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It’s official – Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday ornaments and decorations are taking over every store and while it always feels too early, I absolutely love seeing the glitter wrapping paper and the bright-colored bows.

At Newburgh Magazine we pride ourselves on being a guide to DIY trends and tips as each new season approaches. In this edition, readers will find alternative food recipes and ideas from certified food instructor Susannah Dickman, tips and tricks for holiday budgeting and travel and more.

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This issue also highlights Newburgh’s Small Business Saturday, which is set to take place on Nov. 30.

Be sure to check out information provided by Historic Newburgh Event Coordinator Amber Kelly to learn about how the town plans to “Shop Small” and participate in the nation-wide event.

I wish everyone a happy holiday season, and if you do indulge in turkey – or suggested alternative dishes, don’t forget to save room for a nap…. and dessert!

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2 COOK THE BOOKS Local group finds, cooks and shares recipes with each other 4 MEANINGFUL MEALS Food instructor shares alternative food recipes 8 WYATT’S RECIPE Learn to make this scrumptious caramel apple pie 10 HOSTESS WITH THE MOST-ESS What to bring your next holiday party host

12 SET FOR MEMORIES Use these decor tips to bring the family to the table 14 GO GREEN Decorating your home in “green” (indoor plants) 22 SHOP SMALL See how Newburgh plans to celebrate Small Business Saturday 26 BRINGING THE CHEER FOP Lodge schedules Christmas party for kids November 2019 NEWBURGH MAGAZINE 1

COOK THE BOOKS WRITER: MARISA PATWA For anyone looking to spice up their recipe repertoire, the Newburgh Chandler Public Library’s Cook the Books Recipe Group is a way to share cooking skills.

The new group is made up of women who meet from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Bell Road Library in Newburgh every fourth Thursday of the month.

Each member must find a recipe from a cookbook in the library, create the food, and bring both the recipe and a printed copy to the meeting to share.

The group met for the first time on Thursday, Sept. 26, with Margaret Dennis, Jenny Ellis, Andrea Rietman and Mandy Scurry, all bringing meals they prepared from various cook books.

Dennis said she knew no matter what recipe she chose, it had to include pumpkins — she made black bean and butternut chicken chili.

“We tried planting these Heirloom pumpkins and they are huge,” she said. “So I had these pumpkins and I was like, ‘You know what? I need to try to find a recipe to use these pumpkins.’”

Dennis chose the recipe from “Fix it and Forget it: The Diabetic Cookbook” by Phyllis Pellman Good.

“My best friend has diabetes and he’s always struggling with what to eat,” she said. “So, as I was looking through the cookbook section, I came across this awesome diabetic one.”

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Scurry also used pumpkins as one of her main ingredients, baking a pumpkin bundt cake with cinnamon glaze from the “Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes” by Joy Wilson.

“I thought this was a really fun way to get some friends together and try something,” she said. “I did change the recipe just slightly because I’m not a fan of nuts, so I’m sorry, if you’re a nut fan, but I amended the walnuts.”

The rest of the ladies also made sweet treats, with Ellis baking some apple pie muffins from comedy television actress Patricia Heaton’s cookbook, “Food for Family and Friends: 100 Favorite Recipes for a Busy, Happy Life,” and Rietman baking some Dallas Junior League Cowboy cookies.

“It’s from a really cool cookbook in the library,” Rietman said.

The baker said she jumped at the idea to join the group because it’s an opportunity to try different recipes. “[...] so you see which things you could make for your family,” she said.

Susan Melfi, adult ser vices librarian, actually orchestrated the new cook book group based on an organization she and Dennis used to be apart of years ago.

“There was 40 women and the first 20 who signed up each month could do it,” Melfi said.

And just like the past group, the new Cook the Books Recipe Group is utilizing a different theme each month. At their October meeting, it was pumpkins and squash.

Due to the holidays taking place at the same time the group meets in November and December, they haven’t set dates yet. For more information about joining this group and to see if there are meetings those months, call 812-853-5468 — ext. 316.

Regardless if any ambitious cookers can make those dates or not, Scurry said entertaining during the holidays is the perfect opportunity to tr y out new recipes.

“It’s usually the only time I get to tr y new things,” she said, “because my kids only want chicken nuggets and mac and cheese.”

Dennis agreed.

“That’s kind of one of the neat things about this group, because when you go to parties, you tend to go to your tried and true recipes,” she said, “And this is kind of going to force me to try new cook books and totally new things.”

Melfi said she hopes the group grows to be as big as it once was.

“It’s such a great way to try recipes before you actually make the commitment of making it,” she said. “I got recipes 25 years ago that I’m still using today.”

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WRITER: MARISA PATWA Certified Food for Life Instructor Susannah Dickman went vegan eight years ago and she hasn’t looked back since.

Now, she’s ready to share some of her favorite vegan recipes for people to make this Thanksgiving, including berry apple relish, mushroom gravy and of course, pumpkin pie.

Dickman said it’s much easier to “veganize” gravy than people might realize.

“One of the main ingredients used in gravy is milk or cream so I use soy milk,” she said. “And I don’t use the drippings from the turkey, so I’ll end up using the milk and whole wheat flour to thicken [the substance] and nutritional yeast.”

This isn’t to be confused with Brewer’s yeast or baking yeast.

“It’s what people who are plant-based and vegan will use to give food a kind of cheesy flavor,” Dickman said. “And so, when I make something like macaroni and cheese, I’ll use a couple of tablespoons of this and it will make the sauce yellow and cheesy.”

For the meat-lovers out there, Dickman said there are plenty of tofurkey options to choose from when making a meal.

“You can buy them at Schnucks, Fresh Thyme and Meijer around the end of October,” she said. “I prefer to make my own because I cook low oil or no oil. I don’t have any olive oil in the house. And when I sauté things, I sauté in water or vegetable broth.”

For anyone who isn’t interested in giving up turkey legs needs not to worry, Dickman said sides are a great way to start.

“I love mashed potatoes and use vegan butter,” she said. “And you can put soy milk or almond milk to replace the milk so easily.”

Dickman said with the holidays coming up, she is often asked if

Vegan Mushroom Gravy

by Susannah Dickman

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS ¼ cup nutritional yeast ¼ cup wheat flour (can use brown rice flour for gluten free) 1 cup non dairy milk (soy, almond, or rice) 8 ounces white mushrooms 2 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce or Braggs aminos 1 tsp rubbed sage

1. Thinly slice mushrooms 2. Dice onions 3. Mix nutritional yeast, flour and nondairy milk in a glass and whisk to combine 4. Sauté mushrooms and onion in a frying pan over medium heat, use splashes of water to keep from burning. Sauté until mushrooms start to soften and brown. Let most of the water evaporate 5. Add the milk mixture, soy sauce (or Braggs Aminos if using), and sage. Stir to combine 6. Bring to a boil and continue to cook until thick (Note: if the mixture is dry add a little water, 1 Tbsp. at a time.

7. Add salt and pepper to taste

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she misses the dairy, cheese and meat of her non-vegan diet days.

“I really don’t,” she said. “Your tastebuds change and you don’t crave the same things you had before. You want different food. People want pizza. I’ll make a vegan pizza. People want hamburgers? I’ll make four or five different varieties of bean burgers with garbanzo beans, black beans and pinto beans.”

Adding spices can also really enhance the flavor of any vegan dish.

“If I want Mexican, I’ll use cumin or chili powder,” Dickman said. “If I want a more Italian meal, I might use some oregano and basil.”

Since becoming a vegan, Dickman’s cholesterol level has dropped from 300 to 150, which plant-based doctors say is the ideal number.

“I have so much energy now,” she said. “I started running a year ago, which is something I never thought I’d do. I never thought as I aged, I would feel better than when I was younger, but I do.”

Berry Apple Relish

Serves 4

(*Original recipe by Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT)

Ready In: 5 minutes

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 pound fresh cranberries finely 1. Mix ingredients in large bowl chopped until well-combined.

2 tart green apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped ½ cup 100% fruit apricot jam ½ cup 100% pure maple syrup 10 ounce package frozen raspberries, thawed and drained Juice of 1 lemon

Vegan Pumpkin Pie

by Susannah Dickman

Plant-Based Holiday Cooking class Interested in trying some of Dickman’s vegan dishes or want to learn how to prepare some? Make sure to check out her Plant-Based Holiday Cooking class, taking place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at St. Vincent Epworth Crossing in Newburgh on Monday, Nov. 11. The cost is $25. To register, call 812-485-5725 by Friday, Nov. 8.

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS ½ cup silken tofu 1 ½ cup non dairy milk 2 Tbsp. cornstarch 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups canned pure pumpkin ½ cup whole wheat flour (use brown rice flour for gluten free) 2 tsp. baking powder ½ cup brown sugar ¼ tsp salt 3 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1. In a blender or food processor, process the tofu, nondairy milk and cornstarch.

2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 3. Add the rest of the ingredients and process until the mixture is well blended.

4. Pour the blended mixture into a pie dish 5. Bake for 1 hour.

6. The pie is best when refrigerated for at least 4 hours or overnight. Be sure to let the pie cool before wrapping and refrigerating to avoid moisture to form.

7. Serve with vegan cool whip or vegan ice cream.

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WYATT’S RECIPE One of my favorite snacks any time of the year is apple slices dipped in caramel. In the fall, I love a good apple pie, but I always thought something was missing. So, when I started making my own pie recipes, caramel apple pie had to be one of the first. In this recipe, I make my own caramel sauce, but you can buy caramel sauce from the store if you’re worried about burning the sugar. I also typically make my own vanilla crust, but store-bought crust will work fine with this recipe.

A side note, however, is to make sure to be aware of the size of your pie pan when making the filling. One of my pie pans is a lot bigger than the other so I use less filling in one than I do in the other. This is the recipe I use for the larger pie plate.

Caramel Apple Pie (Wyatt Squires)

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 1/2 cup of white sugar 1/2 cup of brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 tablespoons of cornstarch 1/3 cup water 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons of butter

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Make the caramel sauce. Put one cup of sugar in a pan and shake to make sure the bottom of the pan is covered. Then add 1/3 cup of water ensuring that all of the sugar is moistened. Turn the stove burner to medium and allow to cook without stirring until the sugar dissolves into a clear syrup. It will be cloudy at first, but will gradually become clear and begin bubbling. As the caramel cooks it will start to take on an amber color. At this point don’t turn your back on the stove. Once the caramel has turned to a golden honey-like color turn off the heat (leaving the pan on the burner) and add the heavy whipping cream. I like to make sure the cream is at room temperature to make sure not to shock the sugar. The cream will stop the caramel from cooking. Once the cream is mixed in add the butter and stir until the sauce is an even texture. The sauce will look foamy at first, but will settle as it cools. Let cool to room temperature.

3. Remove the core and dice the apples and place them in a mixing bowl. Then add the sugars, cinnamon, cornstarch and mix together. Once mixed, add 1/3 cup of the caramel sauce. The remaining caramel sauce can be saved to drizzle over the cooked pie or ice cream.

4. Line the pie pan with crust and add filling. Cover with top crust making sure to leave openings.

5. Cook the pie for 15 minutes at 425.

Then, decrease the temperature to 350 and continue cooking for another 30 minutes.

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MARY ELIZABETH SMALL PROVIDES A GIFT GUIDE FOR HOSTS WRITER: MARISA PATWA

Never go to a party without a gift for the host — this is the mantra Newburgh’s Mary Elizabeth Small lives by.

Small, who owns a pet-sitting business and throws her fair share of par ties herself, always makes sure to bring something for whoever is hosting the party she has been invited too.

“You want to thank them for inviting you into their home,” she said.

But, what to get someone during giving season?

The rule is simple: invest into the host the same way they invest into their guests.

“If you bring mac and cheese in a tupperware container and she’s serving meals on China, she’s not going to appreciate that,” Small said. “The gift doesn’t have to be expensive, but the presentation should be nice.”

For those who are hurting for cash, but still want to make their host feel appreciated, Small said one can never go wrong with candy.

“Buy a cheap and cute gift bag from Goodwill and stock it up with one dollar candies,” she said.

“Even if you don’t have a lot of money, you’re still showing that you made the effort.”

But, Small said if you’re staying longer than just a few hours or a night at someone’s house during the holidays, it’s best to up the ante when it comes to the gift.

“So that way, she knows you’re not just sponging off her for a place to stay,” she said. “I would

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spend around $75 to $100. If you’re spending a week somewhere, you’re saving $200 on a hotel every night anyway.”

One of Small’s favorite places to shop for gifts is The Wine Vault in Evansville.

“They have all kinds of wines and decorative wine glasses, corkscrews and wine charms,” she said. “I love wine charms because they’re perfect for parties when there are a lot of people. You can put your glass down anywhere and pick it back up knowing it’s yours.”

And for extra brownie points, Small encourages guests to bring their host a sentimental gift.

“I’m pretty alectic, so I’ve gotten crazy socks with dragons, unicorns and pizza on them,” she said. “But, I also always appreciate the people who give me their time. Whether it’s coming by fifteen minutes early to help me set up or staying after to help me clean up. It shows those people really cared about me because again, it’s all about putting in the effort and making your host feel appreciated.”

One of Small’s favorite gifts for hosts she’s looking forward to assembling around Christmas time is a cheeky-titled connotation of a girly-girl’s dreams.

“I like to put together foot lotion, nail polish, a scrub brush and then write “this is for your ‘mistletoes,” Small said.

Someone sure is going to be on Santa’s nice list this year.

• Bottle of wine

• Cookbook

• Scrub brush

• Soaps

• Chocolate

• Nail polish

• Candies/peppermints

• Decorative wine glasses • Candle

• Corkscrews

• Bubble bath

• Card game

• Fudge

• Assortment of olives, grapes, cheese and bread in a basket

• Mani/pedi certificate

• Foot lotion

• Wine charm Information courtesy of Mary Elizabeth Small

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bringing

memories to the table Thinking about how to decorate a home while hosting for the holidays can be daunting on top of tasks like cooking, cleaning and which guest is sleeping in which room.

The key is figuring out how to bridge the gap between the paper hand turkeys that most kids make and a dining room designed by a professional decorator.

One thing most can agree on is that holidays are a time for making memories with friends and family. So, how does one include those special photo albums into the décor process? This can be done without heading out to the neighborhood craft store to spend a ton of money on brown, orange and green tones to string across the house. Traditionally, the cooked turkey is the centerpiece of the dinner table and enhancing the look is made-easy with natural produce.

First and foremost, you shouldn’t feel

like you have to head out to a large craft store and spend a ton of bucks on decorations. You’re already buying all that food and Thanksgiving decorations always feel better when it looks like you can eat ever ything on the table. Items like edible fruit, small gourds and mini pumpkins add a special feel to the dishes. Apples can be easily turned into tea light candleholders with a simple scoop to the top of the apple. This simple idea keeps the fall theme and brings elegance to the table without tacking on to the overall dinner budget.

As a final touch, make those unforgettable memories special by creating a table runner of family photos. This is a great way to make your holiday unique and keep conversation going around the table as people find different photos and discuss the stories behind them.

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• DON’T use orignal photos.

Spills and food remnants can damage photos if exposed, so scan photos, have them printed and if at all possible have them laminated. If that can’t be done, you can use the originals, but place them under a glasstop.

• DO consider using framed photos from around the house as centerpieces as well.

• DO get crafty with children. Trace the children’s handprints on a kraft paper runner and let them color it.

A little more messy and tedious, but use acrylic or fabric paint and apply handprints to a linen table cloth. Write their names and year by each print.

Reuse and repeat. *DON’T forget smocks to protect their clothes.

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indoor plants WRITER: JULIE ROSENBAUM

Jill Young, whose mom is a home decorator, explained how greenery could not only ease depression, but also make your home a healthier place.

Especially when winter comes and the lawns are no longer green and all the colorful plants and flowers are not in bloom.

During the holiday season, not only having poinsettias and wreaths make a house cheery, but there are other plants that help all the time. If you are feeling blue and walk into a room with a lovely plant, it can almost feel like you are on a quick trip to Florida. There is something about bright living things that put us in a pleasant mindset.

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pounds from paint and wallpaper, cleaning products, furniture, pollen, mold, bacteria and if your home has poor ventilation. Potted houseplants help promote air quality and reduce harmful bacteria as they absorb carbon dioxide to photosynthesize fresh oxygen.

To name a few, there is the spider plant, weeping fig and snake plant, all great for the relative novice. The spider plant is tough to kill and can live through almost anything.

The weeping fig yields plentiful fruit and only has to be watered infrequently and only requires indirect sunlight. The snake plant is hearty and needs little upkeep and infrequent watering.

Next time you are feeling like redecorating your home, start with some cheer y greenery and you just might feel a little bit healthier.

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BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING TIPS Many retailers have taken steps to make the atmosphere in their stores on Black Friday less hectic and more consumer-friendly. Shoppers can follow suit and take the following precautions to ensure this Black Friday is as safe as possible.

RECOGNIZE YOU MIGHT NOT GET EVERYTHING ON YOUR LIST Inventory may be limited in regard to sale items on Black Friday. Make a list of the items you hope to buy and where you hope to buy them, ranking each item in terms of importance.

Then calmly move from store to store, recognizing that you may not end up with every item on your list. Accepting this ahead of time can make the day seem less hectic and more safe.

PROTECT AND CONCEAL YOUR PURCHASES Shoppers might not be as sharp when shopping Black Friday sales in the wee hours of the morning. That could make them more vulnerable to thieves.

Protect and conceal purchases at all times. If necessary, bring items to the car after each purchase, making sure to place them in a concealed vehicle trunk where they are not visible to prospective thieves.

LEAVE SMALL CHILDREN AT HOME While horror stories of Black Friday holiday shoppers stampeding through stores are few and far between, malls may not be the safest places for small children to spend the day after Thanksgiving. Overstressed shoppers

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running on fumes and long lines at the checkout counters can make things unsafe for small kids and try their patience. Shoppers who plan to shop on Black Friday should leave their small children home with a spouse or relative to avoid accident or injury.

PARK IN WELL-LIT AREAS

Parking can be hard to find on Black Friday. But shoppers should not give in and park far away from stores in poorly lit areas of parking lots. Doing so makes shoppers vulnerable to theft or attack.

BE ATTENTIVE IN THE PARKING LOT

In addition to keeping an eye out for prospective thieves or attackers, Black Friday shoppers should be mindful of motorists in the parking lots. Tired shoppers may be focused on getting home and speed through parking lots.

Stay alert to avoid exhausted drivers.

SHOP LOCAL

If camping out, late nights and huge crowds don’t sound appealing to you try considering shopping local. Not only will you avoid the madness and long lines, but you will support people in your community. How’s that for spreading holiday cheer?

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TRAVEL TIPS Holidays are about spending time with family, but today that often means travel. Whether it’s by car, plane or train, holiday travel does not have to be a pain! Follow these tips from AARP and The Travel Channel as a guideline for future destinations.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE

Does interstate driving make you nervous?

Would you rather steer clear of windy back-roads? Don’t wait until the day of your drive to punch an address into your GPS or maps app. Check different route options and choose the route that is best for you and the time you have available.

If you are driving with kids (or impatient parents) find places to stop on the way to break up the long ride.

DO YOUR RESEARCH

In the same vein, make sure to check airline restrictions when flying ahead of time. Don’t be caught unaware of restrictions for carry-on luggage or fees for checked bags.

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STAY CONNECTED

The great thing about technology and travel is that there is always an app to help make things easier. Apps like GateGuru can give you approximate times you’ll spend in line through airport security while GasBuddy and SitOrSquat can help you on the road for finding the best gas prices and cleanest bathrooms.

PACK SNACKS

Keep in mind airline rules when flying, but make sure to have snacks on any flight or ride. It’s important to stay fueled and focused when you travel to stave off hanger and make sure you don’t miss your exit.

PACK EARPLUGS AND MAKE A PLAYLIST

Whether you’re flying or driving, it’s important to keep your mind busy and escape stressful surroundings. A playlist doesn’t always have to be music. Pick a good audiobook or podcast to get lost in to keep you busy when there are babies crying or your sister-in-law is telling the story of her boss’s lumpectomy again.

SHIP GIFTS OR GIVE GIFT CARDS

A TSA suggestion is to ship wrapped gifts or make sure you wait until you reach your destination to wrap gifts when flying during the holidays. Wrapped gifts can be deemed suspicious and security will have to unwrap and open the gift to inspect it. If all else fails, give gift cards to ensure you stay away from problems on the way.

PRINT YOUR TICKET AND AVOID THE TICKET COUNTER

There is no need to stand in line at the ticket counter at the airport when you’re already going to have to wait in line for security. If you have purchased

your ticket in advance you can print your boarding passes at home, pull them up on your smartphone or get them at an airport kiosk. If you have an e-ticket, carry a printout of your itinerary. If you are checking bags, you can even use the curbside service to save yourself from the line.

TRAVEL DURING OFF-PEAK TIMES AND DAYS

Everyone gets stuck in last minute holiday travel now and again, but if you can prevent it and leave early or choose a time early or late in the day. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is the biggest travel day of the year. To keep clear of the crowds and traffic, leave the night before. Plus, flight statistics show that planes traveling earlier in the morning are more likely to be on time and if a flight is cancelled there are more flights available earlier in the day. Most importantly, getting to where you’re going a little early gives you time to rest up and be fresh for whatever your planning.

GET TO THE AIRPORT EARLY AND LEAVE EXTRA TIME BETWEEN CONNECTING FLIGHTS

It is incredibly important to leave extra time for security, problems with luggage, ticket issues, delays or other problems.

Even if you’re planning to fly on an offday, you may run into another issue. But you also shouldn’t have to dread spending extra time at the airport. If your only vision of airports is security lines and uncomfortable chairs around the gates, it may be time to rethink your experience.

Many airports have attached malls, art exhibitions, shops, restaurants and some spa and yoga rooms. Getting there early or having a longer layover is a lot more pleasant to think about when you consider that you can browse, drink a glass of wine and get a massage.

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THINK AHEAD AND PLAN FOR PROBLEMS

If you think ahead about what to do in a situation where things have gone wrong and prepared, you’re less likely to be stuck with a headache. Give yourself extra time and, when driving, pack a spare tire, flashlights, first aid and equipment for whatever conditions you may be driving through.

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If you are flying, make sure you reserve parking or plan for a ride. Airport parking often fills up around the holidays, but nearby lots with a short shuttle ride can

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HOLIDAY BUDGETING For many, holiday celebrations can be fun, but stressful. When worrying about how to make the season merry and bright without breaking the budget, consider these tips from the American Bankers Association.

MAKE A LIST (AND CHECK IT TWICE) Keep a list of people that are attending your parties or who you want to give gifts. Make a list of how much you would spend on each person and you will have an idea of what to look for when shopping.

SHOP FOR BARGAINS

Once you know who and what you are looking for, you can shop around for the best deals. Look for deals on shipping when you purchase your items together if you’re shopping online.

WATCH OUT FOR IMPULSE SHOPPING AND SPENDING

Buy what’s on your list. If you’ve forgotten someone, add them to the list and adjust where needed. Straying from the budget can get out of hand. Plus, impulse shopping can lead to items being forgotten when it comes time to exchange gifts.

MAKE A PLAN FOR OTHER EXPENSES

Unfortunately, life goes on throughout the holiday season. Make sure to think about your regular spending as well as things like postage for cards or gifts that will be shipped, wrapping, decorations, food and travel.

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REVIEW YOUR SPENDING FROM LAST YEAR

Those of us who have had to prepare budgets for business know that the best way to plan for next year is to look at the spending we’ve already seen in the past. Looking at your spending last year will give you a good idea of what to expect this year.

KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS AND TRACK YOUR SPENDING

Not only will this help you to prepare for next year, it will also keep track as your expenses add up. Seeing the totals will provide you with a reality check as to how much more you can afford to spend.

ONLY TAKE WHAT CREDIT YOU WILL NEED

If you plan to use credit cards during the holidays only take the credit cards you will need and limit those to as few as possible. You will have to pay these back in the coming months. Make sure to check your statements carefully and report any unauthorized charges.

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MARK SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 WRITER: AMBER KELLY

Small Business Saturday 2019 is around the corner and communities across the countr y are gearing up for a day of supporting small businesses. Small Business Saturday is more than just a day to shop for the holidays. It’s a nationwide movement that shines a spotlight on the importance of supporting locally owned small businesses in communities across the countr y. And Main Street organizations, like Historic Newburgh, Inc., are some of the biggest and best champions of the Shop Small movement.

American Express launched Small Business Saturday in 2010,

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when small businesses were hurting during the midst of the economic recession. It takes place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year, sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Small Business Saturday will take place in 2019 on Saturday, November 30. The Shop Small movement encourages shoppers to think of local, small businesses as they shop for gifts for the holidays, grab a coffee, or stop for a bite to eat.

Small Business Saturday continues to be an annual holiday shopping tradition — just one part of the larger Shop Small Movement to suppor t small businesses ever y day and ever ywhere.

According to a sur vey by American Express, in 2018, U.S. con-

DOWN IN YOUR CALENDAR! sumers repor ted spending a record high of an estimated $17.8 billion at independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business Saturday. Over the years, Small Business Saturday spending has reached a reported estimate of $103 billion since the day began in 2010.

Historic Newburgh, Inc. will host a welcome station at the corner of State Street and Jennings Street from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30, where shoppers can pick up visitors guides with a map of all the downtown businesses. The first 50 shoppers to stop by the Historic Newburgh, Inc. welcome station will receive a free Shop Small swag bag filled with Newburgh goodies.

Enjoy free live music scattered around downtown Newburgh from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while you shop.

Check the websites and social media pages of your favorite local businesses in Newburgh to see what they are planning for Small Business Saturday. Many of our merchants will participate with open houses, food and drink specials, amazing sales, and extended shopping hours.

Get out and “shop small” in Newburgh on Saturday, Nov. 30!

Because a visit to the family-owned clothing store or a stop at the neighborhood coffee shop not only supports our local economy, but also promotes a thriving community.

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SHOP SMALL BUSINESSES Supporting local businesses is easy. And shoppers who like what they see can share the good news with others on social media.

It’s the time of year when newspapers thicken with sales circulars and holiday adver tisements. Consumers looking to beat the hustle and bustle and steer clear of the crowds this year may want to pay attention to local businesses in lieu of trekking to nearby shopping malls.

Ever y time consumers visit local cof fee shops to grab a latte, pick up a dress at a nearby boutique or patronize a farmer’s market down the street, they are supporting a small business.

The Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving are some of the busiest shopping days of the season, and they also can be some of the friendliest to small businesses.

Plaid Friday was conceptualized in Oakland.

It may have been born in the Golden State, but the movement soon spread across the countr y.

Plaid Friday is an alternative to big box stores’ Black Friday bonanzas. It is designed to promote both local and independently-owned busi-

nesses during the holiday season. The name Plaid Friday was used to help people visualize the various threads of small businesses coming together to create a strong community fabric that was diverse and creativity.

Shoppers can continue their small business patronage with Small Business Saturday. This, too, is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The first event was created by American Express in conjunction with the nonprofit National Trust for Historic Preser vation. Since its inception, many small business groups, merchants and politicians have touted the event and the Shop Small® mantra. The idea is that when small businesses thrive, communities and individuals thrive along with them.

The Small Business Administration says that, since 1995, small businesses have generated 66 percent of all new jobs in the United States. One can start around the holidays and then continue all year long.

THERE ARE A NUMBER OF BIG REASONS TO SHOP SMALL: • Shopping small businesses helps give back to the community directly.

According to Civic Economics, a strategic planning business, on average 48 percent of each purchase made at independent businesses is recirculated locally through tax money and other support.

• Small business owners often strive to provide personalized, hands-on customer service. Repeat business is key to their survival, so they want to ensure shoppers are happy.

• Small businesses, since they are not beholden to corporate oversight in terms of what they sell, have greater flexibility. That allows them to offer a diverse product selection.

• Small business owners often live nearby, and they’re the people you see in town, schools and elsewhere in the local community. Many consumers are comforted to know they’re supporting their neighbors, especially during the holiday season.

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Ho, Ho, Ho Ho, Ho, Ho Ho, Ho, Ho T WARRICK COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMEN TO HOLD HOLIDAY EVENT FOR KIDS WRITER: JULIE ROSENBAUM

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Warrick County kids are once again going to have Christmas celebration held by the FOP Warrick County Law Enforcement Officers.

Deputy Dan Bullock, president of the lodge, said the party thrown by officers is so that children in need can have a holiday like they see in movies and on television.

“The kids’ Christmas party is a chance for us to make a wonderful change in a young person’s life when everything else may be filled with disparity,” Bullock said. “Our FOP is a non-profit organization that is focused on kids and community.”

The tradition of holding Christmas parties for the kids goes back to 1998. This year’s event is set to take place on Dec. 7 at FOP Lodge No. 148 in Boonville. The event starts with donations given by people of the community because of a trust that has been earned and established.

“We take this trust very seriously and it becomes reality when the children go home with their gifts, a full belly and a little love from some officer who wanted to be a part of their day,” Bullock said.

Lodge members, their spouses and usually their kids will spend an evening in November shopping from a list that was created by a teacher at their school.

“We like to bring our own kids for multiple reasons,” Bullock said. “They must learn kindness and they will give you more insight to choose the right gift. The teachers and staff at the school identify the child in need and go beyond the norm by writing a list of necessities. These may include an action figure, doll, toy and usually lots of clothes. The winter coats are always big items.”

After shopping for about 120 kids, the caravan of pick-up trucks

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are given the task of transporting all the goods, such as Santa’s sleigh, back to the FOP. The next evening the gifts are placed in bags that were donated and marked for an individual child. The next day is the day of the party, which includes pizza, chips and drinks. The students are then taken in the FOP dining hall with the tables and chairs set up for the feast before the moment that Santa arrives.

“School buses arrive synchronized like a military ceremony parked carefully in the parking lot in order to fit,” Bullock said.

“The ‘littles’ exit the bus and take a seat along with staff members.

The meal is eaten and the noise gets louder with a few Christmas songs. Then he arrives…Santa enters the room and the line of children with big eyes and smiles are plentiful. This is the feeling that makes lifetime memories for us. Seeing the kids’ faces with make a tough cop choke up. I’ve seen it.”

Bullock said they see a lot of these same children under different circumstances most of the time.

“We hand the toys to Santa and he poses with the child for a picture and then is escorted to the transportation bus for a ride back to school or home,” he said. “All too often these children do not have much to be grateful for, but this day is their Christmas and for the LEOs (Law Enforcement Officers), it’s a memory we live for. It takes a great deal of teamwork and coordination to make this happen.”

Bullock is honored to be a part of this process and the trust, along with donations primarily from their FOP auction Nov. 9, to bring a concept of kindness to these Warrick County children.

“Law Enforcement Officers are true, quiet professionals,” he said.

“...This is the feeling that makes lifetime memories for us.”

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FIREPLACE SAFETY Things to consider before warming up next to your first fire this winter

A warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late fall and throughout the winter, the fireplace can be a great place for families to gather.

Before fireplace season hits full swing, homeowners might want to brush up on a few fireplace facts so they can safely enjoy nights spent sitting by the crackling flames.

The Chimney Safety Institute of America advises homeowners with fireplaces to hire a CSIA-certified chimney sweep to clean their fireplaces. After a lengthly period of non-use, various issues could be affecting the chimney, many of which might not be noticeable to an untrained eye. Professional, certified chimney sweeps have extensive knowledge of fireplaces, making them valuable resources who can let homeowners know if any safety issues developed since fireplaces were last used.

The National Protection Agency recommends that chimneys be swept at least once per year.

A full inspection of the chimney might be in order as well. Chimney service technicians will conduct thorough examinations of readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior and interior and accessible portions of the appliance and the chimney connection. The CSIA recommends that homeowners who plan to use their chimneys as they have in the past request a Level 1 inspection, which will examine the soundness of the chimney structure and flue as well as the basic appliance installation and connections. Technicians also

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will verify if the chimney is free of obstruction and combustible deposits.

Homeowners also should inspect their chimney dampers before lighting their first fires of the season. Dampers should open and close smoothly. If not, a ser vice technician can help fix or replace the damper.

Firewood is another thing homeowners must consider before lighting their first fires of the season. The CSIA says that well-seasoned firewood works best, noting that wood that is not well-seasoned will produce more smoke than heat. In addition, the home improvement resource This Old House recommends using dense wood that’s been split and stored in a high and dr y place for at least six months. Oak is an example of dense wood that, when stored properly, can make for an enjoyable fireplace experience. Avoid softwoods like pine. Pine can produce a lot of creosote, which is a byproduct of wood combustion. Creosote is highly flammable, and as it builds up in a chimney, the risk for a chimney fire increases. Choosing the right wood, making sure it’s well-seasoned and having a chimney professionally cleaned can reduce the risk of a creosote-related chimney fire. A Level 1 inspection should determine if there are potentially dangerous levels of creosote deposits in the chimney.

Before nestling up to a fireplace this winter, homeowners should consider a host of factors and safety measures to ensure their fireplaces are safe and ready for the season ahead.

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HOLIDAYS WRITER: JULIE ROSENBAUM Now everywhere you look, decorations are being sold. Thanksgiving and Christmas items abound. There is a special feeling that children and parents alike start to share. There is an excitement about gifts, big meals, lots of candy and goodies and pure joy.

We are already seeing Thanksgiving wreaths and turkeys on lawns. It always makes a neighborhood look so much nicer to see the new colors and decorations on every street. Thanksgiving plans are being made. Some have the big dinner at their homes and have family over. Sweet potato pies are in the oven and green bean salad is cooling in the fridge. This is also the time of year when many travel. Some take planes to celebrate with loved ones who live far away. The highways are packed with cars full of happy people taking a ride to celebrate with friends and loved ones. Pumpkin pies and whipped cream are some of the favorite Thanksgiving treats.

Many kids are helping mom bake holiday cookies and cakes and it is a joyous time. The toys in all the stores are giving children dreams of Christmas and Santa’s visit. I can’t think of a more magical time for little ones. So we are coming into the time when Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming up and so are the dreams. Houses will soon be lit up with lights and statues of reindeer on the lawn, and windows will have decorations and every place you see looks welcoming.

Radios are playing “White Christmas,” “Let It Snow,” “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” and “Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” The world has a different feeling during holiday time. More smiles, more giving and hope and happiness seem to prevail. For this short time, perhaps we can forget the tragedies on the news and around the world. Maybe we can try to prioritize the happy things and try to just feel that feeling.

All the celebrations and parties are exciting and fun for so many, however, we have to remember that not everybody is singing “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.” Steve Luzader, a Newburgh therapist, said people who have a history of major depressive illness also a history of problems during the holidays. For those who are sad during the holidays there is appropriate care. Exercise, good nutrition and limited use of alcohol is helpful. Focusing on what you have is important. Being of service to others always helps make us feel better. Always remembering that it is a season with a beginning and ending and being creative helps.

Those big houses on the hill with thousands of lights and many luxury cars stacked with gifts that we see in the movies are usually just in the movies. Let’s hang those stockings and bake those gingerbread cookies and play “White Christmas” on the stereo. Keep it as simple as possible and let the little ones leave cookies for Santa. Just remember that there are those of us who have only far away family and nobody else around. However, friends and other people are always near to wish happy holidays to and in all actuality, it is a wonderful life.

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