Spring Consignment Sales

Thanks to Deana Hipwell, "The Frugal Homeschooling Mom", for her expert advice on the show today about buying and selling at consignment sales.  Deana has an awesome blog where you'll find all of her tips plus a comprehensive list of Triad-area consignment sales.  Check it out:  http://www.thefrugalhomeschoolingmom.com/

Info about Sectarian Prayer Issue at Forsyth Commissioners Meetings

The North Carolina Partnership for Religious Liberty is encouraging you to get involved in an issue facing the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners.  Here's some more information about how you can get involved:

"Religious freedom needs your voice ... NOW.
Here's what you can do:

1. CONTACT DAVE PLYLER by phone (336-413-1102), email (plylerdr@forsyth.cc) or letter (211 Harmon Ln, Kernersville, NC 27284). Ask him to vote for freedom. Ask him to vote for an appeal on FEBRUARY 22. Let him know religious liberty is priceless. No American court, no government has the right to tell people how they should pray.

2. ATTEND THE FEB 22 MEETING OF THE FORSYTH COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS. Let your concerns be seen and heard. The meetings begin at 6 PM and are held on the fifth floor of the Forsyth County Government Center. The Government Center is located at 201 North Chestnut St. in Winston-Salem. Come and stay, even with limited seating and space. Your presence, along with hundreds of others, will make a real difference.
3. ENCOURAGE OTHER CONCERNED CITIZENS to do the same."

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The Forsyth County Commissioners will VOTE whether or not to APPEAL the ruling from US Middle District Court that prayers in Jesus’ name must be ended on the grounds that they are unconstitutional. Take a stand & show your support by attending this momentous meeting at the Forsyth County Government Center, Monday, February 22.


The meeting will be held on the 5th floor in the Commissioners Meeting Room: Go up the elevator to the 5th floor. Turn left once you exit the elevator. Go up the steps and through the double doors. Doors open at 5:15pm. WE SUGGEST THAT YOU TRY TO ARRIVE BETWEEN 5:00 AND 5:15 IF POSSIBLE. The meeting begins at 6 PM. Free parking at the Forsyth County Government Center on the 1st deck and limited free street parking. Seating in the chamber is limited. Many will not be able to be seated or to be present there. BUT PLEASE STAY, STAND AND BE COUNTED even in the hallway and lobby. Remember, we are not here to take a seat, but to take a stand.

Directions to Forsyth County Government Center

201 North Chestnut Street, Winston Salem, NC 27101-4120 - (336) 703-2020

From US-421 N Take exit 5D for Main St toward Downtown/1st St Turn right at S Main St Take the 2nd right onto E 1st St Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto N Chestnut St Destination will be on the right

FromUS-421 S Take exit 5D toward Downtown Merge onto S Main St Turn right at E 1st St Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto N Chestnut St Destination will be on the right

From I-40 E Take exit 188 on the left for I-40 BUS/US-421 S toward Winston - Salem/Downtown Merge onto US-421 S Take exit 5D toward Downtown Merge onto S Main St Turn right at E 1st St Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto N Chestnut St

From I-40 W Take exit 193B to merge onto N Carolina 8 N/US-311 N/US-52 N toward Mt Airy Take exit 110A toward 3rd 4th 5th St/Downtown Merge onto Metropolitan Dr Turn left at 3rd St E Turn left at N Chestnut St

http://www.letusallpray.org/

Did You Miss Winter Jam?

HearItFirst.com will be streaming the entire Winter Jam concert LIVE this Sunday night from Nashville, TN!

Gather around the computer Sunday to catch all the action right from the comfort of your home! Is Winter Jam not coming to your area, no sweat! Do you want to re-live your Winter Jam experience? We've got you

Tune into HearItFirst.com/Live at 6:30pm central to watch Winter Jam live! There is a suggested online donation of $5 (if donating $5 is not an option for you, you may still watch) to Hands and Feet, an organization that has been on the ground in Haiti for years and was founded by Audio Adrenaline.

If you can't tune in on Sunday, be sure to watch behind the scenes videos at HearItFirst.com/WinterJam!

Oprah's Closet on Ebay

Oprah Winfrey is cleaning out her closet and you have the opportunity to buy her cast-offs.   Beginning March 1, the items will hit the auction block on ebay.  All of the proceeds benefit the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa.

Here's a link:  http://stores.ebay.com/Auction-Cause/Oprah.html

Make a Wish

Join the WBFJ Morning Show (with Darren, Tami and Verne)

TODAY for LUNCH at River Birch Lodge in Winston-Salem.

It’s all part of the third annual Celebrity Serve for Wishes in Forsyth County.
Participating restaurants are donating 10% of food sales to the local chapter of Make-A-Wish Foundation. River Birch Lodge is located on Robinhood Road in Winston-Salem. Menu and map on the NEWS Blog at http://www.wbfj.fm/

Phone: 768-1111
www.riverbirchlodge.com/location.html

Gettin' Fit with Allen

Today, Allen Branch with Fitness One of Kernersville, discussed how to help your kids develop a healthy lifestyle.  Here are his tips:

• Help your kids make good food choices-http://www.mypyramid.gov//
• Teach them to ask for sweets -kids shouldn't be able to have free, unlimited access to junk food.  They should have to ask first.
• Make the special treats a reward
• Get them involved in regular activity-Allen likes Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Dance or Soccer as good fitness activities
• Set a good example yourself FIRST

For more information about Allen and the offerings at Fitness One in Kernersville, visit their website, http://www.myfitnessone.com/

Follow Scott and Jo Anna Crawford on their Compassion Trip

http://teamcrawfordcarolina.blogspot.com/

"Local Flavor" Austin Simmons on American Idol Tonight!

Greensboro native, Austin Simmons is a talented singer/songwriter and hairdresser at Leon's on Tate St.  After four rounds of auditions in Orlando, he got a coveted "Golden Ticket" to Hollywood.  Look for him on tonight's (2/9) show. 

For more info about Austin and to hear some of his music, visit:
www.myspace.com/austinsimmonsmusic

Follow him on twitter at:
http://www.twitter.com/austin_simmons

Maternity Schmaternity

You can wear your favorite jeans, before, during, and after
your pregnancy. Denim Therapy will put in and then take
out side panels so they will grow with your belly.
www.denimtherapy.com/maternity-jeans

Do you Know a Fantastic Forsyth Family??

Nominate a family that exemplifies the spirit of a Fantastic Forsyth Family! If chosen, Forsyth Family Magazine will do a story on them and why they were nominated and chosen as the family of the month!


Complete the Entry Form here to nominate a Fantastic Family.

Austin Carty's High Points and Lows

Austin Carty details his journey toward faith in his new book,
"High Points and Lows: Life, Faith and Figuring It All Out
Details: http://www.austincarty.com/

Book Signings in the Triad…
This Wed night (Feb 3): First Wesleyan Church in HP

What: Book signing in High Point
When: 6 p.m. this Friday Feb. 5
Where: Barnes & Noble in High Point
Information: 886-1331

What: Q-and-A…book signing in Winston-Salem
When: 7 p.m. next Tue Feb. 9
Where: Borders Books on Stratford Road, Winston-Salem
Information: 727-8834,
www.borders.com

Read the article printed last week in the Greensboro News + Record
High Point 'Survivor' writes book about his faith journey
Austin Carty was on "Survivor: Panama” (season 12) back in 2006
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/01/25/article/high_point_survivor_writes_book_about_his_faith_journey

Fitness One 21 Day Program

For more in formation about the new 21-day program at Fitness One, visit...
http://web.me.com/allenbranch1/Site/Fitness_One_21_day_Fat_loss_boot_camp.html

Tour the Creasey's Extreme Home!

Davidson County Cancer Services and Relay for Life are sponsoring an
Open House at the Creasey home on February 20 – 21 (Saturday + Sunday).
The cost ($10 – adults and $5 for younger children).
Donations will benefit both organizations.
Contact: Davidson County Cancer Services
Phone: (336) 249-7265
Web: http://www.davidsoncountycancerservices.com/Upcoming-Events.html
Email: dccs@lexcominc.net

EMHE Viewing Party!

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!!!!

You're invited to watch “on the big screens” the 7pm and 8pm shows with us at Reeds Baptist Church. This is the same site as the original “Kick-off” for EMHE. Light refreshments provided. Free.

WEATHER PERMITTING! Info line w/ weather updates 336.238.9090

Address:
Reeds Baptist
180 Reeds Baptist Church Rd.
Lexington, NC 27295

Healthy Living Advice from Natalie Coughlin

NATALIE COUGHLIN best known as a world class swimmer and American Olympian. She has earned 11 Olympic medals and she is currently training for the 2012 Summer Games.How does she do it? Determination, drive and discipline count high on her score card. And she's got lots to share with us! For more info, visit: www.tummywise.com

CJ Beatty's"Everybody Wins"Instructional Baseball Camp"

Register Online Now

CJ BEATTY is a former NC A&T baseball standout. He was selected:
First Team All-MEAC NC A&T Male Athlete of the Year
2007 NC A&T Rookie of the Year
2007 MEAC Rookie of the Year
2007 Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American
2007-2008 Led MEAC Conference in Home Runs

Currently CJ is playing in the St.Louis Cardinal Organization. CJ was selected in the 2009 Major League Amatuer Draft June 2009. The Goal of this program is to ensure players learn the fundamentals of hitting and comprehend what it takes to reach their full hitting potential.

Program Focuses on:
Stance / Grip / Balance
Improved Performance
Swing Mechanics
Reduced Strikouts
Increased Power
More Confidence
Increased Bat Speed

** Bring your Bat, Glove, Tennis Shoes (No Cleats) and a Bottled Water**
Scholarships are available upon request

Saturday, February 6, 2010
Where: High Point Batting
CenterAges: 7-12 years old
Time:Session I: 10:00 am- 12 noon
Session II: 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
(Session II will only be available after Session I is filled)
Cost:$30.00 per sessionor $25.00 with a donation of 5 canned goods to be donated to the Macedonia Baseball League of High Point
Only 35 slots available: Click here to register online

Cut Your Grocery Bills in Half!

The Coupon Mom can help! Visit her website: www.couponmom.com for more info. Her new book is called The Coupon Mom's Guide to Cutting Your Grocery Bills in Half.

A Good Reason NOT to Make Your Bed

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-334487/Good-news-Not-making-bed-kills-dust-mites.html

Great Ideas for Handmade Valentines

Check out these cute, original Valentine ideas from Family Fun:
http://familyfun.go.com/valentines-day/valentines-day-cards/

Cookin' with Bacon

Red Beans and Rice

Recipe By :Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :2:45

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound red beans --soaked overnight
1 each ham hocks
1 each yellow onion -- diced
2 each garlic clove -- minced
3 quarts water
1 tablespoon hot sauce
4 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
5 cups cooked white rice
1 pound smoked sausage -- Cajun Andoullie
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 dash salt and pepper -- to taste

Rinse & clean beans well first, then soak overnight in the water.

Put beans on stove and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a bare simmer.

While beans begin to simmer add chicken bouillon and the ham hock to the pot.

Sauté onions and garlic together in a little fat, then add to the pot.

Simmer beans approximately 2 hours. Beans should be just firm and the liquid should be slightly thick and creamy. You may need to add small amounts of water in batches as the beans cook to achieve this .

Heat Sausages

At the end stir in hot sauce and Cajun seasoning.

Serve over rice with sliced sausages as garnish.

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