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Woah Nellie!
Is your rhubarb crop in overdrive? Try ‘Rhubarb Nut Bread’ for the win! by Mary Jo David This month we’re circling back to the “Book of Favorite Recipes” compiled in 1988 by the First United Methodist Church of Waterloo. The copy I’m using belongs to SCN board member Nancy Wisman, and at this point, she’s […]
Around the Open Air Market
Bringing family fun and fresh energy to the market by Amanda Hanson Editor’s Note: Amanda Hahn had recently been introduced as the Open Air Market assistant manager. Unfortunately, due to a family relocation, Hahn had to resign. Amanda Hanson, previously the market’s event coordinator has now moved into the position of OAM assistant manager. Hello […]
Dear Gabbie:
“Dear Gabbie” is written with the simple hope of bringing a few smiles to your day and is not meant to replace the advice of professionals…especially your mom! Dear Gabbie: Grrrr. Again I’m in the grocery store, and it seems that everywhere I look, people are on their phones. I needed a box of Rice […]
Active Aging: Putting active aging into motion happens across generations in the community
by Alexa M. Ten Eyck The term “active aging” cannot be restricted to any one category of activities. Instead, it reflects a pattern of engagement across a variety of experiences. The World Health Organization defines it as a process centered on health, participation, and quality of life across the lifespan. Active aging, in practice, can […]
Bridge to Wellness: One Big Connection Volunteer Portal now live and populated with opportunities
by Matt Pegouskie Volunteering in the 5 Healthy Towns service area just became easier, as 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) and One Big Thing unveiled a new volunteer portal on onebigconnection.org. Inspired by an earlier Chelsea Wellness Coalition- and 5HF-supported project called Volunteer Chelsea, the One Big Connection Volunteer Portal makes it simpler for organizations […]
Rural Perspectives: Delicate and protected wildflower rue anemone blooms from April to June
by Diane Constable The rue anemone (Thalictrum thalictroides) belongs to the buttercup family. This protected, delicate wildflower can be seen in our woodlands and along meadows and streams. Part of its name, anemone, comes from the name of the Greek wind gods, the Anemoi, because its thin stalks move and tremble in any slight breeze. […]
Ask an Expert: Choosing an insurance carrier: Balancing cost and quality
by John and Theresa Kightlinger [Editor’s Note: The opinions and recommendations on insurance carriers/companies in this column are those of the author(s) and do not reflect an official opinion or position of The Stockbridge Community News.] I often receive inquiries regarding which insurance carriers I recommend. When evaluating insurers, I focus primarily on how their […]
Positive Parenting
Balancing: A tool of discipline for parents and children by Tiffany Snyder Dr. Seuss shares great wisdom in the book, “The Places You’ll Go!” The last pages are especially insightful. “So be sure when you step, step with care and great tact.And remember that life’s A Great Balancing Act.” As parents, we do not give […]
Faces of Addiction
From pills to purpose: A story for Mental Health Awareness Month by Tina Cole Mullins (Editor’s Note: Faces of Addiction is a continuing series about people who experience drug addiction and the difficulty of recovery. By telling their stories, they hope to help others who are struggling and encourage them to seek treatment and healing.) […]
Clyde’s Corner: Meet Chris St. Charles, a man of many talents
by Clyde Whitaker Like many of you, I generally start my day with coffee. Around 8 a.m. I like to drive up to McDonald’s or the Plane Food Market uptown to get a second cup of joe, after the one I have when I get up in the morning. It was at the Plane Food […]