Cooperative Extension Service Russell County 2688 S. Hwy. 127 Russell Springs, KY 42642 (270) 866-4477 Fax: (270) 866-8645 extension.ca.uky.edu

Announcements…

Lesson Leader Training

“Savvy Sellers/Bargain Hunters” Thursday, January 19

12:00 noon Instructor: Jody Paver

Cultural Arts Contest For a complete list of categories,

see page 3 and 4 of this newsletter.

Reminder: Your January lesson was enclosed

with the December newsletter.

Creative Writing Contests Entries are due by March 1 to the KEHA Cultural Arts chairperson.

Rules and information are available on our website and in

your homemaker handbook.

To file a complaint of discrimination, contact Tim West, UK College of

Agriculture, 859-257-3879; Terry Allen or Patty Bender, UK Office of Institutional

Equity and Equal Opportunity, 859-257-8927; or the USDA, Director

Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W Whitten Bldg., 14th & Independence Ave.

SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 (202-720-5964).

Cold Weather Health Benefits

Often times there are many warnings about the hazards that

happen when the temperature turns cold. But did you know

that there are actually some benefits too?

We tend to be more social. When the nights are longer and

colder, people tend to reach out to friends and family more

often. In fact, one study found that people actually talked on

the phone longer during bad weather. So if you are stuck

inside, call up a friend or family member and chat away!

Colder weather also helps us appreciate the days full of

sunshine. When there is no change in the weather, people

start taking it for granted. When the sun returns in the spring,

we will be happier for the warmer temperatures.

Colder weather helps reduce inflammation in the body. This

should make sense, think of an ice pack which is used when

there is swelling. On a much bigger scale, when it is cold

outside and your body is exposed to it, it can reduce

inflammation and pain all over.

Cold weather also helps get rid of many bugs and pests. After

a long summer, a long cold winter stops many pests from

breeding all winter. This also helps reduce the spread of the

illnesses they carry.

Although the winter may not be your favorite time of the year,

there are some reasons to appreciate it. Just remember,

summer will be here before your know it.

References:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121010172126.htm

https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200510/mood-cold-comfort

http://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/out-in-the-cold

Source: Nicole Peritore, Extension Specialist for Family Health; University of Kentucky;

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Family & Consumer Sciences Newsletter

January 2017

Upcoming Extension Events All events will be held at the Russell County

Extension Office unless otherwise noted. January 3 - 12:00 noon - Health & Wellness Club 6:00 p.m. - 4-H Goat & Sheep Club January 5 - 1:00 p.m. - Quilt Guild 4:30 p.m. - Guys & Gals Just Cooking January 9 - 6:00 p.m. - Russell County Beekeepers January 10 - 8:30 a.m. - Grandparent Support Group 6:00 p.m. - 4-H Livestock Club January 19 - 12:00 noon - Lesson Leader Training - “Savvy Sellers/Bargain Hunters” - Jody Paver, Wayne County FCS Agent will be the instructor. January 26 - 5:30 p.m. - 4-H Horse Club

January is National Get Organized Month

The action of getting organized is the process of

organizing by putting the different parts of something in a certain order so that they can be found or used

easily.

Stay on top of your paperwork, use storage bins, check lists, and “To Do” lists.

Fair Oaks Nursing Home

The activities director has asked if any

homemakers or their clubs would like to come

once per month and do an activity with the

residents.

We have a calendar at the Extension Office if you

or your club would like to sign up for a month.

Preparing Your Car for Winter

If you visit your local auto mechanic, they will most likely recommend that you winterize your car. Winterizing your car is an inexpensive way to protect yourself against break downs and expensive repairs later in the season. Following are some useful recommendations for winterizing your car:

Have the battery checked to ensure that it is working properly.

Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. This should be done every two years.

Make sure heaters, defrosters and windshield wipers are working.

Check the tire tread and tire pressure. If you live in an area prone to ice and snow, consider investing in winter tires that will better grip the road.

Rotate your tires and have the alignment checked. Proper alignment is necessary for gripping the road and keeping control on icy roads.

Change the oil and filter at your car manufacturer’s recommendations.

Have the brakes checked to be sure they are working properly.

Check the exhaust system for carbon monoxide leaks.

Be sure that the exterior and interior lights are working.

Always make sure that you have enough gas in your tank. Letting your tank get low during the winter can lead to poor engine performance.

Keep safety supplies in your car. Consider packing your car with tire chains, warm boots, a jacket, blanket, gloves, extra cash and non-perishable food.

Source: Jennifer L. Hunter, Extension Specialist for Family Financial Management, University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Kristyn Jackson, LMFT, Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Family Sciences

2016-17 - CULTURAL ARTS EXHIBIT CATEGORIES

Categories Subcategories 1. APPAREL………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Novelty

Basic Sewing Quilted Pieced Appliquéd Accessory

2. ART, 3-DIMENSIONAL…………………………...……………………………………………………………………...Carving Sculpture

3. ART, NATURAL……………………………………………………………………………………………………………... Wood Other

4. BASKETRY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…Plain Dyed Material

Novelty Miniature (under 4 inch) Cane

5. BEADING……………………………………………………………………………………….…..Non-jewelry Item/Wearable Knitting or Crochet with Beads

Bead-weaving Miscellaneous 6. CERAMICS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Hand-formed

Molded Pre-made 7. COUNTED CROSS STITCH …………………………………………………………………………………..14 Count & Under

16 - 22 Count Specialty Cloth (linens, etc.) 8. CROCHET……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...Yarn

Thread 9. DOLL/TOY MAKING…………………………………………………………………………………………...Porcelain/China

Cloth Handmade Toy other than Porcelain/China or Cloth

10. DRAWING………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Pastels Pen & Ink Pen & Ink with Oil Roughing

Pencil-Black Pencil-Color 11. EMBROIDERY………………………………………………………………………………………………….Basic Embroidery

Crewel Candle Wicking Smocking Ribbon

Machine Embroidery Swedish Tatting/Lace Making

Miscellaneous 12. FELTING*……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Wet Method

Needle Method 13. HOLIDAY DECORATIONS……………………………………………………………………………………………….Spring

Summer Autumn

Winter 14. JEWELRY………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Original Design

Beaded Mixed Media (wire, chain maille, mixed with beads) 15. KNITTING…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...Hand 16. NEEDLEPOINT …………………………………………………………………………………………………….Cloth Canvas

Plastic 17. PAINTING, ART ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Oil

Acrylic Water Color

18. PAINTING, CHINA 19. PAINTING, DECORATIVE…………………………………………………………………………………………...……Wood

Metal Other

20. PHOTOGRAPHY…………………………………………………………………………Black & White (mounted & framed) Color (mounted & framed)

21. PILLOWS** 22. QUILTS***……………………………………………………………………………….Machine Appliqué (machine quilted)

Hand Appliqué (hand quilted) Hand Pieced (hand quilted)

Machine Pieced (hand quilted) Machine Pieced (machine quilted)

Novelty (stenciled, embroidered, miniature, etc.) (hand quilted) Novelty (stenciled, embroidered, miniature, etc.) (machine quilted)

Baby or Lap (hand quilted) Technology Based (hand or machine quilted)

Miscellaneous (hand or machine quilted) 23. RECYCLED ART (Include a before and after picture)………………………………………………………………..Clothing

Household Other

24. RUG MAKING 25. SCRAPBOOKING****…………………………………………………………………………..…………..…Heritage Layout

Family Layout Miscellaneous Layout

Collage Layout 26. WALL or DOOR HANGING……………………………………………………………………………………………….Fabric

Other 27. WEAVING……………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..Loom

Hand (macramé, caning) 28. MISCELLANEOUS………………….(Items not included in other categories listed, otherwise they will be disqualified) * All felted items should be entered in the Felting category under one of the subcategories. Items that have been knitted or crocheted and wet felted should not be entered in Knitting or Crochet. ** The pillow category is for pillows made using techniques not included in other categories. Patchwork and quilted pil-lows are examples that may be entered in this category; however, needlepoint and embroidered pillows should be en-tered in their respective categories. ***Quilts must be completely done by the KEHA member exhibitor. This includes quilting. **** Scrapbooking entries are limited to 1 or 2 pages. If the entire scrapbook is sent, please designate pages to be judged.

Russell County Cultural Arts Contest

Entries may be dropped off at the Extension Office January 30 - February 3.

Judging will take place on Monday, February 6.

Those items receiving blue ribbons will advance to the area contest. Items not receiving blue ribbons may be picked up on Tuesday, February 7.

See our website - http://russell.ca.uky.edu

or your homemaker handbook for complete rules.

Garlic Pork

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 pounds boneless pork roast

1 tablespoon salt-free seasoning blend 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

6 cloves garlic, peeled 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped* 1 large onion, peeled and quartered

*You can substitute white potatoes in place of sweet potatoes.

1. In a large heavy skilled, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season meat on all sides with salt-free seasoning

blend and Worcestershire sauce. Brown pork for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove roast from skillet. Slit

the roast about 1-inch deep and 2-inches apart in three places on the top and insert a garlic clove in each slit.

2. Add 1/2 cup of chicken broth to skillet. Bring to a boil and loosen brown bits with a spoon. Add to slow cooker

with remaining chicken broth.

3. Layer potatoes, onion, and remaining three cloves of garlic in slow cooker. Place browned roast on top of vege-

tables.

4. Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours. Shred or slice pork and serve with vegetables.

5. Optional sauce: Remove roast and vegetables from slow cooker, leaving the broth. Turn the slow cooker on

high. In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup water. Add this mixture to slow cooker.

Remove lid and cook on high for 10 minutes, stirring a few times.

Yield: 6 servings Serving size: 1/6 of roast and potatoes

Cost per recipe: $9.99 Cost per serving: $1.67

Nutrition facts per serving: 350 calories; 15 g total fat; 4.5 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 90 mg cholesterol; 480 mg

sodium; 20 g carbohydrate; 3 g fiver; 6 g sugar; 33 g protein; 80% Daily Value of vitamin A; 25% Daily Value of vit-

amin C; 4% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron

Source: Rosie Allen, Area Nutrition Agent for Kentucky Nutrition Education Program, University of Kentucky

Cooperative Extension Service

Dates to Remember Thought for the Month: “Believe in yourself and you are halfway there.” Theodore Roosevelt Roll Call: What is your “New Year’s Resolution” and how do you plan on accomplishing it? January 1 - New Year’s Day January 2 - RC Extension Office closed for New Year’s January 16 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day - RC Extension Office closed January 19 - Lesson Leader training - 12:00 noon

Pam York

Russell County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent

This material was funded by the USDA’s SNAP-Ed program through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.