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Pocket Programs Video Series
Click the play button above to watch our feature, "Six Myths about Mammograms," presented by Danielle Buathier, RN, OCN, Firelands Center for Breast Care patient navigator. "Know" excuses or "no" excuses, the words are interchangeable when considering the importance of getting a mammogram. Listen to Danielle as she discusses six myths about mammograms that could keep you from getting that life saving image that could save your life.
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Breast Cancer Support Group
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center at Firelands Regional Medical Center now offers a support group for women with a recent diagnosis, in treatment, and during follow-up care for breast cancer. You can find support from others who share your experience and help you stay on the path to recovery.
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Brain teaser trivia
Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for answers.
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- Which first lady was the first to decorate the White House for Halloween?
A. Eleanor Roosevelt
B. Jacqueline Kennedy
C. Mamie Eisenhower
- Samhainophobia is the fear of what?
A. Witches
B. Halloween
C. Spirits
- Which is the correct order of colors for a piece of candy corn?
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Backyard events & trips
Seek adventures close to home.
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Games, Puzzles, and Conversation
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Wednesday, October 18,
10:30 a.m.
A fun hour of conversation around games and puzzles for everyone. Games and puzzles will be provided, but feel free to bring a favorite game from home.
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Apple Peak Harvest Gathering
Quarry Hill Orchards, 8403 Mason Road, Berlin Heights
Saturday, October 21,
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Enjoy wagon rides, food trucks, demonstrations, live music, and more!
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Downtown Sandusky Ghost Walk
Shores & Islands Ohio Welcome Center, 125 E. Water St., Sandusky
Monday, October 23 or October 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Hear the stories of curious sites, notable people, and of course, the paranormal. Tours are family-friendly. Arrive 15 minutes early and enjoy coffee, hot chocolate, and hot cider. $10/person, cash only. No reservation necessary, walk-ups welcome.
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Haunted Organ Recital
Grace Episcopal Church, 315 Wayne St., Sandusky
Saturday, October 28, 7-8 p.m.
Free admission. Come and enjoy the haunting music of Grace Episcopal's spectacular organ. Refreshments served after the concert.
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2024 Erie County Senior Center Trips | |
Click on the "Enter to Win" graphic above to sign up for a chance to win one of two $25 gift cards to Walmart! | |
2023 Community Outreach vascular screenings
Screenings available:
- Stroke/carotid artery screening-$60
An ultrasound scan which screens for fatty plaque, the leading cause of strokes.
- Peripheral arterial disease screening-$60
Screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening-$60
An ultrasound scan that screens for the existence of enlargements in the aorta that can lead to a ruptured aortic artery.
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Brain teaser trivia answers | |
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Which first lady was the first to decorate the White House for Halloween? In 1958, Mamie Eisenhower decorated the White House for a Halloween luncheon.
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Samhainophobia is the fear of what? Halloween
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Which is the correct order of colors for a piece of candy corn? D
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Direct questions or inquiries to:
Rene Mihalic, Firelands 55+ Coordinator
mihalic@firelands.com
419-557-7722
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