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Jewish Family Services has aging and caregiver services that are the best in Bexley Get the most out of life through our Life to the Fullest program adults while giving Jewish Family Sertheir caregivers vices is a 108-year-old more time, peace of community-based mind and options organization whose to care. mission is to strengthen Aging and individuals, families and Caregiver Support the community. We are services are proan organization rooted vided by licensed in a rich history of Jewish social workers who values. We help individuoffer case manageals of all races, ethnicities ment, consultation, and religions in the two friendly volunteer most important aspects visitors, referrals of their lives: family and and linkage, counwork. Through a unique seling and supcombination of mental portive planning for health and workforce independent living development services, we and service navigahelp people and families tion for caregivers. become stronger. Jewish Family Services Jewish Family At Jewish Family Serprovides guidance, support Services will provide vices, we use a personcustomized services centered approach to and education to local tailored to meet tailor our services to meet families. the unique needs the complex needs of the of the individual individuals and families and the family in order to address the who come through our doors. Our goal challenges that our aging seniors are has always been to provide the necesexperiencing. We will develop an Indisary supports and skills to empower a vidual Services and Safety Plan to meet person and families to create a vibrant, the spectrum of needs expressed by the connected and sustainable community. senior and their caregivers. At Jewish Family Services, we provide To learn how you can get the most high-quality services to older adults out of life, call today (614) 231-1890 or and their caregivers by providing guidvisit www.jfscolumbus.org. ance, support and education. We aim to strengthen the quality of life for older
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Bexley grad brings smiles home (MS) in craniofacial biology. It’s been nearly two While at USC, Dr. Golden years since a Bexley conducted research that was graduate brought smiles published in the Journal of back to the community in Clinical Orthodontics. which she grew up. Cheryl Dr. Golden is an advocate for B. Golden, DDS, MS education in both the public graduated as valedictorian and professional communities. from Bexley High School She is often asked to speak at in 1995 and opened local schools, dental society Golden Orthodontics at Cheryl B. Golden, DDS, MS meetings and local study 3015 E. Main Street, here clubs. Golden Orthodontics in the Bexley area, in is also a proud sponsor of August of 2012. local community events and sports At Golden Orthodontics, Dr. Golden programs. and her staff go above and beyond In addition to treating adolescents, to deliver service and care that Dr. Golden enjoys working with exceeds patients’ expectations. both adult and pediatric patients, The practice offers a warm, inviting, sequencing treatment using an patient-focused environment, interdisciplinary approach, maximizing where patients and their families are aesthetic outcomes, as well as caring always welcome! for patients with craniofacial anomalies This patient-focused practice and those with special needs. She philosophy and dedication to creating passionately believes that everyone beautiful smiles have contributed to deserves a beautiful, confident, healthy Dr. Cheryl Golden being chosen by her smile. peers and fellow colleagues as one of Dr. Golden is accepting new the best orthodontists in Columbus! patients! To schedule an initial, Dr. Golden will be featured in the July complimentary consultation at Golden 2014 “Best Dentists” issue of Columbus Orthodontics, call (614) 235-4800 or Monthly magazine. visit goldenorthodontics.com. Dr. Golden attended The Ohio State The American Association of University for both her undergraduate Orthodontists recommends that a child and dental education, and graduated should see an orthodontist around Summa Cum Laude from The OSU the age of seven, unless a problem is College of Dentistry in 2001 with her evident earlier. Most children do not Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). need treatment at this age. However, During dental school, Dr. Golden was there are specific indications for one of 20 dental students nationwide treatment at this young age, and having selected for a research internship at an evaluation by Dr. Golden – at no the National Institute of Health (NIH). charge – will determine if and when She then completed a three-year the most appropriate time would be to orthodontic residency at the University initiate treatment. of Southern California in Los Angeles, as well as received a Master’s degree
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Best of Bexley | Thursday, July 10, 2014
Students and families love Columbus Dance Theatre The school of Columbus Dance Theatre accepts students at age 3 and trains aspiring dancers for careers in dance in a supportive, student-centered environment. The CDT school is a professional training school affiliated with CDT’s nationally recognized professional company. CDT students have gone on to careers with professional companies, gained acceptance to outstanding University programs, and have been accepted to the following schools and Summer Intensive programs: The Juilliard Summer Intensive, ABT, The School of American Ballet, LINES Ballet, The Joffrey Summer Intensive, Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Chautauqua Summer Dance Institute, North Carolina Dance Theatre, Cincinnati Ballet, and Boston Ballet. With its satellite location in the Bexley Square shopping center, Columbus Dance Theatre affords Bexley residents the very best in dance training right in their own community.
Hear what our students and Bexley families are saying about CDT: “Columbus Dance Theatre is where balance of mind, body and soul is nurtured and a love of dance is shared from the heart.” — Lynn Gyurcsik. Mother of ITP student Ava Gyurcsik “The School of Columbus Dance Theatre is my second home. I love being part of this special family.” - Hannah Dolen, age 14 “We feel so fortunate to have discovered CDT for our daughter seven years ago. Not only has she developed wonderful skills as a dancer, but she has learned the values of commitment, discipline and collaboration, all of which she will take with her into her future.” - Marty Ross-Dolen, mother of student at the School of CDT “CDT teaches your feet how to dance but more importantly your heart dances too.What makes CDT special? All are welcome. The most important quality you need is the desire to dance.”
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Buying local benefits the environment, too Buying local has many benefits. But while consumers may know that buying local helps grow the local economy by supporting local business owners and creating jobs, they may not realize the positive impact that buying local can have on the environment as well. Eco-conscious consumers often go to great lengths to ensure their money is being spent in an environmentally friendly way. But one of the easiest ways to be an ecofriendly consumer is to support local businesses, which tend to benefit the environment in a variety of ways. • Shopping locally reduces the environmental impact of your purchases. When buying from a large national chain store, chances are the products you’re purchasing were produced outside of your local community, oftentimes halfway across the globe. That means those products had to be shipped to reach the store shelves in your community. Such shipping leads to greater
fuel consumption and air pollution. But local businesses often buy their supplies from other local businesses, cutting down on shipping and, as a result, benefitting the environment. • Local businesses often operate from the center of town. Local businesses typically need less space for their stores, which allows them to set up shop right in the heart of town as opposed to on the town’s outskirts. That makes local businesses more accessible to community residents, who might be able to walk or take a short bike ride to smaller, local businesses. On the contrary, larger chains tend to diversify their offerings and, as a result, need more space. This often pushes them to the fringes of towns, eliminating the possibility of walking to the store. That means consumers will have to drive to the store, increasing their fuel consumption and their carbon footprint as a result. • Shopping locally employs
your neighbors, reducing their carbon footprints as well. Another benefit to shopping locally that’s often overlooked is the impact it can have on your neighbors’ carbon footprint. Local businesses often employ members of the community, which translates to shorter commutes, less highway congestion and less fuel consumption. So while shopping locally reduces your carbon footprint, it’s also helping members of your community reduce their own potentially negative impact on the environment. • Shopping locally can protect local wildlife. Many people prefer to buy locally grown foods because they feel such foods are fresh and buying locally-grown foods reduces fuel consumption. Those things are true, but buying locally grown foods also can help protect local wildlife. When local farms can afford to stay in operation, local farmers are far less likely to sell their lands to developers. That can help protect the habitats of local wildlife.
We invite you… to relax We frequently use the term burnout when describing the way we feel. Day by day, we put our mind and body under more stress than ever. Multi-tasking has become the new norm and now, even multi-tasking is much more intense! Our fast-paced lifestyle, poor diet, lack of exercise and high stress levels can lead to a build up of toxins in the muscles. Our bodies cannot release the toxins as a result, and build up occurs. The toxins become stagnant in the muscles, which will begin to harden, decreasing flexibility, leading to everyday aches and pains, insomnia and stress. Massage is a wonderful healing tool which uses manipulation of soft tissues, such as muscle and fascia which can help alleviate many of these symptoms. The toxins are gently released into the bloodstream, delivered to the organs of elimination where they are removed from the body. When we’re free of pain, we’re more likely to engage in a healthier lifestyle! Touch Therapy, LLC offers the most therapeutic environments for the ultimate relaxation! Each studio features an environment sure to soothe and take your mind off of the stressors of your day. We offer two studios to serve you. Bexley: 2691 E. Main St., Bexley, 43209 and West Columbus: 4488 W. Broad St., Columbus, 43213. Call us today for more information at (614) 237-6373 or (614) 851-4442.
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Exploring the amazing health benefits of reading It can be hard for some people to pick up a book when there are so many distractions at the ready. But while books might not be as flashy as the latest must-have gadget, they can provide benefits that might surprise even the most avid readers. In addition to the intellectual benefits of reading, indulging in a good book can also boost physical health. According to Ken Pugh, PhD, president and director of research at Haskins Laboratories, which is devoted to the science of language, when a person is reading “parts of the brain that have evolved for other functions connect in a specific neural circuit for reading, which is very challenging.” Just like muscles in the body, the brain benefits when it is pushed beyond its normal abilities, and reading is a great way to push those limits. But the benefits of reading do not stop there. Reading can help reduce stress, benefitting the body in numerous ways. A 2009 University of Sussex study found that turning to a good book can be an effective relaxation strategy when things become too stressful. Reading fiction can stimulate the imagination and distract a person from the stressors in everyday life. Choosing a humorous or uplifting story can boost mood and help people relax, particularly when reading before bedtime. Reading can help men and women get a better night’s rest. People who are accustomed to reading books before going to bed actually train their mind and
body for relaxation. Picking up a book can send signals that it is time to settle down and get ready for sleep. Health experts often recommend developing a sleep routine to people who struggle to fall asleep at night, and reading for 30 minutes before bed each night can be an integral part of such routines. Research has shown that reading and engaging the brain in other ways, such as through intellectual games and puzzles, can stave off dementia. These activities stimulate the cells in the brain to grow and connect, increasing the power of brain tissue. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, keeping the mind active through reading can strengthen connections between brain cells and build up brain cell reserves. Mental activity might even generate new brain cells. All of these factors can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. According to a paper from researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, reading can stimulate the brain to produce more white matter. White matter works together with gray matter and is responsible for sending sensory and motor stimuli to the central nervous system to stimulate a response. Healthy white matter keeps the central nervous system working effectively and may reduce risk of learning disabilities as well as impaired motor functions. The educational benefits of reading are widely known. But reading also provides a host of other benefits.
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The hottest day in recorded history is July 10, 1913, when temperatures soared to 134 F at Furnace Creek, Calif. in the area known as Death Valley. In July of 1913, the area was enduring an especially scorching heat wave, as temperatures exceeded 125 F for more than a week straight. By July 10, the temperature peaked at 134 F, a temperature that was measured at a weather observation post at Greenland Ranch. Interestingly enough, the high for the day was just one degree cooler than the thermometer at Greenland Ranch was capable of measuring. Though Death Valley still holds the distinction it earned on that especially hot day in July of 1913, for much of the 101 years since it was not officially recognized as the record holder thanks to an erroneous report of a 136 F degree day in Libya in 1922. That error, which was blamed on the inexperience of the weather observer and outdated equipment, was eventually corrected by the World Meteorological Organization in 2012.
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Straub recognized as one of the Top 1,000 Sales Associates for the first quarter of 2014 May 2014
Bruce G. Zipf President & CEO NRT LLC
Dear Sheila,
Let me be the first to congratulate you on an outstanding performance that ranks you among the NRT Top 1,000 Sales Associates for the first quarter of 2014 — a distinction that places you in the top 3% of all sales associates nationwide! Looking back, the first quarter will be largely remembered for the extreme winter that affected most of the country and our industry in particular. The fact that you “weathered” the literal storms, in addition to other challenging market conditions, is a testament to your resilience and professionalism. Your ability to adapt and serve clients’ real estate needs, whatever the business climate, makes you the type of leader worthy of recognition. On behalf of the entire NRT family, please accept our thanks and admiration. Having started 2014 on such a positive note, you’ve got a chance to make this year truly special. I wish you the best of luck and I look forward to celebrating your many future contributions. Thank you again for helping make NRT the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company. Sincerely,
Bruce Zipf
Sheila Straub is the TOP Individual Listing, Closing and Selling Agent in the Bexley Office.
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Welcome to Kensington Place If you or someone you know is looking to make a great retirement even better, then Kensington Place, the top choice among Columbus retirement communities, is for you! At Kensington Place, our retirement community members enjoy an all-inclusive lifestyle that features award winning dining, spacious and well-appointed senior apartments, and a host of fitness, hobby and leisure areas designed for carefree senior independent living. And this is all available with no large up-front entrance fee. Schedule a tour today, and you’ll discover 126 finely appointed senior apartments, the award winning cuisine of the Wellington Dining Room, a big
screen theater room, an art studio and so much more! Kensington Place is surrounded by lush landscaping and a beautiful park-like setting near the heart of Columbus, Ohio. It’s no wonder many active seniors who want to live an extraordinary retirement consider us one of Ohio’s best places to retire! There are so many ways Kensington Place will make an active retirement even better that you simply must visit us. When you do, you’ll understand why we say, Kensington Place: A great place to call home! Call (614) 252-5276 or visit us online at www.kensingtoncolumbus.com to schedule a no-obligation tour today!
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Unique gift idea creates a great workplace for local deaf Keepsake Theme Quilts (KTQ) is a nonprofit company that has been in business in Bexley for more than 16 years. Aside from making beautiful, high-quality quilts from customers’ t-shirt collections, KTQ is constantly working to achieve their mission to provide a workplace where deaf and hard of hearing individuals can communicate free from communication barriers. KTQ was founded in 1998 with one deaf seamstress, and has grown to 23 deaf and hard of hearing, skilled seamstresses and “Your work is of the highest quality and the social production assistants. mission in inspirational and admirable. Keep up the Working to preserve memories instilled fantastic work!” in customers’ t-shirts – KTQ Customer, June 2014 into quilts that can be KTQ’s unique work environment. She treasured for many years was given an opportunity to work and to come, the staff credits their success to their supportive customers that often began showing her true potential. Five praise the quality of their work and refer years later, Shonna has been promoted to office manager where she manages more customers to KTQ. all 23 employees. Many of KTQ’s employees felt Shonna is one of many examples isolated in their previous work of the great potential and success environments, often being the only that KTQ sees daily. KTQ’s observant Deaf employee at their company seamstresses have countless years of with hearing coworkers that tended sewing experience and skills that shine to get frustrated and bored of trying through with the beautiful products to communicate writing back and that they make. KTQ Staff welcomes forth on paper. Shonna Collins felt all visitors to their facility located at alone working the 3rd shift at K-mart 563 S. Dawson Ave. stocking boxes when she heard about
Exquisite Tudor estate 140 Park Drive - $3,995,000
room, multiple terraces surrounded by lovely gardens, and in-ground pool with well-appointed pool house all canopied Marilyn Vutech by century-old trees. and Jeff Ruff (614) 255-0600 Vutech-Ruff.com realtors@ vutech-ruff.com
Exquisite Tudor estate situated on 3.43 lush acres overlooking Wolfe Park. Rooms are grand in scale with handsome detailing including gorgeous moldings and crowns, fabulous fireplaces, and richly appointed windows offering spectacular views of the grounds while flooding the home with streaming sunlight. Every aspect of this gracious home leaves nothing to be desired — all done with the absolute finest finishes while remaining sensitive to the home’s architectural heritage. Details include four-car carriage house with guest quarters, massive garden
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Classic brick Georgian on one of Bexley’s finest streets! Stunning finishes in this open floor plan including hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings with extensive moldings, and gourmet island kitchen with Carrera marble countertops & stainless steel appliances. Open family room offers custom built-ins highlighted by a wall of French doors leading to the gorgeous yard. Spa-like master retreat features tasteful marble & granite appointments in the attached bath. Finished third floor offers large open area for playroom, guest quarters, or family space. In-ground pool and stone patio surrounded by pristine landscaping and mature trees all on a 3/4 acre lot. Featured in the April edition of Columbus Monthly magazine, this is truly an exquisite property. Call Kate Giller 614.580.8904 Kate.giller@herrealtors.com www.vutech-ruff.com
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Capital University transforms lives through higher education At Capital University, you’ll find yourself in a close-knit community of learners who expect academic rigor, experiential learning, intellectual energy and critical inquiry. For more than 180 years, we have embraced our mission of transforming lives by providing a quality, values-based educational experience grounded in the university’s Lutheran tradition. Regardless of your major, we want you to study what you love and love what you study. We want you to make a difference. As a Capital student, you’ll fulfill your passion and make an impact on the greater good – each tiny ripple of influence becoming a wave of positive change that all started right here, with your decision to attend Capital. Since our founding in 1830, Capital University’s mission has been one of transforming lives through higher education in which we: • Provide for personal growth by encouraging, enabling and celebrating learning; • Prepare individuals to be knowledgeable, independent, critical thinkers – educated for lives of leadership and service
in an increasingly diverse society; • Inspire individuals to be morally reflective, spiritually alive and civically engaged. In short, Capital University prepares each of our 3,600 students to change the world — through both their pro-
fessional lives and personal service. We want them to make a difference. We expect them to fulfill their passion and make an impact on the greater good. The oldest university in central Ohio, Capital prepares a diverse student body for life and work through undergraduate and graduate curricula that
balance the principles of liberal and professional education. Built on a solid foundation of academic skills, students learn to think critically, reason logically, and communicate clearly. As independent, lifelong learners, Capital University students discover their capacity for leadership and service to their
community and world. We believe intellect is best developed when it’s exposed to education inside and far from the classroom. That’s how we engage the community in the pursuit of lifelong learning. Capital offers undergraduate and graduate degrees from the Conservatory of Music and School of Communication; School of Humanities; School of Management and Leadership; School of Natural Sciences, Nursing and Health; School of Social Sciences and Education; and the Law School. Our undergraduate students choose from more than 60 majors, 50 minors, and a variety of pre-professional programs that prepare students for a variety of careers and graduate study in the health professions, law, seminary, business, public administration and international affairs. Capital is committed to hands-on learning and primary research at the undergraduate level and the opportunity for students of all majors to study abroad. Capital consistently is ranked among the top 20 percent of regional universities in the Midwest by US News “America’s Best Colleges.”
IT’S TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT YOUR FUTURE. Traditional Undergraduate program Adult Degree Completion program Graduate Business, Law, Music and Nursing programs
CAPITAL UNIVERSITY. Proud to be a member of the Bexley community since 1876.
Post-degree programs including Teacher Licensure, Nurse Educator, Kódaly, TESOL, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, Paralegal, Legal Nurse Consultant and Life Care Planner
English as a Second Language www.capital.edu 236-6101 Undergraduate 236-6996 Adult and Graduate
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Home Savings adds the personal touch to mortgage lending By DEB HERMAN Home Savings Advertising Director Shopping for a home mortgage can be confusing. Most banks have very similar rates and fees, so what should you look for when choosing a mortgage lender? “Look for a real person, someone you can connect with,” said Rick Baylor, Area Sales Manager for Home Savings & Loan. “A lot of banks today don’t even offer you a personal meeting, just a phone call or email contact. That’s what makes Home Savings so special,” he explained. Home Savings has been in this market for about 10 years with a mortgage office in Worthington, initially working mostly with builders and their clients. “But now we’re growing more into the consumer market, focusing on reaching out to individuals looking for a mortgage that’s not only competitively priced, but also competently managed by an experienced loan officer with a personal touch,” said Baylor. The bank’s loan officers will meet with customers at their convenience … evenings, weekends, whenever and wherever is good for the customer. “Like most other banks, Home Savings offers the convenience of applying online, but if you want to meet with a loan officer that option is always open,” said Baylor. Of course Home Savings offers loans for purchases and refinances, but the bank does offer a couple of programs that are unique. The bank has a construction/permanent mortgage product that allows for one loan closing; the construction loan converts to a
regular mortgage upon completion of the home. “We have discovered that our program is somewhat unique; not too many banks offer construction/ perm loans now,” Baylor explained. “And, qualified applicants can get a really low down payment, lower than most other mortgage loans.” Home Savings has a special FirstTime Buyers Program, too. The program offers low down payments (which can be gifted to the borrower), no mortgage insurance costs and no income restrictions. “This program makes it affordable for someone who’s still renting to become a homeowner,” said Baylor. As far as offering that personal touch … there are two experienced loan officers serving residents of this area. Todd Primmer and Linda Tempesta can be reached at Home Savings’ Worthington office via phone or email, or through the bank’s web site. Home Savings Columbus Mortgage Loan Center (614) 841-9740 HomeSavings.com/ MortgageLoansColumbus
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State-of-the-art mobility equipment for senior rehabilitation at Wesley Ridge Retirement Community Wesley Ridge Retirement Community, located in Reynoldsburg, is the only retirement community in central Ohio to have the new AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill® for residents who are recovering from neurological and orthopedic related injuries or require exercise which may not be available due to pain or instability. Advanced technology in the treadmill offers the capability to unweight the user which can help seniors in the daily activities such as bathing, dressing or getting up from a chair. This type of therapy can also reduce stress on the joints and injured areas of the lower body, while getting patients back on their feet to a better quality of life. Rehabilitation Therapies at Wesley Ridge will be able to provide a way to safely improve functional mobility and overall health of their senior community.
AtlerG® is researching technologies and applications from their exclusive NASA-patented Differential Air Pressure unweighting technology used in their Anti-Gravity Treadmills® and Bionic Legs. Their products are being applied to shorten recovery times, reduce injury and improve mobility for patients. Wesley Ridge Retirement Community is a division of Methodist ElderCare Services in central Ohio and is leading the movement for aging in our community.
2225 Taylor Park Drive Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 (614) 759-0023 www.WesleyRidge.com
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Terri Barnett knows your Bexley market Terri Barnett, Realtor and co-owner of RE/ MAX Main Street is actively working to serve Columbus real estate buyers and sellers. Partnering with her husband and Broker, Richard Barnett, Terri has been consistently closing homes for happy home owners in the Bexley, Berwick, Eastmoor market for over 10 years. Customer care and satisfaction are always her chief concerns. She is known for her honesty, integrity and warm sincerity. Terri focuses all her efforts on serving her clients, giving them the benefit of her 30+ years of practiced marketing and negotiating skills. And she does this with the utmost care to abide by a code of ethics and with moral integrity. “Customer service and communication are key to keeping my clients in the loop in every aspect pertaining to the purchase or sale of their home. I utilize the latest technology to communicate with all parties and to publicize the properties I list.” For your next real estate deal — Terri Barnett
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We’ll take care of them … At Bexley Animal Hospital, we are excited to be a new member of the Bexley community. Our focus is providing quality, affordable veterinary care for clients and their pets in the Bexley, Eastmoor, Berwick and surrounding East Side communities in a friendly, professional and courteous way. We are a full-service animal hospital, complete with medical, dental and surgical facilities, including laboratory and radiology services. Our focus is on preventative care and providing the best quality care and information to our clients for the health and quality of life of their pets. We will always help our clients find a reasonable, cost-effective solution for their ongoing medical care needs. Please stop by any time for a personal tour of our brand new facility. Like us on Facebook to be kept up to date on all of our promotions and events! 500 N. Cassady Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43209 (614) 947-7671 www.bexleyanimalhospital.com
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How to grill the perfect burger Could any food be as simplistic and delicious at the same time as a patty of beef on top of a crusty bun, served with lettuce, tomato and your choice of condiments? Burgers are the go-to item for barbecues, campouts, fast-food meals and late night trips to the diner. A juicy burger can satisfy so many cravings in one sitting. If ever there was a recipe to master, it would be grilling the perfect burger. Though barbecued burgers may seem easy to make, all too often burgers are botched by a few mistakes. But don’t worry, burger mastery is within reach if you follow these simple tips. • Begin with fresh meat. Freshly ground meat will produce the best flavor. If you are unsure when the packaged ground beef was made, ask the butcher or someone in the meat department of the super-
market to grind you up a fresh batch. Otherwise, use a food processor or an attachment on a stand mixer to grind the meat yourself. • Fat has flavor. If you’re going to indulge in a burger, make sure it has a fair amount of fat content. Fat helps keep the burgers moist and juicy. Make sure the fat content is about 18 to 20 percent of the mix. This helps to guarantee flavorful burgers. • Keep the meat cold. Chilled burger patties will firm up and hold their shape better during cooking. Leave the premade patties in the refrigerator until the last minute. Keep patties on ice if you will be cooking burgers in batches. • Don’t overhandle the meat. Compressing the meat and handling it too much can lead to dry, dense burgers. Avoid tough meat by handling it as little as possible. Keep
your hands wet while shaping the patties so they’ll come together easily. • Oil up the grill. A clean, well-oiled grill prevents burgers from sticking during cooking. • Make sure the grill is super-hot. The goal is to cook
burgers over high heat and fast. This is achieved with a very hot grill. It may only take three to five minutes per side to cook the burgers, depending on the thickness of the patty. • Flip only once. Wait until the burgers have been grilling for a few minutes and release
How to check your deck for problems Summer party season is in full swing, and that means scores of people will be relaxing with family and friends on their decks. But such gatherings are only as fun as they are safe, and responsible hosts and homeowners must inspect their decks for signs of trouble before hosting their first summer soiree. Deck inspections can be relatively simple, especially for those homeowners whose decks are newly built or recently refurbished. But even a new deck should be inspected to ensure the safety of all who will be spending time on the deck in the months to come. The following are a few tips to help homeowners spot trouble spots on their decks. • Check the wood. Split or decaying wood is a trouble spot that will need to be addressed. Such wood may feel spongy or break off without splintering, and those things are indicative of rot. Another sign of trouble to look for with regard to the wood is whether or not it has any holes. Holes may be a symptom of insect infestation, which can
Homeowners should periodically inspect their decks for signs of wear and tear to ensure their safety and that of their friends and family members. compromise the safety of the deck over time. • Inspect the ledger board. The ledger board is a weight-bearing board that connects the deck to the house. Over time, the gap between the ledger board and the house may widen. In such instances, simply tighten the bolts. When inspecting the ledger board, examine the flashing that surrounds it. Flashing prevents the buildup of moisture that causes rot, and when there is an issue with the flashing, it’s often notice-
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able because mud and debris has become stuck between the flashing and the exterior wall of the home. Clear any such debris and then seal the overlapping areas with caulk. • Inspect support posts. Support posts should be firmly connected to the beams below the deck floor. Loose connections between the support posts and beams should be tightened, and replace any bolts that need replacing. • Inspect the surface. The elements can be harsh on a deck, so inspect the surface to ensure there is no buildup of mildew, power washing any areas where mildew has started to accumulate. Different deck materials may need certain types of cleaners, so consult with the company who built your deck or speak to a local home improvement specialist to determine which type of cleaning solution
your deck needs. Once the deck has been power washed, allow it to dry before applying any additional layers of finish. • Ensure railings are not loose. Grasp and shake the deck’s railings to ensure none are loose and all provide ample support for anyone who will be enjoying the deck. Balusters are the short pillars or columns that run perpendicular to the railings and the walking surface of the deck, and these should also be checked to ensure they are not loose. Youngsters may lean against the balusters when relaxing on the deck, so it’s imperative that none are loose. Deck inspections ideally should be performed in spring before homeowners host their first get-together, and if any problems are discovered, everyone should steer clear of the deck until those issues have been addressed. Metro News Service
easily from the grill grate. Flip them over and allow them to cook a few minutes more. This helps keep the juices inside the meat and prevents your burgers from turning into burnt hockey pucks. • Resist the urge to squash the burgers. Pushing down on the burgers with the spatula will only force the juices out. If you want dry burgers, press them down. If you want nice, juicy burgers, step away from the spatula. • Allow the burgers to rest. Take the burgers off the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes so that all of their juice redistributes through the patty. Toast your hamburger buns and then serve the burgers with your favorite toppings. Dig in and enjoy your efforts, as well as the compliments from other diners. Metro News Service
Fun ways to be a fit family While eating a diet that is low in fat and high in whole-grain fiber, vegetables and lean proteins is important, exercise remains one of the key factors in maintaining a healthy weight. However, many adults and children simply do not get enough exercise during the day. An active lifestyle is often hampered by the prevalence of digital devices or sedentary jobs that encourage more screen time than fitness time. But there are ways for the entire family to get fit. Exercising together is a great way for families to get healthy and spend time together. Try these suggestions: • Tackle chores. Yes, tasks around the house can count as exercise. Working together not only gets you moving but also cuts down on the time it takes to tackle tasks around the house. Mowing the lawn, vacuuming the rugs, sweeping the floor — all of these activities can get the heart pumping. Make it fun by setting chores to music or competing against one another to see who gets their task done first or the best. • Compete in the pool. Swimming is a lowimpact activity that works many muscles in the body. Taking a dip in the pool can be both relaxing and beneficial to your health. Compete with family members to make the most of the time spent in the water. Host relay swimming races, see how long each member of the family can tread water or create any other competitions that keep everyone in the pool moving. • Create an outdoor obstacle course. Set up a series of obstacles in your yard and host your own triathlon. You can jump through tires, climb through tubes and scale trees. Make it fun by having adults try to ride tricycles or pair up an adult with a child for sack races. The opportunities for fun are only hampered by your imagination. • Go for family bicycle rides. Traverse your neighborhood or blaze new trails by riding bikes together. Young children can be strapped into trailers that are pulled behind the bike or ride in seats attached to the bike itself. This gives everyone a chance to enjoy the great outdoors and hone their cycling skills. • Go hiking. Hiking is another fun family activity that also happens to make for great exercise.
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Helen Ricaurte: Authentic and genuine real estate services
On the cover From left, Emma Teal, 5, and her brother Leo, 4, cheer for their dad at the start of Monty's 5K for the Playground Saturday May 10, 2014. John Teal finished second with a time of 17:25, and Emma will start at Montrose Elementary in the fall. (Photo by Eric George, ThisWeekNews.com)
Self-motivation and determination are two driving forces behind one of the most patient, easy going, sincere and genuinely ‘nice’ Realtors that Columbus, Ohio is fortunate to have within its midst. Helen Ricaurte, Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker King Thompson, has accomplished and continues to achieve amazing results by representing the seller, buyer or both. She has sold 48 homes in 2013, and these outstanding results place her within the NRT Top1,000 sales associates for the third quarter of 2013. This distinguished achievement places her in the Top 3% of NRT’s 41,000+ Sales Associates. Helen’s secret recipe to her success is simple and practical, “I am not pushy and I treat others as I wish to be treated.” Helen’s knack for numbers helps her perform the mathematical and numerical side of the business; whereas, her authentic and genuine character have created her success. In 2013, Helen ranked Top 5% of over 81,000 agents worldwide in the Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Award. Helen attended Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio, with a concentration in accounting and received her BA in Management/ Finance from Capital University in 1998. Helen proudly joined Coldwell Banker King Thompson in 2004. Buyers who are relocating to the Columbus market have become a very strong niche that Helen has been extremely successful in assisting. Taking the initiative upon herself, Helen created an extensive relocation guide to help the newcomer
understand the Columbus market. It is not uncommon for Helen to be waiting for her clients as they arrive at the airport. She is a welcoming committee, comHelen Ricaurte munity spokesperson and tour guide … all rolled into one! Clients quickly realize that Helen is knowledgeable about the local markets, savvy about real estate and confident that she will provide a smooth transaction for the buyer. “I have a wealth of resources to help with all aspects of the moving experience. My clients often comment, ‘You know the nicest people!’” Helen also represents sellers in marketing their property and selling it for the highest possible price under the best terms available. Providing A+ service along with an effective custom marketing plan obtains results. Do you want your home listed? Or, do you want your home sold? Not only is Helen a gem to her real estate clients, but she finds time to serve as an active member of the Columbus Realtors Association, and to be a member of the Bexley Women’s Club. Helen holds herself to the highest of standards and performs with an inordinate amount of pride as she strives to make her clients happy … it is only then that Helen considers the transaction to be a job well-done!
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Homemade ice cream makes for the perfect summer treat Ice cream is synonymous with summer, when rising temperatures and vacations from school and work call for some refreshing celebration. Those who want to experiment with homemade ice cream may want to consider the following recipe for “Dulce de Leche Ice Cream” from Lou Seibert Pappas’ “Ice Creams and Sorbets” (Chronicle Books). Dulce de Leche Ice Cream Makes about 1 quart 2 4 1/2 12 1 1
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cups half-and-half or milk large egg yolks cup sugar ounces butterscotch chips, divided cup heavy whipping cream teaspoon vanilla extract
Prepare a large bowl or pan of ice water. In the top of a double boiler, heat the half-and-half over simmering water until steaming. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks until blended, then whisk in the sugar. Whisk in about half of the hot half-and-half and pour the yolk mixture into the pan of half-and-half. Stir with a silicone spatula or spoon and cook over simmering water for about 8 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of the chips and continue stirring until blended in and the custard coats the back of the spatula, about 2 minutes more. Immediately place the custard pan in the ice bath and stir the custard occasionally until it cools to room temperature. Transfer to a container and stir in the cream and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 3 hours. Freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. When the ice cream is almost frozen, add the remaining 1 cup chips and churn until blended in, about 15 seconds more. Transfer to a container, cover and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.
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