▢5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced (as evenly as possible)
▢¼ cup (32g) pine nuts
▢2 tablespoons chopped preserved lemon peel (see Note 1 for sub)
▢1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper (or 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; see Note 2)
▢Kosher salt or sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
▢8 oil-packed sundried tomatoes (~45g), chopped
▢3 big handfuls (70g) baby spinach, roughly chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Make the Spiced Chickpeas. Transfer the chickpeas to a clean dish towel. Gently rub to dry them of as much as you can without smushing them.
Heat a large sauté pan or frying pan over mediumhigh heat with the 1 tablespoon oil. Once hot, add the chickpeas and spread out in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to allow some browning. Toss and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until chickpeas are golden brown and blistered in spots. Note: If using a nonstick pan, the chickpeas may take longer to get browned.
Add the 1 teaspoon kosher salt, oregano, paprika, thyme, and onion powder to the chickpeas, and toss well to coat the chickpeas. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to coat the chickpeas and to prevent spices from burning. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Make the basil gremolata. In a small bowl, combine the chopped basil, the lemon zest, minced garlic, and a few pinches of flaky salt. Set aside for the last step. Juice the lemon to get 2 tablespoons; set aside for the last step.
Cook the orzo. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the orzo and cook according to the box instructions until just al dente (don’t cook until soft; it will continue cooking in the sauce). Drain the orzo in a colander fitted over a bowl, reserving 1 cup (240 mL) or 2 big ladles if the cooking water.
Return the pan used for the chickpeas to the stove
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2022 frigidaire fridge $600 paid $951.99 has to sell too big for 1 person for more info email sergepare@outlook.com
Electric little chief smoker $35 obo 250251-5010
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but don't turn on the heat yet. Add the 1/4 cup (56g) olive oil, sliced garlic, and pine nuts. Turn the heat to medium-low. Stir occasionally and use a spatula to separate the garlic slices as needed. Once they start to sizzle, stir frequently to encourage even cooking and prevent the garlic from browning. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until most of the garlic and pine nuts turn golden. Add the chopped preserved lemon peel and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Add 1/4 cup (60 mL) pasta water to the pan and whisk to combine. Add in the hot orzo and chopped sundried tomatoes, tossing to combine (with tongs or a sturdy silicone spatula). Add more pasta water as needed to bring the sauce together and/or if the orzo sticks a lot.
Add in the spinach and 2 tablespoons lemon juice and toss gently until wilted. Add in the spiced chickpeas and toss to warm. Take off the heat. Add the basil gremolata and toss gently. Taste for seasonings, adding lemon juice or salt as needed.
NOTES
If you don’t have preserved lemons, use 1 tablespoon lemon zest instead (the zest in 1 med or large lemon).
Aleppo pepper is considerably less spicy than crushed red pepper flakes. If using red pepper flakes, start with just 1/4 tsp, then add more to taste.
Cruise Night—Join us at the CNC parking lot at 5:00 PM for an unforgettable evening! We’re hitting the road for a thrilling 45-minute cruise around the Palling Loop. This event is open to all makes and models and is absolutely FREE – no membership required!
Lakes District Museum Heritage Gallery in July Jul 3-29 featuring the work of Annamarie Douglas, Hilda Earl and Michael RiisChristianson. Meet the artists! July 4 6-7:30pm.
All Breed Dog Show & Obedience Trials July 12-15 9am-5pm at the Eagle Creek Fairgrounds. Come and meet all the different breeds of dogs and watch them in the show ring as well as the performance events. Admission is free and we would love to see you there.
Western Days Jul 20 & 21 at the Eagle Creek Fairgrounds Saturday 9am-7pm & Sunday 9am-3pm. $5/ person for 10 and older. Free family dance Saturday 7pm. Gymkhana, FMX Crew, Team roping, Ranch hand, Cowhide race, Pickup race, Mounted shooting, Barrel racing, Horseshoe tournament, vendors, artisans and much more!
Summer Reading Club 2024 Registration is now open—Call us at 250-692-3192,visit us in-person or register online https:// burnslake.bc.libraries.coop/series/bcsummer-reading-club/ Ages 5 to 7 –Wednesdays, 11am to 12pm –Caregivers are required to stay Ages 8 to 10 – Wednesdays, 2pm to 3pm Ages 11 to 14 – Thursdays 2pm to 3pm
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.
HOUSTON
Live Performer Robbie Turnbull July 19 8pm at Mixers Bar & Lounge. Robbie Turnbull is a Singer, Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and self producing musician based out of Vancouver Island. His music varies greatly, from gentle Folk ballads to Grunge and Country influenced Acoustic Rock - all the while containing complex harmonic elements that show his studies in contemporary jazz theory.
Register for Nature Discovery Days on July 17-18 and August 7-8 (register on Eventbrite)! Two full days of exploration for ages 6-12, 10am3pm, $40/day. Become a Nature Detective! Find clues to what plants and animals live in the forest and fields and water near the Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre in Houston, BC. *You can register for 1, 2 or all days, and each day will cover a different topic. If you have questions, please call 778-642-3897 or email houston.bc@arocha.ca
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
SMITHERS
Book Launch: The Last Logging Show July 11 7pm Smithers Public Library. Join us at the library on Thursday, July 11th for a reading, Q&A and book signing with author Aaron Williams to celebrate the launch of The Last Logging Show: A Forestry Family at the End of an Era. Books will be sold by Mills Interior Stationery. Supported by Harbour Publishing and Mills Interior Stationery.
Story Theatre’s The Great Bloom Jul 16 10am at the Smithers Public Library. Join us for a special presentation from the Story Theatre Company. Dawn, a magical forest spirit, must embark on a journey to save the forest. But she doesn’t feel ready, and her efforts result in disaster! “The Great Bloom” by Sydney Marino is a new Canadian comedy about discovering the value we add to the world, even, or especially, when our path looks different from others. Generously sponsored by the Northwest Library Federation.
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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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
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Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.
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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.
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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.
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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 Library - High 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 3:15 -4:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.Lego Hour Tuesdays 11am12pm & Fridays 3:30-4:30pm ages 6+. Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 8-12.
Indoor Play Space Tuesdays 1030-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.
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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/summer-camps
1. An Olympic gold medal is mostly comprised of what metal?
2. What is it called when a bowler makes three strikes in a row?
3. What is the term used when a golfer scores three under par?
4. What NBA player is the leading alltime point scorer for regular season and playoffs?
5. What popular game is also known as dummy boards, dad hole, doghouse, or baggo?
6. What is the oldest baseball park?
7. What is the national sport of Canada?
8. The classic 1980 movie Raging Bull is about which real-life boxer?
9. The Triple Crown is an award that goes to a horse that has won what three competitions?
10.What year did terrorists take Israeli team members hostage at the Olympics? TRIVIA ANSWERS: 1. It's 92.5% silver. 2. A turkey. 3. An albatross (or double eagle). A birdie means one under par, and an eagle is two under. 4. Lebron James, who overtook the title from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 2022. 5. Cornhole. 6. Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox was opened in 1912. 7. Lacrosse. 8. Jake LaMotta. 9. The Kentucky Derby, The Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. 10. The 1972 summer Olympics held in Munich.
A Beginner's Guide to Canning
Ready to get canning? Here's a bit of history behind this preservation technique, what you need to get started, and how to troubleshoot if something funky happens.
The History of Canning
People have been preserving food since our very first days. Early techniques included drying, smoking, fermenting, and packing in fat (a method we know these days as confit). Later came vinegar pickles, jams (often sealed with wax or more fat), and suspension in alcohol. Still, none of these approaches led to reliably preserved foods. There was always some risk of spoilage.
In the late 1700s, Napoleon Bonaparte was looking for a way to dependably preserve food for his troops and so offered a cash prize to anyone who could produce a better method. After much experimentation, a French cook named Nicolas Appert discovered the packing, heating, and sealing technique that's essentially what we use today.
Home canning has been popular in the US since the late 1850s, when John L. Mason invented the first reusable jar with a screw-on lid. Canning technology gradually improved, and in 1915 Alexander H. Kerr developed the two-part canning lid that we still use today.
How Canning Works
The mechanics behind canning are fairly simple. You fill a clean jar with prepared food, apply the flat lid and the threaded ring to the jar, and submerge the filled jar in boiling water for a prescribed amount of time. (Times vary widely, depending on what you're
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canning.) When you remove the hot jar from the water, the heat begins to escape, taking with it any air left in the jar. The escaping oxygen pulls the lid down, creating an airtight seal. A food-safe sealing compound embedded into the lid aids in the maintenance of the seal. High-acid food preserved in this manner will keep happily for at least a year.
In the mid-20th century, as food production became heavily industrialized and the full-service grocery store became the norm, home canning experienced a drastic drop-off in popularity. It went from being a seasonal necessity (how else would you preserve the bounty of your kitchen garden and fruit trees?) to a neglected art, still practiced in more rural areas, but nearly abandoned by city dwellers.
Thanks to the soft economy, concerns over industrial food safety, and a desire among many of us to have more control over what's in our food, home canning experienced a notable resurgence in the early 2010s. However, for those who didn't grow up watching their parents or grandparents, the process can be intimidating. Take heart! It's not nearly as hard as you think.
A List of Canning Equipment
To get started canning, take stock of your current kitchen supplies. You should gather:
• Tongs
• A wide-mouth funnel
• A variety of measuring cups
• A jar lifter*
*If you're going to do a lot of canning, I do recommend this tool. It's saved me from a number of hot water burns over the years.
Vessels: A large, wide, non-reactive pot like an enameled Dutch oven is a good vessel for cooking preserves. A deep stockpot makes an excellent canning pot; just pop a round rack or kitchen rag into the bottom of the pot so that the water can circulate fully around the jars.
Canning Steps
Find a Recipe
Choose a recipe from a reliable source like the Ball
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TAURUS
(Apr. 21-May 20)
A lot of thought could be put into what needs to be important in practical terms. You could have finally reached a point where you are more prepared mentally to make decisions that leave you better off financially. They may not be your first choice but you realise it is necessary. Something has to be let go, once and for all.
LEO (July 23-August 22)
Venus, the planet of balance and harmony moves into your sign this week where it will remain until 5th August. There can be a significant situation take place with another person right now that has definite endings and beginnings attached. Give yourself time to think things out as there can be new situations taking place behind
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
Ideas can flow thick and fast but you need to be careful that you don’t jump into something with great optimism only to find it will not be so easy to change further down the track if you so desire. You may not be able to maintain a certain level of freedom financially because of other obligations in place that need to take precedence.
VIRGO (August 23-Sept.22)
SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)
You could start to take a different view that what you might enjoy accomplishing in the long term is not necessarily the type of freedom or sense of independence that other people seek. Much of your pleasure comes from commitment. You could sense the importance of working towards getting good foundations in place up to early August.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18)
Greater balance can enter into a situation involving another or others from now to early August. This can be dependent upon you standing your ground right now. You could feel you have reached a point of succeeding in relation to what you have been working through since 2019 when it comes to compromise at an underlying level.
It is only through giving yourself plenty of time to consider any increased commitments coming your way that you can develop a situation you will be settled about. This requires you to have support or agreement from others, which you can get but only by asking. It might mean letting go of a regular routine that has been in place.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov.22-Dec.21)
You and somebody else could be in sync when it comes to future possibilities that can be developed. You could broaden their view on what could be accomplished. Some sort of final decision would need to be made so that restructuring of some description can begin to take shape. There could be an element of secrecy involved.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Something could take a new direction where you feel you are given recognition for any efforts that have meant a lot of discipline or hard work for you. This will only be a stage as there is no complete escape from personal commitment for a while yet. From now to early August focus on generating steadiness in what needs to be handled on a daily basis.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
The New Moon has just occurred in your sign, providing you with the opportunity to look at new ways you want to handle things. Future security comes up as important and something that you should not have problems maintaining. Withdrawing from unnecessary spending to your birthday next year will put you in a very comfortable position.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)
You could be prepared to take on new responsibilities as long as you are given recognition or that you will feel appreciated for your efforts. You will be in no doubt that you can organise things and can enjoy doing so. It will only be worth it if you can implement your own ideas for future development. This can result in a sense of contentment.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan.19)
New people can come into your life or current relationships could have a change of direction, for the better. If there has been a degree of secretiveness that has made you uneasy of late, you could now start to see things from a different perspective through having analysed more. It might also be that you realise you just have to let some things slide.
ARIES (March 21-April 20)
Social activity can be enjoyable with interestingconversations. Youmight learn something new as well. There could be someone who presses their own needs or expectations but you should be able to find ways around that. Bringing an end to something you feel is now costing too much may not be as difficult as you thought.
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14ft gravel box complete with hoist and sub frame $1000 OBO call 250692-7072
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34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764
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Stihl 29 inch 084 bar $80 call 778202-8764
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4 hankook pike snow tires and rims 90% tread left 195/70R14 $350 250643-9924
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Harness for large dog or small pony. Leather; felt lining; brass buckles. Like new. $40. Call or txt for pic. 250-845-8247.
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website, the National Center for Home Food Preservation, a cookbook with tested recipes, or Serious Eats. Gather your ingredients. Always work with the freshest produce you can find.
Remove Lids and Rings From Jars
Place the number of jars you'll need on top of the rack in your stockpot. Fill pot (and jars) with water to cover, place a lid on the pot, and bring it to a boil. Put your lids in a small saucepan and bring them to the barest simmer on the back of the stove.
Prepare Your Product
While the canning pot comes to a boil, prepare your product. When your recipe is complete, remove the jars from the canning pot (pouring the water back into the pot as you remove the jars) and lay them out on a clean towel on your counter.
Fill
the Jars
Carefully fill each jar with your product. Depending on the recipe, you'll need to leave between 1/4 and 1/2 an inch of headspace (that's the room between the surface of the product and the top of the jar).
Apply the Lids
Wipe the rims of the jar with a clean, damp paper towel or the edge of a kitchen towel. Apply lids and screw the bands on the jars to hold the lids down during processing.
Place
Jars in the Canning Pot
Carefully lower the filled jars into the canning pot. You may need to remove some water as you put the jars in the pot. A heatproof Pyrex measuring cup is the best tool for this job.
Set the Timer
Once the pot has returned to a boil, start your timer. The length of the processing time will vary from recipe to recipe. When your timer goes off, remove the jars from the water bath promptly. Place them back on the towel-lined countertop and let them cool.
The jar lids should begin to ping soon after they've been removed from the pot. The pinging is the sound of the seals being formed and the center of the lids will become concave as the vacuum seal takes hold.
Check the Seals, Clean, and Store
After the jars have cooled to room temperature, remove the bands and check the seals. You do this by grasping the jar
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Four Indigenous packers in front of the Burns Lake telegraph cabin around 1913. The cabin was located in what is now Richmond Loop.
Province wide camp Fire ban on effective Friday, July 12. Due to current and forecasted conditions, a Province-wide Category 1 campfire prohibition will be put into effect. Effective at 12 p.m. (noon) PDT on Friday, July 12, 2024, in addition to Category 2 and Category 3 open fires, Category 1 campfires will be prohibited across the Northwest Fire Centre.
Men's Shed—
Non Profit
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Tuesday & Friday 10am-3pm
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by the edge of the lid and gently lifting it an inch or two off the countertop. The lid should hold fast.
Once you've determined that your seals are good, remove the rings and wash the jars well to remove any sticky residue. Store your jars in a cool, dark place (with the rings off, please) for up to a year. Jars that don't seal can be refrigerated and used first.
Troubleshooting Common Canning Problems
Why Didn't My Jars Seal?
This happens for a few different reasons: There may have been a bit of product on the rim of the jar, making it hard for the lid to get a good hold. The sealing compound on the lid wasn't fully softened before you applied it.
Was your product piping hot when it went into the jars? If not, there may not have been enough heat in the jar to create the necessary vacuum effect.
Help! I Seem to Have Lost Some Product During Processing!
This is a normal experience, known as siphoning. It happens sometimes when a hot jar experiences rapid temperature change. The swift cooling can sometimes force product out of the jar. It's not something to worry about unless it interferes with the seal. Just wash your jars well and store as usual.
To prevent it in the future, take care to remove all trapped air bubbles inside the jar before canning. You can also let jars sit in the canner for a few minutes when the time is up off the heat and with the lid removed so that the temperature change isn't as shocking to the jars.
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We are very excited to announce our 70th Anniversary will be celebrated in September 2024. To commemorate our years of service for our community, we have designed special hats to share with you. These hats were handcrafted by one of our local Artisan, Cathy Timms of Chalk-on -15th. These hats are a limited edition, and now on sale in our We are open for lunch 6 days a week!
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Shuttle Hours of Operation:
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Wednesday & Thursday: 9AM to 9PM
Friday: 9AM to Midnight
Saturday: Noon to Midnight Sunday: prebook only Tropical Fun n’ the Sun is back! Come check out our specials!
Wednesday’ is Wing Wednesday at the Legion. We offer 14 different flavours!
Our Queen of Hearts progressive jackpot is growing! Check our Facebook page to find out how much it is this Friday!
Going camping? Hosting a BBQ? You will need ice! We sell bags of ice for $3.50 per bag.
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Wednesday 3pm - 6pm
Friday 3pm - 9pm
Saturday 2:30pm - 7pm Drop In Darts
Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm
Friday is Karaoke Night & Meat Draw 5:30pm
Saturday Meat Draw 3pm
Saturday Pool Tournament 3pm Bar opens at 3:30
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FREE popcorn on Wednesdays pool table, darts, and keno available Drop in darts at 7:00 pm
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