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If you put pen to paper, later on, your grandchildren can have the love embedded in your handwritten pages to hold in their hands when they are old enough to appreciate them. Those of us who have experienced the pleasure of having a grandparent’s handwritten recipes understand that special feeling. ...

 

 

My thanks to Emerson, Lake & Palmer for a convenient headline. Spring is in the air, music everywhere and Janice Olszewski has a new book about Northeast Ohio’s historic performance venues.

Oh, who am I kidding? Jan is my co-author for our latest book, “Smoky, Sweaty, Rowdy, and Loud: Tales of Cleveland’s Legendary Rock & Roll Landmarks.”

We do not cover all the venues in this first volume. There are too many to include and way too many stories. The research was great fun but the only real problem was picking out the best stories from each venue.  

One of the most surprising aspects was how well the artists who played here remembered even the smallest details. Even though he debuted at Cleveland Music Hall in 1972 and played two sold-out dates at Public Hall just a few weeks later, David Bowie loved the Agoras. He played keyboards behind Iggy Pop at the location near Cleveland State and later with his band Tin Machine when Hank LoConti moved operations to East 50th and Euclid.

You can write volumes about the Agora and the people who played there. Bruce Springsteen’s 1978 show was the most heavily bootlegged concert ever, Free made its U.S. debut on that stage, Prince’s bodyguard roughed up a TV cameraman, U2 and The Police made a huge impact and Buddy Maver showed Elvis Costello’s manager why you NEVER insult The Plain Dealer’s rock critic Jane Scott.  Let’s just say it never happened again.

 

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Derek Hess booked Green Day at The Euclid Tavern after the band was starting to get really huge, and flat-out refused another act for “hygiene” issues. That huge cloud of powder that Trent Reznor threw out at Nine Inch Nail’s Empire Concert Club show wasn’t talcum, and Jimi Hendrix played a little-attended third show when he appeared here in March 1968.  

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Boredom grants children the opportunity to be alone with their thoughts and feelings, which create an environment for personal growth. This can help them learn about who they are and where their thoughts go without other influences. ...

Finding yourself sick in a foreign hospital is never part of your vacation plans, but you need to consider that possible risk when taking an overseas vacation.If you need a physician’s services after the inpatient stay or an ambulance trip or plane ride home, Medicare will not cover that cost. If the stay is covered, you still need to pay for covered services plus the co-insurance or deductibles you would normally have to pay. ...

By Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuagaza

Who doesn’t like the sun? Our skin.

One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. With sun season here, it’s a good time to review why skin cancer is a big risk, especially as we age.

Here are the top reasons we get skin cancer, and what we should watch, according to local dermatologist and skin cancer surgeon Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga.

Age

As we age, our cells become less and less efficient in their reproduction. That, combined with extra time in the sun, is a recipe for skin cancer.

“Most skin cancer patients are over 50 since there is a direct relationship between sun exposure over time and skin cancer,” says Dr. Garcia-Zuazaga.

It’s important to note that the most dangerous form of cancer, melanoma, can strike at any age. It’s one of the most common cancers among young adults.

Fair skin

“The Caucasian population is more at risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer is most commonly found on sun-exposed areas such as the scalp, face, hands and neck,” he says.

If you have very fair skin, avoiding the sun, using sunscreen and wearing sun-protective clothing are your best options to prevent skin cancer.

Personal or family history of skin cancer

“Statistics show that 50% of the population that have had a previous basal cell or squamous cell cancer will develop another within five years. This is why dermatologists recommend a skin check every six months. For melanoma, the guidelines recommend skin checks every four months,” Dr. Garcia-Zuagaza says.

Immunosuppression

Immunosuppressants are used for several reasons. Some people may need them to treat autoimmune diseases or as part of a transplant procedure.

“All patients taking these medications need to be aware of sun protection. In addition, these patients often have warts that develop. Any change in lesions such as crusty/scale/bleeding or pain should be evaluated promptly.”

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If you want a case of dog envy, check out the All-Around Dog Agility Championships, July 4-7 at Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field in Chagrin Falls.

The free event brings in more than 200 dogs and their handlers who will cajole, encourage and coax their canine charges to jump, climb, run, see-saw and weave their way through agility challenges.

No, your dog probably can’t do what they do. And, yes, it’s perfectly fine if yours takes power naps and begs for treats. Stop by anyway. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to watch as long as they’re on a leash. See how yours stacks up. You can test their agility aptitude on Saturday and Sunday in the Agility 101 ring for a $5 donation. Proceeds benefit Geauga County Humane Society’s Rescue Village.

To learn more about what your dog probably can’t do, but could if either of you really tried, go to usdaa.com

 

Tall Order

Ship Shape

You can enjoy the thrill of tall ships this summer without swabbing a deck or hoisting a sail.

The Tall Ships Challenge returns to Cleveland’s waterfront on July 11 for a four-day festival of live entertainment, historical exhibits, food and tours of the traditionally rigged sailing ships.

The event starts with a dramatic Parade of Sail at 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 with 10 ships from Canada, the United States and New Zealand. The Captain’s Reception and Opening Ceremony are at 7 p.m.

Gates open at 9:30 a.m. July 12, 13 and 14 with festival activities, exhibits and public ships boarding from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. Ninety-minute excursions aboard the Appledore IV, Appledore V and Inland Seas ships are available for an extra charge over regular admission.

You’ll find the Tall Ships Challenge just north of FirstEnergy Stadium. Buy discounted presale tickets at tallshipscle.com.

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