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GARGE SALES

and Up. Call: 250-596-8426.

HOUSEHOLD/MISC.

Fishing! Rods, Reels, and Lures Price: $2.00 and Up. Call: 250-596-8426.

Maytag dryer $50 250-964-6598

2 ski poles new used only once $25 5632709

2 bar stools $100 each OBO call 250-9608469

Junior bike 12 Speed 20" tires $50 5633696

Pair of green reindeer 17.5" tall $20 call 250-960-8469 or 250-564-1648

book of hockey cards from 1991 $350 5632709

Wine Making Supplies 2 fermentation tubs w/lids, 2 glass carboys, 1 floor type corker, 1-90 bottle drying rack, 2 brew belts, 85 bottles (750 ml), 6 bottles (1.5 litre), 1 mini – jet filter, misc. Supplies. $350. For the lot (OBO) – phone 250-614-2373

PETS & ACCESSORIES Looking for a kitten White or white with other colours call 563-7922

Bell express Vu dish $35 call 250-6172672

1 Large pet carrier 2 medium pet carriers call 564-1423

spruce firewood for sale by the pickup load call 250-617-2672

puppies for sale yorkie, pom and chihuahua mix $1000 each call 250-617-8054

4’ trampoline with additional side bar for support 561-0506

1 kitten to be given away call after 5pm 250617-6818

Industrial mop pails 564-1423 Laundry tub Cream marble look 4’ wide 564-1423

Toy Australian shepherd puppies 3 females and 1 male red merle and black tri $1500 call 250-567-8734 MUSIC/ELECTRONICS

VEHICLES

2 typewriters, 1 manual and 1 electric $25 each 250-964-8300

2003 avalanche Z71 has transfer case trouble $6000 call 250-617-2672

Personal Emergency Response System2way voice pendant communicator and 911 forwarding. No monthly fees, no activation costs, or monthly contracts. VOIP compatible and works on regular home phone lines. $200. Call 250-563-2152.

2011 F 150 lariat has some motor trouble selling for $6000 250-617-2672

CLOTHING

32” LG flat screen inc Roku $150 5527421

132 new dark blue baseball style hats. $2 each. Selling in groups of 12. call 6129293

GPS Garmin 64S new in box asking $350 -256-9300

1988 ford 350 diesel 2 new batteries good running cond $3500 960-0004

Women’s summer shoes size 10, 10 1/2 and 11 New never worn $30-$50 per pair values up to $125 cash only 925-0620

SPORTING /CAMPING GOODS

child car seat rear facing weight 5-40 lbs height 10-40 inches $30 expiry Aug 2025 $30 612-9293 Kitchenaid Stove:Ceran top, convection oven,white, electric, self-cleaning.Large at bottom.3 racks, 1 electrical plug.2 large and 2 small elements, 1 warming element.Old but works fine.

Instruction book. $100564-8887

Home made knit slippers $25 561-6257

Hunting blind $80 OBO call 250-9608469 or 250-564-1648

4 pairs of downhill skis for sale all with Boys Snowsuit Size: 14 New $50 778-349- boot bindings. All in good condition. $50 4248 each o.B.o. Also some ski poles. Owner has health issues. Call 250 564-8887 for HEALTH/BEAUTY details.

New Beard trimmer philips $25 250-640triangle flare kit $20 call 250-960-8469 or 0771 250-564-1648 Brand new never used Braun Oral B electric trek triathlon bike lightweight frame tri bars toothbrush asking $50 call 236-423-1332 clip in pedals $500 250-612-9293 Blue Bed pan excellent condition $10 563- Fishing! Rods, Reels, and Lures Price: $2.00 8693 3 The Local Connector PG

1997 park avenue excellent body, excellent running, new battery asking $1500 call 250561-0506

UTILITY TRAILERS 18 ft flat deck 5 tires 2 axles licensed and insured $500 960-0004

Utility trailer frame dual axle 18 ft cw spare tire $500 960-0004 Heavy duty utility trailer with tilt. Snow Bear, 4x8 foot. Excellent condition. $2100. Text 250-613-2591 Heavy duty snowber trajler4 by 6 tilting ex. shape.ph.250 561 6007.

2 trailer hitch's for ford F-150 brand new $300 250-617-2672 OFF ROAD VEHICLES/ACCESSORIES 20L AV gas 100 $40 250-961-9668

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1995 skidoo formula 600 triple great for parts $400 250-699-6519 TIRES

BUILDING SUPPLIES

BF Goodrich winter tires set of 4 265/66R17 load range E 6 bolt call 250617-2672

Window 5’long 3’wide 1/2 opens Window 4’ wide 3’ long Screen door 79x36 1/4 all components ready to install call 564-1423

pair of tires 265/70R17 90% $200 250617-2672

500 ft black aluminum hand railing best offer 613-8411

pair of yokohama geolander A/T load range E 90% $200 call 250-617-2672

Cedar for Sale Remaining cedar lumber and post inventory from former Prince George cedar sawmill operation is now for sale in small lifts. For an inventory list, showing quantities and prices please email longwood@telus.net

wrangler LT 235/85 r16 like new $100 Michelin radial 235/65 r17 m&s on chrome rim $100call 236-331-6270 ask for Glen Tire and rim 215-85 R16 m and s bolted on 8 bolt ford rim $100 640-0510 Bridgestone dualer A/T P265/75R16 $50 617-2672 1-P255/70R 16 M and S wrangler good year $50 617-2672

4 studded winter tires 265/70R17 LP 90% left on the tread $400 OBO call 250-6496017 (4) 6 stud steel wheel for ford ½ ton with sensor 250-649-6017 2 winter tires 80% 250-649-6017 2 tires not the best $250 OBO 250-6496017 AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES Wanted transfer case for 2003 avalanche Z71 call 250-617-2672

Wanted auto tranny for 2003 avalanche Z71 call 250-617-2672 wanted automatic transmission with over drive for 2001 Dodge Dakota super sport 4x4 call 236-331-6270 Thule Vehicle Roof Top Rack Accessories: Thule Crossroad Footpac 450,Square crossbar 46" long & is free with footpac Asking $120. Thule Universal Lock 1 Key System 4pac. Asking $30.00. (Goes with footpac). Call 250 962 2111.

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TOOLS/HARDWARE Craftsman 10 inch belt drive table saw with extension (used) $ 50.00 – phone 250-614-2373 Craftsman Professional 10 inch compound Mitre saw(used) $ 50.00 – phone 250-614-2373 Home hardware rotary small grinder $20 250-640-0771 Skill Saw $25250-563-6184 Recypro Saw $45250-563-6184 Table Saw $50250-563-6184 Various building materials 250-9647018 2 electric drills $25/each 250-964-2317 2 metal tool boxes $75/each 567-4943

AGRICULTURE Sheep for sale-10 wool & 5 hair sheep200-300 each 250-567-0166 Hay Big Round Bales $160 each 250567-2400 Bale Wagon (70 bales per load) $5000 2 English saddles $150/each call-9649405 FARM/HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Wanted: Coyote motor for a 2011 F-150

Wanted: 30-40 HP tractor call 963-1441

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Ina Garten's Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Ingredients •

4 cups fresh rhubarb

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1-inch diced (4 to 5 stalks)

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4 cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved, if large

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1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

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1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest

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1 tablespoon cornstarch

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1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

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1 cup all-purpose flour

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1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed

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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

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1 cup quick-cooking (not instant) oatmeal

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12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) cold unsalted butter

diced Vanilla ice cream, for serving Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. For the fruit, toss the rhubarb, strawberries, 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar and the orange zest together in a large bowl. In a measuring cup, dissolve the cornstarch in the orange juice and then mix it into the fruit. Pour the mixture into an 8-by-11-inch baking dish and place it on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

For the topping, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the flour, the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, the brown sugar, salt and oatmeal. With the mixer on low speed, add the butter and mix until the dry ingredients are moist and the mixture is in crumbles. Sprinkle the topping over the fruit, covering it completely, and bake for 1 hour, until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream.

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7 Surprisingly Brilliant Uses For Rhubarb Leaves Rhubarb is an easy to grow vegetable that’s right at home in the perennial food garden.

PRINCE GEORGE. Backyard BBQ and Comedy—May 31 6pm at 2656 Vanier Dr. BBQ + Comedy + Fundraiser = Good times! Come grab a bite to eat and have some laughs while supporting the Wheelin' Warriors of the North team, riding the Tour de Cure and fundraising for cancer research. $25 ticket gets you a burger, sides, and a show. $5 for an extra plate.

Worth a Shot bar will be on site. Advance sales and RSVP'ing is strongly encouraged as there is limited space for the 50 people. There will also be awesome silent auction items available to bid on. Yard is open at 6pm.

Burgers at 7pm. Comedy show at 8pm, featuring local comedians Devon Flynn and Cody Malbeuf, hosted by Sara Jones. Contact spidey.cycles@gmail.com to rsvp or for details.

Junk in the Trunk—June 1 9am-2pm at the Hart Pioneer Centre. Call 250-962-6712 to book a table. Tables $20.

Proceeds go towards the operation and maintenance of the Hart Pioneer centre.

Concert in the Park—Jun 1 5:30pm at Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park. Join the City of Prince George on Saturday, June 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park bandshell for a Concert in the Park sponsored by City of Prince George local unions CUPE 399 and 1048. Bring your appetite and your own chairs or blankets to sit on! Confirmed food vendors include: Afro Caribbean Cuisine, Baller Food, Chaá Tayo Bubble Tea & Wings Event schedule: 5:30 p.m. Cottonwood Kids 6:15 p.m. Rabbit Soup 7:00 p.m. Good Juju Northern Indigenous Art Exhibition—Jun 1 at Omineca Arts Centre. Join us for our annual Indigenous Arts exhibition, "Ancestral: Manifestations of Past, Present, and Future" in honor of National Indigenous People’s Day. 5th Annual BBQ & Carwash Fundraiser— Join us on June 2nd, 2024, for the 5th Annual Carwash and BBQ! Minimum donation $5 gets your vehicle washed and treats you to some delicious BBQ. Stop by CSN Norgate 615 1st Ave, between 11 AM and 3 PM to support the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society. Plus, every car through has the chance to win a cool prize sponsored by Northland Hyundai - just like last year! Don't miss out on the fun and the chance to make a difference!

Summer Small Business Fair—Jun 8 10am-4pm at the Roll A Dome. Free admission.

Medieval Market—June 15 11am-4pm at Studio 2880 (2880 15th Ave) Hear Ye Hear Ye! Come hither and enjoy this fun filled themed market full of goods and foods 8

Plant it once and it will produce for decades, growing nicely alongside other forever foods like asparagus, garlic, horseradish and strawberrie s.

The vibrant stalks, ranging in color from pink to red to light green, emerge in early spring. These are ready for the first round of harvests in May. Naturally tart, rhubarb stalks can be prepped into a myriad of delicious sweet and savory recipes.

Don’t Eat Rhubarb Leaves!

It’s been well and truly hammered into to our heads by now that, while the colorful stalks are perfectly safe for consumption, you should never, ever eat the leaves.

This is because the large leafy greens contain oxalic acid. When eaten in high enough quantities, oxalic acid can cause a slew of stomach and kidney problems, and possibly even death.

Uses for Rhubarb Leaves in the Home and Garden Rhubarb leaves are only toxic if you eat them.

Otherwise, there are plenty of fantastic ways to put these large greens to good use.

Weed Barrier and Mulch Some weeds are so tenacious that no matter how many times you pull them up, they just keep coming back again and again.

Laying down a weed barrier, like cardboard or newspaper and topping with mulch, really does help lessen the Sisyphean task of keeping the garden beds clear of weeds.

Rhubarb’s large and heart-shaped leaves lend themselves well as a weed barrier too.

Usually growing to be about a foot long as wide (and sometimes much more), rhubarb leaves can be laid over garden footpaths, around the base of plants, and between rows.

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For weed suppression on-the-go, keep on layering new rhubarb leaves on top of older ones every time you harvest the stalks.

The leaves will break down rather quickly, so keep at it as the season wears on. As rhubarb leaves decompose, they have the added benefit of enriching the soil.

Leaf Casting Leaf casting is a marvelous way to create a natural look for your outdoor spaces.

Prominently veined leaves make for the most beautiful castings. Hosta, squash, elephant ear, coleus, and rhubarb are all good candidates for this project.

Set the foliage down, veiny side up, on a flat spot and apply a thick layer of concrete all over the leaf surface.

inspired by long past medieval times. Stroll the grassy plains of Studio 2880 and enjoy Harp Music by Shoshanna Godber, unique artisans and artists with a medieval/ rennansaise flair. Photobooth fun, activities and picnic with some great food.

Sweet Summer Market—Jul 13 10am-5pm at the CN Centre Parking Lot. Open Mic Nights—Every 2nd Wednesday of the month 19pm at the Hart Shopping Center 3831 Austin Road. Song, music, poetry, comedy and more! Walkins welcome.

Hosted by Cait’s Sweet Bites and Beanery.

Omineca’s Coffeehouse—Every Sunday 3-7pm at the Omineca Arts Centre. Weekly Coffee House every Sunday— a musical gathering for everyone to share their talent and enjoy a fun-filled evening!

LADIES MORNING BADMINTON----Tuesday and Thursday 9am--11am at Connaught Youth Centre 1491 17the Ave (at Victoria St.) STARTING on Tuesday, Sept. 26. Come check it out and for more information.

Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts—Every Tuesday 7-9pm at Kool Cats Register at collegeheightsca.org Prince George Farmers Market—Every Saturday 8:30am2pm 1310 3rd Ave Wednesday Night Board Games—Every Wednesday at 3 Goblins Games. Join us on Wednesday nights for an awesome evening filled with laughs and board games! Pick from one of our board games from our collection or join in on whatever new board game is being taught! If you get stuck on a rule or need help figuring out game mechanics, have no fear! The game gurus will be present to help! Every Wednesday at 6:00pm! $5 a person

To ensure the casting is strong, use chicken wire or hardware cloth between layers of concrete.

This will act as rebar and ensure the stepping stones last a long time.

Leaf casting is a marvelous way to create a natural look for your outdoor spaces.

Open Mic Nights—Every 2nd Wednesday out of the month.

7-9pm doors open at 6:30pm Song, music, poetry, comedy and more! 3831 Austin Rd W in the Hart shopping center.

Hosted by Cait’s Sweet Bites and Beanery.

Dome Creek Saturday Market—Every Saturday starting May 18 from 11am-2pm alongside the coffee shop. Looking for vendors. All ages welcome. Table fee is free or by donation. For more info call Laura at 778-349-5710

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beautiful castings. Hosta, squash, elephant ear, coleus, and rhubarb are all good candidates for this project.

Set the foliage down, veiny side up, on a flat spot and apply a thick layer of concrete all over the leaf surface.

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To ensure the casting is strong, use chicken wire or hardware cloth between layers of concrete.

This will act as rebar and ensure the stepping stones last a long time.

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After the concrete has dried, leaf casts can be flipped over. Remove the leaf by peeling it off the concrete form. If it sticks, set it out in the sun or use a scrubber to remove the green bits.

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Cleaning Solution

Br. #43 Prince George

Oxalic acid is a powerful cleaning agent used in commercial products like Bar Keepers Friend. As a non-abrasive and bleach-free powder, it is safe to use on numerous surfaces like stainless steel, ceramic, porcelain, fiberglass, chrome, copper, aluminum, brass, and more.

1116 6th Ave Prince George Ph: (250) 562-1292 Hours: Thursday 4pm-9pm Fri 11:30am-9pm Sat 4pm-9pm

Meat Draw Fridays 4:30-6:30a pm & Saturdays 4:30-6:30pm

Follow our Facebook page Legion 43 PG for weekly dinner specials!

Are you a musician or band looking for a venue to play? Legion 43 PG hosts live music Friday and Saturday nights, if interested please contact the event planner in the office at 250-562-1292.

Effective for cleaning, polishing, bleaching, and rust removal, oxalic acid is also excellent for lifting stains from wood without altering the wood’s natural color.

While it may not be as potent as store-bought cleansing products, oxalic acid is water soluble and can be extracted from fresh rhubarb leaves by boiling them in a pot of water for about 30 minutes.

Strain out the leaves and use the liquid solution to shine up pots and pans, scrub stains from brick, stone, vinyl, and wood surfaces, and remove rust from sinks and tubs.

Even outside the body, oxalic acid is toxic stuff so always wear latex gloves, a dust mask, and eye protection when working with it.

Thoroughly rinse all surfaces it was used on (including the pot used to extract the solution) with plain water to clear away any residual oxalic acid.

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TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 20)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You should think over the changes that have occurred personally over the last 12 months and how this might require you to think differently now. Finances will come under the spotlight to June 2024. There could be greater commitments but you could also have the opportunity to earn more.

Don’t make rash decisions right now.

Jupiter, the planet of growth and expansion has moved into your sign, where it will remain until 10th June 2025. This heralds the beginning of a new 12 year personal cycle, which can provide fresh opportunities for you. What you need to watch is being overly optimistic. Be sure you take a responsible approach to commitments.

You have 12 months of wait and see ahead of you. Benefits can begin to build up behind the scenes but exactly what they are or how they will play out can remain a mystery. This will also be a good time for you to find some quiet time to yourself to contemplate what might be better let go. You could have some inkling of that right now but the time isn’t right.

LEO (July 23-August 22)

VIRGO (August 23-Sept.22)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)

Your priorities could change over the next 12 months, especially if you feel that commitments are overloading you. Some of this could be tied to the expectations of others. Greater involvement with people who have things in common, which can include friends, can become more important. It is to do with where you want to head in the future.

Commitments can increase over the next 12 months. It might also be time for you to delegate responsibilities to those who expect you to handle more than is fair. Teaching somebody to do more for themselves is often more difficult than just doing it. It is important you gain control over what you do on a regular basis.

You can feel as though you have been set free.

There is without doubt, a whole new world open to you, to June next year. There will still be certain boundaries that you will need to deal with when it comes to commitments that need to be seen to on a regular basis. You could also learn new ways to be more efficient with these.

SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov.22-Dec.21)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan.19)

Pay careful attention to what somebody else is saying and expecting right now, especially if this is to do with finances that involve you both. Where there might have been more open dialog since last May, that may no longer be the case up to June next year. This may result in you having to curb some things that you enjoy.

From now to June next year, you are in a very good period to gain much recognition from others. This can include establishing connections that can be useful and important into the long term future. Don’t discount somebody if they do not seem that important because you don’t know the associations they have that might be useful.

Daily life can become busier than ever to June next year. You need to get mentally on top of this from now. If you attempt to just handle too much, it could end up affecting your health because of not getting enough proper rest. Becoming lazy with regular exercise will not do and this is a time you could easily gain weight.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

ARIES (March 21-April 20)

Enjoying life will become more important to June next year. In some cases this can be dependent upon what has been put in place since May 2023. If there is something you have wanted to learn, simply for pleasure, the time has come to take this up.

The need to become more involved with children can arise for many.

Focus on home and family can increase during the next 12 months. For some this could mean moving to a bigger house or increasing the space in a present home. You will need to balance the level of obligation you can reasonably handle with whatever it is that feels important to develop. Then progress will be successful.

Don’t make any sudden decisions in relation to finances as where there may have been plenty of space to move in the last 12 months, you could now find that will change. You will need to look into all the information to June next year, not only with finances but perhaps with other matters. Many distractions can arise as well.

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Cops for Cancer Tour de North fundraiser – don’t miss out!

Prince George RCMP is proud to once again be hosting a rider on the Cops for Cancer Tour de North, an annual cycling event where police agencies and emergency service personnel cycle for seven days across 850 km of Northern B.C., raising money for pediatric cancer research and support services at the Canadian Cancer Society.

Corporal Meghan Driscoll, a 20-year member of the RCMP, will be riding with Tour de North this year. She is looking forward to the opportunity to bring awareness to this annual event and is hoping to exceed her goal of raising $3,000.

She has partnered with two other Prince George Tour de North riders to host a Pub Night at the Canadian Brewhouse on May 24 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $35 and include a burger and beverage. There will also be a silent auction and a 50/50 draw.

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If you are looking for a fun night out and want 425 Brunswick Street to help support this amazing team, please Mondays—Fitness 10am, Line dancing 11am, Bridge consider purchasing a ticket or two to help 12:30pm and Floor Curling 1pm.

Corporal Driscoll and the other Tour de North Tuesdays—Carpet Bowling 9:45am, 50/50 bingo riders meet their fundraising goals!

12:30pm Tickets can be purchased at the Prince George RCMP Detachment at 455 Victoria Street. Cash only, please note we are unable to make change.

Wednesdays—Bridge Lessons 10am, Bridge 12:30pm, Whist 7pm Thursdays—Board Games 10am, Fitness 10am, Line Dancing 11am, Tai Chi 1pm, Canasta 1pm

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Fridays—Floor Curling 9:45am, Crib 12:30pm

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Communications NCO / Media Relations Officer

Sunday, May 26 Doors open 4pm, Dinner at 5pm

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Adults $20/person Kids 8 and under $7 Tickets must be prepurchased prior to May 23 no tickets at the door! Everyone Welcome.

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