Sunflower Brittle

Sunflower Brittle

		2 Cups Sugar 1 Cup White Syrup 2 Cups Raw Sunflower Kernels 2 Tbsp Butter 2 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
You will need a candy thermometer for this. Melt butter and add vanilla to it. Set aside. Bring one-half cup of water to a boil. Then add 2 cups of sugar and 1 cup of white syrup. Stir until dissolved. Place thermometer on pan with bulb about one-quarter inch off bottom. Boil the mixture until temperature reaches 240 degrees Fahrenheit. Now add 2 cups of raw sunflower kernels and cook on moderately high heat until the temperature reaches 295 degrees Fahrenheit on the thermometer. Remove from flame and add the 2 Tbsp melted butter and 1 tsp Vanilla extract mixture. Stir quickly, and then add 2 tsp baking soda. Stir quickly and thoroughly. Quickly spread brittle onto 2 large cookie sheets that have been heated to about 200 degrees Fahrenheit and well buttered. Place immediately into a very cold place. Let cool thoroughly and then break into pieces. Brittle is best when made in the cold, cold winter and in a dry climate.
Approximately 1 pound

"Sunflower" Song written by Neil Diamond

"Sunflower"

Sunflower, good morning
You sure do make it like a sunny day
Sunflower, fair warning
I'm gonna love you if you come my way

Now, if there's a chance that romance can find you
Better not find you looking the other way
Now, isn't it time you finally take it
Make it so real it steals your breath away
Hey hey hey

Sunflower, good morning
You sure do make it like a sunny time
Sun morning, good morning
And someday, child, I'm gonna make you mine

Well, if there's a chance that romance will find you
Better not find you looking the other way
Isn't it time you finally take it
Make it so good it steals your breath away
Hey hey hey

Sunflower, good morning
You sure do make it like a sunny time
Sunflower, sweet morning
For every time I'm gonna make you mine

Sunflower Song

Festival Music

I love Monica's playlist, and want to add my favorite sunflower song by Alice Peacock:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNSuv2qnkJg

I have asked Mary, Miranda, Josh & Paul to perform it as the anthem for our Sunflower Festival. 

Miranda is also working with a children’s choir that will perform some songs at the Festival, and Adina has invited a group of volunteers from the Junior League of Chicago's Mad Hatter's troupe to perform as well.   

A festival has to have music right?!

When I think of festivals I think of food, flowers, art, and music! Are there any local bands (school or otherwise) that might come and play for the festival?

Any chance we can do some stuff outside (weather permitting)? It would probably draw more attention and patrons if we make a huge sign and bring some tables outside with music, crafts, and face painting.

Here's some songs I found that would be fun with a positive message to maybe put on a CD if the band idea doesn't work out??

Monday - A Sunflower Song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIRmH5_dTkY (with free download)

Keep Your Head Up - Andy Grammar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmrOB_q3tjo

Sunflower - Glen Campbell  Written by Neil Diamond
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JHvUCGW0po

Here Comes the Sun - Beatles
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj1AesMfIf8

A Place in the Sun - Stevie Wonder
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8lVPMWLCBQ

Daydream - Gigi Radics
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9oQE0HZLoo

I Can See Clearly Now - Johnny Nash
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FscIgtDJFXg

Island in the Sun - Weezer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erG5rgNYSdk

Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CY6A5arNCQQ

Daydream - The Lovin' Spoonful
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9oQE0HZLoo

The Middle - Jimmy Eat World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FV-HPOHu8mY

One Day - Matisyahu ft Akon (I know kz is probably sick of this song, but it has such a beautiful message)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2zYi2EoBp8

Sunflower Joy

apple stuffed with peanut butter, raisins, and sunflower seeds

http://melissaraydavis.hubpages.com/hub/Stuffed-Apple-Snack-Recipe-Peanut-Butter-Raisins-Sunflower-Seeds

recycled blooms

Using toilet paper rolls

http://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/kid/recycled-blooms/