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Thursday, May 9th, 2013
Cleveland Central Promise Neighborhood, Cleveland Public Library and Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland invite you to:
Little Free Library Installation
with Girl Scouts Junior Troop 77146 and the Friendly Inn Settlement House
Tuesday, May 14th
5:30-6:30 p.m.
at the
Friendly Inn Settlement House
2386 Unwin Rd. Cleveland, OH 44104
There will be a brief program followed by a reception.
Please RSVP with Dave Kelly at 241-9300 or dkelly@socfcleveland.org by Monday, May 13th at noon.
For more information:
www.clevelandpromiseneigborhood.org
216-241-9300
More libraries coming soon to Central!
Tags: Cleveland Promise Neighborhood, Friendly Inn, Friendly Inn Settlement House, library, library installation, Promise, Promise Neighborhood
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Wednesday, May 8th, 2013
Volunteer with us Saturday, May 18 to deliver backyard gardens to 50 families in Cleveland’s Central & Kinsman neighborhoods.
- Deliver raised garden beds, vegetable seedlings, recipe and care books, and watering cans to participating families.
- Help the families set up the gardens and plant the vegetable seedlings.
- Train each household on how to maintain their new gardens.
Volunteering will take place Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 2pm, and we will meet at Bridgeport Place, 7201 Kinsman Rd.
Please bring work gloves.
Refreshments will be provided.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Zenobia Lane at 216-341-1455, or zlane@bbcdevelopment.org
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Thursday, April 25th, 2013
Whether it comes from a carton, a glass jar, or a plastic jug, cow’s milk is generally what most people are used to drinking. Did you know there are different kinds of milk? So, with so many different kinds of milk in grocery stores how do we know which ones to choose?
- Soy Milk – Made from an extract of soy beans and is typically mixed with water and a natural sweetener.
- Rice Milk – Made from a mixture of partially milled rice and water.
- Organic Milk – Comes from cows that have been fed organic feed, roam freely, or graze on pesticide free grass.
- Raw Milk – Comes from cows but is not pasteurized.
Cow’s milk is generally pasteurized but some people believe that you should try raw cow’s milk to ensure you are getting as many nutrients as possible. Pasteurization is the process that kills all of the harmful bacteria in raw milk by heating it to a specific temperature for a specific amount of time. Pasteurization was developed by Louis Pasteur in 1864, as a means of killing organisms responsible for diseases like typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and diphtheria.
Cow’s milk that has been pasteurized offers 9 essential nutrients such as:
- Calcium
- Protein
- Potassium
- Phosphorus
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A
- Riboflavin (B2)
- Niacin
What if you’re a vegan or your poor tummy can’t digest cow’s milk? There are a a lot of different choices. We suggest trying rice milk or soy milk.
Soy milk is dairy-free and made from an extract of soy beans. It is typically mixed with water and a natural sweetener so it tastes and looks similar cow’s milk. Soy milk often has calcium and vitamin D added to it to increase its nutritional value.
Rice milk is also dairy-freeand is made from a mixture of partially milled rice and water. It often has vitamin A, vitamin D, B vitamins, calcium and iron added to enhance its nutritional benefits.
No matter what you choose,it is important to keep a balanced diet. To get the full benefits of cow’s milk and these nine essential nutrients, the USDA recommends adults and children to consume two to three servings of milk (or cheese or yogurt) each day. A serving size is 1 cup of milk or yogurt, 1.5 ounces of natural cheese or 2 ounces of processed cheese.
Dont forget to visit!
BBC’s Facebook
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CornUcopia Place’s Facebook
Bridgeport Cafe’s Facebook
Bridgeport Cafe’s Twitter
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Tuesday, April 16th, 2013
The East 73rd Street Community Club
Partnering with
Hands On of Northeast Ohio and Oriana House, Inc.
Presents
SPRING CLEAN 2013
DATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2013
TIME: 11:00AM – 4:30PM
- Come and join us to clean up our yards and communities from Cedar to Central Avenues and East 70th to East 74th
- Clean out your basement and garage of those bulk item – we will have 2 city dumpsters available on East 73rd and between the corners of Central and East 73rd and East 74th
- We will clean tree lawns, empty lots, and abandoned homes
- We will clean senior/disabled citizen individuals property, (please contact Brenda Metzger at 216-432-1001, leave message)
.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED.
ALL AGES
EVERYONE WELCOME
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS
CONTACT:
Tanya Holmes 216-224-9397
or
Brenda Metzger 216-432-1001 www.bmetzger0613@gmail.com
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Tuesday, April 16th, 2013
Come out for two different courses offered through Cleveland Municipal School District. Attend one session or both.
Urban Farming and Serving it at the Table
Learn about urban farming in the city of Cleveland and how to prepare healthy and nutritious meals for your family. Visit Rid-All Green Partnership and participate in hands-on training to develop skills in gardening, composting and holistic living. Learn about locally grown fruits and vegetables and prepare a seasonal recipe.
Saturdays, April 20 & May 4
9a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fresh Food Family
Learn storage tips and where to purchase fresh food on a low budget. Receive a guide to local community gardens, market gardens, and farmer’s markets. Prepare a recipe using local foods and receive a bad of fresh fruit and vegetables from Garden Boyz Central neighborhood urban garden.
Thursdays, April 18 & 25
6 – 8 p.m.
To Register: Call BBC @ 216-341-1455 or on-line CMSD
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013
What do you really know about high-fructose corn syrup and sugar? The media often portrays sugar and high-fructose corn syrup as the main culprit in obesity. But what’s the difference between high-fructose corn syrup and sugar?
High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a common sweetener. Research shows that high-fructose corn syrup is chemically similar to table sugar. Fructose, part of HFCS, is a naturally occurring simple sugar that’s produced by nature. It is more soluble in water than glucose. Glucose is another simple sugar that is also made in nature. When you put fructose and glucose together it becomes a basic form of table sugar.
Corn syrup is made from corn starch and has a high content of glucose. It is combined with fructose to make high fructose corn syrup. There is controversy over how the body reacts to high-fructose corn syrup instead of table sugar because it is made chemically.
According to the American Heart Association (AHA), there are two types of sugars in American diets: naturally occurring sugars and added sugars. Women should consume no more than 100 calories per day (about 6 teaspoons of sugar). Men should consume about 150 calories per day (about 9 teaspoons).
Tips from the American Heart Association for Reducing Sugar in Your Diet
* Don’t add sugar to cereal, grits, or oatmeal. Try fresh fruit or dried fruit instead.
* Instead of adding sugar in recipes use various spices or extracts to increase flavor.
* Try non-nutritive sweeteners such as aspartame, sucralose or saccharin. The FDA has determined that non-nutritive sweeteners are safe.
* Cut back on the amount of sugar added to things you eat or drink regularly like coffee or tea.
* Buy sugar-free or low-calorie beverages.
* Buy fresh fruit!
The next time you are in Bridgeport Cafe, think twice about adding lots of sugar to your breakfast and consider adding fresh fruit instead!
Tags: beverages, controversy, fructose, fruit, glucose, health, high fructose corn syrup, low calorie, natural, nature, sugar, table sugar
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013
Come out for an evening of inter-generational theater to view
“Scenes ‘N Cedar-Central.”
The play was written and directed by local playwright Cornell Hubert Calhoun, III.
Featuring
Adaeya Bates, Lauren Nicole Sturdivant,
Amarah Simons, Tariq Ferguson,
& Lewis Finney
Friday, April 12, 2013
6:15 pm
Central Recreation Center
2526 Central Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44103
Limited Seating
A TV20 Production
Cornell Hubert Calhoun, III, who’s plays take local stories onto the stage has had a play produced at the Dobama Theater.
For more information, please call Central Recreation Center at (216) 664-4241.
Posted in Cedar Avenue, Central, Central neighborhood, Cleveland Central, community, family, fun, programs, summer entertainment | No Comments »
Wednesday, March 27th, 2013
BBC is offering a Free 4 week Cooking for Parents course in Cornucopia Place
Tuesdays April 9-April 30
4pm-5:30pm
You want the very best for your children, but it’s tough to make sure your child is getting a nutritious meal, especially on a budget. This cooking class will make that task a little easier
Learn about:
> Serving Sizes
> Sugary Beverages
> Incorporating healthy items
> Fresh Food on a Budget
> Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, Antioxidants
> Nutrition Labels Decoded
> Healthy Snacks
> Hands on Cooking
Parents of all ages are invited!
Registration is required. Sign up on-line or call our office. 216-341-1455
Located 7201 Kinsman Rd. Ste. 103B Cleveland OH, 44104
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Wednesday, March 20th, 2013
Did you know that fat has twice as many calories as carbohydrates and protein? There’s no need to completely to avoid fat, just reduce fat intake. Learn to make small changes in your lifestyle and begin now by substituting turkey for beef. You’ll find out that this alternate does not miss out on flavor. For this class, we will prepare a menu that features low fat items.
Romaine Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Turkey Meatballs with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Pan Seared Salmon
Quinoa Risotto and Wilted Spinach
Fresh Berry Tart for dessert
For only $20 per person, you can be on your way to a new you! Saturday, March 23, 2013 form 2-4 p.m. Register online at cornucopiaplacebbc.eventbrite.com or give us a call at 216-341-1455.
Tags: Class, Cooking, Cooking Class
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Thursday, January 24th, 2013
Please join the Cleveland Central Promise Neighborhood Advisory Board
on Tuesday, Jan. 29th at 6 p.m.
at Friendly Inn Settlement House, 2386 Unwin Rd., Cleveland.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District officials will talk about the districts’ Four-Year Implementation Strategy and collect your feedback.
Please RSVP with Dave Kelly at
dkelly@socfcleveland.org or 216-241-9300 x 221
by Friday, January 25th.
Dinner and Childcare will be provided and transportation provided for CMHA residents.
Contact your service coordinator for more information.
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