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Here are some photos from CEFN’s 9th Annual Senior Gala Fundraiser, which was held on April 5th. Everyone looked wonderful in their ✨dazzling✨ white outfits! It was truly a day of elegance and glamour! 💫

We thank all of those who attended and/or supported our April 5th event and we look forward to seeing you all at future CEFN events!

The Uptown Cigarette Story.

Here's the link to hear it (the Uptown story starts half way in):

Big Tobacco’s Minty Rebrand | Not Past It On January 11, 1964, the U.S. Surgeon General released a bombshell report detailing the harmful effects of smoking. It was the first time America’s “top doctor” issued such a public warning on the dangers of ci******es. And with their backs against the wall, to***co companies got creative and ...

Ain't No Mountain High Enough by James Wilson and Michell at CEFN's 2022 Senior Gala

CEFN Senior Gala 2022 Ain't No Mountain High Enough The Smooth Edge Band performing Ain't No Mountain High Enough at the 2022 Motown R***e Senior GalaWelcome to the 2022 CEFN Senior Gala! CEFN was proud to pre...

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"Dancing in the Street" at CEFN's 2022 Senior Gala

CEFN Senior Gala 2022 Dancin in the Street The Smooth Edge Band performing Dancin in the Street at the 2022 Motown R***e Senior GalaWelcome to the 2022 CEFN Senior Gala! CEFN was proud to present a Mo...

Keep getting your groove on!

Dancing and More Dancing | CEFN Senior Gala 2021 Lots of dancing at CEFN's Senior Gala 2021.Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN) is a non-profit organization that educates the community on developing...

Get Your Soul Train On!

Soul Train | CEFN Senior Gala 2021 Having fun making some soul trains on the dance floor!Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN) is a non-profit organization that educates the community on...

Living it Up on the Dance Floor | CEFN Senior Gala 2021 Having fun at CEFN's Senior Gala 2021!Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN) is a non-profit organization that educates the community on developing and ...

Movin' and Groovin' | CEFN Senior Gala 2021 Movin' and Groovin'!Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN) is a non-profit organization that educates the community on developing and maintaining health...

Dancing and grooving at CEFN's 2021 Senior Gala

Dancing and Grooving | CEFN Senior Gala 2021 Having a good time at CEFN's Senior Gala 2021!Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN) is a non-profit organization that educates the community on develop...

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Spring/Summer 2022 Newsletter - Issue 1 - The Spring/Summer 2022 Newsletter detailing on the success of CEFN's fundraising event, the 70s Motown R***e Senior Gala!

Seasons greetings everyone! Christmas is right around the corner, so we thought it would be nice to share a recipe that could be the centerpiece for your Christmas dinner: Lemon & Rosemary Roasted Cornish Hens! These will take some time and effort, but believe us when we tell you that it is worth it. Cornish Hens by Flickr OverviewPrep Time: 20 Minutes…...

https://cefn.org/2021/12/19/recipe-of-the-week-lemon-rosemary-roasted-cornish-hens/

Recipe of the Week: Lemon & Rosemary Roasted Cornish Hens - Christmas is right around the corner, so we thought it would be nice to share a recipe for Lemon & Rosemary Roasted Cornish Hens!

Hi everyone! Last week, we took a look at the Healthy Ginger Breadloaf as part of some of the holiday recipes we would like to share with you. This week, we will talk about the Sweet Potato Hash Breakfast Bake, a delicious breakfast dish you could serve at your family gathering this holiday season!...

https://cefn.org/2021/12/13/recipe-of-the-week-sweet-potato-hash-breakfast-bake/

Recipe of the Week: Sweet Potato Hash Breakfast Bake - This week, we talk about the Sweet Potato Hash Breakfast Bake, a delicious breakfast dish you could serve this holiday season!

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Hi everyone! We hope that you had a fantastic time with your families and enjoyed some of the recipes we showcased over the past few weeks. Now that the holidays are fast approaching, we will be looking at some recipes that will make your gathering that much more special, and what better way to kick off the season than with a Healthy Pecan Pie!...

https://cefn.org/2021/11/28/recipe-of-the-week-healthy-pecan-pie/

Recipe of the Week: Healthy Pecan Pie - Now that the holidays are fast approaching, we will be looking at some new recipes , and what better way to start than with a Healthy Pecan Pie!

Please take a look at what CEFN has to say in volume 1 of the Winter/Spring 2022 Edition of CEFN's Newsletter!

https://cefn.org/2021/11/24/cefn-winter-spring-newsletter/

CEFN Winter/Spring Newsletter - Take a look at what CEFN has to say in this Winter/Spring 2022 Edition of our Newsletter!

Hi everyone! Last week, we went over how to make a One Pan Roast Turkey with Vegetables for a main course for Thanksgiving. Now that we have the main meal out of the way, its time to take a look at a fantastic side dish for it: Hassel Back Butternut Squash! Hassel Back Butternut Squash by How Sweet Eats Overview…...

https://cefn.org/2021/11/21/recipe-of-the-week-hassel-back-butternut-squash/

Recipe of the Week: Hassel Back Butternut Squash - Hi everyone! Last week, we looked at the One Pan Roast Turkey. Now its time to take a look at a fantastic side dish for it: Hassel Back Butternut Squash!

CEFN is proud to present A MoTown Review, the 7th Annual Senior Gala Extravaganza! Register today for a chance to win some great prizes! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We hope to see you there!

https://cefn.org/product/motown-revue-tickets/

MoTown R***e Tickets - CEFN is proud to present A MoTown Review, the 7th Annual Senior Gala Extravaganza! Register today for a chance to win some great prizes! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We hope to see you there!

Greetings everyone! We've covered various entrees and side dishes the past few weeks, but now its time to take a look at the center piece of many family gatherings. We are going to look at the crown piece of Thanksgiving, a One Pan Roast Turkey and Vegetables, a classic for any Thanksgiving family meal. While it will take a bit of prep work, it is certain to be delicious!...

https://cefn.org/2021/11/14/recipe-of-the-week-one-pan-roast-turkey-and-vegetables/

Recipe of the Week: One Pan Roast Turkey and Vegetables - Greetings everyone! We are going to look at the crown piece of Thanksgiving, a One Pan Roast Turkey and Vegetables, a classic family meal!

Hi everyone! Last week, we looked at the savory Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. This week, we're going to be looking at a sweet and crisp recipe: Honey Crisp Salad. This makes for a great side next to your entrees and is delicious and refreshing to boot! Honey Crisp Salad by Perry's Stakehouse on Flickr OverviewPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 0 minutes…...

https://cefn.org/2021/11/07/recipe-of-the-week-honey-crisp-salad/

Recipe of the Week: Honey Crisp Salad - Hi everyone! This week, we're going to be looking at a sweet and crisp recipe: Honey Crisp Salad. It's refreshing and easy to make!

Hey seniors!

Our 6th annual 70's Senior Gala Extravaganza, held on 10/22, was a blast! Our team at CEFN hope those that attended the gala enjoyed their time. For those who unfortunately could not make it to the 70's party, don't worry! Our next event, Motown Review Karaoke Contest will be held on April 1, 2022. As the date approaches be on the lookout for more information about that. We hope to see you all there!

In the meantime, enjoy these pictures of our lovely seniors at the gala. Make sure to tag anyone you recognize in these photos!

Greetings everyone! As the weather gets cooler and all sorts of holidays approach, we are going to start covering recipes that you can use at your family gatherings. This week, we'll take a look a Cauliflower Mac and Cheese, a savory dish that pairs well with a lot of meals! This recipe is by Chef Vicki Mines, and was originally featured in our holiday recipe booklet, now posted here for your convenience!...

https://cefn.org/2021/10/31/recipe-of-the-week-cauliflower-mac-and-cheese/

Recipe of the Week: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese - Greetings everyone! This week, we'll take a look a Cauliflower Mac and Cheese, a savory dish that pairs well with a lot of meals!

Hi everyone! Last week, we featured a scrumptious Grilled Salmon Burger. This week, we're going to look at the sweet side of things with a Peach Iced Tea Recipe, written by Chef Alex Caspero. This was also in our July 4th Recipe Booklet, now posted here for your perusal. A Peach Iced Tea Cooking SummaryHere's a quick summary of how long to expect to cook and how many glasses this recipe yields!...

https://cefn.org/2021/10/24/recipe-of-the-week-peach-iced-tea/

Recipe of the Week: Peach Iced Tea - Hi everyone! This week, we're going to look at the sweet side of things with a nice Peach Iced Tea recipe!

Hi everyone! Last week, we looked at the Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad, which was super healthy and easy to make. This week, we'll take a look at the Smoked Salmon Burger by Chef Joanne Lusted. We featured this in our July 4th recipe booklet- now posted here for your convenience! A Smoked Salmon Burgerby Dierbergs Markets Smoked Salmon Burger…...

https://cefn.org/2021/10/17/recipe-of-the-week-smoked-salmon-burger/

Recipe of the Week: Smoked Salmon Burger - This week, we'll take a look at the Smoked Salmon Burger, which is a really healthy option and super delicious to eat!

Community Enrichment Fitness Network Hosts an Inaugural Senior Health & Wellness Community Event After 16 months of waiting to host our first in-person event, CEFN, in partnership with CareGivers America, Oak StreetHealth, and Humana hosted an amazingInaugural Senior Health and Wellness Community Outdoor Event, initially scheduled for July 3rd, but due to the weather forecast for rain, it was subsequently held on the July 10 which was the rain date....

https://cefn.org/2021/10/07/fall-winter-2021-newsletter-issue-1/

Fall/Winter 2021 Newsletter, Issue 1 - Community Enrichment Fitness Network Hosts an Inaugural Senior Health & Wellness Community Event After 16 months of waiting to host our first in-person event, CEFN, in partnership with CareGivers America,Continue reading "Fall/Winter 2021 Newsletter, Issue 1"

Want something healthy and easy to make? Try making Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad from Kathryn's Kitchen! Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad This Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad is healthy, delicious, and extremely easy to make. It requires ingredients that are probably already lying around in your kitchen! All you need are the following: Your Pasta of ChoiceOlive oilRed wine vinegar…...

https://cefn.org/2021/10/06/recipe-of-the-week-october-12-2021/

Recipe of the Week: October 12, 2021 - Want something healthy and easy to make? Try making Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad from Kathryn’s Kitchen! Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad This Vegetable Herb Pasta Salad is healthy, delicious, and extremelyContinue reading "Recipe of the Week: October 12, 2021"

Recipe of the Week: Grilled Salmon Salad by Taste of Home 🐟🥗

This is a healthy and quick recipe to make while it's still summer!

Here is the link to the full recipe:

https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/grilled-salmon-salad/

Grilled Salmon Salad For a cool summer supper, try this fresh-tasting grilled salmon salad. Lightly dressed with tangy raspberry vinegar, it gets a little crunch from onion and celery. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Recipe of the Week: Cumin-Spiced Lentil Burgers by Taste of Home 🍔

This is a unique and healthy recipe to make for the summer!

Here is the link to the full recipe:

https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cumin-spiced-lentil-burgers/

Cumin-Spiced Lentil Burgers My lovely Turkish daughter-in-law has shared many recipes with our family. I transformed her original lentil log recipe (a traditional Turkish appetizer) into these lentil burgers. For a spicier burger, you can add hot chili powder or crushed red chili peppers. —Sheila Joan Suhan, Scottdale, Penns...