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Homemaker Newsletter - October 2024

 

Thought of the Month:  "Just keep movin' down the line"  [It’s a] Long Lonely Highway, Elvis Presley 1964
Roll Call:  October is national book month. What is a good book you’ve read recently?

 

Homemaker's Week is in October!

October is KEHA Homemaker’s Week. Russell County Homemakers are welcome to join Sue Foley, the Russell County Homemaker President, and Megan Gullett on October 3rd, at 2 p.m. at
the Courthouse in Jamestown for the signing of the Proclamation of Homemaker’s Week with Judge Executive Randy Marcum.

Pecans are now for sale, pecan pieces for $12/bag (1 lb. bags)and pecan halves for $15/bag (1 lb. bags). Contact Melonie Eubank for more information.

The next council meeting will be held on Monday, October 28th at 5 PM. Debbie Messenger, Cumberland County FCS Agent, will discuss Healthy Eating Around the World on October 21st, at 4 PM. Please call to RSVP if you plan to attend.

 

Club Meeting Information

Homemakers On the Go - The Homemakers On the Go will meet on October 10th, to travel to Campbell’s Creelsboro Country Store. Those wishing to carpool should plan to meet at the Extension Office at 10 AM. Please call 270-866-4477 to RSVP by October 7th or reach out to Donna Robertson. 

The Piece Makers Quilt Guild - The Quilt Guild will be meeting on October 14th and 28th, starting at noon, for their monthly meeting. Please contact Cindy Mills for more information. 

Sunset Club - The Sunset Club will meet on Saturday, October 19th, at 11 a.m. at Haney’s Apple Farm. Please reach out to Susan Adams for more information. 

Homemakers by Heart - Homemakers By Heart will meet on October 21st at 6 p.m. for a Sock Pumpkin class. Please RSVP with Caitlyn Helm or the Extension Office by October 18th. There may be a small fee for the class.

Crafty Bees - The Crafty Bees will meet on October 22nd at 5:30 p.m. for a Pumpkin Wine Glasses class, cost $5. Please feel free to contact Melonie Eubank for more information. 

 

Homemakers Week - October 14th - 18th

Monday - 10:00 a.m. - Paper flowers craft; 5:00 PM: Tie Blankets for Child Advocacy Center

Wednesday - 10:00 AM: HOTG Sponsored Brunch; Noon: Food Pantry birthday bags

Thursday - 5:30 PM: Bunco Night at the Russell County Public Library. Bring snacks and a drink.

Friday - 7:30 AM: Pecan sales at the Russell County Extension Office.

Reminders:  For any event you plan to attend, please call the Extension Office to RSVP (270-866-4477). If you plan to bring a dish, please let them know as well. 

 

Find Fitness Motivation by Joining a Group
SOU RC E :  KA T H E R I N E J U R Y , E X T E N S I ON S P E C I A L I S T F OR F AM I L Y H E A L T H

     If you have decided to start, maintain, or increase the amount of physical activity in your daily life, you are likely aware of the many health benefits of being active.  Exercise is good for your heart, lungs, muscles, and bones.  It leads to improved mood, better sleep, more stamina, and increased brain function, among other benefits!
     However, many people struggle with maintaining exercising on a regular basis and staying consistent.  One way to maintain the motivation to exercise is by joining a group.  Whether you enjoy walking, running, dancing, lifting weights, tai chi, or other forms of activity, finding other people to be active with can provide accountability and increase your odds of being active on a regular basis. 
     If you are looking for a group to join, think about fitness opportunities in your community.  Contact your local recreation center or parks department to see what they coordinate.  Many gyms offer group fitness classes that you could join, as well. Alternatively, if you know of family members, friends, or neighbors who enjoy the same activities you do, you could organize a group of your own!  Decide on a mutually convenient time and place to meet.  Trade off sending reminders and encouragement to each other. 

Reference:https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/community-strategies/social-supports.html

 

Click links below for:

Recipe for Beef & Broccoli Stuffed Potatoes

Upcoming Events at the Russell County Extension Office