>> calendar Much To Do! which has been lovingly brought to life by her family, friends and Thrivers in her memory, will inspire cancer survivors to look forward with hope and strength:' "Of all the Cancer Thrivers Network programming, Patti loved those that were creative and artsy," said Thrivers Network co-founder Sandy Schwartz. "She was allergic to all things yoga, Pilates or exercise in general. When we gathered to help Gail Kaplan complete her mural, each one of us had an opportunity to create a square for the border. "In addition, we were able to complete another square to take home to remember Patti. Mine has found a home on my dresser, and I cherish it, as I did Patti. I had the honor of completing the doves that are prominent in the mural. When I look at the fin- ished piece, I see those doves fly- ing up to the sky and hope that Patti can see them, too." Patti's sons Michael and Stuart said, "We are so honored that Cancer Thrivers included us in the making of this beautiful mural in memory of our mother. She would love and appreciate this mural, coming from her `third baby, the Cancer Thrivers. We enjoyed participating in the project, meeting some of our mother's friends and seeing the Thrivers in action?' The July 18 program, which will be held at the JCC in West Bloomfield, begins with regis- tration at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch and a presentation by Dr. Lichter, who will speak on "The Future of Oncology: New Developments in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment." The former dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Lichter also served as director of the radiation therapy section of the National Cancer Institute's Radiation Oncology branch. Tickets for the program are $36 each and may be purchased by contacting Tracy Agranove at (248) 432-5467 or tagranove@ jccdet.org. She can also answer questions about how to become a patron of the event. Reservations are requested by July 14. For information about the Cancer Thrivers, contact Michelle Passon at (248) 895- 2664, smp1543@comcast.net or Sandy Schwartz, (248) 851-4616, sandyrschwartz@gmail.com . ❑ WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 SUNDAY, JULY 20 U.S. HOUSE CANDIDATES 50-PLUS SINGLES 7 pm. The non-partisan League of Women Voters Oakland Area candidate forum for 11th Congressional District at Milford High School, 2380 S. Milford Road. The district covers part of Clawson, corner of Rochester Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Auburn Hills, Lake Angelus, Walled Lake, Wixom, South Lyon, Northville and Farmington, and the villages of Milford and Wolverine Lake in Oakland County. Also, the Township of Waterford, White Lake, Highland, Commerce, Milford, Lyon, Novi and part of West Bloomfield plus, in Wayne County, the cities of Livonia, Northville, and Plymouth and Townships of Canton, Northville and Plymouth. There are two Republicans and four Democrats running. Noon 9 pm. Attend the Michigan Jazz Festival at Schoolcraft College's Vista Tech Center,18600 Haggerty, Livonia, Free. If interested in meeting for breakfast at 10:30, RSVP by July 18: 248-542- 9166. - MONDAY, JULY 21 LUNCH & LEARN Noon. Pizza lunch at Downtown Synagogue provid- ed by Partners in Torah. Rabbi Leiby Burnham will discuss "Freedom through Boundaries." Discussion touches on ethics, theology, psychology and you. Information: 313-962-4047. CAFE EUROPA 1 pm. For Holocaust survivors and families by Jewish Senior Life. Pianist Rachel Murkis performs at the Oak Park JCC. FRIDAY, JULY 18 SHABBAT DINNER 6:30 pm. Hillel of Metro Detroit sponsors evening for young adults at Oak Park JCC. $8 prepaid. RSVP by July 17: hillel@wayne.edu or 313-577- 3459. TUESDAY, JULY 22 GARDEN TOUR 10 am 4 pm. Tour six gardens in Detroit's historic Palmer Woods neighborhood beginning at 19145 Strathcona. $15 in advance at palmerwoods.org , or $20 at event. Information: Dale, 248-644-4411, or Barbara, 313-891-2514. - Jogging, tennis, racquetball — a lot of active baby boomers have been tough on their knees, hips and other joints all their lives. In a quest to stay active and reduce pain, an ever-growing number are turning to joint replacement surgery. Joint replacements have a high success rate, but there are alternatives: taking steps to care for the joints you already have. The Arthritis Foundation and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggest being kind to your joints by: • Maintaining a healthy weight. Losing LEARN VIOLIN 6:30 7:30 pm. JCC's Pitt Child Development Center offers group violin lessons for all ages taught by Sharon Rothstein on Tuesdays, July 22 and 29, and Aug. 5,12 and 19. Adults may register as students by themselves, for a child only or for a parent and child. Violin rentals available. $120 for JCC members or $140 for others. RSVP: Janice Rende, 248-432-5593 or jrende@jccdet.org . - SATURDAY, JULY 19 Featuring: Featuring Robb Weir, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital extra pounds reduces stress and wear- and-tear on knees, hips, back and feet. • Exercising regularly. Physical activity protects joints by strengthening the muscles that support them. • Swapping high-impact sports with low-impact activities. Instead of tennis, racquetball or running, try swimming, water aerobics, walking or golf. • Avoiding repetitive stress. Alternating strenuous activities with rest puts less stress on sensitive joints. • Using over-the-counter or prescription medications to control pain and inflammation. You can also receive injections of corticosteroids directly in painful knee joints. • Taking part in physical or occupational therapy. This can increase joint flexibility, muscle strength and range of motion. • Using mechanical aids. Braces, crutches, walkers or canes may offer some help. When to Replace Joints In the best of circumstances, these lifestyle changes may be enough to improve function and control pain. But if you have any of the following signs, speak with your doctor about joint replacement: • Your joint pain is disturbing your sleep. • You've tried different noninvasive treatments, including pain medications, and they're not controlling your joint pain. • Your joint pain is limiting your ability to keep up a normal routine. • Your joint pain makes it hard for you to get out of a chair, go up stairs or get up from the floor. If your doctor believes you're a candidate for joint replacement, you'll be referred to an orthopaedic surgeon. Over the years, surgical techniques have improved and new materials have been developed for implants. As a result, these surgeries have become one of the most dependable procedures performed today. PALM BEACH PATIO & CASUAL FURNITURE For more information or to make an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon at Henry Ford West Bloomfield, call 248-661-6470 or visit www.henryfordwestbloomfield. com/ortho. 7350 Highland Road (M-59) • Waterford www.PalmBeachPatio.com (248)-666-2880 HOURS: M-Th 10-7- • T-W-F-S 10-6 • Sun 12-4 1921960 HENRY FORD WEST BLOOMFIELD HOSPITAL July 10 • 2014 21