No
ovem
mber N
News
s
Southfie
eld Neig
ghborhood Netw
work Lea
arning C
Center
2011
2
Well,, it’s happened, fall is really upon
n us and win
nter will be fast approa
aching.
Altho
ough the we
eather has been
b
pretty
y nice we sh
hould be thiinking toward colder
weatther and ma
aking sure th
hat the kidss are bundle
ed up for th
he buses and the long
walkss to school. The Center has a few extra pair o
of mittens a
and gloves a
and I will be
e
happ
py to share what
w
we have just let me
m know. T
This has notthing to do w
with the
weatther but it does
d
have to
o do with sh
haring; pleaase rememb
ber that The
e Center
usually has extra
a bread and
d bagels ava
ailable, so iff you are ru
unning shortt stop in and
see me.
m
WOW! What a day we had
d at the Centter for
Halloween! T
Thanks to ourr new friendss, Erin, Jason
and Emily we
e had a day w
we won’t easiily forget. Th
he
fun started w
with pumpkin
n decorating tthen on to
games, we m
made camel a
apples and cupcakes. We
ate tons of h
hot dogs and p
popcorn wash
hed it all
down with so
ome harvest p
punch. Everyyone had a
great time a nd we look fo
orward to som
me things
planned for N
November!
Nov
vember Activitie
A
es-
Nove
ember 2 is build
b
a “he
ealthy snack
k” day, the
e 9th we willl “decorate
e t-shirts”
th
for the holiday,, the 16 brings
b
“Than
nksgiving d ecorating “
“, 21st is “hand
turke
ey” day and
d on the 30
0th we will begin
b
making cards an
nd gatherin
ng things to
o
send to our troo
ops for the holiday! Busy, busy, busy….com
me join us ffor any of
these
e activitiess it’s for the
e young and
d old alike!!
TUR
RKEY TRIV
VIA
Doe
es eating turkey
t
make you sleepy?
s
No. Itt's a myth. You
Y can't pin
n post-dinne
er drowsinesss on the Tha
anksgiving b
bird. The
most likely culprrit is high carbohydrate intake from
m a big multiicourse meal. The
m the brain to the
letha
argy you exp
perience can be attributted to blood rushing from
stomach to aid digestion. Re
ecent studies have assocciated L-tryp
ptophan, an
n essential
amino acid, to drowsiness. Although
A
it occurs
o
naturrally in turke
ey, you'd havve to
consu
ume massive
e amounts of meat on an empty sto
omach for it to cause an
ny sedative
effec
ct.
Do all
a turkey
ys gobble??
It's a guy thing. Only
O
toms go
obble. Hens make a cliccking noise.
Can turkeys fly?
Dome
esticated turkeys can't, but wild turrkeys can flyy up to 55 m
mph for shorrt distances.
They''re also fast on their fee
et, hitting la
and speeds o
of up to 25 m
mph.
Cranberries?
The word cranberry comes from the 17th century Dutch and German settlers. They
referred to the piquant fruits as cranberries because in the spring, the fruit’s plant
produces pink blossoms that resemble the head and neck of a crane. Toms gobble in
the spring and fall to attract hens for mating. In the wild, toms also like to gobble
when they hear loud sounds and when they settle in for the night. On a still day, a
gobbling turkey can be heard a mile away.
How did turkey become part of Thanksgiving?
Availability probably dictated menu choice. At the time the Pilgrims first celebrated
Thanksgiving, turkey was a dietary mainstay. In fact, they ate so much turkey that it
probably wasn't much of a treat. Turkey meat from wild and domesticated birds was
also a staple in the diet of many Indian tribes.
Was the "Turkey Trot" ballroom dance named for turkeys?
As a matter of fact, yes. Dancers circle the floor in short, jerky steps reminiscent of
the movement of turkeys.
What do you call that thing that hangs off the turkey's beak?
The flesh-like appendage that dangles from a turkey's forehead is called the "snood".
It's very long on male turkeys and hangs down over the beak.
What's that fleshy red growth at the turkey's neck?
The anatomically correct term is "wattle". When a tom is feeling amorous, the wattle
and the snood become very bright red.
What do turkeys eat?
Our turkeys are primarily fed corn and soybean meal that's fortified with vitamins
and minerals; kind of like a multivitamin for turkeys. They ingest no hormones or
steroids.
Has Thanksgiving always been celebrated on the same day?
In 1863, Abraham Lincoln officially set aside the last Thursday in November as a day
for national thanksgiving, praise and prayer. Hoping that an extra seven days in the
Christmas shopping season would be a boon to retailers, Franklin Roosevelt moved the
date forward a week in 1939. His decision proved unpopular and two years later,
Congress passed a law that restored Thanksgiving to the last Thursday in November.
Now that we have shared some trivia; stop in and fill in the trivia sheets and
see if you can answer enough questions to win a great prize!
Great American Smoke Out
This year, the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smoke out is Nov. 17. This event, celebrating its 35th anniversary, promotes efforts to help smokers kick the habit. Recent statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that 21 percent of U.S. adults smoke cigarettes. While this represents an improvement from previous levels, tobacco use remains among the leading causes of preventable illness. In fact, there is evidence that for smokers, tobacco cessation is the single most important health decision that will improve both quality of life and life expectancy. Cigarette smoking is linked to both of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States: heart disease and cancer. Many cancers are linked to cigarette use, including lung cancer – for which cigarette smoking is the single most significant risk factor. Smoking is linked to other diseases as well, most notably emphysema and chronic bronchitis, which are chronic lung diseases that accelerate lung aging and lead to uncomfortable breathing‐related symptoms. Stopping smoking is by no means easy. Many estimates indicate that it takes several attempts to successfully kick the cigarette habit permanently. Many lifelong smokers will attest to the fact that they want to quit but find it difficult. Many also share in my recommendation to adolescents and young adults not to start this unhealthy habit in the first place. Yet for those who want to stop smoking, there is help. The American Cancer Society recommends that smokers set a date to quit and begin making preparations. That is what the Great American Smoke out is all about? Now is a good time to start planning. Start by marking your quit date on the calendar and telling family and friends of your plan. Develop your support network. There are many options ranging from joining a support group to identifying a friend or family member who successfully stopped smoking to assist you in your efforts. Ask acquaintances not to smoke around you. The national tobacco quitline, (800) QUIT‐NOW, also provides the assistance of experienced counselors to help you quit. Be sure to remove all tobacco‐related products and paraphernalia (ashtrays, lighters) from the house, car and workplace. If you smoke a lot, you may want to prepare for how to deal with nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Stock up on nicotine gum or patches, available in local pharmacies and grocery stores. You might even want to talk to your doctor ahead of time about prescribing one of a number of medications helpful in breaking the cigarette habit. If you have tried to quit smoking before, consider the challenges that you faced that might have led to failure. Think about ways to alter your routines to help you stay away from tobacco. This may include avoiding certain people, places or habits. Conssider all the benefits of permanentlly breaking the habit off cigarette u
use: enorm
mous cost‐sa
avings, imp
proved self‐cconfidence, and better h
health. Good
d luck. Rumor has it tha
at some of ou
ur Southfielld staff havee gotten a ju
ump start on
n trying to quit! Pleasse keep in
n mind thatt the holid
days are ffast approa
aching. If
f you
have
en’t signed up for gif
ft and foo
od give-a-ways do itt quickly. Avoid the
last minute rush and gett those th
hings takenn care of. If you do
on’t know
g about signing
s
up sstop at th
he Center and we ca
an
wherre to go orr how to go
help point you in the rig
ght directiion and gett you starrted. Reme
ember tha
at
Erin,, Emily and Jason are here to
o help you out with finding the help you
u
may need!
NOVEMB
BER 2011
3- Rudy Rotter Exhibit,
E
UW-M
Manitowoc, Fo
ounders Hall Art Gallery,
Dec Th
his is a rare opportunity
o
to see some of this wonderfu
ul outsider
12 arrtwork created
d by the late Rudy
R
Rotter,
ga
allery open 8 am-4:30 pm, FREE, 920-6
683-4700
4, 5 Underneath th
he Lintel, The
e Historic Forrst Inn, Tisch Mills,
Jo
oin Pat O’Brie
en—the Librarrian—who em
mbarks on a q
quest to
fin
nd out who an
nonymously re
eturned a librrary book thatt is
11
13 years overrdue. 920-683
3-2184
5 Sw
weetWater Sea
S Concerts
s/Drew Nelso
on, 620 Park S
Street,
One block eastt of the Rahr-West an auth
hentic voice o
of
co
ommunity and
d renewal, 7pm, Fee Charg
ged
5 In
nternational Food
F
Fair, Ro
oncalli High S
School, Taste
e traditional
cu
uisines from around
a
the wo
orld! There wiill also be a s ilent auction, oral
au
uction and ticket to cash ra
affle, 5:30-10::30 pm, 920-6
684-3718
5 La
akeshore Big
g Band: Ol' Blue
B
Eyes, Ca
apitol Civic C
Centre, Join
the LBB in a ce
elebration of the
t greatest h
hits of Frank S
Sinatra.
Fe
eaturing the "Mike-rophone
es" female vo
ocal quartet, F
Fee Charged,,
7:30 pm, 920-6
683-2184
5 Sh
how-Me Satu
urday's: Rem
membering th
he 1960's, Ma
anitowoc
He
eritage Cente
er, Relive the 1960's with to
oys, games, cclothing,
en
ntertainment and
a a local lo
ook at our Cou
unty.10 am,
92
20-684-4445
9 The Wonder of It All: Anaerobic Digesters, Woodland
Dunes Nature Center, All day event, call 920-793-4007
for details
10- Annie Jr., UW-Manitowoc Theatre, Join the Dare to Dream Theatre
13 Company for this performance. Fee Charged, times and details TBA
12 Chairs for Charity, Rahr West Art Museum, Purchase
a beautifully decorated chair and support local art students,
FREE, 920-686-3090
12 Hungry for History: An Evening with Mrs. Lincoln, Manitowoc
Heritage Center, Follow the story of the city of Manitowoc's first
murder. A catered meal will follow. Fee charged, 5:30 pm,
920-684-4445
12 Getaway with the Dunes: Key West in Two Rivers,
A night of tropical fun with games raffles, a cash bar, silent and
live auctions and Jimmy Buffet, sound a-likes! Fee Charged,
5-9pm, contact Jessica at 920-793-4007
12 The Chipper Experience! Where Comedy & Magic Collide,
Capitol Civic Centre, High-energy comedy combines hilarious
stand-up with original magic routines, juggling stunts, and audience
participation. Fee Charged, 3 & 7 pm, 920-683-2184
12 Rummage-A-Rama Manitowoc County Expo, Perfect for selling
or buying items like crafts, antiques,collectibles and Amish bakery.
Concessions are available, 8:30 am-2:30 pm, Fee Charged,
920-683-4378
13 Science Sunday, Point Beach Energy Center, Experience the
Amazing Science of Professor Gizmo! Programs at noon, 1:30
and 3 pm. Hand-on Science toys and science experiments too!
FREE, 755-6400, or 800-880-8463
15Dec Penny Petrie: Senior Exhibit, Silver Lake College, 920-686-6176
17
17- A Christmas Story, Capitol Civic Centre, Revisit this holiday favorite,
19 from grumpy Santa’s to Leg Lamps to Pink Bunny costumes you will
laugh all evening. Just don’t shoot your eye out! Fee Charged, 7-9 pm,
920-683-2184
18- Holiday on the Lakeshore, Holiday Inn-Manitowoc, Start
19 your holiday shopping early at this years Service League's
29th Annual fundraising event. Over 60 retailers and artists
inside, 920-684-6101, [email protected]
19 23rd Annual Symphony Holiday Tour of Homes, Various
Manitowoc locations, tickets may be purchased at any of the
homes, children under 12 are not permitted on the tour. All
proceeds help support the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra,
10 am-4 pm, 920-323-4884
19 Rouse Simmons Day/Christmas in the Village, Rogers Street
Fishing Village, Two Rivers, commemorating the Rouse Simmons
Christmas Tree Ship, as well as caroling, storytelling, live music,
refreshments and lots of fun! Call 920-793-5905 for reservations
23 Lakeshore Holiday Parade, Downtown Manitowoc, 6:30 pm,
920-686-6980
23- Christmas at the Mansion, Rahr West Art Museum,
Jan Join us for this annual exhibit which highlights the
8 Victorian style. Warm up your visit with packages,
ribbon, lights and frivolities, 920-686-3090
24 4th Annual Festival Turkey Trot, Lincoln High School, Come out on
Thanksgiving morning for a chance to run for your turkey! This 5 mile
running event starts at 8am with the 2 mile run/walkers not far behind.
Registration forms online.
25- LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch Holiday Open House , Two Rivers,
27 Bring the whole family out to an enchanted day at an
alpaca farm. FREE and open to the public, 10 am- 3 pm,
920-793-4165
26 Christmas Fantasy Parade, Downtown Two Rivers,
Wonderful small town charm enhances this wonderful
holiday tradition! 5:30 pm, 920-794-1482
26,
Dec
3,
10,
17
Santa Saturdays, Downtown Manitowoc, Local businesses
will be decking the halls for this yearly event. Meet Santa,
who will be visiting shops Saturday mornings, and in his workshop
Saturday afternoons! FREE, 920-686-9259
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends at Southfield Townhouses. What a great time to spend with friends and family and
probably the last relaxing time until the Holidays are over.
Enjoy it, all of us at the Center will. Remember that we will
be closed on Thursday and open from 10-1 on Friday so we
can spend time with family and friends too.
Have a great one,
RJ, Erin, Emily and Jason