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han English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (833) 620-1071, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to:
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Candy Cane Olympics, anyone? Divide into teams and battle each other in these funny games using candy canes. Build off of these ideas and create your own unique games to get the family moving and having fun!
https://youtu.be/3pFJwMLwJRA?t=10
Time to break out those Christmas games thinking caps. With many kids and teen groups planning events and parties for the upcoming holidays, I decided to sta...
Latkes (potato pancakes) are often served during the holiday season to celebrate Hanukkah. They are warm, savory, budget-friendly, and down-right delicious. We highly recommend giving this recipe a go if you love potatoes!
Temporary warming centers in the Tri-Cities:
Warming Centers: With the extremely cold weather, there are some options for those looking to stay warm via Franklin County Emergency Management and Benton-Franklin Health District:
Are you in need of a fresh, finger-food appetizer for your holiday meal? Try these seriously simple Baby Tomato Bites by EatFresh.org.
Baby Tomato Bites
Serves 6
Ingredients
12 slices French Bread 4-inch slices
1/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese low-fat, shredded
5 Tomatoes diced
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
8 Fresh Basil chopped
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. Place thin layer of mozzarella cheese on each slice of bread.
3. Toast French bread slices in oven until cheese melts, about 5-8 minutes.
4. Mix diced tomatoes with black pepper.
5. Place diced tomatoes on top of cheese and garnish with chopped basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Grinch Kabobs! What a cute and easy treat.
1. Wash your grapes and strawberries.
2. Slice the green tops off the strawberries and slice banana into half inch rounds.
3. Thread the grape, then banana, then strawberry, and finally the mini marshmallow onto the toothpick. Enjoy!
Last chance to register for the Lampson Cable Bridge Run, taking place this Saturday at 9am! See details below.
The Lampson Cable Bridge Run is this Saturday, Dec. 17 at 9am. If you haven't registered already, the late registration deadline is midnight tonight, Dec. 14th.
*UPDATE LAST CHANCE registration open now for an additional fee thru this Friday, Dec. 16 at 7pm. Don't miss out on a fun annual tradition; register before its too late!
https://raceroster.com/events/2022/60214/lampson-cable-bridge-run-2022-10k5k1-mile
No Race Day Registration - No Pets allowed
Did you know you can use your EBT/SNAP benefits at Safeway? Check out this video to find out how.
It's not too late to start the 12 days of fitness holiday challenge! Try out one of the exercises each day when you are feeling antsy or to help kids get out the wiggles!
This looks so tasty! What a perfect holiday meal that the whole family can enjoy!
Looking for a warm and festive dish that your whole family will love? Try our new Pozole with Chicken (Pozole con Pollo) recipe developed by our Latinx workgroup. It'll be the perfect addition to your holiday season!
https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/pozole-chicken
How to know when to seek medical attention with RSV, Flu, and Covid-19.
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 are causing a lot of illness in Washington right now. This could cause our hospitals to overflow. To prevent this, call your nurse hotline, your doctor, or your clinic if you or your child is sick.
Learn how to prevent flu and COVID-19 at www.doh.wa.gov
Who's ready for a fun fitness challenge this holiday season!? Each day of the challenge you can do the exercise when you're feeling antsy or after sitting for a while. Moving your body is not only good for your health, but also helps your brain to focus! P.S. these are great activities to do with kids :)
Try this warm and fruity baked dessert this holiday season! From Food Hero
Cinnamon Baked Pears
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears
- 3 Tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 2 teaspoons honey (see Notes) or brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon dried cranberries
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Cut pears in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon or melon baller.
3. Place the pears in a baking dish. Fill centers with walnuts and drizzle about half a teaspoon of honey over each pear.
4. Sprinkle each pear half with cinnamon and cranberries.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until pears are soft when poked with a fork. Serve warm.
Notes
- Honey is not recommended for children under 1 year old.
Cozy up with this vibrant and budget-friendly carrot soup from Food Hero!
Be safe out there and prepare your vehicle before you hit the road in the snow or ice!
Snow! You might be the best driver you know, but when it comes to snow, all bets are off. Make sure your car is stocked before you travel, folks. Find more about emergency kits at Mil.wa.gov/kits
UPDATE – Food benefit emergency allotments: DSHS now has a declaration in place that allows us to apply for emergency allotments past the end of the state emergency. We received approval to provide extra food benefits up to the maximum allotment for December 2022 to households eligible for benefit issuance of at least $1.
If you normally receive your food benefits on Dec. 1 or 2, you will see the emergency allotment amount on your EBT card Dec. 2.
If you normally receive your food benefits on Dec. 3 -20, you will receive the full amount on your regular issuance date.
DSHS will continue to request federal emergency allotments on a month-by-month basis as long as the federal public health emergency is in place.
Today marks the last day of Native American Heritage Month. Take a look at this post by Teresa, a Registered Dietitian from Oklahoma Tribal Engagement Partners, sharing the importance of indigenous foodways and the role it plays in her family and culture.
This month we recognize and honor National Native American Heritage Month. Teresa, a Registered Dietitian from Oklahoma Tribal Engagement Partners, shared the importance of indigenous foodways and the role it plays in her family and culture.
Second Harvest's mobile food bank will be in Kennewick and Richland Thursday and Friday of this week. See flyer below!
Not sure what to do with your leftover turkey? Why not repurpose it into turkey stroganoff! What other creative ways do you like to eat your leftovers?
Not sure how long to start thawing your turkey in advance? Wondering what temperature to cook it at? Cooking a turkey can be intimidating! This article makes the process a lot more simple.
First time roasting a turkey this Thanksgiving Day? 🦃👩🍳 Let’s talk turkey & follow this consumer guide to safely roasting a turkey: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/poultry/lets-talk-turkey-roasting
Learning more about the origins of squash:
Indigenous Peoples brought squash to what is now North America from what is now Central and South America thousands of years ago. It has become an important part of the lives and culture of tribes across the continent.
The recipe below was created by Chef Craig, who is Western Apache and Diné, and is dedicated to raising respect for Indigenous foods. His work helps Indigenous People reconnect to their food and landscape
Interesting Facts about squash:
• The hardened skins of squash can be hollowed out and used as ceremonial decorations and as storage containers.
• Dried squash strips can be used to weave mats.
Want to learn more?
See Food Hero's monthly newsletter on respecting Indigenous foods here:
English:https://www.foodhero.org/sites/foodhero-prod/files/monthly-magazines/WEB%20Indigenous%20Squash%20ENG%20Monthly_22.pdf
Spanish:https://www.foodhero.org/sites/foodhero-prod/files/monthly-magazines/WEB%20Indigenous_Squash%20SPAN%20Monthly_22.pdf
All content from FoodHero.org
Cranberries are in season!
Did you know that cranberries have been an important food for Native Indigenous People for over 12,000 years?
You can learn how to use, store, and cook with cranberries in the Cranberry Monthly newsletter from Food Hero.
Try cranberry applesauce or glazed carrots this holiday season! (recipes on the newsletter, available in English/Spanish) ⬇️
English:https://www.foodhero.org/sites/foodhero-prod/files/monthly-magazines/Cranberry%20ENG%20Monthly%2022.pdf
Spanish:https://www.foodhero.org/sites/foodhero-prod/files/monthly-magazines/Cranberry%20SPAN%20Monthly%2022.pdf
On Tues November 22 from 11am-2pm at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Kennewick, you can pick up a free holiday meal box. See the flyers below!
Looking for a new, creative way to use up canned pumpkin? Try this tasty pumpkin fruit dip from Food Hero!
¡Feliz Día de los Mu***os! Day of the dead is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back and honor the souls of deceased relatives. Ofrendas, or altars with offerings, are created for loved ones. Pan de Mu**to or Bread of the Dead is a typical food eaten during this celebration. What special foods does your family make for this holiday?
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture recognizes November as Native American Heritage Month as a time to lift up the cultures, traditions, and foodways maintained by tribal nations and communities for generations.
Don't miss the last farmer's market of the year! Remember, you can use your SNAP/EBT and Market Match dollars. Grab your produce and participate in the Día de los Mu***os Run 🏃🏾There's something for everyone this Saturday!
🚨DON’T FORGET 🚨
This Saturday is our LAST farmer’s market of the year!
We’ll be celebrating with our friends Dia de los Mu***os Run and La ranchera 104.5fm! We’ll have:
Fun Run for local scholarships, Knockerball kids zone, Music, Pony rides, kids prizes, face painting, costumes, an altar/ofrenda, hot food, coffee, and one LAST OPPORTUNITY to grab some fresh local produce for the year 🥳
We hope to see you all there!
Now that we know how to roast pumpkin seeds (see our previous post from Monday if you missed it!), try out this tasty snack mix using roasted pumpkin seeds, from ⬇️
Vary your protein routine… with seeds! Save your pumpkin seeds - dry, roast and serve them in salads or enjoy as a crunchy snack. Recipe idea here: https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/roasted-pumpkin-seed-snack-mix
🎃 Save your pumpkin seeds after carving Jack-O-Lanterns to make a delicious and nutritious snack!
🎃 Pumpkin seeds are a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
🎃 We recommend simply coating your seeds in 1 tsp canola oil and 1/8 tsp salt. Check out the video below to find out how to roast your seeds. ⬇️⬇️
🎃 Stay tuned for a snack mix recipe that uses your freshly roasted seeds, later this week!
https://youtu.be/CZ_UhckqOjE
How to roast pumpkin seeds. In this recipe video, we'll show you how to make to roast pumpkin seeds. Seasoned and perfectly browned in the oven, this is the ...
Looking for a spooky family activity? Have everyone pitch in and draw faces on white cups to make ghosts, then set up the cups in a tower and see how many each person can knock down!
Adapted from Good Housekeeping https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/g2618/halloween-games/?slide=30
With the weather getting chillier, and National Hispanic Heritage Month right behind us, we can't help but think about a comforting bowl of Meatball Soup (sopa de albóndigas). We hope this new recipe from Food Hero finds you well 🥣
We love a warm bowl of soup on a chilly fall day. Thank you to the Food Hero Latinx Workgroup because we have a yummy new recipe - Meatball Soup! Meatball soup (sopa de albóndigas) is a traditional Mexican soup that the whole family will love.
https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/meatball-soup-0
Look at that beautiful produce! Stop by the Pasco Farmers Market tomorrow from 8am-12pm and use your SNAP/EBT and Market Match benefits to purchase produce :)
Looking for an alternative to pumpkin carving with the family? Grab an orange and a marker and try making these mini pumpkins! Display them or have yourself a juicy, sweet treat when you're done!
Activity adapted fromhttps://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/989439/Healthy_Celebrations-Halloween.pdf
Today, and all days, we honor the rights and dignity of the indigenous people who were here long before America was colonized. The future of public health in Washington state depends on indigenous and tribal voices being heard.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! MyPlate is celebrating by featuring stories of how people celebrate their Hispanic heritage through food. Be sure to check out more stories through October 15. Read Bernie’s favorite memory, below!
Esta semana compartimos esta cita de Bernie, una especialista del programa "Farm to School" con U.S. Department of Agriculture . Para ella, la comida y la cultura son una gran parte de las tradiciones de su familia.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! MyPlate is celebrating by featuring stories of how people celebrate their Hispanic heritage through food. Be sure to check out more stories through October 15. Read Bernie’s favorite memory, below!
This week we’re sharing this quote from Bernie, a U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm to School Specialist. To her, food and culture are a huge part of her family’s traditions.
For the month of October, we will be sharing fun Halloween activities and recipes. This creative skeleton would be a great family activity and a tasty snack!
Adapted from: https://mcs.eics.ab.ca/download/69086
Need extended food benefits? See the details below.
Correction on dates: We apologize for any inconvenience, and the following now includes correct dates.
Food Benefits Emergency Allotments Update -- October 2022 and Beyond: Good news! DSHS has received federal approval to provide extra food benefits up to the maximum allowed for each household for October 2022. If you normally receive your food benefits Oct. 1-3, you will see the emergency allotment amount on your EBT card Oct. 4. If you normally receive your food benefits Oct. 4-20, you will receive the full amount on your regular issuance date.
DSHS will continue to request future federal emergency allotments on a month-by-month basis and as long as the public health emergency is in place. *At this time, with the ending of the Washington state public health emergency on Oct. 31, 2022, we anticipate November 2022 will be the last month of emergency allotments for food benefits.* Starting in December 2022, these additional emergency benefits will end.
We understand this will have a significant impact on families and we are here to support you during this transition. We encourage you to find local resources, which are listed at findhelp.org and 211.org. Also, if circumstances in your life have changed, you may qualify for a higher food benefit amount. Call 877-501-2233, go to WashingtonConnection.org or visit your local Community Services Office to report changes in household size, income or expenses.
Stop by the Pasco farmers market with the family on Oct 29 to stock up on produce and participate in the annual Día de los Mu***os Run! This run helps each person connect to their own health while honoring their deceased loved ones. There will be music and costumes. Click the link for more details. https://ddlmrun.com/?fbclid=IwAR3iFGcs6OQiofokVCgmlEiYsgOwv7NNDfnX3qce200Vk-UzrculdGe1PT8
It’s here!!! It’s finally here!!! Pasco’s only 5k, 10k, and half marathon!!! Mark your calendars for 9am, October 29th, 2022.
Check out www.DDLMrun.com for more about this annual event that features downtown Pasco, WA and the Columbia River.
Help us create scholarships for our marginalized youth! All proceeds do exactly that. Register now to have a name incooprporated in the vigil honoring our loved-ones who are no longer with us. Check out registration for more details!
We are proud to have DPDA as our official partner this year!
Thank you Diego Diaz for this year’s Tshirt design!
🚨Applications are open now for the Washington -19 Immigrant Relief Fund.
To apply you must:
✅ Live in WA
✅ Be at least 18 years old
✅ NOT be eligible for federal stimulus funds or unemployment insurance due to your immigration status
✅ Be greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
✴️ Apply before November 14, 2022, at immigrantreliefwa.org
☎️ Call our Hotline at 1-844-724-3737 for assistance
🚨Las solicitudes ya están abiertas para el Fondo de Asistencia Debido al para Inmigrantes de Washington.
Para aplicar debes:
✅ Vive en WA
✅ Tener al menos 18 años de edad,
✅ NO ser elegible para fondos de estímulo federal o seguro de desempleo debido a su estado migratorio,
✅ Verse muy afectado por la pandemia del COVID-19.
✴️ Aplicar antes del 14 de noviembre de 2022 en immigrantreliefwa.org/spanish/
☎️ Llame a nuestra línea directa al 1-844-724-3737 para obtener ayuda
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