For the lovely, leisurely, lazy days of August (that is the point of August right?) take time each day to imagine yourself living the life you want to live, picturing experiencing events as you want to experience them, envisioning interacting with like minded souls, and visualizing attainment of all the things you want to achieve.
Einstein said "imagination is more important than knowledge." Fostering that imagination is what allows us to manifest our dreams.
Enjoy this month, and all it offers, making time to strengthen the power of your imagination.
Happy August!
Jill
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You Say Heirloom Tomatoes, We Say... By Alana Sugar
 Classic heirloom varieties are prized for their intense flavors, vibrant colors and unique shapes. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Cherokee Purple. This very large, beefsteak variety is purple or very dark red. It's deeply flavored and rich with a firm, dense texture. Slice these tomatoes thickly and serve with brined cheeses such as feta or with a sweet drizzle of honey.
- Marvel Stripe. This large, beefsteak variety is yellow with interior blush. It's mild, sweet and fruity with low acidity. These tomatoes are juicy and soft and are wonderful for gazpacho, paired with balsamic vinegar as a tomato relish or with earthy clothbound cheddar cheese.
- Brandywine. This is another large, beefsteak variety, however these tomatoes are pink or yellow and sweet with low acidity. They are perfect for sandwiches, used as the base of a fresh summer salad or paired with the creamy saltiness of Parmigiano Reggiano.
- Evergreen. This is a medium to large, beefsteak variety. They stay green when ripe and are mild and sweet. Make tomato preserves, a sandwich with triple crème Brie and baguette or bread and fry slices for fried green tomatoes.
- Black Prince. This is a medium-sized, round globe variety that's purple or very dark red. It's deep and sweetly flavored with a firm texture. Sprinkle wedges with vinaigrette and fresh herbs for a simple treat; pair with Rogue Creamery Oregon Blue to match the tomato's sweetness.
- Sun Gold. This small, cherry variety is dark yellow or almost orange. These tomatoes are tangy-sweet and perfect for an anytime snack, tossing into quick salads, baking on pizzas and flatbreads and pairing with Parrano cheese.
- Black Cherry. This small, cherry variety is purple or dark red, very sweet and highly flavored. They're great in salads, roasting whole, baking into focaccia and pairing with Monterey Jack for a cream-of-tomato soup flavor combination.
Hungry yet? CLICK HERE for some ideas and recipes!
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Calling all Hanover Teens!
Juried Teen Art Show at the Library
Join us in celebrating your artwork!
You are cordially invited to enter your artwork in an upcoming exhibit funded by the Friends of the John Curtis Free Library. "Just for Teens" is an art show celebrating the creative work of Hanover teens from September 1 through September 30 at the John Curtis Free Library in Hanover. Participation is open to all between 13 and 18 years of age - 1 piece per teen. A panel of artists and/or art educators will judge the pieces and select works of merit to receive cash prizes ($125, $75, and $50). There is no cost to participate.
Register on Monday, August 24, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm, by bringing one piece (framed if two-dimensional)
to the library.
Call Tracy Marchetti with questions, 781-826-7055
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