Meal prep classes for diabetics

A Dining with Diabetes session will be held 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 28 at Hartzell’s Pharmacy, 300 American St., Catasauqua. Additional sessions will be held 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 4, 11, 25, and March 4. A follow-up class will be held April 15.

The class is offered at $39. Participants learn how to prepare meals that are healthy, simple, and tasty. Participants will have the opportunity to help prepare recipes and sample the foods, and will also learn up to date information on nutrition, planning, and important diabetes-related medical tests.

A1C, a measure of blood glucose levels and blood pressure will be taken at the first and follow-up classes. Participants are also given incentives such as an exercise DVD, plate method placemat, and a “Dining with Diabetes Cookbook.”

To register, go to extension.psu.edu/health/diabetes/ events or call 877-345-0691. originally issued birth certificate, a record of the child’s immunizations, and parent photo identification. Two different proofs of residency are also required. Acceptable proofs are the following: driver’s license (updated or with change of address card), moving permit, deed, current tax bill/receipt, mortgage document/bill, rental lease agreement, current utility bill, vehicle registration card, or multiple occupancy permit. Children entering kindergarten should be brought along for a brief academic assessment.

Call Peters Elementary after Jan. 2 at 610-767-9827 between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for kindergarten registration or for additional information. Scholastic achievement nominations must be for an Allentown school. Only one nomination is permitted per person.

Nominations are due by Feb. 1. Nomination forms can be requested via an email to ismael.arcelay@allentownpa.gov or by phone 610-437-7743. Completed nominations can be mailed to Allentown, c/o mayor’s office, 435 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18101 or emailed to the address previously listed.