By MARY OLSON
Medina County District Library
It’s not a common event to scan the bestseller list and see so many “Good Guys” in print. I consider a Good Guy to be a man of high standards, wit and intelligence whose likeability contributes to his success. Good Guys come in many forms: political analysts, professors, sportscasters or [...]

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By BRIAN SCHWARTZ
Cybertalk
Last month’s column covered some interesting programs, shortcut keys and features inside Microsoft Windows XP. Because we do have quite a few Apple users reading this column, I’ll dedicate this month’s column to some neat and useful features, shortcuts and other interesting items within Apple Mac OS X.
Shortcuts
Just like Microsoft Windows XP and [...]

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By NANCY LIKENS
Wadsworth Happenings
Wadsworth Center for Older Adults
138 High St., Wadsworth
Director: Nancy Likens
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Phone: 330-335-1513
Fax: 330-335-2804
Web site: www.wcoa.wadsworthcity.com.
Summer is a great time of year in Northeast Ohio, and the Center for Older Adults has a number of exciting programs and activities planned to keep you busy. First [...]

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Senior Living invited readers to submit short stories or poems on patriotic or nostalgic themes. The winners received gift certificates from Main Street Café in Medina.
Daily journaling tip: You don’t have to wait for a special event to get a journal entry started. Sometimes just looking out the window to check on the weather [...]

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Welcome to the Common Sense Kitchen. It’s time to reach for your sunglasses, pencil and notepad. Today, we’re kicking off our shoes, relaxing on the hammock and reaching for a few frozen treats. It’s time to enjoy the summer.
Cool reasoning
Alright, I’ll admit it. I still eat icy fruit pops. But there are so many [...]

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By JULIANNE KECO
Brunswick Beat
Brunswick Community Recreation Center
3637 Center Road, Brunswick
Hours: 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Phone: 330-273-8000
Senior activities director: Julianne Keco
Rates: $99 for resident seniors age 60 and older a new membership, $75 for a renewal. Day passes are available for $5; a six-visit punch card is $18.
General information: You do not have to be a [...]

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By ANGELA HUSTON
Special to The Gazette
I recently met with a small group of retired teachers with whom I had worked for many years. Although we meet infrequently, the closeness of the group allows us to easily banter around current issues prevailing in our lives.
After catching up on who has gone where or done what, [...]

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By LORRAINE BARNETT
Garden Nook
I get the most inspiration early in the morning before the sun rises, before the birds begin their songs. Sometimes the garden mist is so dense, I cannot see the grassy view beyond the linden trees near the back deck.
Coffee in hand, my quiet, early morning stroll begins as the mist [...]

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By DANIEL RAUB
Medina County Health Department
Dehydration is the loss of water and important salts from the body. Our bodies are made up of two-thirds water, and when this level is not maintained the body cannot function properly. Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in. Fluids are lost through urinating, sweating, [...]

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By DEBRA RADECKY
Medina County Office for Older Adults
We have some great program offerings this month. Jolly Jammers are back again, playing at our Hawaiian Luau. Come join the fun at the senior center. We’re open to all seniors in Medina County.
Call our office for details on how we can help you or any senior in [...]

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