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David Feherty’s live show delivers sharp wit and irreverent style Live Off Tour on Friday, April 13 By Alison Elsner
How do you describe the offbeat antics of David Feherty? The New York Times called him “a cross between Oprah Winfrey and Johnny Carson.” With a sharp wit and irreverent style, the professional golfer turned golf analyst, talk show host and sports broadcaster has made a name for himself as one of the
most hilarious and irrepressible personalities in golf. Feherty is most well known for his shows on the Golf Channel, interviewing such guests as Phil Mickelson, Condoleezza Rice, Mark O’Meara, Darius Rucker and dozens of others. Of Feherty’s live, one-man show, Golf Digest said, “Uncensored and unhinged, and worth the price of admission. It really was
stupendous.” Feherty has said, “I have also worked as an analyst, commentator, author, raconteur, columnist, bipolar alcoholic and addict. The last two aren’t technically ‘jobs’ but I was just too successful at them to consider myself an amateur, and by declaring them as careers there are certain tax benefits.” By no means should anyone
feel that knowledge of golf is a pre-requisite. This show will make you laugh. David Feherty Live Off Tour takes the stage at the McCallum Theatre on Friday, April 13 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The event will be held at the McCallum Theatre located at 7300 Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert. For concert tickets call 760-340-2787 or visit mccallumtheatre.com
ENTERTAINMENT
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Check out this week’s calendar listings to get your weekend started.
Aztec Chili adds hint of Cocoa.
The Spats, Just like Cats & Dogs, They’ll do it every time.
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Music and Dining Under the Stars featuring The Chris Compton Trio, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Offering extravagant buffets, exclusive wines, and top-notch live music, set into the majestic vistas provided by the outdoor Lakeview Terraces and Clubhouse. Additionally, Wine Sommelier will be invited to curate wine pairings. Desert Willow Golf Resort, 38995 Desert Willow Drive, Palm Desert. desertwillow.com
David Feherty, 7:30 p.m.: With a sharp wit and irreverent style, the professional golfer turned golf analyst, talk show host and sports broadcaster has made a name for himself as one of the most hilarious and irrepressible personalities in golf. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. mccallumtheatre.com
Opening Reception and Book Signing with famed photographer Hugh Holland. Known for his Los Angeles street scene photographs of skateboarders, Holland’s latest exhibition showcases his intrigue with the Hispanic and Gay cultures through the photographer’s lens. Free event, 5 to 7 p.m., with small bites and beverages. Books will be available for purchase. Gallery500 is located inside The Five Hundred, 500 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. the500ps.com
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival – Weekend 1: This annual three-day music and arts festival features many genres of live music including rock, indie, hip hop and electronic dance music played at several stages, as well as art installations and sculptures. This years headliners include The Weeknd, Beyonce and Eminem. Empire Polo Club, 81800 Avenue 51, Indio. coachella.com
Ken Jeong, 8 p.m.: The actor, producer and writer known for his scene stealing abilities has established himself as one of today’s top comedic stars. In May of 2009, Jeong appeared as the Asian-mobster “Mr. Chow” in the sleeper-hit comedy “The Hangover.” Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Ramcho Mirage. hotwatercasino.com
Paquita La Del Barrio, 8 p.m.: She began her career in Mexico City where she succeeded in gaining popularity with live performances filled with her songs about courage, pride and social stigmas. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. spotlight29.com
Music of Michael Jackson, 8 p.m.: The event will present Michael’s music spanning a 40 year career...including selections from the Jackson 5 all the way up to his recently released movie “This Is It!” the band leads the audience through an amazing catalog of material that has audiences out of their seats dancing and singing to all of the tunes that they know so well. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. mccallumtheatre.com
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as well as gems that you may not know. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. mccallumtheatre.com
Andy Martin Quintet: Come out and enjoy world-class jazz music at the Jazz for Jazz lovers concert series. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. petecarlsonsgolf.com
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Boston Pops, 8 p.m.: A Tribute to John Williams: You’ll hear classic favorites from the movies,
Cabaret Sundays Series, 2 p.m.: Ter Gallagher perfoms “A Woman Of A Certain Age.” Celebrating the wit and wisdom of how women in the prime of life are improving with age and how society sees them. Joel Baker on piano. Arthur Newman Theatre, 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert. lesmichaels.com
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Jennifer Holliday, 8 p.m.: The Tony and Grammy award-winner shot to national stardom when she was cast in “Dreamgirls,” playing the role of Effie. Her iconic performance won her the Tony, Drama Desk and Theater World awards for Best Actress in a Musical. Annenberg Theater, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. tickets.psmuseum.org Los Lobos and Los Lonely Boys, 8 p.m.: These Grammy Awardwinning bands are joining forces and bringing their distinctive and
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Sixty-three year old Texan Anna Henry has been playing to flute for more than a half-a-century. She even played for the doctors and nurses gathered around her at Houston’s Texas Medical Center while she lay on an operating table during brain surgery, says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. The surgeon was implanting tiny electrodes to deal with a condition “Es-
sential Tremors,” which interfered with every day activities, including Ms. Henry’s musical hobby. The operation doctor had her play her flute to show that the operation was a success and would allow her to use her hands without shaking. Association of Mature American Citizens (www.amac.us) provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
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Now Here’s a Tip
Senior News Line
By JoAnn Derson
By Matilda Charles
￭ Don’t throw toads out of your garden! There’s hardly a better pest-control method than these good old-fashioned bug eaters. Toads can eat hundreds of bugs a week, and they don’t cost a dime. They are a gardener’s good luck! ￭ “How to never have cloudy ice tea: Brew tea bags in hot water; steep for 4-5 minutes and remove bags to cool. Mix to taste with room temperature water and let the whole business cool down before you put it in the fridge.” -- J.G. in Alabama ￭ To clean your car’s cup holders, use this sneaky trick: “Find a large cup that just fits inside the holder. Slip it down inside a sock, and then spray the bottom of the sock with all-purpose cleaner. When you put the sock-covered cup in the cup holder, it can get down in there and scrub off the gunk.” -- R.E. in Texas ￭ “To get rid of mineral deposits or hard-water stains in your toilet, try dropping two AlkaSeltzer tablets in a flushed toilet and letting them bubble and sit overnight. In the morning, scrub with a toilet brush and flush until clear.” -- G.K. in Pennsylvania ￭ Peeling a boiled potato? Drop it quickly in an ice bath, and the skin may just slip right off! If you prep peeled potatoes, be sure to keep them submerged in water and add a tablespoon of white vinegar to keep them from browning. ￭ It’s hard to measure out sticky substances like honey or molasses when you’re using a measuring cup. They cling to the inside, and you’re never sure that you added the right amount. The next time you’re cooking with something sticky, spray the inside of the measuring cup with cooking oil. It will slide right out. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Don’t Pay Twice
AARP, known as the American Association of Retired Persons, the organization set up to protect the interests of seniors, is coming under fire for sending us too many renewal notices. And it’s true. My own AARP membership expires every August. Yet, beginning in February, I start getting renewal notices every few weeks. The big problem is that too many seniors see a bill in the mail and immediately write a check. In the face of continual renewal notices, it’s possible that we can send AARP (and others) multiple checks every year. Even worse, we can end up with multiple AARP accounts, and pay on all of them. Here’s an idea: In a small notebook that you keep handy (maybe in a kitchen drawer or where you sit down to write monthly checks), keep a list of expiration dates. Consult that list every month. If your credit card is due to expire in October, you’ll know when to start watching the mail for its replacement. If your car inspection sticker expires in July (especially if you live in a state that doesn’t mail notices), make a note to get it taken care of ahead of time. Check magazine mailing labels. The expiration date will be right on them. Because important things do get lost in the mail, here are a few more things to note on your list: property taxes (if you don’t pay them with your mortgage), any quarterly payments, bank box fee, ending period for any discount you’re getting on your Internet service or zerointerest credit card, furnace or HVAC inspection, last date to sign up for something important ... and so much more. Once you start using a list like this, you’ll wonder how you managed without it. © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.
Trio Restaurant This downtown favorite just keeps getting better
By Charlie Price Let’s use the “spring happy hour” as a springboard here, too. It is safe to say that at Trio, every day is happy. Owners Tony Marchese (General Manager) and Mark VanLaanen (Executive Chef) don’t shy away from perks. There’s Trio’s 3-Course Prix Fix Happy Hour (at $19.95, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and the other Trio Happy Hour bar side where $3 Well Drinks, $8 Premium Drinks and Martinis, and $5 Bar Bites are all for the taking between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Consider Trio’s Stick Up, a passionate if not potent creation featuring Death Door’s Gin, Lemonade, El Corazon Puree and Mint alongside a remarkable Soy Ceviche—the combination of edamame, tofu, tomato, cucumber, avocado, ci-
lantro, onion, sriracha, lime and tortilla chips is as potent as it is ingenious. Full meals require hearty appetites. An extensive appetizer menu competes with entrees so exquisitely thought out it warrants a call home to mother. (House-made Meatloaf or Tazmanian Ocean Trout, anyone?) What we love: The Frequent Eaters card—1 point earned for every dollar spent; $10 reward for a 140 points. TRIO Restaurant is located at 707 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. The restaurant is open Monday-Thurday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with daily happy hour from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit triopalmsprings.com for more information.
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5th Annual National Preservation Month Celebration and Symposium Presented by Palm Springs Historic Site Preservation Board The City of Palm Springs Historic Site Preservation Board will present its 5th Annual National Preservation Month Celebration and Symposium, “How Did Hollywood & World War II Influence Palm Springs History & Architecture” on Sunday, April 15. Registration and check-in begin at 1 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, followed by a lecture and panel discussions. Event highlights include a 2 p.m. keynote speech by Sara Jane Stone, editor of Atomic Ranch Magazine, entitled “How Did World War II Influence Architecture & Design” followed by a 2:30 p.m. panel spotlighting Palm Springs history and architecture, featuring local architect
Hugh Kaptur, Palm Springs realtor Nelda Linsk, local resident Barbara Foster and architectural historian Sidney Williams. The panel will be moderated by Renee Brown from the Palm Springs Historical Society. In addition, local resident, singer and guitarist Trini Lopez will be the symposium’s Guest of Honor. Following the remaining program presentations, nine historic home tours will be available for interested participants to enjoy throughout the City’s historic neighborhoods. The event is free, but reservations are required. To sign up, visit palmspringsca. gov and go to Planning and then Historic Resources.
He didn’t have a ghost of a chance “I think I am going to cry!” That’s what Constantin Reliu said when a Romanian court declared him officially dead, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. When 63-year-old Reliu returned home from a 20-year stint as a cook in Turkey recently he discovered that his wife had had him declared dead. So he went to court
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to “get his life back.” But the court would not overturn his death certificate. The judge said it was too late. He’s broke, so he doesn’t have the funds for an appeal, says the Associated Press. Association of Mature American Citizens (www.amac.us) provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
‘The Bakers Dozen’ Improve Comedy Troupe Performs Spring show at Theatre 29 The Bakers Dozen, Theatre 29’s wildly successful Improvisational Troupe will take the stage for their second show of the 2018 season on April 14 with the 2018 reformed troupe. What will happen? Anything and everything! One thing is for sure, their hijinks will be hilarious. The troupe will take suggestions from the audience as a source of inspiration to get started. With their new, top notch cast of improvisers and special guest artists, the players will take the audience through a series of hysterical improvisational games where
anything can happen (and usually does). Director Chris Fleischman, with assistant directors Katie Fleischman and Graham Cooley, will be joined on stage by Cindy Daigneault, Lisa Goldberg, Charles Harvey, Rebecca Havely, Cody Joseph, Kevin Myers, Marty Neider, Kurt Schauppner, and Lyle Williams. Ticket prices are greatly reduced with General Admission at $10, Military, and Seniors $7 and $5 for students with ID. Reservations can be made online at theatre29.org and located at 73637 Sullivan Road in the City of Twentynine Palms.
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WORD SEARCH Religious Directory † BERMUDA DUNES
† LA QUINTA
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 40840 Washington Street, Bermuda Dunes, 855-474-0101, lds.org
Cornerstone Covenant Church 78150 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta 760-771-9888, cornerstonehome.org
Congregation Beth Shalom 79733 Country Club Drive, Bermuda Dunes, 760-200-3636, congregationbethshalom.net The Garden Fellowship 79733 Country Club Dr, Bermuda Dunes, 760-360-0686, thegardenfellowship.com
† CATHEDRAL CITY Apostolic Assembly of Faith 69009 Dinah Shore Drive, Cathedral City, 760-321-2077 Glory of God Ministries 67399 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760-321-5222, glorytogod.org
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BrainTeaser What is the proper collective noun for a group of baboons? SEE ANSWER ON PAGE 15
Hosanna City Church 35688 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, 760-327-1451, hosannacitychurch.org Korean Presbyterian Church of Palm Springs 38088 Chuperosa Lane, Cathedral City 760-770-4268
† COACHELLA Islamic Society of Coachella 84650 Avenue 49, Coachella 760-398-7609, cvmosque.com Our Lady of Soledad Catholic Church 52525 Oasis, Coachella 760-398-5577, ourladyorsoledad.org Pentecostal Church of Phila 84542 Avenue 49, Coachella 760-398-2204
La Quinta Christian Fellowship 50800 Calle Paloma, La Quinta 760-564-9195, lqcfchurch.org Family Heritage Church 78998 Miles Avenue, La Quinta 760-345-0355, familyheritagechurch.com Shadow Rock Church 79390 Highway 111, La Quinta 760-771-0101, shadowrockchurch.com
† PALM SPRINGS Ajalon Baptist Church 433 West Tramway Road, Palm Springs 760-325-0313, ajalonbaptistchurch.org Desert Chapel 630 South Sunrise Way, Palm Springs 760-327-2772, desertchapel.org First Baptist Church 588 Rosa Parks Road, Palm Springs 760-325-2650, firstbaptistpalmsprings.org Church of St. Paul in the Desert 125 West El Alameda, Palm Springs 760-320-7488, stpaulsps.org Palm Springs Presbyterian Church 815 South Camino Real, Palm Springs 760-320-2769, pspresby.org Palm Springs Seventh-Day Adventist Church 620 South Sunrise Way, Palm Springs 760-327-5112, palmspringsadventistchurch.com
† PALM DESERT Calvary Chapel Palm Desert 73251 Hovley Lane, Palm Desert 760-568-9058, calvarychapelpalmdesert.com
† DESERT HOT SPRINGS
Hope Lutheran Church 45900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert 760-346-1273, hopelutheran.church
United Methodist Church 66735 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs 760-329-5528, umcdhs.org
Champion Life Church 72745 CA-111, Palm Desert 760-835-3700, thechampionlife.org
First Baptist Church 66272 First St, Desert Hot Springs 760-329-5335, fcbcdeserthotsprings.org Christian Center 66511 8th St, Desert Hot Springs 760-329-5076, christiancenterdhs.org
† INDIAN WELLS Southwest Church 44175 Washington Stree, Indian Wells 760-200-2000, southwestchurch.com
† INDIO Apostolic Church of Indio 46601 Vargas Road, Indio 760-342-4199, apostolicchurchofindio.com First Baptist Church 82490 Dr. Carreon Blvd., Indio 760-342-6299, firstbaptistindio.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 81870 Avenue 48, Indio 760-775-3611, lds.org Coachella Valley Christian Church 50100 Jackson Street, Indio 760-347-1229, cvchristianchurch.com Las Palmas Community Church 47783 Monroe Street, Indio 760-347-0051, laspalmascc.org
The Journey Baptist Church 43400 Warner Trailer, Palm Desert 760-345-8505, journeypd.com Palm Desert-Oasis SDA Church 74200 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert 760-568-0809, adventistfaith.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 72960 Parkview Drive, Palm Desert 760-837-0437, lds.org
† RANCHO MIRAGE JPL Bible Church 39001 Monterey Avenue, Rancho Mirage 760-346-7474, jplbiblechurch.com Saint Garabed Armenian Apostolic Church of the Desert 38905 Monterey Avenue, Rancho Mirage 760-773-2155, aacod.org Victory Christian Center 34500 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage 760-328-3313, victorychristian.org
† THOUSAND PALMS Hope Community SDA Church 31145 Plantation Drive, Thousand Palms 760-408-5998, hccsda.org Faith Community Church 31130 Plantation Dr, Thousand Palms 760-902-9287, faithcommunitychurch.us
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Recipe of the Week
Kitchen Diva By Angela Shelf Medearis
￭ 1 tablespoon dried oregano ￭ 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher salt ￭ 1/4 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika ￭ 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ￭ 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ￭ 2 bay leaves ￭ 2 (15.5 ounce) cans no-saltadded black beans, rinsed and drained
AZTEC CHILI ADDS HINT OF COCOA
I absolutely love all things chocolate! I particularly enjoy using cocoa in savory dishes from barbeque spice rubs and sauces to pots of fiery black-bean chili. The story of chocolate begins with cocoa trees that grew wild in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin and other areas in Central and South America. The Maya Indians and the Aztecs recognized the value of cocoa beans hundreds of years before cocoa was brought to Europe. It was the Maya Indians, an ancient people whose descendants still live in Central America, who first discovered the delights of cocoa as long ago as 600 AD. The Mayan people lived on the Yucatan Peninsula, a tropical area in what is now southern Mexico, where wild cocoa trees grew. At first they harvested cocoa beans from the rainforest trees, then cleared areas of lowland forest to grow their own cocoa trees in the first known cocoa plantations. A drink called “chocolatl” -made from roasted cocoa beans, water and a little spice -- was their primary use, but cocoa beans also were valued as currency. An early explorer visiting Central America found that four cocoa beans could buy a pumpkin; 10 could buy a rabbit. Because cocoa beans were valuable, they were given as gifts at ceremonies such as a child’s coming of age and on religious occasions. Merchants often traded cocoa beans for commodities such as cloth, jade and ceremonial feathers. Mayan farmers transported their cocoa beans to market by canoe or in large baskets strapped to their backs. Wealthy merchants traveled further, employing por-
Optional garnishes: avocado, chopped parsley or cilantro, shredded or crumbled cheese, sour cream
ters to carry their wares, as there were no horses, pack animals or wheeled carts in Central America at that time. Some ventured as far as Mexico, the land of the Aztecs -- introducing them to the much-prized cocoa beans. The Aztecs were an ancient nomadic people who founded a great city in the Valley of Mexico in 1325 -Tenochtitlan. “Chocolatl” was consumed in large quantities by the Aztecs as a luxury drink. The Aztec version of this much-prized drink was described as “finely ground, soft, foamy, reddish, bitter with chilli water, aromatic flowers, vanilla and wild bee honey.” Because of the dry climate, the Aztecs were unable to grow cocoa themselves, so they obtained supplies of cocoa beans from trade or “tribute,” a form of taxation paid by provinces conquered by the Aztecs. By the time the Spanish invaded Mexico in the 16th century, the Aztecs had created a powerful empire: Their armies were supreme in Mexico. Tributes in the form of food, cloth and luxury items such as cocoa beans flowed into Tenochtitlan. When the Spanish defeated the Aztecs, they
destroyed much of Tenochtitlan and rebuilt it as Mexico City, the capital of modern-day Mexico. The legacy of the highly civilized and sophisticated Aztecs remains, however, in the form of their indigenous language, Nahuatl -- which is still spoken by more than 2 million people -- their archaeological ruins and extraordinary temples and cities, skilled and sensitive art, an advanced calendar, and their inventive use of cocoa beans.
AZTEC CHILI ￭ 1 tablespoon olive oil ￭ 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20) ￭ 2 medium-large yellow onions, chopped ￭ 1 large green bell pepper, chopped ￭ 6 large cloves garlic, minced ￭ 1 (28-ounce) can crushed, fireroasted tomatoes ￭ 1 cup water ￭ 1 1/2 tablespoons instant espresso powder ￭ 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar ￭ 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder ￭ 2 tablespoons ancho or regular chili powder
1. Heat the oil in a 5-quart pot over high heat. Add the beef, onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cover the pot and cook until the meat is browned, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Add the crushed tomatoes (with juices), water, espresso powder, brown sugar, cocoa powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper and bay leaves. Cover the pot and bring up to a boil, then turn the heat down and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in the beans during the final 3 minutes of cooking. 3. Serve topped with garnishes. Makes 6 servings. TIP: You can freeze this fabulous chili in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Angela Shelf Medearis is an awardwinning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro. com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva! on Facebook. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis
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Strange But True By Samantha Weaver • It was Edna St. Vincent Millay, a playwright and the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for poetry, who made the following observation: “A person who publishes a book appears willfully in public with his pants down.” • I don’t know who studies such things, but those who do say that over the course of a lifetime, you’ll probably spend about three years in the restroom. • Despite numerous arrests and trials, famed 19th-century outlaw Frank James was never convicted of anything and never went to prison. He died in 1915, at the age of 72, of natural causes. • In Germany in the 1500s, a court physician by the name of Oswaldt Gabelthouer wrote a medical book full of remedies that he guaranteed would be effective. For insanity, the patient must cut his or her hair close to the head, then tie two halves of a ram’s liver to the head. A severe case of epilepsy, he claimed, could be cured
if the patient wore the right eye of a wolf and the left eye of a she-wolf on a thong about the neck for three months; also, the patient had to forgo bathing during that time. There’s no mention in the record at hand of how a patient would go about redeeming the guarantee. • When groups of shrimp end up with too few males to sustain the population, some of the females turn into males. • If someone called you a “mumpsimus,” would you be flattered or insulted? It seems that the appropriate reaction would be to take offense. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a mumpsimus is “a stubborn person who insists on making an error in spite of being shown that it is wrong.” Thought for the Day: “Calamities are of two kinds: misfortunes to ourselves, and good fortune to others.” – Ambrose Bierce (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.
Beachcombers make a find It happened recently in Ponte Vedra, FL. A woman and her son were looking for conch shells and as they walked the beach, they came across a shipwreck that appears to be a hundred or more years old, according to the Association of Mature American
Citizens [AMAC]. Sherriff’s deputies were seen guarding the 47-foot wreckage, as archaeologists studied it in attempt to find out its origins and to recreate a 3-D model of the ship before moving it to a museum. Filler Files: www.amac.us
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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. SCIENCE: What vitamin did scientist Linus Pauling advocate as having health benefits when taken in high doses? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Where is Arlington National Cemetery located? 3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: How many children did President Franklin Roosevelt and first lady Eleanor Roosevelt have? 4. TIME & MEASUREMENTS: If the military hour is 1600, what is the time to civilians? 5. ASTRONOMY: What was the first planet to be discovered using the telescope? 6. THEATER: Who wrote the 20th-century play “Private Lives”? 7. GAMES: What color is the No. 1 ball in billiards? 8. MOVIES: What kind of creature is Thumper in the Disney movie “Bambi”? 9. TELEVISION: What was the name of the club where husband Ricky worked on the show “I Love Lucy”? 10. GEOGRAPHY: What is the world’s largest active volcano? © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 13
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Social Security Matters
“Ask Rusty” - Why the big deal about COLA increases? Dear Rusty: Seems like everyone makes a big deal out of the annual Social Security increase. The way I see it, why bother? For the 2017 benefit year my wife's Social Security increased by .03% but her Medicare increased by 3% for a net gain of 0 dollars. My Social Security increased by the same .03% but my Medicare increased by 5% for a net gain of 0 dollars. For the 2018 benefit year my wife's Social Security increased by 2% but her Medicare increased by 17% for a net gain of 0 dollars. My Social Security increased by the same 2% but my Medicare increased by 22% for a net gain of only $8.10 (.005%). Why does the government even bother with all these changes since the end result is that you net out no increase or just a small fraction of the actual increase? Makes no sense to me. Thanks for your column. I enjoy it. Signed: Disillusioned Dear Disillusioned: I must say I fully appreciate your point; I too received none of the 2017 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and only a small part of the 2018 increase. And although I know it’s very little consolation, millions of others like us are in the same boat. What it boils down to is that healthcare costs (thus Medicare Part B premiums) are rising more than, and faster than, the inflation index used to compute Social Security COLA increases. Social Security and Medicare are two entirely different programs and,
even though Medicare premiums are usually automatically deducted from Social Security payments, this is done as a convenience. The Medicare premium deducted from your Social Security benefit goes directly to Medicare, not to Social Security. Think of it this way: If you paid for your Medicare Part B premium separately rather than by a deduction from your Social Security benefit, for years you would have been paying Medicare the full Part B premium amount, which was more than you have been paying via deduction from your Social Security benefit. This is because there’s a rule which states that your Social Security benefit can’t go down because of a Medicare premium increase, and many of us (including me) were paying an artificially lower than normal Medicare premium. But the same law which says that your Social Security benefit can’t go down also says that any increase in your Social Security benefit can be used to bring your Medicare premium up to, or closer to, the standard Part B premium amount ($134 per month in 2018), and this is why so many of us have seen all or most of our COLA increases going to Medicare. Note too that the COLA increases we are seeing in recent years (or not seeing in the case of 2010, 2011 and 2016) have been much lower than in years past because inflation has been so low for so many years (at least as measured by the Consumer Price Index). So while I share your frustration,
I hope that since we’re both now paying the full Medicare Part B premium each month via Social Security, that perhaps next year we’ll be able to get the full amount of any Cost of Living Adjustment that is made to Social Security. That is, of course, if there is a COLA increase and also if there is no increase in the Medicare Part B premium (and the latter is doubtful). In case you missed it, here’s a link to an article I recently wrote about this whole situation: http://socialsecurityreport.org/ ask-rusty-cola-medicare-premiumsand-the-hold-harmless-provision/. The information presented in this article is intended for general information purposes only. The opinions and interpretations expressed are the viewpoints of the AMAC Foundation’s Social Security Advisory staff, trained and accredited under the National Social Security Advisors program of the National Social Security Association, LLC (NSSA). NSSA, the AMAC Foundation, and the Foundation’s Social Security Advisors are not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Government, the Social Security Administration, or any other state government. Furthermore, the AMAC Foundation and its staff do not provide legal or accounting services. The Foundation welcomes questions from readers regarding Social Security issues. To submit a request, contact the Foundation at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org, or visit the Foundation’s website at www. amacfoundation.org.
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Pet of the Week “Pet Rescue”
Pippa: Chihuahua, Young, Female Hi, everyone–I’m Pippa and I’m about 3 years old. I’m a mostly-white Chihuahua/Doxie mix–also known as a ‘Chiweenie.’ I weigh about 9/10 lbs. I was found on the street and some kind person brought me to Pet Rescue. I feel so lucky to be here with volunteers who give me lots of love. I love getting lots of love and I’m so happy that I’m kissing everyone’s faces!! I am a gentle soul and everyone keeps telling me how sweet
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and mellow I am. I’m a good girl and I get along very well with other dogs and people. Many people have said that I’m a sweetheart–I smile when I hear that because it makes me feel so special–look at my second picture above to see my beautiful smile. I’d be forever grateful and the happiest dog in the world if some kind, special person like you adopted me! I’d love sitting in your lap and filling your face with kisses. Please visit me to see how pretty and sweet I am. I’d really like to meet you because I think we’d make a great team! It’d be a win-win situation for us both! I’m spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date with vaccinations. Hope to see you soon. –Xoxo Your Precious Pippa
SUDOKU
Photo Credit: Brian Monroe www.coachellapetrescuecenter.org 83-496 Avenue 51, Coachella
The game is ‘no sweat’ for this new pro athlete Artreyo Boyd won the honor of becoming the NBA’s first draft pick at a competition held in New York recently. But, points out the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC], he won’t need to exert himself on the basketball court, although he will need mental stamina. Boyd was selected for
the NBA 2K League, the first professional e-sports basketball league in the U.S. Boyd’s online handle is Dimez, he hails from Cleveland and the sedentary cager is a whiz kid on a computer. By his own admission, Dimez plays video games “every day, all day” and is a phenom on a virtual court.
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SALOME’S STARS WEEK OF APRIL 9, 2018 BORN THIS WEEK: Your strong belief in justice, along with your leadership qualities, help you protect the rights of others. ARIES (MARCH 21 TO APRIL 19) Rumors of a change in the workplace could make you a mite uneasy about going ahead with implementing your ideas. Best advice: Ignore the talk and proceed as planned. TAURUS (APRIL 20 TO MAY 20) Everyone has an opinion on how to handle a recent business suggestion. Thank them for their advice. Then go ahead and follow your own fine instincts. GEMINI (MAY 21 TO JUNE 20) While home is your main focus this week, new issues in the workplace need your attention as well. Take things step by step. Pressures ease in time for weekend fun. CANCER (JUNE 21 TO JULY 22) Be less rigid when handling a relationship problem. You might believe you're in the right, but try to open your mind to the possibilities of facts you're currently not aware of. LEO (JULY 23 TO AUGUST 22) Leos and Leonas run at a hectic pace throughout much of the week. But by the weekend, the Lions' Dens become a purrrfect place for you Fine Felines to relax in. VIRGO (AUGUST 23 TO SEPTEMBER 22) Change is favored early in the week. This should make it easier for you to reassess your plans for handling a troubling professional relationship. Good luck. LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 TO OCTOBER 22) A suggestion from a colleague could give your professional project that longneeded boost. Meanwhile, someone close to you still needs your emotional support. SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 TO NOVEMBER 21) Before complying with a colleague's request, check to see that the action benefits all, not just one person's agenda. Continue firming up those travel plans. SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 TO DECEMBER 21) Your social life is on the upswing, and the only problem is deciding which invitations to accept. Enjoy yourself before settling down for some serious work next week. CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 19) With your creative aspects on high, you might want to restart your work on that novel or painting you put aside. Your efforts will bring a surge in your self-esteem. AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 TO FEBRUARY 18) While you're generous with others, be sure you're not overlooking your own needs. Take time to assess your situation and make adjustments where necessary. PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 TO MARCH 20) Being applauded for your achievement is great. But watch out that you don't start acting like a star. It could lose you valuable support with your next project. Š 2018 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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Soap Updates By Dana Block The Bold And The Beautiful A celebration ensued when Ridge was released from jail. Eric and Wyatt both wondered where the investigation stood now -- and if there was an attempted murderer among them. Thorne stated that Ridge's absence proved that Forrester Creations could do just fine without Ridge as CEO. Hope was honest with Liam about her true feelings. Brooke agreed with Steffy about being angry at Bill for his false accusations, but reminded her that they still needed to find out who really shot Bill. Thomas and Sally shared some big news with the Forresters. Steffy gave Liam a thank-you kiss for helping to free her father. Justin pressed Bill for more details about the shooter. Wait to See: Thorne meddles in Katie and Wyatt's affairs. Days Of Our Lives Laura and Gabby battled for control of Abigail. Chad and Stefan played a high-stakes chess match. As Lani's world unraveled, Eli offered to be there for her and the baby. Steve adjusted to life without his vision. Fearing that she was losing her mind, a desperate Abigail turned to Marlena for help. As Chad pressed him for answers, Stefan finally revealed the identity of the mystery woman. Paul and Will grew closer, while Sonny got to know Leo better. Justin had to scramble when he realized that he messed up with Adrienne. Kayla relayed some bad news about Lani's baby. Steve delivered a stern warning to Stefan after meeting him for the first time. Jennifer and Eric shared a romantic evening together. Marlena met "Laura." Wait to See: Vivian takes the next step in her plan to bring down her enemies. General Hospital Maxie felt smothered. Lulu got the encouragement she needed. Spinelli prepared to leave. Alexis offered some words of caution. Peter manipulated a situation to his advantage. Griffin was conflicted.
Eileen Davidson stars as "Ashley" on "The Young and The Restless." Photo by Michael Larsen.
Jason worried about Elizabeth. Nina looked to Curtis for advice. Nathan's actions were finally recognized. Peter demanded answers. Anna got the help she needed. Michael worked to preserve his family's legacy. Carly and Bobbie reminisced. Ava couldn't help herself. Franco was terribly shaken. Elizabeth and Jake inadvertently put themselves in harm's way. Drew showed a softer side of himself. Wait to See: Mike's condition worsens. The Young And The Restless Hilary gloated to Lily about spending the night with Devon. Abby met Arturo at the GCAC and was quickly charmed by him. Nick snapped at Sharon when she tried to get him to open up to her. He later apologized, but she was still irked by their previous exchange. Later, Mariah asked Sharon about her true feelings for Nick. Simone visited Devon at the office, and Lily decided she would concoct a scheme to push them together. Ashley and Abby struggled with the validity of a family secret. Ashley contemplated sharing the news with Jack, but Abby warned her of the consequences. Nick found himself more comfortable opening up to Phyllis rather than Sharon. Wait to See: Kyle presses Dina to reveal her secret. (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.
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WordSearch Answer
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Trivia Answers 1. Vitamin C 2. Arlington County, Virginia 3. Six, although one died in infancy
4. 4 p.m. 5. Uranus 6. Noel Coward 7. Yellow
8. A rabbit 9. Tropicana 10. Hawaii’s Mauna Loa Š 2018 King Features
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