Local Activities & TipsFamily Friendly Things To Do In February

Tour Eastern State Penitentiary: This is better for older kids. Cold, dreary weather makes the perfect time to visit a cold, dreary former prison. The Eastern State Penitentiary today is a museum, complete with recreation of Capone’s cell. An admission ticket will get you a guided tour (offered only in winter), interactive history exhibits where you can open a cell block door, and art installations throughout the prison.Explore the Italian Market: Distract them with food! The colors, sounds and smells will delight all ages. Keep in mind that many shops close around 3/4pm so head there in the early afternoon. Visit the Independence Mall Historic Sites: This is about 15 different things to do – and be warned, some of them are not open in the winter, like Betsy Ross’ house, but that

February Festivities in PhiladelphiaLOVE on Valentine’s Day – Feb, 14, 2018: Philadelphia is the city of Brotherly Love and you have probably seen those photos with a human-size LOVE sign. Stop by Love Park with someone you love for that iconic photo.Visit the Franklin Institute: Here you can walk through a heart 15,000 times life size, or take the Sports Challenge Virtual Reality to learn about physics of sport and even climb aboard a steam engine. This science themed institute offers an interactive way to learn about science. Mummer’s Mardi Gras Parade – Date TBD: The annual Mardi Gras Parade is one of the exciting February events in

Philadelphia. This daylong celebration brings the pageantry of NOLA to a family friendly neighborhood complete with face painting, costumes and of course, the Philadelphia Mummers. The String Bands will parade throughout the afternoon and you can meet them afterwards.President’s Day in Philadelphia – Feb 19, 2018: What better place to spend President’s Day than in this historic American city? Many attractions, especially those focused on the history and role of the president are free on President’s Day, including:• National Constitution Center 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 525 Arch St.• Liberty Bell Center 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 526 Market St.• Benjamin Franklin Museum 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 317 Chestnut St.• The President’s House 7 a.m.-10 p.m. 6th and Market streetsPhiladelphia Auto Show – Jan 27- Feb 4, 2018: Get up close and personal with the newest auto creations from every major manufacture – from family cars to exotic sports cars. Some are even available for a test drive! The Philadelphia Convention Center becomes a playground for car lovers this last week of January.

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Things to Do at Night in FebruaryFirst Friday in Old City – February 2, 2018: Art Galleries and spaces open their tours to serious buyers and people watchers on Feb 2, 2018 for an informal open house. From 5pm-9pm, there is no admission and you can experience the arts community of the Old City.Taste test the best Cheesesteaks: A must in Philly is to have a Cheesesteak. The choices can be overwhelming but we have a list of the most commonly ranked locations. Cheesesteak Suggestions:• Jim’s Steaks at 400 South St.• John’s Roast Pork (yes they have Cheesesteaks) at 14 Snyder Ave.• Tony Luke’s at 39 E. Oregon Ave.• Campo’s Deli at 214 Market St.• Sonny’s Famous Steaks at 228 Market St. • Delssandro’s Steaks and Hoagies at 600 Wendover St.• Ishkabibble’s at 327 South St.• Paesano’s Philly Style at 1017 S. 9th St.• Carmen’s Famous Italian Hoagie at 51 N 12th St.• Pat’s King of Steaks at 1237 E. Passyunk Ave. • Geno’s Steaks at 1219 S. 9th St.Celebrate Chinese New Year: Year of the Dog – Feb. 16, 2018: There are many great Chinese New Year events in Philadelphia’s Chinatown! Every year you can find the Lion Dance Parade and usually a midnight fireworks celebration. For more information, visit https://www.phillychinatown.com

Source for all Philadelphia activities: www.freetoursbyfoot.com/philadelphia-in-february/

Free Things To Do In FebruaryVisit the Philadelphia Mint: On your visit to the Mint, you will be able to see the first coin press used in 1792! The first one million coins minted here took about three years to make, but today it takes only half an hour. Philadelphia Art Museum: After you have run up the steps like Rocky, you can view Monet’s Japanese Bridge and Water Lillies and Toulouse-Lautrec’s At the Moulin Rouge. Admission is name your own price after 5pm on Wednesdays and on Sunday, February 4 2018.Wish George Washington a Happy Birthday at Valley Forge: The National Historic Site at Valley Forge welcomes you to join them to celebrate Washington’s Birthday, complete with cupcakes. Feb. 20, 2018.

Source: freetoursbyfoot.com

American Heart Month Statistics and Facts at a Glance• The first American Heart Month, which took place

in February 1964, was proclaimed by President Lyndon B. Johnson via Proclamation 3566 on December 30, 1963.

• The Congress, by joint resolution on that date, has requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating February as American Heart Month.

• At that time, more than half the deaths in the U.S. were caused by cardiovascular disease.

• While American Heart Month is a federally designated month in the United States, it’s important to realize that cardiovascular disease knows no borders. Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, remains the leading global cause of death with more than 17.3 million deaths each year.

• That number is expected to rise to more than 23.6 million by 2030.

• President Lyndon B. Johnson’s proclamation that first declared February as American Heart Month

• 220.8 per 100,000: The overall rate of death attributable to CVD, based on 2014 data.

• On average, someone died of CVD every 40 seconds. That is about 2,200 deaths of CVD each day.

• On average, someone in the US has a stroke every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 new or recurrent stroke each year. On average, someone died of a stroke every 4 minutes

• Stroke accounted for ≈1 of every 20 deaths in the United States.

• More than 65% of US adults have 2, 3, or 4 criteria at ideal cardiovascular health, with ≈20% adults within each of these categories. At any age, females tend to have more metrics at ideal levels than do males. Blacks and Hispanics tend to have fewer metrics at ideal levels than whites or other races.

• 85.7 million, or 34.0% of US adults are estimated to have hypertension, based on 2011-2014 data.

• 28.5 million, or 11.9% of US adults are estimated to have total serum cholesterol levels ≥240 mg/dL, based on 2011-2014 data.

• 23.4 million, or 9.1% of US adults are estimated to have diagnosed diabetes, based on 2011-2014 data.

• 1 in 6 males and 1 in 7 females in the United States are current smokers, based on 2015 data.

• On average, 1 in 3 adults, or 30.4% Do not engage in leisure time physical activity. Hispanic and Non-Hispanic black adults were more likely to be inactive. Source: American Heart

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February is American Heart MonthFebruary is a time when people think of the human heart as a symbol of love. During the month of Valentine’s Day, we see more hearts and bright, red colored clothing than any other time during the year. While purchasing a delicious, dark, chocolate heart for your valentine, use this month to learn more about your risks for heart disease and stroke along with ways to stay healthy.

What is the Diabetes Connection?Heart disease which includes heart attack,

cardiac arrhythmias, cardiomyopathy and heart failure as well as stroke are the leading causes of disability and death in people with type 2 diabetes. Most people with diabetes do not understand the correlation between diabetes and heart disease, but adults with diabetes are 2-4 times more likely to have heart problems than people without diabetes. Much of the process for heart disease may occur prior to your diabetes diagnosis so you want to make changes as soon as possible. Fortunately, the American Heart Association deems diabetes to be one of the many controllable risk factors for heart disease.

What are Possible Symptoms of Heart Disease?Since heart disease is a leading killer, you should be aware of the signs and symptoms. Warning signs include chest pain or tightness, cold sweats, pain in the arm, jaw, back or neck, shortness of breath, dizziness, nausea and light headedness. Men and women may experience different symptoms. People with diabetes may not have any symptoms which is often called, “a silent heart attack.” If you suspect you are having a heart attack, chew a 325mg aspirin and call 911. Do not wait! The sooner a heart attack is treated, the better the results.

What Does an Effective Diabetes Plan Include to Reduce Your Heart Disease Risk?An effective diabetes self-management plan includes starting with a primary care, internist or endocrinologist who will help you take charge and monitor your diabetes. The next step should be to find a diabetes educator or dietitian that specializes in diabetes to achieve a complete care plan. You may be entitled to a 10-hour diabetes education course through your insurance plan. Medicare does cover diabetes education and many commercial plans follow Medicare guidelines. Research through your local ADA where an accredited diabetes management plan is. For more information about Heart Disease and Diabetes, visit: adwdiabetes.org

Source: ADW Diabetes https://www.adwdiabetes.org/articles/national-heart-month

Newsletter for Columbus Property Management Residents February 2018

Table of Contents

Page 1American Heart Month

Page 2Local Activities & Tips

Family Friendly Things to do in February

American Heart Month Statistics and Facts at a Glance

Page 3Tips & Ideas

Page 4Recipe of the Month: Chicken and Sweet Potatoes with Shallots

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Recipe of the Month: Chicken and Sweet Potatoes With Shallots

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces

• Kosher salt and black pepper• 4 tablespoons olive oil• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (each 6

ounces)• 4 shallots, sliced into thin rings• 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh

rosemary

Directions

1. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot. Add enough cold water to cover and bring to a boil.

2. Add 1 teaspoon salt, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, 14 to 16 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup of the cooking water, drain the sweet potatoes, and return them to the pot. Mash with the reserved cooking water.

3. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.

4. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer to plates.

5. Wipe out the skillet. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, rosemary, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring, until the shallots are tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

6. Serve the chicken with the potatoes and drizzle with the shallot mixture.

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