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Weekly Community Newspaper Page www.TheTownCommon.com February 7 - 13, 2018 Call 978-462-6162 www.visitingangels.com/newburyport Senior Care for Peace of Mind. • Meal Preparation • Errands • Assistance with Mobility • Friendly Companionship • Respite Care for Families • Light Housekeeping • Bathing Assistance • Alzheimer/Dementia Care • Up to 24 Hour Care • Medication Reminders www.visitingangels.com/newburyport www.VistingAngels.com 978-462-6162 LAND---LAND---LAND Continued from page 6 BYFIELD new listing! Half acre lot, level, vacant and ready to be built upon No covenants, no builder tie-in $185,000 wild birds in the Joppa backyard, Deb brings them inside to measure, weigh, examine, and then release them. The unique band that Deb places carefully on each bird’s leg connects other bird researchers with the data she’s collected. You’ll learn about your own backyard birds and why they’re here while watching scientific research in action. All ages welcome. Since bird safety is dependent on weather conditions, this WEST NEWBURY Builders and Contractors 10 acres with 3 ANR lots Build 3 single family homes or 6 duplex homes Plans available $750,000 Contact your Advertising Consultant today! AMESBURY Builders and Contractors P: 978-948-8696 • F: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com 9 acres of land with feasibility study for 8 cluster zoned homes $450,000 NEWBURY Coming on the market after perc season 23 acres of pasture land Kathryn O’Brien (978) 465-1322 kathrynobrien@remax.net Andover Newbury (home office) Specializing in “New Beginnings, Happy Endings and Smooth Transactions.” program will not be held in inclement weather. If in doubt, please call ahead to confirm that the program is on for the day. Sun, Feb 11, 2018 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. FREE. Drop-in program, no preregistration required. For more information, call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the website at www.massaudubon.org/ joppaflatsprograms. A TALE OF TWO BEACHES How did Plum Island and Salisbury Beach evolve from remote and inhospitable barrier beaches into popular beachfront destinations? Why do they have such distinct personalities? With the help of dozens of fascinating photos, maps, documents and postcards, presenter John Macone will explain “A Tale of Two Beaches.” Macone is the former editor of the Daily News of Newburyport and coauthor of the book Plum Island and Salisbury Memories, and currently works as the development specialist for the Merrimack River Watershed Council. Sunday, February 11th from 2-3pm. Newburyport Public Library, 94 State St, Newburyport, (978) 465- 4428 www.newburyportpl.org/ RUMORS See Page 2 SUNDAY AFTERNOON IN SPAIN! Renaissance and Baroque Spain, that is. The period-instrument trio Très Maresienne will take you there in a concert in Ipswich presented by The Cambridge Society for Early Music (CSEM): “La Folia — Renaissance & Baroque Masterpieces from Spain.” Très Maresienne is a Boston-area trio named in honor of Marin Marais, the great French Baroque composer and gambist. This is no ordinary trio! Violin and viola da gamba are combined with a changing array of early plucked instruments—in this concert, with vihuela and baroque guitar. Formed in 2012, the trio is known for innovative and deeply researched programs that traverse the rich historical terrains of Renaissance and Baroque Europe and the New World. Violinist Lisa Brooke, concertmaster of Symphony by the Sea and other groups, is noted for her “unusually intelligent and sensitive playing.” Carol Lewis is a “zestful and passionate champion” of the viola da gamba, and Olav Chris Henriksen has appeared widely in the U. S. and Europe on the lute, theorbo, and early guitars. He lectures at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and performs on instruments from the museum’s collection. Join us at Ascension Memorial Church, 31 County St., Ipswich, Sunday, February 11th at 4 PM. Tickets at the door (cash or check): $30 /$25 for seniors / students free. Prepaid tickets through the CSEM website: www.csem.org. Information: 617-489-2062; cambridgesociety@ comcast.net. DEL SOL STRING QUARTET See Page 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13th PROPERTY FRAUD WATCH ALERT PROGRAM Join us on Tuesday Feb. 13, 10 a.m. when representatives from the Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds return to the Georgetown Senior Community Center to explain the benefits of the free Property Fraud Watch alert notification program. The new program available through Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds protects property owners from fraud and scams. For further information, please call the COA at 978-352-5726. MOLST PRESENTATION MOLST (Medical Orders for Life- Sustaining Treatment) form is a way for you to document your preferences for life-sustaining treatment and communicate these as medical orders to be honored across all healthcare settings in Massachusetts. MOLST gives patients the ability to accept or refuse a variety of medical treatments after engaging in conversations with their medical provider. February 13 @ Noon, presentation by Debbi Logan. Refreshments provided. Limited seating, call 978-462-2412 by February 6th. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14th WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING ON CAPE ANN These very popular programs provide an excellent opportunity to explore one of the most productive birding areas in the country. To date, we have seen over 320 species of birds on these Wednesday field trips. Wed, Feb 14, 2018 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Meet in Gloucester at the Friendly’s restaurant at the first traffic circle on Route 128. Fee: members, $14; nonmembers, $17. No preregistration required. For more information, call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the website at www. massaudubon.org/joppaflatsprograms. YOGA FOR KIDS See Wednesday, February 7th YOGA See Wednesday, February 7th ROUNDTABLE The Civil War Roundtable of the Merrimack will meet at 7:30 PM on Wednesday Ferbruary 14th at the East Parish Methodist Church, Salisbury Square (route 1), Salisbury, MA. Our February meeting will feature a Civil War “Show and Tell.” Participants will have an opportunity to present Civil War artifacts or discuss their ancestral involvement in the conflict. Admission is free and anyone with an interest in America’s Civil War is invited to attend. For more information visit our web page www.cwrtmerrimack.org or call Tom at (978) 462-8518.
February 7 - 13, 2018 www.TheTownCommon.com Page 9 Health & Wellness BY J. PETER ST. CLAIR, DMD I remember one time seeing a commercial for a cholesterol medication in which the person playing the doctor says, “I wish my patients could see what I see.” I think there are two ways to look at that statement. The commercial showed an image of animated artery walls clogging with particles of plaque clinging to one another making the opening of the artery smaller and smaller. This is a visual that is easy to understand. The second, and more subtle way to take this statement, is the doctor wishing that patients could see what happens to people over time with and without compliance to taking medication or changing their diet. If patients could only understand and use the vast experiences of the doctor to make better decisions for themselves, wouldn’t everyone choose to do all the “right” things for a better and healthier life? Conventional wisdom would say “yes” but reality says something different. I have been photographing Flu season is cutting a wide swath this winter, and seniors are being hit hard. Depending on your source, the flu shots we were given in the fall are between 10 percent and 30 percent effective. That’s not very good. The worst one this year is the Influenza A (H3N2) strain. Your protection will depend on the type of shot you got (trivalent or quadrivalent). If you’re over age 65, chances are you were given the highdose trivalent, which produces Brighter Smiles... teeth since dental school. When I tell a patient that I am going to take a series of pictures of their teeth the response I often hear is, “I just had x-rays taken.” When I explain that they are pictures and not x-rays it is not uncommon for the patient to ask, “Why?” or say, “No one has ever done this before.” I explain that the photographs are used for documentation and communication. Showing a patient visual images of their own teeth is by far the most powerful tool I use in practice. Patients often get frustrated when a dentist explains and recommends treatment they can’t see. Pictures help in telling the story and help patients make better informed decisions. When displaying the images and giving the patient a tour of their own mouth, the patient will often say, “Wow, that doesn’t look good. I can’t believe that is in my mouth.” Photographs help in explaining why things look the way they do. From there it is easier to explain to patients what to expect in the future. Photographs are invaluable for this exercise and most patients appreciate being able to see what I see. If a patient has not been to a dentist in a while or is seeing a new dentist who is doing a complete exam, photographs help patients with decision a better immune response. To keep tabs on how the flu is moving through your state, go online to your state’s department of health. Many of the sites have weekly updates showing lab-verified flu statistics, flu-like illness stats, hospitalizations and deaths. Or you can check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Influenza Surveillance Report. Look for the USA map and click on your state. You’ll also see that the age range that’s being hit the hardest is age 65 and over, followed by those in the 50-64 age range. One of the best ways to fend off the flu is to wash your hands frequently, especially after Seeing Helps Believing Senior Scene Flu Hitting Seniors Hard This Winter making. It is important to try to get the patient to look beyond the pictures and envision where they want to be 5, 10, 20+ years down the road. The goal is for the dentist to tie their experience together with where the patient is currently, where they are headed, and give them the opportunity to potentially change the course of their future. Northern Essex Fuel Corp. Automatic Delivery 24 Hour Burner Service Reliable . Honest . Friendly Service (978)388-5240 Prices subject to change. The Town Common This approach may be different for some patients. It is easy to get overwhelmed by any new approach, but it is important to keep an open mind. Photographs of your own mouth in the dental office are an important part of the doctor/patient relationship, because communication is the key to any relationship. You, as a patient, should look beyond today and make choices for ANY aspect of your health based on where you want to be in the future. Take advantage of the knowledge you gain from all your experiences and make decisions that you feel are right for you. Dr. St. Clair maintains a private dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport dedicated to healthcentered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you would like to see written about or questions you have please email them to him at jpstclair@stclairdmd.com. You can view all previously written columns at www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com/ blog. you’ve been out. At the grocery store, make use of sanitizing wipes on cart handles, or slather the handles with alcohol-based hand sanitizer. When you get home, wash your hands before you put away the groceries, and even before you pet the dog or cat that’s been waiting for you. Other helpful ideas are to use your own pen at the bank. Keep your hands away from your face. Wrap antibacterial wipes around doorknobs and leave them there until they dry. Wipe down the refrigerator door handle, microwave buttons and cellphone the same way. And did I mention washing your hands?. Recycle This Newspaper (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc. Dr. Laura anne Potvin, P.C. oPtoMetriStS EYE CARE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! 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All Phases of Dental Care Including: • Grinding/Clenching/TMJ Therapy • Sleep Apnea/Snoring Treatment Learn More: www.stclairdmd.com Please call our office to schedule a comlimentary 30-minute consultation. 151 Central Street, Rowley | 978-948-2030 GERMAN LESSONS Professional Interior Painting ~~~~~~ Jay's Painting 978-314-0140 * Free 1 st Lesson * Private Tutor Contact * Beginners your advertising consultant Recycle This today.... * Children Newspaper 77 * Wethersfield No Stress Street, Rowley, MA 01969 * Call advertise@thetowncommon.com or text Roxana 978-948-8696 Share the Gift * (978) 255-3139 of Reading
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