the movie at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at the library. Both free and open to the public.
Recreation » Discovery Trail Hiking Club: Group hikes at various natural areas. Call (765) 966-2523 for information or visit website at hikingrichmondindiana.webstarts.com for schedule and more contacts. » Free yoga classes, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Aug. 15, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville, Ind. Offered by Beatree Yoga. Registration is not required. Yoga sessions will happen rain or shine. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one. Call (765) 855-3188 if you have any questions.
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Reunions » RHS Class of 1990 reunion, Aug. 7-8. Informal gathering Aug. 7 at Smiley’s Pub. Golf outing on Aug. 8, along with RHS tour at 2 p.m. and party from 7 p.m.-midnight at Holiday Inn. $25 per person. » RHS Class of 1995 reunion, Aug. 15. A tour of the high school will be at 1 p.m. Saturday. The group will gather at the 4th Floor Blues Club that evening. (317) 523-7695. » Winchester Community High School Class of 1970 reunion, Aug. 15, Winchester. Contact Cris Loney Fine at crisfine@comcast.net or (765) 9730-2196 to update addresses. » RHS Class of 2005 reunion, Aug. 29, J&J Winery, 3415 National Road W., Richmond. Event in the winery’s big tent. (765) 993-3950 or (765) 914-7398 » RHS Class of 1955 reunion, 7 p.m., Aug. 21, Chuck’s Sports Bar, 1500 N. E St., Richmond. Friday gathering will be Aug. 21 at Chuck’s at 7 pm. Saturday gathering will be Saturday, Aug. 22 at the Olde Richmond Inn at 6 pm. For more information contact Joyce Hill Owen at 765-373-8340 or jao1955@comcast.net. » RHS Class of 1960 reunion, Sept. 11-12. Friday event from 6-10 p.m. at Chuck’s Sports Bar, 1500 N. E St., Richmond. Saturday’s event will be at the Tarum Shrine Club with social hour from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30. CWB will DJ again. A golf outing on Saturday at Forest Hills Country Club is planned. For more information, contact Bill Brandenburg at billbburg@aol.com or call (765) 962-7232. » RHS Class of 1965 reunion, Sept. 11-12. Friday’s event is at 6 p.m. at Little Sheba’s, 175 Fort Wayne Ave., Richmond. Saturday’s event is at Forest Hills Country Club at 6 p.m.. A tour of RHS will be at 1 p.m. For more information contact Nancy Wright Manning at njm65@frontier.com or 765-277-0461, or Gary Wiggans at gwwiggans@aol.com or 765-966-2258. Also see the Facebook page at The RHS Class of ‘65 Richmond IN. » RHS Class of 1975 reunion, Sept. 11-12. Friday event will be at Chuck’s Sports Bar at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday event at 4th Floor Blues Club at 6:30 p.m. For more information please email 1975rhsclass@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook RHS Class of 1975. » RHS Class of 1951 Reunion, Sept. 18, MCL Restaurant & Bakery, 3801 National Road E. Richmond. For more information, contact Ben Kovach at bennybear@comcast.net or call (765) 9661880. More details can be found by contacting the RHS Alumni Association at (765) 973-3338 or www.rhsalum.org/reunions
Technology » Free computer classes, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. Various classes offered on introduction to computers, Internet usage, Microsoft software, electronic books and other topics. Schedule varies. Call (765) 966-8291 or go to www.mrlinfo.org for reservations. Send your upcoming event information to mmartin@palitem.com for consideration for our calendar. Listings are free.
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e’re all a little on edge these days with tense race relations in many quarters, strained police and community relations, and the outline of a mushroom cloud hovering over the culture wars. You wonder who and what will explode next. All of which is why I felt terrible about an incident at a big box home improvement store recently. We were with a handful of the grandkids who had signed up to make a free Mother’s Day craft. We spare no LORI expense for loved BORGMAN ones in this family. If it is free, we will be there. The girls had finished assembling their little wooden planters, or rather they had finished watching adults assemble the planters, and we were ambling out to the garden center so they could pick out little plants for the planters. The 2-year-old wanted to be held. I hoisted her in my arms, but within the length of one aisle it felt like I was carrying a sumo wrestler. I spotted an empty cart and put her in it. She tried to resist, but I stuffed her little legs in and plopped her bottom down. Relief. Free arms once again. Maybe I wouldn’t need back and shoulder surgery after all. And then the husband called my name. He gestured to a man and said, “You just took that man’s cart.” The man looked stunned. I was mortified. Having been the victim of shopping cart theft myself, I would never intentionally take another shopper’s cart. And being that the man happened to be black and I happened to be white sudden-
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ly complicated things in a way they would not have felt complicated even a year ago. These days the world is ripe with tension, innuendo and unspoken implications. Did he think I was some uppity white woman thinking I could do what I wanted and take what I wanted? I apologized profusely and attempted to extricate the 2-year-old from the cart. Naturally, the kid who didn’t want to go into the cart, now didn’t want to get out of the cart. Plus the twins had now plastered themselves to either side of the cart. We were shopping cart squatters, attempting to take something that rightfully belonged to another. “Off the cart, girls! Now!” The man said it was OK, and I said it wasn’t OK. Other shoppers were looking now; we had managed to create a small scene among giant bags of Bug B Gon and Weed and Feed. While I was still attempting to peel three kids off the stolen cart, the man walked over and put his arm around me. He smiled and said, “Happy Mother’s Day.” Kindness. Like a hot knife through butter. For a second, I thought I might burst into tears. Not because of the cart, but because this world is so broken that something like a shopping cart could be ladened with hidden messages and hurt. But the man graciously, and firmly, put an awkward situation to rest with the simple power of kindness. We could use a lot more kindness these days. Thank you, sir, for showing how it’s done.
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law with these words: “No longer will older Americans be denied the healing miracle of modern medicine. No longer will illness crush and destroy the savings that they have so carefully put away over a lifetime.” For 50 years, the Medicare program has provided essential health care services for millions of people who TERESA are age 65 or older, BRACK disabled, or have debilitating diseases. Without Medicare, many people would not be able to pay for hospital care, doctor’s visits, medical tests, preventive services, or prescription drugs. Your Medicare card is the most important piece of identification you own as a Medicare beneficiary since medical providers will request it when you seek their services. If you need to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged Medicare card, you can do it online with a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Requesting a replacement card through my Social Security is safe, convenient, and easy. Going online saves you a trip to your local Social Security office or unproductive time on the phone. Request your replacement Medicare card the easy and convenient way — online — and you’ll get it in the same amount of time as you would if you applied in an office or over the phone — in about 30 days. Fifty years ago, Medicare didn’t have as many options as it does today. As the largest public health program
Contact this columnist at lori@loriborgman.com
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in the United States, Medicare includes four parts to keep you covered: » Part A is insurance that covers inpatient hospital stays, outpatient care in nursing facilities, hospice, and home health care. » Part B includes medical insurance for doctor’s services, medical supplies, outpatient care, and preventive services. » Part C is a Medicare advantage plan that allows you to choose your health care coverage through a provider organization. You must have Part A and Part B to enroll in Part C. This plan usually includes Medicare prescription drug coverage and may include extra benefits and services at an additional cost. » Part D is prescription drug coverage. There is a separate monthly premium for this plan; however, people with low resources and in-
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come may qualify for the Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs from Social Security. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp to see if you qualify. A recent survey to Medicare beneficiaries asked: Why do you love Medicare? One person stated, “It gives peace of mind not only for seniors, but for veterans and disabled as well.” Another satisfied recipient replied, “I most likely wouldn’t be alive today without Medicare.” These are
just two of the millions who endorse Medicare’s half-century strong success story. For more information about Medicare, visit www.medicare.gov. As Medicare celebrates 50 years, Social Security commemorates 80 years. Learn more about Social Security’s 80th anniversary at www.socialsecurity. gov/80thanniversary. Teresa Brack is Social Security manager in Richmond.
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