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Halloween Costume DIY
What to do with Leftover Candy
Teal Pumpkin Project
Places that Scare
Pumpkin & Apple Time
Immunity Build-up
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It is by far my favorite season, so I often find myself in a better mood! In this issue, we are bringing you all things Halloween! Check out costume ideas, leftover candy ideas, and even haunted houses! Be sure to try some of the tasty fall recipes as well as some tips to build your families immunity to help prevent fall illnesses. It’s a spooky and fun filled issue, and I hope you love it. See you next month!
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Halloween doesn’t have to be a budget breaker for you and your family. Costumes can get expensive, and it can be hard to shell out those big bucks for a costume that will only be worn once or twice. Thankfully, there are so many costume options that are already in your closet or at the local thrift store waiting for you to DIY. Give a few of these ideas a try this Halloween. Your wallet will thank you. Men in Black If you have a black suit just collecting dust in your wardrobe, pull it out and add a pair of black sunglasses. Put on your best tough guy face and suit up to hunt down some aliens as a member of the “Men in Black” squad. Smarty Pants Everyone loves a good pun on Halloween. Grab a pair of old jeans, smarties candy, and a hot glue gun. Glue the candy onto the jeans and finish the look with your favorite nerdy top. You will officially be a “Smarty Pants” Ceiling Fan Break out your crafting tools and create a sign that says, “Ceiling is #1”. You can add to the look with a pompom or foam finger. You will officially be a “ceiling fan”. This funny costume is super easy and cheap to create. Pageant Queen Thrift stores are usually overrun with cheap formal gowns. Pick out your favorite one, create a quick sash that reads “Miss Universe 2019” and you’re done. You will be strutting your stuff all Halloween night. Morton Salt Girl If you have a yellow dress and an umbrella, the Morton Salt Girl costume is already complete. Prance around town carrying your container of salt and umbrella. This super simple costume is sure to be a hit. Picture Perfect Grab an old picture frame and pop out the glass and photo. Go into your closet and put on your favorite outfit. Make sure to do your hair really nice too! When someone ask what you are, you will be able to reply, “Picture Perfect!” 5
“Family Halloween costume ideas are a fun way to bring out the creativity and excitement of the season! There is nothing more exciting than seeing the families walk down the block. Many family Halloween costumes are easy enough to DIY at home, or can easily be purchased through retailers like Amazon, etsy or mass chains like Party City. I searched around Pinterest and Google for some ideas! Hope these spur creativity as you plan out this year’s family Halloween costume! Looney Tunes Family What’s up doc? Meep Meep! Looney Tunes has some great characters that many of us enjoyed on Saturday morning cartoons growing up. How fun to dress up as different characters from this classic show.
Mr. Potato Head These are the cutest potatoes I’ve ever seen. Making a Mr. Potato Head Family is a great DIY and affordable costume.
Star Wars Family Star Wars is the costume of choice for my family – as of right now – for this year. I love how simple the BB8 costume is – she made it with one of those Chinese lantern decorations. Thumbs up for this Star Wars family costume idea.
The Three Little Pigs The story time classic, The Three Little Pigs, makes a great family Halloween costume idea! Look at how cute this family looked! I bet the dad had a blast huffing and puffing!”
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What to do with leftover Halloween Candy Once Halloween has come and gone, you may find yourself with an abundance of leftover candy. After the first few days of raiding the stash daily, you may just want the bucket of treats off of your countertop. Instead of trashing the goodies, find another use for them. There are so many options for you to try out this Halloween that your candy will be used up in no time. Freeze It Chop up your favorite chocolate candies and toss them in the freezer. The tiny frozen bits are great for ice cream toppings and baking with. They will also amp up any milkshake as well. Have you ever tried a frozen peanut butter cup? Amazing.
Ship It Off Here at Fort Campbell, soldiers are constantly being sent overseas for deployments. These brave men and women would love a big box of candy to munch on during their down time. If you do not personally know a deployed soldier, check out: Operationshoebox.com. This organization is always taking candy donations for our heroes.
Grandparents love candy too, so why not ship them some? Due to distance, many military grandparents never get to participate in trick or treating with their grandchildren. Help them feel involved by sending them some of the tasty treats. It is sure to put a smile on their face.
Make an Advent Calendar Advent Calendars are holiday staples for many families, so why not make your own? Pick out 30 treats and stick them into your DIY calendar. It is a great way to repurpose the candy and use it for another fun tradition.
Use It in Trail Mix Turn the unhealthy treats into a healthier snack option for your family. Go through and grab a few packs of M&M’s and mix them with some nuts, raisins, and pretzels. Trail mix has a great shelf life and will be an easy go-to snack.
For some kids, trick or treating can be a difficult task. Going door to door on the hunt for candy isn’t something every child can participate in. Why? This is due to harmful food allergies. Food allergies are very common in young children, with chocolate, dyes, and nuts being the main ones. Popular Halloween candies typically check one of those 3 boxes, and it is not safe for the children to encounter it. That is why The Teal Pumpkin Project was born. The Teal Pumpkin Project is dedicated to providing children with food allergies alternative treats when trick or treating. To participate, place a teal-colored pumpkin on your front porch to show trick or treaters that you are offering non-food related treats to children. You can also register your house online so that you can be added to the Teal Project Map to make locating participating houses easier for families. There are so many great and affordable non-food treats to purchase for these special trick or treaters. Some great ideas include glow sticks, bracelets, necklaces, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, bubbles, Halloween erasers or pencil toppers, mini slinkies, whistles, kazoos, or noisemakers, bouncy balls, spider rings, vampire fangs, playing cards, bookmarks, stickers, stencils, and more. Always remember to keep your non-food related treats in a separate bowl from your candy to eliminate any cross-contamination risk. Be prepared to become the talk of the block with your amazing prizes. Most kids adore receiving toys instead of candy after a long night of trick or treating. Your participation in the Teal Pumpkin Project can truly change a child’s entire night. The feeling of inclusiveness and pure joy is something that won’t forget. Spread the word and get your friends involved in this amazing project. The more teal pumpkins that line the streets, the better.
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Clarksville Zombie Hunters This haunted attraction is a crowd favorite in the Clarksville area. Guests can experience five different attractions including a zombie paintball hayride, a dark maze, a zombie mission, a shooting gallery, and a free outdoor movie. The scares will be offered every Friday and Saturday until November 2nd. clarksvillezombiehunters.com 3975 Marthas Chapel Rd, Cunningham Nightmares End Haunted Houses Not too far from Fort Campbell, you won’t have to travel a great distance to get a good scare. This attraction is praised for its friendly ownership and great haunt. It offers its scares at a great price. facebook.com/nightmaresendhauntedhouse 1595 Billy Goat Hill Rd, Hopkinsville
Haunted Hell Nashville Haunted Hell Nashville dares guests to face their fears head on in the rotting ruins and grueling landscapes only seen in nightmares. This haunted house offers large scale scenes, that are packed full of audio, special effects, and crazy detail. This attraction offers a 22,000 square foot stage and has 35 actors. slashvillehaunts.com/haunted-hell-nashville
Devil’s Dungeon If you’re looking for Nashville’s scariest haunted house, you may have found it. This attraction is located in downtown Nashville and is said to be one of the most frightening and intense haunted houses you will experience. It comes complete with 20,000 square feet of haunted house to explore. These horrifying scenes are what nightmares are made of.
3930 Apache Trail, Antioch
slashvillehaunts.com/devils-dungeon 510 Davidson St, Nashville Nashville Nightmare Haunted Houses This haunted house is adored by its fans for the multiple award-winning attractions that it offers. They are offering an exorcism haunt, a twisted tales’ fright, phantoms reincarnations, and many more. The 50,000 square foot attraction will keep you frightened all night long. You can buy your tickets online and fast pass the lines. nashvillenightmare.com
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Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes Honeysuckle Hill Farm 1765 Martin Chapel Church Road, Springfield, TN Sept. 21 - Nov. 2: Sat 10 am - 9 pm and Sun noon - 7 pm, honeysucklehillfarm.com • 615-382-7593
Boyd’s Pumpkin Patch 1425 Hwy 76, Clarksville, TN Open 7 days a week from 9 am - 6 pm through October • Pumpkins sell for $.25/lb, Corn maze is $4 PumpkinPatch.com
Christian Way Farm Christian Way Farm and Mini Golf • 19590 Linville Rd., Hopkinsville Open Mon - Fri 10 am until dark • Farm admission is $7, pumpkins sell from $2 to $7 each christianwayfarm.com • 270-269-2434
Giles Farm 1425 Darnell Rd, Herndon, KY Open every Sat and Sun from Oct 5 - 27 from 10 am - 5 pm Sat • 1 - 9pm Sun gilesfarms.com • 270-883-2627
A-Maize-ing Farms 715 E Broadway, Mayfield, KY Tue - Fri noon - 8 pm, Sat 10 am - 9 pm and Sun 1 pm - 6 pm $12/person, children under 2 free admission • funcornmaze.com • 270-804-2198
Gentry’s Farm 1974 New Highway 96 West, Franklin TN Open Sept 28 - Oct 27 , Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun 1pm - 5pm, Mon 9am - noon $8/person (2 free admissions with Active Duty Military ID) gentryfarm.com/fall • 615-794-4368
Walden Farm 8653 Rocky Fork Rd, Smyrna TN Open Sept 21 - Oct 31, Mon - Fri 3 - 6:30pm (closed Wed) Sat 9am - 6:30pm, Sun Noon - 4pm waldenfarm.biz • 615-220-2918
Lucky Ladd Farms 4374 Rocky Glade Rd, Eagleville TN Open Sept 18 - Nov 1, Hours vary check website for info Admission Military Discounts: Adults & Teens $12.99 Children (2-12) $10.99 (must present valid military ID) • luckyladdfarms.com • 615-220-2918
Shuckles Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch 7526 Swift Rd, Greenbriar TN Open Sept 28 - Nov 2, Fri 6pm - 9pm, Sat 10am - 9pm, Sun Noon - 8pm Admission: Military Discount $11.85 with valid ID shucklescornmaze.com •615-669-6293
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Pumpkin Patch 2526 Whitfield Rd, Clarksville TN Open Oct 10 - 31, Mon - Sat 11am - dusk, Sun 12pm - dusk beautifulsaviorlutheranclarksville.com •931-905-1400
The Halloween season brings back some great memories for everyone, young and old. There are feelings and flashbacks that come with the holiday that many of us will never forget. We reached out to a few local military spouses and asked them to share a few of their favorite Halloween memories. Here is what they had to say. “As a kid, my family never had a lot of money. We always had to get creative and DIY our own costumes out of stuff we found at the dollar store or from around the house. It was always so much fun for me. I loved cutting stuff up and getting creative.” Bailey from Kentucky “My Grandma always went all out on Halloween. She would make her Grandkids these special Halloween buckets filled with goodies and treats. We would have to go home and dump the candy she gave us before we could go out trick or treating. I miss her so much. Especially during Halloween.” Candice from North Carolina “My school growing up allowed us to come to school in our costumes. My friends and I always got matching or coordinating costumes, and it made us feel so special. Everyone would always be so impressed with our ideas. My favorite year was when we went as the PowerPuff girls. It was 4 of us, so I volunteered to be the Professor.” Maddy from Florida “There was always this neighborhood that had huge houses. It was the “rich” area in town. Every family would always go by there first because they gave out full sized candy bars. It always felt like we hit the jackpot.” Sydney from California “My parents were health nuts, so they always paid us for our candy. We got $20 for each Walmart bag we collected. One year my two brothers and I all combined our candy and got a PlayStation. You should have seen the look on my parents faces when we all came in with like 3 bags a piece. We were determined that year.” Carson from Texas “I have a bad memory if that counts. I dressed up as a bat. I was wearing black head to toe. I was around 7 years old, and my 13-year-old sister was supposed to be watching me. She started talking to some friends and I got impatient. I darted out in front of a car trying to cross the road. Obviously, I’m fine. Just a few bumps and bruises. Make sure your kids wear something reflective this year everyone.” Zoe from Oregon “We had an old man that lived down the street from me that would give out cans of soda and potato chips. I loved stopping by his house every year. I always find myself wondering if he’s still around.” Yolanda from Colorado
The Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club would like to invite local military spouses to join them for their Mock Dining In. The Mock Dining In, also known as MDI is a twist on the traditional Dining In. It is a night for spouses to get together and enjoy each other’s company while promoting the spirit of fellowship that service members achieve. This year, our Mock Dining In theme is “Traveling Through the Times” and each group has been given a time period. The event will be held on October 18 at the James E. Bruce Convention Center from 6:30pm to 12pm. Mock Dining In tickets are already on sale. To purchase your ticket, please visit fortcampbellspousesclub.org/mock-dining-in. Tickets are limited for each unit. Spouses do not need to be a member of FCSC to attend, so gather a few friends and come join in on the fun. Guests can expect a twist on the traditional ceremony, a formal dinner, lip sync battles, a talent show, an awards ceremony and a wonderful night out with fellow military spouses. For any questions or concerns, contact the FCSC at: facebook.com/fortcampbellspousesclub.
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Nashville Shrine Circus Municipal Auditorium, Nashville nashvilleshrinecircus.com The Al Menah Circus originated in 1944 from a desire to furnish the Nobility and their families, community, and underprivileged children of Middle Tennessee with an opportunity for good, fun entertainment. This fun filled circus has all of the performers (both human and animal) that you would expect to see. A great experience for the whole family.
Fall Fest @ The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Ln, Nashville fallfestatthehermitage.com 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun
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Fall Fest at The Hermitage is a spectacular weekend of art, music, and history at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage: Home Artisan Festival & Songwriters Showcase of the People’s President. The festival is free to attend. Adams Breezy Hill Farm, Princeton KY • 12-5pm 43rd Annual Ham wineontherivernashville.com Festival Artists will set up onsite selling their wares from West Cadiz Park, Cadiz KY Noon - 5pm. There will be free hayrides provided hamfestival.com by Adams Breezy Hill Farms The 43rd Annual Ham from Noon - 5pm. There will Festival is the place to be, be live music in the outdoor whether you are taking gazebo. This is a free family the kids to ride the friendly event. Bring some carnival rides, exploring lawn chairs and/or blankets and come relax all afternoon at all of the vendor booths this beautiful venue.. on the streets, filling up Coal Creek Orchard Apple Festival with the best food around, Coal Creek Orchard, Hopkinsville or topping off the night facebook.com/Coal-Creek-Orchardwith some amazing live 1534255273549242 music, there is something There will be apple bobbing, face for everyone! The headliner this year is Darryl Worley, painting, hair spraying. A bounce performing at 6:30pm on Saturday night. house. Laser Invaders, beauty This is a weekend you won't want to miss. pageant, and pie baking contest. Fall Tennessee Craft Fair BBQ, many delicious baked goods. Centennial Park, Nashville cider and apple cider slushies! tennesseecraft.org • 10am-6pm Fri & Sat, 10am-5pm Sun American handmade craft is Celebrate Nashville featured at this premier Centennial Park - Nashville event on the lawn in 10am-6pm Centennial Park. Shop celebratenashville.org one-of-a-kind, finely crafted Celebrate Nashville Cultural artwork directly from the Festival is a free festival that juried, award-winning provides an opportunity for intercultural dialogue and artists. Meet the artists, features a variety of dance and musical performances on learn what inspires them different stages, food vendors offering authentic and exotic and how they take raw tastes from around the world, hands-on children’s activimaterials and transform them into fine craft. Enjoy fun ties, an area just for teens, a marketplace, and much more! hands-on activities in our Kids’ Tent, food from area 19 vendors and demonstrations from artisans.
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Louisiana Saturday Night Festival & Gumbo Cookoff Downtown Commons, Clarksville facebook.com/events/downtown-commons 10am-7:30pm Louisiana Saturday Night Festival has expanded and now includes the first Gumbo Cook-Off at Downtown Commons. Come early for family activities from 10am to 2pm while the teams prepare their gumbos. Bring your dancing shoes, and tastebuds to enjoy. Roux du Bayou will be performing a great mix of zydeco, cajun, creole and some favorite oldies to keep you moving during the public tasting. From 4 to 6:30p you’re invited to try all the gumbos.
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Arbor Day Festival DeBow Park, Hopkinsville - 9am-1pm visithopkinsville.com › event › arbor-dayfestival-2 Join the City of Hopkinsville as they celebrate Arbor Day in DeBow Park with food, music, children's activities, information sessions, vendors, giveaways, and more.
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Spartan Race Fort Campbell Cassidy CACTF Fort Campbell spartan.com/en/race/detail/4715/overview The Spartan Super offers the ideal blend between distance and speed. Offering racers a true athletic test. If you consider yourself a more seasoned athlete determined to push beyond excuses, you just might have the mettle for a Spartan Super. Serving up 25 obstacles and 8 mi / 13 km of rugged terrain, the Spartan Super spares no one. Developed as the second race in the Spartan Trifecta, the Super is where you prove to yourself you’ve got everything it takes to face the Beast.
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Clarksville Vintage Fair Beachaven Winery, Clarksville • 11am-5pm clarksvillevintagefair.com Come out to spend a day with friends and family. Beachaven Winery offers the perfect location to sample local wines, listen to live music, and shop from handmade artisans in an intimate venue. Explore booths offering everything from antiques, furniture, handmade goods and more! Wine tastings, local food, and a relaxed atmosphere make this the perfect Saturday. Sumner County Wine & Brew Festival 550 Johnny Cash Pkwy, Hendersonville, TN • sumnercountywinefestival.com • 6pm This exciting upscale festival will be at the Bluegrass Yacht and Country Club. The festival features a superb selection of fine wines, beer from local breweries, tastings from restaurants as well as great live entertainment.
APSU Football Oct 12 - SEMO • 2pm
Tennessee Titans Oct 6 - Buffalo Bills • 12pm Oct 20 - San Diego Chargers • 3pm Oct 27 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers • 12pm
Roxy Regional Theatre Assassins • Oct 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 From John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald, our nation’s most notorious assassins gather on stage to pursue a twisted American Dream. This Tony Award-winning musical has a signature blend of intelligent lyricism and stunning music with a panoramic story of our nation’s celebrity culture and the violent ambition to obtain it. Rocky Horror Show • Oct 25, 26, 31 - Nov 1, 2 A wholesome, well-behaved, utterly normal young couple in love set out to visit an old professor. When a thunderstorm and a flat tire lead them to the castle of Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter, a scientist with a manic genius. A loving homage to the cult-classic, sci-fi film and horror genres with an irresistible rock ‘n’ roll score, this is a hilarious, wild ride that Clarksville will not soon forget! Mature content, best for adults.
The fall season is a great time for food lovers all around the globe. Staple ingredients such as pumpkin and apples seem to warm the soul a little more once the chill fills the air. This month we are bringing you some delicious fall inspired recipes for you to try out this season.
Pumpkin-Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Pumpkin Spice Frosting by Joyce Ann Acosta Dough 1 ⁄4 cup warm water • 2 1⁄4 tsp active dry yeast • 1⁄3 cup warm milk 1 large egg, beaten • 3⁄4 cup pumpkin puree • 1 tbsp melted butter 3 1⁄4 cup all purpose flour • 1⁄2 cup brown sugar • 1 tsp salt 3 ⁄4 tsp cinnamon Filling 2 cups chopped apples (granny smith or honey crisp) 8 tbsp softened butter • 1 cup brown sugar • 1 tsp cinnamon 1 ⁄4 tsp all spice • 1⁄4 tsp nutmeg Frosting 2 cups powdered sugar • 2 tbsp softened butter • 1 tsp vanilla 1 tbsp milk • 1 tsp pumpkin spice powder 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 21
In a small bowl, stir together yeast and warm water. Let it rest for 10 minutes or until it becomes foamy. Using the whisk attachment of your stand mixer, combine milk, egg, pumpkin and butter. Switch to paddle attachment and add in 1 1⁄4 cup flour, brown sugar, salt and spices. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Slowly add more flour until the dough forms into a smooth ball. Grease a large bowl and place the dough into the greased bowl. Make sure the dough is coated with oil. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled. Prepare the filling. Combine the spices and sugar in a medium bowl. Roll out the risen dough forming a rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly then sprinkle sugar mixture and chopped apples on top. Roll the dough into a log. Cut into even pieces, about 1.5 inches each. Preheat oven to 375 F. Place slices in two 8 inch round cake pans. Cover for 45 minutes and let rise until doubled. Bake for 30 minutes. While the rolls are baking, mix the powdered sugar, pumpkin spice powder, butter and vanilla together in a bowl. Add the milk. Stir until you get a nice thick glaze. Frost warm rolls and serve immediately.
Gluten Free Spiced Caramel Apple Cheesecake By Deb Bruin Crust 10 gluten free graham crackers, finely ground • 3 – 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted • A pinch sea salt • 2 teaspoons brown sugar Cheesecake Batter 16 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese, room temperature 2 large eggs, room temperature • 23⁄ cup white sugar 1 2⁄ cup sour cream, room temperature • 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 pinches sea salt Topping For the topping, I peeled and chopped 4 Fuji apples, tossed them with 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of white sugar, 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon, and 1.5 teaspoons of cornstarch. Toss them in a pan with 2 tablespoons of butter and cook until soft and thickened. Add caramel sauce when finish and let cool before topping the set cheesecake. Place cream cheese, eggs, sour cream on counter-top to reach room temperature. Finely ground the graham crackers in a food processor. In a small mixing bowl, mix finely ground graham crackers, sea salt, brown sugar together with a fork. Mix in unsalted butter until the mixture sticks together. Line the side & bottom of the cheesecake pan with parchment paper for smoother sides & easier release. Gently press down the crumbs with a flat measuring cup to form an even layer. You can also use a spoon for the edges. Place the crust in a 325°F oven for 15 minutes. Mix cornstarch, sea salt, and white sugar together in a small mixing bowl. In a medium mixing bowl, briefly break up the cream cheese by beating it for 10 seconds with a hand mixer using low speed. Add in half the sugar mixture and beat until just incorporated using low speed. Scrape down the sides and the hand mixer with a silicone spatula every time a new ingredient is added. Add remaining sugar mixture and beat until just incorporated using low speed. Add sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until just incorporated using low speed. Blend in the two eggs using low speed, one at a time. Mix until just incorporated. Try not to overmix on this step. Pour cream cheese batter into the cheesecake pan. Pour cold water in Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Place cheesecake pan on top of a steamer rack (so, it’s not touching the water) with a foil sling. Close the lid. Pressure Cooking Time: High Pressure for 26 minutes, then Full Natural Release (takes roughly 7 minutes) Allow to cool before removing it from spring pan. Allow to chill in the fridge for 4-6 hours. Add apple topping and serve. Homemade Apple Cider By Callie Bryan 10 apples, quartered • 3/4 cup white sugar • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon ground allspice Place apples in a large pot and add enough water to submerge the apples by a few inches. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Bring to a boil. Boil the mixture uncovered for about 1 hour. Then, cover your pot with a lid and reduce heat. Simmer for 2 hours. Strain apple mixture though a fine mesh sieve. Throw away any chunks. Drain cider again though a cheesecloth lined sieve. Refrigerate until cold.
Pumpkin Curry Soup by Joyce Ann Acosta 1 tbsp minced garlic • 1⁄4 cup chopped yellow onion • 2 lbs pumpkin • 2 cups vegetable stock • 1 cup coconut milk • 2 tbsp red or green curry paste • 1 tsp salt • 1⁄2 tsp ground black pepper • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp ground ginger 1. Place peeled pumpkin, onion, garlic, broth, coconut milk, red curry paste, cumin and ginger in a large pot. 2. Boil rapidly for 15 minutes or until pumpkin is tender. 3. Transfer into a blender. Blend until smooth. 4. Add salt and pepper. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds, chopped parsley, and more coconut milk on top if desired
Black Licorice Delight 4 parts Pernod® licorice liqueur 3 parts blackcurrant cordial 8 – 10 parts water black food coloring or icing coloring 1 cup sugar Fill a pitcher with water, and add black food coloring in small increments until water reaches desired blackness. Pour black water into ice tray and allow to freeze completely.While ice is freezing, pour 1 cup sugar into a bowl. Add 1⁄4 tsp. black food coloring to the sugar and use a fork to mash until fully incorporated. Dip the rims of your glasses into water, and then into the black sugar. Don’t put too much water on the rims, as it’ll cause the sugar to drip. Add 1 or 2 cubes of black ice to each glass. In a separate pitcher combine the Pernod, blackcurrant cordial and water, and pour over ice cubes.
Smoking Blackberry Sage Margarita 2 oz 100% agave silver tequila 1 oz lemon juice 8 medium blackberries 5 leaves fresh sage 1 teaspoon maple syrup 1 dash orange bitters Garnish (optional): Dried sage leaves Blackberries Muddle the blackberries and sage together in a cocktail shaker until broken down and fragrant. Pour in the tequila, lemon juice, bitters, and maple syrup. Give it a good shake and pour over ice. Light the tip of the dried sage on fire right before serving.
Drink recipes and photos courtesy of mixthatdrink.com
The Dark Lord 1 ounce vodka 1 ounce blackberry schnapps 1/2 ounce cranberry juice Shake all the ingredients together in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
Red Death 1 ounce Southern Comfort 1 ounce vodka 1/2 ounce sloe gin 1/2 ounce triple sec 1/2 ounce blackberry brandy 2 ounce orange juice 1 ounce pineapple juice Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Pour in all ingredients and shake until chilled. Fill a highball glass with ice and strain the mixture into it.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. People all over the globe dedicate the month of October to raising money as well as awareness to this disease. Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant cancer cells form in the tissues of the breast, and it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Every year, over 252,710 women in the United States are diagnosed with breast cancer. More than 40,500 will lose their life during their breast cancer battle. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, every 2 minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer and 1 woman will die of breast cancer every 13 minutes. Did you know that when detected early, the 5-year relative survival rate is 100%? To ensure early detection, perform monthly breast self-exams and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms. Over 3.3 million breast cancer survivors are alive in the United States today, and many of them are dedicated to helping spread awareness to this life-changing illness. If you would like to get involved in the cause, there are many events going on in the area. 2019 Komen Greater Nashville MORE THAN PINK Walk™ Saturday, October 26, 2019 Race Village opens 7am, opening ceremonies begins 8:15am, and the walk begins 9am. The event is located at Maryland Farms, 5101 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN. For more information and to register for this event, go to komencentraltennessee.org Making Strides of Nashville Saturday, November 02, 2019 Check in will begin at 6am, and the walk begins at 8am. The fundraiser will take place at Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way Nashville. To register or donate for this event, go to: Cancer.org/involved/fundraise/making-strides-against-breast-cancer.html
October is the official month of Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest is the world's largest beer festival and travelling funfair held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Even though 6 million people attend the extravaganza, towns all over the world get in on the action by hosting their own Oktoberfest festivals. Lucky for us, there are so many different festivals to choose from, you will be able to keep the celebration going all month long. The Nashville Oktoberfest Nashville Tradition Since 1980, the 40th annual Nashville Oktoberfest spans over 10 city blocks. Admission is free to attend. This Oktoberfest has something for everyone. It will feature delicious German foods, world-class beer from local breweries, tons of events, Arts & Crafts vendors, stages of live German music, the Dachshund Derby, an enormous parade through downtown, and the 2nd largest 5K Race & Run in Tennessee – plus so much more. The event will take place on October 10-13. thenashvilleoktoberfest.com
Clarksville Oktoberfest This popular Clarksville event is back and ready to fill your day with some family fun. It will feature a kids zone, brat eating contest, wiener dog races, carnival rides, inflatables, a stein competition, and so much more. There will also be a traditional Bavarian Bier Garden with a variety of fall and German brews. This event will be at Downtown Commons on Saturday, October 5 from 12pm-10pm. The cost of entry is $5 for everyone 10 years or older. visitclarksvilletn.com/events/2019/10/05/festivals/bwc-oktoberfest
Fort Campbell Oktoberfest This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, October 5, at Destiny Parks and Pavilions located at 6645 101st Airborne Division Rd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky from 4pm to 9pm. Dust off your lederhosen and get ready for some great fun. There will be a costume contest to spotlight the amazing attire. The festival is open to everyone, young and old. There will some amazing games, polka music, and live music from some local Nashville performers. There will be adult beverages available for purchase for guest that are 21 years and older. Fort Campbell’s Oktoberfest will come complete with Volksmarch that will take place at 4pm and some great food as well. Fort Campbell MWR - 270-798-7535 • campbell.armymwr.com.
Eagle Toy Run On Saturday, November 9, the USO will partner once again with Appleton Harley Davidson and Old Glory Distillery to host the annual Eagle Toy Run. While the USO receives donations from several sources in support of the annual Great Gift Giveaway, the Eagle Toy Run is the primary source. The USO’s Great Gift Giveaway, typically held on the second Wednesday of December, provides an opportunity for military families to supplement their holiday gift giving. Typically, and depending on donations, families receive a movie for the family, a book and a toy/gift for each child, stocking stuffer items, and even wrapping paper (donated by Austin Peay State University). The 2019 Eagle Toy Run will begin at Old Glory Distillery at 1pm and will end about thirty minutes later at Appleton Harley Davidson. After the ride, guests can listen to live music, enjoy a bite to eat, and enjoy the atmosphere. The registration to join the ride is either $25 or a new toy. While it doesn’t happen often, some people bring both $25 and a new toy; these guests typically receive an extra thank you gift! Cash raised at the event is a donation to the USO mission to strengthen America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country throughout their service to the nation. Military families waiting to learn more about this year’s Great Gift Giveaway and Holiday Extravaganza can find the information in next month’s magazine. And of course, the USO Fort Campbell’s facebook page facebook.com/usofortcampbell is a great source of information! All USO events are for our Active Duty/Guard/Reserve Service members and their families and are offered FREE of charge. The USO says the events are their way of saying thank you to them for their service. 30
Dealing with Deployment by Alex Zapetis It finally happened. My husband has returned from his 9-month deployment. It has been an amazing experience getting to document this entire journey and share it with you. I appreciate everyone that reached out to me during this process. It was always mind-blowing to know that there were people out there that were keeping up with me and my little family. The homecoming ceremony was truly one of the most memorable days of my life. I know I will not be forgetting it anytime soon. Seeing my two boys get so ecstatic at the sight of the plane land melted my heart. Witnessing my husband wave at me from across the airfield was a feeling I can not explain. I waited 9 long months for him to be near me again, and it was finally happening. When I was waiting in the hanger for my husband to be released for family time, my stomach was doing flips. It felt like our wedding day all over again. I knew that the kiss that was coming would never be forgotten, and boy was I right. It was a magical kiss, and completely worth the wait. The first thing my husband did when he finally reached us was one of the sweetest things I ever witnessed. He grabbed up our two boys in his arms and began to cry. He doesn’t cry often, so when I saw that, I lost it. The love he has for our two boys makes me fall deeper and deeper in love with him. He is such a great Father and getting to see it firsthand again makes me so incredibly happy. After we got home, my boys took up with my husband right away again. It was as if he never left. Considering I was a little nervous about how they would react to him being back, seeing them take right back up with him was a huge relief.
This deployment is over, thank goodness! I am going to soak in every moment that we have together because this time apart made me realize how much my life would suck without him. He is my best friend and soulmate. But it also taught me a lot about myself. I learned I am dedicated, strong, and independent. The deployment was extremely challenging, but we made it and our relationship is stronger than ever. If you have a deployment coming up, just know that that welcome home kiss is one of the most amazing moments that you will never forget. Get ready to enjoy it!
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When the weather cools down and school is back in full swing, the germs come out to play. The never-ending cycle of colds, fevers, and stomach bugs can get exhausting for both parents and children. Any parent knows that once one child gets sick, the entire family gets sick. Thankfully there are ways to build up your family’s immune systems so that this Fall can be spent out in pumpkin patches, and not in doctor’s offices. Supplements There are many different supplements now on the market that focus on building your immune system up. A few great ingredients to search for when buying your supplements are Andrographis, Astragalus, and Echinacea. They are all-natural ingredients that will help support healthy immune function and physical wellness.
Elderberry Have you heard of Elderberry? With its recent popularity, chances are you have. Elderberry is a plant that has been praised for its flu-fighting and immune system boosting abilities. It can be found in multiple forms such as daily vitamins and syrups. Popular brands such as Zarbees are now creating Elderberry vitamins for children as well.
Proper Diet The colder months are a great time for your entire family to start eating a well balanced and nourishing diet. It is said that having various micronutrient deficiencies, such as lacking enough Vitamin A, C, E, Iron, etc can alter your immune system’s responses. Make sure that you and your children are getting plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and are also meeting all the daily requirements to ensure you both have help fighting off those colds.
Get Plenty of Exercise It is very easy to want to stay inside and all bundled up once the temperature starts to drop, but did you know that daily exercise can help build up your immune system? Exercise promotes good circulation, which then allows your cells and substances that make up your immune system to easily move throughout your body. This allows them to do their job more efficiently.
Wash Your Hands Washing your hands regularly is a super easy and effective way of keeping you and your family healthy. A little warm water, soap, and 20-second scrub can do miracles for your health. Viruses are mostly spread by our hands. When a sick person touches their eyes or nose and then touches a surface, that entire surface becomes infected. It is recommended that you wash your hands at least 11 times a day.
Wipe Off Surfaces During the germy winter months, it is always a smart idea to carry around sanitizing wipes with you at all times. When you and your family go out grocery shopping, out to eat, and to a playground, take a few seconds to wipe off the surfaces. Cart handles, highchairs, and swing sets are loaded with germs just waiting to attack. Unfortunately, it is impossible to avoid all the nasty germs out there. Sickness and viruses are just a part of life. But, staying prepared and helping your body stay healthy in any way that you can may cut back on some of those dreaded sick days this upcoming season.
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Women Rock the Forts tour is coming to Fort Campbell on November 9th, and you aren’t going to want to miss it. Come on out and enjoy award-winning, country music artists Maddie & Tae, who have been touring military installations with the goal of delivering a unique musical experience to their fans . This awesome tour is to honor the military and their families. You aren’t going to want to bypass this intimate, live, and indoor, experience featuring this iconic duo and their special guests Ruthie Collins & Natalie Stovall, and Lakin. The performances will be held at Cole Park Commons at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased at Cole Park Commons, Gear to Go and Leisure Travel Services. Concessions will also be available for purchase. For more information on this event, please call 270-798-7535 or visit campbell.armymwr.com The Clarksville Association for Down Syndrome is excited to bring to the community the 8th Annual Community C.A.R.E.S. (Community Advocating Resources for Every Special citizen), Walk and Expo. The Clarksville Association for Down Syndrome and City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation have partnered together again for this spectacular event. Last year’s event was a huge success with over 60 vendors participating in the expo and over 1,000 walkers walking to make a difference. This community event is for C.A.D.S special citizens and their families to aid in bringing awareness and resources to them. The Community CARES event and C.A.D.S organization receive no government funds. The objective of Community CARES is to provide awareness to the organization’s special citizens and the community about health, wellness, safety, education and much more. One element of the event will be a pledge walk around the pond at Liberty Park. There will also be free food, music, a mascot, EMS, a huge silent auction, dance performances, zombie hunters, and much more. The Clarksville Association for Down syndrome (CADS) is a non-profit organization and has been providing support to local families since 2009. The primary source of funding for CADS is from corporate sponsors. Community CARES helps to bring a multitude of programs to our community and the surrounding area. The funds provided by this event will give us the ability to continue to spread the mission. For more information on the special day, please call 931-645-1261.
If you have never heard of the Country Ham Festival in Cadiz, Kentucky then it is time to mark your calendars. The fun filled festival is in its 43rd year and will be taking place on October 11th-13th at 63 Main Street, Cadiz, KY. The festival is free to attend. This festival is jam-packed with family friendly attractions, shows, and of course great food. A few things that excited guests can expect to see this year are carnival rides, a car/truck show, racing pigs, a quilt show, a petting zoo, carnival rides and games available Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Country Ham Contest, Car and Truck Show, Favorite Festival Foods available, Fireworks and much more. There will also be live music to jam out to all day long. It is sure to be an amazing day. This year’s headliner for the festival is well-known Nashville singer Darryl Worley. Darryl is known for his hit “Have You Forgotten”. He will be performing on the Renaissance Stage on Saturday night, October 12. www.hamfestival.com for information and hamfestival on Facebook or visit gocadiz.com 33