Homemaker Newsletter April 2016

Transcription

1 FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Homemaker Newsletter April 2016 The Daviess County Extension Homemakers will travel to Lexington, KY to participate in the FREE Ovarian Cancer Screenings offered by University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center on May 25, This will be a day trip. We plan to carpool and take the Extension office van. Please mark this date on your calendar if you would like to participate. We will leave the office at 7:30 a.m. For more information about the Ovarian Cancer Screenings Research Program please visit- ovarianscreenings.info/ *Please call the Extension Office to sign up no later than Friday, May 13* Cooperative Extension Service Daviess County 4800A New Hartford Road Owensboro, KY (270) Fax: (270) April 18 Homemaker Executive Council Meeting - 4:00 p.m. April KEHA State Meeting Covington, KY April 21 Diabetes Education/Support Group - 5:30 p.m. April 29 Lesson for April Green Cleaning Recipes & Techniques / Plant Exchange Roll Call Describe your favorite Easter outfit/hat? Thought of the Month To have a good friend is one of the highest delights of life, to be a good friend is one of the noblest and the most difficult undertakings. - Anonymous April is National Pecan Month The average pecan tree produces 25 to 45 pounds of pecans every other year. Albany Georgia, with approximately 600,000 pecan trees is the pecan capital of the United States. It takes approximately 186 pecans to make a pecan pie. Book Club - 11:30 a.m. May 16 Homemaker Advisory Council Meeting - 4:00 p.m. Each county Homemaker organization has been asked to provide a themed basket for the KEHA state meeting in April. Daviess County s basket this year will be a Coffee & Tea theme. If possible we would like for each club to provide at least 1 item for the Coffee & Tea basket to the Extension Office no later than Thursday, April 14.

2 Green River Area Homemakers will be traveling to Princeton, KY for a day trip on Friday, May 6 and would like to invite you to join them! We will take the Extension Office van and plan to leave the Daviess County Extension office at 8:45 a.m. that morning. The group will tour the Adsmore House then have lunch and shop in downtown Princeton. We will return to Daviess County at approximately 4:30 p.m. that afternoon. Cost will be $ $7.00 per person for the tour and lunch/shopping costs will be on your own. *If you would like to attend please call the Extension Office to RSVP no later than Friday, April 29.* Daviess County Homemakers Annual Meeting Theme: 2016 National Olympics June 21, 2016 Asparagus Tomato Salad Ingredients: Yield: 6 servings 1 pound of fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 small zucchini, halved and cut into 1/4 inch slices 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon honey mustard 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1/4 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Directions: Place the asparagus and zucchini in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 inch of boiling water. Cover and steam for 2 minutes. Rinse in cold water. In large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, seasoned salt and honey mustard. Pour over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Toss in tomatoes and green onions. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and parsley. Nutritional Analysis: 110 calories, 7 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 5 mg cholesterol, 35 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 4 g protein First Baptist Church 230 JR Miller Blvd Owensboro, KY Registration - 5:30 p.m. Meal - 6:00 p.m. *More details will follow* Mary Higginbotham Daviess County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences

3 Daviess County Cooperative Extension Office 4800A New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY

4

5 Like us on Facebook! Facebook.com/MoneyWise Volume 8, Issue 4 View our videos! Visit our website! What You Should Know About Routine Home Maintenance Home ownership is a major financial investment. Maintaining your home is a daily commitment that helps to protect your investment and ensures that you and your family are living in the safest environment possible. Over the years, routine home maintenance will save you time, money, and effort. Fortunately, home maintenance is something that most homeowners can do by themselves. The only requirement is to pay close attention to the wear and tear that your home endures. For any necessary repairs, you can choose to either tackle the job yourself or to hire an outside contractor. As with any project, be sure that you have the skills, knowledge, and time required to make the repair. Home maintenance experts recommend that homeowners complete an inspection of their home every fall and spring. The following guidelines will help you adopt the habit of routine home

6 for and repair any leaks coming from faucets or hoses. maintenance: Foundation and basement. It is a good idea to be on the lookout for any sign of water or mold as well as any insect or rodent activity. If you discover any of these issues, be quick to eliminate the source. House exterior. If you own a house with siding, look for loose pieces or chipped and peeling paint. Make any necessary repairs as needed. Brickwork must also be inspected repair bricks and mortar as needed. Wooden trim around windows and doors is subject to decay and damage, either as the result of weather or termites, so be sure to address these issues as they arise. Windows and walls. In order to maintain your home and to save on your heating and cooling costs, inspect the weather stripping and caulking around all windows and doors, making repairs as needed. Roof. On average, a roof will last for 20 to 25 years if properly maintained. You can maintain your roof by: cleaning gutters and downspouts, ensuring that downspouts are directed away from the house; checking flashing to make sure that it is securely fastened; replacing loose or missing roof shingles; inspecting the chimney for any damage, and checking the attic for any signs of moisture penetration. If you are not comfortable being on the roof, consider hiring a professional. Appliances. The expected lifespan of most household appliances (range/oven, refrigerator/ freezer, clothes washer, clothes dryer, dishwasher, and water heater) is between 12 to 15 years, depending on how well you maintain them. It is important to make sure that you routinely clean your appliances. Dust refrigerator and freezer coils, check the seals on refrigerator and freezer doors, routinely clean the dryer vent, and clean the vent on the range hood. Plumbing. Small leaks can easily become a plumbing nightmare. Be sure to routinely check Heating and cooling systems. A well maintained heating and cooling system may last up to 25 years. Regularly scheduled inspections of these systems are important and can be done by any licensed professional. Be sure to replace air filters at the beginning of every season and clean any ductwork and vents as needed. In summary, conducting routine maintenance on your home will help you to identify and address minor issues before they turn into major problems. Every homeowner is well aware that household parts and appliances wear out over time. Consequently, preventative repairs extend the life of many household appliances and are less expensive in the long run. You may also want to consider including a maintenance fund in your family budget. Experts recommend that you budget one to two percent of the purchase price of your home for yearly maintenance and repairs. Remember, what may cost you a few dollars today could cost you hundreds or thousands next year, making routine household maintenance a great use of your time! Become a fan of MoneyWi$e on Facebook! Facebook.com/MoneyWise By: Kristyn Jackson, LMFT, Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Family Sciences, University of Kentucky Jennifer Hunter, Ph.D. Assistant Professor / Extension Specialist in Family Financial Management University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service (859) / [email protected] Stock images: 123RF.com