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SENIOR LIVING
• Wills • Trusts • Probate • Powers of Attorney • Nursing Home Planning • Real Estate
A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS
Keep Skin Healthy By Knowing Sunscreen Facts The best way to care for skin is to be smart about sun exposure. Too much unprotected exposure to the sun can cause a host of problems, from premature wrinkling to skin cancer. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, millions of cases of skin cancer are reported each year, & many more may go undetected. The best way to protect skin from the sun is to stay out of the sun. When that is not feasible, using a broad-spectrum sunscreen can guard against damage from ultraviolet radiation. Although sunscreen is an enormous help, it is not foolproof. Sunburns & skin damage can occur even when using sunscreen, & user error accounts for much of that damage. To get the best results from any sunscreen product, consumers can educate themselves about proper application & avoid information inaccuracies. Myth: The best sunscreen is the one with the highest SPF. Actually, the best sunscreen is the one you will use regularly. Make sure you like the scent & feel of the sunscreen. Decide if you prefer a sunscreen that is grouped together with a moisturizer or a makeup foundation. Try sunscreens that are lotions or sticks to figure out which application works best for you. Make sure the sunscreen has an adequate sun protection factor. Myth: I only need sunscreen on sunny days. The sun can prove harmful even on cloudy days. You may not be safe indoors, either, particularly if you spend a good deal of time next to an open window. Window glass will only block certain types of UV light, making sunburn possible even if you are indoors or riding in a car. It’s a good habit to apply sunscreen daily regardless of if you will be out in the sun. Myth: Spray sunscreens are as effective as others. Spray products may not deliver enough sunscreen to the skin because droplets are dispersed unevenly. Also, the propellents used in spray sunscreens could be harmful if inhaled. Opt for sunscreens that are applied by hand & can be adequately coated over all areas of skin. Myth: Sunscreen does not need to be reapplied, especially if it’s water-resistant. There is no such thing as a waterproof sunscreen. The Food & Drug Administration recently prohibited the use of the term “waterproof” because consumers falsely believed their sunscreen products would not wash off. Water-resistant sunscreens will be effective for a certain number of minutes before they need to be reapplied, usually between 40 - 90 minutes. If you have been sweating profusely or have been in the water for awhile, play it safe & reapply often. Myth: A little drop of sunscreen is all that’s needed. Many people are applying far too little sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun. The average person needs about an ounce of lotion to cover his or her entire body. Think about the size of a shot glass & use that amount.
Celebrate Dairy Month Enjoy Harvard Milk Days June 2nd - 4th at the Milky Way Park in McHenry County. This event showcases a weekend of fun: A parade, carnival, food, fireworks, petting zoo & other animals, races, contests & entertainment, prince & princess contest, milk run/walk, bed race preliminaries, antique tractor display, golf outing, big wheel races, junior dairy cattle show, chain saw carving & more. www.milkdays.com
John H. Maville Attorney At Law 815-544-3165 www.mavillelaw.com Suite 307, 600 S. State, Belvidere
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The 20th Annual Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau® Foundation Farm Breakfast will be held June 17th at the Family Af-Ayr Farm at 2880 Krupke Rd., Caledonia. Breakfast will be served from 6:30 - 11 AM. Activities include a milking demonstration, craft show, horse drawn wagon rides, children’s games, petting zoo, Cow Pie Bingo, antique tractor display & more. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 children ages 6-10, & children under 5 are free.
This Month’s Healthy Recipe STRAWBERRY DIP Nutrition Facts Recipe Provided By The U of I Extension Office
Servings Per Recipe: 15 Servings
Ingredients 3 oz. low fat cream cheese, softened 2 Tbsp. sugar 8 oz. low fat vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, crused
Amount Per Serving:
Directions 1. Blend cream cheese and sugar. 2. Mix in yogurt and berries 3. Refrigerate until serving time. 4. Servce with sliced apples or graham crackers
Calories 30 Fat 1 g Sodium 35 mg Carbohydrates 4 g Fiber 0 g Protein 1 g
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Belvidere Funeral Home Inc. 203 Logan Ave., Belvidere
Family Owned & Operated Since 1906 Colin A. Jensen - Funeral Director
BOONE COUNTY
SENIOR LIVING A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS
We Offer:
The History Of The American Flag
• Tradition Services • Cremation Services • Pre-Planning Services
Why Pre-Plan? √ Peace Of Mind √ Personal Choice √ Lower Costs
To Schedule A Free Consultation, Please Call
815-544-2121 www.belviderefh.com
• Cremation Burials • Frank Lloyd Wright Pettit Chapel • Pre-Burial Arrangements
Cemetery Lots $800 - $850 Grave Openings $900 (Weekends Slightly More)
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SHADLEY APARTMENTS 1151 NETTIE STREET, BELVIDERE • MANAGED BY LUDWIG AND COMPANY •
SECTION 8 AFFORDABLE HOUSING These conveniently located and newly rehabbed, one bedroom apartments in Belvidere are specially designed for seniors and people with disabilities. Shadley Apartments is customized to facilitate independent living in a fully equipped apartment among friends and neighbors who share similar interests. Please contact Kelly Sumwalt (815) 547-5255 Property Manager for private showing.
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Belvidere Family
YMCA
• For Youth Development • For Healthy Living • For Social Responsibility
815-547-5307
• Programs Recommended By Arthritis Foundation • Silver Sneakers • Gymnasium & Fitness Center With Trained Staff • Fitness Classes Free With Membership • 85 Degree Swimming Pool • Adult Lap & Open Times Throughout The Day • Discounted And Subsidized Memberships
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National flags serve to unite citizens of a given country. Flags wave proudly in front of government buildings & schools, & they also identify athletes during international sporting competitions. Flags also serve as symbols of honor for members of the military & their families. For more than 200 years, the American flag has been a symbol of unity & pride in the United States. The red, white & blue flag has a storied history & has gone through various incarnations. The following are some of the more interesting facts pertaining to the American flag. • Six different flag designs were flown before Betsy Ross announced that she had sewn the official American flag including a series of alternating red & white stripes, the Liberty Tree, the Sons of Liberty, & the Forester flag designs. The Continental Army once used a flag featuring a snake with the mantra “Don’t Tread on Me.” • On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress proposed & passed the Flag Act of 1777. This resolution was designed to facilitate the creation of an official flag for a nation that was aiming to earn its independence from Great Britain. The flag was to have thirteen stripes, alternating red & white, with thirteen white stars on a blue field. The thirteen stars signified the original members of the Union. • The American flag remained unchanged until 1795, when the stripes & stars were increased to 15 for the addition of Kentucky & Vermont to the Union. • After seeing the new 15-star & striped flag flying over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the poem that would eventually become the nation’s national anthem. • A sea captain from Massachusetts named William Driver named a large, 10-foot-by-17-foot flag “Old Glory” after it survived multiple defacing attempts during the American Civil War. Driver’s nickname of the flag inspired the name to be used for all American flags. • Although Flag Day was established as a formal national holiday in 1949, it was not made a federal holiday. Flag Day is only an official holiday in the state of Pennsylvania. This may be fitting because legend holds that Betsy Ross sewed the first flag in Pennsylvania. • Today’s flag features the original 13 alternating white & red stripes (in 1818, another design went into effect, permanently setting the number of stripes at 13 in honor of the original colonies) & 50 stars to represent the states of the Union. The colors of the flag signify as follows: red for hardiness & valor, white for purity & innocence, & blue for vigilance, perseverance & justice.
Make Travel A Key Component Of Retirement When the time comes to bid farewell to conference calls, meetings & daily commutes, retirees have open schedules to fill with whichever activities they choose. Travel is one exciting way to pass the time. Traveling can be a rewarding prospect for active seniors, particularly those who successfully preplanned for retirement & have the income to fund various excursions. Many seniors find that travel tops their to-do lists once they retire. The list of destinations retirees have at their disposal is limitless. The following ideas are some of the more popular ways retirees choose to travel. • Road trips rule. Taking to the highways is an excellent way to see the country. Seniors can customize their routes depending on which places they want to visit. RV travel can be as comfortable or as rustic as travelers prefer. Campsites & special RV hookup sites offer the other necessities of traveling the open road. • Genealogical tourism is popular. People hoping to trace their ancestry & visit their ancestral homelands are one of the fastest-growing travel segments. Such trips provide travelers with a unique opportunity to understand their roots up close & personal while enjoying some international travel along the way. • Exotic tours can be exciting destinations. History buffs or adventure-seeking couples may be particularly attracted to exotic travel destinations that are slightly off of the beaten path. Travel tours may take vacationers to destinations such as excavation sites or backpacking through the rain forest. • Enjoy a relaxing seaside trip. A seaside vacation can be the perfect trip for seniors who want to put their feet up & sip some cocktails while watching the waves lap the shores. Many beach resorts offer all-inclusive packages for different age groups. Meals, excursions & rooms can be bundled into one affordable price. • Go cruising. Speaking of all-inclusive vacationing, cruising seems tailor-made for those ages 50 & older because it offers the convenience of accommodations, food, entertainment, & transportation all in one. The various activities offered on the ship mean travelers can find ways to spend their time how they see fit.
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Dos & Don’ts Of Donating Items To Charity Donating gently used household items, toys, furniture, and clothing to charity has many benefits. Such donations can help the less fortunate, while donors can take advantage of tax benefits while decluttering their homes. There is also an environmental advantage to donating items rather than putting them in the trash. Goodwill Industries International, Inc. says that, over the last few years, generous people have helped to keep billions of pounds of clothing and household items out of landfills. Organizations that collect donations put them to use in many different ways. A portion of donated items may be sold in charity shops & other retail centers. This provides an avenue for less fortunate individuals to purchase items that are steeply discounted from regular retail prices. Some clothing donations are sold to recycling manufacturers who turn them into rags or industrial cleaning materials. Donated clothing & other items may even end up in the hands of private enterprises, who then sell it in developing nations at costs lower than regularly imported clothing, providing an affordable way for people living in poverty overseas to purchase items for themselves & their families. The organizations then put the money made from such sales toward their operational expenses & to develop programs to continue to help the less fortunate. Charities like Goodwill & The Salvation Army indicate on their websites that proceeds from charity & thrift shops go directly to support education, work & drug rehab programs. Individuals who choose to donate goods to charity can follow a few tips to ensure their donations go as smoothly as possible. DO walk around the house & gather items that are no longer being used. Look in basements, closets, garages, sheds, attics, & anywhere you are inclined to stash items to get them out of the way. Pay special attention to materials that you haven’t used in months or years. DON’T donate just anything. Ensure that items are in working condition & are in good repair. Don’t give away things with rips or stains. Make sure electronics you plan to donate are operational. DO call first to find out any rules or restrictions regarding donations. Some groups won’t accept items that have been recalled or do not meet current safety standards (think some baby gear). Specialty items like computers, vehicles or mattresses may have specific requirements for donations. DON’T overlook the idea of selling items privately at a garage or yard sale & then donating the funds to the charity. This way the organizations save time sorting & refurbishing donations, & they still benefit from the financial donations. Garage sale ad deadline is Noon on Tuesday. Ads start at just $8.25, call for pricing and information at 815-544-2166. DO see if the charity will pick up large items. Many organizations have their own fleet of vans & trucks & will have specific pickup windows during certain months. This helps make the donation process more efficient, & can reduce the hassle on donors. DON’T forget to receive a market value of the used items donated to the charity & a receipt. This will help you when it comes time to claim charitable donations during tax season. Consider donating to the following organizations in Boone County: The Salvation Army Store, 122 S. State Street, Belvidere and the Belvidere/Boone County Food Pantry, 200 5th Street, Capron.
Upcoming Events: Boone County Council On Aging - 15th Annual Healthy Living Expo, Tuesday, June 6th, 9 AM - Noon at Belvidere North High School, 9393 Beloit Rd. (Beloit Rd. entrance only) The event is free and includes free Continental breakfast, free glucose & blood pressure screenings, free hearing tests by the Lion’s Hearing Bus. Bloodmobile - Rock River Valley Blood Center, 50+ vendor exhibits, four speakers, K-9 demonstrations, comfort dog visits and door prizes with a grand prize of $100 WalMart gift card. For more information call 815-544-9893. Heritage Woods Of Belvidere - Ties & Pies Father’s Day Cookout, Friday, June 16th, 11 AM - 1 PM. Wear your favorite tie, eat your favorite pie and visit with your favorite guy! Spend some time with your father at our Father’s day cookout. Starting at 11 AM. 4730 Squaw Prairie Road, Belvidere, 815-544-9495. Memory Cafe - Enhance & elevate your experience, education, knowledge, understanding of memory loss in a relaxed atmosphere. June 20th at 6 PM and every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Event is held at the Steam Plant Restaurant, 123 Meadow Street, Belvidere and sponsored in partnership with Northwoods Care Centre & Maplecrest Care Centre. For information contact 815-544-9893.
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Our customer experience is second to none. Fancy financial products and services mean nothing if they don’t focus on your needs. We are a team of trusted financial advisors focused on helping individuals, families and business owners address their unique wealth management goals and wealth transfer wishes. Our commitment to you is defined by three core attributes: accessibility, comprehensiveness of our services and our experience. To discuss your individual options, contact Alpine Trust & Investment Group, today. Investment and insurance products are: not products of Alpine Bank; not FDIC insured; not guaranteed; and, may be subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal.
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JUDY’S ANTIQUE SALE
SATURDAY ONLY! JUNE 3RD, 9 AM - 3 PM (?) Copy Machine; Office Desk; Office Supplies; File Cabinets; Overhead Projector; Dry Erase Board; Weedeater; Kid’s Table & Chairs; Lots Of Miscellaneous!
1455 McKinley Ave., Belvidere 815-547-1770
FRIDAY, JUNE 2ND, 9 AM - 5 PM SATURDAY, JUNE 3RD, 9-NOON *
20% OFF
IN STOCK MERCHANDISE
Opening Saturday June 3rd 10 AM
The Attic Is Clean! Over 75 Years Of Collectible Treasures! Vintage Toys & Games Vintage Glassware Household Lawn & Garden Holiday Decor TOO MUCH TO LIST, EVERYTHING MUST GO!
Friday & Saturday, June 2nd & 3rd 9 AM-5 PM 4300 Hunter Road, Poplar Grove Watch for signs
*Excludes School Jackets 1467 McKinley Ave., Belvidere 815-544-9898
SELL or BUY Call 815-544-2166 or stop at
BOONE COUNTY SHOPPER 112 Leonard Court, Belvidere
Vendor Market Unique Creations • Vintage One of a Kind Items • Upcycled Goods
“ Green County “ PICKERS” Antique & Flea Market ”
GUN SHOW June 9th, 10th & 11th Winnebago County Fairgrounds Pecatonica, IL Large selection of guns & ammo for sale. Call for more info. 563-608-4401
Saturday, June 3rd 8am-5pm • Sunday, June 4th 8am-3pm Green County Fairgrounds
Fri. 4-9 PM • Sat. 9 AM-5 PM • Sun. 9 AM-3 PM
Vendor spots available: 608-325-9159 or go to www.greencountyfair.net
HUGE 9 FAMILY SALE: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7AM-6PM. 11801 Pony Lane, Beloit and Orth Road, orange signs. We take credit cards! Lots of Halloween, fall, Christmas and wedding decor; baby and children’s clothes; shoes; toys; games; books, educational and craft supplies; Baby Bjorn; Pack n’ Play; doll houses; adult and junior name brand clothes; coats; special occasion shoes, purses and jewelry; electronics; boom box; TVs; Playstation 3; Rockband; Meile vacuum; light fixtures; VCR, DVDs, CDs; yarn and fabric; Michael Jordan and Dr. Seuss collectibles; lots of household; bedding; pictures and rugs; juicers; bikes; lawn dethatcher and much, much more! GARAGE SALE: Friday, Saturday, Sunday Orth Road, between Rt. 76 and Poplar Grove Road. Oak tea cart; mirrored hall tree; antiques; lamps; signed wall art; trench coats; bird houses; books; golf items; jewelry.
BEL MAR DRIVE Neighborhood garage sales (close to corner of Logan Avenue and Rt. 20). Thursday and Friday, June 1st2nd, open 8AM-6PM. Everything priced to sell. You’re sure to find some treasures in these sales! GARAGE SALE: Thursday 8AM4PM, Friday 8AM-1PM. Something for everyone! Priced to sell. L-shaped couch; Queen Anne recliner; wicker glass top coffee table; car storage topper; knick knacks; some clothing; rugs; odd & ends; a few antiques. 915 Sullivan Drive. 48+ FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE: Saturday, June 3rd 8AM-4PM. 4500 Spring Creek, 61114. GARAGE SALE: Everything priced to go! Household; lamps; toys; perennials; purses; clothes (kids/juniors). Saturday 10AM-3PM. 616 Perry Street.
522 S. State Street, Belvidere • 815-218-4526
2600 10th Street, Monroe, WI
OV ER 150 $2 Admission ven dor booths ! Food Vendors Too! This is a fundraiser for our 4-H kids!
June 9th - 10th
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GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 2nd and Saturday, June 3rd, 8AM-5PM. 946 West Perry Street, Belvidere. Little Tikes swing set; Step 2 kitchen; 18 foot round swimming pool with sand pump; 2 lawn mowers; girls size 3T-8; adult clothes; household items and much more! GARAGE SALE: June 1st-3rd, 9AM5PM. 2418 Huntington Drive. Dog crate; fish tank; long formal dresses; women’s/ men’s clothes; tab curtains; older stereo with speakers; much miscellaneous. GARAGE SALE: Saturday 9AM-6PM. 1912 Northwood, off Appleton. Beds; patio table set; fish tank; bird cage; desk; office items; new Temurpedic pillow; house decor; lights; plumbing; hardware; crown molding; leaf blower; yard lights; garden items; kid, teen, ladies clothes and shoes, 50¢
GARAGE SALE: Thursday, Friday 8AM-4PM, Saturday 8AM-12PM. Lots of name brand teen and adult clothing, small sizes; men and teen clothing, shoes; large mirrors; vintage suitcases; fishing poles; industrial utility cart; desk; mini fridge; washer; outdoor cushions; household items & much more. 412 Applewood Ln., Wynwood Subdivision. RIVERBEND NORTH HOA annual garage sales, June 9th and 10th, Friday and Saturday, 9AM-4PM. 5410 SHATTUCK ROAD, Belvidere. Weather is finally going to be better! Huge garage sale yet again, more stuff added! Including 2 fishing boats! Lotsa stuff! Friday, Saturday 9AM5PM, Sunday 9AM-3PM.
Friday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Saturday, 8:00 AM - Noon At Zion Lutheran Church Sponsored By Women Of Zion & Zion Youth. Zion Lutheran Church, Corner of Sixth St. & Pearl St. www.belviderezion.org • 815-547-6102 A & G HAULING and clean up. Clean out garages, basements, etc. Reasonable rates. You call, we haul! Arnie 815-2227072, or Gary 815-979-1075.
HORSES AND MINIS BOARDED: Reasonable rates, reliable care. 4 miles north of Boone County Fairgrounds. Penny, 815-505-1684.
COMPUTER VIRUS REMOVAL and performance tuning. Top rated and local computer and laptop repair. AIDA Electronics, 13549 Julie Drive, Poplar Grove, 815-765-0300, aidaelectronics. com.
FOR SALE: 2007 PT Cruiser. 101K miles, over $2,000 in new parts in last 2 years, $900. Call 815-491-3412. NEED PAINTING? Interior and exterior. Local family owned and operated. Call All About Painting, 815-975-9692.
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