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Romancing the Kitchen (Find this article in the Food & Dining section)

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 19:26:40 +0000

Often called the heart of the home, the kitchen can be filled with romance for newlyweds eager to explore and discover the multi-sensory delights of whipping up meals together. Spending time in the kitchen to entertain friends and family can also cast a seductive spell on couples as they bond over making guests feel welcomed...

Internationally acclaimed band, Po’Girl, performs at Androscoggin

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:05:30 +0000

Internationally acclaimed band, Po'Girl, performs at Androscoggin
Yacht Club, Wayne on August 21 at 8 PM. Band member and Wayne native
Ben Sidelinger delights in providing this CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY BENEFIT.
Po'Girl's fluid and joyous musicality is one of the group's most
endearing and irresistible features.
Po' Girl weaves a blend of musical influences, sweetness, grit & soul
into their fresh and original sound. Since the band's birth in 2003,
they have been winning devoted and growing numbers of fans across 4
continents and 13 countries with their powerful, passionate and spirited
live shows.
The interplay between Allison Russell, Awana Teixeira, Ben Sidelinger,
and Mikey "Lightning" August is truly something to behold. They are
distinct voices with incredible harmonies; multiple instrumentalists who
bring the perfect sound to each song and songwriters who pen poetic
tunes you'll find yourself humming. A wide array of instruments-from
gutbucket bass, accordion, clarinet, banjo, dobro, guitar, to electric
bass, glockenspiel, piano, harmonica, bicycle bells and drums, which
they frequently trade off with each song. Impossible to put this band
in a tidy little box-they're equally at home in Cameroon playing at the
World Music Festival, or the International Jazz Festival, Montreal, the
Winnipeg Folk Festival, Australia or Amsterdam.
Suffice to say Po'Girl makes 21st Century roots music, urban roots -
never derivative, not faithfully aping to a beloved tradition. Russell,
Teixeira, Sidelinger, and August don't re-hash the old forms, they
reshape and reinvigorate them for new ears. Like genuine gypsies, they
wander and play - out on the international road bringing their unique
brand of pan North Americana to a widespread audience 275 days of the
year....Always restless, they write their flashes of sadness, loss, good
love, faint dreams of home into songs that matter deeply to them. Like
any good art, they are little acts of self rescue. So you should
listen. You aren't much different from them, and who couldn't use a
little rescuing these days?
Po'Girl released their 5th studio album Follow Your Bliss this April in
Holland and England to critical acclaim.Tickets for the Androscoggin
Yacht Club show on August 21 are available at the Cary Memorial Library
or by calling 685-3855 or by email to lsidelinger@hotmail.com. Tickets
are $12.

6 Common Summertime Dangers

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:56:49 +0000

Did you know that more accidents occur during the warm weather months than any other time of year? As people head outdoors and enjoy what summer has to offer, they're not always the most careful. Here are potential dangers right around the corner.

* Sunburn: Failure to apply -- and reapply -- sunblock can result in a nasty burn. Not only can it be painful, it could lead to dangerous skin cancer.

* Dehydration: Couple hot weather with outdoor exertion and a person can quickly get thirsty. Failure to replenish liquid lost through sweating and activity can result in dehydration. Fainting, feeling nauseous and headaches can occur.

* Food poisoning: Hot weather and improperly stored food can result in food poisoning. If you'll be eating outdoors, cold foods must remain cold and hot foods should be kept warm to prevent spoilage. Don't eat any food that has been sitting outside for more than an hour. Food poisoning symptoms often come on suddenly and can include vomiting and diarrhea.

* Insects: Bugs love warm weather, too. Mosquitos, bees, wasps, spiders, and all of the other winged and multi-legged creatures come out from their roosts when the temperature climbs. It's more common for people to come in contact with potentially poisonous or bothersome insects.

* Water: Drownings in pools, lakes and rivers definitely increase as the weather gets warmer. Always practice the utmost care in and around water. Safety vests are essential.

* Vehicles: Longer amounts of sunshine tend to keep people outdoors longer. This can mean running errands or cruising around with the top down. With more cars on the road, vehicular accidents can increase, primarily when alcohol is involved.

Enjoy your summer by staying safe and avoiding common dangers

Dispelling the Many Myths Associated With Sun Exposure

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:55:45 +0000

The arrival of summer is almost universally welcomed with open arms. After a long winter or rain-soaked spring, summer sun can be just what the doctor ordered.

But spending too much time in the sun can prove dangerous as well. Adding to those dangers is the common misconceptions associated with sun exposure, many of which give summer revelers a false sense of security when spending time outdoors. The following myths might be commonly believed, but that doesn't make them true.

* Myth: Sunburns are only possible when it's really sunny. Even on an overcast day it's possible to suffer a severe sunburn. UV radiation can penetrate clouds, so be sure to check UV levels before heading outside, even if it doesn't appear as if the sun is out.

* Myth: Certain skin types are safe from skin cancer. People with olive skin commonly feel as if they're immune to skin cancer. However, skin cancer knows no skin type, and everyone is at its mercy when spending time outdoors without protection. While people with darker skin have a lesser risk of skin cancer than fair-skinned folks, that doesn't mean they are immune.

* Myth: Sun bathers are the only ones susceptible to skin cancer. Even normal, every day exposure to sun makes people susceptible to skin cancer. Sunburns can occur whether a person is walking the dog or washing the car. While sun bathers are at a greater risk, that reality doesn't make routine exposure any safer.

* Myth: Self tanners protect skin from the sun. Fake tans do not improve the body's ability to protect itself from the sun. Be sure to wear sun block even if skin has been darkened with a self tanner.

* Myth: My skin tans and doesn't burn, so I don't need sunblock. UV rays can damage living cells, and the skin often turns brown as a means of protecting itself from these harmful rays. So just because the skin turns brown instead of red doesn't make it any more safe from the sun than skin that reddens upon exposure.

* Myth: Cosmetics that contain sunscreen provide adequate sun protection. Moisturizers and foundations with sunscreen can be adequate when the skin is exposed for very short periods of time. However, those planning to spend ample time outdoors should use a separate sunscreen to protect skin. Oftentimes, beauty products that contain sunscreen have an sun protection factor far below the recommended SPF 30.

* Myth: Skin cancer is easily treated. Like all cancers, skin cancer can metastasize and spread to other parts of the body. What's more, there is no cure for skin cancer, and treatment options include surgery and chemotherapy. Any changes in the skin should immediately be reported to your physician.

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