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CELEBRATING THE RESIDENTIAL PARK COMMUNITIES FOR 65 YEARS

Desert Art Festival Is your one stop holiday and culture shop

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By Alison Elsner

his charming outdoor festival, set against the scenic palm trees and San Jacinto mountains of the Coachella Valley, brings together artists and attendees who look forward to just strolling the artists’ booths or doing some serious collecting. The event showcases 100 artists presenting original work, including paintings in acrylic, oils and watercolors, photography, etchings, sculpture in clay, glass, metal, stone and wood, fine crafts, blown glass, turned wood, semi-precious jewelry, pottery, stained glass and high-quality crafts. Contemporary artisans present unique styles of individually handcrafted functional and decorative pottery, raku, vessels and gourd art. Guests are invited to visit all of the stations to view the works while interacting di-

rectly with the artists. Many pieces are one of a kind, and all works are available for purchase. Presented by West Coast Artists, this cultural display comes along just in time for holiday shopping. Collectors can browse or buy, and creations cover every taste and price point. The experience is all the more appealing knowing that before or after, there are plenty of nearby restaurants, lounges and coffee cafés in the Palm Springs’ Uptown Design District. The Desert Art Festival is held on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking is free. The art festival is located at Frances Stevens Park at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. For more information, call 818-8134478 or visit westcoastartists.com.

An Early Dinner for NYC Subway Riders New York City subway riders were treated to an early Thanksgiving dinner this year courtesy of an anonymous benefactor, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens. The catered affair took place on a Brooklynbound-train-turned-diner chockfull of traditional dishes, including turkey, mashed potatoes and yams. The table was set in one car

of the train, but volunteers made up heaping plates of festive food for all of the riders lucky enough to be on board the Sunday night before Thanksgiving. The 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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WORD SEARCH Gift Ideas for Seniors Most of us don’t need a single thing. We certainly don’t want more cute knickknacks to add to whatever clutter we already have on the shelves. Yet this is the time of year when others think they need to give us presents. Sometimes they’ll ask in advance what we’d like to have, and we can breathe a sigh of relief when they do. So, what do we say when they ask? Here are some thoughts: ANSWER TO WORD SEARCH ON PAGE 9

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Dogs Go for a Joy Ride A Port St. Lucie, FL driver left Max, the dog, alone in his car and as he stepped away the pooch managed to accidentally put the auto in gear and went on a joy ride-- in reverse, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens. Anna Sabol, who lives nearby, watched as the car went round and round in a cul-de-sac for some 30 minutes, coming to a halt when it backed into a mailbox. The unidentified owner of

the vehicle promised to pay for the minimal damage Max caused. But, Ms. Sabol was impressed with Max, telling a reporter for the SunSentinel newspaper: “They should give that dog a license. He drives better than some people I’ve seen on the roads here.”

• Pay for our cable for a couple months. Or pay for our Netflix or newspaper for a whole year. Add a year to a subscription to our favorite magazine or maybe a new one for us to try out. Consider a subscription to a fruit of the month club, or one for coffee or tea. • Spend the afternoon with us sorting a box of photos and scan them for us. Or make us a special photo album of family and grandchildren. Create a 2020 calendar or load a digital photo frame with family photos. Give us a copy of “The Book of Me,” 2nd edition (Peter Pauper Press), an autobiographical journal we can fill out.

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• Be patient: Getting the best shot takes practice. You may need to wait for your pet to sit or lie down in the right spot.

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• Load up our freezer with homemade single-meal dinners. Pay for a trip that the senior center will take, and if extra people are allowed, go with us.

of your pets, even with a smartphone camera:

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• Some things aren’t fancy but can be very useful: a bathtub grab bar, a pill organizer, gift certificates to the places we go (such as movies and dinners out). Install some SnapPower Guidelights, which are wall outlets that double as nightlights -- very handy -- as well as a few of those closet lights.

Dear Paw’s Corner Every holiday, I try to take a nice photo of our two dogs that we can frame. And every holiday, I get a series of terrible, blurry pictures. The dogs move constantly. How do the pros do it? -- Jim H., via email Dear Jim Pet photography really is a skill. I have the same problem myself -- often I’ve seen my pets sitting in just the right pose, framed by the window with the setting sun in the background. But before I can grab my smartphone to snap a photo, they’ve moved, the light has changed, and the magic is gone. Here are a few tips on getting great, natural-looking photos

• Go to their level: Get down on the floor with your pets and bring the camera lens even with their eyes and nose. You will get some intriguing shots. • Wait for pets to settle down, then surprise them: This works best with dogs who respond well to commands. Have them sit or lie down, and once they’re in place and relaxed, call their name just as you take the photo. • Use natural light: Camera flashes reflect off the back of the eye to create the dreaded red-eye effect. Open the window shades to let in as much light as possible. • Be prepared for more than one session: Take photos over the span of a few days -- you’ll get more practice, and your dogs may get more comfortable with the process. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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ACROSS 1. No longer on the market 5. W. African language 9. A way to open 11. A type of pigeon 13. Japanese warrior 15. Pelvic areas 16. No seats available 17. Not working 19. In a way, soaks 21. Growing outward 22. Ritzy local __ Air 23. Telegraphic signals 25. Metric units 26. Large wine cask

27. Fiber from the husk of a coconut 29. Gets up 31. French river 33. Witnesses 34. They make great neighbors 36. The sun does it 38. Used to store ashes 39. First Chinese dynasty 41. Network of nerves 43. Word element meaning ear 44. Metric unit of length (Brit.) 46. Tributary of the Danube 48. Off-limits 52. Appeal earnestly

53. Itâ€™s good to have them 54. Commercial flying company 56. Acted out in protest 57. Took to the sea 58. Cuckoos 59. Drove fast

DOWN 1. Trapped 2. About osmosis 3. Romanian monetary unit 4. Form of Persian 5. Cold wind 6. Leave out 7. Small vehicle 8. A little off 9. Soviet Union 10. A narrow path or road

11. Contrary beliefs 12. One who speaks Gaelic 14. Private school in New York 15. Jackson and Townshend are two 18. Soldier in an airborne unit 20. Taken illegally 24. Capital of Valais 26. Male reproductive organs 28. State capital 30. One with supernatural insight 32. Starts all over again 34. Jai alai arena 35. Star Wars antagonist 37. Freestanding structure 38. The ideal place 40. The extended location of something 42. Made level 43. Distinctive smell 45. Greek goddess of discord 47. Got older 49. Type of monkey 50. Travels to 51. Geological times 55. Edge

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December 12, 2019 • Worldwide, herbivores kill more people than carnivores. • Bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers and laser printers all were invented by women.

1. THEATER: “West Side Story” was inspired by which earlier play? 2. MUSIC: What is the real name of songwriter/rapper Lizzo? 3. SCIENCE: How many people total have walked on the moon? 4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Under whose administration did Spiro T. Agnew serve as vice president? 5. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Chile? 6. ARCHITECTURE: In what decade was the Empire State Building completed?

• It was Polish chess grandmaster Savielly Tartakower who made the following sage observation: “Victory goes to the player who makes the next-to-last mistake.” • Japanese scientists have discovered that the human body emits a very slight, yet perceptible, glow. After using a special camera to study a sample of men in their 20s, they found that intensity of the glow varies, with the lowest point at around 10 a.m. and the brightest at 4 a.m.

8. U.S. STATES: What is the least populous state in America?

• Due to a quirk in the transition from one kind of calendar system to another, nobody was born between Oct. 4 and Oct. 15 in continental Europe in the year 1582.

• Be sure to eat a hearty breakfast before heading out to the airport. Pack a piece or two of whole fruit or a portion of nuts for snacking, and bring an empty water bottle so that you can make it through airport security and fill the bot-

• In ancient Japan, towns would have public contests to see who could break wind the loudest and the longest. Prizes were awarded. • It is possible for a fetus in the womb to get hiccups. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

• If you’re like me, social situations can be a nightmare of trying

tle when you are at the gate. Being hydrated and having healthy snacks will make your travel experience more pleasant.

7. ADVERTISING: What was the name of Honey Nut Cheerios’ mascot?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What was the name of Dick and Jane’s dog in reading books used in schools in the mid-20th century?

• In 1743, a hand-operated elevator was installed in the palace of Versailles. Louis XV used it to visit Madame de Chateauroux, his mistress.

-- and usually failing -- to remember the names of all your new acquaintances. The next time you find yourself struggling to name the person you’re conversing with, you can always segue into this interesting tidbit: The inability to remember names is technically known as anomia.

• “Print a physical copy of your travel itinerary, including flight numbers. Stow a copy inside a secure spot in your luggage so that if it gets lost, you’ll be easy to find. I like to put mine inside the zippered net bag that’s attached to my suitcase.” -- E.L. in Ohio • “For large gatherings, borrow what you need from local

friends and family. That includes chairs, servingware, place settings, silverware and linens! Most people are happy to help.” -- R.R. in Alabama • “We have a large family, and when we all get together at the holidays -- or anytime -- we share a screenshot of our itinerary in a group text as we make plans. This way, we can try to group up for pickups from the airport or car rentals.” -- C.A. in Oregon

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version was made with Drew Barrymore (also one of the producers with Leonard Goldberg), Cameron Diaz and Lucy Liu as the “Angels” with Bill Murray as BosWhen Warner Brothley, Sam Rockwell, ers produced “Joker,” Tim Curry and John the top-grossing RForsythe (as “Charrated film of all time, lie”). The film cost $93 they were certain it million and earned was a one-shot film $264 million. That with no sequels. Even prompted a sequel in the producers admit, 2003 with Barrymore, “Joker was not set up Diaz and Liu, along to have any sequels, so Joaquin Phoenix in “Joker” with Crispin Glover, no sequels were in de- Photo coutesy of Warner Bros. Bernie Mac as Bosley, velopment.” But after Demi Moore, Justin a month in release and well over Theroux, Shia LaBeouf and $1 billion in box-office receipts, John Forsythe. The sequel cost you’d better believe they’re talk$120 million and grossed $259 ing sequels. That clever guy, million. Bradley Cooper, produced the Fast-forward to last month, film with Todd Phillips (who when the new “Charlie’s Angels” wrote and directed) and Emma (without Leonard Goldberg Tillinger Koskoff. Joaquin as a producer) opened with KrisPhoenix, who is sure to receive ten Stewart, Naomi Scott and his fourth Oscar nomination for Ella Balinska. Kristen Stewart his performance as the Joker, just became a star because of “The Twibegan shooting an untitled Mike light Saga,” however, her next 10 Mills project film, shrouded in films, mostly low-budget, were secrecy, with Gaby Hoffmann. box-office failures. Elizabeth Banks wrote/co-produced and diIn 1976, producer Leonard rected the film, in addition to playGoldberg (and Aaron Spelling Bosley (the wife of John Bosing) built the TV series “Charlie’s ley, played by Patrick Stewart). Angels” around Kate Jackson, Since John Forsythe has passed then cast Jaclyn Smith and fiaway, the voice of Charlie is by nally an unknown unpolished Robert Clotworthy. Unfortuactress/model, Farrah Fawcett. nately Kristen Stewart and this noThe three stars spent as much star cast couldn’t sell tickets and time in front of full-length mirthe film, which cost $75 million, rors on the set as they did with has earned less than $50 million. their scripts. The show hit big and ran for five years. In 2000, a film (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER ON PAGE 9

damage and landing in jail. Nation became famous for carrying a hatchet and wrecking saloons, and sold souvenir hatchets to help fund her anti-alcohol activities. On Dec. 28, 1793, British-born American revolutionary Thomas Paine, author of “Common Sense,” is arrested in France for treason, having been tried in absentia and convicted. Paine was imprisoned in a former palace, where he had a large room with windows and catered meals. On Dec. 24, 1851, a fire sweeps through the Library of Congress and destroys two-thirds of Thomas Jefferson’s personal literary collection. Jefferson had sold his personal library of 6,487 books to Congress after the British burned the Congressional library in 1814.

* On Dec. 29, 1915, the French National Assembly passes a law formally ceding the land that holds the British war cemeteries to Great Britain, ensuring that its saddest and most sacred monuments would be forever protected. On Dec. 26, 1946, infamous gangster Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel opens his Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas. The grand opening was a flop, however, and the casino lost $300,000 in the first week. The hotel was named after Siegel’s girlfriend, whose nickname was “The Flamingo” because of her red hair and long legs.

On Dec. 23, 1888, Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, suffering from severe depression, cuts off the lower part of his left ear with a razor. He later documented the event in a painting titled “SelfPortrait with Bandaged Ear.”

On Dec. 25, 1962, “To Kill a Mockingbird,” a film based on the novel by Harper Lee, opens in theaters. The Great Depressionera story of racial injustice and the loss of childhood innocence is told from the perspective of a young Alabama girl named Scout Finch.

On Dec. 27, 1900, prohibitionist Carry Nation smashes up a bar in Wichita, Kansas, causing extensive

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Al Pacino as Jimmy Hoffa in “The Irishman”

Q: What happened to the game show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire”? Will it ever return? -- J.A. A: “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” debuted 20 years ago with huge ratings in prime time with host Regis Philbin. It then went on to become a weekday syndicated show in 2002 with various hosts over the years, beginning with a long run by Meredith Viera followed by Cedric the Entertainer, Terry Crews and Chris Harrison. Alas, it was canceled in May 2019 and at this time there are no plans to revive it. According to Slate.com, “At its peak, ‘Millionaire’ was more popular than ‘Monday Night Football.’” This was, of course, the original prime time version. I think the show just needed a break and could be a big hit again. Perhaps a network will bring it back for occasional special events or for a full season in the summer months instead of a daily syndicated program. In the meantime,

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keep an eye out for reruns on cable or one of the streaming services, as old episodes also might be available in the future. Q: Is Al Pacino still acting? I see Robert De Niro all over the place, almost too many movies, but I hardly see Pacino in anything anymore. -- K.Y. A: Al Pacino does seem to be more selective in the films he accepts roles in, but I have a feeling you’re going to like his most recent one. He’s currently playing Jimmy Hoffa in the Martin Scorsese film “The Irishman,” which recently was made available on Netflix after a brief run in theaters. Coincidentally, De Niro also is in the movie as a World War II veteran turned hitman. Now we’ll just have to see if the Academy takes notice and rewards them with more Oscars for their mantles. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

Windsor Chair The Windsor chair was introduced in England in the late 17th century, and it was about 50 years later, around 1730, that the first American Windsor chairs were made in Philadelphia. The American makers created different styles of Windsors. They all had a shaped wooden seat made of a single thick piece of wood, spindles used for a back and perhaps arms. There were splayed legs that were inserted into holes in the seat. The Windsor gradually changed into a captain’s chair with no spindles and a low back. Windsors were made of several types of wood chosen for properties like strength for the legs, pliability for the top of the back, and easy carveability for the seat. Then they were painted a single dark color. If there is a hole in the seat, the chair probably was converted to a potty chair. Rocking chairs can be early chairs with added rockers or 18th century chairs made with original rockers. You can tell by the way they are attached. There are tips to telling the age and origin of an authentic chair. An English chair will have a splat in the back and may use cabriole legs. It has a lower back than an American chair. Older American chair seats are about 18 inches

There was an old note found taped to the bottom of this birdcage rocker when it was put up for sale at a James Julia auction. It traced the chair back to a Massachusetts woman who was hung as a witch.

from the floor; later ones are lower, about 16 to 17 inches. The number of spindles in the back is a good gauge of age: The more there are, the older the chair. Nine spindles is a very old chair. The chairs are named for the shape of the back. This is a birdcage Windsor with rockers that may have been added. It was made in the early 19th century in Massachusetts. The auction estimate at a James Julia sale was $500 to $700. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Holiday Bars Size Determines Risk of Aneurysm Rupture Dear Dr. Roach My boyfriend recently was diagnosed with an aneurysm. The report says the abdominal aorta is 3.02 cm in largest dimension and recommends screening every six months. Do we need to see a cardiologist for a second opinion? Is there medication to help? -- B.S. Answer The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body. It comes directly off the left ventricle of the heart and supplies blood to the entire body. It may become enlarged either in the chest (a thoracic aneurysm) or in the abdomen. Abdominal aortic aneurisms are more common in men, especially over 65, and smoking is the biggest risk factor. There are contributing familial conditions as well, such as Marfan syndrome.

Most people have an abdominal aorta that is no bigger than 3 cm, so your boyfriend is just barely over the cutoff. His risk for rupture, the dreaded complication of an AAA, is negligible at this size. I agree with the screening recommendations, and would advise tobacco cessation if he smokes, regular moderate exercise and control of blood pressure if high. Seeing a cardiologist would be very reasonable: Your boyfriend could get personalized advice on risk reduction. Although aspirin and statin drugs may have a benefit, the evidence for it is weak. Most experts do not recommend them unless there are other indications for taking them. (c) 2019 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

• 1 (8-ounce) can reduced-fat crescent rolls • 1 (8-ounce) package fat-free cream cheese • 1 egg or equivalent in egg substitute • Sugar substitute to equal 1/3 cup sugar, suitable for baking • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips 1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray a 9-by9-inch cake pan with butter-flavored cooking spray. Unroll and pat half of the crescent rolls into prepared cake pan. 2. In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese with a spoon until soft. Add egg, sugar substitute and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine. Stir in walnuts. Pour mixture evenly into cake pan. Pat remaining crescent rolls flat, being sure to seal perforations and carefully arrange over top of filling. 3. Bake for 25 minutes. Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips over top and continue baking for 5 minutes. Place cake pan on a wire rack and allow to cool completely. Cut into 16 bars. Makes 8 (2 bars each) servings. (c) 2019 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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Expanded Access to Exchange, Commissary If you have an Exchange or commissary near you that you haven’t been able to use, that might change soon. Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, the Department of Defense is expanding the list of those eligible to use all the services: Exchanges, commissary, and morale, welfare and recreation locations on bases. The new list includes Purple Heart recipients, former prisoners

of war, veterans with service-connected disabilities and those who are the primary family caregivers of eligible veterans. While you’ve been able to shop the Exchange online since 2017, now you can go to the brick and mortar locations. To use the facilities, you’ll need to present your Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC). It will need to specify your eligibility status. (This is not the same as your Veterans Identification card.) Caregivers will need to show their eligibility letter, which was mailed from the Office of Community Care. Note that you’ll be dinged a small amount if you use a credit or debit card. If you prefer to shop online or if you don’t have a VHIC (but are otherwise eligible), go to shopmyexchange.com. You’ll pay no

taxes on purchases, get special deals and free shipping if you use your Military Star Card. If you don’t have an Exchange account, click Take the First Step in the upper right corner and check your eligibility. (You need to use your Star Card at least once every 12 months to protect your accumulated points.) To get all the details, go online to read the factsheet at www.militaryonesource.mil/expandingaccess. Click Download File to get the full FAQ. Read carefully the fine print on eligibility, especially about the VHIC. You don’t want to drive a long way to the commissary and then discover you can’t get on the base or aren’t eligible. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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