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Young At Heart
February 2013
News
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Activities, Resources & Ideas
You’ve Gotta Have Heart
We begin with quotes from February birthday celebrities. We list some top Love Songs of years past that may bring
back fond memories (pg 3). Important tips on keeping the Resolutions you made - especially about health - are here
for consideration (pg 4). Well-being is a signi icant focus in this month of hearts (physical and romantic) and reminds
us of the importance of relationships and our health. February brings Valentine’s Day and ways to celebrate (pg 3, 5).
This is also American Heart Month when we look at ideas to take care of this critical health issue. We offer tips and
suggestions to include Healthy Living in your life (pgs 4, 6-7). Our Food of the Month, not regarded as beautiful but
extremely healthy and versatile (8-9), could even grow in a winter pot (pg 18). We include mouth-watering recipes for
this nutritious root vegetable from soup to snacks, from the oven to the crockpot (pgs 8-9, 17).
National Bird Feeding Month coincides with the Great Backyard Bird Count and there are many resources for
participating - in your own yard or with one of our Great Escapes to explore new “backyards” for the count (or for
fun) (pg 12-13, 19). Good Times around the region will keep you busy in your spare time with regional winter events
and activities (10-11). You might even take a walk down our Garden Path to get to the “root” of the matter where you
will learn why not to judge the plant by the cover (pg 18). Our guest author gives you the tips on what to look for and
why, when you buy your new trees & bushes for your spring garden you've been dreaming about and planning.
Our popular Mind Games section includes puzzles, brain teasers, and a healthy Dose of Laughter (20-22); mix in the
Reading Suggestions on some of our themes (pg 23) and you have all the excuses you need to just kick back and enjoy
Living Young At Heart
In This Issue:
Healthy Living................ 5-7
Good Times ..................10-11
Great Escape ..................... 13
Looking Back .................... 14
At the Center..................... 16
Garden Path...................... 18
Mind Games ......................20
Heart Month
Taking Care
pgs 5-7
Food of the Month
Popeye would approve
pgs 8-9 & 17-18
GBBC
Join in & Count
pgs 12-13 & 19
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YOUNG AT HEART  February 2013
Valentine’s Day Around the World
Britain: People express love with gifts like flowers, cards, and
chocolates. Traditions differ in areas but one uniform custom is the
singing of special songs by children who are then rewarded with
gifts of candy, fruit or money. In some areas it is popular to bake
valentine buns with caraway seeds, plums, or raisins to celebrate
agarian productivity. This connection with fertility and the similar
date of celebration are probably why many link the festival of
Lupercalia with Valentine’s Day. Composing verses is another
custom. A month prior to Valentine’s Day, leading papers and
magazines publish verses to commemorate the occasion. This
originated with British poets who penned the best love poems
associated with Saint Valentine.
Italy: This day was once celebrated as a Spring Festival where people
gathered in brightly decorated gardens to listen to music and poetry
readings. This custom steadily ceased and now Valentine’s Day is
mainly seen as a holiday imported from US. It is celebrated mainly by
young people who take this opportunity to profess love to their
sweethearts with gifts like perfume, chocolates, flowers, cards or
jewelry. It is earmarked exclusively for lovers, and hence, family
members and friends do not exchange gifts. Couples usually go out
for dinners at pizzeria or ristorante which ends with gift giving.
A popular gift is Baci Perugina - a small, chocolate-covered hazelnut
containing a small slip of paper with a romantic poetic quote in
four languages.
Denmark: Here it is a time for romance, exchanging of love tokens
and a festival celebrated in a very conventional manner. People send
their beloveds a valentine card and some send pressed white flowers
called Snowdrops to friends. Many Danish men send their ladylove a
form of valentine known as a gaekkebrev (or “joking letter”). This
romantic letter contains a rhyme penned by the sender himself. The
fun part of the custom is that the letter doesn’t have the name of
the sender. Instead, the lover signs with dots...one dot for each
letter in his name. If the lady whom he sends the gaekkebrev
correctly guesses his name, he rewards her with an Easter egg
during Eastertide.
Japan: Valentine’s Day is observed on February 14 but truly ends on
March 14th, In February, women present chocolates or gifts to the
men they love. Most Japanese women believe that store-bought
chocolate is not a gift of true love and make it themselves. They also
give chocolates to male friends or co-workers, whom they don’t love.
This kind of chocolate-gift is called giri-choco which means
chocolates given because of obligations. Men who receive
chocolates or gifts on Valentine’s Day are supposed to return the
favor to the women on March 14, known as “White Day.” The
tradition is believed to have been introduced by a marshmallow
company in the 1960s.
Germany: The celebration of Valentine’s Day is nearly the same as
elsewhere in the world - the festival is a celebration of love and a
time to spend with sweethearts. In Germany, it is customary for a
man to present his beloved with flowers on February 14th.
Valentine gifts in Germany are usually in the shape of love tokens
with lovely messages.
North America: In the United States and Canada, Valentine’s Day was
originally to honor St Valentine and later to express love to
sweethearts. The scope has widened to become an occasion to
express gratitude and love also to teachers, parents or any other
close relation or acquaintance. Popular gifts include cards, fresh
flowers, chocolates and candies. Some attend dinner/dance parties in
homes or clubs and restaurants. Giving candies in heart-shaped
valentine candy boxes tied with red ribbon has been a popular
tradition. These contain tiny pastel-colored candies shaped like
hearts with some lovely messages like “Be Mine”, “Thank You” or
even “Cool Dude” printed on them.
In the US, children celebrate in schools in programs where students
perform songs, dance, and plays. Kids make gifts and cards for their
friends and teachers. In some schools, they have a classroom party
and put all valentines into a box they have decorated for distribution.
February Birthdays & Quotes
Gertrude Stein, author b. 2/3
Romance is everything.
Boris Pasternak, author b. 2/10 Surprise is the greatest gift which life can grant us
Kim Novak, actress b. 2/13
I live way out in the country, so there’s not a lot of people around to
remind me. And my friends don’t think of me as ‘Kim Novak’
anymore anyway. It’s like they forgot, too - so it’s nice.
Susan B Anthony, activist b. 2/15
The older I get, the greater power I seem to have to help the world; I
am like a snowball -- the further I am rolled, the more I gain.
Ansel Adams, photographer b. 2/20
The negative is the equivalent of the composer’s score, and the print,
the performance.
Anais Nin, author b. 2/21
The only abnormality is the incapacity to love.
Steve Jobs, co-founder - Apple Computer 2/24
If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.
As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.
And, like any great relationship, it just gets better as the years roll on.
Joanne Woodward, actress b. 2/27
An activist is someone who makes an effort to see problems not
being addressed and then makes an effort to make their voice heard.
Linus Pauling, scientist b. 2/28
The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas.
Here are some of the most popular Love Songs of the last 50 years.
Even if YOUR top song is not included in the list, at least one of these
might evoke a romantic memory of a special time in your life.
I Will Always Love You
Whitney Houston (1992)
Hello
Lionel Ritchie (1984)
The Rose
Bette Midler (1980)
Just the Way You Are
Billie Joel (1977)
You Are So Beautiful
Joe Cocker (1975)
You Are the Sunshine of My Life
Stevie Wonder (1973)
Without Love (There is Nothing)
Tom Jones (1970)
You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman
Aretha Franklin (1967)
Unchained Melody
Righteous Brothers (1965)
In My Life
The Beatles (1965)
At Last
Etta James (1961)
Can’t Help Falling in Love With You
Elvis Presley (1961)
The Way You Look Tonight
recorded by MANY singers from Billie Holliday to Rod Stewart - from
the 1930’s to the 1980’s
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Resolutions Revisited
It’s normal for many people to start falling behind on their New Years
Resolution(s) by the 2nd or 3rd month.
Try these tips to make it more likely that the changes you want might
actually become habits that stick this year:
Limit the number of changes you try to make at a time.
It may be that your enthusiasm on December 31st gave you a page of
resolutions, but the reality is that it’s easier and more likely to be
successful if you limit the changes. Put aside all but one resolution for
a month (or however long it takes for that one to become a habit.
Then add another small change.
Take Small Steps. Take one (or a few) small steps instead of all at
once. If you are trying to increase exercise, begin with 5 10 minutes
and then add 10 more a week later, when it feels comfortable. Use
the same technique for a project you keep putting off or a diet plan.
The small steps add up quickly.
Keep Reminders Visible. It is much easier to keep on the path to
your goal if you see a reminder often. To repeat a tip from last month
- write it down! Then put the note where you cannot avoid seeing it.
Place several in strategic spots.
Go Easy on Your Fallbacks if You Have Them. Everyone has some
bad days even if you follow the tips. The important thing here is to
not take that stumble too seriously and don’t be too hard on yourself
when it happens. Learn from the experience so you don’t have to
repeat the same stumble again. Then let it go so you can get back
on track and keep on going.
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Continuing to focus on keeping resolutions for health, we ask….
“Did you resolve to eat a heart-healthier diet this year?” We like the
suggestion of Dr. Michelle Hauser, internal medicine at Cambridge
Health Alliance, of making one change each month. You’ll improve
your cardiovascular health AND never want to eat the old way again.
[On a fast track? Make a change every two weeks or even weekly].
1st month: Once a week, serve a broth-based soup loaded with
beans and vegetables instead of a main course. You’ll be satisfied
with fewer calories and less saturated fat. Your heart will love the
cholesterol-lowering fiber in beans and the nutrients in vegetables.
2nd month: Eat old-fashioned oatmeal or (better) steel-cut oats for
breakfast. It is high in soluble fiber to help remove harmful LDL.
3rd month: Switch to whole-grain or multigrain bread. Whole grains
contain protein, fiber, healthy fats, and nutrients which make you feel
full longer and helps prevent fatigue, which tempts you to overeat.
4th month: Replace butter in cooking with vegetable oil. They are
delicious and low in artery-clogging saturated fats and help decrease
“bad” LDL cholesterol and increase HDL to reduce heart attack risk.
5th month: Replace meat with fish twice a week. Salmon is loaded
with omega-3 fatty acids, to reduce inflammation, lower blood
pressure, improve blood vessels, to help prevent abnormal heart
rhythms.
6th month: Add fresh fruits for breakfast - a different color weekly:
blue/purple (blueberries, plums), red (strawberries, pomegranate),
yellow (bananas, pineapple), and orange (apricots, and nectarines).
The colors signify specific phytochemicals and nutrients - powerful
antioxidants that help lower inflammation (a heart disease risk factor).
7th month: For a heart-healthier dessert, enjoy an ounce of dark
chocolate. An ounce per day reduces blood pressure, helps prevent
strokes, heart attacks, and improves memory, among other things.
8th month: Eat a tomato daily. They are loaded with vitamins and
minerals like vitamin C and potassium, to keep blood vessels healthy.
9th month: Serve red meat sparingly. For chili, casseroles, etc., use
ground soy or turkey. Your heart and blood vessels will like the lack
of saturated fat and cholesterol. Mushrooms are a fat-free alternative
with a meaty taste when grilled or browned over high heat.
10th month: Munch on nuts instead of chips. Almonds and walnuts
are very heart-friendly. Nuts contain the hunger-control trinity: fat,
fiber, and protein that signal your brain you’re full. Protein keeps you
feeling satisfied for a longer period of time than sugar or
carbohydrates do.
11th month: Cook roasted vegetables-not potatoes or rice. Their
nutrients help lower blood pressure and reduce risk of heart disease,
stroke and more. Toss Brussels sprouts, turnips, squash, or beets in
olive oil, add salt-free seasoning, and roast at 450 F until edges brown.
12th month: Replace half the all-purpose flour in recipes with wholewheat. The whole grains make your treats healthier and reduce risk
of cardiovascular. A Harvard Study found that 2-3 servings of whole
grains per day lower the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.
Valentine Trivia
Looking for a Special
Way to Say
When two lovebirds appear to be kissing, they are actually grooming
each other with their bills to keep clean and neat.
I Love You?
In 1995, 35 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate were sold for
Valentine’s Day.
These are easy and inexpensive gifts that carry a
personal message and some will also work for partners
and/or friends and relatives.
A Personal Valentine’s Day
If you’re part of a couple, pay attention to little things your partner
talks, dreams and wishes for. Listen for small, doable things that can
make a big difference. You can also subtly question them about what
he/she pictures as the perfect Valentine’s Day. Now take the
information you have gathered and make it into a perfect day for
him or her. If you’re single create your perfect Valentine’s Day for
yourself. Love yourself that much.
The Ultimate Love Letter
Spend a few days jotting down notes about your partner; things you
love about them, how they make you feel, what they mean to you,
etc. Over those few days, get in touch with just how much you love
them. Use your notes to write the best love letter or poem you’ve
ever written. If this is your first – set the bar high! Buy a single red
rose to go with it. Over dinner or a drink, hand them the rose and
read your letter or poem out loud to them. You might need some
tissues nearby!
The world record for the most people kissed is held by Alfred
Wolfram of Minnesota who kissed 11,030 people in 8 hours, at a
festival in 1998.
Wedding rings are worn on the fourth finger of your left hand
because people used to believe that the vein in this finger goes
directly to your heart.
Some people believe that birds choose their mates on the 14th of
February each year. Seeing a goldfinch meant you would marry a
millionaire. Seeing a sparrow meant you would marry a poor man
but you would be very happy.
Approximately 150 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged
annually, making Valentine’s Day the second most popular cardsending holiday after Christmas.
Valentine’s Day Survival Kit
On a pretty piece of paper, write out the following note.
Reminders of why I love you:
Sweet Escapes- for those times we spend alone
Candle- you are the light of my life
Matches- we are a perfect match
Peppermint Patty- for the cool sensations you give me
Stick of gum- for all the times you’ve stuck by me
Charmin Tissue- you are too irresistible NOT to squeeze
Mounds- for the mounds of love I feel for you….
Hugs and Kisses- (sign your name)
Gather up the items & place them in a jar, bag or basket, with the card.
Reduce, Reuse & Recycle-After Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day Survival Kit II
On a piece of pretty paper, write out the following, filling in the
blanks as best describes your relationship to the recipient.
No one wants to throw away those beautiful romantic cards
after the Valentine’s Day is over.
Heart – to remind you that there’s no one like a (daughter, mother,
son, friend, etc) to fill ones heart with love.
Here are some ideas that use all Three Rs:
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
Smiley Face – to remind you to always share your smile with others.
Ribbon – to let you know our (friendship, marriage, etc) is a special
gift, tied with ribbons of love.
Mint – You are “Worth A Mint’ to so many People.
Angel – To watch over you each day.
If card is blank on the reverse side of the front, use the picture
portion of the card as a postcard Valentine card next year. On
the blank side draw a vertical dividing line; write a message
on left side and add recipient’s address and postage stamp
on the right. This also saves postage money as it is cheaper to
mail postcards than letters.
Stars – To remind you to “Reach for the stars”
Rubber Band – To give you the extra stretch and flexibility to meet
the demands of each day.
Kiss – to remind you that “THAT I LOVE YOU”
Flower – to let you know that if (daughters, fathers, sons, etc) were
flowers, I’d pick you.
Penny – to make sure you’re never broke.
Use pinking shears to cut designs in the front of an old
Valentine for simple gift tags. Then you can write the “From:”
and “To:” names on the inside of the gift tag.
Cut out pictures from cards and glue them to construction
paper (a collage), then laminate it to make place mats for your
next Valentine (or special someone) Dinner.
Gather up all the items & neatly place in a basket along with the note.
HEALTHY LIVING
February is American Heart Month
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One in every three deaths is from heart disease and stroke, equal to
2,200 deaths per day. Help lower those numbers for you and your loved ones by learning and practicing changes that can make a difference.
Fighting back against heart disease and stroke:
Aspirin for Reducing Heart Attack Risk
This month, American Heart Association is highlighting Million
Hearts™, an initiative dedicated to preventing the nation’s leading
killers and empowering everyone to make heart-healthy choices.
Launched in September 2011 by the Department of Health and
Human Services (HHS), Million Hearts™ is a national initiative that
aims to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2016.
When it comes to using aspirin to lower risk of heart attack and
stroke, Know the Facts and Work with Your Health Professional.
Prevention starts with everyone. Protect yourself and your loved
ones from heart disease and stroke by understanding the risks and
taking these steps:
1. Drive the initiative by challenging your family and friends to take
the Million Hearts™ pledge at millionheartshhs.gov;
2. Get up and get active by being physically active for at least 30
minutes on most days of the week.
3. Know your ABCS: Aspirin for people at risk, Blood pressure
control, Cholesterol management, and Smoking cessation - four
steps that address the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease
and help to prevent heart attacks and strokes (next column/page).
4. Make your calories count by eating a heart-healthy diet high in
fresh fruits and vegetables; low in sodium and trans fat (next page).
5. Take control of your heart health by following your doctor’s
prescription instructions.
Together, we can be ‘one in a million’ in Heart Month and every month.
Start with a Risk Assessment at American Heart Association’s website:
Risk Assessment: https://www.heart.org/gglRisk/main_en_US.html
FACT: Daily use of aspirin is not right for everyone. Aspirin has
been shown to be helpful when used daily to lower the risk of heart
attack, clot-related strokes and other blood flow problems. However,
the risks of long-term aspirin use may be greater than the benefits if
there are no signs of or risk factors for heart or blood vessel disease.
Every prescription and over-the-counter medicine has benefits and
risks - even such a common and familiar medicine as aspirin. Aspirin
use can result in serious side effects, such as stomach bleeding,
bleeding in the brain, kidney failure, and some kinds of strokes.
FACT: Daily aspirin is safest prescribed by medical professionals
Before deciding if daily aspirin use is right for you, a health
professional will need to consider: your special circumstances. Be
sure to tell them all medicines (prescription, over-the-counter) and
dietary supplements, including vitamins and herbals, that you use even if only occasionally.
FACT: Aspirin is a drug. If you are at risk for heart attack or stroke
your doctor may prescribe aspirin to increase blood flow to the heart
and brain. But any drug, including aspirin, can have harmful side
effects, especially when mixed with other products. These include
prescription and other over-the-counter medicines, dietary
supplements (including vitamins and herbals), and sometimes foods
and beverages. Let all health professionals know that you are using
aspirin regularly.
FACT: Once your doctor decides that daily use of aspirin is for you,
safe use depends on following your doctor’s directions.
There are no directions on the label for using aspirin to reduce the
risk of heart attack or clot-related stroke. Discuss with your health
professional different forms of aspirin products best suited for you.
IMPORTANT: If you used aspirin everyday for weeks, months or years
to prevent heart attack, stroke, or for any use not listed on the label,
without the guidance from your health professional, you could be
doing your body more harm than good. Get FDA info: 888-463-6332
Getting Blood Pressure Under Control
Help for Heart Patients is offered by MENDED HEARTS, a
national nonprofit organization aligned with the American
College of Cardiology. They offer the gift of hope to heart
disease patients, their families and caregivers. The Rogue
Valley Chapter #137 was formed on November 16, 1982.
Their local volunteers (heart patients themselves) are trained
visitors currently in partnership with Asante Rogue Regional
Medical Center in Jackson and Josephine Counties. Chapter
president, Marlyn Taylor, states “We invite any heart patient,
family member or caregiver to let us know if we can help.”
The group is currently working with hospitals in Salem, Bend,
and Portland to start new chapters. “Last year a new Chapter
in Bellingham WA. was organized, and we were delighted”
noted Taylor. Local chapter meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each
month at 1:30pm in the Smullin Center at RVMC, Medford. To
learn more about the services and outreach offered to heart
patients, contact the local chapter at 541.476.4555 or the
national organization at 1.888.432.7899 or visit the national
website online at www.mendedhearts.org.
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High blood pressure is out of control for too many Americans. Almost
67 million people have high blood pressure and more than half of
them do not have it under control. Over 16 million report being on
medication and seeing a doctor at least twice a year. High blood
pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, two of the
leading causes of death in the U.S. It contributes to nearly 1,000
deaths per day and accounts for nearly $131 billion in healthcare
costs annually.
High blood pressure often has no symptoms so many people do not
know their blood pressure is high. This is why it’s important to get
regular blood pressure checks. Your doctor can measure your blood
pressure, you can use a machine available at many pharmacies or you
can also use a home monitoring device to measure blood pressure.
Blood pressure is written as two numbers. The first (systolic) number
represents the pressure in your blood vessels when your heart beats.
The second (diastolic) number represents the pressure in your vessels
when your heart rests between beats.
Blood Pressure Levels
Normal
Systolic: less than 120 mmHg
Diastolic: less than 80 mmHg
At risk
Systolic: 120–139 mmHg
(prehypertension)
Diastolic: 80–89 mmHg
High
Systolic: 140 mmHg or higher
Diastolic: 90 mmHg or higher
High Cholesterol Increases Risk
Cholesterol itself isn’t bad. We all have and need this wax-like
substance in our bodies. But, high cholesterol is one of the major
controllable risk factors for coronary heart disease, heart attack and
stroke. When too much LDL (bad) cholesterol circulates in the blood,
it can slowly build up in the inner walls of the arteries that feed the
heart and brain. Together with other substances, it can form plaque,
a thick, hard deposit that can narrow the arteries and make them less
flexible. This condition is known as atherosclerosis. If a clot forms and
blocks a narrowed artery, a heart attack or stroke can result.
As your blood cholesterol rises, so does your risk of coronary heart
disease. If you have other risk factors (high blood pressure, diabetes
or tobacco smoke) and high cholesterol, the risk increases even more.
The more risk factors you have, the greater chance of developing
coronary heart disease. Your cholesterol level can be affected by your
age, gender, family health history and diet (one you can change).
Start here: #1 foods to avoid - “Anything that is deep-fried,” says
nutrition director Marlene Lesson, M.S., R.D. “Also, foods containing
hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils are the enemy. These
include margarine, pastries, packaged cookies, crackers, potato chips
and other snack foods.” Other foods to give up include cheese and
other dairy products, poultry skin (remove it before eating the meat),
and red meat - other than small amounts of top or edge of round.
Smoking Brings Greater Risk to Your Heart Health
Smoking actually causes damage to your heart in several ways. The
chemicals that are in cigarettes damage the walls of the arteries
around your heart and cause the buildup of fatty plaque that can
harden and narrow the arteries.
Smoking can also trigger these fatty plaques to burst and block the
artery, which causes a heart attack. Smoking makes the blood more
likely to thicken and clot, increasing risk of heart attack.
Smoking can trigger coronary spasms where the blood vessels of the
heart are pinched or narrowed, causing chest pain or a heart attack.
The nicotine in cigarettes stimulates the release of chemicals that can
raise your blood pressure. Smokers tend to have high levels of LDL
(bad) cholesterol and triglycerides - two types of blood fat that
increase your risk of heart disease. Smoking also lowers HDL (good)
cholesterol that you need.
Quitting smoking will help your heart. Within 2 years of quitting,
your risk of heart disease is cut by one third. After 10-14 cigarette-free
years, your risk is the same as a someone who never smoked. If you
have already had a heart attack or been diagnosed with heart
disease, it is even more important to stop smoking. Within 5 years of
stopping, your risk of dying is cut by 36% compared with heart
patients who continue to smoke. Cutting back on the number of
cigarettes you smoke does not seem to lower your risk of heart
disease. This is because smoking even a few cigarettes a day is
harmful to the heart. Extra Weight Takes a Toll
on Your Heart and Health
If you’re carrying around extra weight, you’re not alone. Between
60% and 70% Americans are overweight, (20% or more above
ideal weight).
The problem: Too much food combined with too little regular
physical activity can lead to unhealthy weight gain and obesity.
Being overweight puts a huge strain on your heart, increasing the
work it has to do. Too much weight raises your risk for heart disease,
stroke, diabetes and cancer. It also raises your blood pressure and
blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and lowers the HDL (good)
cholesterol levels. It can make diabetes more likely to develop, too.
“Patients who are obese also can have obstructive sleep apnea that
can lead to pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the
lungs),” said Robert H. Eckel, M.D., professor of medicine and
physiology and biophysics at the University of Colorado Anschutz
Medical Campus. “The risk for pulmonary embolism, or blood clots
that break loose from the pelvis or legs, is also higher.”
Getting Healthier: If you’re not sure if you weigh too much, start by
learning your body mass index (BMI), which is a good indicator of
whether you’re at a healthy weight. Many online sites, e.g.- American
Heart Association- have free fast calculators to determine your BMI.
Remember that losing weight isn’t hopeless. Dropping as few as 10
pounds can lower your risk of heart disease and help you feel better.
Keep losing weight, and you’ll probably experience fewer joint and
muscle pains, regulate your blood pressure, reduce the burden on
your heart and circulatory system and even sleep better.
“The initial emphasis should be placed on eating less,” Dr. Eckel said.
“A deficit of 500 calories a day predicts one pound lost per week.
More physical activity is also important but perhaps more so to
maintain the weight loss once the weight is down.”
Healthier Eating & Adding Physical Activity Tips:
 Start small and don’t get discouraged!
 Research (online and books) or visit the American Heart
Association’s Healthy Cooking website to learn about nutritious
ingredients and follow a healthy preparation routine.
 Use our Healthy Diet Goal guidelines (above) to make smart
choices
 Learn to eat healthy when dining out.
 Learn how to read & understand the nutrition facts on food labels
 Get Active: Even if you’ve never exercised - or if it has been years
- it’s easy to get active with these tips. (If you have a chronic
condition, consult a healthcare provider before becoming
physically active. They can help you attain and maintain regular
physical activity by providing advice on appropriate types and
amounts for your individual needs.)
 Do housework yourself instead of hiring someone else to do it.
 Work in the garden or mow the grass - a riding mower doesn’t
count! Rake leaves, prune, dig and pick up trash.
Goals for a Heart-healthy Diet
Plan a diet that is high in fresh fruits and vegetables and low in
sodium and trans fat. For a healthy diet, an adult consuming 2,000
calories daily should follow these guidelines:
* Fruits and vegetables: At least 4.5 cups a day
* Fish (preferably oily fish): At least two 3.5-ounce servings a week
* Fiber-rich whole grains: At least three 1oz. equivalent servings a day
* Sodium: Less than 1,500 mg a day
* Sugar-sweetened beverages: Less than 450 calories (36 oz) weekly
Other dietary considerations include:
Nuts, legumes and seeds: At least 4 servings a week
Processed meats: No more than 2 servings a week
Saturated fat: Less than 7% of total energy intake
Eat a wide variety of nutritious foods daily. Simple, small changes can
make a big difference in having a healthy heart and a better life.
 Go out for a short walk before breakfast, after dinner or both!
Start with 5-10 minutes and work up to 30 minutes.
 Walk or bike to the corner store instead of driving.
 When walking, pick up the pace from leisurely to brisk.
 Choose a hilly route or one with a variety.
 When watching TV, sit up instead of lying on the sofa. Or stretch.
Better yet, spend a few minutes pedaling on your stationary
bicycle while watching TV AND hide the remote control.
 Stand up while talking on the telephone.
 Walk the dog.
 Park farther away at the shopping mall and walk the extra
distance.
 Keep exercise equipment repaired — and use it!
GREAT TASTES
Beets
They may not be at the top of everyone’s favorite foods list (but perhaps should be). Beets are nutritional powerhouses and
a worthy candidate of being added to any pantry. Think of beets as red spinach - a Popeye power food - with many
beneficial nutrients working together to help lower your risk of heart disease and other health problems.
History
The wild beet, the ancestor of the beet we know today, is thought to
have originated in prehistoric North Africa and then grew wild along
Asian and European seashores. In those times, people exclusively ate
the beet greens and not the roots. The ancient Romans were one of
the first civilizations to cultivate beets to use the roots as food. The
tribes that invaded Rome were responsible for spreading beets
throughout northern Europe where they were first used for animal
fodder and later for human consumption, becoming more popular in
the 16th century.
Beets’ value grew in the 19th
century when it was
discovered that they were a
concentrated source of sugar,
and the first sugar factory was
built in Poland. When access
to sugar cane was restricted
by the British, Napoleon
decreed that the beet be used
as the primary source of sugar,
catalyzing its popularity. About this time, beets were also brought to
the United States. Today the leading commercial producers of beets
include the United States, Russia, France, Poland and Germany.
Eating Beets
Both beets and Swiss chard are different varieties within the same
plant family (Amaranthaceae-Chenopodiaceae) and their edible
leaves share a resemblance in both taste and texture. Attached to
the beet’s green leaves is a round or oblong root, the part most
people recognize as a “beet.” Typically a beautiful reddish-purple
hue but also come in white, golden/yellow or even rainbow color
roots. No matter what their color, however, beet roots aren’t as hardy
as they look; the smallest bruise or puncture will cause red beets’
red-purple pigments (which contain a variety of phytonutrients) to
bleed, especially during cooking and they are also temperature
sensitive (keep steaming times to 15 minutes and roasting times
under an hour). For these reasons, it is important to treat beets as a
delicate food, even though they might seem “rock solid.”
When available, eat beets fresh and raw, not from a jar. Heating beets
actually decreases their antioxidant power. Cut off all but 1 inch of
the beet top to prevent moisture loss from the roots. Washed and
trimmed, beets will keep up for several months in the refrigerator or
the root cellar. (Untrimmed beets have a shorter shelf life.) Beets can
be boiled, steamed, roasted or eaten raw.
Health Benefits
Antioxidants: Like all richly hued vegetables, beets are high in
phytonutrients and antioxidants. What’s unusual about beets,
however, is the unusual mix of antioxidants that they contain. While
many vegetables contain carotenoids and beta-carotene, and most
red vegetables derive their pigment from anthocyanins, beets get
their color from a type of nutrient known as betalains. In addition to
betalains, beets also contain vitamin C and manganese, making this
root vegetable a rich source of diversified antioxidants.
Anti-Inflammatory: Betalains, with other phytonutrients present in
beets, possess anti-inflammatory properties, making them useful in
helping to prevent conditions that are associated with chronic
inflammation, such as heart disease and diabetes.
Brain Health: A recent study found that drinking beet juice
improved blood flow to parts of the brain whose degeneration is
associated with Alzheimer’s and other forms of cognitive impairment.
Beets contain high levels of nitrates, which produce nitric oxide in
the blood, causing blood vessels to widen and thereby deliver more
oxygen to the brain.
Heart Health: Naturally, opening up the blood vessels is also good
for heart health. In a study published in the American Heart
Association’s Hypertension journal, researchers found that drinking
just one glass of beet juice significantly lowered blood pressure in
patients within just 24 hours. A study at the William Harvey Research
Institute found that beet juice lowered blood pressure as effectively
as nitrate pills.
Natural Detox: Beets help the natural detox process in several ways.
First, the betalains trigger the production of a family of enzymes
which attach free toxins in the body for removal from the body.
Second, beets are high in fiber, important for keeping food and
waste products moving through and out of the gastrointestinal tract.
And more! Beets are rich in folate-good for heart health;
magnesium- which helps regulate vitamin D in the body and helps
relax the nervous system; potassium-essential to heart function; iron;
and other minerals.
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Easy Salad: For a simple single-serving salad, wash and peel one
beet, and then grate it on the widest blade of a box grater. Toss with
1 tablespoon of olive oil and the juice of half a lemon.
Easy Greens: You can eat the leaves and stems, which are also
packed with vitamins, minerals,
and antioxidants. Simply cut off the
stems just below the point where
the leaves start, and wash
thoroughly. They’re now ready
to be used in a salad. Or, for a
side dish, sauté the leaves,
along with a minced clove of
garlic and a tablespoon of
olive oil, in a sauté pan over
medium-high heat. Cook until
the leaves are wilted and the
stems are tender. Add salt,
pepper and a squeeze of
lemon juice, and sprinkle with
fresh Parmesan cheese.
(More recipes next page)
RECIPES
Try these recipes for beets for a delicious way to protect your heart, boost your brain and get an ample supply of vitamins,
minerals and antioxidants.
Beet & Cabbage Borscht
Technically, borscht is any stew-type soup. The best-known is made
with beets and is brilliantly red. It makes 16 servings and freezes well.
Prep Time: 30 minutes; Cook Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Beet & Orange Salad
Yogurt is optional, but recommended, as it joins the sweet and tart.
For extra color and variety, use gold beets and/or blood oranges.
Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
3 medium beets
1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. neutral-tasting oil
3 medium oranges or tangerines
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt, plus more to taste
1/4 tsp. dry ground mustard
Mint (for garnish, optional)
1 dollop Yogurt (optional)
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Trim beets and place on aluminum foil.
Drizzle with 1 tsp. oil, cover with foil, place packet on a baking sheet,
and bake until beets are tender when pierced with a fork, about 30
minutes. Let sit until cool enough to handle but still warm.
Meanwhile, peel and section oranges (over bowl to collect juice).
Pour juice into a small bowl or measuring cup and set orange
sections aside.
Whisk reserved orange juice, remaining 1 Tbsp. oil, lemon juice, salt,
and mustard to combine. Add more salt to taste if you like.
Peel beets (skins should slip off easily) and cut into wedges. Arrange
beets and oranges on a platter or plates. Drizzle with dressing. Top
with mint leaves and a dollop of yogurt, if you like. Serve immediately.
Beet Burgers
Ingredients:
1 cup dried cannellini or other small white beans
6 large beets (about 2 lbs.)
2 Tbsp. olive oil, vegetable oil, or butter
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 tsp. salt, plus more to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1 head cabbage, cored and thinly sliced or shredded
2 tsp. caraway seeds
8 cups chicken, beef, or vegetable broth
Lemon juice to taste
Plain yogurt or sour cream for garnish (optional)
Fresh chopped dill for garnish (optional)
Preparation: Put the beans in a large pot and add cold water to
generously cover. Bring to boil, cover, turn off heat, and let sit 1 hour.
Drain and return beans to the pot; cover again with cold water, bring
to a boil, reduce heat to keep a simmer and cook until beans are
tender to the bite, about 20 minutes. Drain beans and set them aside.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Wrap beets in a large sheet of foil, place on a
baking sheet, and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about
45 minutes. Let the beets sit until cool enough to handle. Peel them
(skins should slip off easily) and grate on the large-hole side of a box
grater. Set aside. In a large pot over medium-high heat add oil,
onions, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft,
about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, if using, and cook until fragrant,
about 1 minute. Add the cabbage, stir to combine, and cook, stirring
occasionally, until cabbage wilts, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the caraway seeds and beets. Stir to combine and add the broth
or water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer,
add beans, and cook until vegetables are tender and flavors blend,
15 to 20 minutes.
Add salt and lemon juice to taste. Serve hot, with dollop of yogurt or
sour cream; sprinkle with dill.
These beet burgers take time to make, but freeze well, so consider
making a triple batch. They taste surprisingly good cold.
Ingredients:
4 cups beets, grated (about 4 medium beets)
1 cup onion, chopped (1 medium onion)
1 cup cooked long-grain brown rice
1 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup sesame seeds
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup canola oil
Thoroughly mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Form into patties and place on lightly oiled baking sheets. Bake at
350 degrees for about 45 minutes. After about 40 minutes, flip
patties for the last 5 minutes of baking. Cooked patties should be
browned and firm. You may need to use a spatula to get patties off
baking sheet. For a grilling alternative, bake for 40 minutes, and then
finish by grilling for a few minutes unbaked-side-down.
Serve as any hamburger, with lettuce, tomato, cheese and
condiments inside a homemade bun or serve with barbecue
sauce. Makes 12 patties.
Beet Chips
Make and serve chips on the same day for freshness.
Note that red, striped, chiogga, or golden beets can all be used.
Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
1 quart vegetable or canola oil
3 medium beets
Coarse sea salt or fleur de sel (optional)
Preparation: In a large, wide pot heat the oil to 375°F (1 inch of oil).
Meanwhile, peel the beets and slice them as thinly and evenly as
possible. Use a kitchen mandoline or a sharp knife and steady hand.
Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet (to drain beets after cooking).
Slip about a third of the beet slices into the oil, being careful not to
crowd the pot. They should sizzle briskly when first put in the oil (if
they don’t, they oil isn’t hot enough--remove the beets and bring the
oil up to 375°F), the sizzling will slow down as they cook. Fry until the
sizzling slows and beets are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. With a
slotted spoon or tongs remove the beets and drain them on cooling
rack. Chips will crisp up as they cool. Repeat with remaining slices.
Sprinkle the chips with salt, if you like. Serve at room temperature.
GOOD TIMES
Rogue Valley
February 8-9
2013 Siskiyou FilmFest The 12th annual Siskiyou FilmFest for features films focusing on
sustainability and critical issues which face our region and the planet.
Tickets for 2 day festival: $10-30 sliding scale. Performing Arts Center,
8th & Olive, Grants Pass. Info: siskiyoufilmfest.org or 541.592.2693
February 23
BLM Heritage Forest Hike
Learn about local BLM forests and hike the historic Sterling Mine
Ditch trail. Carpool leaves Evo’s Coffee Shop in Ashland at 9am and
the Country Market in Ruch at 10am. Bring rain gear and lunch.
Moderate 7 mile hike. More info at: KS Wild 541.488.5789 February 8 and 9
Schubert Ensemble of London
This award winning piano quartet (violin, viola, cello, piano) will give
different performances on two days at SOU’s Music Recital Hall.
$30-35, $5 tickets for students and Oregon Trail cardholders.
541.552.6154 or buy online at www.ChamberMusicConcerts.org
The Ensemble will present FREE public outreach programs:
February 7: Mountain Meadows, 4pm and Rogue Valley Manor
7pm; February 9: Osher Living Learning Institute at SOU, 10am
February 24 3pm
Rogue Valley Symphony: Concert Series Four
Grants Pass Performing Arts Center, 8th and Olive.
$10-44 see website for details. Conductor Martin Majkut will give a
FREE pre-concert talk one hour before each performance. More info
at website: rvsymphony.org/ or call: 541.552.6364
February 9-10 9am-7pm
Rod & Custom Show
Members of the Rogue Valley Street Rods club present the 36th
Annual Southern Oregon Rod & Custom Show. This terrific show is
held indoors with vehicles, commercial displays, raffles, trophies and
other activities. donation to the Child Development and
Rehabilitation Center (CDRC) of the Oregon Health & Science
University. Jackson County Fairground Exposition Center, 1 Peninger
Rd, Central Point. 408.203.0999 or [email protected]
February 14-17, 20- 24
The Complete History of America - Abridged (Comedy)
A breathless, 90 minute look into the past. History class was never
this much fun and, by the time the Randall Theatre has its say,
longwinded history buffs’ heads will be spinning from the non-stop
barrage of historical fact and hysterical farce. Actors learn each role
so each night will be a totally different show. Directed By Tyler Ward
& Aaron Carper. Ticket prices are “Pay What You Want” for all
productions when you purchase tickets at the box office before each
show. Reserved Seating $12 - available online or call 866.967 8167
February 16 9am
Project FeederWatch
Join volunteers from the Rogue Valley Audubon Society to help
count birds that visit the feeders at North Mountain Park while
learning to identify species with expert help. Get acquainted with
local birds and mingle with other birders. Covered viewing-pavilion
offers protection from weather. Info collected is submitted to
Cornell’s FeederWatch project, a nationwide bird monitoring effort.
FREE. Pre-registration not required. 620 N Mountain Ave, Ashland
541.488.6606
February 16
Chinese New Year Celebration
Get ready for Chinese New Year 2013 - Year of the Snake! Sign-up for
the annual 5k fun run and mark your calendar for the event line-up!
Jacksonville. 541.899.8118 or [email protected]
February 23 10:30am
Seasonal Care for the Home Garden
Get ready for a year of gardening in our Mediterranean climate. Learn
about seasonally appropriate projects and care & maintenance for
each season. $30. Preregistration requested-limited seating. Nature
Center, 620 N Mountain Ave. 541.488.6606 or ashland.or.us/register
February 28 7 pm
Soil: Phoenix Garden Club Meeting
Speaker: Pam Rouhier, South Medford Grange Co-op, Master Garden
Instructor. Drawing on Pam’s 31 years of gardening experience, you
too, can produce organic veggies and grow gorgeous flowers. It all
depends on the soil! Free and open to the public. Community Room,
Phoenix Library, 510 West First Street. More info at: 541.512.1349 10
Through February
Carol Ransom Nature Art
You are invited to view artwork of local artist Carol Ransom during
open library hours through February at the Rogue River Branch
Library, 412 East Main Street. She depicts natural images of wild
flowers, birds, and animals in watercolor and oil. Contact Rogue River
Branch Library at 541.864.8850 or visit www.jcls.org.
March 1-3
9th Annual Oregon Chocolate Festival
Join us in celebrating all things chocolate! This show brings together
more than 40 Oregon chocolate companies who will present a
variety of fine chocolates and chocolate-inspired products that tease
taste buds of over 1500 visitors. $20. Tickets can be purchased can be
purchased at Ashland Springs Hotel (event site). Call 888.795.4545
WANTED: SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS
RSVP provides a variety of opportunities
for the retired and senior population age 55 and above
to participate fully in the life of their community through
significant volunteer service. RSVP is nation-wide, and
is a unique program in the community, as it is two-fold;
not only is help provided during this time of budget
cuts to existing services in the community; at the same
time, these seniors are kept active in the life of their
community. RSVP volunteers are offered mileage
reimbursement and supplemental insurance for that time
in which they volunteer.
To learn more about RSVP, contact Cristy Harms at
541-857-7780 or to inquire about one of the volunteer
opportunities listed below:
Rogue Valley International Airport Information Booth
This booth, located in the center of the Airport, is manned
entirely by RSVP volunteers. Volunteers are needed for
various shifts throughout the day, seven days a week.
Jackson County Courthouse Information Booth
volunteers answer phones, direct and assist visitors to
their appropriate destinations within the courthouse
building. Currently, a volunteer is needed for an early
Monday morning shift from 9am – 12pm.
Respite. volunteers provide a time of relief on a weekly
basis to the primary care giver of an elderly, infirm person.
With this service, the caregiver has, as one recipientturned-volunteer explains, “a time to breathe.”
Coast to Bend
Cannon Beach
Bandon
March 7-10
Wine & Culinary Festival
Savor Cannon Beach offers four days of wine tasting events, wine
dinners and a wine walk showcasing dozens of Northwest wineries.
This community-wide festival features food, wine and arts events all
around town. Call 888.609.6051 or visit www.savorcannonbeach.com
February 11 7pm
Classic Movie Night
“Gold Diggers of 1935” stars Dick Powell, Adolphe Menjou, Alice
Brady. Bandon Library Sprague Room. FREE. 541.347.3221
Lincoln City
February 8-18
Antique Week
Antique Week features antique sales and deals throughout Lincoln
City throughout this 10-day event. Antique appraisals, historical
exhibits, antique glass float drops and more! More Info: 800-452-2151
February 14
Valentine’s Day Concert
Bring your special someone to hear Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys at
the Lincoln City Cultural Center. For information call: 541.994.9994
Newport
February 16 8am-5pm
Boat Oregon Class
This NASBLA approved course satisfies Oregon’s Mandatory Boater
Education requirement. Course taught by members of the USCG
Auxiliary Flotilla 54. South Beach Marina/RV Office. For information
and registration, call: Bev Davis @ 541.867.6788.
Yachats
February 14
St. Valentine’s Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony
An annual Celebration of Renewal and Commitment. Sponsored by
the Little Log Church Museum. W 3rd & Pontiac. 541.547.3976
Florence
February 9
Annual Women’s Health Day
Seminars, Exhibits, Food and more. Sponsored by the Southern Coos
Health District. The Barn, 1200 11th Street. 541.329.1040
Gold Beach
February 1-28th
Treasure Hunting Season
Glass Floats are “hidden” on our beaches for visitors to discover and
keep. Check in at the Visitor Center with your float and enter to win a
monthly drawing. Weather too Wild for beach hunting? The local
merchants can help you find glass float treasures in their shops. For
the Geocaching enthusiasts, there are Gold Beach Myrtlewood coins
hidden in some of the Caches around town. Find the coin and it is
yours to keep; bring it by the Visitor Center to be entered in our
monthly drawing. More information at: 800.525.2334
February 15-16
18th Annual South Coast Writers Conference
An eclectic gathering of writers of various genres, novice and
published authors; returning and first-time attendees. Participants
and presenters leave the conference with new insights and skills, and
better connected to fellow writers and resources. Some of the
Northwest’s best writers will guide you in an exploration and
celebration of the many facets of writing. Workshops limited to 30
students; register early to secure a seat in the workshops you want.
Event Center. Info at: Southwestern Oregon Community College.
541.247.2741 or [email protected]
February 16 all day
Peace Health Heart to Heart
Celebrate Valentines Day by keeping your heart healthy. Seminars,
exhibits, good food and more. Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St
Information at: 541-997-9599
Brookings
Charleston
February 15 7pm
Sweets & Treats Dance
A fun way to celebrate Valentine’s and, if you don’t know how to
dance, there is a free lesson before the dance. Live music provided by
DNHS Stage Band. Complimentary coffee and dessert provided;
there will also be a silent auction. All proceeds go towards the Stage
Band’s trip to the Reno Jazz Festival. $10 single, $18 couple or $5
student. Elk Valley Rancheria, Large Community Room. Call Dan at
805.453.4871.
February 9
Annual Charleston Crab Feed
Fresh Dungeness Crab Dinners, whole or half crabs at market price
includes side dishes, bread, beverage and cake. Projected dinner
prices are $17 for whole crab dinner and $13 for half crab dinner. All
proceeds help support the Charleston Visitor Center. Old Charleston
School House on Seven Devils Road. 541-269-0215
Tasting: After the crab feed, end a perfect day with chocolate and
wine tastings at Charleytown. 91152 Cape Arago Hwy 541.888.0146
South Slough Estuary
March 2
Films at the Estuary – Great Migrations
Film “Need to Breed.” Discover the incredible migration journeys of
animals from across the globe. Narrated by Alec Baldwin. We’ll
provide the big screen and popcorn. (free) South Slough National
Estuarine Research Reserve Interpretive Center, 4 miles south of
Charleston at 61907 Seven Devils Rd, west of Coos Bay. 541.888.5558
Coos Bay
February 9
28th Annual Prediction Run/Walk
5 mile run/3mile walk. Gift certificates to entrants who predict closest
finishing times (no watches allowed). Ribbons, chili & baked potatoes
afterwards. Coos Bay Boardwalk. Call Pete or Carole 541-267-6329
February 16
Geology Lecture Series
“Cataclysms on the Columbia-A New Perspective-talk about the great
Missoula Floods” by Dr. Scott Burns, Portland State Univ. All lectures in
the series are free and open to the public. Hales Center for
Performing Arts SWOCC Campus, 1988 Newmark Ave. 541.888.7216
February 9-10 10am-5pm
Winter Art & Chocolate Festival
Contact 541.266.7687
Crescent City
February 23 7:30pm
Local Roots Showcase
Acoustic Rock, Blues, Jazz and more as DNACA presents local
musicians for a fundraising performance. Admission by season ticket;
or individual tickets are $18 general, $15 seniors, $12 students. Crescent Elk Auditorium, 994 G St. Info: 707.464.1336
Bend
February 15-17
WinterFest
Featuring the biggest off-mountain rail jam west of the
Mississippi with snowboarders and skiers, 2K race with a fire
pit competition, Winter Wine Walk, concerts, snow carving
and ice sculpting, kids’ performance and craft area,
European-style market selling Northwest’s best food, wine
and fine art. Before February 14th: Tickets: $5 at Central
Oregon OnPoint Community Credit Union locations and
$8 other participating outlets. Info at: 541.323.0964
What’s All the Chirping About?
The GBBC is coming February 15-18th!!!!
The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event offering
bird watchers of all levels an opportunity to count birds to help give
scientists a “real-time snapshot” of where the birds are.
New for 2013:
Beginning this year, GBBC
checklists will be accepted from
anywhere in the world!
Everyone is invited from beginning bird watchers to experts. It can
take as little as 15 minutes on one day - or you can count for as long
as you like each day of the event. Then tally & record the number of
individual birds of each species seen together during your count
period and report your count to the GBBC website. Beginning in
2013, each participant must set up a free GBBC account to submit
checklists - www.BirdCount.org. You’ll only need to do this once to
participate in all future GBBC events. As the count progresses,
anyone with Internet access can explore what is being reported from
their own towns or from anywhere in the world.
Participants may also send in photographs of the birds they see for
the GBBC photo contest. A selection of images is posted in the online
photo gallery.
Why Count Birds? Bird populations are dynamic and constantly in a
state of flux. No single scientist or team of scientists could hope to
document the complex distribution and movements of so many
species in such a short time. The GBBC helps them learn a lot by
knowing where the birds are at a given time.
Scientists use the GBBC counts, along with other citizen-science
observations, such as the Christmas Bird Count, Project FeederWatch,
and eBird, to provide an immense picture of our winter birds. Each
year that these data are collected makes them more meaningful and
allows scientists to investigate far-reaching questions, such as:

How does the weather and temperature change influence
bird populations?

Where are winter finches and other “irruptive” species that
appear in large numbers during some years but not others?

How will the timing of birds’ migrations compare with past
years?

How are bird diseases, such as West Nile virus, affecting birds
in different regions?

What kinds of differences in bird diversity are apparent in
cities versus suburban, rural, and natural areas?
Sound Like Fun? Get Ready… Go to birdsource.org, click on How
to Participate and follow directions to print out your sheet. Look it
over and use references (books, online, etc.) to view birds you may
not recognize. Decide where you will count - maybe more than one
place that weekend (see below); gather your supplies: water, food,
reference guides, paper & pencil, binoculars and camera; pick a
comfortable spot to watch and count.
Where to Count: It is important that scientists get counts from all
over the country, but equally important they get counts in various
scenarios - rural, urban, forests, beaches, etc. This helps determine if
birds are changing habitat for any reason and if certain areas have
declined or grown in numbers of certain species. For your own
interest, if you have dedicated the weekend to the count, you may
want to vary your areas - count 1/2 day or a day in rural areas and
another in urban and then on a mountain or at a beach. See next
page for suggested spots in Oregon for counting.
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How to Count: At the same location for at LEAST 15 minutes (or
more), write down only the highest number of each species you see
together at any one time to avoid counting the same birds more
than once. For example, if you see 8 cardinals as you start your count
period, then later you see 12, and later still you see 3, you’ll only
report 12--the highest number you saw together at once. Please do
not add the numbers together.
Submit your data on a new checklist for each day you participate in
the count. It’s OK if you count at the same location each day; simply
submit a new list for each day. Also submit a new checklist for each
new location. You can submit more than one checklist on a given day
if you count at more than one site.
How to Report: When you’re ready to enter your checklist(s), go to
www.birdcount.org and click on the big “Submit your checklists”
button at the top. This button will not appear until 7am on February
15th. Then fill in the information as prompted for: Location, Count
Details and Checklist: Your report will go to a GBBC data reviewer for
your area and you may even be contacted by a reviewer to confirm
the sighting. If you do see something unusual, it’s VERY helpful if you
take a digital photo in case confirmation of the sighting is needed..
Thank you for joining the Great Backyard Bird Count!
The Great Backyard Bird Count is led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
and National Audubon Society, with Canadian partner Bird Studies
Canada and sponsorship from Wild Birds Unlimited.
2012 Statistics
Checklists Submitted:
104,285
Species Observed:
623
Individual Birds Counted:
17,382,831
GREAT ESCAPES
For the Birds
Looking for a “change of backyard” for the bird count this year? Consider Oregon’s south coast starting with Gold Beach.
The coast is relatively undeveloped and offers vast opportunities for birders to observe wildlife and fewer people. It is
within the Pacific Flyway; as a result, more than 450 species of migratory birds may be spotted. The Oregon Islands National
Wildlife Refuge is the high density of offshore islands and rocks, which provides a habitat for over 1 million nesting seabirds.
More Birding Spots on Oregon’s South Coast
Coos Bay - Charleston: Birders are in for a special treat. In addition
to several trails and state parks in the area, Charleston is the home to
the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve - 4,800 acres
encompassing a mixture of open water channels, tidal and
freshwater wetlands, riparian areas, and forested uplands and a
boardwalk through the marsh that offers sightings of Greater
Yellowlegs, Bufflehead, Double-crested Cormorant, Osprey, Whitetailed Kite, and Bald Eagle
Bandon: Just north of town is the Bandon Marsh National Wildlife
Refuge 889 acres and is one of six National Wildlife Refuges along
the Oregon Coast and is part of the Pacific Flyway. Bandon is also
home to the Shoreline Education for Awareness organization. (SEA,
Inc.), which is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that has grown
in influence and support, reaching 10,000 visitors annually.
Prime Spot: Gold Beach. This is a choice” backyard” for the event
(or any bird watching) in Curry County. Not only are there many
natural areas and birding viewpoints, there are “back yards” for rent
(aka temporary houses & cabins) from beachfront to the edge of the
forest. Gold Beach is known for its bird watching opportunities and,
no wonder, because the coastline surrounding Gold Beach is among
the most spectacular and it attracts a wide variety of bird species.
Some of the Great Birding Spots in Gold Beach Area include:
Gold Beach Town & Harbor. From town, take Harbor Way west that
winds around to South Jetty Road and becomes Oceanside Drive
and follows the beach. The road returns to Hwy 101. A nice side trip is
3rd St. east into the Coast Range forest. Third Street becomes Grizzly
Mt. Road and takes you into good forest habitat for a change of
species. In Gold Beach, go just past the southern edge of town and
pull over to scope the mouth of Hunter Creek for gulls and shorebirds. Habitat and Birds: Rare birds seen here include Ruff, the Greater
White-fronted Goose, Baird’s Sandpiper, Elegant Tern, Yellow-bellied
Sapsucker, Cape May Warbler, Clay-colored Sparrow, Indigo Bunting,
Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Magnificent Frigatebird, and White Wagtail.
Rogue River Walk Trail. At the South end of Rogue River bridge,
turn east on Jerry’s Flat Rd. Travel five miles to the gravel area just
before the Jim Hunt Creek Bridge. Cross bridge to the trailhead. The
trail is 1.8 miles long; and ends at Huntley Park.
Habitat and Birds: The beginning section of hike provides great
riparian vegetation and birds to look for including woodpeckers,
hummingbirds, warblers, and other passerines. Rogue River Estuary. From the north end of Gold Beach, about any
street (will end up at the river for a view of the estuary. Look near the
boat basin for shorebirds and loafing gulls during lower tides. Habitat and Birds: Low tides expose sandy bars that provide
shorebirds, cormorants, pelicans, waders, and Larids (this is one of
the best places to find Elegant Tern in late summer or early fall).
Brown Pelican is abundant. Look for Black Scoter with the more
common Surf and White-winged Scoters around the boat basin. This
is a good place to find Brant. At the jetty, Rock Sandpipers can
sometimes be found in season among common Surfbirds and Black
Turnstones. A White-winged Dove was seen here in September 2000
Brookings - Harbor: The best spots to see marine birds are found by
traveling north along US 101 to the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic
Corridor. This stunning 12-mile stretch along the coast offers forested
park, rocky outcroppings and smooth, sandy beaches. Common and
rare birds, such as the slaty-backed gull, can be found along the
coast. There are also many other viewpoints along the Chetco River.
Chetco Point: This small coastal point in Brookings is an excellent
bird watching venue. View the ocean going Black Oystercatcher,
Pelagic, Brant’s and Double-crested Cormorant, Common Murre, and
Western Gull. From Highway 101, turn west on Wharf Street. Less
than a mile to a parking lot and a trail out to the point. Birding is
excellent from there.
Crescent City, CA: Just over the OR-CA border is another retreat for
birders. Del Norte County is home to California’s most northwestern
redwood forest as well as Tolowa Dunes and Lake Earl, all havens for
birds. The area is also home to the California Redwood Birding Trail
and the International Migratory Bird Day, which celebrates birds
throughout the Americans. In this county approximately 80% of the
land is protected and undeveloped; it is home to Smith River, which
is the nation’s longest Wild and Scenic River; and also home to Lake
Earl, which is the largest coastal lagoon outside of Alaska. Castle Rock
Wildlife Refuge is a must see for birders. It is the second largest
seabird colony in California and third largest in the lower 48 states.
850 NE "E" St
541.956.5241
5805 S 6th St
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
541.273.3744
Seniors always receive 10% discount on services
LOOKING BACK
Road to Statehood
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Statehood (2-14-1859). The condensed timeline below highlights some key dates on Oregon’s Road to Statehood. 1543: Spanish explorers reached the southwest Oregon coast
1774: Captain Juan Perez sails along the Northwest Coast.
1792: American Captain, Robert Gray, sails into the great river of the
Northwest and names it the Columbia after his ship.
1804: The Lewis & Clark Expedition travels from St. Louis to the
mouth of the Columbia River and returns East.
1811: Pacific Fur Company is established near present day Astoria.
1818: Great Britain and United States sign a treaty agreeing to joint
occupancy of The Oregon Country.
1825: The British Hudson’s Bay Company establishes its Northwest
headquarters at Ft. Vancouver on the north bank of Columbia
River. Dr. John McLoughin, British citizen, is named chief factor.
1829: John McLoughlin claims Willamette Falls for its water power
and Hudson’s Bay Company establishes a post there.
1830: Malaria epidemics break out at Ft. Vancouver decimating the
local Native population.
1834: Jason Lee, Methodist missionary, builds the first protestant
mission and school near present day Salem.
1836: Dr. Marcus Whitman, H. H. Spaulding and their wives, Narcissa
and Eliza arrive in Oregon Country. The Whitmans then established a
mission among the Cayuse Indians near present day Walla Walla,
Washington.
Oregon City is located near the southern limits of the Portland
metropolitan area. In 1845 it became the first U.S. city west of the
Rocky Mountains to be incorporated. The city played a significant
role in the early history of Oregon. It was established by Hudson’s
Bay Company’s Dr. John McLoughlin in 1829 near the confluence of
the Clackamas River with the Willamette to take advantage of the
power of Willamette Falls to run a lumber mill.
During the 1840s and 1850s it was the destination for those wanting
to file land claims after traveling the Oregon Trail as the last stop on
the trail. It was the capital of the Oregon Territory from its
establishment in 1848 until 1851, and rivaled Portland for early
supremacy in the area. In 1846, the city’s newspaper, the Oregon
Spectator, was the first American newspaper to be published west of
the Rocky Mountains.
Oregon City was the site of the Beaver Coins Mint, (also known as
Beaver Money)
which was the
independent
Oregon
Territory
currency from
1849 until
statehood.
1842: John McLoughlin platts the town of Willamette Falls and
renames it Oregon City. 1843: Settlers gather at Champoeg and vote to establish a civil
government - first American government west of the Mississippi.
The first large wagon train arrives over the Oregon Trail bringing
approximately 900 settlers.
1845: George Abernathy is elected the first provisional governor of
Oregon Country.
1846: A treaty between Great Britain and the United States ends the
boundary dispute at the 49th parallel.
The first newspaper in the region, the Oregon Spectator is
printed in Oregon City.
1847: A measles epidemic breaks out at the Whitman Mission
precipitating the “Whitman Massacre.” Cayuse Indian War begins - first major Indian conflict in NW. 1848: Provisional Sheriff Joe Meek leads a delegation to Washington
D.C. to ask for military protection for Oregon.
President James Polk signs a bill declaring Oregon Territory to be a
federal territory of the United States.
Abe Lincoln is asked to be territorial governor; he declines.
President Polk appoints Mexican War hero Joseph Lane as the first
territorial governor.
1850: Oregon Donation Land Act becomes law granting 320 acres to
white American males & sons and 320 more to the wives.
The Rogue River Indian War begins.
Jacksonville was originally known as “Table Rock City” and was
the first town in Southern Oregon. Gold was discovered about three
blocks from downtown in 1851 and some of the heaviest mining
activity in the region was located in the upper portion of Rich Gulch
and also at Sterling Creek in
1854. The Bureau of Land
Management, still to date,
maintains the Sterling Mine
Ditch Trail for recreational
purposes. Mining was done
in the area until the 1930’s.
California Street, Jacksonville
As miners swarmed in to the
area and businesses popped
up, there were three major
fires from 1873 and 1884.
Since the buildings were wood, and everything burned, the city later
mandated that all buildings were to be built of brick.
Jacksonville became the county seat in 1853 and was the largest
town in the state by 1859 when Oregon became a state.
1851: Portland is incorporated.
John McLoughlin becomes an American citizen.
1853: Washington Territory is created from part of Oregon Territory.
1857: Sixty delegates meet in Salem to draft Oregon State
Constitution. It’s submitted to Congress for approval.
1859: Congress ratifies the Constitution. On February 14, 1859 Oregon becomes the 33rd state in the Union.
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Celebrating statehood in Portland, 1859
Phraseology
Where Did That Come From?
Two of the themes this month (birds and hearts) have been used in many phrases throughout history - some that have even
survived into modern day language - such as the following phrases:
Birds of a feather flock together
Meaning: Those of similar taste congregate in groups.
Origin: This proverb has been in use since at least the mid 16th
century. In 1545, William Turner used a version of it in his papist satire
The Rescuing of Romish Fox:
“Byrdes of on kynde and color flok and flye allwayes together.”
The first known citation in print of the currently used English version
of the phrase appeared in 1599, in The Dictionarie in Spanish and
English, which was compiled by the English lexicographer John
Minsheu: Birdes of a feather will flocke togither.
In nature, birds of a single species do in fact frequently form flocks.
Ornithologists explain this behavior as a ‘safety in numbers’ tactic to
reduce their risk of predation. In language terms, it was previously
more common to refer to birds flying together than flocking
together and many early citations use that form, for example
Philemon Holland’s translation of Livy’s Romane historie, 1600:
“As commonly birds of a feather will flye together.”
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
Meaning: It’s better to have a lesser but certain advantage than the
possibility of a greater one that may come to nothing.
Origin: This proverb refers back to mediaeval falconry where a bird
in the hand (the falcon) was a valuable asset and certainly worth
more than two in the bush (the prey).
The first citation of the expression in print in its currently used form is
found in John Ray’s A Hand-book of Proverbs, 1670, in which he lists
it as: A [also ‘one’] bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
John Heywood, the 16th century collector of proverbs, recorded
another version in his ambitiously titled A dialogue conteinyng the
nomber in effect of all the prouerbes in the Englishe tongue, 1546:
“Better one byrde in hande than ten in the wood.”
English migrants to America took the expression with them and ‘bird
in hand’ must have been known there by 1734 as this was the year in
which a small town in Pennsylvania was founded with that name.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
Meaning: The lack of something increases the desire for it.
Origin: The Roman poet Sextus Propertius gave us the earliest form
of this saying in Elegies:
“Always toward absent lovers love’s tide
stronger flows.”
The contemporary version appears in
The Pocket Magazine of Classic and
Polite Literature, 1832, in a piece by a
Miss Stickland:
‘Tis absense, however, that makes the
heart grow fonder.
Half-hearted
Meaning: Having one’s intentions
divided; not fully committed
Origin: ‘Half-hearted’ is a derivative of
the slightly earlier ‘faint-hearted’.
The metaphorical concept of ‘heart’ is at
the root of faint-hearted and halfhearted. To the mediaeval way of
thinking, the heart was the source of a
person’s being and the belief of the
time was that the physical state of one’s
heart controlled one’s demeanour.
Earliest examples of these phrases are:
Half-hearted: In John Florio’s ItalianEnglish dictionary, 1611: “Semicorde, a
coward, halfe-hearted”.
Be still, my beating heart
Meaning: Expression of excitement when seeing the object of one’s
romantic affections. Originally used with the swooning earnestness
of women’s poetry of the Romantic period. Now more often used
ironically, about suitors who are indisputably unsuitable.
Origin: ‘Beating heart’ has long been used to denote breathless
excitement. John Dryden used it with that meaning as early as 1697,
in The works of Virgil:
“When from the Goal they start, The Youthful Charioteers with
beating Heart, Rush to the Race.”
‘My beating heart’ was a stock expression for 18th century novelists
and poets. It is first recorded in Nicholas Rowe’s Tamerlane, a tragedy,
1702: “My beating Heart Bounds with exulting motion.”
The earliest citation of the full phrase comes from Wm. Mountfort’s
Zelmane, 1705: “Ha! hold my Brain; be still my beating Heart.”
Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve Meaning: Display one’s emotions openly, rather than keep private.
Some people aren’t very good at disguising how they really feel, and
this phrase was coined for them. They do not hold back their
emotions, for good or for bad. It is clear how they feel in each
moment, by their body language, facial expressions, stance,
movement, words, and tones.
Example: You’ll never be a good card player if you wear your heart
on your sleeve. Other players can tell if your cards are good or not by
watching your reactions when you get them.
Origin: The phrase may derive from the custom at middle ages
jousting matches. Knights wore the colors, in cloths or ribbons tied to
their arms, of the lady they were supporting or performing for that
day.
It is first recorded in Shakespeare’s Othello, 1604. In the play, the
treacherous Iago’s plan was to feign openness and vulnerability in
order to appear faithful and then to use this trust to destroy Othello.
Iago: For when my outward action doth demonstrate
The native act and figure of my heart
In compliment extern, ‘tis not long after
But I will wear my heart upon my sleeve
For daws to peck at: I am not what I am.
Oh dear, I don’t even know him.
AT THE CENTER
Community Senior Center Activities
Don’t miss the many benefits of the senior/community centers that provide a variety of services for little or no cost.
Visit a center to learn about the activities and resources that will enhance your life.
Ashland Senior Center
1699 Homes Ave, Ashland 541.488.5342 ashlandseniorcenter.org
Wed 9:30-10:30am Gentle Yoga $15 (4 lessons); $5/class for drop-in
Mon 9am Tai Chi Basic Class; Thurs Advanced. $4. 1st class is as guest.
Line Dancing Mon & Tues Beginning
Thur Advanced. $1 donation to the Senior Center
Mon & Wed 11am-12:30pm (by appointment): Computer Instruction
Free (donation to the Senior Center is appreciated)
Thurs 1-4pm: Hearts & Spades. Pre-registration not required.
Central Point Senior Center
124 N 2nd St, Central Point 541.664.4933
Senior Center Thrift Store: Mon-Sat, 9am-1pm
Lunch 11:30am-12:15pm. All welcome - $3.50
Tu & Thurs. 2pm Strength Exercise
Wed 9:30am: Strength & Agility
2nd & 4th Wed 1-3pm: Bingo
2/4 & 6 - AARP Safe Drive
2/15 CPSC Member Potluck
Chetco Activity Center
550 Chetco Ln, Brookings 541.469.6822
Senior Center Thrift Store: Mon-Sat, 9am-1pm
Lunch 11:30am-Noon, all welcome, $3.50
Tues-Fri: 12:30 - Games: Cribbage, Pinochle, Rummy & more
Tues, Thur: 8:30am Fitness classes; Wed, Fri Tai Chi)
Mon-Wed: 10am Computer Classes (PC & Apple)
Fri: 1pm Old-Time Music Jam
Tax Aide Begins
2/17 Shared Meal: Bring a Dish to Share
2/27: SeaView Birthday Lunch
Del Norte Senior Center
1765 Northcrest Drive, Crescent City, CA 707-464-3069
Lunch hour: 11:30am-12:30pm (Thur. 10am: Boon Dock Band)
Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30-9:30am: Exercise, 10-11am: Chair exercise
Tues 2-4pm Crochet/Knit; 7:30pm: Folk Dancing
Wed (2nd and 4th) 10:30am: Blood pressure Checks, AARP Taxes
Thurs 1:30 Tap Dancing; 2/21 11am Foster Grandparents
Fri 12:30 Pinochle;
2/14 11am-1pm Sweetheart Dance, Candy & Bake Sale
2/21 12:30 A1AA Public Hearing
2/22 11:30 Birthday Lunch
Eagle Point Senior Center
121 Loto St, Eagle Point, OR 541.826.9404
M-F Food & Friends Lunch: 11:30am-12:30pm $2.75
Mon 10:30-11:30am Country Music Trio
Mon 12:30: Bingo
Tues 12-2:30pm: Quilting Circle
Last Saturday: Noon Potluck, main course provided
Gold Beach Senior Center
29841 Airport Way, Gold Beach 541.247.7506
Tues 12:30pm: Bingo
Feb 16 8-11am All You Can Eat Breakfast $7
Illinois Valley Senior Center
520 River Street, Cave Junction, OR. 541.592.6630
Library, weight/work-out room, line dancing, pool tables, card room.
1st Saturday of the month: All you can eat breakfast
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Medford Senior Center
510 E Main St. Medford, OR. 541.772.2273 medfordseniorcenteror.org
Thrift Store Hours M-F 9am-3pm
Lunch served 11:30am-12:30pm,
Mon & Wed 1:30pm, Sat-12:30pm: Bingo
Thurs 1pm: Jog Your Memory
Mon 8:30 Beginners 9:30 Line Dancing $3 donation
Rogue River Community/Senior Center
132 Broadway, Rogue River, OR. 541.582.0609
Lunch Served: Mon-Fri. 11:30am-12:30pm
Mon, Fri 8:15am: Yoga Class
Tues, 7pm, Sun 2pm: Dance
Sat, 5pm: Bingo
1st Sat Breakfast 8-11. All You Can Eat. $3 kids, $6 adults.
3rd Friday Dinner 5pm $7
Upper Rogue Community Center
22465 Hwy 62, Shady Cove 541.878.2702 country.net/~urcc/
Lunch served: Wednesday, Noon
Mon, Thur 8:30am: Aerobics
Tues 8:30am: Yoga; Thur 5:30pm: Zumba
Free Basic Computer Demonstrations
Sign up now for free Adult Basic Computer Demonstrations in
February and March at Jackson County branch libraries. All
hands-on demonstrations are bilingual (English and Spanish).
Seating is limited. Reservations are encouraged. Please call
your local library branch to reserve a spot in any or all sessions.
Start dates of each four-week session are below - call for class
times which vary by site and date:
• Medford (541.774.8679):2/11 - 2/13; 3/18, 3/20
• Phoenix (541.535.7090): 2/12
• Talent (541.535.4163): 2/13
• Central Point (541.664.3228): 2/14
• Shady Cove (541.878.2270): 2/15, 3/19 and 3/ 22
• Eagle Point (541.826.3313): 2/15 and 3/22
• White City (541.864.8880): 3/19
• Ruch (541.899.7438): 3/21
• Jacksonville (541.899.1665): 3/21,
For information, please see www.jcls.org or call 541-774-8679.
Authors in Love in Central Point
February is for Valentines and is perfect month to watch “biopics”
about some famous authors finding the loves of their lives: 2/6 - 1:30pm: C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads
a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham. (1993)
2/13 - 1:30pm: In the 1930s, young schoolteacher Novalyne Price meets
a handsome, eccentric, young man named Robert Howard. He’s a
successful writer of the pulp stories of “Conan the Barbarian.” (1996)
2/20 - 1:30pm: Beatrix Potter, author of the beloved children’s book,
“The Tale of Peter Rabbit” struggles for love, happiness, and success.
2/27 - 1:30pm.: A biographical portrait of a pre-fame Jane Austen and
her romance with a young Irishman. (2007)
Free popcorn and admission provided by the Central Point Friends of
the Library. Central Point Library, 116 South Third Street. More info at
the Central Point Branch Library at 541-664-3228 or www.jcls.org.
Crockpot
Wait! Don’t put away that holiday crockpot quite yet. This cold
weather is still a great time to prepare your meals using this versatile,
time saving utensil. Try these delicious, easy crockpot beet recipes.
Note: When peeling or working with beets, wear old clothes and/or
apron (beets stain - which is why natives used them for dyes and face
paints). Put down a layer of newspaper or paper bags on the
countertop while you’re peeling (p.s. they’re worth it-so good for you)
Orange Glazed
Beets Crockpot Recipe
Ingredients
4 medium beets, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
Use a 4-quart slow cooker. Peel and slice beets and put them into
your cooker. Add butter, brown sugar, orange zest, and orange juice.
Toss with spoons to distribute the zest and sugar. Don’t worry if the
butter is still in a clump.
Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or on high for 2-3. They are done
when a fork inserts easily and beets can be cut with the edge of fork.
EASY Crockpot
Roasted Beets
Ingredients: beets and olive oil (simple)
Prep: Trim beets, leaving about 1 inch of tops on and rootlets intact.
Place each beet on a square of foil and drizzle with about 1/2
teaspoon of olive oil. Bring the corners of the foil up around the
beets and twist to seal. Repeat with the remaining beets.
Put the wrapped beets in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on HIGH
for 3 to 4 hours, or until the beets are tender.
When they’re cool enough to handle, trim ends and slip the skins off.
Use in a recipe or slice and eat!
Slow-Cooker
Borscht with Potatoes & Dill
Ingredients:\
2 pounds red beets, peeled and halved
3/4 lb russet potatoes, peeled and halved (2 med-large)
1 large yellow onion, ends trimmed, peeled, quartered
5 cups vegetable broth
3 tbsp canned tomato paste
3 cups very finely shredded green cabbage
1-1/2 tbsp dried dill
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional garnishes:
plain Greek yogurt
chopped flat-leaf parsley
hard-cooked eggs, peeled
and chopped lemon wedges
Put beets, potatoes, onions, broth and tomato paste into a slow
cooker and cook on high heat for 4 hours or low heat for 8 hours.
Working in batches, carefully transfer half of soup solids to blender
and purée until smooth; return to slow cooker. Add cabbage, stir well
and cook on high for 45 minutes. Add dill, vinegar, lemon juice and
salt & pepper to taste. Ladle soup into bowls and top with the
garnishes of your choice (yogurt, parsley, eggs, lemon wedges).
Makes 8 hearty servings.
‘Button Up’ - Dress to Stay Warm Outdoors
Freezing temperatures and snow covered ground doesn’t mean you
have to give up all your outdoor time. You can still go for daily walks,
just be sure to stay warm and dry during those winter excursions.
Cover your head and hands before venturing out. You can lose
almost 1/4 of your body’s heat escape through an uncovered head. If
you wear an easily removable head cover like a knit hat (called
toboggan by some) It helps keep your body heat regulated. Then, if
you become hot during your winter exercise, you can remove the hat
to cool down.
Uncovered hands may become cold, painful and the skin will dry out
quickly when exposed to cold temperatures. Temperatures below
freezing can even do permanent skin and/or digit damage via
frostbite. Keep hands covered with mittens - they will keep your
hands warmer than gloves, because they allow finger to finger contact.
Cover your mid-section with an extra layer of clothing for overall
body warmth. Wear synthetic fabrics that wick moisture away from
the body. You might sweat even during winter exercise, so staying
dry is essential and the moisture wicking fabric (not cotton) is the
way to go.
Choose water resistant shoes for your outdoor winter exercise.
Shoes with an outer layer of water resistant material and inner layer
of supportive cushioning will protect your feet from the winter’s
ground moisture and hard frozen surfaces. Wear synthetic socks that
will wick the moisture away from your feet also.
Wear a light weight water resistant wind-breaker jacket as the
top layer of clothing. A light weight jacket with vents in the back and
under the arms won’t keep heat and sweat trapped and its light
weight won’t feel burdensome during exercise. Winter weather
changes quickly - it might look clear when you leave home, but it can
change to snow or freezing rain before you return and a windbreaker can keep you dry.
Stay safe while walking or running with reflective strips on your
outerwear. In early morning and evening winters, walkers are not
easily visible; reflective strips help make you more visible to
oncoming traffic.
Winter Weather, Snow Shoveling Pose Heart Risks
Many people are unaware of dangers that low temperatures and
winter storms can pose to their hearts, according to Dr. Holly
Andersen of the Perelman Heart Institute of the NY-Presbyterian
Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, in a medical center news
release. “When the temperature outside drops, our blood vessels
narrow to prevent our bodies from losing heat - which is a natural
response that can also put people with heart conditions and
those involved in strenuous exercise at greater risk of having a
heart attack.”
During the winter months, the risk for heart attacks rises for people
with heart conditions and those engaging in rigorous physical
activity. Shoveling snow, for example, is one of the most exhausting
and risky activities people do in the winter since it can raise blood
pressure and dramatically increase people’s risk for a heart attack. To
protect your heart health this winter, Andersen offered the following
safety tips:
Stretch and warm up your muscles with light activity before
engaging in rigorous physical activity, such as shoveling.
Stay warm. Wear a scarf over your mouth and nose to warm the air
you breathe. Dress in layers and cover up with a windproof and
waterproof outer shell.
Instead of lifting a shovel, push it to remove snow.
Pace yourself and take breaks while you are shoveling snow.
Enlist a friend to help you shovel. This way you will have less work
to do and will not be alone in case of an emergency.
Anyone who is overweight, older than 50 or has suffered a heart
attack should talk to their doctor before shoveling snow or starting a
new exercise program.
Source: NY-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia Univ/Weill Cornell Medical Center
GARDEN
Bare Essentials of Bare Root
by Terry Kovachy
January through March is bare root season in Oregon. It’s a good
time to buy and plant deciduous fruit trees, grapes, berries and
roses so they can get established before our spring and summer
hot spells arrive.
Growing Beets in Pots
This fast growing root crop can grow in containers and their
astonishing growth rates are their equally great sweet flavors.
Containers. A container with a depth of at least 10 inches is most
important for the roots to have enough space to properly develop.
Potting Soil. Beets can adapt to a variety of soils, need potting soils
that are free of pebbles, rocks and hard clumps. As heavy feeders,
beets will also need high nutritional value in the initial potting soil. A
premium organic and well composted potting soil is preferred.
Fertilizer. Beets use up nutrients in your potting soil, so supplement
once during growth. An organic all purpose fertilizer with equal NPK
levels and homemade compost teas provide good nutrition.
Sunlight. Choose a sunny spot. Beets need at least 8 hours of direct
sunlight daily or supplement with grow lights.
Preparing Containers. Beets do not like to be moved around, so
plant into their permanent container. Place a 1-2 inch layer of small
rocks/gravel at the very bottom of the container to serve as a barrier
and promote proper soil drainage. Small lava rocks provide aeration,
moisture control and slowly break down into usable plant minerals.
The term “bare root” has taken on a whole new meaning in the last
20 years. Now many retailers sell convenient plastic wrapped or
brightly boxed fruit trees and roses. Retail racks pop up at hardware
stores, supermarkets, pharmacies and even quickie marts. These
impulse buy items are often low priced and look great on the display
rack. They fit easily into your shopping cart and the small pretty
packaging and bar coding helps them on their journey through the
check stand and out into your car. It’s main and final goal is now
complete, it’s been sold.
Planting and Caring for Beets. Beet seeds tough “coats” can lead to
long germination times. It helps to soften them with an overnight
soaking in dechlorinated water. Then plant seeds a half inch deep
and 2-3 inches apart. Leave an inch or more between the container
rim and the first seed. Cover, water well and keep soil moist (water
when the top inch of soil is dry). Beets should germinate within a
couple weeks.
Wait a minute! What about the mouthwatering fruit and big beautiful
blooms that you saw on the label? Truth is, if even half of these
bagged bargains thrived, Southern Oregon would be bumper to
bumper in blooms by now. The root of the problem with these is just
that – The Root - or more precisely, the lack of roots.
When plants are around one month old, administer fertilizer. Follow
the directions provided with fertilizer and prepare one application.
The tree or rose bush probably left the growing field with a nicely
developed root system; unfortunately, most of it ended up on the
packing room floor. What remained was bent or broken in order to
stuff it into that handy little grab and go bag that’s now in your garage.
Hopefully, you’re one of the lucky ones that have a fairly intact root
system waiting inside “the bag” - the ever decreasing in size “bag” that proportionately small, compared to the tree “bag”.
When most have begun sprouting, thin seedlings to 3” apart. Use
scissors to cut as pulling could cause root damage to remaining beets.
Harvesting. Beets should be ready in 50-60 days - times vary among
different varieties. Pick when beets are 1.5-2” inches in diameter larger beets loose sweetness and become fibrous. Pick beet leaves
during the season. For the most tender and flavorsome leaves, pick
young when less than 6 inches in length. Older leaves may be used
like chard. With edible leaves in the mix on top of an already versatile
and delectable root, beets can be an extremely efficient crop to grow.
Now, open it up and let the packing material and sawdust fall to the
ground and you’re confronted with 3 or 4 roots, most or all broken at
90 degree angles a couple inches from the trunk. You wanted
healthy roots? Sorry, not at that great discount price - roots cost
extra. If you want the fruit and blossoms you dream about, a quality
root system will cost more and be less convenient to carry.
Remember, that you also need to get truly “bare root” trees or shrubs
planted in a timely manner and will need a bigger planting hole. The
extra planning, cost and labor will pay off because you will get the
results you want - truly the fruits of your labor.
Call me old fashioned, but I love cruising the bundles of bare root
trees and shrubs in the sawdust beds at a real, all seasons nursery,
like Chet’s Garden Center in Grants Pass, to see the most important
part of the bare root plant before I buy it - the roots! I also like being
able to talk to a gardening specialist if I have questions about my
purchase now, or a year later. Pharmacists are great but likely won’t
know which pollinator I need for my new pear tree.
Last note, I strongly recommend painting the trunks of newly
planted fruit trees with white tree paint. I see so many trees fail after
the southwest side gets blistered open by our summer afternoon
sun then gets infested with wood boring beetles.
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Photos courtesy of Chet’s Garden Center
229 SW H St Grants Pass, OR 97526
541.476.4424
GREEN CORNER
Winter is a great time to feed the birds that hang around our yards and, since you can expect more as the weather warms,
you’ll want to be ready with plenty of feeders in the spring. Try these projects that will use some of your recycling for easy
to make feeders and save materials from going to the landfill.
Soda bottle bird feeder:
This is a simple DIY
project for bird lovers of
all ages. After rescuing a
1-2 liter soda bottle from
the recycling bin, look
around for two wooden
spoons, dowels or twigs
you can use to create a
place for the birds to sit
while they eat.
Cut small holes in the
bottle where you will
insert the spoons or
dowels; fill the bottle with
bird seed, twist the cap
back on and then hang
the bird feeder from a
tree or porch with string
or fishing line or put on a
pole in the garden.
Other Ways to Feed the Birds
Supplies needed:
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Onion Mesh Bags
Raffia
Sail Maker’s Needles
Birdseeds
Millet Sprays
Pine Cones
Peanut Butter
Sunflower Seeds
Paddle Wire
Feeder 1: Open pinecone petals by placing them in a warm oven at
250°F. After cooled, roll pinecones in peanut butter, then in birdseed.
Wrap some paddle wire around the base of the cone and attach the
treat to trees and shrubs within view of your favorite window.
Feeder 2: String clusters of whole, raw, unsalted peanuts (still in the
shell) onto strings of raffia. (just like popcorn or cranberries.) A large
sail maker’s needle works well to pierce the tough shell. Pierce two or
three peanuts and tie the raffia loosely to branches and twigs.
Feeder 3: String grapes; tie them into bundles using above method.
Milk carton bird feeder is as
straightforward as making
one from a plastic soda
bottle. Simply cut out equally
sized “windows” in three
sides of the carton, leaving
1-2 inches of space from the
bottom of the carton. Then
poke two holes at the top of
the carton and feed in fishing
wire or other sturdy string, to
hang the feeder from a tree.
Floppy disk bird feeder is
made from floppy disks that were buried in your desk drawer. Tape
together the bottom edges of three floppy disks and then dismantle
the disks. First, slide off the metal shutter that holds the plastic
housing together, and take apart the housing to remove the
magnetic disk and paper ring inside. Use scissors or a utility knife to
cut a window in the plastic housing that remains, and then assemble
the housing into a cube, fastening the walls together with tape or a
hot glue gun. Glue a string to the top of the box and add some bird
seed; your retro-tech bird feeder is ready to hang in the yard.
Plastic bottle feeder to attract hummingbirds to your yard, uses a 1
liter plastic bottle and a small plastic takeout container like those
used for a deli salads.Drill one hole in the center of the plastic bottle’s
cap. Then drill a hole in the center of the takeout container lid that is
large enough to accommodate the plastic bottle’s opening. You’ll
also want to make four small holes around the takeout container lid;
this is where the hummingbirds will drink from.
Next, fill the plastic bottle with hummingbird nectar, (easily made by
mixing one part white granulated sugar with four parts water). Pop
the takeout container lid onto the plastic bottle, twist on the bottle
cap and attach the takeout container to its lid. To catch the
hummingbirds’ attention, highlight the four feeding holes with red the bird’s favorite color. Cut out circles from red fabric scraps or even
from a bottle’s label, and paste them around the feeding holes.
Feeder 4: String a few kernels of popcorn on raffia, then roll in
peanut butter and birdseed. This is a favorite treat of blue jays.
Feeder 5: Slice apples, pears, oranges; hang with ornament hangers.
Feeder 6: Tie millet sprays to twigs and branches with raffia bows.
Feeder 7: Cut net onion bags into small squares and fill with
sunflower seeds. Tie the bundles of seeds with raffia. Hang with wire
ornament hangers. The bright colors look great and birds will enjoy
the offering.
Free birdhouse plans online include this terrific Coffee Can
Birdhouse that’s as enjoyable as the aroma of the morning’s
first pot of coffee. And it has a lot more going for it, too. The
house is simple to build, costs pennies to make and is a great
way to recycle coffee cans and scrap wood.
As a bonus, it’s a breeze to clean out after nesting season—
just slip out the dowel and empty the can. Go to website:
birdsandblooms.com/Backyard-Projects/Birdhouses/CoffeeCan-Birdhouse
Here’s a great excuse reason to go to the coast this month
Build a Birdhouse Workshop
February 9th
Create wildlife habitat for your backyard. Before the swallows
and wrens begin to nest, come build a birdhouse to
encourage them to live in your backyard! We’ll provide the
supplies and tools. Work on your own or bring a partner. ($10
per birdhouse, limit 1 birdhouse per participant).
South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Interpretive Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road (4 miles south
of Charleston). Information & reservations: 541-888-5558
MIND GAMES
CROSSWORD
ACROSS
1. A city in north-central India
6. A method of dyeing cloth
11. A tool for punching holes
14. Pertaining to the largest cotinent
15. Without companionship
16. 22nd letter in the Greek alphabet
17. Bits or fragments (slang)
19. One more than nine
20. Tallied
21. Not here
23. A parasitic marine protozoa
27. Wore away
28. Hid under insincere appearance
32. Ill-suited
33. Floral leaf
34. Encountered
Answers to Crossword,
37. Nervous
Sudoku & Splitwords
38. Graph
Puzzle on page 22
39. Lady
40. Utilize
41. Not those
DOWN
42. Consumed
1. Hyrax
43. Myopic
2. Emergency Services
45. A protective embankment
Management
48. Not winners
3. Fifty-two in Roman
49. A lat-bottomed boat
numerals
50. Group of 8
4. Cap
53. Biography (abbrev.)
5. Live or dwell
54. Near enough
6. A lyric poet
60. Self-importance
7. Downwind
61. Fantasy
8. Anagram of “Dote”
62. A waste water conduit
9. Hotel
63. A tribe of Israel
10. Small falcon
64. Melodies
11. Portrayed a role
65. Digs for metals
12. What place?
13. Delineated
18. Type of cheese
22. A box for bricks
23. Farewell
24. Intellects
25. A Siouan people
26. Catch sight of
27. French for “State”
29. Show someone to their
seats
30. The smallest amount
31. French for “After”
34. Not glossy
35. Chieftain
36. Has a disposition to do
something
38. Hack
39. Backwards shad
SUDOKU
Difficulty Lever: Medium
How to play: Numbers 1 through 9 appear only once in each row, column, and 3x3 zone. There
are 9 such zones in each grid. There is only one correct solution to each sudoku. Good luck!
41. Used for sewing
42. Self-importance
43. Droop
44. Genus of holly
45. Receded
46. A Eurasian goat-like antelope
47. Sing softly
50. Not closed
51. Cliff
52. Male cats
55. Not amateur
56. Japanese apricot
57. Bristles on a sheath of barley
58. T
59. Make a mistake
SPLITWORDS PUZZLE
Words from our February issue form an exercise for using your
left temporal lobe - the part of your brain that is stimulated as
information retrieval is called upon.
SplitWords puzzles help you practice salvaging words from your
language inventory. Each syllable is a phonetic clue to assist
word retrieval; think in syllables! As quickly as possible, form 12
complete words by combining syllables from the table. Proper
names are not capitalized. Use each syllable only once! tine
ol
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ter
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bird
cho
sal
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cle
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Valentine Weddings Brain Teaser Answers from p. 22
Chris and Rebecca Doyle have been married 5 years.
Peter and Stephanie Dail have been married 10 years.
Todd and Chelsea Henke have been married 20 years.
Dale and Elaine Moore have been married 25 years.
Charles and Marcia Burton have been married 30 years.
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Dose of Laughter
It’s Flu Season - so laugh a lot! Science researches have shown that those who laugh more often have stronger immune
systems and lower levels of the stress hormones of cortisol and epinephrine.
A sense of humor is good for
you. Have you ever heard of a
laughing hyena with heart burn?
Bob Hope
We care about you, our reader, so we provide some laughs, giggles
and yes, a few groans, to help you keep healthy this season - enjoy!
Practical Valentine Gift
Robin went to a very expensive jeweler shop to buy a ring to surprise
his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day.
The jeweler asked, ‘Shall I engrave your girlfriend’s name on it?’
Robin thought for a moment, and said, ‘No, instead engrave “To my
one and only love”.’
The jeweler smiled and said, ‘Yes, sir; how very romantic of you.’
Robin with a grin on his face said, ‘Not exactly romantic, but very
practical. This way, if we break up, I can use it again.’
Following Doctor’s Orders
A 92 year-old man went to the doctor to get a physical. A few days
later the doctor saw the man walking down the street with a
gorgeous woman on his arm. At his follow up visit the doctor talked
to the man and said, “You’re really doing great, aren’t you?” The man
replied, “Just doing what you said, Doctor, ‘Get a hot mamma and be
cheerful’.” The Dr replied, “What I said was, you got a heart murmur.
Be careful.” Heart Attack Prevention
The patient awakened after a heart operation to find herself in a
room with all the blinds drawn. “Why are all the blinds closed?” she
asked her doctor. “Well,” the surgeon responded, “They’re fighting a
huge fire across the street, and we didn’t want you to wake up and
think the operation had failed.” Auto Mechanic vs. Heart Surgeon
A mechanic was removing cylinder heads from a car motor when he
spotted a famous heart surgeon in his shop, standing off to the side,
waiting for the service manager to come to take a look at his car.
The mechanic shouted across the garage, “Hello Doc!! Please come
over here for a minute.”
The famous surgeon, a bit surprised, walked over to the mechanic.
The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and asked,
“So doc, look at this. I also open hearts, take valves out, grind ‘em,
put in new parts, and when I finish this will work like new. So how
come you get the big money, when you and me does basically the
same work?”
The doctor leaned over and whispered to the mechanic.....
“Try to do it when the engine is running”.
Marriage Counseling
A husband and wife came for counseling after 15 years of marriage.
When asked what the problem was, the wife went into a passionate,
painful tirade listing every problem they had ever had in the 15 years
they had been married. She went on and on: neglect, lack of
intimacy, emptiness, loneliness, feeling unloved and unlovable, an
entire laundry list of un-met needs she had endured over the course
of their marriage.
Finally, after allowing this to go on for a sufficient length of time, the
therapist got up, walked around the desk and, after asking the wife
to stand, embraced and kissed her passionately.
The woman shut up and quietly sat down as though in a daze.
The therapist turned to the husband and said, “This is what your wife
needs at least three times a week Can you do this?”
The husband thought for a moment and replied,” Well, I can drop her
off here on Mondays and Wednesdays, but on Friday’s, I fish!
Be My Valentine
A guy walks into a post office one day to see a middle-aged, balding
man standing at the counter methodically placing “Love” stamps on
bright pink envelopes with hearts all over them. He then takes out a
perfume bottle and starts spraying scent all over them.
His curiosity getting the better of him, he goes up to the balding
man and asks him what he is doing. The man says, “I’m sending out
1,000 Valentine cards signed, ‘Guess who?’”
“But why?” asks the man.
“I’m a divorce lawyer,” the man replies.
Special Gift
When she awoke, a woman told her husband, “I just dreamed you gave
me a pearl necklace for Valentine’s Day. What do you think it means?”
“You’ll know tonight.” he said.
That evening, the man came home with a small package and gave it
to his wife. With excitement and anticipation, she opened it to find a
book entitled “The Meaning of Dreams”
Groan Corner
We can’t put these in the “joke” category because our “tests” to the
general population, mostly only resulted in a smile and a groan;
however, we thought we would include them for your judgment.
Top Diet Excuses
1. Chocolate is a vegetable. How, you ask? Chocolate is derived from
cacao beans. Bean = vegetable. Sugar is derived from either sugar
CANE or sugar BEETS. Both are plants, which places them in the
vegetable category. Thus, chocolate is a vegetable.
2. If you eat something and no one sees you eat it, it has no calories.
3. If you fatten up everyone else around you, then you look thinner.
4. The advantage of exercising everyday is that you die healthier.
Labels for Humanity
In case you need further proof that the human race is doomed
because of stupidity, here are some actual labels on consumer goods.
On a Myer hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. (darn, and that’s the
only time I have to work on my hair).
On a bag of Chips: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary.
Details inside. (the shoplifter special?)
On a bar of Palmolive soap: “Directions: Use like regular soap.” (and
that would be how???....)
On some frozen dinners: “Serving suggestion: Defrost.” (but, it’s “just”
a suggestion).
On Nanna’s Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom): “Do not turn
upside down.” (well...duh, a bit late, huh)!
On Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding: “Product will be hot after
heating.”(...and you thought????...)
On packaging for a K-Mart iron: “Do not iron clothes on body.” (but
wouldn’t this save me more time?)
On Boot’s Children Cough Medicine:” Do not drive a car or operate
machinery after taking this medication.” (We could do a lot to reduce
the rate of construction accidents if we could just get those 5-yearolds with head-colds off those forklifts.)
On Nytol Sleep Aid: “Warning: May cause drowsiness.” (and...I’m
taking this because???....)
On most brands of Christmas lights: “For indoor or outdoor use
only.”(as opposed to...what?)
On a Japanese food processor: “Not to be used for the other
use.”(now, somebody out there, help me on this. I’m a bit curious.)
On Nobby’s peanuts: “Warning: contains nuts.” (talk about a news flash!)
On an American Airlines packet of nuts: “Instructions: Open packet,
eat nuts.” (Step 3: maybe, uh...fly Delta?)
This Day in History - Around the World
Crossword Answers
History is made every day
We put the days of the month into a hat and drew out February 14th
to research and report on the many historical and diverse events that
happened throughout history on that one day.
842 Charles II & Louis the German sign treaty
1009 - First known mention of Lithuania, in the annals of the
monastery of Quedlinburg.
1014 - Pope Benedict VIII crowns Henry II, Roman German emperor
1076 - Pope Gregory VII excommunicates Henry IV
1130 - Jewish Cardinal Pietro Pierleone elected anti-pope Anacletus II
1540 - Emperor Charles V enters Ghent, executes rebels
1556 - Archbishop Thomas Cranmer declared a heretic
1630 - Dutch fleet of 69 ships reaches Pernambuco Brazil
1689 - English parliament puts Mary Stuart/Prince Willem on throne
1711 - Handel’s opera Rinaldo, premieres
1743 - Henry Pelham becomes British Prime Minister.
1746 - Henry Pelham appointed English premier
1766 - Dutch governor Falck signs Treaty of Batticaloa with rebels
1778 - “Stars & Stripes” arrives in foreign port for 1st time (France)
1794 - 1st US textile machinery patent to James Davenport, Phila
1803 - Apple parer patented by Moses Coats, Downington, Penn
1804 - Karadjordje leads 1st Serbian Uprising against Ottoman Empire.
1855 - Texas is linked by telegraph to the rest of the United States.
1859 - Oregon admitted as 33rd state
1862 - Galena, 1st US iron-clad warship for service at sea, launched
1867 - Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection & Insurance issues 1st policy
1872 - 1st state bird refuge authorized (Lake Merritt CA)
1876 - A G Bell & Elisha Gray apply separately for telephone patents
Supreme Court eventually rules Bell rightful inventor
1883 - 1st state labor union legislation; NJ legalizes unions
1889 - 1st train load of fruit (oranges) leaves LA for east
1890 - 1st NSW v South Australia 1st-class cricket game
1894 - Venus is both a morning star & evening star
1895 - Oscar Wilde’s “Importance of Being Earnest,” opens in London
1899 - US Congress begins using voting machines
1903 - US Dept of Commerce & Labor forms
1912 - Arizona was admitted to the Union as the 48th state
1914 - High Council of Labor forms in Hague Netherlands
1918 - USSR adopts New Style (Gregorian) calendar (originally Feb 1)
1919 - United Parcel Service forms
1920 - League of Women Voters forms in Chicago
1921 - Canadian 5 cent nickel coin is authorized
1924 - IBM Corporation founded by Thomas Watson
1929 - St Valentine’s Day Massacre in Chicago, 7 gangsters killed
1931 - Spanish government of General Damasco Berenguer falls
1936 - National Negro Congress organizes in Chicago
1940 - British merchant vessel fleet is armed
1941 - 1,000,000th vehicle traverses the NY Midtown Tunnel
1942 - Rotterdam’s Maas tunnel opens
1943 - World War II: Rostov-on-Don, Russia is liberated.
1945 - Peru, Paraguay, Chile & Ecuador joins UN
1945 - Prague bombed in error by pilots bombing Dresden.
1946 - Bank of England nationalized
1949 - Dutch government presents plan for building 30,000 houses
1950 - USSR & China sign peace treaty
1952 - 6th Olympic winter games open at Oslo, Norway
1954 - Sen John Kennedy appears on “Meet the Press”
1956 - 20th Congress of CPSU opens in Moscow
1958 - Arab Federation of Iraq & Jordan forms
1959 - $3.6 million heroin seizure in NYC
1961 - Element 103, Lawrencium, 1st produced in Berkeley Calif
1962 - 1st lady Jacqueline Kennedy conducts White House tour on TV
1963 - US launches communications satellite Syncom 1
1966 - Australia introduces 1st decimal currency postage stamps
1967 - Aretha Franklin records “Respect”
1968 - Pennsylvania Railroad/NYC Central merge into Penn Central
1971 - Movie “Ben Hur” 1st shown on television
1980 - 13th Winter Olympic games open in Lake Placid, NY
1980 - US launches Solar Maximum Observatory to study solar flares
1981 - Stardust Disaster: A fire in a Dublin nightclub kills 48 people
1982 - “Night of 100 Stars” takes place at NY’s Radio City Music Hall
1985 - Hostage CNN reporter Jeremy Levin is released in Beirut
1988 - Bobby Allison at 50 becomes oldest driver to win Daytona 500
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Sudoku Answers
Splitwords Answers (from page 20)
living
valentine
exercise
backyard
cholesterol
recipe
recycle
feeder
birding
healthy
salad
winter
Valentine Weddings Brain Teaser
At a community event, five couples found out that they all had been
married on Valentines Day, but none of them had been married the
same number of years. Their last names were Dail, Moore, Doyle,
Burton, and Henke. The husbands’ names were Todd, Chris, Charles,
Peter, and Dale. The wives’ names were Elaine, Chelsea, Marcia,
Stephanie, and Rebecca. From the clues given, determine the
husband and wife that make up each couple and the number of
years they have been married.
1) Chelsea has not been married as long as Charles and the Moores
but longer than Chris and the Dails.
2) Stephanie has been married twice as long as the Doyles but only
half as long as Todd.
3) The Henkes have been ten years longer than Peter and ten years
less than Marcia.
4) Chris and Rebecca have been married for 25 years less than the
Burtons, who have been married the longest.
5) Neither Elaine nor the Dails have been married the shortest
amount of time.
Answers on page 20
6) Dale has been married for 25 years.
READING SUGGESTIONS
The Diabetes and Heart Health
Healthy
hy
Cookbook
Love Stories of Later Life:
Narrative Approach to
Understanding Romance
by Amanda Smith Barusch
Even with baby boomers retiring
and greater media and research
attention being lavished on older
people, most gerontologists have
studiously avoided examining
romance among the elderly. Love Stories of Later Life is an
appealing and eye-opening remedy to this neglect, as
leading gerontologist Amanda Smith Barusch presents original
research into what love and romance mean in seniors’ lives. The
result is a glimpse into a world many people didn’t know existed that of romantic love in later life. Unlike superficial guidebooks that
purport to help seniors find a new mate, Love Stories integrates
theory and the latest research on love and the aging process.
Drawing on a wealth of personal narratives collected during a
landmark five-year study, the book presents the lived experiences of
older adults from all walks of life. It addresses the impact of common
age-related changes, both emotional and physical, on romantic
relationships, and argues that love continues to sculpt our
personalities and our lives, even in life’s later decades.
Each chapter includes practical tools for the serious student of love,
including exercises designed to increase self-awareness and
relationship-building as well as annotated lists of suggested reading
that are at once comprehensive and accessible. Available at Amazon.
Prevent, Halt &
Reverse Heart
Disease
by Joe Piscatella and Dr.
Barry Franklin
This book is the final
word on lifestyle habits
and cardiac health.
Beginning with assessing
cardiac risk (from
traditional factors such
as cholesterol to newer
ones such as C-reactive
protein) and covering
diet, exercise, stress
relief, medications and
procedures, this book is
a complete guide to the
lifestyle changes that
can make a life-or-death
difference. Medically
up-to-date and easy to
implement, it is a program that will help readers know what to do
and how to do it to increase cardiovascular health. Co-authors Joe
Piscatella and Dr. Barry Franklin have made this a cutting-edge book,
complete with 109 Life Skill Tips, that offers a blue-print for a hearthealthy lifestyle. “Finally a book to tell us not just what to do - but
how to do it. It’s an incredibly readable, comprehensive and up-todate guide that belongs in every home.”- Kathy Berra, MSN, NP,
Stanford Center for Research in Disease Prevention. Order book at:
www.joepiscatella.com/bookstore
by American Diabetes Association and
American Heart Association
You know that the recipes in this
cookbook are healthful and good for you
because the American Diabetes
Association and the American Heart
Association teamed up to create them. But did you also know that
the low-fat, lower-in-carbohydrates dishes are packed with flavor,
too? With cardiovascular disease number one on the list of diabetesrelated complications, hands down this is a must-have cookbook for
both diabetics and people with heart disease, as well as those who
just want to improve their health.
Available at online bookstores and from both associations: www.
diabetes.org and www.heart.org
Roots: The Definitive Compendium
with more than 225 Recipes by Diane Morgan
Explore the exciting
underworld of root
vegetables.
This go-to volume is both a
comprehensive reference
book and a cookbook of
simple yet creative ways to
prepare dozens of different
root vegetables, the local
ones and the global ones from beets to malanga to
potatoes to turmeric to
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