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Welcome to our digital edition of the January/February issue of Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond, featuring our original cover by local artist Virginia K. Phillips!

We cover a wide range of topics to enrich your journey to “Better Living After 50.” Read about two authors whose books are set in Northeast Ohio and learn why it’s such a rich setting for their popular fiction series.

Meanwhile, don’t let the cold weather and grey skies keep you cooped up indoors. We’ve got hundreds of trails and parks to explore; many hiking enthusiasts say winter is their favorite time of year.

When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? Find helpful tips in our story about natural solutions to improve your Zzzs.

New grandparent? Not so fast. A lot has changed since we were raising our babies. We’ve got you covered with an overview about infant care, 2021-style.

How do you know if it’s time to consider alternative medicine? We break down what it is, what’s safe, and why integrative and complementary treatments are valuable tools that local physicians recommend for some of their patients.

We’ve only touched on a few stories in our jam-packed January/February issue. Look for it, and enjoy!

Print copies are coming to newsstands (Marc’s, Discount Drug Mart, Giant Eagle and others) soon. Of course, Boomer Insider Club members get our print issue mailed directly to their homes. But if you’re out and about, look for our next issue featuring winter hikes throughout Northeast Ohio.

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Look for the January/February issue of Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond coming to newsstands (Marc's, Discount Drug Mart, Giant Eagle and others) starting Jan. 21. Of course, Boomer Insider Club members get our print issue mailed directly to their homes. But if you're out and about, look for our next issue featuring winter hikes throughout Northeast Ohio, just for starters. You can also read the issue online at northeastohioboomer.com. You'll find a wide range of topics that will enrich your journey to “Better Living After 50.” ...

Digital literacy is not only about video calls or social media. Its ability to help us make emotional connections is one very important benefit for the social creatures that we are. ...

The single most important benefit of digital literacy is the communication options it provides for maintaining emotional connectedness despite physical distancing. ...

Many hearing aids now automatically “stream” telephone sound from either an Android or iPhone smartphone directly to a hearing aid, with the transmitted sound customized to the person’s hearing loss. This generally provides improved perception of phone sound, better clarity if you are receiving a call in a noisy place, and a hands-free experience.     ...

Every kid who grew up in Cleveland in the mid-’50s and ‘60s remembers Captain Penny, who hosted a popular, locally produced children’s show. In his trademark railroad engineer uniform, Captain Penny introduced his young audience to classic comedy shows like The Three Stooges. Other regular features were an adoptable pet segment called “Pooch Parade,” Jungle Larry’s exotic animals, and conversations with Mister F.W. Nickelsworth. He encouraged picky eaters to join the Clean Plate Club. Mr. Jingeling stopped by at Christmastime. ...

We asked our favorite foodies — including our cover subject Chef Eric Wells — for book suggestions this time around. Food and the holidays go together like turkey and stuffing, mini-marshmallows and sweet potatoes, fruitcake and… nothing. You get the point. Enjoy! ...