Regina M. Adelman Regina M. Adelman (Gina) passed away on Sept. 4, 2023, from metastatic breast cancer. Gina was 80 years old. Gina was born in Baltimore, Md., on July 12,1943. To the delight of her Polish family, she learned to play the accordion to accompany her father’s singing at family events. After graduation from…
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Features, October 2023
Word of the Month: Verso and Recto
David Zapatka Reader, friend, and fellow bridge player, Gayle Covey, writes, “As always, enjoyed your SaddleBrooke word column. I’ve been saying I’d send a word or two. Finally … I’m an English major and a words person. How did I not know this? It just came up in Wordle (and I thought of you!) … verso. And…
Features, October 2023
Artist of the Month: Debbie Samples, Ceramics Club
Susan Eastman Introduced to ceramics at the age of 7 by her artist mother, Debbie’s early exposure began an affinity for the craft that stayed with her despite decades that passed without its practice. What happened in between? Well, 46 years ago while a student at the University of Cincinnati, business major Debbie met civil…
Features, October 2023
Don’t Fall for the Latest Funeral Scam
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Losing a loved one is already an emotionally challenging time, and the last thing you need is to fall victim to a scam that is now becoming more prevalent. These heartless schemes prey on vulnerable individuals when they’re most in need. Here’s how to identify and protect yourself from…