Having a Ball!

We have lived in our current home for nearly ten years. I like our neighborhood. It is quiet. The neighbors are polite and the street is safe. My street is lined with pine and oak trees. The street seems ideal, but something is missing. That something is the sound of kids playing outdoors. I seldom…

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New Year, New You!

NEW YEAR – NEW YOU! Getting Organized is one of the Top Ten most popular New Year’s Resolutions according to About.com. But what does that really mean? If a resolution isn’t tangible, it isn’t likely to come to fruition. Make specific and direct resolutions with clear objectives that will bring actual results and keep you…

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Preventing Vision Loss in Ohio’s Preschoolers

Seven Pediatrician Offices Taking Part in Statewide Program to Prevent Vision Loss in Ohio’s Preschoolers(Dayton, Ohio) – Seven PriMed pediatrician offices in the Dayton area announced a partnership with the Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (Ohio AAP) and Prevent Blindness to improve preschool vision screenings and prevent vision loss in children 3-5 years of…

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Woodwind Accessory Durability

Understanding Woodwind Accessory Durability and Why It Matters

For student woodwind players, accessories play an essential role in shaping the learning experience. Items such as ligatures, mouthpiece caps, and thumb supports may seem secondary to the instrument itself, yet they affect comfort, tone consistency, and overall confidence. When accessories perform reliably, students can focus on improving musical skills instead of adjusting for equipment…

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