Muhlenberg County Fily & Consumer Sciences Newsletter Cooperative Extension Service Muhlenberg County 3690 State Route 1380 Central City, KY 42330-5512 (270) 338-3124 Fax: (270) 338-3138 extension.ca.uky.edu Hello, Happy September! Summer is coming to an end and now it is time to get back in the swing of things. Personally I ready for some fall weather! Fall is going to be a very busy time at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office. There are tons of progrs for you to become involved in, so if you are not a Muhlenberg County Homemaker now is the time to become one! In this newsletter you will find important dates and information about some new progrs and activities starting. There is also important information about the Bean Supper and Pennyrile Area Homemaker meeting. For more information about what the Extension Service has to offer please call 270-338-3124. Thank you! Mary Beth Riley Extension Agent for Fily & Consumer Sciences The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an Equal Opportunity Organization with respect to education and employment and authorization to provide research, education information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function without regard to economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other related matter should be directed to Equal Opportunity Office, College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky, Room S-105 Agriculture Science Building, North Lexington, Kentucky 40546. Upcoming Events: September 5 th : Office closed for Labor Day September 17 th : Squash and Gobble at 9:00-4:00 pm September 22 nd : Creations from the Calendar at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 11:30 September 22 nd : Pinterest Craft Club at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 6:00 pm September 27 th : Slow Cooking for Fast Times at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 October 10 th : Needlework Class at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 October 31 st : Commercial Break Exercises at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 Craft Club When: September 22 nd Time: 6:00 pm Cost: $3 This fall the Muhlenberg County Extension Office will be offering a new special interest club. The Pinterest Craft Club will meet every month to make a fun and easy craft! Call the office at 270-338-3124 to sign up! More details to come.
Thank you to everyone who has helped with the Sanitary Kit Project so far! Almost all of the kits are complete but now bags need to be made for all of them. Basic Sewing Join us September 27 th at 5:30 pm to finish the kits! There will be a lesson on how to use a serger while completing the drawstring bags for the kits. Creations from the Calendar Come to the Muhlenberg County Extension Service during lunch time to try a healthy new recipe and get some cooking and nutrition tips! When: September 22 nd Time: 11:30 Place: Muhlenberg County Extension Service 4-H CORNER Fabulous 4-H Foodies Do you know any youth that love good food and enjoy cooking? This is the club for them; the Fabulous 4-H Foodies is a cooking club for 4-Hers who are interested in learning to cook and bake. The 4-H Foodies meet on the last Monday of each month, beginning Monday, September 26 th at 5:00 pm at the Muhlenberg County Extension Service. The club teaches kitchen and food safety, basic food preparation, and good nutrition practices. At the meetings of the Fabulous 4-H Foodies youth will prepare delicious recipes and enjoy them together. Cooking is an art as well as a science, youth will learn important life skills that will be used as they grow into an independent and responsible adult. How do you join? Call the Muhlenberg County Extension Service at 270-338-3124 to sign up.
Health Benefits of Walking Did you know that walking is the most popular physical activity ong adults? This may be because it so easy to do. Perhaps it is because there is no special equipment that is needed. Maybe it is because you can do it almost anywhere. Regardless of why it is the favorite, there are certainly many reasons why it is a good idea to walk. Walking improves blood flow. It gets your heart beating a little faster and the blood flows a little faster too. Walking also helps prevent heart disease and lowers blood pressure when done regularly. Walking strengthens your bones. Walking can make your bones stronger. This is especially important for those at risk of osteoporosis. One study found that women who walked 30 minutes a day reduced their risk of hip fractures by 40 percent. Walking can lighten your mood. People who walk often are in better moods. This is because walking releases endorphins to the body, making the person feel better. Walking can help with weight loss. For an average adult, a brisk 30-minute walk burns 200 calories. Calories burned can lead to weight loss. Walking can also help individuals maintain weight if they are happy with their current weight. Walking improves sleep. When people are regular walkers, they are more likely to have better sleep patterns. They are also less likely to have insomnia. Walking slows memory loss. People who walk more have shown fewer declines in memory over time. Walking could lower your Alzheimer s risk. One study has shown that men who walked more than onefourth mile per day had less dementia and onset of Alzheimer s disease when compared to those who did not walk. Walking helps you do more, longer. Being active on a regular basis actually allows a person to be more independent for longer as they age. There are many benefits to walking on a regular basis and we are learning more every day. If you are looking for an easy activity that you can do almost anywhere, walking is a great choice. Reference: Arthritis Foundation. 12 Benefits of Walking. http://www.arthritis.org/livingwitharthritis/exercise/workouts/walking/wow-of-walking.php Source: Nicole Peritore, Extension Specialist for Fily Health; University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Homemaker News Upcoming Events: September 1 st : Apron Friends Club meeting at JoNell s House at 10:00 September 8 th : Materials Girls Club meeting at 5:30 pm September 9 th : Travel Club meeting at Brother s BBQ in Central City at 12:00 pm September 10 th : Trip to Hopkinsville for Trail of Tears Pow Wow; leaving at 9:00 September 14 th : Harmonizers Club meeting at 10:00 September 15 th : Homemaker Council meeting at Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 9:30 September 16 th : Squash and Gobble items due to Extension Office
September 19 th : Bean Supper Planning meeting at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 September 20 th : Imitation Club meeting at 11:00 September 20 th : Neighborhood Club meeting at 1:00 pm September 21 st : Forever Young Club meeting at 9:30 September 22 nd : Bingo at Courtyard Assisted Living in Central City at 2:00 pm September 26 th : Library Club meeting at Central City Library at 11:00 September 27 th : Lesson leader training on Slow Cooking for Fast Times at Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 September 29 th : Trophy Club meeting at 10:00 September 29 th : Bingo at Courtyard Assisted Living at Central City at 2:00 pm October 3 rd : President Paperwork due back to Mary Beth! Pow Wow Trip When: September 10 th Where: Hopkinsville, KY Time: Leaving at 9:00 There will be Native American dancing, storytelling, crafts, jewelry, etc. Call JoNell Mallay for more information at 270-657-2361. Fily trip to German Christmas Market When: November 19 th Where: Ferdinand, IN Time: Leaving around 7:00 Call JoNell Mallay for more information at 270-657-2361. October 10 th : Needlework Class at the Muhlenberg County Extension Office at 10:00 October 11 th : Pennyrile Area meeting registration fee due! Bean Supper When: October 17 th Time: 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Cost: $5 for adults; $3 for 12 and under The Homemakers Annual Bean Supper Fundraiser for ovarian cancer research will be on Monday, October 17 th. All clubs will be signing up to bring items at this month s club meetings. If you are a member at large and would like to bring beans to donate, please bring them to the Extension Service by Friday, October 14 th. All silent auction baskets (clubs only) or other donated items should be at the Extension Service by October 13 th. If you are dropping off auction items on the 13 th please feel free to bring your beans as well.
Squash and Gobble Greenville s Squash and Gobble will be September 17 th from 9:00 to 4:00 pm. If you are interested in volunteering on this day please contact the office at 270-338-3124. Every homemaker is asked to please bring at least one item to be sold at the Homemaker table. Please have your items priced when you bring them in. All items need to be dropped off at the Extension Service by September 16 th or at the Council meeting on September 15 th. If your items do not sale they will be placed in the Bean Supper silent auction! Volunteer Opportunity! Join Anne Bunch; Filies, Children & Youth chair, as she conducts Bingo at The Courtyard Assisted Living in Central City! This is a great way to volunteer in our community! When: September 22 nd, September 29 th, October 6 th, October 13 th Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm *We are in need of small prizes to give out at Bingo! Drop your prizes off at the Extension Office!* September is National Honey Month! HONEY RAISIN MUFFINS Ingredients: ½ cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ cup + 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour ¾ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon group cinnon ¼ teaspoon salt 2 cups bran flake cereal with raisins 1 cup skim milk ½ cup honey 2 egg whites 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce 2 tablespoons canola oil Directions: 1. Combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnon and salt in a bowl and set aside. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cereal, milk and honey; let stand for 2 minutes to soften. Stir in egg whites, applesauce and oil; mix well. 3. Add dry ingredients and stir until moistened. 4. Fill a greased or paper-lined muffin pan 2/3 full. 5. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes. 6. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Yield: 12 muffins. Source: Plate it Up Kentucky Proud PENNYRILE AREA HOMEMAKER MEETING Laughter is like Music for the Soul Date: October 25 th Time: 10:00 Location: Second Baptist Church 217 W. Depot St. Greenville Speaker: Georgia Stper--Mother always said, You might as well laugh Entertainment: Local musician Roy Kyle Registration fee of $12 due to the Muhlenberg County Extension Service by October 11 th.