Happy Food Day!
By Brianna Elliott [OAM Registered Dietitian] and Emily Casselman [Nutrition Student Volunteer] October 24 is recognized as Food Day in the United States. We’re proud to celebrate this day at
October 23, 2017
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2019 Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunities
Thanksgiving is a very special time at Open Arms. We give all our clients the option of receiving either a frozen turkey with all the fixings the week before Thanksgiving
October 23, 2017
A journey from denial to optimism
By Ashley Hackett, Photojournalism Intern A year and a half ago, Diane Brown* sat in her small apartment in Chicago, reeling with feelings of denial and depression. She had been
October 20, 2017
Weekly Recipe #309: White Chicken Chili
By Jordan Yseth, Dietetic Intern [University of Minnesota – Fairview] Whoever invented the crockpot is a genius! This simple-to-use appliance can save you a lot of time in the kitchen.
October 16, 2017
Making life easier and healthier
From the 2016 Annual Report When Lori was diagnosed with brain cancer, she and her sister Diane did their best to face the challenges that came with her diagnosis. As
October 10, 2017
Weekly Recipe #308: Mexican Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers
By Martha Uhl, Dietetic Intern (University of Minnesota – The Emily Program) I love Mexican-style cuisine and am always trying to think of creative, yet healthful recipes to add to
October 10, 2017
Weekly Recipe #307: No-Bake Energy Bites
By Elise Williamson, Dietetic Intern [Normandale Community College] If you’re in need of the perfect snack and have just ten minutes to spare, then look no further. These no-bake energy
October 2, 2017
Food for the family, friendship for the soul
From the 2016 Annual Report Charlene has a lot on her plate: She has HIV, and she is the primary caregiver for several of her young grandchildren. But thanks to
September 26, 2017
Weekly Recipe #306: Hearty Autumn Brisket
By Lindsay Midura, Dietetic Intern [University of Minnesota – Fairview] Here it comes: chilly weather, changing leaves, pumpkin patches and apple orchards. The underlying theme of fall festivities always comes
September 26, 2017
Weekly Recipe #305: Weeknight Spinach & Chickpea Stew
By Aimee Tritt, Dietetic Intern, Dietetic Intern [University of Minnesota – The Emily Program] As the days grow shorter, it seems like the amount of time I have to prepare
September 19, 2017
Harvest Festival at Open Farms
Join us for a family-friendly event at our urban farm in St. Paul and take a peek at one of our Open Farms! Harvest Festival Saturday, September 8 10 a.m. –
September 18, 2017
Weekly Recipe #304: Brussels Sprout Sweet Potato Hash
By Hillary Argyle, Dietetic Intern [University of Minnesota] Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes are a delectable combination. This hash is a tasty dish that can be eaten for any meal
September 5, 2017
