short discussion ahead of time can ease an otherwise stressful situation. National Night out was a great success and I want to personally thank Beth Stasuk from Community Services and her staff as well as Ofc. Kevin Jorgensen and all of the businesses and volunteers that donated their time and funding to make the event as great as it is every year!
From The Desk Of The Chief of Police As summer comes to a close I wanted to reach out to the community and touch base on a couple important topics. Back to school safety and awareness. We all have busy lives and it’s easy to forget that there are a lot of other people running around with work and children as well. Please be mindful while driving to and from home, work, the grocery store, sports events and back to school shopping with kids of your surroundings and of other traffic. Please pay attention at all times while traveling the roadways and stay off of your cell phones unless you have an emergency and can safely pull over. Discuss safety topics with your children such as where to stand and wait for the bus, not to accept rides home from strangers and to be cautious of their surroundings. It is always a good idea to go over your home address and phone numbers with small children in case they get on the wrong school bus or get lost and a parent needs to be contacted. Discuss a safety plan in case a child is locked out of the house accidentally and needs to rely on a neighbor until mom, dad or another family member can be reached. Little things like these can be taken for granted until the situation arises and a
You will notice our bicycle patrols out and about throughout the Fall season and I am truly excited about re-introducing them to the community. If you see an Officer feel free to approach them and introduce yourself; ask questions and be informed. The Officers are there to be of assistance and be a visible presence in your neighborhood and around our local businesses. We are currently working on updating our website and making it more interactive for the public so we expect to have that changed over shortly with newsfeed from our Face book site and links to CODE RED and events in the community and at the schools. On behalf of the Police Department I want to thank our community for looking out for each other and always keeping us informed of situations that may require our attention. We have a great relationship with our neighborhood watch groups and I want them all to know that they are appreciated and their volunteered time does not go unnoticed. Remember to lock your vehicles when you are not around them and do not leave any valuables in view of the public. Most vehicle burglaries are preventable if you follow these tips. Have a safe and enjoyable end of Summer and as always we are here for you and look forward to continuing our efforts in the community! Donna Higbee, Chief of Police
What’s Happening in Our Galloway Schools GALLOWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CALENDAR September 1 First Day Staff 2 Staff Development Day 3 First Day of School for Students—EARLY DISMISSAL DAY 4 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY 7 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Labor Day 23 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Administrative Closing October 12 FALL STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY, Staff Only 21 EARLY DISMISSAL, Parent-Teacher Conferences November 5 & 6 SCHOOLS CLOSED, NJEA Convention 11 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Veteran’s Day 25 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY 26&27 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Thanksgiving Break ARTHUR RANN Kindergarten Orientation - September 2nd 2:00pm First Day of School - September 3rd - 8:50am1:30pm Early Dismissal- September 4th- 8:50am1:30pm Schools Closed- Labor Day- September 7th First Full Day- September 8th Back to School Night - September 15th 6:30pm Schools Closed- September 23rd ROLAND ROGERS Thursday, September 3 First Day of SchoolEarly Dismissal Friday, September 4 Early Dismissal Day Monday, September 7 No School- Labor Day Wednesday, September 23 No School- Administrative Closing Monday, October 12 No School- Columbus Day ASSUMPTION SCHOOL
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Wednesday, September 2 First day of school Thursday, September 3 second day of school Friday, September 4 No School- Labor Day Holiday Saturday, September 5 No School- Labor Day Holiday Sunday, September 6 No School- Labor Day Holiday Monday, September 7 No School- Labor Day Holiday Tuesday, September 8 First Full Day of School Wednesday, September 16 Back to school night adults only PILGRAM ACADEMY GALLOWAY CHARTER SCHOOL
Noyes Museum September Events No Sweat Yoga with Naida Burgess Thursdays: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Members - $12 per class /$60 for 6 classes Non-Members $15 per class /$75 for 6 classes Afternoon Acoustics Sundays: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Regular Admission September 6: Nicolas Castillo September 13: Hofenakus September 20: ARGO September 27: Zebras & Bulls Fight Tonight!
Painting Workshop: Wine and Roses -Class is full Wednesday, September 2: 10:00am - 2:00pm Members - $40; Non-Members - $50 Space is limited to 8 students / Registration deadline: 8/26 Adults Instructor: Bonnie Cavalier - Create a beautiful still life using the Impressionists’ focus on color and light. Climate Change: A Panel Discussion Thursday, September 10: 6:30 - 7:30pm Regular admission; FREE for Members, Stockton Students, Staff and Faculty 16 & up Five distinguished panelists will discuss climate change. Including prominent journalists from Time Magazine and the New York Times as well as scientists and artists. We invite the art, science and literary communities, as well as the broader public to join the dialogue on climate change. The catalyst for the discussion is the Noyes Museum’s exhibition Frozen Earth: Images from the Arctic Circle. Featuring the works of artists from a 2013 Arctic Circle expedition, Frozen Earth offers a glimpse into how the changing environment of the northern extremes of our planet inspired artists to explore central issues of our time.
SAVE THE DATES Fall Season Opening Reception Friday, October 2: 5:00 - 8:00pm Location: Noyes Museum, Oceanville Family Fun Day: Fun for All Ages! Saturday, October 17: 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: Noyes Museum, Oceanville 2015 Annual Benefit Gala - Galà di Carnevale Saturday, October 23, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Location: Noyes Museum, Oceanville Crafts Marketplace Saturday, November 7: 10am – 5pm & Sunday, November 8: 10am – 4:30pm Location: Noyes Museum, Oceanville Teacher’s Workshop – Teaching Color in Painting and Drawing: History and Techniques Wednesday, November 18, 2015: 9:00am– 2:30pm Location: Noyes Museum, Oceanville
Casserole Basket Workshop - SCOSA Saturday, September 12: 10:30am - 12:30pm Materials fee: $35 Adults Registration deadline: 9/15 Each participant will weave a rectangular basket with wire and wood swing handles which will fit your own 9”x13” baking pan. Landscape Painting Workshop: Light on the Land Saturday, September 12: 12:30 - 3:30pm $40/museum members, $50/non-members Ages 16 & up Registration deadline: 9/5 Instructor: Diane Tomash - We will cover how the amount and type of light that falls on an object always affects its color. Writing Workshop Series - Tapping the Source: Exploring Our Wounds, Trusting Our Wisdom - SCOSA Saturdays, September 26 - 10:15am - 12:15pm FREE Adults Registration deadline 9/19 Poetry and Memoir (Creative Non-Fiction) will be the tools we use to shape the thoughts and experiences that have inspired our writing. MUSEUM DAY LIVE! Saturday, September 26: 10:00am – 4:30pm FREE admission for two with Museum Day Live! tickets All Ages Registration: Access tickets here Gain free admission for two through Museum Day Live! a national event hosted by Smithsonian Magazine on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Print up to 2 tickets by registering through the website under “Ticket Information.” Or you can put the tickets on your smartphone and show at the front desk at the Noyes when you enter. Moon Festival Celebration: The Atlantic Chinese Community Choir & Dancers Saturday, September 26: 1:00 - 2:00pm Regular Admission or Free Admission for two with “Museum Day Live!” tickets: All Ages A celebration of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival at the Noyes Museum of Art. Performances by the Atlantic Chinese Community Choir, folk dancers, a violin solo, Guzheng Zither, and a Chinese cultural fashion show Creative Sparks: Moon Festival Lanterns Saturday, September 26: 2:00 – 3:00pm $5 Child, $5 Adult – including materials Adults Registration deadline: 9/24 In honor of the celebration of the mid-autumn Chinese Moon Festival, we will be making Chinese paper lanterns. In the process, children will learn about the story behind this important holiday on the Chinese calendar.
Galloway Patriot publisher, Chuck Knutson (center) is flanked by Galloway Twp. Mayor, Don Purdy (left) and Deputy Mayor, Tony Coppola (right)
Atlanticare Motorcycle Run Raises Money With Mayor and Deputy Mayor Atlanticare’s Mainland Division Auxiliary presented their 7th annual “Pike-aThon” for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit on Sunday, August 16th. The event drew more than 100 riders. Proceeds are used to purchase items on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit’s wish list which is comprised of items outside their normal budget. We are fortunate to have such a facility in our area with a great staff that makes sure the communities babies are extremely well cared for. Galloway Township’s Mayor, Don Purdy and Deputy Mayor, Tony Coppola, both avid riders, participated in the event. If you would like to donate, please contact Rita Purdy, ritapurdy@comcast.net
Above: Galloway Police Chief Donna Higbee with a group of Galloway seniors at the Galloway Senior Center
Left: Galloway Patriot Newspaper Editor Jaime Knutson with Galloway Police Chief Donna Higbee
Galloway’s New Police Chief Meets With Seniors For Breakfast Galloway Township’s new Chief of Police, Donna Higbee, sat down Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 9:30am for coffee, tea and a breakfast snack with about twenty of Galloway’s seniors. “The informal meeting was to introduce myself and get to know our senior community,” said Chief Donna Higbee. The seniors asked the Chief about her as a person, about her job, and things happening within
the department. Chief Higbee warned them that there are many crimes that could be prevented such as locking up your car, locking windows and doors in your house and especially reporting things when they are seen or heard. “You are not bothering us by calling and reporting things,” said Chief Higbee. “It’s our job no matter how silly you think your call is, you and your neighbors know the coming and goings of the community in which you live. If you think it should be reported then do it.” The seniors spent a lot of time asking questions in regards to the Chiefs personal life and she was very happy to answer. There were smiles and laughter by all in attendance. What better way to start the morning than a few laughs, great stories and informative conversation.
Galloway Township Events
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09/11 New Day Family Success Center Family Success Plans Need help figuring out your family or individual goals? We can help! Give us a call so we can set you up with an appointment with a Family Support Worker that will help you write out a Success Plan!
09/01 New Day Family Success Center Computer Lab with staff assistance 2-4pm 09/01 Absecon Senior Center Bingo @ 10am sponsored by DePaul Healthcare. Brief presentation 10am with bingo to follow. Cards and games also available before and after presentation. 09//02 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Father Calloway Welcoming Party 7pm at 146 S. Pitney Road Galloway. FREE Event and Book Signing conact the parish office 609-6520008. 09/03 New Day Family Success Center Free tutoring will be available for children & teens in grades pre-k through 12. Please call to schedule an appointment!609-652-0230 09/03 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA Exercises, chair YOGA and stress reduction ($6 fee a session) 09/03 Galloway Senior Center @ 11:30am Painting with Jazzy Jen cost $15 at the door NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED you will leave the class with a beautiful painting handmade by YOU! Reservations required call or email Jenn 609-652-8657 x3 gtseniors@comcast.net 09/03 Absecon Senior Center Nutrition Trivia: Fact or Fiction (10am) Sponsored by “Right at Home” Cards & games also available, before & after presentation 09/05 Smithville Village Artwalk. 10am-5pm Rain date 9/6. The Artwalk will feature 75 artists, the 3rd annual Smithville Beard and Mustache Competition. Spaces are free but you must register to participate. To register contact Underground at undergroundnj92@gmail. com Come out and support local art. ARTISTS UNITE!!!! 09/07 ALL GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 09/08 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am Trivia and FREE breakfast sponsored by Right at home 09/08 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am Bingo and FREE lunch sponsored by Egg Harbor Care Center 09/08 ABsecon Senior Center “The Carol Burnett Show” with Carol, Harvey, Tim, Vicki & Lyle (10am) (Cards & games available, in Great Hall) 09/09 New Day Family Success Center Back To School Bash School’s back in session! Come celebrate the start of a fresh new year with us at New Day! Games, prizes, & refreshments will be provided! Call us to sign up. 09/10 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA Exercises, chair YOGA and stress reduction ($6 fee a session) 09/10 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am Bingo FREE lunch sponsored by Heartland 09/10 Absecon Volunteer Fire Department Firehouse at 5pm on the White Horse Pike approximately 350 flags will be placed in honor to those who lost their lives on 9-11. Anyone who wishes to take part in the placing of the flags may join the Absecon Community Affairs and 9-11 Memorial Committees at that time. Additional information call Councilwoman Sandy Cain at 609-432-6931. 09/10 Absecon Senior Center Bacharach Rehabilitation: Balance Therapy & Sub-Acute Care
09/11 Smithville Village Car Cruise
09/12 Emmaus United Methodist Church of Smithville is celebrating its 225th year on Saturday, September 12th. There will be outdoor activities starting at 11 o’clock. Hog dogs and hamburgers will be served at 12 o’clock with ice cream for dessert. There will be a short ceremony at 1 o’clock. This event is open to the public. People can RSVP on our website, www.emmausumc-nj.org, or check us out on Facebook. The church office phone number is 609.748.1917. 09/12 Rescheduled Galloways 8th Shredding Party 9am-1pm Galloway Municipal Complex parking lot (8th avenue side) Galloway residents $2 per box County residents $5 per box all documents will be shredding in front of you and recycled. 09/12 Travis Manion Foundation to Host Annual 9/11 Hereos Run in Smithville NJ 9am Town of Historic Smithville family friendly 1M fun run/walk and a 5K. Proceeds to benefit Travis Manion Foundation and PBA Local #77. 09/12 Smithville Village Author’s Day rain date 09/13 09/13 Smithville Village Antique Auto Day 09/03 OLPH Parish Festival 10am-5pm at St. Nicholas Church Site 09/15 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am Byron Homes Presentation Organizing, De-Cluttering and downsizing you home tips and tricks. FREE breakfast snack 09/15 Galloway Senior Center @ 12noon Mid Atlantic AARP Monthly meeting....looking for new members call Josephine Barr for information @ 609-748-8491 09/15 Absecon Senior Center Bingo (10am) ~ Sponsored by: Touching Hearts at Home: (Brief presentation 10am with Bingo to follow) Cards & games also available, before & after presentation 09/17 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA Exercises, chair YOGA and stress reduction ($6 fee a session) 09/17 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am Importance of Food Safety Atlantic County Health Department 09/17 Absecon Senior Center Celebrate Fall & September Birthdays at 10:15am with the music of “Don Krack” Cards & games available, before & after Entertainment 09/17 NEW DAY FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER Senior Info 101 Session Carolyn Peterson of Right at Home and Lisa Walker of Heartland hospice will be educating seniors and their loved ones on homecare and hospice services. They will talk about these services and will also be able to answer any questions you may have about them. Refreshments will be served. 09/19 NEW DAY FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER Car Seat Safety Did you know 75% of all car seat, booster seats & child restraint systems are installed incorrectly? Come to Spruce FSC to get your car seat inspected & more! Address: 3050 Spruce Ave, EHT or call them at (609) 569-0376 09/19 Smithville Village Drum Circle rain date
09/20 Herban Legend’s Fall Drum Circle Event Celebrating Peace 2015, will be held on Saturday, September 19th, on The Village Greene in Historic Smithville, Galloway, N.J. from 10 am to 5 pm.10 am- Tai Chi with Rosemarie Hoonan,11 am- Meditation with Shari Sanadhi, Noon- West African Djembe’ Workshop with Master Drummer, Robert Kenyatta, 1 pmSouth Jersey Dance & Djembe” Troop, 2 pmSouth Jersey Poets- Conversation in Peace & Social Consciousness, 3 pm -The Drum Circle Celebrating Peace. 09/19 Highland Community Church Fall Festival 11am-2pm 09/19 Salute to Veterans BBQ 1pm Located at the Veterans Memorial Park on route 9. Veterans Park is a celebration, commemoration, and memorial to the veterans of Galloway. There is a wall with glass block that hold the names of the men and women that served as educated by their families. The construction is a seating area facing that wall. Each year Galloway holds a Salute to the Veterans at this place. Please join us. Veterans Park is one area of a recreation space known as Glenn By THe Bay. Reservations REquired contact Jenn 609-652-8657 x 3 or gtseniors@comcast.net 09/21 OLPH Parish- The Sisters of Mercy 21st Annual Golf Classic at Trump National Golf Club in Colts Neck, NJ “Fore” all the details on this fun-filled event, which benefits our retired Sisters, please call Linda Cavallo at 908-7560994 ext 4006 09/20 Smithville Village Smithville Fife and Drum 09/22 Galloway Senior Center @ 10am Bingo sponsored by Royal Suites with FREE breakfast snack
09/23 NEW DAY FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER Family Financial Education Workshop Primerica is hosting a FREE workshop that offers financial guidance for families! Give us a call to sign up. 09/24 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA Exercises, chair YOGA and stress reduction ($6 fee a session) 09/24 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am Bingo sponsored by Health Center at Galloway FREE lunch 09/24 Absecon Senior Center “FREE Penny Auction” (10:15-11:15am) sponsored by Heartland Hospice Cards and games also available in the Great Hall. 09/24 Galloway Township Business Association Chili Cook Off. Rain date 9/25. 4:30-8:30pm. Cost $20 to enter the cook off which also includes use of the Swim C lub and 1 hot dog. You supply your Chile, we will supply electric, utensils and serving materials if needed. To enter the swim club/event by itself. Member free and get 1 hot dog non members $10 and get 1 hot dog. (a non-member who enter the cook off also gets into the event as part of the entrance fee) extra hot dogs can be purchased for $1. Chile should be made in a crock pot and can be plugged in at the Swim Club Just send an email to starboardangels@yahoo.com to enter. I will get you an application. Judges will be announced in the next couple of weeks as well as prizes for participants and winners. Let’s make this a fun end of Summer and Kick off event . Bring your swim gear to the pool. There will also be a jacuzzi and fire pit set up for use. 09/25 Smithville Village Car Cruise
09/22 Galloway Senior Center @ 10am Flu Shot Clinic by Rite Aid please bring your insurance card and ID with you
09/25 OLPH Parish Coach Bingo Night at 7pm Located at Assumption Regional School.No One under 18 please. doors open at 6pm. for more info call June 609-652-8253
09/22 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am Bingo sponsored by Fountains with FREE lunch
09/25 Movie Night in the Park at Patriot LakeBig Hero 6 starts at 7:30pm
09/22 Absecon Senior Center ): Rummikub Tournament ! (10:15am) Sign up in advance at the front desk to avoid confusion and delays on Tournament day. Cards and games also available in the Great Hall.
09/25 Galloways 2nd Annual Fireworks Celebration following the Big Hero 6 Movie in the Park at the Galloway Township Municipal Complex
09/22 NEW DAY FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER Community Advisory Board Meeting Would you like to be a voice for the Galloway Community? New Day FSC is looking for people to join its board, and to help come up with ideas for our center. Contact us for more info or to join! 09/23 Galloway Senior Center @ 7pm Living rich with coupons seminar FREE and open to all ages. Reservations required call or email Jenn 609-652-8657 x3 or gtseniors@comcast. net
09/26 Smithville Village Italian Festival rain date 09/27 09/26 Cedar Creek High School All Sports Varsit Booster Club 1st Fall Social at the Renault Winery CCHS Varsity Day 5:30-9:30pm. Music, 50/50 Raffles, Door Prizes, Baskets Galore, $25 per adult (includes buffet and cash bar) ***21 Years of age and older*** Contact CCHSASVBC@gmail.com Marian 609-593-3560 x4002 Brigitte, BGBNWalters@comcast.net 09/26 15th Annual Absecon Education Foundation presents Pedal - Paddle - Run the Great
Absecon Race. Event consists of bicycling 6 miles on and off road biking, kayaking or paddleboarding 1.5 miles and running 2.4 miles. Ironmen and women race start prior to teams. There will be family, student, friends, and paddleboard categories. Registration 6:30-7:30am in Heritage Park 500 Mill Road Absecon. Race time 8am Heritage park with an award ceremony after race. Advance Registration by Sept 15 (guaranteed race t-shirt) $50 Captain/Iron person $20 each addition team member. Student rate $30 Captain $15 each additional team member. Same Day Registration $60 Captain, $25 each additional team member. Student rate $40 Captain, $20 each additional team member Kayak single and double rental available on first come first serve. Register at www.active. com, www.abseconschools.org or Home Town Variety Store 150 New Jersey Ave Absecon. 09/29 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am Tea and Coffee with Police Chief Donna Higbee 09/29 Galloway Senior Center @ 10:30am Bingo sponsored by Somers Place witha FREE breakfast snack 09/29 Galloway Senior Center @ 11:30am Atlantic County and Galloway Offices of Emergency Management Storm Preparedness for Seniors with FREE lunch sponsoted by DePaul Health Care. 09/29 Register Now for Annual Stockton University Golf Classic Set for Sept. 29 Event to be Held at Stockton Seaview Hotel & Golf Club Benefits Students. One lucky golfer will have the chance to make a hole-in-one on a Par 3 for $1 million. The net proceeds from the Golf Classic will support the mission of the Stockton University Foundation to continue to enrich the student experience at Stockton University through student scholarships, faculty development and academic programs. Each golfer will receive a $100 gift certificate, courtesy of Marathon Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc., to be used the day of the tournament in the “Nike Mobile Pro Shop,” which will visit Stockton Seaview. A $10,000 Putting Contest is being sponsored by J&M Coffee, LLC. The event also includes a silent auction chaired for the fifth year by Lisa Johnson, president of Lisa Johnson Communications. The Classic’s game plan: 11 a.m. – Registration and lunch; $10,000 putting contest; silent auction 1 p.m. – Shotgun start, scramble format 6 p.m. – Cocktail reception, dinner & awards ceremony; silent auction continues The evening will include prizes for the top men’s and women’s teams. To register, visit www.stockton.edu/golf. For more information about sponsorships or other aspects of the tournament, please contact: Dawn M. Hans, director of Special Events at Stockton: (609) 652-4830 or email: Dawn.Hans@Stockton.edu 09/29 Absecon Senior Center Royal Suites ~ Maintaining a “Normal” Healthy Blood Pressure ~ (BP screenings will follow) (10-11:30am) Cards & games also available, before & after presentation 09/30 NEW DAY FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER Diaper Drive In need of diapers? We can help! First come, first serve! Give us a call for more info
October 10/03 Bayview Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will hold its semiannual flea market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at the firehouse on Route 9 in Galloway. Rain or shine. Space with a table available for $15. Bring your own table and rent space for $10. Call 609-6527337 or 609-652-7385. 10/03-10/04 Smithville Village Oktoberfest 10/10-10/11 Smithville Village Irish Festival
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Dr. Nina’s What You Need to Know About Fall and Winter Fruit and Veggies: As we say adieu to spring and summer fruit and veggies, let’s welcome some delectable fall and winter ones--into our kitchens and onto our plates. It may be cool outside, but we can heat up our meals with these flavorful, fun, and healthy fruit and veggies. And by choosing seasonal options, we may not only be able to keep our bank accounts fatter, but our waistlines trim. Dr. Nina’s What You Need to Know About Fall and Winter Fruit and Veggies: 1. Apples. It’s no wonder they say “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” These tasty fruit are antioxidant powerhouses. In simple terms, antioxidants disarm or neutralize harmful waste products in our body that can cause inflammation, cancer, atherosclerosis, and dementia. Apples are also jam-packed with fiber; as a result, it can decrease our bad cholesterol levels and fill us up faster (less calories consumed). And a little known act is that they can help regulate blood sugars. Compounds in apples can slow down carbohydrate breakdown into simple sugars as well as decrease sugar absorption. The result is decreased blood sugar levels. 2. Brussels sprouts. These miniature veggies are in the same family as cauliflower and are making a come back. They are good sources of protein, iron, and potassium. They also contain a healthy amount of Vitamin C which is essential for our immune system, skin, teeth, and gums, and serves as an antioxidant. Consider steaming until soft and then sprinkling olive oil and broiling them on high in the oven for 10 minutes or until crispy. Season with sea salt, parmesan cheese, and/or truffle oil. 3. Pears. Homer called pears the “gift of the gods” in the Odyssey; and he was right. They are filled with nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. I read that pears have more nutrients per calorie, than calorie per nutrient. Talk about a good return on investment! Additionally, it is considered a “hypoallergenic fruit” because it has a very low likelihood of producing an allergic response. As a result, it is a fruit of choice when introducing pureed foods to infants. Not to mention, the fiber helps decrease bad cholesterol and can help protect our heart as well as be a sweet and sensible snack for diabetics. The reason being, fiber decreases absorption of the pear’s carbs and prevents a spike in blood sugar levels. 4. Pumpkin. This orange fruit (yes, it is a fruit because it contains seeds) has a number of health benefits. Its radiant color results because it is rich in beta-carotene, an essential nutrient for eye health. Additionally, it contains plenty of fiber, vitamin K, and even some protein while being low in calories and scarce in fat. And let’s not forget the seeds. Studies have shown that these yummy seeds can help decrease prostate gland enlargement as well as the risk for kidney stones and depression. After removing those seeds, wipe them off with a paper towel, place a single layer on a cookie sheet, add some seasoning, and roast at 160 degrees for 15-20 minutes to maintain their healthy oils. 5. Sweet potatoes. There’s a saying: “the best of both worlds.” And I think they invented this with sweet potatoes in mind. They are fun like potatoes, sweet in its own right, while being filled with nutrients. Sweet potatoes are rich in Vitamin B6 which helps lower our risk for heart attacks; Vitamin C which can help our immune system fight off icky germs (especially during this time of the year); Vitamin D which can elevate our energy, mood, and bone health; and iron that helps with blood cell production. 6. Citrus. Oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, grapefruit…..scrum-didi-licious. And also filled with Vitamin C and flavonoids. Citrus fruits have been shown to decrease our risk for Alzheimer’s dementia, diabetes, cancer, and cataracts. Talk about a win-win-win situation. 7. Butternut squash. Another fun, flavorful, fall fruit that many think is a veggie (has seeds). It is rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber while staying low in calories. It is also at the head of its class when it comes to Vitamin A; just 100 grams of butternut squash contains 354% of the recommended daily allowance! 8. Kale. Over the last few years this ugly duckling has made a comeback as a beautiful swan. Some have even called it a superfood because it contains such high amounts of Vitamins A, C, and K as well as calcium. Move over spinach! This green leafy veggie has more vitamin C than spinach and its iron is more absorbable by our digestive systems. 9. Cabbage. Although possibly best known for Cabbage Patch Kids, this veggie has a number of benefits: weight loss, brain food, healthy skin, cancer protection, blood sugar regulation, and hangover helper. As we embrace the fall and get ready for the winter months, let’s take a trip to the pumpkin patch, an apple farm, explore new recipes, and incorporate these tasty and fun fruit and veggies into our plate.
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Galloway Library Events for September 09/07 Closed Labor Day 09/08 Furry Buddies Suggested for ages 6-14. Drop ins welcome. Read a story to Cavan, Erin or Freedom-Therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children. Learn the benefits of reading aloud to a therapy dog. 6:30pm 09/10 Just one more hand: Life in the Casino Economy 6:30pm Open to adults. Local Stockton University professors, Ellen Mutari and Deborah Figart discuss their book “Just One More Hand: Life in the Casino Economy,” based on interviews incorporating the real experiences of casino employees. A limited number of books available for purchase/signing. 09/12 FREE PSAT Practice Test 9am-1:30pm Suggested for ages 13-16. Registration required. Take a free PSAT test to prepare for the new changes to the PSAT. Experience a typical testlike environment. Bring 2 pencils, a calculator, snack & water. You must have a valid email address to receive test results. 09/12 Preparing for College Papers 3:304:30pm Suggested for ages 16-adult. Registration requested. Planning to go to college? See how to complete faster research for college papers using databases. 09/14 Coffee Cup clasic Theater 10:30am1:30pm Open to adults. Enjoy a cup of coffee, treats & a movie. Watch a film from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Stay for a fun discussion. Feel free to bring your own cushion to get comfortable & make yourself at home! 09/14 Kids Only Book club 4-5pm Suggested for ages 8-12. Registration required for any session. Do you love to read? Enjoy tasty snacks & discuss books. 09/15 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 09/15 The Every Third Tuesday I Really, REALLY Love Books Club 1:30-3:30pm Open to adults. Love to read? What does everyone love to do after reading a great or downright stinky book?...TALK ABOUT IT! Chat & laugh about books you love, books you hate & books you can’t live without. 09/15 LEGO CLUB 4-5pm Suggested for ages 6 & older. Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something & show the rest of the group. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination. 09/15 Introduction to Microsoft Word 6:307:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of Microsoft Word with this introductory course. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/16 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 09/16 Preschool storytime 1:30-2:15pm Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 09/16 The Be There or Be Square Wednesday Night I Love to Read Books Club 7-8pm Open to adults. Can’t attend the Tuesday Afternoon Book Club? The third Wednesday evening of the month book club is just what you are looking for. Like Tuesday’s club there’s no required reading. 09/17 Teen Corner 5:30-6:30pm Suggested for ages 13-17. Registration requested for each ses-
sion. See what our new Teen Corner is all about. Talk about books & new technology, participate in fun activities & eat snacks! 09/18 Introduction to Microsoft Word 10-11am Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of Microsoft Word with this introductory course. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/18 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2-3pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel with this introductory course. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/19 Introduction to Microsoft Power Point 2-3pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of Power Point Presentations. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/19 Computer Keyboarding & Mouse Instruction 3:30-4:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Don’t know the first thing about computers? Learn the first steps: basic keyboarding & mouse skills. Limited to 4 students. 09/22 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 09/22 Furry Buddies 6:30-7:10pm Suggested for ages 6-14. Drop-ins welcome! Read a story to Cavan, Erin, or Freedom--therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children. Learn about the benefits of reading aloud to a therapy dog. 09/23 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 09/23 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 6:307:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel with this introductory course. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/24 Sleepy Storytime 7-7:30pm Suggested for ages 2 1/2-6. Registration requested for each session. Listen to sweet bedtime stories before heading off to bed. Come in your jammies & don’t forget your blankie. 09/25 Introduction to Internet 10-11am Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn basic skills so you can open a web browser and navigate the Internet. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/25 Introduction to Email 2-3pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn about the basics of email. Participants must be familiar with use of the mouse & keyboard. Limited to 4 students. 09/26 Used Car Buying Know-how 12-12:45pm Open to age 14-adult. An auto mechanic with over 20 years experience discusses things to do & look for when buying a used car. 09/26 Scrabble Club 1-2:30pm Open to adults. Registration requested for each session. Enjoy an afternoon spell of wordplay with neighbors & friends. 09/27 Banned Books Week: Book Cover Contest (ongoing event) Open to all. Did you ever have a better idea for a book cover or title? Enter our Book Cover Contest for Banned Books Week. If you have creative art covers and titles for our banned books, let us know and we may display them. Ask the desk for an entry form. Titles must be chosed from a banned book listed on the American Library Association’s website,
www.ala.org deadline is 10/03 09/26 Preparing for College Funding: Filling out the FAFSA 3:30-4:30pm Open to age 14-adults. Registration requested. Learn about filling out the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. 09/29 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 09/29 LEGO CLUB 4-5pm Suggested for ages 6 and older. Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something and show the rest of the group. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination. 09/30 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 09/30 Preschool Storytime 1:30-2:15pm Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft!
Galloway Community Services
Information About Galloway Events and Community Programs Call Beth or Jen 652-8657