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Ella’s Kitchen
Welcome to the marvelous month of May. I have had requests for reprints on some of the salads from past issues. I have also added the patriotic dessert. From May Day, Mothers’ Day to Memorial Day and all of those celebrations and activities in between, may you enjoy the month! ~Ella ...
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Memories of Memorial Day
By Eloise Graham Editor-in-Chief Memorial Day 2015 will be Monday, May 25th. Last year it was Monday, May 26 and next year it will be Monday, May 30. Do you remember when it was always May 30th, no matter what day of the week it was? The National Holiday Act of 1971 changed Memorial Day from...
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April Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org/greateriowa 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
I had a request for more soup recipes. I did give you a basis for soup starter last month. I have a couple of spring soups for you to try. Vietnamese and Southeast Asian cooking is a different experience than the Western cooking we are used to. I added this soup if you want to try something complete...
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Yard and Garden: Prepare and Plant Onion Cultivars in Spring
By Richard Jauron Iowa Stare University Extension – Horticulture With spring here, it’s time to think about planting in home gardens. Onions are a popular garden product, but they do require some special conditions and care to get optimal results. Here are some tips from Iowa State Universit...
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March Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org/greateriowa 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
The March winds are blowing. Still some blustery days ahead, but the weather is warmer and there is a hint of spring! The month of soups and casseroles one day, salads and grilled veggies the next! - Ella [Ella can be contacted at ellaweeza@yahoo.com or Ella – 50+ Lifestyles, 804 W Lombard Street...
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33rd CASI St. Patricks Day Race Saturday, March 14
“Led by a friendly Leprechaun, nearly 3000 runners and walkers race through downtown Davenport, to help raise funds to support CASI’s mission of providing services to senior citizens in the Quad City Region,” said Laura Kopp, President/CEO of CASI. “More than $60,000 was raised in 2014, and ...
