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To Recycle or Trash?
It’s time for Cable One Movie Night in Meridian at Settler’s Park. Bring your chairs, blankets, and snacks and enjoy a free family- friendly movie on the huge inflatable screen in Settler’s Park. The movie begins at dusk each Friday from June 5th through August 28th. This month’s movies are:
There are many times that the trash dumpsters are overflowing with trash, yet the dumpsters have many items in them that should be recycled. This is not only to help our environment, but also to allow plenty of room for all of the items that DO belong in the trash. The following items are recyclable and should be placed in the recycling dumpster, not the trash: Cardboard boxes - This means not only moving boxes, but also shoe boxes, cereal and cracker boxes and egg cartons – Please break these down flat and remove plastic (if they have it) prior to placing in the recycle bin. Aluminum and aerosol (empty) cans Glass bottles and jars Plastic bottles, jugs, and bags Soft cover catalogs, telephone books and newspapers Remember to never throw TV’s or computer monitors in the trash or recycling bins. These need to be disposed of at a local hazardous waste collection site, along with batteries, chemicals, old medications, and used oil.
June 2 – Tangled June 12th – Paddington June 19th – Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb June 26th – Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day For more information, visit www.meridiancity.org
Brisket with BBQ Sauce Personalize Your Space! When moving into an apartment, there are many ways to decorate your space, such as with family pictures, mirrors, and decorative art. But there is a way to decorate the blank walls to accentuate furniture or the windows that is inexpensive, fast, and easy to replace –wall vinyls. These vinyls come in not only contemporary, but traditional styles, allowing you to decorate your walls to suit your room’s theme or color scheme. Offered in hundreds of colors and images, there’s something for everyone, from famous or inspirational quotes to beautiful scenes or contemporary graphics. There are even chalkboard vinyls which are great for keeping track of your weekly plans. Water resistant vinyls are great for decorating in the kitchen or bathroom, and can even be placed on the mirrors or tiles. And since they are removable, when you get bored and want a change of decoration for the room, they simply peel off and can be replaced quickly and inexpensively – and no nail holes to fill. Check out www.wayfair.com, www.art.com, or www.allposters.com for ideas of how to bring a new look into your apartment home.
This brisket is sure to melt in your mouth and have everyone running for seconds. Ingredients: 4 lbs. lean beef brisket 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring 1 tablespoon onion salt 1 tablespoon granulated garlic 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar 1 cup ketchup 3 tablespoons butter ¼ cup water ½ teaspoon celery salt 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 ½ teaspoons mustard powder Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Pour liquid smoke over brisket. Rub with onion salt and garlic. Roll brisket in foil and refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Place brisket in a large roasting pan. Cover and bake for 5 to 6 hours. Remove from oven, cool, and then slice. Put slices back into the pan. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, butter, water, celery salt, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir and cook until boiling. Pour sauce over the meat slices in pan. Cover and bake one more hour. Serve. The perfect complement to this meal is a good serving of coleslaw and a dose of baked beans.
Gramercy Villas June Newsletter Manager Sue Dominiak
TIME TO GET GRILLING
Maintenance Nate McFain Eric Sallee
Summer time is grilling time! While there’s nothing better during the warmer months than walking away from the stove for the benefits of outdoor cooking, there are a few things to keep in mind when using a grill, especially in an apartment complex. Only gas grills are allowed – charcoal grills and outdoor turkey fryers are prohibited. Grills should be placed well away from the patio or balcony door and close to the railing and fire sprinkler located on the exterior wall of the patio or balcony. Keep the grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in the trays below the grills. Never leave the grill unattended. Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before lighting it. Make certain that the grill is stable and level. Use insulated, flame retardant mitts, barbeque tongs and utensils when grilling. Store and secure propane tanks outside the apartment – unattached to the grill unit when not in use. Never store the propane tank under or near the grill. Turn off the fuel supply to the grill first, and then the burners when grilling is finished. Check the grill regularly for signs of wear and tear, especially hose cracks and leaks. Know where the fire extinguisher is in the building stairwell, and how to properly use it.
Porter Chase Borchardt Office Hours Monday – Friday 12 pm to 6 pm For after-hours emergencies, please call our office phone and follow the instructions below: -Press 0 for an emergency -Press 9 to repeat the menu
Don’t Miss Meridian Dairy Days located at the Meridian Speedway and Storey Park from June 15th and ending June 20th. Visit www.dairydays.org for schedules and information.
Father’s Day June 21, 2015 A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there, but rather a guiding light whose love shows us the way -unknown
Every year 20 – 30 people are injured in the approximate 600 grill fires that take place nationwide. Additionally, over $27 million dollars in property damage have been caused by these fires. Let’s play it safe this grilling season and enjoy the benefits of having a gas grill safely.
Reminder! With the warmer weather, more people are out and about. Please be cautious of pedestrians in the streets and drives around our property. Maximum speed in the parking lot areas should be 10 mph. ACPM Disaster Preparedness Being prepared is important, not only in a disaster or emergency, but also for things that can happen while away from home. With the warmer weather, many people are choosing to get outside and going camping or hiking. While this is certainly a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of Idaho, there are ways you can be prepared, should you get lost while hiking. Remember the word, STOP! S – Stay calm. If you panic, you will not think rationally. Take slow deep breaths and try to retrace your steps. If you are 100% certain you can’t retrace your steps to where you came from, stay where you are and stop walking. Sit down, drink some water and think things over, staying calm and positive. T – Think. Now that you are calm, take time to look around and think about how you got to where you are and how to get back. Walking around isn’t good because it will waste your energy and can confuse you further. O - Observe. If you have a map, get it out and start looking for landmarks. Do you recognize any specific plants, trees or rocks that were unique while hiking in? P – Plan. Prioritize your needs. Eat and rest if you need to. If you decide to leave your spot for any reason, make certain to mark your way with piles of sticks or rocks or strips of cloth. No food or bread crumbs (think Hansel and Gretel). People will come looking for you, which is why it is crucial to always let people know where you are going and to not hike alone. It’s a good idea to carry a whistle with you so that you can blow it to be heard by those searching. While this may seem silly, you’ll be thankful you have one should you get lost Don’t leave the trail if you don’t have to. Pay close attention to land marks as you go. While this may seem silly, you’ll be thankful you have one should you get lost. The leading cause of death for lost hikers is dehydration, so be sure to carry water with you when you go hiking and have some extra along for good measure. No one plans to get lost, however, by being prepared and knowing what to do, you can help yourself should you become lost.