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How To Make Easy Zucchini Fritters
This homemade Zucchini Fritters Recipe is oh-so -easy to make and you’ll get perfectly crispy fritters every time. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is.
Ingredients
2 lb zucchini, about 2 large or 5 medium
1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup chopped green onions
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
olive oil for sautéing
sour cream, to serve
Instructions
1. Wash zucchini and trim off ends. Grate on the large holes of a box grater or use the grater attachment for the food processor. Place zucchini in a large mixing bowl, stir in 1 tsp salt, and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. After 10 minutes, squeeze handfuls of zucchini tightly over the sink to remove extra water. It helps to wring it out in a cheesecloth if you have one. It is impressive how much water comes out! You should end up with 3 1/2 to 4 cups of squeezed dry zucchini. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
3. Add 1/2 cups chopped green onion and 2 lightly beaten eggs.
4. In a small bowl, stir together 3/4 cup flour with 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, or season to taste. Add flour mixture into zucchini mixture and stir until well combined.
5. Place a large heavy-bottomed cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat* and add 2 Tbsp olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the zucchini mixture a heaping tablespoon at a time** and flatten out the tops slightly to make them pancake-shaped. Sauté for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. If they brown too quickly, reduce the heat. Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream.
Source: https://natashaskitchen.com/zucchinifritters-video/
GARAGE SALES
Yard Sale 407 3rd Ave Burns lake Starting June 8th and running every Sat from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June-August. We have toys, dolls, household items, jewelry, books and so much more adding new items every week. Cheap, cheap prices
SERVICES
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LOST PETS
HOUSEHOLD/MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Vintage oak 4 drawer filing cabinet $150 call 250-695-6900
2 propane space heaters $200 each call 778-202-8764
Firewood For Sale Dry pine firewood. Has been under cover for at least 4 years. Well seasoned. About 22”long. $200.00 for pickup load. You pick up. Located on Ebenezer Flats at Smithers. 250 847-3614
Electric little chief smoker $35 obo 250251-5010
ELECTRONICS/MUSIC
Nokia 3 phone, 16GB with protective case. No scrapes or cracks. $50.00 New Hazelton 778-202-0740
Fotopro CT-4A tripod with Fotopro 53P ball head as new. New Hazelton $125.00 778-202-0740
Sony wireless subwoofer like new with manual $150 phone 845-2488
CLOTHING
Burton snowboard pants size large good to new condition $located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623
Sandals size 12 Vans single wide flat velcro slip on sandals, checker board pattern, good condition $25 located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623
PET & ACCESSORIES
For sale ACD Red and Blue Heeler puppies $800 EACH COMES WITH ALL VACCINATIONS AND DEWORMED
Exceptional pups and only 2 males left. Strong natural herding instincts. Please call for more information, 250-968-4505
SPORTS EQUIPMENT
snow shoes $30 call 778-202-8764
CCM men's mountain bike has dual disk brakes and front suspension paid $700 asking $375 OBO call Ed at 250-643-9924
Roller Skates Vintage call 250-643-3337
BUILDING SUPPLIES
Wood for Sale 1x4, 1x6, 1x8 1x10 - T&G paneling Birch, Cottonwood, Poplar - $3.00 bd ft 5/4 Fir T&G $3.50 bd ft 692-6745
AUTOMOBILES
2010 Ford F150 (the “heavy half”), HD trailer towing pkg, step up tailgate, includes a set of studded tires winter tires on rims. 221,000 Kms. $7500.00. Located in Burns Lake. 250 695 6484
2014 Chev Silverado 1500 LTZ GFX edition, fully loaded, 175000 New GM tranny at 162000 Rear brakes fall ‘23 (calipers, rotors , pads) Tonneau cover, spray in box liner and undercarriage, summer (American eagle black chrome) and winter rims and tires. Original owner, synthetic oil changes every 10-15k Asking 24000 OBO call 250-692-9849
1999 Grand Am pontiac, good condition, second owner $1500 call 250-696-3336
2002 Toyota Rav 4, manual shift, comes with winter tires on rims, 364,000 km's, transmission replaced in 2020, asking $3500 call 250-692-3862
2002 Toyota Rav 4 manual shift winter tires on rims 364,000 kms, transmission replaced in 2020 asking $3500 call 250692-3862
TAURUS
(Apr. 21-May 20)
It might be necessary to rethink something to early September you thought had been put in place during July, mainly because you begin to realise that there is a need to ensure some sort of personal independence. Someone else you might be dealing with can be more forward than you thought when it comes to what they expect.
LEO (July 23-August 22)
Mercury, the planet of thought and communication has returned to your sign again until 9th September, placing you in a situation where you need to rethink something on a personal level or that could affect you personally. This could be tied into a level of independence you realise is important when it comes to commitments.
SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)
Increased expectations from somebody else that you could feel are a bit over the top can put pressure on what little time you have available for relaxation. You may not feel you are being appreciated. It might be time to late August to again restate what you are prepared to commit to based on things important to you, not them.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
Don’t promise anything too quickly as there could be more responsibility attached than you initially realise. Opportunity will not pass you by – there is time for more careful consideration. From now to end August it would be good to go over any ideas or agreements you considered in July so you can restructure in early September.
VIRGO
(August 23-Sept.22)
Whatever decisions you thought might have been final or settled since end July will very likely require some rethinking to early September. To gain ultimate clarity you need to find somequietanduninterruptedtimeto yourself. You need to be cautious about generously taking on obligations that someone else might expect.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov.22-Dec.21)
Someone else can be full speed ahead or want matters to go that way. This could challenge any stable foundation you have been working at putting in place since March 2023. Whatever future directions you thought you had settled on during July could need some rethinking to early September, especially how usual routines could be affected.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18) PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Discussion or agreements you had during July could now return for further consideration to late August. The main thing is that you do not allow your underlying need for independence to be altered or challenged. Your sense of security is tied into having some freedom and enjoyment, if only from small pleasures.
CANCER (June
21-July 22)
There is more going on behind the scenes than you realise, which could have a level of impatience attached. However, being able to turn this into a stable long term situation has some challenges right now. This might make you realise to late August that having some level of financial independence gives you choices.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)
You could feel excited about a vision of future prospects that could be developed. This will take a huge amount of detailed work requiring continued commitment on a daily basis that could easily take the shine off the level of growth that seems possible. You need to rethink important prioritiesto youinlife to late August and how this might fit with thesegoals.
CAPRICORN (Dec.
22-Jan.19)
However well planned daily routines seem to be, expect even more to come along and challenge you. For this reason you cannot afford to leave things to another day that need to be handled or you will run out of time. You could find to late August the expectations of others have not moved on and finalised as you had presumed.
ARIES (March 21-April 20)
It might start to seem you have not been able to rely on what somebody else has said during July or you may wonder whether you misunderstood them. Up to early September you need to focus on the finer details then you will be in a better position to negotiate during September. Be serious about what you want to put in place.
There can be matters where it might be wise not to make your thoughts entirely clear or situations that are a mystery to you. Watch your words, especially if you feel frustrated because you could end up saying more than is wise, particularly if you feel that somebody else is expecting too much for their own benefit.
BURNS LAKE.
Lakes District Fall Fair—Sept 6, 7 & 8 at the Eagle Creek Fairgrounds. Watch for scheduling!
Knitting Club Tuesdays 1:302:30pm at the Burns Lake Public Library. Need help with your knitting project, bring it along! Supplies available or bring your own.
Burns Lake Farmers Market— Every Friday 10am-3pm at the Burns Lake Chamber.
Omineca Ski Club Call for Volunteers Join our 2024/25 Volunteer Skier Development Coaching Team and be part of the winter fun! If you or someone you know is passionate about skiing and enjoys working with kids, this is the perfect opportunity to give back to the community while inspiring the next generation of skiers. Our goal is to ensure that more children can participate by having enough coaches! Want to learn more? Please email amykdash@hotmail.com about this opportunity and our coaching courses.
SOUTHSIDE
Ootsa Lake Fishing Derby—Aug 30-Sept 2 Preregistration Friday 4 -8pm. Register and weigh in Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm. Prizes awarded Monday 12pm. $40/person. 1st prize $2000 2nd prize $1000 3rd prize BBQ 4th prize $500.
Multigenerational Community Band Every Monday 6-8pm
September to March. Venue TBA. FREE program. Beginners to advanced. All ages. Contact 250694-3338 or 250-961-1926
HOUSTON
Back to School Summer Fun Day—Aug 17 12-5pm at 3398 10th St. School supplies available, BBQ by donation, Kids games and activities, bubbles, popsicles, popcorn and more! Hosted by Houston Community Services Assoc.
Spanish Dancing at Mixers–Every Monday 7:30pm at Mixers bar & lounge. Hosted by the talented and kind Carlos, who is volunteering his time to share his passion for dance, bringing Spanish flavour and fun to our community! No experience necessary! Bring your partner, bring your BFF or just bring yourself! We look forward to clearing the tables away and opening up the space for something new! Make this first event a success and see it become a regular activity in our community
TELKWA
Telkwa BBQ—Aug 20 Sept 3 at the Telkwa BBQ Grounds. This annual event has been a Telkwa tradition for years. Now in its
112th year it is the longest running event in BC. Put on by the local Bulkley Valley Kinsmen Club on the Labour Day long weekend in September. Please see their facebook page for more information. https:// www.facebook.com/TelkwaBBQ/ SMITHERS
Author Visit: Forage and Eat with the Seasons—Aug 15 7pm at the Smithers Public Library Are you longing to reconnect with nature and rediscover the flavours our bountiful earth offers? Do you dream of preparing meals filled with fresh, wild ingredients, nourishing not just your body but also your soul? Meet local author Raeanna Layfield, who will help you envision the joy of returning home with a basket full of nature's offerings, ready to cook unforgettable meals bursting with flavour and nutrients.
Main Street Market—Aug 17 11am-3pm Support local businesses, food vendors, artisans and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of downtown Smithers. Vendors, Artisans, Kids Zone, Live Music, B&T Wagon Rides
105th Annual Bulkley Valley Exhibition Aug 22-25 at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition Grounds. Visit BVFair.ca for up to date details
Bulkley Valley Farmers Market –Every Saturday 8:30am-12:30pm at Central Park Smithers.
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Weekly/Monthly Community Activities
Burns Lake
Walking Club Tuesdays and Fridays 1-3 p.m. in the Island Gospel Fellowship gym. Everyone welcome to a warm and non-slip walking venue!!
Knitting Club Every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm at the BL Public Library. Bring your project! Supplies not provided.
Community Badminton Wednesdays 7pm at LDSS. Racquets available for use.
Roller Blading Friday 5:30-7pm and Sundays 3:30-5pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Bring your own pair of roller blades or borrow a pair of ours.
Whist Wednesdays 7pm at the Decker Lake Hall.
Basketball Tuesdays 7-9pm at LDSS
Houston
Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.
SMITHERS
Games Night Every Friday 7-8:30pm 3974 10th Ave. Board, card and other table top games. Bring a game, friend or family and come have some fun!
Trad Jam Sessions in Smithers. 4th Wednesday of the month at the Smithers Senior Center. Come play tunes!
Bachata Lessons Tuesdays at 3830 2nd Ave from 8-9pm. Come learn how to dance bachata! No partner or experience required $15/class
Smithers Boardgame Group Meets on the third Sunday of every month at Smithers Public Library. Come solo and make some new friends or bring your crew! Admission: $2 donation to the Library.
Walking Group Starting May 1. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11am at the Willowvale Marsh Trail. Meet at parking lot.
ONGOING EVENTS
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Seniors Events
Burns Lake
Seniors Drop in at the Link—
Every other Tuesday 10:30am12:#0pm at the Heritage Church 1st Ave Join us for coffee, sandwiches and a lovely visit.
Houston
Special meeting to discuss the painting of the games zoom floor Aug 2 at 3:30 pm held at the hall.
Floor curling—Every Monday 1-3pm, Tuesday and Friday
Carpet bowling Thursday13pm Genealogy, Pool. Shuffleboard and Darts 1-3pm Price $2.00 per event. plus $10.00 annual membership fee.
Breakfast and Luncheons are now done for the summer. But will resume in October!
Senior Gathering Every
Tuesday at the plaza 10am12pm. Free bowling, mini golf, games & Refreshments
Youth Activities
Burns Lake
Burns Lake Public LibraryHigh Five Gamers Tuesdays 3:15-4:30 afterschool gaming club ages 7-12. Community Storytime with Miss Bonny. Wednesdays 10:30am. Paws for Cuddles Wednesdays 3:154:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.Lego Hour Tuesdays 11am-12pm & Fridays 3:30-4:30pm ages 6+. Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 812.
Indoor Play Space
Tuesdays 10-30-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.
Smithers
Summer Muchkin Time— Wednesdays in July (Jul 3-31) 9:15am-10am at the Smithers Public Library. Newborn to age 3.
Summer Reading Club Jul 2 Aug 9. Tues/Thurs/Fri 10am-11am at the Smithers Public Library. Tween Tuesdays, Kid fun Thursday and Li’l champ Fridays
Summer Art Camps July & August ages 6-8 9:30am-12pm ages 9-12 1:30-4pm Registers at smithersart.org/summercamps
BRING HER BACK!
A great woman erased from history by idiots. The branding of the syrup was a tribute to this woman’s gifts and talents. Now future generations will not even know this beautiful woman existed. What a shame. The world knew her as “Aunt Jemima”, but her given name was Nancy Green and she was a true American success story.
She was born a slave in 1834 Montgomery County, KY. and became a wealthy superstar in the advertising world, as its first living trademark. Green was 56-yrs old when she was selected as spokesperson for a new ready-mixed, self-rising pancake flour and made her debut in 1893 at a fair and exposition in Chicago.
She demonstrated the pancake mix and served thousands of pancakes, and became an immediate star. She was a good storyteller, her personality was warm and appealing, and her showmanship was exceptional.
Her exhibition booth drew so many people that special security personnel were assigned to keep the crowds moving. Nancy Green was signed to a lifetime contract, traveled on promotional tours all over the country, and was extremely well paid. Her financial freedom and stature as a national spokesperson enabled her to become a leading advocate against poverty and in favor of equal rights for all Americans. She maintained her job until her death in 1923, at age 89.
This was a remarkable woman, and sadly she has been ERASED by politics. I wanted you to know and remind you in this cancel culture time period. Bring her back.
1. Fruit stickers are edible, though the same as any fruit; washing prior to eating is recommended. The glue used for them is regulated by the FDA.
2. The scientific name for the Giant Anteater is Myrmecophaga Tridactyla. This means “ant eating with three fingers.”
3. Astronaut is a compound word derived from the two Ancient Greek words “Astro,” meaning “star,” and “naut” meaning “sailor.” So astronaut literally means “star sailor.”
4. The flashes of colored light you see when you rub your eyes are called “phosphenes.”
5. At birth, a baby panda is smaller than a mouse.
6. Iceland does not have a railway system.
7. The largest known prime number has 24,862,048 digits. The new prime number is 2 multiplied by itself 82,589,933 times, minus 1.
8. Forrest Fenn, an art dealer and author, hid a treasure chest in the Rocky Mountains worth over 1 million dollars. It was found approximately a decade later, in 2020.
9. The lead singer of The Offspring started attending school to achieve a doctorate in molecular biology while still in the band. He graduated in May 2017.
10. The world’s largest grand piano was built by a 15-year-old in New Zealand. The piano is a little over 18 feet long and has 85 keys – 3 short of the standard 88.
11. The tongue is the only muscle in one’s body that is attached from one end.
Source: https://www.thefactsite.com/1000interesting-facts/
This could save your life.
A lot of people drowned simply because they didn't know:
If you find yourself underwater in a car, don't panic.
1. Dont waste your energy trying to push the door
2. Do not open the window, the force of the water entering the car will not allow you to get out
3. Take out the head rest
4. Use the steel sharp tip and break the back window that has kick out glass on it.
The car by engineering and design is intended to float in the water and the rear window will always be facing the
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AUTO PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
trailer springs $120 call 778-2028764
aluminum headache rack for a long box $500 call 250-794-2303
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82" rampage K2 snowplow with electric lift $1200 located in Houston call 250-845-8279
14ft gravel box complete with hoist and sub frame $1000 OBO call 250692-7072
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764
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Stihl 29 inch 084 bar $80 call 778202-8764
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Sharpening Equipment, Heads and Knives Fork Lift $50,000.00 Call 250692-6745
BOATS
2011 Bayliner 185/BR. 190hp 4.3 mercruiser, very low running hours Swim grid, monster wakeboard tower, awesome stereo, great shape, Text for photos Asking $24500 OBO 250-692-9849
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RV’S/TRAVEL
TRAILERS
2010 Cougar fifth wheel 28 ft long ultra lite polar package 1 big slide,
new tires, new awning, new vent cover and new flooring everything works good shape $9300 OBO call 250-7942303
TIRES
Ford f350 wheels $80 call 778-2028764
Kawasaki mule wheels 2 $40 call 778202-8764
4 hankook pike snow tires and rims 90% tread left 195/70R14 $350 250643-9924
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PETS & ACCESSORIES
30-gallon fish tank with many accessories $50 call 250-694-3495
Harness for large dog or small pony. Leather; felt lining; brass buckles. Like new. $40. Call or txt for pic. 250-845-8247.
AGRICULTURE
Western saddle 15.5" seat like new fleece and neoprene sinch $125 call 250-695-6900
Looking for big young rooster call 250 -694-3228
Older Tractor (from the 60's) model 303414 international diesel $2500 OBO (250) 692-7072
Belarus model 400 tractor from the early 80's $3000 OBO call 250-6927072
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1.What is a group of bats called?
2.What animal has the highest blood pressure? A giraffe.
3.In the TV show Friends, Ross has a capuchin monkey who particularly enjoys what song?
4.What animal has the strongest bite?
5.What is the name of the gorilla who was killed in 2016 when a three-yearold fell into his enclosure at the Cincinnati zoo?
6.Do polar bears and penguins live together?
7.What is the closest living relative to the T-Rex?
8.What animal is responsible for the most human deaths in the world?
9.What animal is found on every single continent?
10.Which baby animal can gain up to 250 pounds a day when growing to maturity?
Answers on page 18
Canadian
TRIVIA ANSWERS: 1. A cauldron. 2. A Giraffe 3. "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." 4. A hippopotamus. 5. Harambe. 6. No, they live on polar opposite sides of the world. Polar bears inhabit the Northern polar regions while penguins live in Antarctica, which is as far South as you can go. 7. The chicken. 8. Mosquitos, which can infect people with deadly viruses are estimated by the World Health Organization to kill around 750,000 people per year. 9. Barn owls, mosquitos, otters, and cockroaches are found on all continents except Antarctica. 10. The blue whale, the largest animal on earth, can reach weights of up to 300,000 pounds in adulthood.
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