Weekly Celebrations

Today is National Bean Day! Try out our #CACFPCreditable recipe for Red Bean Curry, and also learn about how you can serve pasta made from bean flour. January 9 is also National Milk Day, so we've got a free activity page for you to download and share.

· Recipe: Red Bean Curry

· Meal Pattern Minute: Bean Flour Pasta

· USDA Resource: Meats and Meat Alternates at Lunch and Supper

· Free Activity Page: Moo-tiful Colors

· Member Resource: Milk Activity Page

Last Chance to Apply for an NCNC26 Scholarship

Our scholarship application period closes next Monday, January 12. We're offering seven scholarships to join us in Las Vegas for the 40th anniversary of the National Child Nutrition Conference, April 13-17, plus another eight scholarships for the virtual option. Submit your application today for five days of training, networking and fun.

· Apply for a Scholarship

NCA Members: Got Milk Questions?

Our nutrition education specialists are hosting a live Q&A this Friday, January 9. From milk types to portion sizes and substitutions, all questions are welcome in this members-only event. Not a member? Join today to access this webinar and year-round member benefits.

· Register for Q&A

Need Crediting Help?

If you're new to crediting recipes for the CACFP, this beginner-friendly session is for you! Join us on Thursday, January 15 to learn how to identify creditable components, use essential tools and document meal contributions accurately.

· Register Today

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Free Webinar: Build Your Path to Certification (January 13)

· Summer Meals Spotlight (January 22)

· Free Webinar: Supporting Emotional Well-Being with Sesame Street in Communities (January 26)

· Free Webinar: Navigating Afterschool Snack and Supper Service (February 5)

Member Showcase

Northwest Arkansas Family Child Care Association (NWAFCCA) sponsors 47 family child care homes that serve nutritious meals and snacks to over 600 children. Tammy Rowland-James currently serves as the association's Administrator, bringing 26 years of her own experience as a family child care home provider to the role. Check out our blog to learn more about her child care journey and how NWAFCCA keeps a finger on the pulse of the early childhood space.

· Get to Know Tammy

Industry Partner Spotlight

Peterson Farms Family of Companies offers premium fresh-cut apple slices, applesauce and juice cup products to schools all across the USA. Their healthy, great tasting products meet the USDA guidelines to help ensure our kids receive the recommended daily fruit requirements. Buy American Act Compliant, USDA Approved Servings, USDA Approved National Processor. Peterson Farms Fresh, LLC apple slices, applesauce and juice cups contain no components from animal sources and no animal ingredients or animal by-products were used in the manufacturing process.