Congratulations to Marilyn P. and Jerry R., winners of last month's raffle drawing! Each won a $25 Walmart gift card! Scroll down and enter for a chance to win one of two $25 gift cards to Walmart! | |
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Firelands Luncheon Club Series at Sandusky Yacht Club
529 E. Water St., Sandusky
Dine, laugh, socialize, and learn. Enjoy Sandusky Yacht Club’s delicious Wednesday buffet lunch, which includes a salad bar,
hot lunch buffet that includes two entrees, a seasonal vegetable
and starch, bread pudding, hot tea, iced tea and coffee. Cost is
$18 per person (includes tax and tip; cash or check only, please).
Doors open at 11 a.m. Buffet lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by an informative and enlightening program in the elegant surroundings of the Sandusky Yacht Club. Early reservations are recommended. Click on the registration button below or call
419-557-7410.
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Joint Health: Myths Debunked
Wednesday, July 24
Nearly one-third of American adults experience joint pain regularly. It is easy to see why so many old wives' tales exist like, "Cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis." Robert Carlisle, M.D., Firelands Physician Group orthopedic surgeon, will help sort out the myths from the truth of joint health, helping you to be more informed so you can better care for your joints, leading to a healthier life.
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Proactive Strategies to Protect Your Credit and Personal Data From Fraud
Wednesday, Aug. 28
Safeguard your financial future. Join Civista Bank specialists as they take a deep dive into cybersecurity and fraud prevention to learn how to protect your credit. Don't miss this opportunity to arm yourself with the tools and insights you need to protect your personal information.
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Pocket Programs Video Series
Click the play button above to watch this Pocket Program to get to know Dr. Carlisle before he presents at the Luncheon Club on July 24.
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Strides Toward Wellness is a monthly walking program. Get moving and learn with our doctor-led walks, focusing on a variety of health topics. The doctor will speak at the beginning and end of the walk and will be available for questions throughout. | |
Sandusky Mall, 4314 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Thursday, July 25, 7:30 a.m.
Join Firelands Health physical therapist Carlie Henzler, LT, DPT, as she leads a walk and talks about exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor. Enter through the main entrance of the mall, the walk starts in the food court.
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Dine N’ Dash at Portland Place
Portland Place Senior Living, 3808 Venice Road, Sandusky
Thursday, July 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Portland Place Senior Living invites local seniors (55 years and older) for a free dinner to-go. Choice of meatloaf or fried chicken, along with mashed potatoes, vegetables and dessert. Limit one dinner per person. Must RSVP by July 23. Call 419-975-2458.
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Wellness Wednesday Group
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2-3 p.m.
This group meets regularly to discuss wellness goals and progress, provide support and accountability and learn about health and fitness resources at the library and in the community. Join Amanda Garman, registered dietitian at Firelands Center for Coordinated Care, as she talks about nutritional tips for preventing diabetes.
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Brain teaser trivia
Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for answers.
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- What is the best-selling ice cream flavor in the US?
A. Butter pecan
B. Vanilla
C. Chocolate
- True or False: When the two numbers on opposite sides of a dice are added together it always equals 7.
- What is the only bird that can fly backward?
A. Seagull
B. Sparrow
C. Hummingbird
- In the puzzle below, enter numbers in each row and column to arrive at the end totals. Only numbers 1 through 9 are used, and each only once.
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Click on the "Enter to Win" graphic to sign up for a chance to win one of two $25 gift cards to Walmart! | |
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Backyard events & trips
Seek adventures close to home.
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Boppin' on the Basin
Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, 330 N. Main St., Huron
Saturday, July 20, 7-10 p.m.
Sit back, relax and enjoy music from the 50s through today, performed by The Band Cruisin’. Free admission.
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Lange Trust Summer Series
Jackson Street Pier, 233 W. Shoreline Dr., Sandusky
Wednesday, July 24
The Lange Trust of Sandusky Library is partnering with the City of Sandusky for this free concert. Enjoy a drone show preview at 7 p.m. Take3 will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Described as a mini Trans-Siberian Orchestra experience, Take3 merges hits from Elvis and The Beatles to Bach and Beethoven. Towards the end of the concert, you’ll be treated to an aerial display of brilliant LED lights that utilizes a fleet of drones.
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8th Annual Vermilion Beach Market
Sherod Park, 13406 W. Lake Road, Vermilion
Friday, Aug. 2, 3-8 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Shop over 100 vendors overlooking Lake Erie.
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Erie County Fair
Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Monday, Aug. 5-Saturday, Aug. 10
Senior Day, Friday, August 9; Veterans Day, Saturday, August 10.
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Gazebo Concert Series-Erie County OSU Alumni Band
Washington Park Gazebo, 200 Washington St., Sandusky
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 7 p.m.
Free community concert sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church. In the event of inclement weather, concert will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, 503 Columbus Ave.
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Richland Carousel Park and Ohio State Reformatory Bus Trip
Bus leaves from Giant Eagle, 4453 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
Friday, Sept. 27,
7:45 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Reserve your seat now for Norm's Group bus trip to Mansfield. Proceeds benefit local charities through the Vermilion K of C #4539. This package includes motorcoach transportation, voucher for one ride on the carousel, lunch at The Blueberry Patch, admission to the Ohio State Reformatory and guided tour. Reservations/checks due by August 27. Cost: $130. Call 440-935-8026 to register. This trip involves a lot of walking and stair climbing.
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2024 Community Outreach Vascular Screenings
Screenings available:
- Stroke/carotid artery screening-$60
An ultrasound scan which screens for fatty plaque, the leading cause of strokes.
- Peripheral arterial disease screening-$60
Screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening-$60
An ultrasound scan that screens for the existence of enlargements in the aorta that can lead to a ruptured aortic artery.
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2024 Health & Wellness Lab Screenings
Screenings Available:
- Complete Blood Count with Metabolic & Lipid Panel-$45
Includes liver and kidney function studies, fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, HDL/LDL and triglyceride levels. No eating/drinking for
12 hours, water permitted.
A three-month report card on how well your blood sugars have been running. A test used to diagnose diabetes and/or evaluate how well your treatment plan is working.
- PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)-$30
- Vitamin D-$35
- TSH-$25
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Brain teaser trivia answers | |
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What is the best-selling ice cream flavor in the US? Vanilla
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True or False: When the two numbers on opposite sides of a dice are added together it always equals 7. True
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What is the only bird that can fly backward? Hummingbird
- In the puzzle below, enter numbers in each row and column to arrive at the end totals. Only numbers 1 through 9 are used, and each only once.
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