Let’s meet one of our volunteers

Clarice Moore

Clarice Moore was born in Denver, Colorado and grew up in Brighton. During the summer, she stayed with relatives in Yuma, Colorado. She was married to Gary Kelly for 14 years. She later married Russell “Shorty” Moore for 24 years. Clarice has enjoyed traveling with friends and her daughter. She has been to the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, West Coast, and Alaska, to name a few.

She has two children: a son who lives in Silt with his wife and two children, and her daughter, who is a teacher in Alaska. Clarice was a teacher for 25 years. She loved working with kindergarten kids. Her faith is very important to her and on Sundays she likes to give the “Children’s Chat.” She is always willing to give the blessing at the Rifle Senior Center. On Tuesdays, you will find her playing Cribbage and then knitting.

Thank you, Clarice for being a volunteer! We appreciate you!

Wall push-up

1. Face a wall, standing a little farther than arm’s length away, feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Lean forward and put your palms flat against the wall at shoulder height and shoulder-width apart.
3. Slowly bend your elbows and lower your upper body toward the wall. Keep your feet flat on the floor.
4. Hold the position for one second.
5. Slowly push yourself back until your arms are straight.
6. Repeat 10-15 times.

Nutrition education

RECIPE PROVIDED BY EMILY STANTON, R.D.

Vegetable soup

Recipe adapted from All Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups 100% tomato juice
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 large potato, diced
• 1 cup green beans, canned or fresh
• 1 can corn
• 1 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Eat the rainbow

Why does the color of our produce change the nutrient content? It all comes down to phytochemicals, vitamins, and minerals. Phytochemicals are natural compounds that give plants their vibrant colors, distinctive flavors, and unique aromas — and they offer powerful health benefits. One of the most important roles of phytochemicals is helping to protect against chronic diseases, such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. The bottom line: the more you vary the colors of your fruits and vegetables, the wider the range of vitamins, minerals, and protective compounds you’ll consume.

Red

Red fruits and vegetables are high in lycopene and packed with essential nutrients, such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. They are present in strawberries, cranberries, raspberries, tomatoes, cherries, watermelon, red grapes, red peppers, and red onions. Including these foods in your diet can help improve memory, support heart health, and lower the risk of certain cancers.

Orange/yellow

Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables provide beta-carotene and are loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. Common sources include carrots, sweet potatoes, yellow peppers, oranges, pineapple, tangerines, mango, pumpkin, apricots, butternut squash, peaches, and cantaloupe. These foods help sharpen vision, support heart health, improve the immune system, and lower the risk of certain cancers.

Green

Green fruits and vegetables provide indoles and isothiocyanates and are rich in vitamin K, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants. They can be found in spinach, avocados, asparagus, artichoke, broccoli, kale, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kiwi. Eating these foods strengthens bones and teeth, sharpens vision, and lowers the risk of certain cancers.

Blue/purple

Blue and purple fruits and vegetables include blueberries, blackberries, Concord grapes, raisins, eggplant, plums, figs, prunes, and purple cabbage. They help improve memory, support healthy aging, lower the risk of certain cancers, reduce blood pressure, decrease the risk of stroke and heart disease, and boost urinary tract health.

White/brown

White and brown fruits and vegetables contain flavonoids and allicin. They are found in onions, cauliflower, garlic, leeks, parsnips, radishes, and mushrooms. These foods offer anti-tumor properties and help reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.

Information from:
Harvard Health Publishing
Mayo Clinic Health System
Rush

February birthdays

Our birthday list is compiled from completed 2025 consumer assessments.
Please accept our apology if we missed your birthday. If you want to complete an assessment, please see Kappe or Jenny for a form.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

FEBRUARY 1: The Lost Art of Random Conversations Carbondale Library, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 2, 9, 23: In Stitches Knitting Club 1:30 – 3 p.m., at the Carbondale Library. Bring whatever project your working on. All abilities welcome.
FEBRUARY 2: Spice Up the Month with Craft Kits you can take home, call to reserve a kit, 970-625-3471.
FEBRUARY 3, 17: Basic computer classes for adults, 9-10 a.m., at the Rifle Library.
FEBRUARY 3, 17: Grief Support Group at Grand River Hospital 5:30 p.m., call 970-625-6549 for more info.
FEBRUARY 2, 10, 17, 24:Smartphone classes at Glenwood Library, 12 p.m.
FEBRUARY 4, 11, 18, 25: Tai Chi for Seniors at the Silt Library, 1-2 p.m.
FEBRUARY 5: Documentary Screening: The Librarians at the Carbondale Library, 7-8 p.m.
FEBRUARY 5: Circle of Friends at the New Castle Library, 10:30 a.m. -12 p.m. Enrichment activities for adults and caregivers.
FEBRUARY 6: Your Story, Your Life at the Glenwood Library, 10 a.m. Are you interested in journaling, writing poetry? Join us in a welcoming setting to support your unique expression.
FEBRUARY 6: Glenwood Genealogy Group at the Glenwood Library 12-1:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 7: Annual Community Valentine Card-Making Event, 11a.m. to 2 p.m., at the New Castle Library.
FEBRUARY 7: New Castle Founders Day at the New Castle Community Center 10-11a.m., free pie, coffee and lemonade. Please contact Kelley if you would like to donate a homemade pie or two for our event kcox@newcastlecolorado.org or 970-984-3352
FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28: Zumba at the Carbondale Library, Library 9 to 10 a.m. Free.
FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28: Free Tai Chi at the Glenwood Library, 5:30-6:30 pm on Wednesdays and 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
FEBRUARY 10:Death Café, conversation about death as a way to gain deeper appreciation of life, 5-6 p.m., Parachute Library.
FEBRUARY 10, 17, 24: Mah Jongg at Glenwood Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 11: Friends of the Library Book Club at the Rifle Library 1-2 p.m.
FEBRUARY 12: Nonfiction Book Club at Carbondale Library 2-3:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 12: Loteria with the Silt Library 4-6:30 p.m. This traditional Mexican game of chance is similar to bingo. Drinks, snacks and prizes are provided.
FEBRUARY 12, 19, 26: Golden Years Ice Cream Social at the Silt Library, 1-2 p.m.
FEBRUARY 14: Ninety Percent 90s —Valentines Day Prom at the Ute Theater in Rifle, 8-11 p.m. $30 a couple, $15 a couple with local dinner receipt.
FEBRUARY 17: Grief Share Support Series at the Carbondale Library, 3:30-5 p.m.
FEBRUARY 20: Mr. Crowley: The Ozzy Osbourne experience at the Ute Theater in Rifle, 8-11p.m., $25-30.
FEBRUARY 21: The Fretliners, a bluegrass band, are playing at the Ute Theater in Rifle, 8-10:30 p.m., $25- $90.
FEBRUARY 22: Snowshoe Shuffle at Sunlight Mountain Resort, Registration at 9 a.m., race at 10 a.m.
FEBRUARY 26: Writing Workshops at The Glenwood Library, 5-7 p.m.
FEBRUARY 28: Bad ART Night for Adults at the New Castle Community Center 6-8 p.m., $25 each or $45 per couple, includes two drink tickets, prizes awarded for “The Best of the Worst” and “Too Good to be Bad.” Everyone will have access to a ridiculous pile of craft and art materials. Register before Feb 26.

Garfield County closures

Monday, February 16 — Presidents’ Day