Upcoming Holidays & Observances in March
March 2 - Read Across America Day March 31 - CƩsar ChƔvez Day
March 6 - Employee Appreciation Day Women's History Month (All Month)
March 17 - St Patrick's Day
March 20 - March Equinox
March 29 - Palm Sunday
Irish American Heritage Month (All Month)
by Suzie Hidalgo
Time is flying by; a month has already come and gone. I hope everybody enjoyed our Valentineās Day event. Thank you all for coming out and participating in the Valentineās Day box competition. As the year goes on, we will have more activities and events, in our wish that more people will start to join us. We want our community to come together and be able to participate in events and activities & meet your neighbors & make new friends. Also, one important thing I want to talk to everybody about is keeping your yards cleaned up. We are going to be cracking down on everybody who does not keep the yards cleaned, so please join us in trying to keep our community a clean, safe Community to live in.
Thank you, Suzie Hidalgo
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Stay Connected-Visit Our Community Board
Be sure to check out our Community Board in the mail room for updates on upcoming events, community notices, and important announcements.
This board is also a great place for residents to post if they are in need of assistance or if they have extra time and are willing to help a neighbor. We hope it becomes a helpful resource that strengthens our sense of community and support!
If you enjoy decorating or would like to help with setting up for community events and holiday festivities, we would love to have you!
Your support makes a big difference, and we welcome all helping hands.
Please contact the office if you are interested in volunteering.
ā¢ āMay your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.ā
ā¢ āWherever you go and whatever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you.ā
ā¢ āA good friend is like a four-leaf cloverāhard to find and lucky to have.ā
Thank you to everyone who came out for our Valentine Exchange and Box Decorating Contest. We had a great time and loved seeing the creativity from our residents. Thank you for making it such a fun event.
We are looking for residents interested in hosting Bingo on Friday nights. If you enjoy helping bring neighbors together and would like to be involved, please contact the office for more information.
We are still looking for volunteers to help decorate for upcoming events and holidays. Any amount of help is appreciated. If you are interested, please contact the office.
Please remember that only toilet paper should be flushed.
Flushable wipes are not actually flushable and have recently caused major damage within our community.
To help prevent plumbing issues and costly repairs, please do not flush wipes or any other items besides toilet paper.
Thank you for helping take care of our community.
The pool has been repaired and is open for use. Please enjoy and help keep the pool area clean for everyone.
ā¢ St. Patrick wasnāt Irish!
ā¢ He was actually born in Britain and brought to Ireland later in life.
ā¢ The original color of St. Patrickās Day was blue.
ā¢ Green became popular much later because of Irelandās nickname, The Emerald Isle.
ā¢ Shamrocks have special meaning.
ā¢ St. Patrick is said to have used the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
ā¢ There are no snakes in Ireland.
ā¢ Despite the legend, Ireland never had snakesāthanks to its cold climate and island geography.
ā¢ Chicago dyes its river green every year.
ā¢ Since 1962, the city has turned its river green to celebrateāusing an eco-friendly dye!
ā¢ Corned beef and cabbage isnāt Irish.
ā¢ It became popular with Irish immigrants in America, not in Ireland itself.
ā¢ St. Patrickās Day is celebrated worldwide.
ā¢ More than 50 countries join in the festivities each year.
ā¢ Leprechauns come from Irish folklore.
ā¢ Theyāre known as mischievous fairy shoemakers who guard pots of gold.
Simple, filling, and perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 can cream of chicken soup
Directions
Place chicken in the crockpot.
Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken. Pour cream of chicken soup on top.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Shred chicken and stir well before serving.
Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
Total Estimated Cost: $8ā11
Feeds approximately 4ā6 people.
Step 1: (Pre-Baked Pie Crust)
Makes 8 Servings
Prep and cook: 30-35 minutes
Bake: 15-20 minutes for the meringue
INGREDIENTS:
ā¢ 1 partially pre-baked pie crust (see Step 1)
ā¢ 4 medium lemons (13 oz / 370 grams)
ā¢ 3 large eggs
ā¢ 1 1/3 cups sugar (267 grams)
ā¢ Ā¼ cup cornstarch (40 grams)
ā¢ Ā¼ teaspoon salt
ā¢ Place a rack in the center of the oven, and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
ā¢ Line a frozen or chilled pie crust with a square of parchment paper and pour in 1 cup of dried beans or pie weights
ā¢ Shake the pan gently to distribute the beans/weights around the pan
ā¢ Place in the oven, and bake until the edges start to brown, 15 minutes
ā¢ Remove the pie from the oven and carefully lift out the parchment paper (with beans/weights)
ā¢ Prick holes over the bottom crust with a fork and let cool before moving on
Step 2:
ā¢ Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
ā¢ Wash and pat dry the lemons
ā¢ Zest 1 lemon finely to yield about 1 teaspoon, and place the zest in a medium bowl
ā¢ Using a serrated knife, remove the skin and pith from the same lemon. Section it, cutting into the membranes over the bowl to collect the juices, and letting the sections fall into the bowl
ā¢ Juice the remaining 3 lemons to yield about Ā½ cup lemon juice, and add to the bowl with the sections and zest
ā¢ Ā½ cup cold water (4 oz)
ā¢ 1 Ā¼ cups boiling water (10 oz)
ā¢ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (half a stick), cut into pieces
Meringue:
ā¢ 3 reserved egg whites
ā¢ 6 tablespoons sugar (about 1/3 cup)
ā¢ Separate the eggs, placing the whites in a large bowl and set aside
ā¢ Whisk the yolks into the bowl with the lemon juice and pulp mixture, and set aside
ā¢ Place the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a heavy medium saucepan, and whisk to combine
ā¢ Whisk in the cold water to combine well, about 30 seconds. Add the egg and lemon mixture and whisk to combine well
ā¢ Meanwhile, let the water come to a boil, and whisk this hot water gradually into the saucepan, about 1-2 tablespoons every 10 seconds, until all water is added
ā¢ Place the pan over medium heat, and with a flat wooden spoon or spatula, stir until the mixture is thickened and comes to a low boil for 1 minute, about 10 minutes
ā¢ Remove the pan from the heat and continue to stir, adding pieces of butter, until the butter is incorporated. Pour the hot filling into the cooled crust and set aside
ā¢ For the meringue, beat the egg whites on high speed until foamy, about 1 minute
ā¢ While the machine is running, add the sugar gradually and beat until stiff peaks form, 2-3 minutes
ā¢ Dollop the meringue on top of the filling, and with a small spatula or spoon, swirl the meringue and spread it to the crust
ā¢ Place the pan into the oven and bake until the meringue is browned, 15-20 minutes, and let cool on a rack for 3 hours before slicing
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"Let me tell you my story: I suffered with neuropathy for over
On March 3rd, Loretta Milton was honored for her constant volunteering though Channel 5ās Pay It Forward Program. Here is a Poem that was submitted by the MBV Surprise Squad:
with neuropathy for years walked across the street to welcome us back. The amazing thing was, she walked over without her walker. I had never seen her without her walker. I asked her what she had done, and she walked back to her house and came back with a card for the doctor she had seen after we left last year. I gave his office a call to make an appointment, it was on a Thursday, his office was closed, but the doctor answered the phone. He explained he would like me to attend one of his free workshops before coming in, it would answer all questions and if I still wanted to come in, I could make an appointment then. His workshop was informative, he explained things unlike any doctor I had seen up to that time, how neuropathy started, what is done for most people, why he does what he does. I was mostly impressed that he was straight forward, told the pros and cons. Iāll bet 85 to 90 percent of the other patients I talked to in his office were getting good results, like I did. My pain decreased by at least 50% in the first 3 weeks. I would highly recommend anyone with peripheral neuropathy, go to this workshop, I know you will be glad you did."
We are here
Because youāre the best volunteer We want to honor you today
In a very special way We chose to honor you
Because of the things you do
You donāt just talk the talk
You also walk the walk
Weāre sincere
In a desire to honor you, dear You are blessed from above We hope you feel the love
Thanks from the Community you serve
This is recognition you definitely deserve! Submitted by Vicki Joens to Channel
