Thursday, January 15, 2009

Yoga Day USA at the Healing Arts Center

On January 24, 2009, Yoga Day USA will be at the Healing Arts Center at Fourth and Main St. in Old Town Cottonwood from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

There will be eight local yoga teachers giving free classes throughout the day, as well as four hours of videos of famous teachers. Carol Oveross, who teaches the Mommy & Me Yoga Class on Thursdays, is organizing the event.

If you've never tried yoga or think you can't do it, here is your chance to learn more about it. There will be classes for all levels of fitness, ability, and experience.

For details of the program, contact Carol Oveross at 928-646-0148 or at carolsgentleyoga@yahoo.com.

All classes and videos are free, but donations are gratefully accepted and will go to benefit the Yoga Alliance, a national organization that certifies yoga teachers and training programs.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Medical Student To Discuss Naturopathy

On Tuesday, January 20, Andras Bucsinszky will be a guest at the Beaver Creek Kiwanis regular weekly meeting at 7:30 a.m. at the Ranch House in Lake Montezuma. Visitors are welcome.

Andras is a fourth-year medical student at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe. His presentation to the local community is titled "What is a Naturopathic Physician?" He will talk about his education, what naturopathic medicine is, how it fits in with other modalities and the general health care picture, how to determine if it is right for someone, and what to expect when you visit an ND. There will be time for questions following Andras' presentation.

Contact Carol Nel at 567-0457 for more information.

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

What's Your Favorite Recipe?

Do you have a favorite recipe that you're willing to share? Post it here and let everyone enjoy it!

I recently purchased a second-hand cookbook called The New York Times NEW Natural Food Cookbook - it was originally published in the early 70's! So, it's anything but "new" now - but it's wonderful!! Old-fashioned recipes with real food ingredients! These Peanut Butter and Banana Bars are great as a snack or a special treat! And they're very portable! I've already made several batches this year! Skyrah loves them! Try 'em and let me know what you think!

Peanut Butter and Banana Bars

2 eggs, well beaten
1/3 cup peanut butter (I have also used almond butter)
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup brown rice flour (I have reduced this t0 1/4 cup and added 1/4 cup whole oats)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or peanuts (I have also added raisins, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and even a few chocolate/carob chips!)
1 ripe banana, chopped (I just mush it up!)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinammon
1/4 teaspoon salt

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8 inch square pan.
2. Combine all the ingredients and turn into baking pan. Bake for about 15 minutes.
3. Cut into bars while still warm. (and enjoy!)

Yield: 12 - 18 bars

Monday, January 12, 2009

La Leche League Meets this Wednesday!

Don't forget - the LLL meets on Wednesday, January 14 at 10am at the Boys & Girls Club in Old Town Cottonwood (behind the Parks & Rec. building, where the Farmer's Market is). If you are thinking about breastfeeding, are currently breastfeeding, have questions about breastfeeding or have breastfed in the past, join us for camaraderie, support, and to share your story! Of course, babies and children are welcome!!

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Storytime Playgroup

The Monday Storytime Playgroup will continue on a short hiatus while we get through the cold and unpredictable winter weather! Stay-tuned to see when we will resume weekly gatherings.

The idea behind the storytime group is to help develop early literacy in our children, foster a love for reading, and have some fun! Each week a theme and story are chosen and children are encouraged to get excited about reading by dressing in costumes and bringing theme-related toys and favorite books. If you would like to sign up to "host" storytime, please post a comment here and you will be contacted when the group resumes meetings so that you can pick your week. As "host", you (and your child!) will choose the theme and story to share that week. It's a great way for everyone to learn about children's books that otherwise may not be familiar and to get your child involved in the planning process and excited about reading!

After the story, everyone is invited to bring lunch and, if possible, a healthy snack to share with the group. The kids play and the grown-ups get to interact with one another! All in all, it's a lot of fun - and educational too!! Hope you'll join us in the weeks to come!!

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Peanut Gallery Has New Owners

Sierra Palmer and her family have bought the Peanut Gallery and took the store over on Jan. 1! Stop by to meet the new owners and browse the store!

Lucy, the former PG owner, is now running the furniture store on Main Street in Cottonwood called Furniture Link LLC (it used to be The Furniture Stop). Ready to upgrade your toddler bed to a twin? Drop by and see Lucy in her new location!

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Happy New Year!

A Blessed and Wonder-filled New Year to all!