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contents4 Who Cares
from the Publisher and Editor
5 Our StoryHow Springfield Cares Magazinecame to be
7 Springfield CARES about FitnessColumn
8 Upcoming EventsChildren’s Miracle Network
10 A Thank You to BusinessesRonald McDonald House
11 An Evening in ParisFLiP
12 Yesterday’s News20.68 tons of recycled paper injust one day
13 Mammograms Save LivesAmerican Cancer Society
14 Big Brothers Big SistersItems of interest
15 Springfield Food DayCelebrationExplore the fun of eating real
advertisers32 BluCurrent Credit Union
9 CASA Champion for Children
9 CASA Holiday Cards
28 Clear Channel Radio
17 Farmers Gastropub
6 Fright Night at the Firehouse
22 Fulpower Enterprises
18 Greater Springfield Farmers' Market
2 OACAC
16 O'Reilly Hospitality Management
31 Premier Home Health Care
26 Rewards for Schools
17 Rolls-n-Bowls
13 Springfield Little Theatre
19 Calendar of EventsCharity Events for October
20 A Day of CaringThe 2011 United Way campaignkicks off
22 Teal to HealGYNCA
23 Go Red For WomenAmerican Heart Association
24 How Can You HelpHarmony House
25 Rotarians Gift of Time, Talent &Tools to Hickory GardensRotary Club of Springfield Metro
27 Portraits of HopeAmerican Cancer Society
29 GamesFun stuff
30 Premier Home Health CareHelpful Information
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2011
417-849-CAREwww.goicare.com
CARESCARES
staff advisory panelAmy MichaelPublisher
Phil DellasegaCreative Director
Cara TraskEditor
Michelle DeWittGraphic Design/Web Maintenance
Nicole MalinowskiDesigner
Ryan MulcahySales Executive
Jeff Gossman
Mary Valloni
Peter Edwards CIA
Beverly Roberts
Rebbecca Fenton COTA/L
Gerry Catapang PT, DPT
Ken Childers
Chris Shaefer
Becky Overend
Sharna Rittmaster
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Amy: Hello Springfield! Welcome to October! So many wonderful
events going on this month so check out our calendar online at
www.goicare.com!
Cara: I know! I am very excited for the BCFO “Crusin for
Cleavage” event! Also don’t forget thatwe are always look-
ing formore events for our calendar so email us if you know
of any that you don’t see on there. [email protected].
Amy: Speaking of events, did you know that any non prof-
it can have a FREE online directory and can also submit all
of their events to be placed on our online calendar,
Michelle is always looking to add new events to our list!
Cara: Of course I knew that… but I’m guessing that’s news
to some of our readers! Spread the word!
Hey, tell themabout that other thing! You know… the new thing!?
Amy: Ah yes, that thing. Well it's very exciting! We have decided
to set up a membership that is only available to those with 501c3
status. Our non-profits, or social profits as we like to call them can
become members of Springfield CARES!
Cara: It’s very cool! It lets them schedulewhen their articles andevents
will be featured in the magazine. It also gives them access
to a lot of other great features.
Amy: Absolutely! And the best part is, if we gather
enough members, we can reach the goal of having a real
community calendar, and a magazine that is the voice for
all of the social profits in our community.
Cara: Give us a call at 849-CARE or email us at
[email protected] and we will be happy to share the de-
tails of the new membership with you! Our goal is to have
at least 40 new members by the end of December!
Amy and Cara:Why?! Because Springfield CARES and so do
we!
Amy
Cara
News and Information about the Community from SpringfieldCARES Publisher Amy Michael and Editor Cara Trask
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“Wake up!” “Amy, wake up!” It was3am in August of 1992. I slowly
opened my eyes; the panic and fear onmy fathers face immediately brought me fully awake. He was try-ing to be quiet because my little sister was sleeping in the bunkaboveme. “I need you to drive, something is wrongwithmom,wehave to go to the hospital, right now!”
I threw on my shoes, still in my pajamas, and ran to help get mymother to the car. She was sobbing from the pain, bleeding every-where. I got behind the wheel, but I had only had my license forabout twoweeks and inmy panic, I backed straight into the fence.My father realized I was too terrified to drive, so I held my motherin the back seat, praying and hoping she would be okay. Eachbump and curve caused my mother to cry out in pain. We lived anhour from any hospital; the drive seemed like an eternity.
When we got to the hospital they took her away. She had beensick for a long time, but no one had any answers. She just keptgoing, pushing herself.When the doctors came back they said thather blood count was at only four and they were amazed that shewas even walking around, and yet she had been working by ourfathers side every day. They told us she had to have surgery im-mediately but that her low blood count made it likely that shewould suffer a stroke or heart attack. By now the entire familyhad shown up, and one by one each of us went in to say goodbyeto ourmother. Her face and armswere the same color as thewhitesheets; the only color came from her beautiful blue eyes. I still re-member how she smiled through her pain. While I was alone withher, she asked me to make a promise to be strong. I wasn’t readyto let her go. I didn’t want to make a promise. I wanted mymother. I was too young to be without her. We all were.
The surgery lasted 6 long hours; they had to remove a tumor thesize of her fist that had burst, along with half of the colon itself.While we waited my mind drifted back to the time when I wasonly 12. My grandmother DeVera suffered from bladder cancerthat had spread from her cervix and then all over. From the timewe found out she had cancer; she only lived 3 weeks. How can welose the two most important women in our lives? This wasn’t fair!What could we have done? We never knew what to do, where toturn or how to find help. I was determined to one-day find a wayto keep this from happening to anyone else, a way to inform,show support and create awareness.
She made it through her surgery, but it was touch and go for whatfelt like a never-ending week. The Hospital got to know us byname as we camped out in the waiting room, none of us wantingto leave. They gave us blankets and pillows and let us use theshower. I think they were as amazed as we were at our mother’sstrength. She survived that week and is a survivor to this day.
Years later I began my own company and named it dvLaRue DesignPrint and Development, after my Mother Sharon LaRue and myGrandmother DeVera LaRue. My mother showed strength and de-termination in the face of a deadly disease; my grandmother had adeep well of kindness and empathy along with the ability to makeeach of her grandchildren feel like the only child there. I named thecompany after them so that I could always remember to runmy com-pany with those qualities; strength and determination to never giveup, to treat my clients with kindness, and the desire to make eachand every client feel like they are my only client.
I still remember the anger and frustration I felt long ago when mymother was sick. What if there had been a place that shared infor-mation and guidance? What if we had known the signs to look for?What if we had known that we could have gotten help, despite thelack of money? Would my grandmother still be alive? Would mymother have been spared the suffering and pain that she wentthrough? I believe so. That belief is where the concept for the mag-azine began. In a short period of time, I had recruited my sister anda few close friends to help me get started.
When we started the magazine, it was with the determination thatthe non-profits, or Social Profits as we like to say, needed a unifiedvoice; a place where they could share their stories, warnings and suc-cesses. We wanted to get the good news out there. We felt the pub-lic needed a familiar spot they could go for information aboutcommunity events, and volunteer opportunities and information.We were determined no other family would go through what wehad felt and experienced.
We have dedicated our lives to this project. With the financial sup-port of dvLaRue we were able to save enough money to launch thefirst issue of Springfield CARES Magazine in June of 2010. Since thenit has been a labor of love as my sister and I continue to increaseawareness of the magazine and to connect the community with allthe wonderful services Springfield has to offer. To be honest, therewere months that neither of us was paid, and yes the bills piled up.We were constantly worried about the next tank of gas, the electricbill and the mortgage. We kept going because we knew deep downinside that this magazine had a key spot in this caring community.We are so very thankful that we are still here. We want to say thankyou to our supporters. We are very grateful to all of you, in so manycountless ways. It fills us with an over whelming appreciation of thecommunity in which we live, and to realize with certainty, thatSpringfield Really CARES.
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Amy MichaelPublisher
When Tina McManus, a Springfield breast cancer survivor, was treated for lymphedema in her right arm she was warned against participating in many common exercises. Activities like tennis, golf and weight training were now off limits. Until recently, this was the standard advice given to breast cancer survivors. Exercises that utilize the arms excessively, particularly those that are weight bearing, were thought to increase the risk of lymphedema, a blockage of the lymph vessels that drain fluid from tissues throughout the body and allow immune cells to travel where they are needed.
The problem with that advice is we need to lift things every day. Life is full of the tasks that require us to move and carry heavy objects: laundry baskets, grocery bags, laptop bags and children to name a few. Staying strong means being able to live a productive life.
Fortunately, that advice might be changing. Two recent studies might provide new guidance when it comes to breast cancer survivors’ fitness routines.
The first study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2009, reported a link between weight training and a reduced risk of breast cancer related lymphedema. In the study, 114 participants were divided into exercise and nonexercise groups. The exercise group did weight training 2 times per week for a year, while wearing a compression garment. At the end of the year, the exercising group showed significant improvements in overall strength as
well as significant improvements in lymphedema symptoms.
A second study, published in 2010 in the Journal of the American Medical Association, seems to reinforce those findings. The JAMA study included 154 breast cancer survivors (ranging 1-5 years post unilateral breast cancer) who had at least 2 lymph nodes removed and presented with no signs of breast cancer related lymphedema. The participants were divided into 2 groups: one group who participated in a supervised, slowly progressive resistance training program and one non exercise control group. The exercise group met with a personal trainer 2 times per week for 13 weeks and then exercised unsupervised for the remainder of the year. At the end of the study, “clinically significant” arm swelling occurred with less frequency in the exercise group than the control group.
After doing her own research and reviewing the information she found online, Tina decided that weight training should be part her new fitness program. After participating in weight training 1-2 times a week for almost a year she says, “I do think that my lymphedema is more under control now - due to the exercise (and movement)”.
If you are breast cancer survivor here are a few tips to follow if you are interested in starting a weight training program:
you are clear to resume normal activity before starting any type of exercise program.
the first exercise performed. If necessary, measure circumference of arm(s) before and after exercise.
higher reps.
do and how to do them, consider consulting with a certified personal trainer. Or search out programs designed specifically for cancer survivors such as the Cancer Fatigue program at Hulston Cancer Center.
Follow these tips to make the addition of weight training to your survivor fitness plan a safe and successful experience.
Survivor fitness plan
Pamela Hernandez is a ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and ACE Certified Lifestyle & Weight Management consultation. She owns Thrive Personal Fitness in Springfield. Follow heron Twitter @ThriveFit for more tips and tools for a healthy life.
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Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Upcoming Events
Join Nakato Japanese Steakhouse for the 3rd annual
“Joe Nakato Memorial Golf Tournament” presented
by Central Bank to benefit Children’s Miracle Net-
work Hospitals and the Sturge Weber Foundation.
This exciting event will take place on Monday, October 17, 2011 at Millwood Golf & Racquet Club with a shotgun start
at 11:00 AM and feature a 4-person scramble. Entry fee is $500 for a team or $125 per individual and includes green
fees, cart, lunch, tournament shirt, and more! Lots of prizes and lots of fun! In addition, participants will receive a raf-
fle ticket for a chance to win a new driver with every canned good item brought to the tournament.All canned goods
will be donated to Ozark Food Harvest. For more information or to register, call Kelly at 417/269-1830 or Debbie at
417/849-8737.
For information regarding any of these upcomingevents, please call 417-269-6853.
Scrub Sale – NorthTuesday, October 11th, 2011 – 7am – 4pmFountain Plaza
Scrub Sale – SouthTuesday, October 18th , 2011 – 7am – 4pmFoster Auditorium
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011 – 7am – 4pmFoster Auditorium
Scrub Sale – FDCTuesday, October 25th, 2011 – 8am – 3pmFDC Doctor Lounge, 1st Floor
Thanksgiving Food Sale - SouthTuesday, November 22nd, 2011 -- 7 am - 4 pmCox South, Atrium
Scrub Sale – CWLThursday, November 29th, 2011 – 8am – 4pmOzark Room
Holiday Craft Sale - SouthTuesday, November 29th, 2011 -- 7 am - 4 pmCox South, Atrium
Holiday Craft Sale - NorthTuesday, December 6th, 2011 -- 7 am - 4 pmCox North, Fountain Plaza Room
Holiday Jewelry SaleWednesday, December 14th, 2011 -- 7 am - 4 pmCox South, Atrium
Holiday Food Sale - SouthThursday, December 22nd , 2011 -- 7 am - 4 pmCox South, Atrium
Join us on Friday, October 14th from 7am to 4pm for our
annual Silent Auction! It will be held at Cox South in Meet-
ing Rooms 1, 2, and 3. Stop by and bid on items like a Chi
flat iron, gift cards to local businesses, and one-of-a-kind
autographed items! All proceeds will benefit Children’s
Miracle Network Hospitals. For more information, call
417-269-6853.
On Saturday, September 17 The MAiZE will begin its 13th season in Verona, MO. In celebration
of another exciting year of bringing “corn MAiZE” fun, 100% of all tickets sales on opening day
will benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals! The MAiZE will give visitors a chance to “get
lost” in a unique corn maze featuring Jim Sherwood’s farming expertise. In addition to The MAiZE,
visitors can enjoy a cow train, hay rides, bouncer, pumpkin’ chuckin’, and more! For more infor-
mation opening day and the entire season, call 417/498-6191 or visit www.gripboyshome.com.
Joe Nakato Memorial Golf Tournament
Radiothon-Power 96.5
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to hear stories of local miracle kids who
overcame the odds, and call in to pledge
your donation to help those local kids in
need of assistance!
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OnAugust 24th, I had the pleasure of joining a group of business owners that not only come togetherto network and help one another in business but also to work together to make a difference in our com-munity.
It was a beautiful evening when I pulled into The Ronald McDonald House at 6pm inAugust. My mindflashed back briefly to a time when I had been a guest of the Ronald McDonald House because mydaughter had been born with some complications. The gratitude toward this wonderful organizationoverwhelmed me for a moment as I stepped inside the welcoming living area. Laughter and smilesgreeted me as several guests gathered together for the night out.
The Ronald McDonald House asks for volunteers each day to provide an evening meal for their guests.The families that are staying are dealing with some extremely scary and tragic situations with their chil-dren’s health. They are offered a place to stay at no cost so that they can be close to their children.
The group of business owners that I mentioned decided to go all out on their evening as volunteers.Instead of bringing a meal to the home, the group decided to take the families out for an evening offun.
Each member donated to the evening. Ridgecrest Baptist Church donated a driver and shuttle to takethe families to and from the House; theWagners of HuHot Mongolian Grill provided dinner at no cost.The delicious meal was prepared using fresh ingredients chosen by the guest and prepared right in frontof us. It was one of the most delicious meals I have had in a long time. After dinner LeRon personallybrought our table a dessert of S’mores. And yes, we prepared them over fire the traditional way! De-licious!
Throughout the wonderful meal, the business owners of the group circulated and visited with the fam-ily members. I lost count of the many gift certificates that were handed out to the families; meals,clothing, automobile work, massages and more. The families were also overwhelmed by the generos-ity of this group.
As if that weren’t enough, the group was then loaded up and taken to the Springfield Pasta Companywhere dessert was provided. While the children had filled up on S’mores, the adults indulged in deli-cious cheesecake provided by owner Steve Heil.
When I left to head home for the evening, my eyes were not dry.There are moments when you can tellthat people are doing something because they care, and not because they want anything from it. Theirgenuine caring and generosity humble me.
The Ronald McDonald House and families would like to thank the following businesses for the kind-ness and support they have shown. This group serves as an excellent example of how a group of peo-
ple can come together to help one another in business, whileutilizing those same connections to bring about positive changein our community.
Boomer’sMcDonald’sChildren’s OrchardTGI Friday’sSteak OutMcAlister’sNu Essence SpaThe BuzzBilly Simms BBQJim’s Steakhouse & PubWhich WichFazoli’sBest Discount Muffler& Brake
Scholtzsky’sHu Hot Mongolian GrillSpringfield Pasta CompanyHoulihan’sLinda’s FlowersWhole Hog CafeQdoba Mexican GrillRedeemed Music/BooksGodfather’s PizzaNakato’sSport ClipsWing StopGolden CorralMansion Theater
On July 31, 2011 the Ladies of FLiP (Female Leaders in Philanthropy, the Women’s Initiative of United Way of the Ozarks) held the first Annual Evening in Paris. The event was held to help support the Ozarks Food Harvest Backpack Program, Suit Yourself Boutique and Formally Yours, all projects of FLiP.
More than 100 attendees enjoyed a silent auction with artist Alicia Farris doing an original painting during the event.
Local artists donated one of their original pieces to be auctioned during the live auction, with the proceeds going to FLiP. The original pieces were entered into a juried competition and Debra Sutherland’s entry of ‘Tango’ was chosen as the 2010 FLiP ‘Evening in Paris’ Winner and the original piece will be on exhibit at the Suit Yourself Boutique at 320 W Pershing.
The host for the evening was Jim Anderson, president of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, who is a former
Board Chair for United Way. Greg Burris, Springfield’s City Manager donated his time as the Celebrity Auctioneer. Greg is also our 2011 United Way Campaign Chair and sits on the United Way Board of Directors.
In its first year, the event was a huge success, netting more than $26,000 for FLiP.
Don’t miss it! The second annual event for FLiP will be here before you know it! Keep an eye out for details on the next Evening in Paris!
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Recycle 35 tons of mixed paper in just ONE DAY. That was the challenge issued to the city of Springfield, MO, by Yesterday’s News® brand cat litter and lifelong Springfield resident Doug Pitt, on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011. Local residents rallied together and recycled an impressive 20.68 tons of mixed paper in one day. While the challenge wasn’t met, this was an impressive achievement that reflects the community’s ongoing commitment to recycling.
To thank the local residents for participating in the challenge and further demonstrate its commitment to the community in which it conducts business, the Yesterday’s News brand presented Springfield Mayor Jim O’Neal with a check in the amount of $4,000 that will be used to help support the city’s recycling education efforts.
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Mary Martinez calls herself a living example that the best way to save lives frombreast cancer is to find it early. The two-time breast cancer survivor is deter-mined to stay well and help others take steps to do the same. As a passionateadvocate for early detection, she encourages everyone she meets to follow theAmerican Cancer Society’s recommendations for breast cancer screening – ifyou’re a woman age 40 or older, get a mammogram every year.
“Early detection and prevention have been the lifesaving grace for me,” Mar-tinez says. “I recommend them to every single woman who crosses my path –at home, church, and even on airplanes. There is no one who escapes my ques-tion: ‘When was your last mammogram?’”
In 1985, following a routine mammogram, the then 44-year-old mother of fourreceived a call from her doctor to tell her about a small lump in her left breast.The biopsy came back with cancer.With support from her family, friends, and theAmerican Cancer Society, she endured six weeks of daily radiation treatmentand the daily challenges of getting well. She beat breast cancer – or so shethought.
During another routine mammogram 18 years later, the doctor discovered alump on her right breast. The news was not good: Mary had stage III lobularcarcinoma of both breasts that had moved to the lymph nodes. After complet-ing aggressive chemotherapy, Mary had a double mastectomy followed by 6weeks of daily radiation. Today, she continues to work, volunteer, and raisemoney to support the lifesaving workof theAmerican Cancer Society – andshe encourages all women to maketheir own health a priority and getappropriate early detection tests sothey can find cancer early, whentreatment is most successful.
Mammograms Save Lives
In the fight against breast cancer, birth-days are signs of progress – and we wantto see more of them. Help create aworld with more birthdays at the MakingStridesAgainst Breast Cancer walk at Jor-danValley Park in Springfield,MO on Sat-urday, October 15.Visit us at www.mak-ingstridesswmo.org or call 417.447.1485for more details.
Help MakeStrides AgainstBreast Cancer
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Chilly mornings, crisp air, andcrunching leaves are sure signsthat Autumn in the Ozarks has ar-rived. One other hint is providedby Bass Pro Shops.When activitiesof the annual Outdoor Fitness Fes-tival begin, we know that Fall is officially here. September 9th kicked off thisyear’s festivities with Greater Outdoor Days. Lake Springfield was the back-drop for this event. Outdoor enthusiasts spent their weekend taking part ina wide variety of recreational activities including kayaking, hiking, and fish-ing. Participants were even encouraged to gather up their gear and enjoyfree camping during the weekend.
October and November will bring exciting new activities encouraging fit-ness, health, and wellness in our area. These upcoming events include Tourde Bass, Dogwood Canyon Trail Runs, and the Bass Pro ConservationMarathon.
Proceeds from the Outdoor Fitness Festival are distributed to several or-ganizations in the Ozarks. Big Brothers Big Sisters is honored to be one ofthese organizations.What do we contribute in return? Volunteers.And lotsof them.
Big Brothers Big Sisters wants you! We need all the help we can get tomake this year’s Outdoor Fitness Festival a success. The day with the mostneed for volunteers is November 6th. We will need hundreds to help outrunners during the 5K, half-marathon, and full-marathon. Enjoy this funvolunteer opportunity by signing up with a group. Here are a few ideas ofwho to ask:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks hopes we can count on you to helppull off this major event. We can’t thank our community enough for the helpand support they give us all year round. If you are interested in volunteer-ing for the Outdoor Fitness Festival, call our office today at 417.889.9136and ask for Emily. Or, you can send us an email at [email protected] can’twait for the festivities to begin!
Bass Pro Shops’Outdoor FitnessFestival
• Family members • Fraternity brothers/ sorority sisters• Friends • Team mates• Neighbors • Church group• Co-workers • Clubs• PTA
Professionals: What’s theBest Way to Spend YourLunch Hour?
This is no tough question. With achild of course! The Lunch Buddyprogram at Big Brothers Big Sistersis an excellent way to give back tothe community and make an im-pact on a young child’s life. LunchBuddies travel to a nearby schoolto visit and share a meal with theirLittle during the child’s 30-minutelunch period. Spending a short 30minutes once a week with an at-risk child has proven to create
tremendous results including: increased self confidence, increased atti-tudes towards school, and improvement in at least one subject grade.
Feel free to get the whole office involved!We encourage all professionalsin the Springfield area to become positive role models for our Littles. Per-haps to brighten up Mondays at the office, employees create “Big Mon-days,” the day employees spend their lunch hour visiting their Little. Asmile on a child’s face can certainly make your Monday a little lessgloomy.
Are evenings a better time for you? Our Meal Time Buddy program al-lows a Big to visit one of the 3 local Boys and Girls Clubs to meet withtheir Little for a healthy meal and to spend time together. Bigs and Lit-tles often play games, talk, and work on homework.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks encourages you to shoot us anemail ([email protected]) or give us a call at 417.889.9136 to learn moreabout these programs and become a part of something BIG.
Save the DateNovember will be here soon so save thedate of Ozarks Beerfest 2011presentedby Price Cutter. Ozarks Beerfest will beheld at the Shrine Mosque, located indown town Springfield, on Saturday,November 19th from 2 to 5 p.m. Thiswill be the 3rd annual Ozarks Beerfest,with new additions to the list of brewers in-cluding local Mother’s Brewing Company. Regular admission tickets cost$25 in advance and $30 at the door. Anyone 21 and older is invited toattend this laid-back event full of live music, food from favorite arearestaurants, and of course, samples of unique brews from across theOzarks. Last year, over 100 different beers were available to sample. BeerLover’s Lane will also be set up for patrons to browse through their fa-vorite brewery’s merchandise.
AVIP reception will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. for those who purchaseVIPtickets, costing $50. VIP’s will be given some extra “swag” as well.
All proceeds of Ozarks Beerfest willbenefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of theOzarks. Find us on Facebook bysearching: Ozarks Beer Fest.
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Join this downtown fall food festival celebrating local, sustainable,healthy food with cooking demonstrations, live music, beer garden, samplingopportunities, activities for kids and more! A benefit for Ozarks Food Harvest.Admission: $2 or one nonperishable food item per person.
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2. Support sustainable farms and limit subsidies tobig agribusiness.
3. Expand access to food and alleviate hunger.
4. Protect the environment and animals by reformingfactory farms.
5. Promote health by curbing junk-food marketing to kids.
6. Support fair working conditions for food andfarm workers.
Ultimately, the foods we eat should be deliciousand promote our good health. Too much of our dietis comprised of fatty factory-farmed animal products,salty packaged foods, and sugary drinks that causeeverything from obesity and heart disease to strokesand cancer. Moreover, the way our food is produced isall too often unfair to farm workers and contributes toclimate change and pollution.
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is available year round?
Next, support local businesses that you know are greatstewards of our resources. For example, when diningout, visit Farmers Gastropub which focuses on local,sustainable foods, or Houlihan’s which practicesenvironmental responsibility in everything from theirgreen building to the takeout packaging. If you haveout-of-town guests, put them up at the new HiltonGarden Inn, which is also a green building constructed
to LEED standards.
Change also must come in the form of new publicpolicies aimed at promoting sustainable agricultureand reducing subsidies to agribusiness, and campaigns
to promote healthy diets. Measures are needed tosafeguard the environment, farm workers, animals,
and the quality of life in rural America.
Time to Eat Real! Join us Saturday, October 22in the Wilhoit Plaza Parking Lot (at the corner ofJefferson and Elm Streets) from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. for aday of fun celebrating the concept of eating real.
We’ll have live music featuring the sounds of Hillbendersand Fly By Night and a beer garden featuring localbeer from Mother’s Brewery. Plus, there will be tons ofopportunities to learn more about eating real fromorganizations like Slow Foods SWMO, Moms for LocalFoods, ONE, and Bread for the World. From the hoursof 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Moxie will be showing aseries of short films from Parent Earth, free with youradmission to the Celebration.
You can watch cooking demonstrations and samplelocal goodies. And don’t forget to bring the kids for theirown fun activities. Admission is just $2 or the donationof one nonperishable item for Ozarks Food Harvestper person.
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October 01, 8:00am:The Pregnancy Care Center Annual 5K Run/Walk for Life at Jorden Valley Park. Registration starts at 8am, run at 9am. Pre-register at pccchoices.org See site for pricing.
October 01, 9:30am: SIDs Resources, INC 4th Annual Healthy Baby Extravaganza! Held at the Central Assembly Church. Booths, learning activities and prizes.
October 01, 10:00am:Discovery Center Let’s Get Active! Event. Learn how to prevent illness, disease, lose weight and much more. See DC for pricing.
October 01, 10:00am:Fordland Clinic The Chateau Char-mant presents... Masquerade Ball benefiting the Fordland Clinic. Event held at the Charmant from 7:30-11pm. 1700 Martin’s Branch Road in Fordland MO.
October 01, 6:00pm: The Killuminati Foundation’s 3rd Annual Project Puppy Gala at the University Plaza Hotel. This one of a kind dinner, dance, silent auction, and doggie fashion show ill feature puppies for adoption and MSU fashion student designs.
October 08, 9:00am:Springfield Green County Botanical Center class “Into Gardening Series” from 9-11am, this weeks topic “Fall into Gardening”. Pre-registrer by calling 417.891.1515. Fee of $10
October 08, 6:00pm:Discovery Center’s International Observe the Moon Event from 6-8pm in the auditorium and parking lot of DC. Call center for pricing.
October 09, 11:00am: Victory Mission Ministry Center’s 17th Annual Victory Ride. This will raise awareness about poverty and homlessness, and to raise money for Victory Mission. The Registration is at 11am, ride at 1pm and Party at 2:30pm. Cost $20 for single, #30 for double and $5 for Spectators’ Meal. For more info call 417.864.2213
October 15, 7:30am:Big Brother Big Sisters (BBBS) Tour de Bass Bike Rides sponsored by Mercy St. John‘s. 20, 35, 70, and 100 mile bike rides open to all levels. Pre-register at basspro.com/fitness
October 15, 10:00am:
Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks is Presenting the: Crusin' for Cleavage Event at the Christenson Transportation, INC. 2001 W. Old Route 66, Strafford. Donation of $25 per car/bike $10 additional passen-gers.
October 22, 12:00pm:Historic Commercial Street’s 4th Annual Pets & Pumpkins Festival from 12-5pm. Two blocks of Historic C-Street between Rovverson and Campbell. Fun for all kids, pets, and adults! Trick or treating, marshmel-low roasting, inflatables, food, music, and more! This event is a “rain or shine”event and the cost is $2 for ages 2-16 and the same for pets. The admission is free but the $2 wrist band lets you enjoy all the events free. Proceeds support local non-profits.
October 22 & 23:Bass Pro Fitness Festival- Event 1 MSU-SPARC Kids Run October 22nd at the Springfield Underground $10 fee at 10am. Event 2-ROGAIN Race at Dogwood Canyon Trail at 1pm. Event 3- Dogwood Canyon Trail Runs at Dogwood Canyon National Part in Lampe, MO at 8am. For more information/registrion visit: basspro.com then click the Programs & Events link.
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More than 1500 community volunteers
from 85 companies, gave of their time,
talent and muscle to work on 187 projectsfor 40 non-profit agencies in the area. This
annual Day of Caring in Springfield, has
become one of the largest United Way Dayof Caring events in the United States.
Sponsors for the 2011 United Way Day
of Caring were: Bass Pro Shops, Chase
Card Services, and St John’s/Mercy Health
Systems. The day started with a breakfast
for volunteers provided by Village Inn,
Dillon’s Markets and Ozarks Coca Cola/Dr
Pepper Bottling Company. Local KY3 sports-
news director Ned Reynolds was the master
of ceremonies at breakfast, which ended
with the volunteers up on their feet getting
energized with a short session of Zumba.
The breakfast also served as the kickoff
for the United Way annual campaign.
Maurice Henry, United Way 2011 Board
Chair, Greg Burris, 2011 Campaign Chair
and Ned Reynolds, Campaign spokesman,
announced to the breakfast group of more
than 600 that this year’s campaign goal is
$3,555,000. The 2011 goal is 2% above
last year. Both Henry and Burris, echoed
comments that the campaign has started
out on a very positive foundation.
During the day, a group of “Big Scoops”
delivered ice cream to the volunteers, which
was provided by Associated Wholesale
Grocers.
Day of Caring co-chair’s Pat Dierking of City
Utilities and Jamie Dopp of KY3 commented,
“the United Way Day of Caring is always a
great event for both the agencies and the
volunteers. The agencies are able to have
projects completed with donated talentand the money they are able to save, stays
in their programs where it has the most
impact. The volunteers get to enjoy a day
of fellowship with co-workers and the
opportunity to meet volunteers
from other organizations.”
United Way of the Ozarks is a
locally governed, volunteer-driven
organization whose Mission is
to increase the understanding
of human needs and mobilize
resources to meet those needs.
United Way of the Ozarks funds
more than 40 programs with
our 23 partners and 8 initiatives
all of which address critical health
and human service needs in a
14-county area.
Photograph by Mike Woods
Photograph by Billy Rude
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Fulpower EnterprisesFulpower EnterprisesIndoor and Outdoor Services
[email protected]. Box 9702 Spring!eld MO 65801
Tree Care & Removal s Stump RemovalTree Hazard Assessments s Landscaping
Gardens s Fences s ExcavationsPreventive Maintenance s Lot Clearing
Clean Up and HaulingImprovments s Home MaintenanceRepairs s Water Drainage Solutions
Teal to Heal … ohhhh, so that’s what it means! Upon entering the dining room at Hick-ory Hills Country Club the evening of September 9th, the tables were dressed to the ninesin teal … and among the fine china, gold chargers, teal cloths and napkins, hydrangeasand peacock feathers, what outfit wouldn’t be complete without a unique pair of teal highheels as a centerpiece! Little did we know that before the night was over ladies wouldbe dismantling the high heels and trying them on to check for their size! And a few wereeven sold!
All “teal” aside, September was National Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancers AwarenessMonth, and GYN Cancers Alliance (GYNCA) welcomed over 220 survivors, caregivers,friends, donors and medical professionals from around Missouri to its inaugural Teal toHeal evening of arts and entertainment for the purpose of raising awareness about theimpact of gynecologic cancers on women and their families. Upon patrons’ early arrival,they were whisked by Fisk Limousine to the home of Janice and Ron Penney where theyenjoyed wine from the Penney’s personal cellar and hors d’oeuvres prepared by Metro-politan Grill. As the evening kicked into high gear, an enthusiastic crowd participated inboth the silent and live auctions and learned more about GYNCA and its survivors withthe introduction of its new video titled, “Women of Courage.”
Along with a talented committee of survivors, board members and friends of the organ-ization, Ann Grace served as chairwoman of Teal to Heal’s inaugural evening of arts andentertainment. To the committee’s delight, over $91,000 was raised for GYNCA, and plan-ning is already underway for its next Teal to Heal event scheduled for Friday, September7, 2012!
GYN Cancers Alliance provides support and services to women, including their families,fighting gynecologic cancers throughout its 22-county service area of southwest Missouri.GYNCA recently opened its new resource center at 3023-B South Fort in Springfield.
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The American Heart Association presented its 2011 Go Red For Women Luncheon on Tues-day, September 13 at the University Plaza Convention Center in Springfield.The event, spon-sored by Macy’s; Merck & Co., Inc.; Central Trust & Investment Company and Empire Bank,welcomed nearly 500 guests and highlighted the prevalence of heart disease – the #1 killerof Americans.
This year’s theme was “Cooking from the Heart” and the program featured a 20-minute heart-healthy cooking demonstration led by well-known local chef, James Clary, and registered di-etitian, Adam Pruett. The heart-healthy recipe prepared during the demonstration was alsothe featured entrée for all guests.
Luncheon guests were introduced to Lindy, a remarkable woman who lost her daughter, Gra-cie, to a congenital heart defect only 13 days after birth.A few short years later, Lindy facedher own personal struggle with heart disease, undergoing open-heart surgery to repair hervalves. In the 10 short minutes that followed Lindy’s story, luncheon guests donated nearly$10,000 in support of lifesaving education and research in the fight against heart diseasein women.
The Go Red ForWomen Luncheon featured a number of exciting opportunities. The “Purse-onality” Silent Auction highlighted nearly 50 handbags that were donated by well-knownlocal women and filled with unique items to reflect their interests.
Merck & Co., Inc. conducted free cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI screenings, while Macy’sprovided $10 gift cards for each of the 500 guests. In recognition of the event theme,Macy’salso donated a 10-piece red enamel cookware set from their exclusive Martha Stewart Col-lection.
This year’s event featured its first-ever educational breakout sessions. One session highlightedSpringfield’s first-annual Go Red BetterU Makeover Challenge.The 10 local women who par-ticipated in the 12-week experience (from June through September) shared their challengesand successes during a panel discussion. DermaHealth Laser & Skin Care Clinic also hosteda session to remind women that it is important to pause from a busy routine to care for them-selves.
Go Red ForWomen is more than an event. It is a year-round movement. In 2004, the Amer-ican Heart Association (AHA) faced a challenge. Cardiovascular disease claimed the lives ofnearly 500,000 American women each year, yet women were not paying attention. In fact,
many even dismissed it as an “older man’s disease.” To dis-pel the myths and raise awareness of heart disease as the num-ber one killer of women, theAmerican Heart Association cre-ated Go Red ForWomen – a passionate, emotional, social ini-tiative designed to empower women to take charge of theirheart health.
To learn more about Go Red For Women, visit www.GoRed-ForWomen.org. To find out how you can get involved with theAmerican Heart Association in Springfield, call the local of-fice at 417-881-1121.
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Chef James Clary leads a healthy cooking demonstration during the Go Red ForWomen Luncheon in Springfield, MO.
Heart-disease survivor, Lindy Biglieni, shares a few words after the Open YourHeart Special Appeal Video, “Lindy’s Story”, is shown to 500 guests.
The 10 local women chosen for Springfield’s first annual Go Red BetterUMakeover Challenge are joined by their personal trainers and the American
Heart Association’s corporate sponsors during the luncheon.
Lisa Rose (left), the program emcee from KY3-TV, is joined by Tami Sandefer (right),the American Heart Association’s Go Red ForWomen Director in Springfield, MO.
Photos by Mike Williams
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“Most cases of domesticviolence are never reportedto the police”
“Thanks to the generosityof our supporters, all ourservices are provided freeof charge”
“One in every four womenwill experience domesticviolence in her lifetime”
“It takes about 38 a day toprovide shelter andprogram services to oneperson”
Harmony House, formerly the FamilyViolence Center is celebrating our 35thanniversary. In this time we havehelped thousands of victims becomesurvivors. Help us in celebrating Do-mestic Violence Awareness Month inOctober by bringing awareness to thecommunity of signs of domestic abuseand where they can go for help.
How Can You Help?• Monetary Donations
• In Kind Donations of the following items:
Toilet Paper, Trash Bags, Cleaning Supplies, Lamps,
Dressers, Linens, Towels and Food.
• Volunteer Your Time
You can volunteer by calling 837-7700
• Inform and Advocate
We offer Domestic Violence Training and Materials.
Many times friends and co-workers are the first to notice
the signs of domestic violence and can reach out to
those that need help.
We have a SAFEline that is available 24-7 by calling
1.800.831.6863 or 864.7233 (SAFE) and anyone can call that
number for help or they can call 837.7700 for more informa-
tion about how they can help by donating, volunteering, or
setting up a community presentation.
Warning Signs of anAbusive RelationshipDoes someone you love...
• Withhold approval or affection as punishment?
• Continually criticize you, call you names or shout
at you?
• Ignore your feelings?
• Become very jealous or harass you about
imagined affairs?
• Manipulate you with lies and contradictions?
• Insist you dress a certain way?
• Humiliate you in private or in public?
• Insult or drive away your family?
• Punch, slap, shove, bite, kick, strangle or hit you?
• Rape you or force you to participate in sexual
activity which is unacceptable to you?
• Threaten to kidnap the children, commit suicide,
or kill you or a family member if you leave?
If you answered "yes" even once, you may be in an
abusive relationship.
On Tuesday, August 30, fifty members of the Rotary Club
of Springfield Metro volunteered at Hickory Gardens,
Springfield’s only not-for-profit community garden. The
members of the Springfield business community helped to
harvest produce, weeded, and assisted on repairs to the
the barn, fences and chicken coop.
“We are so thankful for the support of Hickory Gardens
from this community,” says President, Kirk
Erickson. “It’s because of great people
like the Rotary Club of Springfield Metro
that we’re able to fulfill our mission—to
provide access and availability of fresh,
naturally-grown produce to those in
need.”
In 2010, Hickory Gardens donated 3,500
pounds of fresh produce to distribution
outlets in the Ozarks, like Ozarks Food
Harvest and The Kitchen. The extreme
heat this summer has had an impact on
overall production— Erickson and the
Board of Directors are thrilled with the
1,200 pounds donated this far. “We’re
hoping for an extended Fall growing
season so we can keep giving late into
the year,” he says.
Hickory Gardens is located at 1227 N.
Farm Rd 193, just East of 65 on Division,
across the street from the new Hickory
Elementary and Middle School. The three-
acre garden is open to the public for
hands-on gardening, tours, information
and produce purchases. Current crop
includes green beans and tomatoes. The produce stand
is open every Wednesday and Sunday. Hickory Gardens
can be found on Facebook and at www.hickorygardens.
net to keep abreast of how the organization is growing
and giving back.
For volunteer opportunities at Hickory Gardens, please
contact Board Member Julie Tumy at 417-865-8517.
Rotarians giftof time, talents and tools
to Hickory Gardens
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Debi HughesAttitude is everything
In May 2004, I discovered
a lump on the upper
part of my left breast
but wasn’t too con-
cerned. I had already
scheduled a routine
physical, which was only
10 days away, so I de-
cided to wait for the
appointment. During
the physical, the nurse
practitioner recom-
mended that I get a
mammogram, so I went
the following week. I
got a mammogram, and then another mammogram and then
the nurse took me across the hall for an ultrasound. Time
seemed to stand still while I was waiting for the results, but I
wasn’t worried. Then all of the sudden my doctor came in, sat
down in front of me and told me I had cancer. At that moment
I was lifted up and God took my fear.
With so many questions I turned to the American Cancer So-
ciety’s web site, www.cancer.org, where I found so much in-
formation and helpful resources.
On June 8, 2004, after the lumpectomy, I was diagnosed with
early stage breast cancer. I’m so thankful for the team of doc-
tors that were put in my path! My tumor was just over a cen-
timeter so I agreed to four rounds of chemotherapy and 33
treatments of radiation. The hardest part was losing my hair.
Pleasantly surprised, the American Cancer Society offered to
help me find a wig but my sweet friend already had one wait-
ing for me! Through it all I truly felt like the decisions were
about me and my continued health! Every day was a new day
and having a positive attitude was part of the healing!
Cancer does not have to be a life sentence! Today, I’m mak-
ing a difference and maybe a light of hope, by volunteering
for the American Cancer Society. I will continue to fight back!
Donna HoodCancer teaches us ‘How to dance in the rain’
Roll back in time – Jan-
uary 23, 1997 – Went
for routine mammo-
gram – Life took an un-
planned journey.
After a routine mam-
mogram I returned to
my job, planning to get
on with the tasks for
the day. There was a
message on my phone,
please call Dr. Roberts
office. Returning that
phone call took me on
an unplanned frightening journey.
Within a week, I underwent a biopsy which discovered I had breast
cancer – a tumor 9 mm with negative margins. By February 18,
1997, I began an aggressive treatment plan, including amastectomy
followed by four chemotherapy treatments.
We all know that God has a plan for us. At times we might think
we are not sure what the plan is. After being diagnosed with
breast cancer in an early stage and being a survivor for 14 years, I
know that God wants me to be a spokesperson for the early de-
tection for cancer of all types.
Even before my diagnosis with breast cancer, I was an active mem-
ber of the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life. Today, I con-
tinue supporting the Society’s mission to help eliminate cancer by
serving as a member on the Relay For Life’s planning committee. I
will continue to fight back against this disease.
Portraitsof Hope
Every person who walks in theAmerican Cancer Society Making StridesAgainst Breast Cancer event on October 15 in Jordan Valley Park has areason for walking. And every person touched by cancer has a story totell. The American Cancer Society’s Portraits of Hope remind us that theMaking Strides Against Breast Cancer event is more than a walk. It de-scribes the progress we're making together to save lives and create aworld with less breast cancer and more birthdays.
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Going to Grandmas house is one of the sweetest treats as a child. Chil-
dren are not the only ones that love it, because no matter the age,
Grandmas house is simply the best. She always has ice-cold milk, and
there are delicious cookies on the counter. The seemingly never end-
ing supply of goodies, and the cozy, warm feeling draws you like a mag-
net.
We all dread the thought of not being able to visit our grandparents
in their cozy home. Most of us would like to see our loved ones com-
fortable in their own place for as long as possible.
Premier Home Health does that for us. It all began 20 years ago in their
small living room. Starting with only 5 clients, and with love and a pas-
sion for caring the business grew to now having thirteen locations all
throughout Missouri. Premier Home Health Care serves a day old
newborn to someone that is 110 years young. Their desire is simple.
To provide care to the ones we love by visiting them in their homes. It can’t
get any better then that!
“I am extremely proud to be part of Premier Home Health Care.We have an ex-
cellent reputation of patient care.All of us have worked hard to make sure our home-
care business is considered one of the best in the state. Of one thing I am certain, there
is no other homecare agency that works harder at making sure our patients are happy
than Premier Home Health Care.We can keep your loved ones at home and out of the
nursing home with one on one care. Our staff is fully trained to care for our precious
pediatric patients and our older, very wise patients. We thank the thousands of fami-
lies we have cared for over the past twenty years and hope to make it another twenty.”
-Susan Haralson
Keep Premier Home Health in mind when its time to make the best choice. Having a spe-
cial needs child or parent can be taxing. To give the best care for our family we must
take care of ourselves as well. PHHC can offer the assistance you need to be the best
caregiver to the one you love. Give them a call. Check them out online! You won’t be
disappointed.
“My parents were very independent. I had a hard time convincing them that getting
help was going to keep them in their home longer. I contacted Premier and you sent
over an aide to help, my parents were very hesitant at first but as time passed the re-
lationship grew and nowmy parents are very happy with the service.We appreciate your
help caring for my parents.” – Nancy
When it comes to Grandma’s house, keep the doors open as long as possible.There are
many more family dinners, sweet treats and memorable moments to be had. Remem-
ber one day our children will make the same sweet choices for us! Set in motion a qual-
ity of care that is fitting for the most important people in our lives.
Maintaining your dignity, independence and respect at home!
We provide:Nursing Care | Personal Aide Care | Housekeeping | Pediatric Care | Repsite Care
1-24 Hours a day , 7 days a week
Robyn Abbott of Nevada-16 years, Kathy A Backer of Spring�eld-11 years, Jeanne Baldwin of Nevada- 10 years, Kathy K Banes of Home O�ce- 15 years, Lora Berry of Stockton- 11 years, Pamela Boling of Macon- 12 years, Stephanie Brzuchowski of Home O�ce- 11 years, Stacy A
Campbell of Spring�eld- 12 years, Leslie Capuano of Kirksvills- 10 years, Cynthia Cummings of Bu�alo- 14 years, Crystal Damron of Mexico- 11 years, Shelly Greenstreet of Stockton- 11 years,
Stephanie A Groves of Spring�led- 11 years, Wilmetta Hale of Park Hills- 10 years, Lana G Hulsey of Spring�eld- 12 years, Ida Mae Penberthy of Park Hills- 12 years, Sheila Snow of Par Hills- 11 years, Sandra Stokes of Park Hills- 13 years, Terri Vance of Stockton- 14 years, Mary Wallace of
Stockton- 12 years, and Maureen L Youngman of Spring�eld- 15 years.
�ank you for all of your hard work and dedication to our company!For this, we are grateful. You are the backbone of this company.
Join us for our 20th Anniversary 2012in Spring�eld Missouri!
Phone: 417.864.4622Toll Free: 1800.573.4622
4145 S. McCann Court, Suite C Spring�eld, MO 65804 | Fax: 417.864.8708www.premierhomehealth.com | Spring�[email protected]
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