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December 2015 D b 2015 December 2015 magazine NOW & THEN CELEBRATING TODAY...REMEMBERING YESTERDAY THE CONTINUED MEMORIES MURRS QUICK PRINTING AN ENDURING LEAP OF FAITH THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT SERVING WAYNE & HOLMES COUNTIES

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Now & Then is a monthly magazine published by Dix Communications, serving Wayne and Holmes counties. It is meant to enlighten, entertain and encourage our mature readers. If you wish to submit an article or offer a suggestion, please feel free to contact us; we look forward to hearing from you! This month's edition looks at The Christmas Spirit: The Continued Memories and at the Enduring Leap of Faith the started a local business.

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NOW&THEN

CELEBRATING TODAY...REMEMBERING YESTERDAY

THE CONTINUED MEMORIES

MURR’S QUICK

PRINTINGAN ENDURING LEAP OF FAITH

THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

SERVING WAYNE & HOLMES COUNTIES

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Local Look BackNews From the Past

Joke CornerHoliday Cheer

Now & Then WELLNESS

Now & Then LIFESTYLEMurr’s Quick Printing & GraphicsA Enduring Leap of Faith

22 Make-Your-OwnHoliday Ornaments

SpotlightBrenda Zieglen

16 Recipes

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Calendar of EventsSurrounding Areas Give You Something to Do12Crossword15

02Now & Then OPINION

Now & Then INSIDE

Health ColumnViritual Dementia TourPresented by West View Living

The Christmas SpiritThe Continued Memories20

Health ColumnSocial Media No Longer Just Child’s Play09

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One of Wooster’s most architecturally impressive Victorian homes was the John H. Kauke house, which later served as the University of Wooster’s music conservatory. The house, located on the northeast corner of the intersection of Beall Avenue and Bowman Street, was demolished to build Discount Drug Mart.

Dec. 21, 1923: The Christmas spirit was alive and well in Wayne County.

“Folks are unusually generous with toys this year,” a Mrs. Myers, the matron of the Wayne County Children’s Home, told the Wooster Daily Record Dec. 24.

Myers said the home killed eight chickens and was planning a “Plymouth Rock dinner” with all of the trimmings.

Among those who contributed to the celebration, Myers said, were the Buckeye Aluminum Co., the Freedlander store, the Rittman American Legion and the Christian Church.

Meanwhile, a feast of chicken “and all that goes with it” was planned for the county infirmary.

According to superintendent W.E. Jarvis, a professor from the Experiment Station donated an orange for each of the infirmary’s 60 “inmates.” In addition, children from a local Sunday school class packed a gift box for each person.

Dec. 1973: The Daily Record on Dec. 24 recognized two Milton Township sisters who were “doing their part to contribute to the fountain of life for Sterling area residents.”

In September, Twila and Velma Zimmerly opened the Fountain, a place where residents could gather

for special events. The building, which was located on four acres of

land donated by the Zimmerlys’ brothers, included a large central room with red carpet and a fireplace, two small offices, restrooms, shower facilities and a kitchen.

“The corners of the main room were cut off to symbolize unity,” Twila explained. “This way, no one will be left sitting in the corners.”

The central room could accommodate 150 people, while the offices could be converted into sleeping quarters for weekend retreats.

The building, located on County Road 48, could be rented for $5 an hour if the kitchen facilities were used. Otherwise, the rate was $3 an hour, with the money going toward the cost of utilities.

There were no phones, clocks or televisions at the Fountain.

“We don’t want people to be time-conscious,” Twila explained.

The facility name was chosen because an artesian well fed a nearby pond. Also, fountains are a symbol of life.

“We want the Fountain to have a healthy atmosphere where people can grow by sharing together,” Twila said.

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Shooting pain through the feet ignited with the slightest movement coupled with limited dexterity. The muffled sounds that are supposed to compose

words don’t reach the ears and large black blotches obscure the vision. These are some of the symptoms a victim of dementia can endure. While directly putting ourselves within their shoes is impossible, Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation and Second Wind Dreams have created a virtual dementia tour that allows people to temporarily experience what it’s like to be afflicted with dementia.

The physical experience begins with a modification to your wardrobe.

Inserts are placed within your shoes that have small raised portions ready to dig into the unsuspecting feet. These inserts are meant to illustrate the nerve pain suffered by many with dementia.

Next come the glasses coated with a large black ring placed perfectly to obstruct your vision. A look through the glasses reveals a dim view of the surrounding world broken apart by black blotches where nothing, or very little is visible.

Then the gloves are situated on your hands. They are ill-fitting and textured, demonstrating the loss of dexterity and complete control over the movements of

your hands.Headphones are then placed over your ears. Not only

do these instantly muffle all outside noise, but they provide constant noise in the way of half heard words, static and random loud bursts of sound.

Once participants are fully garbed, they are given a list of five tasks. The tasks are spoken and participants are supposed to hear as well as remember their list. Tasks could include matching and sorting a certain number of socks, clearing the table, putting a belt through a pair of pants, finding a tie and drawing a picture of their family.

As soon as the five tasks are given, participants are led to a room.

Remembering the tasks is nearly as hard as completing the list. The noise from the headphones interferes with your thoughts and understanding of the words being spoken to you. Particular items from the list may stick out more than others, while others may be completely forgotten.

Underneath the garb, the room feels overwhelming as participants try to remember and complete their five tasks. The first challenge of remembering the tasks aside, seeing the items in the room is tricky with the goggles blacking out portions of the area. Participants often wandered throughout the room, flitting from one activity

Virtual Dementia Tour

Story and Photos by KATE MINNICHNOW & THEN WRITER & DESIGNER

Presented by West View Healthy Living

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to another and completing tasks they were not assigned. Others would lock onto one task and see it through the assigned completion; those who were assigned to match and fold four pairs of socks may have matched all the available socks. Another common behavior was talking out loud as the participants tried to complete their tasks.

The driving focus behind the virtual tours; to spread information about dementia and educate caregivers on how it can affect loved ones actions. After the tour is complete the participants sit down with a medical professional and talk over the reasons behind the dementia victims actions. For example, talking out loud and wandering are self-soothing mechanisms victims use to cope with the confusion they are forced to endure.

The hardest part of the tour is coming to terms with the fact that people live in this uncomfortable state. Participants can be reduced to tears when they realize the pain and confusion their loved ones deal with in their daily routine. Many regret their treatment of the loved one because the participants did not understand the dementia induced actions.

There are ways to reduce the pain a dementia patient undergoes, some as simple as being patient with the person.

As participants experienced, remembering a string of words is difficult, if a caretaker just limits the amount they tell a dementia patient the confusion will decrease. Give the patient one task at a time and don’t get upset when they don’t remember the item past a particular time.

Above: Erin Hill, business office manager at West View Healthy Living, is completely garbed in gear to mimic the dimentia experience.

If the dementia patient is prone to wandering, let them wander. As long as the person is in a safe environment there is no real harm in letting them wander a bit. They wander because they are looking for familiar places that decrease their confusion.

The volume on the television could be turned down to limit the amount of surrounding noise. Similar to the constant noise heard by participants, dementia patients hear the constant noise around them as muffled bits of words. Just allowing a dementia patient to enjoy silence goes a long way.

Patience is the key behind caring for a victim of dementia.

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Story and Photos by KATE MINNICHNOW & THEN WRITER & DESIGNER

Murr’s Quick Printing & Graphics

Joe Murr, with his brother Bob, are among those brave souls who have made a leap of faith and have emerged victorious. The perfect job and

peace of mind is the dream many wish to achieve, but the dream often requires this ‘leap of faith’ or a willingness to risk everything. Those who are strong enough to endure the terrifying anxiety, increase their chances of reaching that elusive dream. The Murr brothers jumped into this uncertain world with plans in hand; Joe Murr has maintained Murr’s Quick Printing since 1980.

Nestled near the furnace , brothers Joe and Bob Murr formulated a business plan that would result in the opening of a quick printing business. Drawing from the jobs they had just left, Bob and Joe pulled together their knowledge of paper, printing and graphics to produce a long-term plan and sales projections. There were four young children between the two, all under the age of five and another one on the way, but the brothers took a leap and left their job security behind to take control of their own destiny.

In addition to their own experiences, Joe and Bob had the knowledge of their father to draw upon. The senior Joe Murr successfully built and maintained Plaza Lanes Bowling Alley in the ‘60s thus establishing himself as a healthy resource for his sons and their plans to own their own business.

Murr’s Quick Printing received a warm welcome from the community in its first four years, exceeding all early expectations of the two brothers. Once the initial plans were created, the shop was built at the end of Beall Avenue. This first shop only supported

A Enduring Leap of Faith

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the business for two years, before the building space needed to be doubled to 3,000 square feet. Then two years later, Joe and Bob moved Murr’s Quick Printing to its present day home in a 5,400 sq. ft. building previously known as Weitzel Dry Cleaning.

The business started strong in part due to the thriving small shop printing industry that swept across the country between 1980 and early 1990s. The demand was high enough to encourage the creation of two secondary store locations; one store in Orrville and another at the north end of Wooster. The combined profit of all the locations was enough to send Joe and Bob’s children through college and fund a couple weddings.

In 1997 Murr’s Quick Printing underwent another milestone when Bob Murr struck out on his own. Bob saw an opportunity to begin a print shop in South Carolina and once again leapt forward. With Bob gone, Joe took control of the Wooster store and weathered the ever-changing printing industry.

The original business plan has evolved with the printing industry and customer demands. Originally, the plan catered to repetitive orders, eighty percent of which were made up of multi-part forms. Once transactions became computerized and the copy machine readily available, the printing demand shifted toward color printing. Companies no longer needed the multi-part forms and could better afford to keep a copier in their own building. Color and graphics, however, are still a specialized skill set and has become the focus of Murr’s Quick Printing today.

Due to the shifting demand of the print industry, Joe has been careful not to invest the entire business into any one product. By remaining conservative in his investing, Joe has been able to diversify his products and boast more flexibility than more rigid businesses.

Currently focusing predominately on marketing products, Joe has acknowledged the competitive edge a colorful, high quality product can lend a business.

Now offering marketing tools such as brochures, briefcase displays and trade show displays, Murr’s Quick Printing takes the products through various stages. While the newest trend is for businesses to send high quality PDF (Portable Document Format) files created on individual computers, there are some companies who come to Murr’s Quick Printing for design aid as well.

Murr’s Quick Printing has been in operation for 35 years now and is undergoing another change as Joe retires from the day-to-day management of the business. The management responsibilities will be turned over to Joe’s daughters, Joanne and Wendy. Joe reflects on the management shift: “It is the cutest thing that 35 years ago they were running around the shop as children and now their children are doing the same. We look forward to many more years serving the community with a variety of graphic services.”

This family run local company continues to transition with the times to provide for the printing needs of this community. Providing everything from the standard business needs like stationary or display banners, to service to help the individual like video transfer services, photo retouching and scanning services Murr’s Quick Printing is there to help.Above: Early brochures created

by Murr’s Printing

Joe Murr with daughters Joanne and Wendy stand in front of an in-house printed display.

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The Internet and related technologies have been a game-changer for people of all ages. The instant connectivity made possible by these

advancements has been valued by young adults and children for years. But now social media is attracting an entirely different demographic - seniors.

More than just a method of channeling information to the comfort of home, the Internet and the various social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, are ways for older adults to stay connected with friends and family. For seniors faced with mobility issues, social media helps to bring the world to them.

Despite the stereotype that seniors do not want to learn to use new technology, many seniors are getting on board. Findings from the Pew Research Institute show that social networking use among Internet users ages 50 to 64 grew by 88 percent between April 2009 and May 2010. The research also found that the percentage of those 65 and older using social media grew from 13 percent to 26 percent during that same stretch. Although young adults continue to be the primary users of social media, older users are gaining momentum and surpassing youth in the number of new users.

Individuals who are not yet utilizing social media to manage their communication efforts may be inspired by these benefits to doing so.

* Photo and video sharing: The majority of photos being taken today are digital, as fewer people are making prints of their photos. Rather, they are being shared via e-mail or through social media sites. Grandparents can see their grandchildren in photos in real time. Also, if they’ve managed apps that enable video sharing, they can view and chat with relatives who live miles away, just as if they were sitting across the table.

* Conversations with family: In a world where families are no longer centrally located, communication may be lacking. Despite the prevalence of mobile phones,

fewer and fewer people seem to pick up the phone and make calls as they once did. Instead, they’re texting and updating social media posts. They’re also e-mailing one another. Older adults who have no access to this technology could be left out of the mix. This is a way for seniors to stay close to family.

* Convenient check-ins: At times when a full-blown conversation may not be practical, having a quick method to check in with a loved one can make social media advantageous. Men and women can send a quick text to their parents to find out how they’re feeling or if they need anything. Such ready access can provide some peace of mind to adults concerned about their elderly parents.

* Online shopping: Seniors who don’t get out much or who cannot safely drive a vehicle might not be able to shop as often as they would like. Having Internet access and experience with browsing Web sites enables older men and women to shop from reputable Web sites who ship items directly to the house. With the vast array of items now sold online, anyone can have their choice of items and not be forced to settle because of their age.

* Improved feelings of well-being: Avoiding feelings of isolation and loneliness can benefit older men and women. A study by Dr. Shelia Cotten, a sociologist and associate professor from the University of Alabama, Birmingham, revealed that Internet use was associated with a 30 percent decrease in depressive symptoms among older adults who used it regularly, while other studies have shown similarly impressive results.

* Working the mind: Going online, chatting on social media or simply writing an e-mail works areas of the brain. Typing also helps improve manual dexterity. These factors can be beneficial for seniors looking to stay sharp.

Using the Internet as a form of communication is a growing trend among the 50-plus demographic. It enables them to stay connected with family and the world in a variety of ways.

Social Media No Longer Just Child’s Play

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Spotlight

Story by COLETTE TAYLORNICHE PRODUCT MANAGER

Brenda Ziegler

Brenda Ziegler, a Wooster resident, volunteers almost every day. As a certified cosmetologist, she will visit people in hospice or in their home

to provide them with a haircut - often just the thing to help them feel better. She also uses these skills to work at the Look Good Feel Better program that offers consultation and workshops to help those with cancer to address some of the appearance related effects of their treatments. From head covers to wigs, changes in skin appearance and nails, these individuals can benefit from the esteem boosting that a make-over and new techniques can offer and Brenda is there to help. She has also found a unique way to assist others through the Caring Therapy Canines program with her four-legged friends.

Brenda’s life changed when she adopted a little fur-ball of a dog named Smeke. Sharon Porter, a friend and fellow board member for the Wayne County Humane Society, encouraged her to get Smeke tested to be a therapy dog. Sharon was an experienced evaluator for therapy dog certifications and thought Brenda and her pup had what it would take to become a therapy dog team.

To be successful, a dog must know basic obedience commands, it should respond well to all types of people in a variety of situations and be clean and well groomed. To be considered for pet therapy programs the dogs must also pass a test administered by a nationally recognized therapy dog program, such as Therapy Dogs, Inc. or Delta Society, be current on all vaccinations and comply with state health codes pertaining to pets. Brenda had Smeke tested on his first birthday but acknowledges that many people wait to test their dogs until they are far removed from the “puppy stage”, usually around two or three years of age. Although older dogs can become therapy dogs if their temperament and desire to follow commands is high.

Little Dude is Brenda’s current therapy dog. “He was one of my foster failures,” Brenda says discussing how she ended up with three dogs in her home. “He was such a good influence on Nilla Bean and Smeke that when it was time to give him up to be adopted out we just couldn’t.” Little Dude, a 6 lb. Yorkshire Terrier, bounced and buzzed around the room playing with his stuffed football but when Brenda asked him to settled he did so almost instantly only raising his ears from time to time to hone in on what else might be happening around him.

Through the years Brenda has had a constant furry companion helping her to help others in need. While Smeke went over the rainbow bridge shortly before Christmas last year and her other certified dog, Nilla Bean, can no longer work as a therapy dog due to a health issue, Little Dude is enjoying his time visiting and helping others.

Many people are familiar with therapy dogs visiting those that are ill or in hospice but through Caring Therapy Canines, a local non-profit, Brenda and the other volunteers utilize the dogs to help in a variety of situations. One such program that Brenda particularly enjoys is Paws to Read where children read to the dogs often at a local library. The children respond well to this program increasing their self-esteem and reducing their embarrassment over unknown words in the text. Recently, even higher education establishments have been reaching out to have Brenda and others come in to

Brenda with Smeke, her first therapy dog.

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We are seeking out Wayne and Holmes Counties seniors (55+) that have been a positive impact on the community. Send us a letter with your nomination and an explaination of why they should be considered. Please include your name, address, phone and email (if available).

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help college students manage the stress of finals week. “Dogs allow people to open up and relax a bit. It can alleviate tension or provide an opening to conversation that isn’t threatening.”

Although not everyone feels comfortable around animals and dogs in particular may be an issue for some. Brenda works tirelessly to help people overcome their fear of dogs and learn how to engage with our canine friends at both community outings and targeted dog bite prevention programs. In the latter she educates children and parents on the proper behaviors to exhibit around dogs. She talks about respecting a dog’s space, how quick movements can be perceived by dogs as threatening and uses phrases like “stand like a tree” so children can comprehend how to react in specific situations with dogs.

Over the years, Brenda has shared some very emotional experiences through her therapy dog work with patients and family members. While she notes that not everyone in hospice is at end of life stages and many often have the energy to play with the dogs, other times the dogs simply provide comfort to the patient or family at a very difficult time.

She recalled a particular occasion when she was visiting a patient that was very near to the end. He was surrounded by family members in his room and when Brenda stopped in with her therapy dog the family began talking about the various animals they had owned. As they reminisced they began laughing about certain stories or situations they had all shared. Brenda paused and noted that “I hope no one finds that disrespectful but much research points to the fact that hearing is the last sense that remains near death” adding that she’s convinced that this is a pleasant way to send off a loved one; embraced by the sounds of love and laughter. Brenda and her therapy dog’s presence offered both the family and the patient a respite from the pain and grief of the situation, if only for a few moments.

Many of us look to volunteer as a meaningful way to share our skills, give back to society or influence others to do better or more. Brenda Ziegler has found a way to intertwine the things that she loves to do with her passion to help others. Whether utilizing her professional skills honed in the cosmetology industry, tapping into the compassion for those that are ill, or raising funds and awareness for needs in our community, Brenda is ready and able to assist – usually with one of her furry companions in tow.

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December15Wayne County Choral Union Christmas ConcertWhen: 7:30 p.m.Where: First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., WoosterChristmas music from around the world. Special guests David and Carolyn Rice, guest musicians Roxanne Fetterhoff and Paula Vaschiko. Directed by Interim Director Jason Meteney and accompanied by Evan White and Jane Kwan. Freewill offering benefitting People to People.330-464-9988www.waynechoralunion.org

15Community Wide Prayer MeetingWhen: 12- 1 p.m.Where: Faith Harvest Fellowship, 116 E. South St., WoosterFaith Harvest Fellowship will be open for an hour of prayer. We are inviting people from other demoninations to join us, praying for unity for the Body of Christ and for our nation. Please join us if you are able to come, whatever amount of time you have available. 330-264-8550http://faithharvestfellowship.org

15Holiday Film FestivalWhen: 6 p.m.Where: Wooster Library (Reference Dept.) 220 W. Liberty St., WoosterJoin us for hot chocolate and popcorn and create a family tradition with these classic holiday films. Dec. 15 - Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town. Dec. 19 - The Muppet Christmas Carol. Dec. 22 - How the Grinch Stole Christmas.330-804-4666

17Parkinson’s Support GroupWhen: 1:00- 2:00 p.m.Where: West View Living, 1715 Mechanicsburg Rd., WoosterWayne County Parkinson’s support group is held the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. in the Chapel at West View. This group is for anyone affected by Parkinson’s.330-264-8640www.westviewhealthyliving.org

18Chip Richter’s ConcertWhen: 7:00- 8:00 p.m.Where: Trinity United Methodist, 1556 Rex Drive, OrrvilleMembers of the community are invited to participate in a fun, family event with singer-songwriter Chip Richter who will serve up Christmas stories, songs, and smiles “Family Style”. Trinity is offering this event

free, as a gift to the families in the surrounding area. 330-682-1806www.orrvilletrinity.com

19Music on Market Conert - Buring River BrassWhen: 1:30- 3:00 p.m.Where: Wooster United Methodist Church, 243 N. Market St., WoosterBurning River Brass is consistently applauded for the infectious joy with which it performs. In concert, the ensemble presents a variety of music designed to satisfy the tastes of every audience. BRB’s repertoire includes fresh arrangements of classic literature as well as original works written specifically for the group. The event is free (free-will offering) and open to the public.330-262-5641www.mainstreetwooster.org

19Happy Feet Winter Fun for FamilyWhen: 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.Where: Wayne Center for the Arts, 237 S. Walnut St., WoosterHere’s a winter picture that the whole family can make. Paint this chilly little fellow and give him a warm home. You and yours can enjoy cookies and cocoa while you create. Up to three family members per canvas permitted! Tickets $30 / Member $25.330-264-2787

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21- 31Jingle Bell HuntWhere: Doylestown Branch Library, 169 N. Portage St., Doylestown Find one of Santa’s missing sleigh bells in the Children’s department.330-658-4677

22Easy Stretch Chair YogaWhen: 10:30- 11:15 p.m.Where: Local Roots Market & Cafe, 140 S. Walnut, WoosterChair yoga incorporates breathing and yoga poses in a manner that allows access to the benefits of yoga for all. We will practice some poses standing with the support of the chair. You will find that this practice offers strength building endurance, balance improvement and flexibility. Cost is $8 per class or $35 for 4 classes.330-263-5336www.LocalRootsWooster.com

22Christmas CenterpieceWhen: 6- 7 p.m.Where: Heartland Point, 200 N. Main St., OrrvilleTom Poulson of The Bouquet Shop is back by popular demand! This time Tom will be teaching a floral Christmas centerpiece. Whether you’re hosting or visiting family, this is the perfect personal centerpiece or gift for your host. This is the first time Tom is teaching this class and it’s sure to fill up quickly. Reserve your spot today before its gone.330-682-0200

24Christmas Eve DinnerWhen: 4- 6 p.m.Where: Wooster Mennonite Church, 1563 Beall Avenue, WoosterAll are invited to a free Christmas Eve dinner. On the menu will be turkey and ham, scalloped potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, corn, cranberries, bread, dessert and drinks. No home delivery of meals this year, but once the meal is over food will be available for carry out while it lasts. Those enjoying the meal are invited to stay for a Christmas Eve service, beginning

at 6:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary. 330-262-3631www.woostermennonite.org

25Merry Christmas

26After Christmas Sale at Tis the SeasonWhere: 4363 St. Rt. 39, BerlinSave 50% storewide (collectibles not included) from Dec.-Feb. 28th during our After Christmas Sale at Ohio’s largest year round Christmas shop. 330-893-3604www.TisTheSeasonChristmas.com

26Year End Sale at Gramma Fannies Quilt BarnWhere: 4363 St. Rt. 39, BerlinSave 25% on fabrics, books, stencils, patterns and notions at this one day sale. 330-893-3243www.AmishFarmVillage.com

28, Jan. 25 & Feb. 22Click ‘n StitchWhen: 6 p.m.Where: Wooster Library, 220 W. Liberty St., WoosterLove to knit, crochet, cross stitch, etc? Then, Click ‘n Stitch is the crafting group for you. Bring your own materials (or borrow some of ours) and enjoy a time of fellowship and fun. An experienced crafter will be on hand if you need assistance. 330-804-4666

31Free Movie- War RoomWhen: 7:30- 9:30 p.m.Where: Orrville, 2200 Paradise Rd., OrrvilleCome watch the movie that inspires

audiences of all ages and became the #1 movie in America! Free popcorn and refreshments. All are welcome! Watch the trailer at WarRoomTheMovie.com.330-683-3526

January02Community Open HouseWhen: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.Where: Wayne Center for the Arts, 237 S. Walnut St., WoosterGet your creative on while sampling our Winter/Spring 2016 class programming! There is something for the entire family! Try your hand at theater improv, stage combat, mutlimedia visual art, Uncorked Canvas painting, pottery wheel throwing, hand building ceramics, voice techniques and music. Visit the photo booth while enjoying refreshments and entertainment!330-264-2787www.wayneartscenter.org

06Knitting 101When: 6- 8 p.m.Where: Wayne County Schools Career Center, 518 W. Prospect St., Smithville.Knit a scarf as you develop a new relaxing hobby. Bring your choice of scarf yarn and contemporary US kitting needle sizes 8 or 9 (European sizes 5mm or 5.5mm). Shorter needles and single stranded yarn are easier to start with. 6 hours/ 3 sessions. Tuition: $60.330-669-7070

09Make-It Take-ItWhen: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.Where: West Salem Branch Library, 99 E. Buckeye St., West SalemCome and make a winter craft.419-853-4762

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THE LAST WORD

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Ingredients:*2 1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix*1 1/2 cups canned sweet potatoes*6 Tbsp. milk*1/3 cup butter, melted

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Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.Servings: 16

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Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie

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Directions:In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over

medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the gravy, vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.

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Directions:Preheat oven to 350°. Sift the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and

salt into a mixing bowl. Stir the mixture to blend evenly, and sift a second time into another bowl.

Place the shortening into a mixing bowl and beat until creamy. Gradually beat in the white sugar. Beat in the egg, and dark molasses. Sift 1/3 of the flour mixture into the shortening mixture; stir to thoroughly blend. Sift in the remaining flour mixture, and mix together until a soft dough forms. Pinch off small amounts of dough and roll into 1 inch diameter balls between your hands. Roll each ball in cinnamon sugar, and place 2 inches apart on a ungreased baking sheet.

Bake in preheated oven until the tops are rounded and slightly cracked, about 10 minutes. Cool cookies on a wire rack. Store in an air tight container.

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Story by KATE MINNICHNOW & THEN WRITER & DESIGNER

The Christmas SpiritThe Continued Memories

Christmas Spirit. These two words are mentioned more frequently as December 25 draws near. But what do these two words actually mean

and where is its source? The spirit of Christmas is often referred to as the light good cheer people associate with the holiday season. A walk down the sidewalk will result in friendly nods and smiles from people you have never spoken to while others will be more inclined to assist those less fortunate than themselves. The inspiration behind this Christmas Spirit is one that is inspired by memories of Christmas’ past.

RosemaryI can remember growing up during the Great

Depression and the Christmas’ surrounding that time; they were my favorite Christmas celebrations because the family was focused on each other.

I was the youngest of eight children and our father was no longer living. In those days, everyone pitched in with the daily chores. My brothers ran the farm with little help from our uncles and mother while my sisters raised me and ran the house. We leaned on each other, raised one another and worked as a family unit.

When Christmas time approached we didn’t have money for fancy gifts, glass ornaments or even a large feast. What we did have was our God earned skills and that was enough. My brother, Romane, loved to work with his hands and was actually good at it. He could whittle anything he set his mind to, and during those hard Christmas’ he whittled everyone something special. There were new doll heads for me, and my sister just two years older. A pipe for Johnny, slingshots for Alfred and Cletus, a set of serving spoons for mother, a bracelet for Agnes and a pair of figurines for Treva. The presents given by my other siblings were much the same; there

was homemade candy, new clothing and the like. Those feelings of warmth and home come rushing back

to me every December when the shopping rush begins and the little ones try their hardest to be good. This is my Christmas spirit. The feeling that whatever you give to your loved one, whether it be a hug or a particular toy, the care in which the gift was selected and the thoughtfulness is the important aspect. Christmas is the time of year when I can remember the good as well as the bad and only feel a happy glow.

Have yourself a merry little ChristmasLet your heart be lightFrom now on, our troubles will be out of sightHave yourself a merry little ChristmasMake the Yuletide gayFrom now on, our troubles will be miles awayHere we are as in olden daysHappy golden days of yore

ClemensI was fortunate enough to have grown up in a family

who recovered from the Great Depression with ease. My parents were children who lived in the thick of the era and they were stronger because of it. The money was used conservatively even when they had plenty. And they never forgot what it felt like to be hungry and helped those who did not whether the time as well.

My parents would throw a Christmas party every year and invite everyone they knew from the neighborhood to the grocery store. Preparations for the event always started right after Thanksgiving. Dad would decorate the house with pine branches while mother would begin to stock the freezer with meats and other foods. This time

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was always exciting for me; people would stop me on the street and ask after the preparations. No one was ever asked to bring anything and whenever they offered, my parents would always turn down the aid with a smile. It was their Christmas gift to the people. Most of the guests would bring something to the party anyway.

The atmosphere at these parties was nothing like I have felt in a long time. People would come together, people who were from completely different walks of life and on this one night, everyone seemed happy and content with their lot. No one complained about work or money and the children were left to run through the house playing games of all sorts. It was truly a merry time.

Now that my parents are gone, the parties have become a family event. My sister and I get as many of our cousins and neighbors together as possible and for one night everyone gets along. My parents inspired the tradition and they are always on my mind during the Christmas season. They used to illustrate the Christmas spirit for me as child, but now I see the same spirit in my grandchildren as they run between the legs of the adults.

Christmas time is truly time to give and feel love from those around you.

Faithful friends who are dear to usGather near to us once moreThrough the years we all will be togetherIf the fates allowSo hang a shining star upon the highest boughAnd have yourself a merry little Christmas now

The spirit of Christmas comes from our experiences of Christmas’ past. It thrives on our good will and cheer and spreads like wild fire with the slightest upturning of the lips. So I would ask you, what inspires your Christmas Spirit?

Through the years we all will be togetherIf the fates allowSo hang a shining star upon the highest boughAnd have yourself a merry little Christmas now

‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’ composed by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blaine in 1943.

Merry Christmas

Happy Holidays

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Holiday decorating is a big part of the holiday season. Bins are taken out of the attic or garage, and decorations are once again given

their opportunity to shine for several weeks before being packed away again.

Among the many decorations families use to deck the halls are ornaments that were made by hand. This year creating homemade ornaments can be a crafty project that helps families make new holiday memories.Christmas tree ornaments come in all shapes and sizes and often tell the stories of holiday traditions. There are several different ways to create personalized, do-it-yourself ornaments and leave the cheap, easily broken ornaments from the dollar stores behind.

Photo ornamentsFun photo ornaments showcase how a family has

changed and grown over the years. Experiment with different ways to create these ornaments. You can glue a photo to a ceramic ornament and cover it with decoupage glaze to set it permanently. Try purchasing clear, glass ornaments, then remove the top of the ornament, which is usually spring-loaded, before slipping a photo inside and replacing the top. You also can laminate a photo, punch a hole in the top and affix a ribbon.

Ceramic ornamentsThe popularity of paint-it-yourself pottery has led to an

increase in ceramic and crafts shops across the country. During the holiday season such shops offer many holiday items that can be painted. Often the store will then fire the pieces after they are painted so that they are shiny and hardened for display.

Those who want to do their painting at home can visit their local craft or hobby shop, where typically there are unfinished ceramic ornaments that can be painted with acrylic paints found right in the next aisle. A finishing coat of clear glaze will help protect the ornaments from year to year.

Wood craftsMany of today’s craft centers have expanded to include

sections devoted to unfinished wood items. Everything from letters to animal cutouts to boxes and rocking horses can be purchased and finished. Turn keepsake boxes into painted and ribbon-adorned gift boxes. Stain a treasure chest that can be used to store reindeer snacks for Santa’s crew. Turn small decorative pieces into ornaments for the tree. Paint and affix wood initials onto stocking holders to identify to whom each stocking belongs. Crafty individuals also can turn plain wood plaques into signs with clever sayings, such as “Park your sleigh here.”

Scavenge around the houseYoung children can use any medium for making

ornaments. Garlands made of macaroni or popcorn are traditional. Fabric scraps can be sewn and stuffed with potpourri for homemade scent satchels. Hand-drawn pictures can be made and laminated and hung on the tree.

The only obstacle with regard to DIY ornaments is a limited imagination. Homemade items can add whimsy and a personal touch to the holiday season.

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