Now & Then, March 2015

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Editor’s NoteThere’s no better time than now!

Calendar of EventsSurrounding areas give you something to do

Joke CornerForgot the keys

The Last WordLeaving you with a final thought

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Now & Then WELLNESS

Now & Then LIFESTYLE

05SilverSneakersFitness, Fun & Friendship

UV and YouProtecting your peepers from the sun’s harmful rays

Connie SmithComes Back to Ohio

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02Now & Then OPINION

Now & Then INSIDEHealth ColumnHow to eat after 50

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Senior Living Options AboundChoosing a senior living community

ABOVE PHOTO TAKEN BY CATIE NOYES AT THE WOOSTER YMCA

14 St. Patrick’s Day in ChicagoThe origins of Chicago’s “green” river


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There is no better time than the present to get yourself into shape. As you patiently wait for the weather to break so that you can get outdoors and walk, or tend

to yard and garden work, or just take in a deep breath of that sweet spring air, you could be taking some fun fitness classes to get out and break the winter slump.

The Wooster YMCA offers a convenient class for seniors aged 65 and older, to get together and have fun with fitness. There are three different options of classes to consider depending on what level of fitness you feel most comfortable with. A simple stretching class could be just what you need to loosen up those tight muscles or a beginner class that combines a light cardio workout with basic strengthening exercises. If you are a little more advanced in your fitness, the cardio circuit may be just what you need to keep you moving.

Whatever stage of fitness you are in, the SilverSneakers Fitness program allows you to not only regain your physical health, but your social and mental health by connecting with fellow class takers. It’s a great way to make friends and stay in shape. See what the hype is all about in this month’s Now & Then.

The many options of senior living may be tough to navigate if you or a loved one are in need. In this month’s Now & Then, we offer tips on finding the perfect place to live as a senior. Things to take in to account may include the level of care necessary for you or a loved one, the distance from relatives, and the amenities provided. From assisted living to senior communities, the options are many and we hope to provide you with a few tips to make the process easier.

Did you know that country music singer and songwriter, Connie Smith actually lived in Ohio for some of her life? She returned to Ohio in December of 2014 to perform at the Ohio Valley Opry House in McConnelsville. A couple of our staff members had the opportunity to attend her concert and snag some time for an interview with the lovely Connie. You can learn a little more about the life of Connie Smith as we feature her as this month’s spotlight.

As we patiently wait for the snow to melt, don’t give up hope just yet on spring. Make a plan now to take advantage of every opportunity you get to spend in the great outdoors.

There’s no better time than now!


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Most people aren’t aware

that the sun can do damage to their eyes when they are unprotected from ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Ultraviolet radiation is invisible to the human eye and damage is

cumulative over time, so it’s imperative for everyone – from young kids to grandparents – to take the necessary steps to protect their eyes. Wearing sunglasses is an easy way to shield the eyes while outdoors, but it’s important to look beyond the choices in frames and find sunglasses with lenses that offer the best UV protection.

E-SPF®, or Eye Sun Protection Factor, is a global index created by Essilor International that rates the overall UV protection clear and sunglass lenses provide for the eyes versus going without eyewear. VARIED DEGREES OF PROTECTION

Lenses with an E-SPF index of 50+ means your eyes are 50 times more protected than they are without wearing lenses at all. The index ranges from zero to 25 for clear corrective lenses and from zero to 50+ for polarized sunglass lenses. FINDING THE RIGHT SHADES

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Story & Photos by CATIE NOYESNOW & THEN EDITOR

Story & Photos by y CATIE NOYES

SilverSneakersFun • Fitness • Friendship

Being healthy means so much more than just staying physically active. It’s about having a healthy mind, body and spirit. At the Wooster YMCA, their mission

is about just that: encouraging an active lifestyle while building new relationships as well as providing family-centered activities.

Seniors are no different. For those that think they are too old to get back on the fitness track or feel they won’t fit in amongst the young blood that fills the fitness center, there is a program just for you at the Wooster YMCA.

SilverSneakers Fitness is a national program that encourages older adults to have a fit and active lifestyle. SilverSneakers is available for adults ages 65 and older, who have a qualifying health plan. The SilverSneakers program provides classes at participating facilities with a certified instructor at these locations.

The Wooster YMCA offers a convenient location for Wayne County seniors to come and participate in a SilverSneakers class. Classes take place six times a week and provide different levels of fitness depending on how active your lifestyle already is.

Leslie Ridill, the afternoon instructor for SilverSneakers at the Wooster YMCA, has been teaching classes for five years. “I just love it, I have a heart for these seniors and it is a blessing to help them. I enjoy each person that comes through the door,” said Ridill.

Her bubbly personality and friendly approach to fitness has made everyone feel welcome in her class. Students exchanged hugs with Ridill and made a point to share just how much they enjoy her and her classes each week. Ridill explained, during her five years of instructing, she has made quite a few friends in her classes.

The classes are geared towards increasing muscle strength, improving range of motion, and balance which help to improve daily functions.

“We focus on the adult daily living functions. Everything we do is centered around that,” said Ridill.

The Muscle Strength and Range of Motion (MSROM) class offers up a variety of exercises that keep you moving and incorporates exercises that will be beneficial in your everyday living. “If you want to come and try a class, this is the one to take,” said Ridill.

The SilverSneakers program has tripled our senior membership here at the Y. It is a great program.

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The class incorporates free weights, exercise bands and balls, and focuses on your own movements. The class also combines both seated and standing exercises and a chair is always close by to help you keep your balance.

The class begins with a light cardio routine that gets your blood pumping and stretches your muscles. (Nothing too intense, just enough to get your body warmed up.) The class is concluded with a cool down circuit and some stretching to keep muscles from cramping and keep you lose for the rest of the day.

The MSROM class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2 p.m.

If you feel you are a little more advanced in your fitness routines, you might consider the Cardio Circuit class. This class is a little more intense and keeps you moving continuously with little assistance. (A chair is available to help you keep your balance if you need it, but you are encouraged to stand freely throughout the entire class.)

The Cardio Circuit class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:15 a.m.

Some may find they just need a good stretch to keep their muscles loose but feel that a full workout class is not right for them. The Silver Stretch class may be just what they need. This class takes place before the MSROM class, so many take advantage of a full stretch before a full workout.

The Silver Stretch class meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

“We make friends and share in fellowship,” said Ridill. Once a month, a carry-in takes place where participants may bring in food and have a meal together. A nutritionist may also come in to talk about important health topics for seniors.

SilverSneakers programs are about health both mentally and physically as they not only provide a fitness environment but also a social atmosphere. “It’s about fitness, fun and friendship,” said Ridill.

“The SilverSneakers program has tripled our senior membership here at the Y. It is a great program,” said Nikki Fehrenbach, membership director at the Wooster YMCA.

Along with free SilverSneakers classes, seniors are offered access to all the facilities members have access to when they purchase a membership to the Wooster YMCA. Their membership will allow them to participate in any other group workout classes, gain them access to the fitness center and swimming facility.

The Wooster YMCA offers classes for any age from six months and up. Any member of the YMCA can take advantage of the fitness center, swimming facility and have the option to participate in group fitness classes at a discounted rate. The YMCA also offers gymnastics training, youth and adult sports, and hip-hop classes.

A licensed daycare is also available at the YMCA and can be utilized by any member. Your kids will have a place to go while you try out that Zumba class you have been itching to join. Before and after school daycare programs are also available for working parents, a Schools Out camp and various summer camps are also an option.

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In April, the Wooster YMCA will host Healthy Kids Day. The event offers a health fair for children to learn about nutritious foods and healthy lifestyles. The Wooster Police Department and Wooster Fire Department will be on hand to provide demonstrations on things like bicycle safety and more. The event also includes a race in the morning for both kids and family members to participate in.

Healthy Kids Day 2015 will take place on April 25 with the race starting at 9 a.m. at the Wooster YMCA.

The Wooster YMCA is located at 680 Woodland Avenue in Wooster. Hours are Monday-Friday, 5:30 a.m.-9 pm.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Find out more about Wooster YMCA programs by visiting www.woosterymca.org or by calling 330-264-3131.

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HOW TO EAT AFTER 50As people age, their dietary needs begin to

change. Foods that were once staples of your diet as a youth may be restricted

once you hit a certain age, while other foods you may have always avoided may now be necessary to fuel and support a healthy body.

Eating healthy foods and exercising may not be enough to sustain health, as hormonal changes and other health effects as a person reaches age 50 can have a profound impact on his or her nutritional requirements. The following are a few things men and women over 50 may want to consider as they look to eat a healthy diet for years to come.

VITAMIN DBoth men and women age 50 and up have a reduced

ability to produce vitamin D through exposure to the sun. Extra vitamin D will be needed from foods and supplements. Everyone over the age of 50 should take a daily vitamin D supplement of 400 IU (10 μg), according to Canada's Food Guide. Without adequate vitamin D, bone strength and health can deteriorate because vitamin D promotes calcium absorption. Vitamin D also has other roles, including helping neuromuscular and immune function and reducing inflammation.

FRIENDLY FATSPeople over age 50 should increase their intake of

unsaturated fats and reduce consumption of saturated fats. Nutrient-rich unsaturated fats can guard against heart conditions, protect against stroke, keep skin supple, and even help men and women maintain good neurological health. Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in nuts, olives, seeds, and fatty fishes.

INCREASE PROTEINAccording to Christine Gerbstadt, MD, RD, a

spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and

Dietetics, as they age, men and women need more protein in their diets to maintain their muscle mass. The amount of protein needed at a younger age no longer may be adequate. Look for lean sources of protein from fish and poultry. Beans are also a low-fat source of protein that can help fulfill daily protein requirements.

MORE FIBEREating more fiber can help with digestive and intestinal

problems, such as constipation. Constipation can occur when fiber intake is not enough, coupled with a more sedentary lifestyle. The best way to get fiber is through diet. Leave the skins on fruit and vegetables and choose whole fruits over juices. Whole-grain breads and cereals also are good sources of fiber. Dry beans and lentils can add a fiber boost. Always increase fiber slowly to determine your tolerance.

FEWER CALORIESThe National Institute on Aging says women over

the age of 50 need between 1,600 and 2,000 calories, depending on how physically active they are. Men need between 2,000 and 2,400 calories per day. With each passing year there is a decrease in the energy required to maintain body weight, so caloric intake should be adjusted accordingly.

MORE WATERAs a person ages, his or her body may not signal it is

thirsty as well as it once did, so it's possible that you may not recognize when you are thirsty or dehydrated. The Mayo Clinic recommends around nine to 10 cups of beverages per day to remain hydrated.\

Eating healthy and changing one's diet is important as a person ages, as dietary needs at age 50 may be quite different from what they were at age 30.

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Senior living communities often present an affordable and comfortable option for adults over the age of 55. Filled with like-minded and similarly aged residents, these communities can be the right fit for individuals no longer interested in or capable of taking care of a larger home. Senior communities are located all across the country. Finding one that meets your needs takes only a little research.

Although they are often moderately priced and offer a variety of amenities, senior living communities sometimes suffer from a bad reputation. But such communities are not the "old age homes" that some people purport them to be. Rather, they're entire living neighborhoods that cater to the needs of an active resident base. These communities can range from independent living private homes or condos to managed care facilities. Residents may be able to enjoy organized outings, recreation, shopping, and socialization without having to venture far from property grounds. Some communities offer food services or an on-site restaurant.

Fifty-five and older communities offer conveniences that many find irresistible. They're frequently located close to shopping, dining and healthcare providers. Taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance expenses may be covered in one fee. Clubhouses, golf courses, lakes, card rooms, and many other offerings are designed to appeal to residents of many ages.

Now that baby boomers have reached the age where retirement communities are a consideration, there has been an influx of interest. Those considering a move to one of these communities should research some information before purchasing a unit.

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• DETERMINE THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH A COMMUNITY. Can Medicaid or long-term care insurance pay for all or a portion of the fees? Which types of services does the monthly fee cover?

• WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY? Some restrict all residents to a particular age, while others do not. Rules may be in effect that include an age cut-off limit.

• INVESTIGATE THE TYPES OF RESIDENTS AND WHO WOULD BE YOUR IMMEDIATE NEIGHBORS. What percentage of people live in the community all year long, and how many are part-time residents?

• LOOK INTO THE PARTICULAR HOME OWNER’S ASSOCIATION RULES. BYLAWS MAY INDICATE THAT THE PROPERTY MUST BE KEPT IN A CERTAIN MANNER. You may not be able to paint exterior items a certain color, nor put up fencing or set up outdoor patio furniture. Get the details before you sign anything.

• IS THIS THE TYPE OF COMMUNITY WHERE YOU CAN AGE IN PLACE? Meaning, are there separate accommodations if you eventually need assisted living care? Some communities offer living options that vary depending on residents’ ages.

• BE SURE THERE ARE ACTIVITIES OR AMENITIES THAT APPEAL TO YOU. You eventually want to find your niche and get together with a group of friends who share the same interests.


Senior communities may have amenities that appeal

to a wide variety of interests. These can include beach access or golf courses to enjoy with the grandkids.

• YOU MAY WANT TO FIND A COMMUNITY CLOSE TO YOUR CHILDREN OR OTHER RELATIVES. This way you will not have to travel far to visit others, and they will be able to visit you easily in return.

• SOME COMMUNITIES ARE GATED, WHICH CAN INCREASE FEELINGS OF SAFETY. If this is a priority, look for housing under security.

Following these guidelines can mean discovering a community where anyone can feel comfortable for years to come.

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Cold sores are on the outside of the mouth and may appear on the lips, chin, cheek or nostrils. They start as a red blister, burst and crust over, taking about 7-14 days to heal. Cold sores are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus, are contagious and are transmitted by skin-to-skin contact. Certain factors that may activate an outbreak are stress, colds, fevers and/or sunburn.

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March14Northwestern Ruritan Pancake DayWhen: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.Where: Northwestern High SchoolAll you can eat pancakes and whole hog sausage. Proceeds benefit Northwestern community projects. 330-345-5547

14 OABGC Kids’ Benefit Auction and DinnerWhen: 5:30 p.m.Where: The Pines Golf Club & RestaurantA fun evening with auctions, raffles and buffet dinner benefitting the Orrville Area Boys and Girls Club. 330-683-4888 www.oabgc.org

14 Nick Amster Sheltered Workshop Craft ShowWhen: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Where: 266 Oldman Road, WoosterCrafters, demos, drawings and food. Proceeds support the idividuals attending the Nick Amster Sheltered Workshop. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Call 330-345-797 ext 209 for a crafter application.

14Wilderness WalkWhen: 1 p.m.Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW., WilmotJoin a naturalist as we walk a trail to learn the natural history of the area and season. Spring is the time for the sounds of frogs and birds. Learn their calls. Free for all age.330-359-7898www.wildernesscenter.org

14Soup and Salad SupperWhen: 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Where: Lakeville Fire Station, 13979 SR 226, Lakeville, OHThe Western Holmes Fire District will be holding a benefit dinner with proceeds going towards new equipment, training and supplies for Western Holmes EMS. Menu includes: Potato, chilli, vegetable, ham and bean, and chicken noodle soups; homemade rolls, salad, dessert, coffee and punch, served by Western Holmes EMT’s!

14-15 & 21-22Maple MadnessWhen: Sat & Sun, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Where: See website for tour stopsMaple syrup is Ohio’s first harvest of the year and the sweetest. Sugar houses across Ohio open their doors and invite visitors to see first hand how pure maple syrup is

made. For more information and a complete list of stops:440-834-1415 www.ohiomaple.org/maple-madness.

15 Week of the Young Child CelebrationWhen: Noon-3 p.m.Where: Fisher Auditorium, OARDCA celebration for pre-schoolers and their families featuring special entertainment and hands-on activities. 330-264-8722

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18 Dormant Pruning WorkshopWhen: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.Where: Secrest ArboretumHands-on pruning workshop by pre-registration for both the homeowner and commercial landscaper. 740-485-0129 http://secrest.osu.edu

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19 P. Graham Dunn Warehouse SaleWhen: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.Where: Buckeye Event CenterOutstanding deals on hundreds of items from the P. Graham Dunn inventory. Event open to the public and no registration is required. 330-828-2105 www.pgrahamdunn.com

19- April 18 Functional Ceramics ExhibitWhen: DailyWhere: Wayne Center for the ArtsAn exhibit and sale of ceramics by artists.330-264-2787 www.wayneartscenter.org

20. First Day of Spring

20-21 Wayne County Arts & Crafts Guild Spring ShowWhen: Fri, 5-9 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Where: Greenbriar Conference & Party CentreJuried arts and crafts show with over 115 booths of handmade items, free admission and lunch available. Sponsored by the Wayne County Arts and Crafts Guild. 330-345-5962 www.greenbriarwooster.com

21 Canaan Township Fire Department/Harry H. Hawk Day BenefitWhen: 8:30 a.m.Where: Producers Livestock Sales, 256 S. Main St., CrestonBenefit for the Canaan Township Fire Department.

21 Shreve Migration SensationWhen: 7 a.m.-4:45 p.m.Where: Shreve Elementary School Rt. 226.Full day of events centering around the annual start of birding in the Killbuck Marsh Area in Shreve. Guest speakers, workshops, vendor hall and special children’s educational activities. 330-567-2837 www.shreveohio.com

22 Greater Wayne County Train & Toy ShowWhen: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Where: Buckeye Event CenterOver 550 dealer tables. Trains and toys for sale, running layouts, all gauges, plus farm, NASCAR and vintage toys for sale. Food available and free parking. 330-262-7488 www.cjtrains.com

22 Voices from the Past: “Harpeth Rising” Contemporary MusicWhen: 2 p.m.Where: Wayne County Historical SocietyTickets available at the Historical Society or the Wooster Book Company. 330-264-8856 www.waynehistoricalohio.org

22 “Music from the Heart” Benefit ConcertWhen: 7:30 p.m.Where: Scheide Music Center, College of WoosterBenefit concert for local charity, People to People, by local healthcare professionals. 330-262-2662 www.ptpm.net

23Buchs to speak on traveling along the River SeineWhen: 2:30 p.m.Where: OrrVilla Retirement Community Maple Terrace, 333 E. Sassafras St., OrrvilleTom and Jane Buch will present highlights and photographs of a trip along the River Seine, in France. The Buchs, retired educators from Smithville, have traveled throughout the world and enjoy searching for the commonalities in different cultures. Free and open to the public.330-683-4455www.orrvilla.com

27 Jazz Ensemble ConcertWhen: 7:30 p.m.Where: Freedlander Theatre, College of WoosterJeffrey Lindberg, directing. 330-263-2419 www.wooster.edu

28 Wooster Kiwanis Pancake DayWhen: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.Where: Wooster High School, 515 Oldman Rd., WoosterThe Easter Bunny will be Present! Tickets can be purchased from any Kiwanis member at the presale rate of $4 or you can purchase your tickets at the door for $5.330-439-2093

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St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago

Shades of green are everywhere on St. Patrick's Day. But arguably no green is more distinctive come Patty's Day than the green flowing water of the Chicago River, which is dyed green each year in honor this beloved holiday.

A series of natural and manmade rivers and canals with a combined length of 156 miles, the Chicago River runs through the city of Chicago, Ill., including its center. Today the river is comprised of the Main Stem, North Branch and the South Branch, which gets much of its water from Lake Michigan. The river has long been a center of industrialized operations, helping to foster trade to Illinois and other areas of the midwest. The Chicago River is also a tourist destination that takes on a new persona each season in late winter, when it becomes "green" and serves as the centerpiece of St. Patrick's Day festivities in the Windy City.

On the weekend closest to St. Patrick's Day, workers add 40 pounds of powdered green vegetable dye into the water to turn the river green. The dye takes some time to dissipate, but eventually the river runs green in honor of St. Patrick. Dyeing the river green has been a tradition for more than 40 years, and it's a tradition that actually arose out of a fluke discovery.

In 1961, Stephen Bailey was speaking with a fellow plumber and noticed the plumber's white coveralls were

The origins of Chicago’s “green” river stained Kelly green. Bailey inquired as to how the coveralls got so green, and it was discovered that a fluorescein dye used to detect trace sources of illegal pollution being discarded into the river water was responsible. Bailey wondered if this dyeing of the water could become an annual tradition in honor of St. Patrick's Day and set forth a plan to achieve just that.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency has since outlawed the use of fluorescein for this purpose, since it has been shown to be harmful. Now the St. Patrick's Day Parade committee uses the vegetable dye, which is believed to be much safer. Because of connecting waterways, it is feasible that the green water of the Chicago River can flow into the Illinois River, to the Mississippi River, then out into the Atlantic gulf stream, and finally to the Irish sea. While it is unlikely the green hue would remain, perhaps with some leprechaun magic, a green water highway could truly connect Chicago to Ireland.

Various cities have tried to emulate the green river, but have not been able to achieve the same, vibrant green as Chicago. The dye mixture is a closely guarded secret. In 2009, First Lady Michelle Obama, a Chicago native, requested that the White House fountains be dyed green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and perhaps bring a touch of home to Washington, D.C.


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Country singer and songwriter Connie Smith has been the recipient of a multitude of awards and honors. She’s received 11

Grammy Award nominations, had 20 top-ten Billboard country singles and 31 charting albums, of which three hit number one. In 2012, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the highest honor a country star can attain. Shortly before her induction into the Hall of Fame, she was selected to be the artist-in-residence at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum – the first woman so honored. Many in the music business consider her one of the best vocalists in the industry. She has been awarded or nominated for many other honors from the Country Music Association, Billboard Magazine, and the like. Despite such a storied career, she graciously agreed to an interview with this small magazine before her recent appearance at the Ohio Valley Opry in McConnelsville.

Connie Smith Comes Back to Ohio

Story by MARCIA HARTMANAbove Photo by Christy Penland

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Connie, born Constance June Meador, was “invented” (as she would say) in Elkhart, Indiana and raised in West Virginia from age five months until she was ten. Her parents divorced when she was seven, and her mother later married Tom Clark, who was from Ohio. When she was ten, Connie’s family moved to Dungannon, Ohio in Noble County. “We were sharecroppers and moved a lot,” says Connie. “I went to eight schools all together. I was in Dexter City for six weeks, and I went to Fort Frye for a while.” Despite the many moves, Connie graduated from Salem-Liberty High School, then located in northern Washington County, as the class salutatorian. “Nancy Turner was the valedictorian and a tenth of a point ahead of me,” recalls Connie. “She really was smart!” Connie remembers some typical teen-age activities – such as hanging out at Ogle’s Restaurant in Dexter City – and some not so typical. “My family didn’t own a car for a long


time. I remember walking to school. But sometimes my step-dad would hitch up the mules and wagon and take us some place.”

Connie reports her main musical influence came from her mother. “Momma taught me my first guitar chords, and she always sang around our home,” says Connie. “Momma’s favorite musical talent was Eddie Arnold. My dad was a tremendous fan of Ernest Tubb.” Step-dad Tom Clark and all of his family were also musical. He played the mandolin. Some of Connie’s siblings played other instruments. “We all sang together for family entertainment,” says Connie. “Some of my sisters could harmonize beautifully, but I couldn’t do that well.” Connie reports she wasn’t in band or choir or musical activities in school, and “I was too bashful then to sing in public,” she says. However, her talent must have been noticed. “I didn’t go to my prom,” she recalls. “I went to a square dance instead. Roger Williams, a boy in high school, had a local band and asked me to sing at the dance. I remember singing the old Connie Francis song,

‘My Happiness.’ The band waited for me to set the time, and I waited for them. We were so out of meter everyone had to stop dancing, and we had to stop playing. But I made $3.00. That was my first pay.”

After high school, Connie sometimes sang at local functions like PTA or Grange meetings. In 1963, when she was 22, Connie entered a talent contest at Frontier Ranch, a country music park near Columbus. She won the contest and five silver dollars. However, more importantly, she won a chance to sing on the Grand Old Opry portion of the Frontier Ranch show. She had to accompany herself on the guitar and only knew how to play in the key of C, but country music star Bill Anderson was in the show and noticed Connie’s abilities. He encouraged her to come to Nashville and got her a guest appearance on the Ernest

Connie Smith signs with RCA on June 24, 1964. (Left-Right) Bill Anderson, Connie Smith and Bob Ferguson.

"CONNIE” CONTINUED ON PAGE 23

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Tubb Midnight Jamboree. “I didn’t know that would lead to anything more,” she says. However, Bill then invited her to make a demo tape which led to her signing with RCA on June 24, 1964. On July 16, 1964, she recorded her first single, “Once a Day,” which was written for her by Bill Anderson. Connie drove down from Ohio for each of these events – basically commuting to Nashville. “Once a Day” turned out to be one of the most celebrated singles in country music history – the only song to hold the number one position on the charts for eight solid weeks. Today, Connie modestly attributes her success to “God’s calling,” noting that it “just happened” that her first song was such a huge success. She even reports she didn’t initially like the recording at first: “I hadn’t really heard myself recorded before – and your voice never sounds the way you think it does.”

March is Women’s History Month, and I asked Connie how it was to be a woman in the country music business. She says she did not feel there were any significant problems for her although she notes, “If a male artist wants to ask the band to change something or get the lighting adjusted, that’s OK, but when a woman does that, she’s a diva.” She also recalls that it was sometimes rough playing in the clubs as the owners tended to think “we belonged to them.” But she also remembers performers looking out for each other: such as one time when Carl Smith defended her from “too much of a hug.”

Connie has five children and is now a proud grandmother of eight. She acknowledges her role as mother sometimes required compromises from her role as country music star. “I took my first son on the road with me most of the time until he was old enough to begin school,” she says. “Then I left him home but was lucky to have very consistent child care without a lot of different people coming and going from his life. When my younger son was born, I had no choice but to get back to work. I had to pay the bills and support my two children.” Connie had a little easier time caring for her three daughters who were each born just one year apart. “I stayed home with them until the youngest was in kindergarten,” she recalls. “I put my career on hold, but that didn’t bother me in the least. I loved being a stay-at-home mom and definitely have no regrets.” Connie says, “I have the five best kids! All are grounded and doing well.” None are really in the music business, but on her last album, her three daughters sang with her, so they do have their own talent and enjoy singing.

Connie says she is “not on the road like I used to be.” She reports she never did long tours – just two or three days and then back home. “I used to take one of my kids with me at a time to give them individual attention,” she said. “ If one was having a birthday, I would always take that child along.” Connie now travels with her band, The Sundowners, but at times travels with her husband and his band and has also sung regularly on his TV show. Connie is married to Marty Stuart, another country-western super star, who hosts The Marty Stuart Show on RFD-TV, a cable network devoted to rural life and issues. She currently sees herself continuing this type of schedule indefinitely. Connie and Marty now reside in Hendersonville, Tennessee – a Nashville suburb.

When I anticipated interviewing Connie Smith, I nervously wondered if maybe she would be bored and hurried and perhaps intimidating. After all, she’s probably been interviewed hundreds, maybe thousands, of times, and I wouldn’t blame her if she wasn’t thrilled to carve out time for a small, hometown magazine writer. When I climbed on her bus, a staff person said, “Keep it to 15 minutes; band members have to get dressed.” But Connie didn’t seem rushed at all and was happy to answer any questions I asked. She was totally pleasant, down-to earth, and humble. When we parted, she even gave me a hug! I went to my seat in the auditorium and listened to the crowd calling for Connie to come onstage and sat enthralled as she delivered favorite songs, her throaty voice backed by The Sundowners. Really, not much difference between today and 1964!

1970, Connie Smith (middle) poses for a photo with Marty Stuart (right) and his sister Jennifer (left).

Photo by Christy Penland

An elderly man had dinner at a very nice restaurant. After he finished his wine, he went to the men’s room and then walked out through the bar.

It was a beautiful evening, so he decided to leave his car in the parking lot and walk home.

When he arrived at his front door, he realized he didn’t have his keys - which were in his jacket pocket, which was still hanging in the restroom.

He walked back to the restaurant and found his jacket in the men’s room and realized he’d left his hat on the table.

He strolled back to the dining room to retrieve his hat and when he got to his table, his wife asked, “Is anything wrong? You took such a long time in there.”

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