Cooperave Extension Service Russell County 2688 S. Hwy. 127 Russell Springs, KY 42642 (270) 866-4477 Fax: (270) 866-8645 extension.ca.uky.edu Announcements… Meal Kits...Are they worth it August 26, 2019 4:00 p.m. You MUST pre-register by August 19, 2019. Homemaker Council August 26, 2019 5:00 p.m. Officer Training Will immediately follow the council meeng. Membership Drive Invite a friend to your first homemaker club meeng of the year. Volunteer Service Units Don’t forget to fill out your VSU logs and keep track of those hours. To file a complaint of discriminaon, contact Tim West, UK College of Agriculture, 859-257-3879; Terry Allen or Pay Bender, UK Office of Instuonal Equity and Equal Opportunity, 859-257-8927; or the USDA, Director Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W Whien Bldg., 14 th & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 (202-720-5964). Beat the Heat Summerme is here, meaning more me spent working and playing outside. This leads to a higher risk for heat-related illnesses. There are several heat-related illness- es, including heatstroke (the most dangerous), heat exhauson, and heat cramps. The best way to prevent heat-related health risks are water, rest, and shade. Geng plenty of these three things will help you beat the heat! The best way to avoid a heat- related illness is to limit exposure outdoors during hot days and by cooling off in the air-condioning. According to the CDC, if you are outside during hot days you can also use these ps to avoid geng sick: Stay hydrated by drinking more liquid than you think you need. Avoid or limit drinks with caffeine and alcohol. Avoid spending me outdoors during the hoest part of the day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Take frequent breaks when working outdoors. Pace yourself when you run or otherwise exert yourself outside. Wear loose-fing, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Excessive exposure to heat can lead to heat cramps, heat exhauson, and heat- stroke. Be on the lookout for these signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses: Heatstroke: Heatstroke is a medical emergency. If an individual suddenly stops sweang and feels hot to the touch, becomes confused, faints or has seizures, call 911 immediately. Place the individual in a cool, shady area, loos- en and moisten clothing, and apply ice or a cold compress unl medics arrive. Heat exhauson: Signs of heat exhauson include cool, moist skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, weakness, and rapid pulse. Individuals should immedi- ately lie down in a cool area, drink lots of water and apply cold compresses or ice packs if available. If signs of heat exhauson do not stop or they get worse, the individual should go to the emergency room. Heat cramps: Sweang causes a loss of body salts and fluids, and can lead to heat cramps. An individual suffering from muscle spasms or pain because of the heat should move to a cool area, rest, and hydrate. References hps://ehs.princeton.edu/news/beat-the-heat-these-summer-safety-ps hps://www.nsc.org/home-safety/tools-resources/seasonal-safety/summer/heat hps://www.redcross.org/local/dakotas/about-us/news-and-events/news/ten-ps-for-staying-safe-in- the-summer-heat.html Source: Natalie Jones, Family Health Extension Specialist Homemaker Newsletter August 2019
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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…
Meal Kits...Are they worth it August 26, 2019
4:00 p.m. You MUST pre-register by
August 19, 2019.
Homemaker Council August 26, 2019
5:00 p.m.
Officer Training Will immediately follow the
council meeting.
Membership Drive Invite a friend to your first homemaker club meeting
of the year.
Volunteer Service Units Don’t forget to fill out your VSU logs and keep track of
those hours.
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
Summertime is here, meaning more time spent working and playing outside. This leads to a higher risk for heat-related illnesses. There are several heat-related illness-es, including heatstroke (the most dangerous), heat exhaustion, and heat cramps. The best way to prevent heat-related health risks are water, rest, and shade. Getting plenty of these three things will help you beat the heat! The best way to avoid a heat-related illness is to limit exposure outdoors during hot days and by cooling off in the air-conditioning. According to the CDC, if you are outside during hot days you can also use these tips to avoid getting sick: Stay hydrated by drinking more liquid than you think you need. Avoid or limit
drinks with caffeine and alcohol. Avoid spending time outdoors during the hottest part of the day, from 11 a.m. to
3 p.m. Take frequent breaks when working outdoors. Pace yourself when you run or otherwise exert yourself outside. Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Excessive exposure to heat can lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat-
stroke. Be on the lookout for these signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses: Heatstroke: Heatstroke is a medical emergency. If an individual suddenly
stops sweating and feels hot to the touch, becomes confused, faints or has seizures, call 911 immediately. Place the individual in a cool, shady area, loos-en and moisten clothing, and apply ice or a cold compress until medics arrive.
Heat exhaustion: Signs of heat exhaustion include cool, moist skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, weakness, and rapid pulse. Individuals should immedi-ately lie down in a cool area, drink lots of water and apply cold compresses or ice packs if available. If signs of heat exhaustion do not stop or they get worse, the individual should go to the emergency room.
Heat cramps: Sweating causes a loss of body salts and fluids, and can lead to heat cramps. An individual suffering from muscle spasms or pain because of the heat should move to a cool area, rest, and hydrate.
For details about the quilt categories, prizes, rules, block contest, and quilt submission dates, visit The Quilt Shoppe Facebook page, call 606-340-0015, or
August is Family Fun Month Family Fun Month is celebrated throughout the month of Au-gust. It is a great time to enjoy your family with extra fun and activities. Family fun does not need to be fancy or expensive, it’s simply a way that families can spend time together. Fami-lies can have fun anywhere, anytime. Here are some great ideas for Family Fun Month:
Order pizza and watch a movie in the backyard
Go camping
Take a vacation
Go out for ice cream or pizza together
Enjoy a backyard campfire
Build a backyard or indoor fort
Go on a family bike ride
Take a day trip to a zoo or aquarium
Go fishing together
Go hiking or walking together
Spend a day at the park
Put on a family talent show
Cook a meal together
Have a family karaoke night
Have a picnic
Work on a puzzle together
Go through photo albums together and share memories
Have a water balloon battle
Play Frisbee or catch
Lay out blankets and gaze at the stars together
Play miniature golf
Visit a local museum There are so many great options for family fun. Be creative and plan some great family times in August that might spill over to the rest of the year. It does not matter where you live or how much money you have. The most important thing is that you spend time together and have fun! Post on social media using #FamilyFunMonth to encourage others to join in. References: National Day Calendar (2017). August is Family Fun Month. Available at https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/family-fun-month-august/. Source: Kerri Ashurst, Senior Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development
We would like to know what classes you would be interested in attending. The list below is
classes that we have an instructor for. Please mark any classes that you would be interested in
attending. Most will require a fee to cover the cost of supplies.
We’ve also included blank lines. If you know of a person who would be willing to teach a
class that you would like for us to offer, please list the class and who could teach it.
2019 - 2020 Lessons September: Meal Kits: Are They Worth It? There is high demand for convenience in our society. As a result, meal-kit services have become increasingly popular. Participants in this program will learn the benefits and drawbacks of meal kits and determine whether they are an appropriate use of food dollars for their lifestyle. Program materials include a publication, facilitator’s guide, PowerPoint slides, activity tools, marketing materials, and evaluation tools. October: Addiction 101 Drug addiction is a devastating disease that affects individuals, families, and even entire communities. Despite the fact that much research has been conducted on addiction, it is not well understood by the general public. Frequently, family members and friends will want to know “Why don’t they just stop?” Addiction 101 provides basic instruction on what addiction is, what causes addiction, how people recover from addiction, and what families and friends can do to help. November: Beginning Back Yard Birding Learn to identify birds in your backyard. You will discover the calls and songs as well distinguish between the wide variety of our feathered friends. Participants will also make-n-take a simple bird seed feeder. December: Spice It Up! (Mail out) January: Getting Smart with your Phone (Mail out) February: Sweet Enough Without All That Sugar Sugar in its many forms has become a headliner in recent years. We know the overindulgence of foods high in calories and low in nutrition can lead to chronic health problems. Many of these foods are high in added sugar. This leads many to question what role
sugar plays in the diet. This program will aim to answer the questions of how much sugar we should consume, the differ-ences in nutritive and non-nutritive sugars, and how we can reduce sugar in our diet. Program materials include a pub-lication, facilitator’s guide, PowerPoint slides, activity tools, marketing materials, and evaluation tools. March: The Buzz About Honey Honey is one of our most ancient food sources, but what do you really know about it? The Buzz about Honey is de-signed to inform you about Kentucky honey production, its benefits, and ways to use honey in cooking. Additional ac-tivities might include a honey tasting, a honey recipe tasting, or a plant and seed swap for plants that attract pollina-tors. April: Planning Your Digital Estate When we think about estate planning, we most often think of planning for traditional assets like money, property, and more. In today’s digital world, we also need to have a plan for our digital information. This lesson will build an under-standing of the difference between a traditional estate plan and a digital estate plan, aid you in taking inventory of dig-ital assets and guide the development of a digital estate plan. Curriculum materials include publication, facilitator’s guide, PowerPoint slides, participant activities, marketing tools, and evaluation. May: Hosting a Smarter Potluck Learn how you can use behavioral economics concepts from Cornell University’s popular Smarter Lunchrooms Move-ment to revamp your Extension Homemaker or church potluck. Learn simple strategies to enable your guests to make choices that will not sabotage their healthy eating plans. Make your potluck truly welcoming to guests with diabetes, heart issues, and special dietary needs without eliminating a single one of your favorite dishes. Program materials in-clude a participant handout, facilitator’s guide, PowerPoint slides, and evaluation tools.
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Bake
Nonstick spray
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
3 bell peppers, sliced
1 medium red onion, sliced
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper; set aside.
3. Place chicken and vegetables in large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil; toss to evenly coat.
4. Lightly coat chicken slices, bell peppers and onion with spice mix. Spread onto baking sheet.
5. Roast in oven, tossing halfway, until vegetables are tender and chicken has cook through,
about 20-25 minutes.
Yield: 4 servings Serving size: 1 cup
Cost per recipe: $6.24 Cost per serving: $1.56
Nutrition facts per serving: 270 calories; 13g total fat; 2g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 85mg cholesterol;
380mg sodium; 11g carbohydrate; 2g fiber; 4g sugar; 0g added sugar; 27g protein; 0% Daily Value of
vitamin D; 2% Daily Value of calcium; 6% Daily Value of iron; 15% Daily Value of potassium.
Source: Katie Shoultz, NEP Marketing and Media Specialist, University of Kentucky Cooperative
Extension Service
Roll Call: What is your favorite memory of your first day of school?
Thought/Quote of the Month: Teacher’s note to parents: “I promise not to believe
everything Johnny tells me about home if you promise to not believe everything he tells you about school.” Anonymous
This material was funded by the USDA’s SNAP-Ed program through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
