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Cooperative Extension Service Meade County 1041 Old Ekron Road Brandenburg KY 40108 (270) 422-4958 www.meade.ca.uky.edu
Meade County Extension
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2017
Active Aging
September 24- 30 is Active Aging Week. Active aging is embracing life and living
as fully as possible. Active aging applies to everyone looking for ways to
optimize health and enhance quality of life. The active aging campaign’s goal is
to share with older adults the possibility of experiencing wellness by
participating in activities and exercise. Active aging allows people to realize
their potential for physical, social and mental well-being throughout their life
and to participate in society. Everyone functions better when adding wellness
activities thorough the day. This can be as simple as taking a walk, visiting
friends or family, working a crossword or singing and dancing. Here are a few
tips to stay active and independent in life:
1. Have fun being active. Finding enjoyable ways to add
exercise to your life can be the ticket to success. Do things
you enjoy and pick up the pace a bit. If you love the
outdoors, try biking, fishing, jogging or hiking. Listen to
music or a book while walking, gardening or raking.
2. Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is a way to remain
present and focused through connectedness and
relaxation. Taking time to include mindfulness in your daily
routine can lead to greater quality of life and positivity
while reducing anxiety and stress.
3. Make connections. Social connections are good for your
emotional well-being. Studies have shown that friendships
and the social support network developed at senior
centers, places of worship and neighborhoods not only
prevent loneliness, but also provide a source of
intellectual, physical and volunteer activities. Keep your
social life active. Go out with friends to see a movie or
enjoy a coffee.
4. Laugh more. A healthy life is generally a life filled with joy
and laughter. Laughing increases circulation, immune
system defenses and mental functioning while decreasing
stress hormones. So do what you need to do to kick up
your heels and have a good time.
5. Keep learning. Keep your mind and body active and
engaged. Learning adds a needed dimension to life,
whether it involves staying in touch with what is
happening in the world or keeping the brain stimulated.
The best news is that you can start learning new subjects
or physical activities at any age.
Resources: http://www.landofsky.org/index.html ; http://www.servingseniors.org/ ; http://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/10665/67215/1/WHO_NMH_NPH_02.8.pdf
Source: Natalie Jones, Extension Program Coordinator II for Physical Activity
Meade County Cultural Arts Contest
Deadline to enter items: Monday, October 2 @ 4 P.M. (When you bring in your item(s), please have the following information on an index card)
1. Name 2. Address 3. Category # and Subcategory #
Judging will take place: Tuesday, October 3 @ 10 A.M.
NEW MEMBER:
Mary Sue Foushee—Garrett
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Upcoming Events Page 3
Kids’ Fest - November 4, 9-11 , Brandenburg Primary
Ovarian Cancer Screening
We have scheduled the Ovarian
Cancer Screening at the UK
Markey Cancer Center in Lexington on
January 29 at 11:00 a.m. We have a
limited number of slots, so R.S.V.P. as soon
as possible. This program is free and open
to women ages 50 and older and those
older than 25 who have a family history of
ovarian cancer. If interested in going,
please contact the Extension Office at 270-
422-4958.
Roll Call
Name your favorite type of
pizza.
“I cannot endure to waste
anything as precious as
autumn sunshine by
staying in the house”
~~ Nathaniel Hawthorn
Mailbox Members:
Cheryl Pence, Dawn Hurt, Kathy Vessels, Judy Hicks
Garrett Club:
Mary Sue Foushee
Doe Valley:
Donna Wood, Erin Clinkscales
Nite Owls:
Donna Stith
Thursday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.
The deadline to submit information to the
Extension Office for the booklet is October
11th. If you or a friend are interested in
attending, contact the Extension Office to
pre-register.
MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
HOMEMAKER DISPLAY
Honoring Homemaker Week, October 9-13
If you happen to be in Brandenburg sometime during
the month of October, please take a minute or two
to stop by the library and take a look at the display
case in the lobby. Thanks to the Homemaker Week
Committee for their creativity and the volunteers
who assisted in getting the display case setup. The
display case depicts some of the activities and
community projects Extension Homemakers are
involved with in our community and county. Great
job ladies!!
Activities planned for Homemaker Week:
October 3, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office.
Pat Carlson will be demonstrating how to create a fairy
garden (and it will be given away to a lucky winner).
October 5, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Extension Office
Mary Pike, Garrett Club, will demonstrate how to create
a glass bird bath.
October 5, (following Mary’s demo), Extension Office
Jennie Cooper will demonstrate how to make a clothes
line basket.
If interested in attending any of these sessions, call the
Extension Office at 270-422-4958 to register.
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Sincerely,
Jennifer Bridge,
Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences
Education ~ Meade County
Hard to believe it almost that time of year…….
September is….
Meade County is no stranger to natural
disasters. Maybe that’s why we have
compassion and quickly reach out to others
who experience devastating loss in a few short
minutes. But what are we doing to prepare
for a disaster in the event one were to occur
here again?
Do you have a basic emergency
preparedness kit to help you and your family
in time of need? If not, a list of basic supply
ideas are included with this newsletter. If you
do, this would be a great time to restock or
replace older items as needed. Being
organized and placing supplies in a safe
location is a great step towards being
prepared. Are you READY?
For additional information, please review
the information on Page 6, “FEMA Emergency
Supply List.”
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HAITI PROJECT
Mary Jones is returning to Haiti this fall to teach
sewing skills and work with the people of the
community that she will be visiting. If you have
excess cotton or cotton blend fabric or basic
sewing supplies you would like to donate, please
drop off at the Extension Office no later than
OCTOBER 4th. All donations appreciated.
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Sweet potatoes are a favorite fall food. They are savory, sweet and nutritious -versatile too. Sweet potatoes are a native
American plant and was the main source of nourishment for early homesteaders and soldiers during the Revolutionary
War. These tuberous roots are among the most nutritious foods in the vegetable kingdom. They are excellent sources of
vitamins A and C.
Kentucky grows two kinds of sweet potatoes. They are divided by color-dark orange and pale yellow or white -and have either moist or dry flesh. Choose firm, dark, smooth sweet potatoes, without wrinkles, bruises, sprouts or decay. Even if cut away, a decayed spot may have already caused the whole potato to take on an unpleasant flavor.
Sweet potatoes spoil rapidly.To keep them fresh, store in a dry,cool (55-60 degrees F) place such as a cellar, pantry or garage.
Do not store in the refrigerator, where they will develop a hard core and an “off” taste. If stored properly, sweet potatoes
will keep for a month or longer. At normal room temperature, they should be used within a week of purchase. You may
brush off any excess dirt before storing, but do not wash them until you are ready to cook them. It is the moisture from
washing that will increase their spoilage.
Wash sweet potatoes well. Cook them whole whenever possible, as most of the nutrients are next to the skin, and skins
are easier to remove after they have been cooked. Pierce skin with a fork. Place potatoes in a pan and cook in an oven
heated to 375 degrees F for about 45 minutes or until tender. Cool potatoes slightly before removing skins. Sweet
potatoes can be cooked in a microwave oven. Wash and pierce potatoes, then place them on a paper towel. For two
potatoes cook on high 5-9 minutes; cook four potatoes 10-13 minutes. Yellow and dark orange sweet potatoes can be
used interchangeably in recipes. Try not to mix the two types in a single dish, because the different textures and cooking
times may affect the outcome of the recipe. The yellow variety takes longer to cook than the orange variety and will be
done at the upper range of cooking times.
Sweet potatoes have gained popularity in recent years. They are now served more often than just during the holidays.
Restaurants now offer baked sweet potatoes as a side dish option, instead of an Irish potato.
Mashed sweet potatoes can also be used interchangeably in recipes calling for cooked pumpkin. These may include bread,
pies, soups, cakes and casseroles, to name a few.
For a different addition to the family meal try this delicious recipe for grilling fresh sweet potatoes. A serving ofthis
recipe contains 380% ofthe vitamin C Daily Value required for a 2000 calorie diet.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes - Yield: 6 servings
6 medium sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
Dressing:
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Prepare grill for hot, direct heat.
2. Peel sweet potatoes and cut lengthwise or on a
diagonal into 1/2-inch slices.
3. Coat each slice with olive oil. Lay sweet potato
slices on hot grill. Cook about 5 minutes on each
side until slices are tender and crisp, being careful
not to char.
4. Baste sweet potato slices with dressing and
serve hot.
Nutritional analysis: 200 calories, 9 g fat; 1.5 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 170 mg sodium; 26 g carbohydrates; 4 g fiber; 5 g sugars; 2 g protein
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OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
3 - Brittani Spink
6 - Millie McAfee
9 - Karen Hofmann
12 - Terry Allen
13 - Laverne Boteler
13 - Margaret McCoy
13 - Renee Robinson
17 - Veronica Buckler
22 - Georgia Hager
23 - Alison Allen
25 - Kristen Barr
28 - Aleah Foushee
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
3 - Margaret Davis
9 - Rachel Otto
11 - Virginia Smiley
16 - Donna Libby
20 - Brenda Dattilo
24 - Stephanie Boyken
24 - Janet M Hobbs
25 - Pauline Bramer
26 - Melody Dodson
28 - Latisha Hardesty
30 - Terri Wathen
30 - Carol Mohler
Happy Birthday