| Card Games, Mexican Train, Samba and Bridge and Bocce Ball Are also offered at the Club Gin Gals Mexican Train Gals Bridge Gals My Tuesday Morning group plays ACBL bridge. We play 9:00 to approximately noon, the cost is $3.00 . This group is for women with a basic knowledge of conventions. On Thursday afternoons, we have a more relaxed group playing from 2:00 to approximately 4:30. Discussion of play is permitted to help players of all abilities to improve their knowledge of conventions. We welcome new players! Contact: Nancy Coates smokey1dog@twc.com Samba Gals We have sign up on boards for Monday and Friday 11:00 in the Ladies' Lounge |
| CRAFTS CLASS Ladies' Locker Room Wednesday 9:30 AM Everyone is invited to participate What a great way to meet new ladies Crafts Class Gals Rock Art by Theresa Steiner Jewelry Making and Repair Rock Painting Holiday Decorations And much more... Contact: Donna Nelson dhateasystreet@msn.com |
| COUNTY INFORMATION: Bermuda Dunes Community Council Meets the 2nd Thursday every other month Supervisor PEREZ office Esmeralda Perez 760 863 8211 Esperez@rivco.org Sheriff's Department Lt. Michael Bianco 760 836 1600 mbianco@riversidesheriff.org California Highway Patrol Officer Hector Gutierrez 760 772 5300 HeGutierrez@chp.ca.gov Cal Fire Div Chief Ty Davis 760 393 3450 Tyrell.Davis@fire.ca.gov Code Enforcement 760-393-3344 supervisor Perez phone number Bermuda Dunes Community Center/Desert Rec Nicole Fisher 760 564 9921 nfisher@drd.us.com 760-347-3484 ext. 134 Bermuda Dunes Airport 79880 Avenue 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 · PH: (760) 345-2558 AGoodwyn@ BermudaDuesAirport.org Myoma Water Co Mark Meeler General Manager 79050 Avenue 42 Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 760-772-1967 Office 760-345-9761 FAX GRAFFITI HOTLINE Desert 1-866-732-1444 All other areas of the County 1-951-955-3333 Riverside County Waste Resources Waste Management has a roadside cleanup program in the Riverside County they can be reached at 951-955-6899 Union Pacific RR Critical Need Phone # 888 877 7267 ILLEGAL DUMPING 1 393 3344 NOT |
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| USEFUL INFO ABOUT BDSA AND BDCA Board Members Bermuda Dunes Security Association Robert Nagels, President Donald Keprta, Vice President Chris Hogan, Treasurer Robert Anderson, Secretary Donald G. Clarke Joseph R. “Jack” Fox Jerry Lugo Martin C. (Duke) Frey Sylvia Chernick Baran BDSA Meeting 4th Thurs. of every month BDSA BULLETIN CLICK HERE BDSA Responsibilities: Bermuda Dunes Security Association (BDSA) is responsible for streets (potholes, cracks, street drainage and dry wells), Security entry/exit, patrol vehicles, cable TV agreement, fee collection & payment, gates & gate lights, medians, walls, guardhouses and all street/gate signage. BDSA is managed by Desert Resort Mgmt Contact: John Walters-Clark 760 346 1161 BDSA RULES AND REGS The Admin Office is open Monday thru Friday for questions and concerns. Resident Login System is handled by DRM Admin hours are as follows: Monday 9 -5 Tuesday 9 - 5 Wednesday 9 - 5 Thursday10-6 Friday 9 - 5 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed If this is urgent, please contact Security at: Telephone Numbers: Main Gate: 760-360-1322 Main Gate #1 Glass Gate #2 Administration #3 Bermuda Dunes Home Owner's Association Meets Third Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. each month EXCEPT AUGUST Adm Bldg 4:30 PM Charlie Bishop, President Kristy Hilton, Vice President Barbara Black, Treasurer Robert Nagels, Director BDCA is managed by Desert Resort Mgmt Contact: John Walters-Clark 760 346 1161 CC&Rs for BDSA Here is what BDCA is responsible for: Bermuda Dunes Community Association (BDCA) is responsible for most problems relating to property owner's home and lot, dogs, landscaping, pool draining, trash cans, fountains and landscaping at the main gate. The Architectural Committee reports to the Community Board Dues are $100 per year and are payable in January in lump sum Architectural Committee responsibilities A. THE MISSION: As representatives of each Homeowner, members of the Architectural Control Committee (ACC), are volunteer community members. The ACC, as established in the CC&R’s, has been charged with the mission to oversee that each lot and dwelling within the Community is developed and maintained in a manner compatible with its standard aesthetics and quality. B. ALL IMPROVEMENTS: The ACC has the responsibility to approve or to reject all plans for real property improvements on all lots within any subdivision of the Community, and all properties owned by the Bermuda Dunes Community Association and Bermuda Dunes Security Association, prior to commencement of construction of that improvement. C. RESPONSIBILITY: The ACC’s goal is to foster careful design in furtherance of its responsibility to represent each Homeowner in the preservation of the architectural and landscaping aesthetics and character of the homes within the Community and to monitor, according to its authority for interpretation, enforcement of BDCA’s governing documents. Utilizing and interpreting the Guidelines, the ACC will consider the aesthetic and functional aspects of each design, including placement of buildings, landscaping, exterior finishes and materials, height and bulk, orientation of site lines, etc. In addition, the ACC will consider the effect of the proposed improvement on neighboring properties and the Community as a whole. D. LIMITATION OF RESPONSIBILITY: The ACC is not responsible for reviewing nor shall its approval of any plan or design be deemed approval of any structural safety or conformance with building or other codes. The ACC assumes no responsibility for the structural or mechanical soundness of approved designs. E. RECORDS: Records of ACC approvals or actions will be kept on file, by Tract or Unit and by Lot number, at the office of the BDCA. F. AUTHORITY: Submissions are required directly from homeowners, regardless that they may reside in sub-communities that may have their own architectural review boards, guidelines and committees. The BDCA-ACC has final authority for approval of projects as outlined herein. No submittals will be accepted from sub-community boards or committees, unless submission is for common area projects within the sub-community. |
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With all of the bad things regarding the COVID-19 Virus Our dear friend has come up with this offer for the community Hi Donna: I’ve been thinking of ways to possibly assist our neighbors and to keep myself busy during this “Stay at Home” event. The only thing I could think of was to offer my knife Sharpening skills, especially with the fact that most restaurants are closed and more meals are prepared at home with dull knifes. Therefore, this is my offer: I will sharpen anyone’s knifes within the gates AT NO CHARGE. Maybe you could post this on your BLOG. All the resident needs to do is drop off their knifes at my address, 79085 Bermuda Dunes Dr. (at end of long driveway). Make sure knifes are packaged with owners name and phone number. I will sharpen their knifes then call owner when completed. Sharpened knifes will be placed at my entrance gate for pick-up. This will eliminate any face-to-face contact. Bill (760)289-2606 “Mac The Knife Sharpener *NOTE: I use rubber gloves to sharpen all knives.There is no need to worry about COVID-19. NOTE FROM DONNA AND BOB: Bill is a 'professional' knife sharpener. He does all of Ralph's and Albertson's knives and lots of restaurants. THIS IS A FABULOUS DEAL - Consider taking Bill up on his offer. WE guarantee you will not be disappointed. You can find Bill on our List, Click 'K' for knife sharpener. |
| BERMUDA DUNES SECURITY ASSOCIATION May 27, 2020 Dear BDSA Homeowners: As you are likely aware, Riverside County is installing a traffic signal and lighting on Avenue 42 and Adams that is affecting your Main Gate traffic. The work is ongoing and traffic disruptions will be variable throughout the workday hours. Today, there is a Westbound Avenue 42 traffic issue. Traffic is down to one lane and backs up from time to time. We suggest residents use alternative gates if possible during workday hours at this time due to the construction. This may help you save time if traffic is backed up at the Main Gate and lessen congestion. Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe. Sincerely, John Walters-Clark, AMS®, CMCA® Director of Marketing/Business Development Community Association Manager On behalf of the Board of Directors Desert Resort Management, 42-635 Melanie Place, Ste 103, Palm Desert, CA 92211 Office: 760-346-1161/Fax: 760-346-9918 Customer Service: Serviceorders@drminternet.com townsq Don't Forget to Register! Your account is already set up and ready to use. Simply download TownSq in the app store using your mobile device at https://app.townsq.io with your Associa/HOA account number and zip code. Instructions to get started here. Our customer service representatives are available to assist you with any questions you may have regarding TownSq and its initial set-up. Please feel free to call Desert Resort Management at 760.346.1161 or TownSq Support at 844.281.1728. |
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Found a crying kitten in a bush, around 10:30 pm. She was crying at least 2 hours. It’s about 45 F outside, some light drizzle, but she was in a dry spot. Should we put her back and wait for her momma to return? We think she’s 1 week old. If the bush was near your house I’d bring the kitten inside and warm them up, and try to wait near a window in view of the bush for the cat to return. It’s possible that the kitten was abandoned, or that it’s mother was unable to return to it for one reason or another. At 1 week it will probably be feeding every hour, so I’d try to find formula from a nearby store or a substitute. Keep an eye out for momma cat, as sometimes they will have to leave to go scavenge for food. If she’s not back by morning I suggest calling a vet clinic or animal shelter to ask if they have any cats currently nursing who could surrogate, or if they’d be willing to take in and bottlefeed kitten. I hope this helps! |
My cat gave birth to four kittens 5 days ago today. One of them died and we buried it before she could see it. She is going crazy looking for it. What do we do? Ok, this is weird but it actually happened to a dear friend of mine. And it depends on how devoted to your cat you are. My friend was very devoted. She called the shelter that she was familiar with (this is in a small town) and told them what had happened, and asked if they had a newborn she could “borrow” and foster. She quickly got the baby, took a small towel, rubbed each baby with it, then the new baby last, so they all smelled the same. She put them all together with Mom, who smelled, then licked each kitten, and was at last happy! |
| Is it safe for dogs to eat butter?Is it safe for dogs to eat butter? Growing up, there was always a stick of butter in the center of our dining room table right in front of a large window. Meals were eaten, places were cleared, but the butter always remained on the table and was replenished as needed.Is it safe for dogs to eat butter? Growing up, there was always a stick of butter in the center of our dining room table right in front of a large window. Meals were eaten, places were cleared, but the butter always remained on the table and was replenished as needed. Room temperature butter is easier to spread. Our home never got warm enough to melt it completely, though it was often partially “melted” on top from what we suspected was direct sunlight. For about 13 years my parents, two older brothers and I shared this butter at mealtimes, blissfully unaware that a 6th member of our family was also partaking. When the house was empty, Sparky would hop up on the table, sprawl out in the sunlight and lick the top of the butter. She knew the sound of our vehicles, and would hop off the table and climb in bed whenever she heard us approaching. She wasn’t caught in the act until we purchased a different car. I miss you Sparky. But I don’t miss sharing butter with you. To answer your question, apart from being overweight, the butter seemed to have little ill effect on Sparky. She was even-tempered, intelligent, and had a very glossy coat. Room temperature butter is easier to spread. Our home never got warm enough to melt it completely, though it was often partially “melted” on top from what we suspected was direct sunlight. For about 13 years my parents, two older brothers and I shared this butter at mealtimes, blissfully unaware that a 6th member of our family was also partaking. When the house was empty, Sparky would hop up on the table, sprawl out in the sunlight and lick the top of the butter. She knew the sound of our vehicles, and would hop off the table and climb in bed whenever she heard us approaching. She wasn’t caught in the act until we purchased a different car. I miss you Sparky. But I don’t miss sharing butter with you. To answer your question, apart from being overweight, the butter seemed to have little ill effect on Sparky. She was even-tempered, intelligent, and had a very glossy coat. Growing up, there was always a stick of butter in the center of our dining room table right in front of a large window. Meals were eaten, places were cleared, but the butter always remained on the table and was replenished as needed. Room temperature butter is easier to spread. Our home never got warm enough to melt it completely, though it was often partially “melted” on top from what we suspected was direct sunlight. For about 13 years my parents, two older brothers and I shared this butter at mealtimes, blissfully unaware that a 6th member of our family was also partaking. When the house was empty, Sparky would hop up on the table, sprawl out in the sunlight and lick the top of the butter. She knew the sound of our vehicles, and would hop off the table and climb in bed whenever she heard us approaching. She wasn’t caught in the act until we purchased a different car. I miss you Sparky. But I don’t miss sharing butter with you. To answer your question, apart from being overweight, the butter seemed to have little ill effect on Sparky. She was even-tempered, intelligent, and had a very glossy coat. |
An Endangered Species Recovers This April, Friends partnered with the US Forest Service to contract with Bloom Biological Inc., to band two bald eagle chicks that had recently hatched in Lake Hemet. The chicks, one male and one female, were about three weeks old in these photos. Bald eagles are a success story of the federal Endangered Species Act. They were listed as endangered when the Act was originally passed in 1973, having suffered staggering population declines despite some previous legal protections. In southern California, breeding populations of bald eagles had been completely wiped out by the late 1950’s. Through protection under the law and other measures, including banning a harmful pesticide DDT in 1972, as well as captive breeding and reintroduction programs, populations recovered and the bald eagle was removed from the federal endangered species list in 2007. There are currently over 10,000 pairs breeding in all 49 of the continental United States. Banding of bald eagle chicks is important to ensure that bald eagles never return to the brink of extinction. The bands are color and alpha-numerically coded to allow for IDs of each unique individual. Banding must take place before the chicks fledge, because once they can fly, the opportunity is lost, and with it a lifetime of valuable data about the species. Because time was of the essence, the Forest Service requested our help, and we were able to provide funding for the project. Once put on, the bands remain in place their entire lives, about 20 years. For as long as these birds live, scientists will be able to use visual observations of their bands’ unique identifiers to monitor the birds. The observational data over their lifespan will inform our understanding of how and where these magnificent birds are nesting, feeding, and thriving. With the information contributed by these birds over time, we continue to learn about this species and how best to protect them. Forested areas around lakes and reservoirs are important habitat for bald eagles. For nesting, most bald eagles prefer more northern climates, migrating south only during winter when their preferred foods, mainly fish and ducks, are scarce or inaccessible at their nesting sites. However, some birds prefer to stay in more southerly climates like our area year-round. There have been nesting pairs of bald eagles observed at each of 4 Southern California lakes since 2003, including Lake Hemet. The same pair tends to use a nesting site for several years. In 2008, the nest that had been in the tree shown in the photo fell apart in a windstorm. Subsequently, a platform was built for added support, and the birds continue to use this nest. The Lake Hemet bald eagles have had numerous successful fledglings. Because of the influx of migrating bald eagles to southern California during the winter, the easiest time to see eagles at Lake Hemet is still between December and March. Just look in the tallest trees around the lake near open water for perching eagles. You may even get lucky and see an eagle pass through the valley floor, like this one near Palm Desert High School in 2019, and this one at Sunnylands just a few months ago. Bald eagles still have full protection under the Bald Eagle Protection Act and under the State of California's Endangered Species Act. These laws make it illegal to harm or harass bald eagles. It is also illegal to possess bald eagle parts, even a single feather. Please remember that human presence may distract or disturb the eagles, so try to limit your movements and do not make loud noises when you see one. If possible, remain in your car while looking at eagles - the car acts as a blind. Stay a respectful distance of at least 200- 300' away from perched bald eagles, and at least ¼ mile away from nesting bald eagle. Trying to get a closer look may result in eagles becoming agitated and knocking eggs or chicks out of the nest. Observe and enjoy, and do your part to help protect our national bird! By Jennifer Prado Director of Education and Land Programs Special thanks to Kim Boss, District Wildlife Biologist, San Bernardino National Forest, San Jacinto Ranger District. All photos credit US Forest Service Staff. |
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| Do cats like to be talked to? Cats love when their “cat-parents” speak to them. I speak to my cat all the time, and it is according how the conversation goes, “Are you hungry?,” gets a big purr. “Do you love me?” gets a big meow, “Do you want me to pet you?” gets a very quiet purr. So, definitely cats love attention, love when you speak to them, love hugs, and love to cuddle up on a warm lap. |
| important message from the club... May 22, 2020 Dear Members, We have just been informed from Riverside County that restaurants are OK to open today.! We will be open for lunch and dinner and will continue with the same To Go menu through next week. The difference is that you may now enjoy your meal on the patio or in the downstairs dining room. The bar will be open for service but there will be no seating at the bar. Social distancing requirements will still be enforced. As we gear up, we will be creating new menu items. In the meantime, let's all be smart and start enjoying our beautiful clubhouse! Here are some anticipated FAQ’s: Question- Can I sit with a non-family member? Answer- Yes, as long as everyone at the table is comfortable with one another. Question- What is the maximum number of diners per table? Answer- There is no specific number but we are limiting seating to 8. Question- Do I have to wear my mask? Answer- We are still recommending everyone wear a mask in and around the clubhouse, however, no mask is required when seated. All of our servers will be wearing masks . Question- Has seating been changed to accommodate social distancing? Answer- Yes, we have rearranged tables to ensure the safety of each other. Question –Is there a protocol for ensuring the health of all employees and guests? o Answer-Yes, we will be sanitizing tables and chairs after each use. We will be using disposable menus, silverware, cups, and containers. We will be sanitizing other areas of the club (restrooms, locker rooms, bar etc.) hourly throughout the day. We appreciate your understanding and support as we enter these uncharted waters. Our staff will be doing our best to ensure that you have an enjoyable experience. PS. For those uncomfortable, we will continue our To-Go services! Bermuda Dunes Management Team |
| Left to Right My precious Grandma, Eula Mae, my Mother Bernice Lee and my Sister, Linda Mae....missing from this photo is my Brother, Billy Dean. I miss them every day! May my precious family rest in peace! |
| More People Are Taking Drugs for Anxiety and Insomnia, and Doctors Are Worried Note from Donna: This is a damn shame and China should pay through their noses for this!!!!!! Stop TESTING!!!!!!! As coronavirus health concerns, social isolation and job-loss stress take a toll, people turn to medications; ‘It can very quickly become a habit’ PHOTO: ILLUSTRATION BY EDMON DE HARO ; GETTY IMAGES By Andrea Petersen May 25, 2020 9:00 am ET Prescriptions for anti-anxiety medications and sleep aids have risen during the pandemic, prompting doctors to warn about the possibility of long-term addiction and abuse of the drugs. “Many physicians have a low threshold for prescribing them. It’s very problematic,” says Bruce J. Schwartz, deputy chair and professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Montefiore Medical Center in New York. “Many people do develop a dependency on these medications.” Prescriptions for anti-anxiety medications, such as Klonopin and Ativan, rose 10.2% in the U.S. to 9.7 million in March 2020 from 8.8 million in March 2019, according to the latest data from health-research firm IQVIA. Prescriptions for antidepressants, including Prozac and Lexapro, rose 9.2% to 29.7 million from 27.2 million in the same period. The information doesn’t include data on whether dosages have increased along with prescriptions. ‘If you’ve lost your job, if you’re worried if you’ll have enough food for your kids, that will keep you up at night.’— Charles B. Nemeroff, professor and chair of the department of psychiatry at Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin Some companies have seen more dramatic increases. Express Scripts, a pharmacy benefit manager owned by Cigna, says prescriptions for anti- anxiety medications rose 34.1% between mid-February and mid-March, while prescriptions for antidepressants and sleep medications increased 18.6% and 14.8%, respectively. Ginger, which supplies video- and chat- based mental health services to companies, says its psychiatrists wrote 86% more prescriptions for psychotropic drugs, primarily antidepressants, in March and April 2020 compared with January and February. Health concerns, social isolation and the stress of job losses are taking a toll on people’s well-being. More than one-third of Americans say the pandemic is having a “serious impact” on their mental health, according to a survey released March 25 by the American Psychiatric Association. Among parents with children under 18, 46% rated their average stress level related to the pandemic as 8, 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale, according to a survey the American Psychological Association released May 21. The nation’s top mental-health official recently warned that the suffering could deepen if there were a second coronavirus lockdown. “This kind of chronic stress brings about, for all those people who have never had anxiety before, it sort of overwhelms them,” says Charles B. Nemeroff, professor and chair of the department of psychiatry at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin and president-elect of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. “If you’ve lost your job, if you’re worried if you’ll have enough food for your kids, that will keep you up at night.” And for those with a history of anxiety and depression, stress can raise the risk of a relapse. The most popular anti-anxiety medications are benzodiazepines that include Valium, Xanax, Ativan and Klonopin. These drugs enhance the activity of the central nervous system’s main inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). GABA’s primary function is to reduce the activity of neurons. “They are powerful, and they are powerfully attractive in that they work instantly,” says James Potash, director of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Johns Hopkins Medicine. “You take Ativan, and 30 minutes later you are feeling dramatically less anxious.” Sleep medications like Lunesta and Ambien are similar to the benzodiazepines in that they also alter the activity of GABA. The neurotransmitter is thought to facilitate sleep. Doctors say that benzodiazepines can be a useful tool and are very effective for the short-term treatment of acute anxiety. Dr. Potash advises patients to limit their use to weeks, not months. The problem, he says, is that people can quickly develop a tolerance to their effects—sometimes in as little as two weeks—which can lead patients to increase the dose. This is especially the case with the shorter-acting drugs like Xanax, which are also abused as street drugs. The medications can be difficult to stop, too. Withdrawal symptoms can include a surge in anxiety, tremors and, in some cases, seizures. The medications can be particularly dangerous for older adults: In seniors, their use is associated with falls and cognitive problems. Because benzodiazepines can reduce the body’s drive to breathe, overdoses can be deadly. That is especially true when they are combined with alcohol and opioids. Overdose deaths involving benzodiazepines more than quadrupled between 1999 and 2013, according to a study published in 2016 in the American Journal of Public Health. People can also develop a psychological dependence, says Beth Salcedo, a psychiatrist in Washington, D.C., and the past president of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. “If you have a boatload of Xanax, and you are slightly anxious, and you take one, you feel better. Next time you are anxious, instead of taking care of what is making you anxious, you’re much more likely to reach for the Xanax,” she says. “It can very quickly become a habit.” Dr. Salcedo recommends taking other steps to address anxiety, including “exercising, eating well, avoiding alcohol and making sure we surround ourselves with our social support as much as possible.” If anxiety is interfering with work or relationships, she advises turning to the most evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, which are cognitive behavioral therapy, a type of talk therapy, and antidepressant medications like Lexapro and Prozac. Since it can take several weeks for the effects of antidepressant medication or therapy to kick in, some doctors will use benzodiazepines briefly in the beginning of treatment to provide patients with immediate relief. Doctors have some of the same concerns with common sleep medications like Ambien and Lunesta as they do with the benzodiazepines, particularly when taken long term: They can be dangerous when combined with alcohol, and there are worries they can be addictive and abused. The drugs also come with side effects like daytime drowsiness, sometimes called the hangover effect. For chronic sleep problems, experts recommend first trying cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, known as CBT-I. It typically includes “sleep restriction,” or limiting the amount of time people spend in bed when they are unable to sleep, and “stimulus control,” which means keeping the bedroom dedicated to sleep. “Changing behavior is usually a healthier approach,” says Dr. Potash. “It is pretty much all upside and very little downside.” |
| The Best Way to Store Lettuce to Keep It Fresh and Crisp One of the keys to making a good salad is ensuring that your lettuce is fresh and crisp. Nothing makes for a disappointing salad like a plateful of limp, wilted greens. Moisture and Air There are two things salad greens need to stay crisp: moisture and air. Many people think that the best way to keep lettuce crisp is to seal it up in a bag with all the air squeezed out, even to the point of inserting a straw into the bag to suck out every last molecule of air before sealing it shut. But removing the air is exactly the opposite of what lettuce needs. Lettuce actually needs a good amount of airflow, in addition to a bit of moisture, in order to stay crisp. That's why restaurants store their lettuce in special perforated bins that allow for air circulation while it's held in the fridge. Removing the air does help prevent oxidation, which is what causes lettuce to turn brown but has nothing to do with lettuce staying crisp. In any case, oxidation isn't something you should have to worry about as long as you buy fresh lettuce and use it within a few days. The Best Way to Keep Your Lettuce Crisp Trim off the end of the stem and separate the leaves. Fill up the sink (or a very large bowl) with cold water and submerge the leaves. Gently swish the leaves around in the water. Any grit will sink to the bottom of the sink. Remove the clean lettuce, or empty the bowl and repeat this step for especially dirty lettuce. Now you're going to want to dry the lettuce. The best way to do this is in a salad spinner. But don't cram the leaves into it. Cut them in half (or smaller) so that you don't bruise them trying to squeeze them in. Salad-spin until all the water has drained away. The leaves will still be slightly damp—that's what you want. Take the basket out of the salad spinner and cover the leaves with damp paper towels. Transfer the basket to the fridge. (You could use a large colander instead of the salad spinner basket.) You might want to set it on a plate or tray to catch any additional drainage, but don't use a bowl—remember, you want airflow. Once the greens have chilled for about 30 minutes, they'll be crisp and ready to use. But you can store your lettuce in the fridge this way for three to five days. Rewet the paper towels if they dry out. Squeeze out excess water—they only need to be damp, not soaking. Note that this technique is the exact opposite of the way mixed greens are sold. Mixed salad greens come either in a bag or in one of those plastic clamshell containers. Neither one of these storage methods allows for any airflow, which is why those types of greens turn limp so quickly after you buy them. It's also worth considering that bagged greens have been found to be the culprit in a number of outbreaks of food poisoning, so it's a good idea to wash them yourself anyway. Use It for Loose Greens, Too The good news is you can use the method described above for your bagged loose greens, too. Yes, usually those mixed greens have already been washed, but remember, it's the residual moisture from washing and then draining the greens, along with the wet paper towel, that helps keep them crisp and fresh, along with adequate airflow. With your greens fresh and crisp, you're ready to make a perfect green salad. For a little more flavor, you can add the perfect vinaigrette. |
Thank you for the video passing signs. I really appreciate that I've been trying for years to put those up. As you can see the tree is blocking it. I went over a week or so ago with a box in my car and cut down all the lower branches from the tree. I could not reach the top we need someone to come in and trim it. Thank you again Cheryl Hi Cheryl: Thanks so much for the heads up. I will send this info to Mohammad. He is so good and gets things like this done immediately. Have a great day. Donna |
Highland Springs Ranch & Inn | 123 Farm 10600 Highland Springs Ave Cherry Valley, CA 92223 951-845-1151 Our first Bloom Report of the year features one of the more fragrant varieties of lavender we grow, Lavender Munstead. This English varietal blooms a bit earlier than other varieties we grow so we’re able to recognize the beginning of our farm’s lavender season when we see these deep purple hues blooming in our fields. Open June 6-July 19, 2020 from 10 am-5 pm A Walk Through the Lavender Fields is a way for us to safely allow guests onto our farm during the lavender season. Advance reservations are required with tickets available online. The farm will be open in this manner on Wednesdays through Sundays from June 6th, 2020 through July 19th, 2020 with time slots available from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Groups will be limited to a maximum of 8 people and we ask that each group moves together to keep safe distances from other visitors. FAQS What is A Walk Through the Lavender Fields? A Walk Through the Lavender Fields is a way for us to safely allow guests onto our farm during the lavender season. Advance reservations are required with tickets available online. The farm will be open in this manner on Wednesdays through Sundays from June 6th, 2020 through July 19th, 2020 with time slots available from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Groups will be limited to a maximum of 8 people and we ask that each group moves together to keep safe distances from other visitors. What are the rules to observe while attending the event? Protective face masks are required for your protection and that of others. Guests without face coverings may be turned away with no refund provided. Household groups are limited to 8 people or fewer. Vehicles with more than 8 people will be turned away with no refund provided. Bring your own water as drinking water will not be available onsite. Stay 6 feet from employees and visitors not in your household. Guests are required to stay on the fixed course; all other paths are closed. All facilities including restrooms are closed. There are no refunds if you arrive 30 minutes past your scheduled time. However, if you cannot make your original date, please email us at info@hsresort.com with your name, order number and date you wish to come. We will re-book your date and resend your confirmation. If you don't have a computer please call the main number at (951) 845-1151 and leave us a message. Student and Senior ticket holders will be asked to verify age with ID at admissions. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Golf carts will not be allowed on any walking paths. Please keep in mind that we are a working farm, which means that the terrain will vary from gravel to dirt paths so the use of certain walking aids may be difficult. No picnicking. No outside alcohol or beverages. No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property. No natural features may be removed from our property, including rocks, pine cones, wood, flowers, etc. Please do not pick any fruits from our trees or plants from our gardens, including lavender. Is parking free? Where do we park? Parking is free with paid admission tickets for A Walk Through the Lavender Fields. Vehicles with more than 8 guests may be turned away with no refund provided. There will be parking available within walking distance to our lavender field. Street parking is not permitted. Street parking in surrounding neighborhoods is not allowed. What is your pet policy? We value all our guests with disabilities and we welcome service animals on our farm. Due to our property being certified organic and our philosophy to adhere and honor those rules, no pets other than ADA trained and harnessed service animals are allowed on the grounds. Service animals are as defined by https://www.ada. gov/regs2010/service_animal_qa.html. Are the grounds wheelchair accessible? The event is held outdoors on a grassy area with gravel paths and the fields are part of our working farm. As such, there are some areas that will be inaccessible to guests in wheelchairs. Do you accept walk-ins? We will not be taking any visitors who have not purchased their tickets in advance. We will be a cashless establishment during this time. What are the hours for your restaurant? The Lavender Menu will be available for pre-ordered (and made-to- order) food items from 10:30am to 5:00pm on Wednesdays through Sundays. The Lavender Menu will also be available for guests who wish to order food to take home and not walk through the fields. In case of rain what will be open or closed? A Walk Through the Lavender Fields takes place rain or shine. When does your lavender bloom? The main lavender varieties grown at 123 Farm are Provence (50%), Vera (40%) and Munstead (10%). The Provence and Vera typically begin to bloom in mid-June. The Munstead usually begins to bloom near the end of May. Certain lavender varieties in our sample lavender garden begin to bloom in May. |
| CRIME INSIDE OUR GATES VEHICLE BURGLARY. DISPOSITION: REPORT TAKEN. (THIS REPORT IS FROM RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE COMPLETED DISPATCHED (911) CALLS FOR SERVICE CALL LOG. INFORMATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.) TYPE: THEFT DATE: 05/25/2020 09:02 AM ADDRESS: 42000 BLOCK MAY PEN RD, BERMUDA DUNES, CA SOURCE: VIEW CASE NUMBER: C201460011 |
| Hello Donna, I hope you and your family are well and staying safe. Information for the BLOG In order to keep nearby residents informed of potential odors originating from the Salton Sea, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has developed an email notification system that anyone can register for. Those who sign up will receive email alerts when Hydrogen Sulfide (the element that causes the lake's sulfuric smell) levels reach 30 ppb (parts per billion) and odor is likely. To sign up for alerts, visit SaltonSeaOdor.org and enter your email address. Kimberly McKinney kamckinn@gmail.com 949-280-4710 Hello Kimberly: Nice to hear from you. And...thanks so much for the Salton Sea Information. I am sure everyone will be pleased to find out what is smelling. Donna |
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| Do this to help your plants through a heatwave... Desert dwellers are no stranger to 100+ temperatures. But, when they head toward 110 (or over), we call that a 'heatwave'. And it's during these times that you plants can use a little extra help. They can use an extra drink of water. I was sharing this tip in my live membership Q&A session earlier this week and wanted to share it with you too. So, what you need to do is turn on your irrigation to water your plants in the evening, once the sun has gone down. This is in addition to your regular watering schedule. What you are doing, is giving them an 'extra' drink of water to help them get through the excessive heat. You want to give them a deep drink of water so I would turn on your water for at least 1 an hour. This will allows the water to permeate deeply, which fosters deep root growth where the soil is cooler and stays moister longer. The time you do this watering is important too. Don't water in the middle of the day when your plants are dealing with the stress of the heat. Instead, water in the evening with the sun goes down. *You only need to do this deep watering once for every heatwave period, which typically last 3-4 days at a time. Your plants will thank you for their extra drink of water. :-) Stay cool! Noelle - AZ Plant Lady |
