Come enjoy the beautiful sound of
music during this holiday season.
Empowering Through Education
Monday, November 30, 2015
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Happy Thanksgiving!
THANK YOU for all of the good that you are doing
here in Cache Valley to make a positive difference.
We are grateful for your support and generosity!
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Thanksgiving Safety Tips
Whether you are cooking for a volunteer project or cooking for your own family, food safety is a critical thing to be thinking about. With Thanksgiving upon us, now is a good time to share some safety tips for your Thanksgiving Feast.
Follow these tips today and always:
1. Keep everything clean.
- Scrub hands with soap under warm water for 20 seconds. Do the same after handling food, especially raw meat or poultry, to avoid cross-contamination.
- Clean counters, cutting boards, dishes and silverware with hot water and soap before and afer preparing each food item.
- Wash fruits and vegetables to remove surface dirt, but do not rinse raw meat or poultry -- this makes it more likely for bacteria to spread.
2. Heat foods to the proper temperature.
- Color is never a reliable indicator of safely cooked food. Use a food thermometer to make sure meat, poultry, and fish are cooked to a safe internal temperature -- typically 165 degrees.
3. Keep foods at appropriate temperatures.
- Keep hot foods at 140 degrees or warmer with chafin dishes, slow cookers and warming trays.
- Keep cold foods at 40 degrees or colder. Nest serving dishes in bowls of ice and store moist desserts, such as pumpkin pie and cakes with shipped frosting, in the refrigerator until serving.
- Never let food sit out at room temperature for than two hours.
4. Store leftovers safely.
- Divide leftovers into shallow containers, which allow rapid cooling, before storing in the refrigerator or freezer.
- Never defrost food at room temperature. Use a microwave or oven to reheat foods to an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
- Eat leftover food within 3-4 days.
Monday, November 23, 2015
The Joy Maker Challenge Starts TODAY!!
Spread joy by volunteering, and enter to win grants!
Join the Joy Maker Challenge! For each child or teen who volunteers, Hasbro will donate a toy or game to Toys for Tots, up to 1 million dollars' worth.
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It's Not Too Late if You Missed Family Volunteer Day . . .
What did you do for Family Volunteer Day? Remember to report it HERE.
Oops! You forgot? The good news is that it's NOT TOO LATE!! Family Volunteer Day is actually all week long. You have through Thanksgiving weekend to pull the family together and do something. Remember to report your service on THIS FORM to stay connected to other family volunteer opportunities in the community and to be eligible to win one of 3 $1,000 gift cards, 10 family night out packages, or a wide variety of other volunteer 'Thank You' prizes including books, toys, decorations, etc.
Let us know if you have any questions~ CacheVolunteerCenter@gmail.com.
Saturday, November 21, 2015
What are YOU doing for Family Volunteer Day!?!
TODAY is Family Volunteer Day!!
What are YOU doing to make a difference!?!
Just a quick reminder to:
1. Serve
2. Make a short videoclip
3. Email it to CacheVolunteerCenter to be entered in the Super Service Challenge.
Get more details on our website: http://cachevolunteercenter.org/super-service-challenge-2015/
Friday, November 20, 2015
LOVE . . . the world could use some RIGHT NOW and ALWAYS!
"What the World Needs NOW is LOVE"
Be a part of the solution!!
Educate. Ignite. Transform.
Youth Leadership For Service-Learning Excellence Award
Deadline: December 4
The Youth Leadership for Service-Learning Excellence Award recognizes service-learning programs and projects that demonstrate outstanding youth leadership. This award focuses on projects that show a high level of youth initiative in all areas including identifying an authentic need, planning the service, and putting that plan into action. Teams of young people participating in service-learning projects can apply HERE.
The Evan Dalgaard Leadership Award
This award recognizes a young person who exemplifies leadership, social justice, and a love for life; all of which Evan Dalgaard stood for. Since 2008, the National Youth Leadership Council has honored the memory of Evan Dalgaard by bestowing this award to a dedicated young champion of service. Download the application HERE.
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Scholarships Available to Exceptional Leaders
Deadline: December 17
Are you an exceptional leader in the locker room, the classroom, and your community? Foot Locker will be awarding $20,000 college scholarships to outstanding student athletes who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, school and within their communities.
Learn more at https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
DOUBLE the Benefits of your Family Volunteer Day Service
Family Volunteer Day is a day of service that celebrates the power of families who work together to support their neighbors and neighborhoods. Each year, thousands of families use the day to teach children valuable, real-life lessons about compassion and caring. Volunteering also can be a great way for kids and adults to develop skills, learn more about their community and make friends.
This year Family Volunteer Day will be held on Saturday, November 21st. Take time to gather your family together and teach your children about the value of service. WHAT you do isn't important~ it's that you DO SOMETHING TOGETHER!
Learn more about Family Volunteer Day on the Points of Light website.
DOUBLE DOUBLE your efforts by taking time to make a short (15-30 second) video on your phone camera to enter your service activity in the Super Service Challenge!
Grab your family (any group of 2 or more works- family, friends, co-workers!) and
1. SERVE!! Anything you choose to do counts. The key is to serve together~ serve your favorite non-profit, your neighbor, even your family.
2. Create a 15-30 second video clip sharing why you served (can be up to 2 minutes, but doesn't need to be).
3. You can email the clip to cachevolunteercenter@gmail.com and we'll do the uploading for you and post it where others can help you get more entries by voting for it (voting is not required, it just helps get more entries).
Your Family Volunteer Day service just got
DOUBLE
DOUBLE benefits!!
Remember, you can also enter any other service activities in the Super Service Challenge. Are you helping clean-up your neighborhood for Fall prep? Volunteering with a youth group? your church? your company? It ALL COUNTS if you just create a short video for it! And it helps our local non-profits win CASH to improve services here in Cache Valley.
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Out Heritage Binds Us Together
Daughters of the Utah Pioneers
would like to invite you to their
Fall Open House
"OUR HERITAGE BINDS US TOGETHER"
Location: DUP museum (160 North Main)
DATE: November 18th, 2015
TIME: 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Come and enjoy our pioneer heritage on display
Sponsored by:
Daughters of the Utah Pioneers
Website: http://www.dupinternational.org/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/International-Society-Daughters-of-Utah-Pioneers-242875865914990/
Monday, November 16, 2015
Inter-Faith Thanksgiving Service
Cache Community Connections
Civic and Interfaith Council Thirteenth Annual
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Sunday, November 22, 2015
7:00 pm Logan Tabernacle
Giving Thanks with One Voice
Cache Community Connections is a group of local religious, civic, and business leaders in the valley who first came together to organize an interfaith memorial service following the tragic events on September 11, 2001. Working together was such a positive experience that the group agreed to continue meeting monthly to foster understanding and cooperation among all religious groups in Cache Valley. This is the thirteenth annual Interfaith Thanksgiving service in Cache Valley. Thanksgiving, a holiday that belongs to all Americans, offers a wonderful opportunity to listen and learn, hearing the diverse voices of our valley giving thanks as one community.
A sincere thanks to all of the participating faith communities, groups, and individuals who make this celebration a special one. The program is supported in part by the RAPZ tax, Cache Valley Radio Group, and Square One Printing.
Saturday, November 14, 2015
Supporting School and Youth Educational Garden Projects
Deadline: December 1
The 2016 Youth Garden Grant is an award designed to support school and youth educational garden projects that enhance the quality of life for students and their communities. Any nonprofit, school, or youth program planning a new garden program or expanding an established one that serves at least 15 youth between the ages of 3 and 18 is eligible to apply. A total of 20 total programs will receive award packages valued at over $500....»
Get more information here:
http://www.ysa.org/2016_youth_garden_grantFriday, November 13, 2015
A Grant Competition Mobilizing Volunteers
Deadline: December 6
High schools, higher education institutions, and nonprofits throughout the nation are invited to compete for grants through NobleCause, a grant competition mobilizing volunteers to address the greatest challenges facing their communities. The competition will award 104 organizations with $6,500 and six organizations will receive $50,000 grants.
Learn more at http://www.treetopcommons.com/noblecause
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Veterans Day Freebies, Deals & Discounts
This Veterans Day many companies throughout Utah are offering free meals and other deals to send a big 'THANK YOU' to current and former members of the military for their service.
Following is a list of local deals for Veterans. ENJOY!!
Following is a list of local deals for Veterans. ENJOY!!
Food
Applebee's invites veterans and active-duty military to have a free entree from this menu with proof of military service.
Black Bear Diner locations in West Jordan and Sandy are offering free ham & eggs for breakfast, or a full fried chicken dinner for lunch and dinner, to all veterans in who are in uniform or have a military ID.
'Bout TIme Pub and Grub is offering free meals to veterans and active military members all day Wednesday.
California Pizza Kitchen is offering a free entree from a select menu featuring pizza, salad and pasta entrees to those who are in uniform, have a military ID or other proof of service.
Carrabba's is giving free appetizers to veterans and military personnel Tuesday.
Chili's is offering free entrees all Wednesday from a select menu.
Cracker Barrel is giving a complimentary double-chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake dessert to veterans Tuesday.
Denny's is letting active, nonactive and retired military to build their own Grand Slam for free from 5 a.m. to noon Wednesday. Guests should bring a valid military ID.
Famous Dave's is thanking former and active military personnel with a free one- meat Salute Platter that includes one side and cornbread, or a Real 'Que sandwich with a side, at the Midvale, Layton and Jordan Landing locations.
Golden Corral is hosting a free "thank you" dinner veterans and current military personnel from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday.
HuHot Mongolian Grill in Sandy is offering half off a grill meal to any current or former military serviceman or woman.
IHOP is offering free Red, White and Blue pancakes from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday to current and former military personnel. Proof of service is required.
Krispy Kreme is offering a free donut of any variety and a small coffee to all veterans and active-duty military personnel Wednesday.
Little Caesars is giving a free Hot-N-Ready lunch combos to customers who come in uniform or who have a military ID Wednesday.
Olive Garden is offering free meals to veterans and active-duty military members Wednesday. Family members can also get 10 percent off their meals.
Orange Leaf is offering all retired and active-duty military personnel a free cup of froyo, up to 11 ounces. Customers need to bring proof of military service or come in their uniform.
Outback Steakhouse is honoring heroes with a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage on Wednesday. Military personnel with an ID card or other proof of service can receive 15 percent off their entire check from Nov. 12 through Dec. 31.
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery is thanking veterans and active military with a free Magnificent Seven meal with presentation of military ID or proof of service Wednesday.
Pie Five Pizza is offering a free pie to veterans and active duty military Wednesday.
Pizza Pie Cafe is giving free meals to veterans and active-duty service members Wednesday.
Red Lobster is thanking veterans, active-duty and active-serving military and reservists for their service with a no-purchase-necessary free appetizer offer valid from Monday through Thursday. A military ID or other proof of purchase is required.
Red Robin is offering free Red's Tavern burger with bottomless fries to veterans and active-duty personnel Wednesday.
Ruby Tuesday is offering free appetizers for all veterans, active-duty and reserve service members.
Rodizio Grill is saluting veterans by offering a free full Rodizio meal with the purchase of another adult full Rodizio meal. The deal runs from Monday through Thursday at the Salt Lake City and American Fork locations.
Starbucks locations will offer a free tall brewed coffee to veterans, active-duty service members and military spouses Wednesday.
Texas Roadhouse is saying "thank you" to active, former and retired military with a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday. Proof of military service is required.
T.G.I. Friday's is offering free lunch to veterans and active military from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Tucanos is offering current and past servicemen and women a free churrasco meal with the purchase of another adult churrasco meal Monday through Wednesday. Veterans who come by themselves can receive a half-priced meal. Proof of service required.
Village Inn is saluting veterans and current military personnel with a free breakfast Wednesday. Those with a military ID or proof of service can choose from three buttermilk pancakes, a Belgian waffle or three slices of French toast.
Other services
Christen Young & Associates, PLLC in Sandy is offering free simple wills and powers of attorney to past and present military members on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments can be made by calling 866-861-3333 or 801-676-6447.
Fabulous Freddy's is offering veterans and active military personnel a free ultra-exterior car wash on Wednesday.
Flash Photo in Roy is offering free photos for Veterans Monday through Thursday.
Great Clips is giving veterans who visit Great Clips on Wednesday either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to redeem by Dec. 31. Any customer can also go into the salon on Wednesday and, with the purchase of a service, receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran.
I Smile Dentistry is offering free dental services to veterans every Monday and Wednesday in November from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dental procedures that can be provided within 30 minutes will be free, while additional discounts are available for more in-depth services. Veterans should call the I Smile location closest to them to make an appointment.
Jiffy Lube is offering active and retired military free Signature Service Oil Changes, with up to five quarts of conventional oil, Wednesday.
Rocket Express Car Wash will be providing free Shoot The Moon Washes to all U.S. active-duty military and their spouses, as well as veterans, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Supersonic Car Wash is offering a free Exterior Plus car wash to any current or retired member of the armed forces Wednesday.
Therapeutix Wellness Center in Pleasant View is offering free 30 minute massages to veterans and active duty personnel from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Appointments can be made by calling 801-737-0322.
Wiggy Wash is offering free Ultimate Plus Washes to all veterans Wednesday.
Shopping
Bed Bath and Beyond is offering 20 percent off entire in-store purchases made through Wednesday by active-duty or retired military personnel and military spouses who have military ID.
Cost Plus World Market is offering 20 percent off entire in-store purchases made through Wednesday by active-duty or retired military personnel and military spouses who have military ID.
Lowe's is offering a 10 percent discount to those who are currently serving in the armed services and those who are retired, in addition to their immediate family members, through Wednesday. A valid military ID or proof of service is required.
Overstock.com is offering free Club O memberships to all active, former and retired military members. The membership includes year-round free shipping and rewards.
Entertainment
Hogle Zoo is saying "thank you" by offering free admission to all military personnel and veterans, as well as their spouses and children under the age of 18 (with valid military ID) Wednesday. The zoo also welcomes the families of fallen soldiers.
Living Planet Aquarium is offering free admission to veterans and their immediate families Wednesday.
National Parks are free for everyone Wednesday.
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Report Your Family Volunteer Day Fun and Win $1,000 Gift Card!!
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Monday, November 9, 2015
5 Way to Serve on Veterans Day
November 11 is Veterans Day. Currently, there are more than 22 million Veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces that have reintegrated back into our society; help thank and honor them next week!
- Organize a fundraiser to support a veterans service organization as part of the #DayoftheBrave campaign.
- Sign up to be a volunteer at a VA hospital or facility.
- Find volunteer opportunities near you to help veterans and military families on Serve.gov.
- Interview a veteran and share their story as part of the Library of Congress's Veterans History Project.
- Say thank you to all the military veterans you know and share this list ofVeterans Day freebies and discounts for veterans with them.
Additional resources - including a Veterans Day Teachers Guide - are available at http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/ ...»
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