Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 133, Number 26, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 July 2010 — Page 4

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inumm to uegm oncmig uhbk \bter Registration this week INDIANAPOLIS Beginning July 1, Indiana residents wiß gain the ability to register to vote online. CMine Voter Registration will become the newest addition to wwwindiantvDtefs.com and will allow Indiana residents to submit a voter registration application electronically to the appropriate county voter registration office. Only Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Oregon, Utah and Washington have previously offered online voter registration. (Mine Voter Registration is the result of legislation passed by dw Indians General Assembly in 2009 with bipartisan support that called for enhancements to the traditional paper-based registration system. States adopting an online voter registration option have seen a 60 to 70 percent shift away from paper-based registrations over time. A similar shift in Indiana would greatly reduce pressure on county election administrators to facilitate data entry, especially during peak times at die dose of the vote registration period. Applicants will be required to verify their voting eligibility and personal information, which will then be cross-ref-erenced with databases from die Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Voters will instantly receive a confirmation of their application that they can print. Once confirmed online, die county's voter registration office will approve or reject registrations subject to die same criteria used for other applicants, such as residency or incarceration following conviction of a crime. In addition to registering to vote online, wwwindianavoters.com provides Hoosiers with die ability to validate their voter registration status, find their polling place location, look into their provisional ballot status information, find county contact information and determine who is on their ballot for an upcoming election. For more information on voter eligibility and online voter services, please call the Hoosier Voter Hotline at 866-IN-1-VOTE or visit www.indianavoters.com. Gifts of nourishment As we anticipated another great harvest year, persons of Our congregation dedded to again bring their "harvest excess" to share with church friends each week. Following Sunday morning worship, those wanting fresh garden vegetables choose their selections. It would be a blessing for givers and receivers ..

alike. Casually, several of us began talking about the possibility of sharing fresh produce beyond the church walls. These conversations began to be more intentional, as

we reflected upon words from scripture: "Whoever has two tunics should share with someone who has none and likewise the one who has food should do the same." Willing gardeners were encouraged to plan on bringing as many veggies as possible. These would still be distributed among church friends - but we also wanted plenty to be set aside for the new community project. Just prior to the actual intended harvest time, leaflets explaining the vegetable sharing were distributed in the neighbor as to location and time of these events. It would be on a come-what-may basis as to types of foods available. But we especially wanted to stress that there would be no criteria specified for the "takers". These fresh-from-the-gar-den goodies would be without cost to anyone, and without strings attached. When the first "sharing Monday" arrived, many eager neighbors arrived to look over the tasty variety of veggies displayed on serving carts. Church members volunteered to greet tite neighbors who arrived and help them get things bagged up. The following week, some tasty recipes for some of the not-so-well-known vegetables were offered. My heart was blessed to observe how many vegetables that might have gone unused were feeding many neighborhood families. Together our "holy imagining" had produced true "gifts of love" from various gardens to nourish hungry families with tasty goodness during the hot summer months.

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Staying healthy, staying safe

If you are a regular reader of my column you know I place a lot of emphasis on vegetables and fruits being an important part of a healthy diet. The summer and foil is a great tune to incorporate more vegetables and fruits into your families' healthy eating. Our local markets provide an amazing variety of fresh vegetables and fruits that are both nutritious and delicious, but it is important that you handle fresh produce safely so that you reduce the risks of food borne illness. Eating contaminated produce or juices made from contaminated vegetables and fruit can lead to food borne illness, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections. However, it's easy to help protect yourself and your family from illness by following these safe handling tips. Let's begin with tips for buying fresh produce. You can help keep produce safe by making wise buying decisions at the fanners market or grocery store. Purchase produce that is not bruised or damaged. When selecting fresh cut produce such as half a watermelon or bagged mixed salad greens choose

Heibs in the garden

Summertime brings on thoughts of play, fun, and just good times. It is also a time of great food and delicious recipes. Having your own personal herb garden can enhance those recipes with good flavors and added textures. Herbs can be grown right in the garden or in their own separate containers. With the proper care and the right growing conditions, they can be a great addition to your garden for meals, teas, or other uses. Herbs do best in a sunny location with soil that drains well. If you feel that your soil does not meet this requirement and is too heavy, adding organic matter will help. Most herbs are low maintenance and do not require much watering or fertilizer.

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Library, cont. from page 3 Other upcoming events "Freshwater Fun" is the theme for the Super Splash program at 2 p.m., July 7. Children in grades kindergarten through fifth will have the opportunity to finger paint a lake picture. Registration is required. "Froggy Tails" is the Story Hour theme at 10:15 a.m., July 6. Children ages 3 to 6, not having attended school, may register. "Zoo to You" will be presented by Potawatomi Zoo at 2 p.m., July 8. Participants will learn about and meet four residents of this Sputh Bend Zoo. Registration is required to attend.

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By Mary Ann Uenhart-Cross Exienson Educator, Consumer Ramt Scbce only those items that are refrigerated or surrounded by ice. Abo make sure that your fresh vegetables and fruits are bagged separately from meat, poultry and seafood products when they are parked for you to take home from the market. The next tip, proper storage, is specific to you and your family. The proper storage of fresh produce can affect both quality and safety. To maintain quality of fresh produce keep the following tips in mind. Certain perishable vegetables and fruits like strawberries, lettuce, herbs, and mushrooms can be best maintained by storing in a dean refrigerator at a temperature of 40 degrees or below. If you are not sure whether a vegetable or fruit should be refrigerated or not look at how it is

Purxkm Extension Elkhart County By Erika Soumare Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator They also have fewer issues with pests and disease. Basil, Chives, and Chamomile are just a few herbs that do well in Indiana. Herbs can also be planted in containers for quick handling and ease of harvesting. An important thing to remember is that they will still need good drainage to keep water from sitting too long in the container. Afternoon shade works well for container herbs and they would require

t)ufmg"the'eight-week variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. Snider is a 2006 graduate of Fairfield High School.

Dial A Story is "Independence Day." This is the story of how this day became a special day and why we celebrate it. Hear this tale at 574-862-4441. In memory "How It Happens at the Ice Cream Factory" by Shawndra Shofner was given in memory of Robert Smeltzer by the Wakarusa High School Class of 1948. New books New adult books acquired include "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot, "Coining Home: a seasonal guide to creating family traditions" by Rosanna Bowles, "Between Two Worlds: My Life in Captivity in Iran" by Roxana Saberi, "LEAD...for God's Sake" by Todd G. Gongwer, "The Bride k Goom's Wedding Checklist k Planner Guide" by Heather Grenier, and "Secrets of Tracing Your Ancestors" by W. Daniel Quillen.

stoced in the store. More vegetables or fruits need to be refrigerated once they are cut or sliced. Abo, all produce that is purchased precut or peeled should be refrigerated to maintain both quality and safety. It is a very good idea to keep your refrigerator set at 40 degrees or below and to k—p a thermometer in the body of the fridge so you can easily check the temperature. If you choose to grow your own vegetables and fruits, there are some givens you need to consider about food safety. First, you want to avoid thertsk oflood borne illness. Harmful bacteria may be in the soil or water where produce grows. Those bacteria may come in contact with the fruits and vegetables and contaminate them. Another possibility is that fresh produce may become contaminated after it is harvested, such as during preparation and storage. This can be happen with tiie grower, processor, or even you, the consumer. Practicing food , safety will help keep you and your family healthy.

more moisture than herbs planted directly in the garden. The great thing about using containers is that the herbs can be planted separately in smaller containers, or together in a larger container. Herbs can be fun to work with, beautiful to look at, and delicious to taste. They can even be preserved through drying, freezing, or with a liquid or salt. For more information on growing herbs, you can visit the web at www.hort.purdue.edu/ext/HO-28.pdf where you can find other helpful tips and a list of herbs grown in Indiana and instructions on how to preserve herbs. You can also contact your Elkhart County Extension Office for more information.

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