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MOTHER’S DAY in 1908 Anna set up a service in Andrew’s BY: ASHLEY MIR Methodist Episcopal Church located in Grafton, West Virginia. The Church success- fully became the International Mother’s Day Shrine, now a tribute to all mothers. Mother’s Day has come a long way over the years. It is a well-deserved holiday to honor and celebrate mothers all over the world. After all, they deserve to be celebrated for all they do for us! Issue #14, May Issue
It’s about time the cold weather has passed MAY HOROSCOPES and Spring has sprung. This beautiful weather is a BY: SARAH STRICK perfect time to celebrate the important women in our lives. Annually, Mother’s Day is held on the sec- ond Sunday of May. Although Mother’s Day is a major holiday internationally, it is not a federal holiday and therefore businesses usually remain open.
Mother’s Day is not only a lovely celebration, PAGE but a benefit for many businesses. Restaurants are 1 usually very busy. Hallmark stores and florists make a ton of money as well. Some popular traditions to include taking your family out for a meal and having Taurus (April 20th- May 20th)- You will family gatherings. Usually, people give gifts such as have to try very hard to maintain your chocolates, flowers, jewelry, or gift cards to their relationship with some of the people close mother, grandmother, aunt, or wife. to you. Try to maintain your relationships How did Mother’s Day become a tradition? It with all the strength you have, and no mat- was established by two women, Julia Ward Howe ter what, do not allow yourself to give in and Anna Jarvis. Julia Howe was against Woman Suf- to fleeting desires, as those will define a frage and decided women should get more recogni- negative outcome. Be sincere in your rela- tion. So in the 1870’s, she called for Mother’s Day tionships. Do not lie even if the truth looks to be celebrated annually to discourage violence ugly. Keep in mind that you have to pay for amongst women. Her tradition carried on, but only everything and that there are no secrets for another ten years in Boston before it diminished. that remain hidden forever. Be brave, know In 1907, Anna Jarvis held a private ceremony how to make decisions, and accept respon- in honor of her mother, Ann Jarvis, in West Virginia. sibility for them. Making a mistake is not a She previously set up “Mother’s Day Work Clubs” to sign of stupidity, it just means that you did care for her neighborhood and keep it in order. Anna not have the right definition when you were was determined in making Mother’s Day more known making the decision. Consider not only your and so she launched a campaign, which was sup- own, but also other people’s experiences. ported by a clothing maker in Philadelphia. In the end, even being alone is the result of Not yet content with her accomplishments, your own decisions. RARITAN REVIEW Raritan High School’s Official Newspaper BEST FLOWERS TO PLANT meats and its purple, blue, and burgundy flow- BY: SARAH STRICK ers are a great addition to any garden. Happy Gardening! Annuals: Warm season annuals like begonias, geraniums, marigolds, and petunias will provide amazing color throughout the growing season STUDENT AND when planted in May. These are all also suitable TEACHER OF THE MONTH for container gardening, growing flowers in pots or window boxes as opposed to planting them in BY: KAITLYN LALLY the ground. Begonias come in a countless num- ber of colors from pinks to reds and yellows to oranges, and varieties that grow in shade to full sun. Geraniums are a popular plant used outdoors in gardens, hanging baskets, pots, and window
boxes but they also flourish indoors in sunny loca- Issue #14, May Issue tions. If planted in May, marigolds will show a tidy golden and crimson border with the added benefit of repelling many garden pests. Petunias create lovely borders even in the smallest of areas. They are one of the most popular bedding flowers that you can find in just about any color.
Perennials: African daisy, fuchsia, and del- phinium, are well-suited flowering perennials for May planting. Varieties of African daisies bloom PAGE
in colors including white, pink, yellow, and gold. 2 They do great in sunny areas in the garden or in pots on decks or patios. As for fuchsia’s pinkish to purple flowers they are considered cold-hardy and prefers cool temperatures and does its best when planted in semi- shaded areas. The blue, violet, This month’s teacher of the month is Coach and white blossoms of the delphinium do best in Toscano! cooler climates and begin to lose their strength and health after two or three years. Alex Barrett (10th Grade) - Alex is a great, hard working student who shows his intelligence Herbs: Cilantro, thyme, sage, and many other and maturity on a daily basis. Not only is he an popular culinary herbs can be planted in May. honor student, he is also a big part of the JV Cilantro grows well throughout spring and summer tennis team. and, when picked, becomes a great seasoning for Mexican and Chinese food. Be careful, when its Brianna Rinaldi (12th Grade) - Brianna is flowers bloom the leaves are too strongly flavored a wonderful student and person. She always for many dishes. The purple flowers of the thyme comes to class full of enthusiasm and is friendly plant are hardy and will grow in most conditions. and helpful towards others. Brianna is also very Sage leaves are known for seasoning poultry and active in several clubs and sports. RARITAN REVIEW Raritan High School’s Official Newspaper HEALTHY PASTA SALAD CHICKEN, CUCUMBER, TOMATO BY: BRIDGET FAHY BY: BRIDGET FAHY Issue #14,
May Issue What You’ll Need: Issue #14, 1 clove garlic May Issue 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 lemon, juiced (about 1 tablespoon) Ingredients: 1 cup pear tomatoes, sliced in rounds 1 kirby cucumber, unpeeled, quartered length- 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) wise and sliced pasta 3 pepperoncini peppers, stemmed and minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped Freshly ground black pepper PAGE 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped PAGE 2 1 cup roughly chopped kale Directions: 3 4 cloves garlic, chopped Smash the garlic clove, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon 1 pinch dried basil of salt and with the flat side of a large knife, 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper mash and smear to a coarse paste. Put the garlic salt and ground black pepper to taste paste in a large bowl and stir in the olive oil 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled and lemon juice. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, pepperoncini, and dill and toss. Give a couple of Directions: generous grinds of black pepper. Toss again, and set aside. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until Preheat a grill pan or nonstick skillet to medium al dente; drain. high. Spray the chicken paillards lightly with the Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in red olive oil and season with salt and black pep- pepper, yellow pepper, kale and garlic. Season per. Grill the chicken, in batches if necessary, with basil, cayenne pepper, salt and black pep- to avoid crowding the pan, turning once, until per. Cook until vegetables are tender. cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Place In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with skillet each paillard on a plate and serve topped with mixture. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve. the tomato-cucumber salad. RARITAN REVIEW Raritan High School’s Official Newspaper GREEN SMOOTHIE FRUIT PARFAIT BY: BRIDGET FAHY BY: BRIDGET FAHY Issue #14, May Issue What You’ll Need: What You’ll Need: 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 cups baby spinach leaves, or to taste 2 (3.5-ounce) containers fat-free vanilla pudding 1 banana 2 tablespoons bottled lemon curd (such as Dick- 1 carrot, peeled and cut into large chunks inson’s) 3/4 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup ice 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey Zest of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 3 cups mixed berries (such as blueberries, straw- Directions: PAGE
Put spinach, banana, carrot, yogurt, ice, and berries, and raspberries) 4 honey in a blender; blend until smooth. Fresh mint leaves (optional) Directions: MAY POLL 1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the yo- BY: LAUREN CHRIST gurt, pudding, lemon curd, and vanilla extract; set aside. Last month’s poll asked readers if they 2. In a medium mixing bowl, stir the honey, went away for Spring Break. Results are in and it lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined. Add seems as though most people stayed home than the mixed berries, and gently stir with a rubber went away. Those that did filled in where they spatula to coat them with the honey mixture. went. Popular destinations were Florida, the 3. Assemble the parfaits in four 8-ounce glasses. Bahamas, and Myrtle Beach. May’s poll is going Using measuring spoons, scoop 3 tablespoons of off of our monthly Bridget Bakes article! We want the yogurt mixture into each glass. Top with 1/4 to know whether or not you eat healthy on a cup of the berries, then another 3 tablespoons regular basis. Click the link and tell us what you yogurt, and another 1/4 cup berries. Garnish think! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1eUT_ each yogurt parfait with fresh mint, if desired. SN1E4DEuzQhkRoUHY0YYBTh6xw55_-r6YBK1aG8/ Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for viewform?usp=send_form up to 2 hours. RARITAN REVIEW Raritan High School’s Official Newspaper BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS BY: SCOTT MAIORANA
The Billboard Music Awards are going to be held on May 17th at 8 p.m. on ABC. The nominees are as follows:
Top Artist: Ariana Grande, One Direction, Katy Perry, Sam Smith, Taylor Swift
Top New Artist: 5 Seconds of Summer, Iggy Azalea, Hozier, Sam Smith, Meghan Trainor
Top Duo/Group: 5 Seconds of Summer, Florida Georgia Line, MAGIC!, Maroon 5, One Direction Issue #14, May Issue
Top Touring Artist: Issue #14, May Issue Lady Gaga, One Direction, Katy Perry, The Rolling Stones, Justin Timberlake
Top Social Artist: Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift
Top Soundtrack: The Fault in Our Stars, Fifty Shades of Grey, Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix: Vol. 1, Into the Woods
PAGE Top Hot 100 Song: PAGE 4 Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX, “Fancy,” John Legend, “All of Me,” Sam Smith, “Stay With Me,” 5 Taylor Swift, “Shake it Off,” Meghan Trainor, “All About That Bass”
Top Radio Song: John Legend, “All of Me,” MAGIC! “Rude,” Nico & Vinz, “Am I Wrong,” Sam Smith, “Stay With Me,” Pharrell Williams “Happy”
Top Digital Song: Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars, “Uptown Funk!” Sam Smith, “Stay With Me,” Taylor Swift,” Taylor Swift “Shake It Off,” Meghan Trainor “All About That Bass,” Pharrell Williams “Happy”
Billboard Chart Achievement Award: Iggy Azalea, Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor RARITAN REVIEW Raritan High School’s Official Newspaper RELAY FOR LIFE CINCO DE MAYO BY: ERIN WOJCIK BY: LAURA AGUINAGA Issue #14, May Issue
Relay for Life is an organized, overnight On the fifth of May a Mexican holiday is fundraising event created by the American Can- celebrated all around the world. This holiday cer Society. People come together in their com- dates back to 1862. During the battle of Puebla, munities to honor cancer survivors, remember the Mexicans fought the French army for some PAGE 6 loved ones, and fight back. You can make a team parts of the Mexican Empire. After a year of bat- or just come and support the cause. People tling, the Mexicans finally won and gained their camp out overnight and one person from the land back. Ever since then they celebrate this team has to be walking the track at all times. holiday. Throughout the years, Mexicans emi- The event lasts for twenty four hours because grated to America and the holiday is celebrated “cancer never sleeps”. The fundraising the every where. teams do makes a difference to finish the fight against cancer. In celebration, many festivals have oc- curred all around the world. It’s even celebrated There are endless amounts of activities in other countries such as Jamaica, Australia, including musicians, games, and even Zumba. London, New Zealand and the Cayman Islands. Everyone has been affected by cancer from knowing a family member or friend who had it, so why not come out and support a cause that changes lives every day?