Geriatrician encourages new thinking on aging

A novel way of thinking about and assisting the elderly is necessary in today’s society, according to a physician and author who spoke Wednesday night at Kansas University’s Dole Institute of Politics.

Dr. William Thomas, who made waves with the recent book “What Are Old People For?” says baby boomers should embrace old age and not see it as a decline. In fact, he thinks the time has come for longevity to receive more attention than youth and vigor.

He decries the lack of alternatives to nursing homes and the institutionalization of the elderly. Moreover, he says society has developed a massive bureaucracy to serve the elderly without affection or tenderness.

Weekend dog show free to public

The Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds will be overrun by dogs this weekend.

The Lawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club will sponsor the American Kennel Club Dog Show both Saturday and Sunday. It is an all-breed show with regional dog owners bringing their animals to compete in a variety of judging events.

There also will be an obedience competition that tests a handler and dog’s ability to work together as a team.

Vendors will set up booths to sell special dog-related items such as grooming equipment, jewelry and apparel and dog treats and toys.

There won’t be a fee to park or attend. Events run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Shuttle buses offered for KU-KSU game

The Lawrence Bus Co. will operate charter buses Saturday from businesses to Kansas University’s Memorial Stadium.

Buses will leave 30 minutes before the 6:20 p.m. start of the game between Kansas and Kansas State universities. Some of the buses may charge a fee. Buses will leave from:

• The 75th Street Brewery, Kasold Drive and Clinton Parkway.
• Jet Lag Lounge, 610 Fla.
• Johnny’s Tavern, 401 N. Second St.
• Set-‘Em-Up Jacks, 1800 E. 23rd St.
• Bucky’s Drive In, 2120 W. Ninth St.
• Limerance Coffee Shop and Linda’s Liquor, 1520 Wakarusa Drive.
• Yacht Club, 530 Wis.