ONU and surrounding communities are invited to the ONU Observatory
this on Friday, February 9 for a stargazing event called "The Winter Milky Way."
Organizers note, "The Milky Way is our home Galaxy. It appears as a swath of light that wraps around the sky. In the summer, the Milky Way runs through constellations like Cygnus (the Swan), while in the winter, it runs through Gemini and Canis Major (the great dog) next to Orion. In February, this "Winter Milky Way" is crossing the meridian around 9:30 pm, making it a good time to explore its treasures with a telescope.
"These include Hubble's Variable Nebula, the Seagull Nebula, and several star clusters.
Orange paint and caution tape mark 10 trees that are slated for removal by the Village of Ada. This large example is on the northern end of town. The Village has noted that it may delete trees from the removal list based on budget.
Ohio Northern University Theatre is presenting the contemporary drama, Ugly
Lies the Bone, Feb. 29 - March 3, 2024. The play is about a veteran who served three tours in Afghanistan and returns home to begin the challenging process of beginning to restore her relationships, her life and herself.
By Karen L. Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU Healthwise Team
The Beach Boys released their hit Good Vibrations on October 10, 1966. The lyrics were written by Mike Love and the music was composed by Brian Wilson. The development of this song was groundbreaking. Segments of the song were recorded over 9 months in 4 different studios. The term pocket symphony was given to this style of recording.
How would good vibrations improve one’s health?
In January 2024, the FDA cleared a new vibration belt for women who have lost some of their bone density. The belt is strategically placed on the hips and spine and provides a mechanical stimulation to the bones.
Bone mineral density (BMD) is a measure of minerals in our bones and gives an indication of bone thickness or density. The measurement is evaluating mineral composition of the bone, but calcium and phosphorus are the 2 common minerals found in the bone.
