2020 October Newsletter
Clothing Closet News
We are happy to be back and serving so many new and old clients. Because of the pandemic, our client hours are changed as well as the way we are doing business. Our hours of operations are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 10:00am to 12:00pm. Also, we are open Wednesday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Our Volunteer Assistants have worked hard to redesign the inside of the Clothing Closet to make it easy for us to do the shopping for you. Come try out our personal shopping assistants as they interview you in your car as to your needs and sizes and bring appropriate clothing for you to take home. We have received some appreciation notes about our carefully selected outfits for our clients. This is a great sign that our clients like this new experience. We are now accepting fall and winter donations during operation hours only. All donations need to go in the quarantined shed. Due to our limited space we cannot accept shoes, purses, toys, books, and small household items. For more information on all donations, please check out our website: https://www.greececlothingcloset.org/gcc/donations.cfm
New Vehicle Special
2020 Civic LX CVT Sedan – MSRP: $21,480 – FC2F6LEW. 36 month closed end lease. $0 due at signing. First payment, $595 acquisition fee, taxes and DMV fees due at signing. 10,000 miles/year. $0.15 overage. To qualified buyers through AHFC. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear/tear. Dealer may affect actual payment. Offers valid through 11/2/20.
Anniversaries
7 Fall Driving Safety Tips
Fall is a time for hay rides, leaf peeping and pumpkin picking. It’s also a time when road and weather conditions make getting there a little tougher. Stay safe on the road this season with these smart driving tips.
Don’t brake on leaves
Wet leaves can be as slippery as ice. Drive slowly through them and avoid hard braking. Leaves may obscure lane lines and other road markers, so pay attention to the edge of the road and take care to stay in your lane, advises PennDOT.
Avoid sun glare
On and near the autumnal equinox, the first 15 to 45 minutes after sunrise and before sunset can make for more difficult driving due to sun glare. The sun perfectly aligns with east/west roadways during this time. Grab a good pair of sunglasses for the daytime, keep your windshield clean and use north/south streets or streets with tree cover when possible, says the National Weather Service.
Use your rain smarts
During fall, many cities see increased rainfall. When it’s raining, be sure to maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you, as the wet roads may be more slippery than usual and you may be at higher risk of hydroplaning. Use your low beams or fog lights (never high beams) in fog conditions, says the Minnesota Safety Council.
Be careful on bridges
As the temperature begins to drop, morning frost can leave icy patches on bridges, overpasses and shaded spots on the road. Slow down.
Adjust your eyes
We lose 1 to 2 minutes of daylight daily after the autumnal equinox according to the National Weather Service. After leaving home or the office and before hitting the gas petal, give your eyes time to adjust to the dark, advises the Minnesota Safety Council. It takes them between 2 and 5 minutes to start adjusting.
Watch out for deer
Autumn marks the beginning of deer breeding season and they will be more active in areas near the road, says the PennDOT. Deer are most active during sunset and sunrise so be extra watchful when driving near the woods and near deer crossing signs.
Make sure your vehicle is up to the task
That means you should:
- Check your tire pressure. Tires lose 1 to 2 pounds of pressure for every 10-degree temperature drop, according to the Utah Safety Council.
- Replace your windshield wipers. A really clean window can help you see when there’s glare.
- Adjust your headlights. If your headlights seem too dim, ask your mechanic to make sure they’re aligned properly.
Happy Halloween
Featured Recipe
Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
INGREDIENTS: 1 (6-oz.) pkg. long-grain and wild rice, 3 to 3 1/2-lb. cut-up frying chicken, skinned if desired, 1 cup sliced celery, 1 (4 1/2-oz.) jar whole mushrooms, drained, 2 cups water, 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can condensed cream of chicken or cream of celery soup, Paprika.
MAKE IT: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 13×9-inch (3-quart) baking dish. Pour uncooked rice over bottom of greased dish. Sprinkle evenly with seasoning mix packet. Arrange chicken pieces over rice. Spoon celery and mushrooms around chicken. In medium saucepan, combine water and soup; mix well. Bring to a boil. Pour evenly over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle chicken with paprika. Cover with foil. Bake at 350°F. for 1 hour. Uncover; bake an additional 20 to 30 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.