11/21 Give Thanks!

In case you missed our holiday blog enjoying time with friends and family...

Finally, the Holiday that we all know and love as Thanksgiving is here! A day for us to completely relax and enjoy doing absolutely nothing besides being thankful for our graces and eating like there is no tomorrow...but in fact there is a tomorrow, and we will continue to eat our way through that day too! 

In actuality this day should be remembered for us taking the time to remember why we are where we are in life and what got us there. With all the natural disasters and unfortunate situations, please take the time this year to remember what you are truly thankful for in your own life. Check out what Kimball Office is thankful for below...

From our Kimball Office Family to yours...Happy Thanksgiving!

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In The News! 

Sepia

Jeffrey Gay with Kimball Office, founder of Sepia, hosting his guest.

Sepia is a networking group formed to promote professional connections for people of color in the Architecture, Design, Real Estate and Construction industries. It's byline is "Us Knowing Us." The group meets every 2-3 months at various venues in the downtown D.C. area. Since it's inception, Sepia has grown to include over 80 members and is about to expand to other cities throughout the US.

For more information on Sepia, please contact Jeffrey Gay.

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Case Study

The 86th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

For 86 years, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been the official kick-off to the holiday season! Every year this Emmy-Award winning tradition is seen by more than 3 million people in New York and 50 million people at home, all tuned in to see giant balloons, one-of-a-kind floats, amazing performances and much much more.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, often shortened to Macy's Day Parade, is an annual parade presented by the U.S. chain store business Macy's. The tradition started in 1924, tying it for the second-oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States along with America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. This three-hour event is held in New York City starting at 9:00 a.m. EST on Thanksgiving Day. The parade is televised for three hours on NBC everywhere at 9:00 a.m. local time, and live everywhere on CBS at 9:00 a.m. EST on Thanksgiving Day.

To get in the spirit of things, Kimball Office had their D.C. Team post a few things they were thankful for:

"My family, lots of laughter, and sunshiny days! (It's hard to pick just three)"

"I am thankful for every morning, my incredible husband and family and for the opportunity to work in a culture that truly cares about your well-being."

"Family, Friends, and Good Health!"

"I am thankful for a team that makes coming to work a pleasure and a family that makes coming home the best part of each and every day!"

"Family, Friends, and Money!"

"My family, my friends, and my special team, which makes each day worth working!"

For more information on the Macy's Day Parade, click here.

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Mid Atlantic Sports

Thanksgiving Day Games

The Washington Redskins

This year, the Washington Redskins are scheduled to play the Dallas Cowboys for the ultimate match up on Thanksgiving Day. The Redskins will play @ Dallas at 4:15pm on Thursday, November 22nd. We here in the Mid-Atlantic area are pushing for another win and a repeat of last Sunday..!

The Eagles were no match for the Skins on Sunday, November 18th, losing the game 31-6! Go Skins!

The Baltimore Ravens

"Ravens top Steelers in hard-hitting game"

The Ravens also scored a Win last Sunday beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 13-10, with the home field advantage. Go Ravens!

For the entire Ravens schedule, click here.

For the entire Redskins schedule, click here.

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Golden Triangle Events:

Check out these fun events happening near the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, and in the Metro Area!

November 20th - Alien Deep

November 23rd - November 25th - Donnell Rawlings from "Chappelle's Show," & TBS

November 26th - Return to Pitcairn Island

November 27th - Desert Air: The World’s Deserts From Above

November 27th - Brain Games: Remember This- FREE

For more information on the Golden Triangle and what is around the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, click here.

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Recipe Of The Week!

Turkey, Turkey, Turkey!

Every Thanksgiving people around the world boast about their very own special way of making Turkey! Some recipes are made up, some are passed down, and some are flat out "googled." Whichever way you come about making your turkey is great, and I am sure they are all delicious...however IF you are in the market for a new Turkey recipe, check this gem out! It is absolutely delectable and probably one of the prettiest turkeys I have ever seen...(sorry Mom!)

Ingredients

• 2 gallons water
• 2 cups apple juice
• 1 1/2 cups kosher salt
• 2 cups brown sugar
• 5 cloves garlic, crushed
• 5 bay leaves
• 4 tablespoons black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons dried rosemary
• 3 oranges, peeled, white pith removed, skin roughly chopped
• 1 (20-pound) fresh turkey
• 1 1/2 sticks softened butter
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
• 3 tablespoons chopped orange zest
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Directions

• Combine the water, apple juice, salt, sugar, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, dried rosemary, and orange peel in a large pot and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat immediately, cover, and allow mixture to come to room temperature. Cool mixture in the fridge until you're ready.
• To brine the turkey, remove the turkey from wrapper, remove interior bags (set aside; refrigerate), and rinse turkey thoroughly under cool water.
• Place the turkey into a plastic brining bag or a very large pot.
• Pour the cooled brine mixture over the top, adding extra cold water if you need more to completely cover the turkey. Seal the bag or cover the pot and allow the turkey to brine in the refrigerator for 16 to 24 hours before roasting.
• Before roasting, remove the turkey from brine and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Then soak in a sink full of fresh water for 15 to 20 minutes. Pat dry. Discard brine. (This soaking process will decrease the likelihood of too-salty gravy).
• Preheat the oven 275 degrees F.
• Truss the bird and place it breast side up on a rack in a large roasting pan. Cover the turkey tightly with heavy-duty foil. Make sure it's entirely covered (cover over the bottom edges of the pan). Place in the oven and roast for about 10 minutes per pound (a 20 pound turkey will roast for about 3 1/2 hours).
• Remove the turkey from the oven and increase the temperature to 375 degrees F. Remove the aluminum foil and set aside. Mix the softened butter with the rosemary and orange peel and rub all over the skin of the turkey, covering every single inch of the skin. Insert a meat thermometer into the thigh, near the hip joint. Place the turkey, uncovered, back into the oven. Continue roasting the turkey, basting with butter every 30 minutes, until the thermometer registers 170 degrees F and until the juices are no longer pink.
• Remove from the oven and cover with foil until you are ready to carve and serve. Reserve pan juices to make gravy.
• *Cook's Note: This is enough for a 20 pound fresh turkey. You can decrease the quantity for a smaller bird.

• For more information on this delicious Bird, click here.

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Upcoming Events:

Come check out The Kimball Office Mid Atlantic Blog again next week to hear more exciting news about our industry.

Until next time, Stay green!

Kimball Office Mid Atlantic 

11/10 Falling Into Fall...

November is here in full swing as we get used to the cold weather and start to prep for all the winter shenanigans! Not only are we happy about the "pumpkin spiced lattes" or the switch to the winter wardrobe, but we can now look forward to all the parties! In our particular industry each week is filled with events and happy hours as we start to prepare for the big bash holiday parties. This past week, a Kimball Office team member made the trip to Arizona to tackle the National Healthcare Design Conference. Check out some of the photos that Steve Schultz was able to snag from the Kimball Office booth at the show earlier in the week!

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In The News! 
Healthcare Design Conference

The HEALTHCARE DESIGN Conference is the premier event devoted to how the design of responsibly built environments directly impact the safety, operation, clinical outcomes, and financial success of healthcare facilities now and into the future. With over 4100 participants at the 2012 HEATHCARE DESIGN Conference, this is the industry’s best-attended conference where attendees can earn up to 24 continuing education credits, network with peers, and influence the direction of the industry as it advances into the future.

This year Kimball Office's Steve Schultz, Market Sales Manager, was at the conference and was able to snap a few pictures of our booth. If you did not attend, or did and want a refresher course, check out our photos below:

With several new offerings tailored to meet the needs of healthcare environments, Kimball® Office displayed two seating products, Villa™ and Beo®, during the HEALTHCARE DESIGN Conference, Nov. 4-6 in Phoenix, Az. Both seating solutions help maximize available space, work around obstacles, are easy to maintain and provide patients and visitors with comfortable and stylish seating options that complement their environments.

“When it comes to seating arrangements in healthcare environments, it is important to provide options that cater to the needs of all types of patients and visitors, including the youngest. Kimball Office is committed to working with healthcare organizations to identify the most appropriate solutions that can work within budgets and encourage a clean and safe environment,” said Max Holland, director of vertical markets for Kimball Office.

For more information on Kimball Office, click here.

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Product Of The Week!

Silver Chair

"As with all true iconic forms, it only takes one vision. Emotional attachment is immediate. And enduring."

Technology, intuitive controls, and Silver's sophistication put it in a class by itself.

Style and options for maximum presence:

• Patented synchronous mechanism for balanced inclination
• Smooth weight adjustment for various seated positions
• Fully integrated, recessed controls create a stunning visual statement
• Mixed materials create beautiful sophistication

"A perfectly matched addition to any setting.

That has just as much impact standing alone."

For more information on the Silver chair, click here.

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Golden Triangle Events:

Check out these fun events happening near the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, and in the Metro Area!

November 13 - Guerrilla Geography
November 13 - The Bones of The Bounty
November 14 - Remarkable Journey: A Conversation with Peter Matthiessen
November 14 - November 18 - Bob Marley, Guinness World Record holder from Comedy Central
November 16 - Emperors of the Ice

For more information on the Golden Triangle and what is around the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, click here.
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Recipe Of The Week!

Old-Fashioned Apple Pie

It's getting to be that time of year again when the sweets, cakes, and pies come out to play! For the months of November through December trying out new recipes is not only ideal, but it's pretty delicious too! Try your hand in this recipe for Martha Stewarts, Old-Fashioned Apple Pie...yum!

Yield: 10-12 Servings

"Apple pie" conjures warmth, aroma, taste, and togetherness. This one is filled with Granny Smith apples and is tucked into a buttery crust."

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• Pie Dough
• 12 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 3/4 cup sugar, plus additional for pie top
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• Pinch ground cloves
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large egg, beaten

Directions

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll out Pie Dough into two 1/8-inch-thick circles to a diameter slightly larger than that of an 11-inch plate. Press one pastry circle into the pie plate. Place the other circle on waxed paper, and cover with plastic wrap. Chill all pastry until firm, about 30 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, lemon zest and juice, spices, and flour. Toss well. Spoon apples into pie pan. Dot with butter, and cover with remaining pastry circle. Cut several steam vents across top. Seal by crimping edges as desired. Brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with additional sugar.
3. Bake until crust is brown and juices are bubbling, about 1 hour. Let cool on wire rack before serving.

For more information on this dish, click here.

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Upcoming Events:

Come check out The Kimball Office Mid Atlantic Blog again next week to hear more exciting news about our industry.

Until next time, Stay green!

Kimball Office Mid Atlantic