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Natural Ways to EaseArthritis Pain

A leading cause of disability in the United States and elsewhere, arthritis can be a debilitating disease. Pain and stiffness are the leading symptoms and millions of people seek relief from arthritis every year.

Contrary to popular belief, arthritis is not a disease of old age. The Arthritis Foundation says one in every fi ve adults has arthritis, two-thirds of whom are under the age of 65. Even children can suffer from arthritis.

A complex family of musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis consists of more than 100 different diseases that destroy joints, bones, muscles, cartilage and other connective tissues. This can compromise physical movement and lead to pain. Arthritis may result from the wearing down of joints and connective tissue through repetitive movement or injury, but it also may be the result of an autoimmune disease. Rheumatoid arthritis, for example, is caused by the

• Eat foods that reduce infl ammation. Arthritis causes infl ammation in the joints and connective tissues, so it makes sense that reducing infl ammation could ease symptoms. A number of foods, including tart cherries, have been found to reduce infl ammation. According to research from Oregon Health & Science University presented in 2012 at the American College of Sports Medicine Conference in San Francisco, tart cherries have the highest anti-infl ammatory content of any food. The antioxidant compounds — called anthocyanins — in tart cherries have been specifi cally linked to high antioxidant capacity and reduced infl ammation at levels comparable to some well-known pain medications. Spinach, walnuts, garlic and broccoli also can reduce infl ammation.

• Use hot and cold treatments. The University of Washington School of Medicine says hot and cold treatments can reduce swelling, relax muscles and relieve pain. Cold packs can numb sore areas and should be used when symptoms come on suddenly. Heat sources, in contrast, can help ease pain gradually and limber up tight joints and muscles. Always use a towel or barrier between a cold or hot pack and the skin to avoid injury.

• Exercise a few times per week. Although it may hurt to move around, frequent exercise can actually be benefi cial in the long run. Low-impact exercises like walking, swimming and cycling three times a week can help to keep joint pain at bay. Always consult with a doctor before beginning an exercise regimen to fi nd out if it is right for your condition. Once you get the green light, start out gradually. If you are experiencing pain for more than an hour after a workout, your workout was too much for your body to handle and you need to lighten the load during your next workout.

• Lose weight. Being overweight can put added pressure on joints and cause more pain. Shedding a few pounds may be all it takes to get substantial relief from pain associated with arthritis.

Many natural therapies can effectively alleviate arthritis pain. Talk to a doctor if your symptoms are affecting your quality of life.

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Treating a complex condition like arthritis is not always easy. Treatment of arthritis, which has no cure, typically involves reducing pain and improving mobility. While pain medications can be prescribed to treat arthritis, there are other more natural ways to handle arthritis as well.

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Chinoiserie Styling Adds Timeless Appeal of the Far East

In the not so distant past, Asia seemed a world away. To-day, the exotic cities stretching from Singapore to Shanghai and beyond are fully accessible. But you don't have to take a 16-hour fl ight to give your home a touch of the Far East. That's where the Chinoiserie style comes into play. Fortu-nately, there are many resources and ways to incorporate Chinoiseries into your home décor.

Although Chinoiserie style refers to Asia — and China more specifi cally — the name "Chinois" is the French term for décor that incorporates Asian accents and designs. However, it was the English who fi rst popularized the style by incorporating motifs with Asian scenes (or what they thought looked Asian) onto porcelain ware.BOLD AND DYNAMIC

While Chinese style has its own appeal, Chinoiserie is decidedly more fl amboyant and dramatic. In other words, it's Chinese style with a touch of Vegas thrown in. Rather than simple bamboo chairs surrounding a dining table, the chairs are painted a bold, brilliant, high-gloss fuchsia.

Color is a prominent feature in Chinoiserie, never tak-ing a backseat to accessories or architecture. Sometimes, color is what's missing, but also is what stands out most. White porcelain dragons, ginger jars, garden stools or white furniture all make a strong impression when incorporated in Chinoiserie styling.

such as leaves, branches or animals. Motifs often include birds, deemed auspicious and harbingers of good news in Chinese culture.

If you'd like to impart that oh-so-stylish Chinoiserie look in your home, it helps to know how to make the most impact. Without a doubt, color leads the way. Look for unique colors like deep teal, dark fuchsia, robin's egg blue or lime green — and don't be shy about using them.GO GRAPHIC

Many Chinese patterns are highly geometric; your look doesn't have to be all about dragons and bamboo. A quick search on a photo website such as istockphoto.com yields many geometric graphics of Chinese patterns. Purchase one and then send it to a custom mural site to enlarge and create your own Chinoiserie wallpaper (muralsyourway.com).

If you're starved for accessories to go with your Chinois style, a quick search on the Internet will lead you to everything from lime green Fu dogs to a luscious, deep blue pagoda style lamp (charlotteandivy.com).

Maybe you're hunting for a garden stool to stand-in as a side table. Look no further than San Francisco's Gump's De-partment store (gumps.com). Whether you want interlocking circles, Fu dogs or garden stools in Easter egg colors, you'll fi nd them here, plus a variety of other Chinois accents.

For a full-on variety of Chinoiserie, also take a look at Inside Avenue's Chinoiserie collection (insideavenue.com). For both sites, check under Shop by Style.

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Giordano’s Gift and Garden295 Glen Cove Avenue, Sea Cliff(516) 676-4011, giordanosgiftandgarden.com

Giordano’s Gift and Garden is more than just a place for the leisurely gardener to pick up planting necessities. This full-service, four-season garden center is for the garden enthusi-ast whose goal is to have a beautiful garden each year and gorgeous plants in and outside the home at all times. Aside from their wide range of plants, trees, shrubs and much more, Giordano’s has a complete gift shop and is an expert in which plants grow best in certain areas.

Horticulture product manager Christine Jensen said, “Our owner, Paul Giordano, only chooses plants that he knows will work well in the area. Everything he handles has proven suc-cess in the climate and landscape where it is planted.” He has designed and installed landscapes all over Long Island — from the woodsy areas of Brookville to waterside homes on the LI Sound to the garden-encompassed areas of Sea Cliff.

garden and lawn supplies and it serves as a base for customer landscape operations.

As a four-season garden center, Giordano’s supplies its customers with all their gardening needs, even throughout the cold, dry months of winter. “We have a full selection of tropicals for all seasons,” stated Jensen. “People who really enjoy gar-dening generally like to have some plants indoors during the winter.” Customers do not need to take a break from garden-ing just because of the rain and snow outdoors in December; Giordano’s provides plenty of beautiful and unique houseplants to keep the passion for gardening alive all year.

“Giordano’s is more than just gardening supplies,” said Jen-sen. “We have an extensive gift collection, which includes gard-enware, such as shoes and hats. Creative letter art — allowing us to create signs — is a new addition and a great and unique housewarming gift. We have additional gift and home décor, and a fair-trade jewelry line made in Guatemala. This has been a great seller; it’s reasonably priced and very beautiful to look at.” The jewelry is made with semiprecious and glass stones, and the gift shop also carries candles and bird feeders. It is stocked at all times and changes to fi t every season.

Giordano’s knowledgeable and experienced staff is able to serve their customers at all times and fi x any gardening prob-lems which may arise. “We are always there to help the cus-tomer and we encourage all kinds of feedback — positive and negative. We are willing to do the necessary research when customers come in with problems, such as certain weeds over-riding their gardens. We encourage them to let us know what they want to see in our store, so we can buy it and have what everybody needs in stock,” said Jensen.

Giordano’s Gift and Garden recently launched their web-site, providing history and present information on the center. Customers have the opportunity to shop online and there is a “Tips and Tricks” section to help all levels of gardeners achieve their dream garden and ward off any unpromising situations. Giordano’s emphasizes the use of sustainable goods, organic materials and products made in America.

“I have been working here one year,” said Jensen. “I am an avid gardener who has always loved shopping at Giordano’s and I am proud to say that this is my dream job.”

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Giordano’s Gift and Garden opened in Sea Cliff in 1993, but its workers have a lifetime of experience, which they bring to each and every job. “We are open all year long and are here for more than just spring garden-ing needs,” explained Jensen. “We do consultant work and we offer full planting services, as well as landscape designs and interior and exterior work.” Giordano’s sells plant material,

In many ways, today's kids have busier schedules than any previous generation of youngsters. Many extracurricular activities require a nearly year-round commitment and the dual-income household has landed many kids in afterschool programs where kids tend to their schoolwork or engage in various activities that keep them from resting.

Those busy schedules tend to slow down when the school year ends. Kids used to a full schedule might fi nd themselves with lots of time on their hands. Though it's good for kids to squeeze in some relaxation during summer break, it's also important to stay active so they don't develop poor habits. In addition, the American Psychological Association notes that kids who are physically active are more capable of coping with stress and tend to have higher self-esteem than kids who are not active. The following are a few suggestions for parents looking for ways to keep their kids active throughout the summer while still allowing them to recharge their batteries after a long school year.

Keeping Kids Active Once the School Year Ends

• Plan an active vacation. Why not choose a summer vacation that involves more than napping poolside? Though it's still good to leave time for relaxation, fi nd a locale where you can embrace activities like snorkeling, hiking, kayaking or other adventures that get you and your youngsters off the poolside chaise and out exploring. Such a trip might inspire kids to embrace an activity more fully, getting them off the couch when they return home for the rest of summer.

• Teach kids to garden. Gardening might be seen as a peaceful and relaxing hobby, but it still requires a lot of elbow grease and hard work that pays physical dividends. It also gets kids out of the house to enjoy the great outdoors. When growing a vegetable garden, kids might embrace the chance to be directly involved in the foods that will eventually end up on their dinner tables. Parents can embrace this as an opportunity to teach the value of eating locally-produced foods.

• Go swimming. Most adults who work indoors look out their windows on a sunny day and picture a beautiful afternoon swimming in the lake, beach or pool. Kids have the same daydreams during the summer, so take a day off every so often and take the kids for an afternoon of swimming. Swimming is a great activity that exercises the entire body, including the shoulders, back, legs, hips and abdominals. It helps kids and adults alike maintain a healthy weight while also improving their cardiovascular health. Take advantage of the summer weather and go swimming as often as possible while the nice weather lasts.

• Limit how much time kids spend with electronics.Many of today's kids are as tech savvy as they are busy, but it's important that kids don't spend too much time online or on the couch watching television or playing video games. Such activities are largely sedentary and they can set a bad precedent for the months ahead, even when the school year begins again. Parents should keep track of how much time their youngsters spend in front of the TV or computer, and turn it off if they suspect it’s been too long. Kids might not love it when this happens, but explain the limitations at the onset of summer and let kids know you expect them to be physically active even if it is summer vacation.

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The long, brutal winter has been over for a few weeks now, but many homes and yards on Long Island could still use some landscaping work. The warm weather has been putting a smile on everyone’s faces, but that doesn’t mean they have forgotten about the inevitable spring cleaning chores. Fortunately, Gil’s Landscaping has been offering competitive prices in landscaping and masonry for over 10 years and is well-established in the area. They will handle every aspect of your spring cleaning duties, including planting beautiful trees and fl owers to brighten up the exterior of your home. Gil’s Landscaping takes care of sod installment and will power-wash your stoops, sidewalk, stones and more for a great price. Don’t stress about fi nding time to do all the cleaning when all you really want is to be outside enjoying the warm weather. Gil’s Landscaping is happy to step in and take over your cleaning responsibilities. Not only do they offer these great services, but they make sure all of their hard work remains fl awless, with weekly maintenance services. They also provide bobcat service excavation, grading and leveling. Gil’s Landscaping is licensed, insured and always makes sure the job is done correctly. (516) 739-2999.

****Beginning on June 2, the fi rst annual Sunday Brunch

Oyster Bay Art & Antique Walk will take place, giving artists an opportunity to display and sell their artwork in the Soho-style village of Oyster Bay. To start off their day, everyone is invited to have brunch at one of Oyster Bay’s many restaurants, and then people are encouraged to roam the quaint streets of town, while admiring various forms of artwork. This amazing opportunity for artists allows them to display their work for purchase, and people can take home unique and magnifi cent pieces of art to complement their homes. Oyster Bay’s various art and artisan galleries, antique shops, consignment stores and more will be open with special things happening at each location for a fun day fi lled with art, culture, history and food. Participating art galleries include Long Island Picture Frame and Art Gallery, which plans to have an “artist meet and greet” that afternoon. This gallery has led the way in making this day possible, in hopes that it will become a beloved tradition in the village each year. The Sunday Brunch Oyster Bay Art & Antique Walk will take place on the fi rst Sunday of each month until September, and will run from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. (516) 558-7511, obartwalk.com.

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company, proudly serving the New York metro area. With over 40 years of industry experience, Cabinet MD’s team of skilled craftsmen service both residential and commercial clients. They offer replacement of broken hardware, adjustments on doors and drawers, soft close upgrades, child proof locks, roll-outs, pull-outs and custom storage solutions for kitchen cabinets. Cabinet MD believes that cabinetry is a specialized trade that requires specifi c skills, tools and knowledge, all of which they possess. They have the personnel and the facilities to meet all of your cabinetry needs. Additional services include installing new cabinets and doors to match existing pieces, fi xing doors, modifying cabinets to accommodate new appliances and cleaning and polishing cabinets. If cabinets break after one year, Cabinet MD diagnoses the symptoms and cures it right away. Most of their work can be done on-site and they offer free estimates. To book an estimate, visit their online booking service via their website. Cabinet MD also owns a high-end custom furniture business, a laminate cabinet shop and a refi ning shop. They are open Monday – Friday, from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and on Saturday by appointment only. 75 Windsor Avenue, Mineola (516) 746-1234, cabinetmdny.com.

Hama Sushi 1115 Old Country Road, Plainview(516) 938-1117, hamasushili.com

Hama Sushi, like some restaurants, unfortunately, is underrated due to its location. Situated in the middle of a shopping center, it is the type of eatery that you may easily walk by, without a second glance. However, the thrill of the restaurant begins upon entrance; once you go inside you see a beautiful waterfall. A member of the staff greeted us with a big smile and showed us to a table in the front half of the restaurant.

The menu at Hama Sushi has all the selections you would expect to fi nd at a Japanese restaurant, along with some very unique house specials. The Miso Soup ($2) was fi lled with tofu and seaweed — very tasty. We then decided to be adventurous and trust some of the chef's Signature Rolls. The Lobster Tango ($14) caught both my eye and my taste buds. It was made up of fresh spicy lobster, avocado, mango in a pink soya wrapper and topped with spicy kani salad, crunch and sweet sauce. Noteworthy was its beautiful presentation. The Red Diamond ($14), prepared with King Crab, salmon, eel and avocado in a pink soya wrapper, with red tobiko and mango sauce, was also a big hit.

To complete my meal, I also ordered the Sweet Heart ($14), which made my wife smile. This special, complete with tuna, salmon, yellow tail, kani, shrimp, avocado and mango, left me completely satisfi ed. My wife is not nearly as adventurous as I am when choosing from a Japanese menu, but our server tried his hardest to help her make a selection; she decided on the Salmon Teriyaki ($15). Given the choice of miso soup, rice or salad, she went with the salad, which was fresh and delicious in the house dressing. The Salmon was bright pink, fl akey and the sauce was fi tting for her, so there were no complaints. The Pad Thai ($13) — a stir fried dish with egg, scallion, minced bean curd and bean sprout — contained shrimp that were big and plump, with a wonderful peanut covered noodle.

Their Hama Dinner Box is a neighborhood favorite and is a complete meal of Japanese staples. Served with miso soup, salad and rice, it includes the appetizer of the day, shumai, California roll, edamame, shrimp, veggie tempura and a choice of four pieces of beef/chicken/salmon/shrimp teriyaki, four pieces of beef/chicken negimaki or sushi, or nine pieces of sashimi. It is reasonably priced at $20.

Hama Sushi has a nice selection of desserts. Our server offered fruit and various ice cream fl avors — red bean, ginger or green tea — as well as Fried Cheese Cake. I went with the Fried Banana, however, and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Do not be misled by this restaurant’s location or outer appearance. It offers high quality food that is fresh and beautifully presented, as well as friendly, personal service at comfortable prices. Hama Sushi is available for catering parties and local delivery.

Hama Sushi is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, with lunch specials always available.

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To see your Community Event listed here, submit information four weeks in advance to [email protected]. Submissions can also be sent to: Community Events,North Shore Today, 17 W. John Street, Hicksville, NY 11801 or via fax (516) 496-9898.

• Harborfest. Enjoy a craft show with over 100 vendors, boat cruises, fi re boat tours and demonstrations, nautical singers and entertainment, children’s park, talent show, food, trolley rides, kayaking and much more. Free

Wednesday, May 29• Senior Employment Workshop. Want to re-enter the job market, but are having trouble fi nding an opening? Learn resume preparation, interviewing skills and job search techniques. Must be 55+ years old. Free, registration required. 10:00 am at Glen Cove Public Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave, Glen Cove (516) 676-2130.

• Defensive Driving. Sign up for a defensive driving course to improve your driving skills and lower your insurance rates. Call for pricing. 7:00 – 10:00 pm on 6/3 & 10 at Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave, Bethpage (516) 931-3907.

Thursday, May 30· Movie Showing. Les Miserables is a musical drama about an ex-convict turned mayor, who agrees to take care of someone’s illegitimate daughter, while avoiding capture by a police inspector. Free. 1:30 pm at Locust Valley Library, 170 Buckram Rd, Locust Valley (516) 671-1837.

• Kevin James. This popular comedian, actor, writer and producer is best known for his sitcom King of Queens. Enjoy his comedy routine for a night of laughs and good times. $56.50 - $66.50. 7:00 & 9:45 pm at NYCB Theatre, 960 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury (516) 334-0800.

• Awards Dinner. Great Neck Chamber of Commerce invites you to this annual event, honoring special restaurant owners, a NYS assemblywoman and a hotelowner. $100. 6:30 pm at Leonard’s Palazzo of Great Neck, 555 Northern Blvd, Great Neck (516) 487-2000, greatneckchamber.org.

Friday, May 31• Singles Event. Join a social meet and greet with personal introductions, facilitated by a TV talk show host. $10, plus check, RSVP required. 9:30 pm at Celebrity Diner, 312 Jericho Tpke, Syosset (516) 395-8303.

• Zoo Yoga. For ages 3-6, with adult. Learn cobra, dolphin, lion’s breath and more fun yoga poses. Bring a towel or mat. Free. 4:15 – 5:00 pm at Oyster Bay-E. Norwich Public Library, 89 E. Main St, Oyster Bay (516) 922-1212.

• Concert. The Northport Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Richard Hyman, presents a concert featuring works by Mozart, Dvorak and Symphony No. 99 by Haydn. Free. 8:00 pm at Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Rd, Northport (631) 848-8222.

• Military Bridge. Play this fun and challenging card game with friends. Players must bid and take certain tricks in order to ensure victory. Includes prizes and light refreshments. $12. 7:00 pm at Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, 2 Indian Head Rd, Commack (631) 499-6161.

• Comedy Show. The Paramount Comedy Series, hosted by Paul Anthony, presents comedians Tom Briscoe, Kerri Louise, Jeff Norris and more surprise guests. $29.25 - $42.25. 8:00 pm at The Paramount, 370 New York Ave, Huntington (631) 673-7300, paramountny.com.

Saturday, June 1• Fine Art and Craft Fair. “Art in the Park” is a tradition attracting thousands of discerning art lovers, featuring live art demonstrations, music, food, drinks and prizes for those whose works show superior artistry and craftsmanship. Free. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday at Heckscher Park, 164 W. Main St, Huntington (631) 462-5400 x 277.• Yard Sale. Shop at this yard sale fundraiser for donated goods or donate some of your own that are in clean, working condition. Free. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at St. Peter’s, 1321 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington (516) 353-0616.• Pet Adopt-a-thon. Animal lovers are encouraged to check out the large selection of puppies, dogs, kittens and cats. Activities and fun for the whole family. Free. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, until 6/2, at North Shore Animal League America, 25 Davis Ave, Port Washington (516) 883-7900.• Folk Music Performance. The Stray Birds have crafted an original sound that draws upon the richness of American

folk music traditions. $20 members, $25 non-members. 7:30 pm open mic, 8:30 pm concert, at Folk Music Society of Huntington, 30 Washington Dr, Centerport (631) 423-2925. • Performing Arts. The Long Island Ballet Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland, an original ballet adventure choreographed by former NYC ballet dancer Christopher Fleming. $20 adults, $15 seniors/children under 18. 1:00 & 4:00 pm at Landmark on Main St, 232 Main St, Port Washington (631) 271-4627.

Sunday, June 2• La Boheme. Velvet-voiced Anna Netrebko is unforgettable as the doomed fl ower girl, Mimi, in this brilliant production of Puccini’s beloved, heartwarming story of starving artists falling in and out of love in 19th century Paris. $10 members, $15 public, Noon on 6/2 and 7:00 pm on 6/5 at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave, Huntington (631) 423-3456.

• Seashore Circular. During this hilly, moderately-paced 4.5-mile walk for adults through fi elds and woods, discuss geological and social factors that have affected LI. $4, registration required. 9:45 am at Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd, Huntington (631) 423-1770.

• Photography Exhibition. View photographs entered in the contest, “Capturing Images of Structure in Your World.” Prizes will be awarded. Free. 9:00 am – 4:00 pm weekdays and 11:00 am – 4:00 pm weekends, until 7/7, at Art League of LI, 107 E. Deer Park Rd, Dix Hills (631) 462-5400.

• Walk for Friendship. All are invited to a walk-a-thon to show their appreciation and support for children with special needs. Free. 9:30 am at Vanderbilt Elementary School, 350 Deer Park Rd, Dix Hills (631) 351-8672.

admission, fee for cruises. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on 347 Main St, Port Washington (516) 883-6566.

• Zen Gardens. Experience the peace that comes with creating and caring for your own Zen rock garden. Design a special rake to care for your landscape. Free, with museum admission. 2:00 – 4:00 pm at LI Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave, Garden City (516) 224-5828, licm.org.

• Sunday Brunch Art and Antique Walk. Artists can display and sell artwork on the Gold Coast of Long Island, while fans are welcome to shop and admire all forms of art. $30 per space, per artist. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm on 6/2, 7/7, 8/4 & 9/1, at Village of Oyster Bay (516) 798-8400, obartwalk.com.

Monday, June 3• Bereavement Support Group. COPE, a grief and healing organization dedicated to those living with the loss of a child, holds monthly meetings for parents. Free. 7:30 pm at Elias Hicks Historical Home, 1740 Old Jericho Tpke, Jericho (516) 484-4993.

Tuesday, June 4• Business Workshop. Volunteers from SCORE, retired executives who donate their time to help small businesses, present a workshop for those interested in starting a business. Learn legal structure, tax requirements, marketing, fi nancial management and more. Free. 7:00 pm at Glen Cove Public Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave, Glen Cove (516) 676-2130.

Wednesday, June 5• Accordion Meeting. Join the LI Accordion Alliance meeting, with special guest and internationally acclaimed accordionist, Mary Tokarski. Fee: cost of meal. 6:30 pm at La Villini, 288 Larkfi eld Rd, E. Northport (631) 864-4428.


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