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s they say, “Don’t believe everything you read on the internet.” I realize everyone doesn’t have a Twitter or Facebook account, but many do. I occasionally check in on social media and have noticed there seems to be wide divergence of opinions. I respect individuals’ rights to express their opinions and will not criticize them for doing so. People are not perfect and that includes public servants.

All you have to do is look at me to confirm that. Although no one is perfect, those you have elected to keep North Ogden a great place to live expect be held accountable for their decisions. However, I would ask that you trust that our motivation as your current City Council is to do the right thing. It takes courage to make the tough decisions and every decision will not work out as planned.

Every organization faces challenges that can only be solved by seeking innovative solutions. If we don’t deprioritize perfection people will not think out of the box for fear of failure. If we truly want to be “One North Ogden” it’s important that we are willing to take some risks and work together to improve the quality of our community.

"I would ask that you trust that our motivation as your current City Council is to do the right thing."

Speaking of decisions that that didn’t quite work out, I want to update you on the status of the garbage trucks that were leased to try and save the city money. Many of the staff worked hard to make things work and I am proud of those who had the courage to try something different. When it became obvious that quality service could not be provided, due to unanticipated circumstances, the decision was made to reengage Republic Services. Two of the three trucks that were leased by the city to collect trash have been returned. The city is still seeking a buyer for the third truck. We did take a small loss on the trucks we turned back. Some have asked if this transaction would affect their property taxes? The answer to that question is no as the solid waste department is a separate fund.

Conrad Hilton said, “Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” Your City Council and staff will continue to keep moving and we will learn from our mistakes. We will not quit in our quest to better serve you and to become “One North Ogden.” You may not be able to believe social media, but you can believe this! Although we are not perfect we will do our best to be courageous, avoid serious mistakes and make long-term decisions that will enhance our quality of life. Have a great September!

Mayor Berube

Stay connected! www.northogdencity.com The City's website has information on every department in the City.

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SEPTEMBER The Connection Publishing Team Meet the people behind the pages of our magazines!

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Ryan Spelts Publisher/Owner Melissa Spelts Owner Rhett Long Sales VP Vy Trinh Sales Leadership

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CITY NEWS COMMUNITY Calendar of Events A Look Back Scouting Program in North Ogden WHS Safe Water Fountains

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City of North Ogden COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER

BY JON CALL, CITY MANAGER/ATTORNEY

Question: How are trees to be maintained along city roads?

Answer: The trees on public property, including streets,

are governed by North Ogden City Code 8-5-5. For these public trees located in the parking strip next to the curb of a street, it is the responsibility of the abutting property owner to properly trim the tree to keep all limbs nine feet above the curb and roadway. This helps to protect the snow plow truck windshields and mirrors from damage during the busy plowing season. At this time of year, we start seeing several new limbs and even some old limbs encroaching on the street right of way. Please check the trees on your property to make sure they are not overhanging the street in a way that interferes with vehicles. These trees between the sidewalk, curb, and gutter were installed by the neighboring property owner; this may have included the person you purchased your home from. The city allows for us to beautify the area between the sidewalk and curb, but the maintenance obligation also goes along with this permission to use city property. We are grateful for the pride each resident takes in their property and the attention to these little details to keep our roads safe.

If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city-related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.

Employee of the Month Colleen Phillips came to work parttime for North Ogden City in the administration department in July of 2017. She works closely with our business licensing and helping customers at the front counter. When COVID-19 shut down our office and many were working from home, Colleen came into work and helped keep the office running smoothly. She picked up the slack from the other employees who were not physically in the office. When one of the office employees retired, she took on some of those duties and also helped out in another department. Colleen is an efficient and outstanding employee. She is always willing to help in any way she can, is very easy to talk to, fun, happy, positive, and cheery.

We are very happy to know and work with Colleen.

Tree Trimming The Public Works Department, City Forester, and Code Enforcement Official would like to draw your attention to the trees in your yard and park strip that overhang the curb and ask that you trim those to a minimum height of nine feet (9’) above the curb so it does not overhang onto the roadway.

Beginning in October, city employees will be around the city trimming those trees that have not been trimmed. The trimming done by the city will be for functionality and may not be esthetically pleasing. Residents are asked to comply with the requested trimmings for the best results.

The green waste facility is open for the disposal of your trimmings on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pick up a punch pass at the Public Works Office during business hours. You cannot purchase passes at the facility. We greatly appreciate your cooperation.

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City Code 11-8D-5-A2: “Landscaping materials shall be contained so as not to spill into the public right of way.”

City Code 11-8D-5-A3: “…trees in the park strip shall have a minimum height of seven feet (7’) for the lowest branches of the tree when they extend above the curb or sidewalk.”

City Code 11-8D-5-A4: “Any damage to city property created by vegetation will be the responsibility of the property owner.”

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+ CITY NEWS

Green Waste Pick up The city has scheduled the Fall Green Waste Pick Up for September 28-October 2, 2020; collection will be on your regular garbage day. The volume of material may, however, delay collection a day or two.

The regulations mentioned below MUST be followed when placing material out for collection. All materials must be in boxes, bundled with string, or bagged. Bush clippings and small tree limbs must be bundled and no longer than five feet in length.

Weight limit is 75 pounds. Place materials in parkways, not in curb or waterways. This is a one-week event only. We will not be able to return for things not properly prepared.

THIS IS A GREEN WASTE CLEAN UP ONLY. The compost facility is open at no cost September 28-October 3, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in addition to the regular hours on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

If you have questions whether or not your items will be accepted, contact Brian Galvez at 782-8111 or via email at bgalvez@nogden.org

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Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, City Engineer, at 801-782-8111. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.

Questions, comments, accolades?

Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see community contacts, right, for information.

Key Community Contacts Mayor: Neal Berube: 801-686-0688 nberube@nogden.org Council Members: Cheryl Stoker: 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987 cekstrom@nogden.org

City Council Meetings The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month starting at 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Check www.northogdencity.com for changes.

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City Manager/ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org

801-737-9846 Senior Center: 801-782-6211

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September Calendar of Events SCHOOL EVENTS Orion Jr High Regular Dismissal @ 1:50 p.m.

First and third Wed. Early out Dismissal @ 11:30 a.m.

Lomond View Elementary Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. Dismissal @ 2:30 p.m.

Wed. Dismissal @ 12:30 p.m.

Sep 14: Picture Day Bates Elementary Sep 11: Picture Day North Ogden Elementary Sep 25: Picture Day Green Acres Elementary Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. Dismissal @ 2:30 p.m.

Wed. Dismissal @ 12:30 p.m.

Sep 18: Picture Day

LIBRARY EVENTS September is Library Card Sign Up Month There is nothing more empowering than getting your own library card. It gives you access to books, materials, resources, and services to pursue your passions and dreams. Celebrate this September by getting your very own––visit weberpl.org or your nearest Weber County Library location to get started.

Weber Reads: Telling Our Stories Weber Reads is a community-wide reading initiative hosted annually by the Wasatch Range Writing Project and Weber County Library. This year, explore the rich world of memoir and personal storytelling with select titles. Beginning in September, lesson plans, activities, and reading recommendations will be available at weberpl.org.

Video Programs Watch library-produced video storytimes and other activities. Videos are posted weekly on Weber County Library’s Facebook page and weberpl.org.

Fiction Fix Learn about new releases, book discussions, and reading suggestions for adults.

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teens from Weber County Library staff.

STEAM Stream Explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) concepts with activities that can be done at home.

Silly Storytime Stories and songs for preschool-aged children.

Spanish Storytime Stories and songs for the whole family, presented in Spanish.

Storytime for Littles Stories and songs for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.

Sep 19: Family Trivia Night @ 4 p.m.

Answer literary questions for a chance to win a prize. Registration, an Internet connection, and a Zoom-capable device are required. To sign up, call 801-337-2660.

Wednesdays & Thursdays: Dungeons & Dragons 6 p.m. Ages 12-18. Play a library-hosted Dungeons & Dragons session via Zoom. Registration, an Internet connection, and a Zoom-capable device are required. To sign up, call 801-3372660. eTEAM for Adults Beginner instruction is offered on Microsoft Word, email, Internet use, resumes, and eMedia. To sign up for one-on-one 30-minute sessions from the eTEAM (24 hours’ notice required), call the location nearest you. Masks and social distancing are required for all appointments.

Sep 9: Craft at Home: Fabric Pumpkins 1 p.m. Watch the instructional video on Weber County Library’s Facebook page or at weberpl.org. Learn how to make fabric pumpkins using just four supplies. Pick up a free craft kit at your library location while supplies last.

Zoom Book Discussion Ages 18 and up. Limited free copies of the book will be available; ask your librarian how to sign up or call to register.

Book discussions will be held via Zoom.

The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman Tue., Sep 1, 7 p.m. | North Branch | Register: 801-337-2650 A man returns home for a funeral when memories of an adventure, monsters, friendship, and sacrifice resurface

unexpectedly. At the farm at the end of the lane lives and extraordinary family.

On their land is a pond they claim is an ocean; and, through this mysterious place, come strange, wonderful, and terrifying things.

For more information, visit weberpl.org

FUN THINGS TO DO Sep 4: Historic 25th Street Car & Motorcycle Show @ Wall Ave. to Washington Blvd. 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Online registration will close Friday Aug 28.

Sep 5: Ballet West II: Snow White @ Austad Auditorium 2 p.m.

Sep 12: Holi Festival of Colors @ West Stadium Park 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sep 15 - 20: Alice in Quiltland - QuiltFest 2020 @ Davis Conference Center all day Sep 16: WSU Women’s Soccer @ Weber State vs UVU 6 p.m.

Sep 19: Up for Down Syndrome Century Ride @ Pioneer Park in Kaysville, 7 a.m.

Choose to ride 100, 75, 50, or 25 miles; Rider entry fee: $75. Visit the website for more info https://www.udsf.org/eventsnews/up-for-down-syndrome-centuryride.html | Harvest Moon Celebration - family friendly activities & live music. @ Ogden downtown 25th Street 12 p.m. 8 p.m.

Sep 26: Ogden Marathon - Rescheduled @ Ogden City Amphitheater @ 7 a.m.

Stay connected with the Ogden Nature Center Virtually. On their Facebook page, they post their Wild Wednesdays discussions.

CITY EVENTS City council meetings are typically the first, second, and third Tuesdays of every month at 6 p.m.

Sep 2: Planning Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m.

Sep 16: Planning Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m.

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Founding Families of North Ogden

THE SHAWS

picked fruit every summer and remembers clapping her hands to scare away the rattlesnakes along Clarence Barker’s strawberry patch.

Elijah and Martha Shaw

BY TAMI L. JOHNSON

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ilford and Lucille Shaw joyfully welcomed another baby girl, LaVern, into the world on August 21, 1935.

An older sister, LouJean, and two younger brothers, Jerald and Marvin, completed the family. When she was six years old, LaVern moved from her grandfather’s farm on Elberta Dr., in North Ogden, to Fruitland Dr. The Shaw family’s little four-room frame house, including two bedrooms, a front room, and kitchen, moved too! After digging a foundation into the ground, the house was placed on top and later built around as the years went by.

When LaVern was eight years old, she had a peculiar thing happen. She began fainting regularly at school and home. Her third grade teacher, Veda Berrett, wouldn’t allow LaVern come to school until her parents could figure out what was causing the fainting spells. But what was the cause?

Wilford and Lucille took their daughter to the doctor to see what could be done. Turns out LaVern’s long, thick hair (which she wore in two braids) was taking all her strength. The doctor took a pair of scissors and, right there, snipped those two braids to LaVern’s shoulders. With a new hairdo, new glasses, and cod liver oil pills, there was no more fainting for this young girl.

If you go to the North Ogden Historical Museum, you’ll find LaVern’s childhood braids, with their original red ribbons, on display. Incidentally, LaVern is also one of the four founding members of the North Ogden Historical Museum.

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As she grew, LaVern met and married Calvin W. Cottrell.

They received word that Calvin was going to serve a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Great Lakes area after having only been married for 18 months. This covered states such as Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky. A year and a half into his mission, Calvin became a traveling elder which meant he needed a car. So, LaVern drove with two of her girlfriends to drop the car off for Calvin. What a joy to see him! We would like to acknowledge that LaVern’s husband, Calvin, has a ball park in North Ogden named after him called, “Spackman-Cottrell Memorial Park” because of Calvin’s great love of baseball.

LaVern’s great-great Grandfather Elijah Shaw II and his wife, Martha Thomas, came to settle in North Ogden after traveling with the John Wood Pioneer Company (consisting of only 17 members) in 1853. Prior to marrying Elijah, Martha was a widow. Her first husband died in Nauvoo leaving her alone with two young girls. As time went by, their family grew to nine children, with one of them being Elijah Shaw III, LaVern’s great grandfather.

Elijah Shaw II and Martha built their first home, a two-room log house located on Alvord Lane (now 2550 North) in North Ogden in 1859. They didn’t stay in the home very long until they built a bigger home, complete with a dance hall upstairs. Dancing was a wonderful pastime!

LaVern Shaw Cottrell is one of the four founding members of the North Ogden Historical Museum

Elijah II was a convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as was Martha. He was also a farmer, and when he died, he gave each of his sons a farm and his daughters he gave enough money to equal a farm.

If you’re curious, go take a look at Elijah II and Martha Shaw’s home, nestled in the trees behind Lomond View Nursery. You can’t miss the large yellow brick house with all its charm.

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PREPARED. FOR LIFE. Scouting Program in North Ogden

BY RYAN SPELTS

When The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints announced in 2017 that they would discontinue their relationship with the Boy Scouts of America, the scouting program lost a large group of sponsored charters. While scouting is no longer offered to Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints members, the program is still a great resource for teaching youth ages 11-17. Many members of the LDS Church have the misconception that the church no longer wants members to be part of scouting. This is not true. The church has stated that they will no longer sponsor scouting, and they would focus on an internal worldwide youth program, but they still want scouting programs to continue and succeed. This sentiment is expressed in this quote from the church’s website: “While the Church's will no longer be a chartered partner of BSA or sponsor Scouting units after December 31, 2019, it continues to support the goals and values reflected in the Scout Oath and Scout Law and expresses its profound desire for Scouting’s continuing and growing success in the years ahead.”

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, you may not have noticed the change if there is an active troop at your place of worship. If you don’t have a church or you have wondered where to find a troop for your child now that they are not offered at LDS churches, this article is a great place to start. The

scouting program is on the rise again, and they are looking to immediately grow into North Ogden and Pleasant View areas. Both boys and girls, ages 11-17, are able to be part of the troops. They also offer Cub Scouting for boys and girls in K-5 grades.

Local Scout troops are a great way for the youth to learn and grow in outdoor skills and community involvement while having fun with peers. I am an Eagle Scout and am grateful for the training I received in my youth from the scouting program.

North Ogden doesn’t currently have a scout troop; our nearest troop is in Farr West. Scouting BSA is looking for adult volunteers and youth participants to fill a much-needed North Ogden troop. If you want to be involved in scouting, please contact the Crossroads of the West Council to volunteer. If you have a child who would benefit from scouting, the more the merrier.

If you are a part of a civic organization or business leader, a great way for you to contribute to scouting is to sponsor charters for packs/troops. This practice is a great way for business owners to show support and help develop community

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Scouting BSA is looking for volunteers and participants to form a North Ogden Troop!

For more information, you can reach the scouting office at 801-479-5460, contact local Scouting representative Jake Bangerter at 801857-7649 or jacob. bangerter@scouting. org, or visit www. utahscouts.org.

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Weber High needs your help for safe water fountains

BY MARIA JOHNSON -WEBER HIGH PTSA PRESIDENT & CHRIS EARNEST- WEBER HIGH PRINCIPAL

Dear Friends of Weber High, The past six months have been crazy! Our students are excited to come back to the halls of Weber; however, some things...some things inside our schools will look different than when students left in March.

In our attempts to increase safety for all our students to protect their health, Weber High has had to shut down their normal drinking fountains. The administration wants to install eight new drinking fountains that include bottle-filling stations so that students have access to water at school and, at the same time protect their safety.

Weber High is funding two bottle-filling stations, but the school has asked the PTSA to help raise funds to install SIX additional stations. We are reaching out to friends, family, and members of our North Ogden, Pleasant View, and Harrisville communities to assist in this fundraising effort. Our goal is to raise $8,760!!!

We are asking for donations of all sizes. If you are a business or individual who donates $100 or more, we will include your logo on a banner honoring our generous donors to Weber High.

Thank you for supporting our fundraiser. We are committed to helping protect all our students at Weber High.

• If you have any questions, please email us at weberhighptsa@gmail.com.

3 WAYS TO DONATE! Pay by check

Make checks payable to Weber High PTSA and mail to: Weber High PTSA 430 West Weber High Drive Pleasant View, UT 84414

Pay with PayPal

Donations can be made via PayPal to weberhighptsa@gmail.com.

THE GOAL: $8,760 for EIGHT new water fountains with bottle filling stations

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Barker Park Expansion

BY HAILEY MINTON

ONE NORTH OGDEN RESIDENT WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE COMMUNITY PULL TOGETHER TO HELP DEVELOP A LARGE LOT OF LAND PURCHASED IN 2002 BY THE CITY.

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Blake Cevering invites the community to lend a hand to develop Barker Park. The land was purchased by the city in 2002 and the plan to develop the area into the park was going to cost around $10 to $12 million. The plan includes basketball courts, splash pads, boweries, playgrounds, community gardens, pickle ball courts, sand volleyball courts, a tree house structure, lacrosse field, concrete walking paths, a ropes course, sculpture gardens, an American Disabilities Act playground and more. It will require a lot of labor and money invested to make the plan happen. “The city has always wanted to get it done,” said Cevering, “but it is such a large investment of money.“ With so many other needs in the city, it was easy to let this project stay on the shelf. On the North Ogden City website, it says the development of the rest of the park will take place after the amphitheater is completed. Well North Ogden, we have arrived at that point so the park is ready for the next step! “Once completed, Barker Park will be one of the largest and best family parks in Northern Utah!” says the website.

An arial view of the land designated for the park that is currently being leased as agriculture land.

The area that is designated for the park is north of the amphitheater and is currently leased for agriculture. Cevering’s goal is to get grass and sprinklers put in on the 38 acres of Barker Park land. Cevering took it upon himself as a private citizen (not as a council member) to create a foundation aimed at developing the park. He has pledged part of the commissions they bring in through his real estate business. “We are going to make a 10 percent contribution of our professional fees for each transaction.” Cevering said they also have plans to do fundraisers and they are encouraging residents to donate what they can. The foundation is a 501 (c)(3) so all contributions are tax deductible.

Cevering also hopes community members will volunteer time and effort to develop the park. The city could save a lot on labor costs if residents volunteer their time to lay sod or contribute in other ways. He has seen churches built and other parks developed in this way. “We have two churches in North Ogden that were built by the citizens who lived here at the time.

It was a community effort.” One is the church on 2600 over toward Oaklawn, and the other is the church by North Ogden Junior High. He believes not only this can move things along with the park, but it can also be a great way to unify the community. “The mayor’s goal is “one North Ogden.” If we utilize the people in North Ogden, we can do it. I think it could be a real pull together opportunity. ” He also hopes contractors and other business owners will consider contributing their services.

He knows of a business that volunteered their time and resources to pour cement for a different park in the area. We have contractors in the area, and he thought it would be wonderful if someone was willing to donate and build a few boweries in the park or donate playground equipment.

“I have known the Barker family my entire life,” and Cevering hopes to honor them by making their former property an area the entire community can enjoy. “It just needs to be done.”

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CAN IT! Preserving Summer (just like Grandma did)

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Step 1: Gather the peaches

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Wipe the rim of the jar clean with a damp rag and put the lid and ring on.

My mom and grandmothers always had bottled peaches in their pantry. With peach orchards surrounding us, we live in the perfect place to have canned peaches in our pantries.

Elberta peaches are my favorite.

They are so sweet and delicious. There are many varieties of peaches, and some of those would be great to can as well. Ask your local farmer which varieties are best.

Step 2: Remove the skins This method is called blanching. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Dip the peaches in the hot water for 30 seconds to 1 minute. This loosens the skins so they will slip right off. Use a slotted spoon to lift out of the hot water and place in a bowl or sink of cold water.

Step 3: Fill jars After removing the skin and pit, slice up the peach and place in canning jars. Once your jar is full, add your sugar and water, leaving ½ inch of space at the top. Remove all air bubbles by sticking a spoon down to the bottom and lifting the peaches gently a few times. Air can get trapped where you can’t see it and needs to be removed.

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Step 5: Process Load your full, closed jars into a water canner with about 2 inches of water above the jar tops. Bring the water to a boil and let boil for 30 min.

Step 6: Finish Use a jar lifter to remove hot jars and place them on a towel. Then let them sit for 24 hours. You can tell if your jars are sealed by pressing down on the middle of the lid. If it pops, your jar didn’t seal. If you have jars that did not seal, place them in your fridge and eat them within the week. Sealed jars will last for at least 2 years.

HOME CANNING SAFETY: -Always start with clean jars -Boil the lid and ring before using -Work in a clean environment

+ RECIPES

Peach Salsa

crystalized later? Here are a few things you can do to prevent it and fix it when it does happen.

RECIPE BY ANN PARK, PHOTO BY KAIE PARK

Prevent: Make sure the fruit and liquid to sugar ratio is precise.

Crystals will form if there is more sugar than the fruit can hold.

Cook at a rapid boil. Follow the recipe precisely and don’t over cook. Sometimes crystals will form on the sides of the pot as you cook the jam. Before you fill the jar, take a damp cloth and wipe the sides of the pot to prevent sugar crystals from sneaking in.

Cooking Jellies or jams in a single batch will increase your chances of it turning out great!

7 cups peaches, chopped 7 cups tomatoes, chopped 3 onions, diced 1 ½ cups bell peppers, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ bunch cilantro, chopped 3 limes, juiced 1 cup vinegar 2 tsp salt 4 jalapenos with seeds Other hot peppers (to taste) ¼ cup instant clear jell (for thickening 200 degrees and above) ¼ cup sugar Add all ingredients (except sugar and clear jell) to a large pot and bring to a boil. Mix clear jell into sugar, and add the mixture gradually into the salsa. Stir carefully and add it slowly so you don’t get lumps. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stir every few minutes and make sure not to burn! Fill clean pint jars, leaving about half an inch of headspace. Prepare lids and rings according to directions and put lids on jars. Process in hot water bath for 15 minutes for pints, 30 minutes for quart jars.

Hot water bath canning instructions: place lids on jars and put into canning kettle. The jars should be completely covered with water. Bring the pot to a boil and begin timing when the pot boils.

Remove the jars carefully and let them cool for 24 hours. Check to make sure each jar is sealed. Store in cool dark place.

Apricot Freezer Jam RECIPE & PHOTO BY HAILEY MINTON

Fix: Low, even heating melts the crystals. That being said, you can use the stove or a microwave to melt the jam back into shape. The dishwasher is a great option as well! Just make sure the lids are on TIGHT and put your jars of jam in the dishwasher for a cycle.

Stewed Tomatoes RECIPE & PHOTO BY MELISSA SPELTS

This is my favorite thing to bottle and have in our pantry. It is so easy to just pull out a jar of the stewed tomatoes, purée them (mix in a blender or food processor), add some seasoning, and you will have the perfect tomato soup in which to dip a grill cheese sandwich or some crackers. You can add a jar of these to your favorite spaghetti sauce or taco soup. I love how versatile they are.

20 tomatoes 1 to 2 stalks celery (chopped) 1 yellow onion (diced) To prepare the tomatoes Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully drop whole tomatoes in the boiling water for 1 minute. Immediately remove and place in an ice bath. As soon as they are cool enough to handle, pull skins off with your hands. Core and cut into large chunks.

4 cups apricots, finely chopped (approximately 2 1/2 lb.)

2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3 cups sugar 1 box of Sure Jell Premium Fruit Pectin 1 cup water

Stew Tomatoes and Vegetables Add tomatoes, celery, and onions to a pot and boil for 10 minutes.

Wash and rinse containers that hold around 1 to 2 cups. Wash apricots, discard the pits, and finely chop them. Do not peel them.

Combine the exact measurements of apricots and lemon juice in a bowl and set to the side. Measure the exact amount of sugar and add to a large saucepan. Mix in 1 box of Sure Jell with the sugar.

Stir in 1 cup water and bring the mixture to boil on medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for one minute. Stir in the apricot and lemon juice mixture quickly. Stir 1 minute or until thoroughly mixed

Using a funnel, ladle the stewed tomatoes into warm jars. Leave a half inch of space above the tomatoes in the jar.

Pour into prepared containers, leaving 1/2 inch space at the top for expansion during freezing.

Cover. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hrs until set before moving to the freezer or fridge.

In another pot, boil water and put canning lids and rings in to sterilize. I put the glass jars in the dish washer and pull them out when they are still hot.

Precision is essential when you make jam!

Wipe the rim of the jar clean with a damp rag. Add a warm lid, twisting the ring until just finger-tight.

Using a jar lifter, lower each jar into the your canning pot of water.

Once pot is full, make sure you have 2 inches of water above your jars. Make sure the water isn’t too hot so the jars do not shatter.

Bring the water to a boil and set your timer for 45 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the jars sit in the pot for 5 minutes.

As you pull your jars out, place on a towel and let sit for 24 hours.

Shelf life is 1 year, as long as the lid doesn’t pop.

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