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Feeling the Summer Heat? How About Some Cool Shades or Screens From King Parrish Awnings and More??
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 06/20/2012 12:59 PM
Sonora, CA...King Parrish has developed a great reputation for designing and installing attractive solutions to sun and weather problems since 1988. Our specialty at King Parrish is the design and installation of customized shade and weather solutions tailored to our client’s specific needs. We are experts at recommending strategic shade solutions utilizing this industry’s finest products. Our manufacturing, welding and sewing is done in-house at our Sonora, CA facility....
Black Pepper, Black Gold...Grow Your Own with Kirk's Hydro
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 06/19/2012 10:14 AM
San Andreas, CA...Black pepper seems common to us now. It's the familiar spice in the shaker next to the salt. It wasn't always that way. Throughout most of human history, it was so rare and desirable it was known as 'black gold.' Columbus was looking for a quick route to tropical India where black pepper was grown when he famously got lost and landed in North America. Not only was he confused about his location, he confused language a bit, too. He called New World chiles 'peppers' because their fruity heat made him think they must be related to the the black pepper he had set sail to find. (They aren't related, though. The small, round black, green and white peppercorns used as a cooking spice are from the Piper species of plants. Bell peppers and chiles are from the Capsicum species.)...
Give Dad the Gift of a Man Cave Remodel This Father's Day!~by Sandy Reed of Uniquity Builders
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/15/2012 08:20 AM
Father's Day is this Sunday and like moms on Mother's Day, dad's just want a day to relax and not worry about household chores. A day to kick back, throw back a few beers and watch a ball game. But if the T.V. in the living room is usually overrun with kid shows, Dad might be stuck watching iCarly rather than baseball. What Dad needs is a space where he can go to chill, watch his game and hang out with friends without fighting the kids and Mom for the remote. What Dad needs is a Man Cave!! ....
Now is The Time To Save Up To $500 on Your Next Remodeling Project!~by Sandy Reed of Uniquity Builders
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/06/2012 10:56 AM
Is there a home improvement project that needs to get done in your house, but you just keep putting it off year after year? Why is that? Do you think a remodel might be too messy or too expensive, maybe both? Don't let the fear of a costly kitchen or bathroom remodel stop you from getting the space you not only need, but have been dreaming of for so long. We would like to help you save your hard earned money and get the new kitchen or bathroom you want.....
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Open Garden Day Features "Native and Wild Gardens" on June 23rd
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/05/2012 04:05 PM
Calaveras County Master Gardeners will conduct their monthly Open Garden Day on Saturday, June 23. Located at the County Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, the garden will open at 10 am and stay open to the public until 2pm. This month’s topic is one everyone will want to hear. We are presenting “Native and Wild Gardens” You too, can have a beautiful garden, save water, time and money, so go native! The informative talk starts at 10:30, with a question and answer session to follow, don’t miss it!...
A Dream Home Make-over...Are You Next?~by Sandy Reed of Uniquity Builders
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/10/2012 05:10 PM
What if your house wasn't something you wanted to come home to. What if your house just doesn't live up to your standards anymore, but you don't want to move. What do you do? Do what this family did and remodel!! We took this tiny cabin and completely transformed it into a gorgeous two-story chalet! Take a look at this short video to see the transformation and then give us a call so we can help turn your house back into your dream home!...
Please Stop By Kirk's Hydroponics in San Andreas for Your Indoor Gardening Supplies
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/07/2012 12:49 PM
San Andreas, CA...Kirk's Hydroponics has everything you need to make all of you indoor gardening a success. What does "hydroponics" mean? Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil. Most hydroponics systems use an "ebb and flow" method in which the roots are periodically flooded with a nutrient-rich water solution and then drained so that air can circulate around the roots. This is repeated many times throughout the day so that plants have access to the water, food and air they need, all the time...
Are you looking for a fun, free and healthy way to entertain your children this summer? ...Come to – Kids’ Day in the Garden!
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 05/01/2012 04:52 PM
San Andreas, CA....Do you know the benefits of outdoor exercise and healthy eating but aren't sure how to inspire your children to stay fit and eat well? on Saturday May 12th the University of California Cooperative Extension, along with First 5 Calaveras and the Prevent Child Abuse Council Calaveras are inviting children and their families to the Master Gardener's Demonstration Garden in San Andreas for a fun event kicking off the beginning of gardening season. Kids’ Day in the Garden will be two hours of concentrated fun and learning focusing on the health, social and financial benefits of gardening. ...
Aging-in-Place...Remodeling for the Long-Term~by Sandy Reed of Uniquity Builders
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/16/2012 03:06 PM
Recently, my dad had to undergo major reconstructive surgery on his foot due to diabetes. Which means for the next six months to a year, he is sitting on his butt (which he hates)! He is either stuck on the couch or in a wheelchair. He uses a knee-walker to get around the house, because the wheelchair just doesn't fit through doorways and down the hall. Luckily for my dad, this is a temporary situation. My parent's house didn't need any major remodeling to help him get around during his recovery, just a simple ramp so he can get in and out of the house easily, which my husband built for him. ...
Plan to attend the April 7th Glencoe D2 Garden Club Presentation by Jason Kinn on Composting
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/06/2012 10:05 AM
Glencoe, CA...The April meeting of the Glencoe District 2 Garden Club will be held at the Blueberry Farm in Glencoe. Jason Kinn will continue the monthly presentation series given by local experts. His background in the subject spans over 25 years. He has worked on the high yield farms of Hawaii, managed a local supermarket's produce department, worked for Lee Hess' compost and vermiculture industry in Moke Hill, and sold at the Jackson Farmer's Market....
