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THE GIVING ISSUE

Three-year-old Andrew Eichstadt is among the nearly 30 percent of Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children who need food assistance.

Can You Help? From rebuilding Joplin, Mo., to assisting the littlest customers at a food pantry in Portland, Ore., Americans are pitching in to get through the hard times. How you can join this parade of giving.

Personality Walter Scott,s

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Q: Would Ralph Macchio ever do another Karate Kid movie? —Stephanie Whitley, Smithfield, Va.

A: “No, I don’t have a

WALTER SCOTT ASKS …

Tom Colicchio

The restaurateur and cookbook author, 49, is head judge of Top Chef (season nine, set in Texas, is airing now on Bravo, Wednesdays, 10 p.m. ET). Do your restaurant patrons offer critiques of your food?

Every day! If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard someone jokingly say, “Pack your knives and go!” It’s like, “Oh, wow, I haven’t heard that one before.”

desire to,” says Macchio, 50. “It seems like a different franchise now.” The father of two is working on a teen driving safety campaign for State Farm in which he teaches his son, 16, the rules of the road (for the videos, go to Parade.com /macchio). He’s also producing a reality show about Gypsies for the National Geographic Channel, due in the spring.

You love to ﬁsh. Have you ever caught anything you couldn’t turn into a good meal? I throw most

Email your questions to Walter Scott at Parade.com /contact

of my ﬁsh back. It’s really for sport. If I know I’m making dinner for people that night, I may keep one, but I don’t cut them up and put them in the freezer.

How many languages does Alex Trebek speak? —R. Compton, Bridgeport, Tex.

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Q: Has Jennifer Nettles been approached to play Janis Joplin in a biopic?

Five, including English. “I can get by in Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Swahili,” says the Jeopardy! host, 71. “But don’t expect much in Hawaiian and Welsh.”

—Shi, Tracy, Calif.

A: “Not ofﬁcially, but I’ve

heard it thrown around by fans,” says the Sugarland singer, 37. She’d consider playing Joplin but admits, “It would be intimidating. She’s such a legendary character!” Next up, Nettles returns as host of the CMA Country Christmas

special, airing Dec. 1 (ABC, 9 p.m. ET). And she’s looking forward to the holidays after two years on the road. “My favorite part of Christmas is the smell of home,” she says. “The tree, food cooking, mulled wine, cinnamon.”

What’s your favorite meal from childhood?

I grew up Italian-American in New Jersey, and we made Sunday gravy—what most people would call marinara sauce—with meatballs and sausage. Every Sunday, we started eating around 4 o’clock. And in the summer, I would go crabbing with my grandfather. We boiled crabs and put them in marinara sauce to make crab gravy. There’s nothing like it.

Q: Brooke Shields has

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—Winston Crowley, Wooster, Ohio

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appeared in many musicals. Has she had professional voice training?

A: “Yes! I get vocal coachLetters to Walter Scott can be sent to P.O. Box 5001, Grand Central Station, New York, N.Y. 10163-5001

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ing through all of my shows, and even when I’m

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not doing a show, I work with my coach to keep my voice strong,” says Shields, 46, who ends her run on Broadway in The Addams Family on Dec. 31. The actress’s latest ﬁlm project is The Greening of Whitney Brown, in theaters now.

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money, entertainment, and more WHAT COUNTS IN THE ARTS IS BEING SINCERE. YOU MUST BE YOURSELF AND HOPE THE AUDIENCE LIKES YOU.”

fervor. What is that like? I have to place all the adulation and admiration on a scale, and on the other side put all those who have been hating me for many years.

Do you travel with any special keepsakes? No, but I do like to practice with a ﬂute when I’m warming up my voice. It helps my breathing, and it’s relaxing.

Do you mean classical music critics? Some have been hard on you. I’m not affected very much by criticism that has no reason. There are critics who are honest and those who are just not objective. I’m never interested in looking at things from the negative side.

Your extended family lives in Tuscany, including your two teenage sons. What’s a typical day with them like? My sons are 16 and 14, old enough that we can do a lot of things together. They love the sea, for instance, so we can go out on a boat, and that is always a pleasure.

Do you get gifts from female admirers? Yes. Things like that have happened. Perfumed notes.

When you’re home, do you cook? Sometimes I make pasta. But nothing else. I’m not a great cook. It’s dangerous to eat my food.

Ever blushed at such a note? I’m not that shy. Not in life— only on the stage. I’ve often felt stage fright. How does that affect you? It affects my heart rate. Then my hands become sweaty and cold.

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Andrea Bocelli The beloved tenor opens up about stage fright, unexpected success, and the notes he gets from fans

drizzle-soaked concert in New York’s Central Park, Andrea Bocelli lets the sun shine in. He welcomes Céline Dion onstage for their duet, “The Prayer,” and the audience, estimated at 60,000, whoops like football fans celebrating a touchdown. The concert, airing Dec. 2 on PBS (check local listings) and also available on CD/DVD, is proof that not even Mother Nature can rain on Bocelli’s parade. At 53, the blind,

Tuscan-born tenor remains a crowd-pleasing master of pop ballads, traditional songs, and opera alike. Bocelli (and his translator) talked with Steve Daly in New York.

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PARADE Your 1999 Sacred Arias is the all-time best-selling album by a classical soloist. Did that surprise you? My company said, joking, “Probably you will sell this album only to your relatives.” Nobody realized this music would have so much appeal. Your fans, many of them women, seem to follow you with an almost religious

Can fear be a useful tool for an artist? Fear is never useful, because it weakens you. But a certain tension can help you become more expressive onstage. Your nickname as a child was Earthquake. Why? I was never still. My parents were always holding their breath, because they didn’t know what would come next. I remember that I broke, willingly, a bunch of toys, because I wanted to see what was inside.

DONATE YOUR OLD BICYCLE When your sole mode of transport is your own two feet, a bicycle can make all the difference. Wheels of Change ships used bikes (plus seats, wheels, and helmets) from the U.S. to Africa, where they’re sold or rented at low cost; schoolchildren and medical volunteers ride for free. To find a donation facility near you, visit wocinternational.org.

You’ve said in interviews that you miss your father, who passed away in 2000. My father was not a musician, but he believed very much in me. He knew that I had to overcome difﬁculties in life. [Bocelli had congenital glaucoma and lost his sight completely at age 12 after a sports accident.] Unfortunately, when I began my career, he was sick and had to stay at home. But every night I called him. He was always telling me, “You have to go sing in America.” So all of the [American] concerts I’ve done—Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, the Metropolitan [Opera], and now Central Park—these are all things I would have liked to live with him.

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Q: My brother gave me a gift that seemed familiar … then it dawned on me: I had given him that very present last year. I was so upset. Is it ever okay to regift?

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—Penny G., Los Angeles

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A: Your brother made a mortifying faux pas, but his intentions were good, and he clearly thought this was something you’d want. (You probably did, if you liked it enough to give to someone, right?) As a general rule, though, there’s nothing wrong with regifting. “I’m 100 percent for regifting, as long as you follow certain rules,” says Patricia Rossi, author of Everyday Etiquette: How to Navigate 101 Common and Uncommon Social Situations. “Always rewrap the gift beautifully and add a new card. Remove any tags that could indicate you received it as a present. Never regift in the same social circle. If you received something from a coworker, regift to someone you don’t work with. Don’t pass on anything that looks even remotely used. And make sure it’s something the recipient will actually like.” I’d add a ﬁnal rule: Check the value of the item. Sometimes looks can be deceiving. —Judith Newman

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How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions in myself or a family member? • Pay close attention to any changes, especially sudden changes, in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. This is very important when an antidepressant medicine is started or when the dose is changed. • Call the healthcare provider right away to report new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings. • Keep all follow-up visits with the healthcare provider as scheduled. Call the healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you have concerns about symptoms. Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: • acting on dangerous impulses • thoughts about suicide or dying • feeling very agitated or restless • trouble sleeping (insomnia) • an extreme increase in activity and talking • attempts to commit suicide (mania) • new or worse depression • acting aggressive, being angry or violent • panic attacks • other unusual changes in behavior or mood • new or worse anxiety What else do I need to know about antidepressant medicines? • Never stop an antidepressant medicine without first talking to a healthcare provider. Stopping an antidepressant medicine suddenly can cause other symptoms. • Antidepressants are medicines used to treat depression and other illnesses. It is important to discuss all the risks of treating depression and also the risks of not treating it. Patients and their families or other caregivers should discuss all treatment choices with the healthcare provider, not just the use of antidepressants. • Antidepressant medicines have other side effects. Talk to the healthcare provider about the side effects of the medicine prescribed for you or your family member. • Antidepressant medicines can interact with other medicines. Know all of the medicines that you or your family member takes. Keep a list of all medicines to show the healthcare provider. Do not start new medicines without first checking with your healthcare provider. • Not all antidepressant medicines prescribed for children are FDA approved for use in children. Talk to your child’s healthcare provider for more information. Important Information about Pristiq Read the patient information that comes with Pristiq before you take Pristiq and each time you refill your prescription. There may be new information. If you have questions, ask your healthcare provider. 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Make a list of staples. Write down the products your family uses regularly, not just what you need this week. Attach relevant coupons and bring the list to the store with you. Stock up on these items whenever they’re on sale.

Try one-stop shopping. Racing all over town for bargains will leave you stressed. Do a little research by calling around ﬁrst. Questions to ask: Do you have loyalty cards for extra savings? Are there special deals on certain days? Can a manufacturer’s coupon and a store coupon be used together? The answers could help save you time and money. For more ways to save on your groceries, check out dashrecipes .com/serve

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Parade Picks

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time together. Williams summons up Marilyn’s essence without impersonating her, and Kenneth Branagh is a ﬁne Laurence Olivier, her costar and director.

BREAK THE SPELL

ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (rated PG) From Aardman,

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THE BETRAYAL OF TRUST

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Susan Hill, ﬁction ($25)

Flooding English rains expose the skeleton of a much-loved local girl who vanished 16 years earlier. As crime techs comb the site, they discover another set of remains—but no one ever reported a second young woman missing. Hill, an award-winning novelist, shows just how good crime writing can be in this sixth installment of her series featuring Chief Superintendent Simon Serrailler.

the Wallace & Gromit animators, comes a tale ﬁlled with heart and clever touches the whole family can enjoy. Santa’s bombastic son Steve (voiced by Hugh Laurie) has turned presentdelivering into something so

high-tech that a spacecraft not unlike the Starship Enterprise is involved. But when one little girl’s gift gets left behind, it’s up to clumsy

younger son Arthur (James McAvoy) and his grandfather (Bill Nighy) to get the old sleigh out of mothballs and save Christmas Day.

Daughtry ($15) Fans of former American Idol ﬁnalist Chris Daughtry and his band of emotive rockers won’t be disappointed by their third album, a likable mix of grufﬂy sensitive power ballads and towering arena-rock anthems that showcase Daughtry’s dynamic baritone to great effect. These guys know what works for them, and they do it well, especially on the hard-driving “Renegade” and the comparatively tender “Start of Something Good.”

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HOLIDAY MOVIES & SPECIALS ALL SEASON LONG!

Orville Redenbacher Flavored Popcorn Redenbacher’s new ﬂavors, Sea Salt and Vinegar, White Cheddar, and Extra Cheese, will spice up family night. HOW IT WORKS Pop it in the microwave, then sprinkle on the seasoning; each bag has its own packet, so you control the taste. WHERE TO GET IT Your local supermarket (from $1.19/bag) WHY WE LOVE IT

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MY WEEK WITH MARILYN (rated R)

Michelle Williams is getting high praise for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in this drama set during ﬁlming of the 1957 comedy The Prince and the Showgirl. Young Colin Clark (Eddie Redmayne), on whose memoirs this movie is based, was assigned to babysit the mercurial star, then married to Arthur Miller (Dougray Scott, above with Williams). He found her by turns charming, seductive, fragile, and tortured during their

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LEND H A HAND It’s been a brutal year, but this holiday season, you can help fellow Americans get back on their feet. Here’s how.

doubt about it, 2011 has been tough: floods, wildfires, a longO No standing war, and a cratered economy that has taken a toll on all of us. Our domestic needs are so immense, experts have even coined a term for that what-can-I-do feeling: compassion fatigue. But the editors of PARADE believe Americans still want to help—if they know what needs to be done. That’s why, on this first Sunday of the holiday season, we’re spotlighting some folks and causes that could use a boost. In this Giving Issue, we tell you how $10 can keep a family warm; how to bring peace of mind to tornadoravaged Joplin, Mo.; even how to make an Olympic hopeful’s dreams come true. And if you’re short on cash but want to pitch in, we have a few ideas for you, too. Americans’ needs won’t end when the holiday season is over, but we hope this issue puts us one step closer to making 2012 a better year for all of us.

HELP A NEEDY FAMILY MEET THEIR MORTGAGE

Imagine struggling to keep a roof over your family’s head while caring for a gravely ill child. Scott and Debbie Gout of Deltona, Fla., had two sons born with a rare disease (mitochondrial encephalopathy) that prevents the body from converting food and oxygen into energy. Their first son, Christopher, died just before his fifth birthday. Their second son, Matthew, 8, continues to battle the disease every day. Debbie left her job in 2004 to become a full-time caregiver, and the couple eventually took out a second mortgage. Now, with limited income and the collapse of the housing market in Florida, they are in danger of losing their home as well as their other son. Each year, the Gradient Gives Back Community Outreach Program assists families in financial straits by paying their mortgage or lease for a full 12 months; in the case of the Gouts, financial counselor Gabriel Burgos will also provide free service for life. PARADE readers can donate to the Gradient Gives Back Foundation, which oversees the program, to help the Gouts and, hopefully, other qualified families. // To learn more, go to gradientgivesback.com

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Act Now to Stop a New

HIV/AIDS Crisis

P Andrew Eichstadt, 3, and his three siblings are among the children served by the Kelly SUN pantry in Portland.

2 Feed Hungry Children in Oregon

It’s not a place most people equate with

hunger, but according to Feeding America’s 2011 Meal Gap study, Oregon has the nation’s highest rate of “child food insecurity.” About 252,000 kids—or nearly 30 percent of the state’s youth— aren’t sure where their next meal is coming from, and 13 percent have at

least one unemployed parent. The Oregon Food Bank Network has distributed 1 million food boxes to families so far this year—a 12 percent increase over 2010. The Kelly SUN pantry in Portland provides food to nearly 60 families each month, including that of 3-year-

old Andrew Eichstadt. “My husband and I both work full-time, but we make minimum wage, and some months it’s either pay our bills or buy food,” says his mom, Nichole. Feeding one child for 10 days (30 meals) requires only $10. // To learn more, go to oregonfood bank.org

Here are some disturbing statistics: AIDS is now the third leading cause of death among African-American women in their 30s and 40s, and the number of new infections among gay and bisexual black men under 30 increased 48 percent between 2006 and 2009 (the latest U.S. ﬁgures available). This epidemic’s epicenter falls in the South, where poverty and lack of affordable health care are thwarting education, testing, and treatment. Patrick Packer, executive director of the Southern AIDS Coalition, says that the 16 southern states and the District of Columbia account for nearly half of the country’s new infections. His organization is out to “save one community of young people at a time,” but it needs your help. First up: Columbia, S.C., located in Richland County, which Packer says has one of the nation’s highest concentrations of HIV/AIDS cases and has taken ongoing hits to health care funding. The coalition plans to screen 5,000 atrisk youth and ﬁnd proper care for those who test positive. “If we can turn the tide in Columbia,” he says, “we can do it anywhere.”// To learn more, go to southernaidscoalition.org

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter a 2-quart rectangular casserole dish. 2. In a blender or food processor, puree 1 cup corn kernels with melted butter and eggs. 3. In a large bowl, combine all remaining ingredients except Parmesan. Add pureed corn and mix well. Pour into casserole

dish, sprinkle with Parmesan, and bake for 30 minutes, or until puffed and golden. Cook’s note: If the top isn’t browned but the pudding looks set, place it under a preheated broiler for a couple of minutes, until golden spots appear. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn. SERVES: 12 | PER SERVING:

270 calories, 13g carbs, 9g protein, 20g fat, 85mg cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 1g ﬁber

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