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EDIBLE FLOWERS CAN TURN MEALS MAGICAL GARDENING TIPS FOR JUNE

YEAR ROUND GARDENING:

Edible flowers can turn meals

BY JANET FITZGERALD, COLORADO MASTER GARDENER

Flowers are the delight of gardeners.

Their beautiful colors, shapes and fragrances are the inspiration for gardening efforts by countless hobby horticulturists. But there is more to flowers than what meets the eye or the nose.

A culinary adventure just waiting in the garden, edible flowers are as flavorful as they are beautiful. Many flowers can be used to enhance the color, flavor and aroma of foods. They have been used in the culinary arts for flavor and garnish for hundreds of years, dating back to the Roman Empire.

Most edible flowers grow well in El Paso County’s bright sunshine. Many can be readily grown from seed in containers and raised beds for ease of harvest and the freshest taste. Harvest early in the day and use flowers when they’re at their peak. Avoid unopened blossoms (except daylilies) and wilted or faded flowers because they have a bitter taste.

Pick the flowers, rinse and place between damp paper towels. Refrigerate until ready to use. Some varieties may last longer if not washed until they are ready to use. Some flowers may be dehydrated and used like dried herbs.

Try adding flowers to vinegars and oils to preserve their flavor long after the flowering season is past.

Introduce yourself slowly to new flowers, while uncommon, these “new foods” may upset your stomach in large quantities, or cause an allergic reaction. For instance, ragweed sufferers may be allergic to chamomile.

Flowers can be used as garnishes to enhance the presentation and appearance of dishes. But these colorful edibles really bloom as flavor enhancers. Pansies and violas offer a slightly sweet flavor and add nice color to many dishes. Nasturtium flowers and marigold petals add a peppery flavor to salads. Yucca flowers are slightly bitter and have a hint of artichoke. Grape hyacinth actually tastes grapey.

It is critical to choose only flowers known to be edible. Some common garden plants with toxic flowers include clematis, crocus, Daphne, foxglove,

magical EDIBLE FLOWERS QUICK FACTS Proper identification of edible flowers is important.

Use flowers that are grown without pesticides.

For best flavor, use flowers at their peak.

Introduce new flowers into the diet slowly to be able to pinpoint allergic reactions.

Edible flowers also may be preserved in oils or vinegars.

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Most culinary herb flowers are edible, including mint, lavender, chives, basil, dill, cilantro, sage, thyme, marjoram, fennel and oregano. Rosemary flowers are edible, but don’t cook them.

Popular edible annual flowers include nasturtium, calendula, squash, radish, marigold, pansies and violets.

Perennial flowers recommended for the dinner table include dianthus, daylily, rose-of-Sharon, crabapple, apple and chrysanthemum.

Tulip, hollyhock and gladiola flowers are

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best used as a garnish or a vessel for dips or spreads.

Don’t consume flowers that have been sprayed with pesticides or fertilizer.

Flowers from florists and garden centers are not grown for consumption so eating those is not recommended. It is best to grow your own, or purchase ones grown for edible purposes.

Edible petals or entire flowers can be eaten, but remove stems, anthers and pistils because they may be bitter.

Also, use only flowers that are free of insects and diseases. Edible petals or

entire flowers can be eaten, but remove stems, anthers and pistils because they may be bitter.

A Colorado State University Extension fact sheet about edible flowers, which includes a list of recommended plants and their taste profile, is at extension. colostate.edu/topic-areas/yard-garden/ edible-flowers-7-237.

When you have horticultural questions, CSU Extension has research-based answers. Call the El Paso County Extension Lawn and Garden Help Desk at 520-7684. Or visit ask.extension.org.

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great variety of butterflies can be found in Colorado and your garden. They look for places with food plants to nurture the caterpillar stage, and adult butterflies will feed on nectar from flowers and plants. Butterflies are also attracted to plants and trees that create shelter from wind, rain and other elements.

When planning a butterfly garden, plant a large group of the same flowers to attract and keep the butterflies around. There are an abundance of great flowering shrubs, perennial flowers, annual flowers and trees that are suitable for this area. Select plants and trees that flower in different stages to offer a good supply of food and shelter to your butterflies.

Some flowering shrubs that are great for our area and your butterfly garden are: Butterfly bushes Potentilla Rabbit bush Lilacs Some flowering perennials that are great are: Asters Beebalm Gaillardia Verbenas Holly hocks Butterfly weed Phlox Some annual flowers will bloom all summer but will not come back for next spring and are great for nectar. Some of these varieties are: Cosmos Marigolds Vinnias Verbenas

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Finding balance IN T HE G A RDE N A ND T HE PL A NE T

BY JOAN MORRIS, THE MERCURY NEWS

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racticing permaculture to save the Earth is a big undertaking, but we can do our part by creating gardens built on the principals of diversity, stability and resilience.Contra Costa Master Gardener Marian Woodard says backyard gardeners focused on permaculture — a practice that seeks permanent cultural changes in how we interact with nature — can lead the way in the effort of bringing the planet back into balance.

Permaculture is a concept that looks beyond a single plant, garden or agricultural endeavor, and instead looks at the whole circle of life and what is needed to sustain it.

In backyard gardens, that means growing plants that help each other as well as feeding the gardener, and recycling water, eliminating waste and working with instead of against nature.

Here are her tips for creating a balanced garden.

Be clear about what you want your garden to be and do, and when making decisions ask yourself three questions. Is it good for the environment? Is it good for the people?

Can your reinvest the dividend? If the answer isn’t yes, rethink your garden plan.

Take a long walk in your garden, looking at it as if you’re seeing it for the first time.

Look at what is working and what isn’t.

Research the problems in your garden and the solutions.

Sketch out a plan noting the sectors and vectors — all the things that affect your garden, both positively and negatively. Sectors are the energies that move through and to your garden, such as wind, rain, sun and hardscape. Vectors are the negatives or restrictive

things. Think about how you can work with the sectors and mitigate or address the vectors.

Think about zones. The first zone would the area closest to your backdoor. In this zone, you would grow plants that need the most attention. The farther out, the less involvement is required.

Build plant guilds. These are plants that support other plants. For example, if you have an apple tree, think about what you can do to make sure the tree becomes the best it can be. It will need pollinators, so grow plants that will attract bees. It will need nutrients, so grow plants that will put down deep roots and bring up macronutrients in their leaves, which can then be mulched to feed the soil, and the tree, when they drop.

Look at ways to reuse and recycle the water coming onto your property.

Don’t rototill the soil. It destroys microbial life below the surface.

Compost and mulch with abandon.

Observe, correct and repeat. Don’t think of your garden as seasonal, but one that goes on year after year.

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We’ve been seeing a lot of insect damage on ornamental plants in the last couple of weeks. Now is the time to take action, before the plants are beyond help.

Ladybugs, Praying Mantises, and Lacewings are great predatory insects to set free in your garden to control the pest population.

Chemicals may sometimes be necessary to save your plants.

It’s time for your second lawn feeding. Use a fertilizer with iron for extra greening. Don’t skip this fertilization; your lawn needs the nutrients for the hot months coming up.

June is National Rose Month. Roses do wonderfully in our climate and

thrive when taken care of properly.

They don’t require much extra time! Talk with a rose expert at an independent garden center for guidance.

Haven’t started your gardens yet?

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urb appeal can go a long way toward making a home more attractive to its inhabitants as well as prospective buyers once the house is put on the market. Improving curb appeal is a goal for many homeowners, and while many projects aimed at making homes more aesthetically appealing can be costly, there are ways for cost-conscious homeowners to improve their properties without breaking the bank.

PUT YOUR GREEN THUMB TO USE.

A well-maintained landscape can dramatically improve a home’s curb

appeal. Pay attention to the plants, shrubs and trees throughout your property, watering them during periods of little rainfall and trimming them when necessary so your lawn does not look like an overgrown, neglected suburban jungle. Professional landscaping services can help you maintain your property, but even if your budget does not allow for such an expense, you can still make sure your landscape adds to your home’s appeal by keeping a watchful eye on the property and addressing any issues that arise.

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Maintain your lawn through the colder months of the year as well, making sure no one walks on the grass when frost has settled, as doing so can produce dead spots throughout the lawn.

REDO YOUR FRONT DOOR. While their eyes may initially be drawn to a well-manicured lawn, prospective buyers will eventually find their way to the front door. If your door is especially old, consider replacing it. If your budget does not allow for such an expense, you can still give your home’s front entrance an entirely new look by installing some inexpensive molding around the door before giving the door a fresh coat of paint. Molding around the front door can make an entrance more impressive, while a new coat of paint can make a home feel warmer and more vibrant.

PLANT FLOWERS. Another inexpensive way to make a home more appealing is to plant some colorful flowers around the property. Line walkways with flowers native to your region, as such plants will last longer than exotic alternatives that may not be capable of adapting to the local climate. In addition to lining walkways, hang window boxes filled with colorful flowers or plants outside naked

windows. Doing so can make windows seem larger and add some color to your home’s exterior. Another creative way to make use of colorful flowers is to place a few planters at the foot of your driveway and painting the numbers of your address on the planters. This can be both effortless and inexpensive, but it can instantly make a home more inviting to prospective buyers.

SPOTLIGHT CERTAIN PARTS OF YOUR PROPERTY. Many homeowners

focus on improving the curb appeal of their property during the daytime hours, but you can take steps to make a home more appealing at night as well. Solar spotlights placed around trees and other attractive features in your yard can shed light on those areas of your property you’re most proud of, even after the sun has gone down. Solar spotlights won’t add to your energy bill, as they are powered by the sun, and they can make certain accents on your property stand out at night. Improving curb appeal may sound like a significant undertaking, but there are many ways budgetconscious homeowners can make their home’s exterior more appealing without going broke.

Staking trees

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DO IT ONLY IF NEEDED, AND DO IT RIGHT

BY LEE REICH, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

To stake or not to stake?

Too many gardeners answer this question in the affirmative. Who doesn’t want to lend support to a wispy, young tree?

And there are situations when a tree can use some mechanical aid — but not as often as you might imagine. Even when staking is beneficial, it is usually so only for a relatively brief period of time.

STAKING CAN BE HARMFUL Staking a tree that does not need it can do more harm than good. The trunk’s natural movement helps bulk it up, strengthening it, and also stimulates root growth.

A staked tree might grow taller than its unstaked counterpart, but it will have a weaker trunk and sparser roots.

Incorrect staking can cause further problems. The tie could girdle the trunk or cause abrasion, and movement above the tie can make the trunk grow thicker there or cause the top of the tree to blow off.

Guy wires could trip you as you dash across your yard. And face it: Staking looks unnatural.

STAKING CAN BE BENEFICIAL When is staking beneficial? To protect the trunk, anchor the roots, and/or support the trunk.

Stakes circling a trunk, whether or not they are supporting it, can prevent “lawnmower-itis,” a common hazard to trees young and old. A minimum of three stakes near the trunk are needed for protection. (Likewise, a ring of mulch at the base of a tree protects the trunk by eliminating the need for a lawnmower to venture near it. Mulches also keep weeds or grass from competing with young trees for nutrients and water.)

A young tree needs its root ball held motionless in the soil until new roots grow. If the root ball moves when you move the trunk, staking is needed.

It’s also needed if the unsupported trunk flops down (the sign of a poorly grown nursery tree), or if the crown is so dense that wind will catch it and pull the tree up out of the ground.

CORRECT STAKING AND UNSTAKING Support for any young tree should let its top move freely and allow for some trunk movement, all without causing abrasion where the trunk is tied to the stake. A single tie — a bicycle inner tube works well — is usually sufficient and allows some trunk movement below it, lessening stress at that point and helping to strengthen the whole trunk.

Don’t restrain a tree more than two-thirds of the way up its trunk.

A single stake on the side of the prevailing wind may suffice for a small tree whose trunk is less than a couple of inches in diameter. For a larger tree, up to 4 inches in diameter, use two to three stakes. Still larger trunks could be supported by sturdy stakes, by three guy wires attached to low stakes or, where more anchorage is needed, to earth anchors buried or screwed into the ground.

When staking is necessary, the sooner the stake or stakes are removed, the sooner the plant can develop a strong trunk and root system. With most small trees, remove stakes after one year; larger trees might require stakes left in place for two years. There are exceptions: Certain dwarf apple trees, for example, require staking throughout their life.

Still, for most trees, a major hazard of staking is forgetting about it. Ties left in place might eventually girdle the trunk or delay its development.

So stake if necessary. Do it correctly. And remember to remove stakes.

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BY KIM COOK, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

There are lots of ways to make a big, bold statement when decorating. A daring paint color, audacious wallpaper, a substantial piece of furniture — these elements confidently proclaim, “Here I am!”

But decor that whispers is equally interesting. And in the season of long, sun-dappled days and mellow evenings, a gentler vibe might be just the thing.

In furniture and tabletop, look for materials that are lacy, translucent, opaque. Pieces off which, and through which, light can reflect. In soft furnishings, think about faux fur, summer-weight wool, cotton and chiffon. In all, the feeling is understated and relaxing.

New Yorker Lindsay Saccullo has her own interior design firm and also advises at Laurel & Wolf, the online home decorating site. She says that when going for a soft, light look, “don’t be afraid to go for ‘heavier’ forms. For example, the perfect mix could be a traditional coffee table, but made of Lucite.”

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designed the Melrose collection of Art Deco-inspired cocktail and side tables.

Polished stainless steel and acrylic legs support two slabs of glass, creating pieces that take up little space visually but pack a style wallop. (mgbwhome.com) Chinese designer Song Wen Zhong’s stackable Ava chair is a slim sliver of polymer, available in smoky, watery organic hues. (roche-bobois.com) “Since translucent/transparent furniture can feel ‘cold,’ don’t be afraid to warm it up with some textiles or upholstery,” advises Saccullo. She suggests cozy, faux-fur throws or small rugs as cushions for acrylic dining or office chairs. (laurelandwolf.com) Shaggy, soft Tibetan wool pillows and throws from Restoration Hardware also might do the job. And the retailer has alpaca boucle throws air-spun to create a light-as-feathers textile. (rhmodern.com) Soft Sherpa fleece covers PBTeen’s squishy Cloud loveseat, an option for small apartments and dens. (pbteen.com)

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The Key to Better Mosquito Control?

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Warmer weather is a cue from Mother Nature to start thinking about mosquitoes.

Their bites can potentially leave more than an annoying itch; and this year many Americans are taking notice.

In fact, nearly seven out of ten (68 percent) want to go a step beyond “just spraying their body,” including treating their deck areas or back yards, in order to combat mosquitoes, according to a recent survey by Westham Co., a global mosquito control product manufacturer.

To fully protect your family from mosquito bites this season, combine backyard smarts with scientifically-based mosquito control options. This one-two punch can eliminate breeding grounds and halt mosquitoes’ ability to bite, breed and annoy.

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Before mosquitoes settle in, make your backyard inhospitable to them.

Clear standing water. Some mosquitoes need as little as an inch of water to breed and survive. Look for hidden water traps such as tires, candles and dog bowls left in the yard.

“Get ahead of pesky mosquitoes this summer,” says Tom Kraeutler, home improvement expert and host of syndicated radio show “The Money Pit.”

Try Something New

More than half of Americans (55 percent) say current solutions, such as tiki torches, yard sprays and foggers don’t work. Most DIY options either repel mosquitoes or kill on contact. Mosquitoes can adapt to commonly used chemicals and some of these can destroy “good” yard bugs.

After a decade of research, science has broken the mold with a bait-and-kill approach. Mosquitoes need sugar from plants to fly, mate and bite. Attractive Targeted Sugar Bait (ATSB) is the first edible control to lure mosquitoes with a sugary bait and then kill them with a gut toxin they cannot detect – garlic. Multiple studies support that once exposed to ATSB, backyard mosquito populations reduce by

90 percent within a few weeks.

Consider getting ahead of mosquitoes with a non-toxic control that feeds them something they’ll die for, such as Terminix AllClear Mosquito BAIT & KILL, which is the only ready-to-use, DIY spray to employ ATSB technology. And while deadly for mosquitoes, its natural active ingredient is non-toxic, safe around people and pets, and is environmentally friendly.

“I like the idea of a long lasting bait-andkill approach that finally gives homeowners the power to kill mosquitoes before they can kill outdoor fun,” says Kraeutler. To learn more about the ATSB method of mosquito control, visit baitandkill.com.

Community Watch

Each year municipalities nationwide undertake efforts to control mosquitoes, but citizens can contribute by doing their part protecting their backyard and family.

Clean up trash quickly and promptly. Patch screens or close doors to keep mosquitoes from flying indoors, and report areas of infestations. With a few extra steps you can take back your backyard and make it a fun haven all summer long.

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Dear Amy: I have been “best friends” with a never-married woman for 25 years. She does not like to cook and, consequently, eats poorly.

My husband and I invite her to join us for a meal at least once a AMY week, if not more. We enjoy her DICKINSON company and I know she gets lonely.

She is very well-off financially, which brings me to my question: How can I stop feeling resentful that she never reciprocates by occasionally treating us to a meal out?

Not only does she never host or treat us, but she never even brings a bottle of wine to share when she dines at our house.

A couple of years ago she offered to pay for a steak dinner (that we had invited her to) at a restaurant. When the bill arrived, she gave my husband money for the steaks and we ended up paying the bar tab (she also drank).

I feel petty parsing our friendship in this way, but I’m starting to “keep score” and I don’t like that. — Hospitable to a Point Dear Hospitable: Feeding a friend more than once a week exceeds the average bounds of hospitality; it seems you have veered into territory that might be more like family than a typical host/ guest relationship.

There are multiple solutions that might help you mitigate your growing resentment.

You can talk to your friend and simply ask her to bring over a bottle of wine, a dessert or ingredients for her favorite meal. This only requires that you be brave enough to ask for what you want.

Assign a job — whether it is meal prep or cleaning up. This would engage her more in your effort (and might teach her some kitchen skills).

Cut in half the number of dinners you host for her (this should cut your resentment in half ).

Alternatively, you can simply choose to always be generous. Understand and accept that this is built in to your relationship with this person, and simply make a decision to feel good about it. Your generosity is something laudable about you, and so you should celebrate it.

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Send questions to askamy@tribune.com or to Ask Amy, Chicago Tribune, TT500, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611.

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DR. OZ AND DR. ROIZEN

Question: Everyone’s cheering about the new nutritional labeling for added sugars. But don’t we already have that? — George G., Marietta, Ohio

Answer: This new nutritional label will offer important information. But it isn’t initially taking effect until July 26, 2018; small manufacturers have until 2019. In the meantime, look on the ingredients label (the nutrition and ingredients labels are separate) for words like maltose, dextrose, sugar, high fructose corn syrup and about 100 others that indicate the food contains added sweeteners!

Once the changes come into effect, you’ll be able to see the more in-depth details on the nutrition label about sweeteners in packaged foods you buy.

And we bet you’ll be surprised by what you see!

Added sweeteners (both sugars and syrups) are found in 75 percent of packaged foods. Knowing how much of these dangerous ingredients are in your food can help you dodge bodywide inflammation and lessen your risk for everything from obesity and diabetes to heart disease, dementia, depression and a lousy sex life.

The new labels also will have more realistic serving sizes and give you a better idea of how many calories you’re likely to consume.

Will the new labels really make a difference?

A recent study shows that 48 percent of people read labels before they buy. That’s down from 65 percent when labels were first introduced. And 48 percent say they’re concerned with the healthfulness of the food they buy — down 13 percent from 2013. But we can’t stop trying to halt the obesity epidemic that’s threatening the country economically and physically! So read those labels and ingredients lists, dive into five to nine servings of fruit and veggies daily, and get walking, headed for 10,000 steps a day.

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Mehmet Oz, M.D., is host of “The Dr. Oz Show” and Mike Roizen, M.D., is chief wellness officer and chair of the Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Email your health and wellness questions to youdocsdaily@sharecare.com.

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Dear readers: It’s wedding and shower season! If you are going to a shower or two, think about a themed collection of gifts that will be unique and welcome.

Tailor the gift to the couple to HINTS make it thoughtful and special, FROM fun and useful. Style the theme HELOISE and make the gift fit the couple.

Here are some favorite hints: • Champagne bucket filled with a corkscrew, a cork retriever (it happens, they get pushed into the bottle!), Champagne bottle stopper and two special Champagne glasses.

• Toolbox with tools, picture hangers, a box of adhesive bandages and a bottle of aspirin.

• Foodie fun: Favorite recipes, quality kitchen gadgets, along with key ingredients.

• Gamers: Family-friendly board games, card games and books.

• Outdoor types: Small, useful items such as flashlights, water bottles and pocket knives.

I’ve compiled my best wedding hints in a handy pamphlet. To receive one, send a long, self-addressed, stamped (68 cents) envelope, along with $3, to: Heloise/Bridal, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, TX 78279-5001. You also can order via my website, Heloise.com. — Heloise Dear Heloise: Can you tell me ways to discourage my neighbor’s cat from using my yard to do his business? I shoo him away, and he climbs the fence back to his yard. Of course, he’s already gone in my yard. Is there anything I can sprinkle to deter him? — Frances G., Lake Park, Fla. Meow! This is an awkward situation. You don’t want to hurt the cat or have a strained relationship with your neighbor. This is tough, depending on how large your yard is, etc.

There are some homestyle hints you can try: You can spray (or pour) vinegar or sprinkle citrus peels (really any citrus smell, citronella, grapefruit, etc.). Your best bet really is a motion-activated sprinkler. When there is movement in the yard, the sprinkler comes on. As you know, cats HATE being sprayed! — Heloise —

Send hints via email to heloise@heloise.com or via post to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000.

TODAY’S HOROSCOPES BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS ARIES (March 21-April 19) Embrace change with open arms. You may have a chance to shine in a public venue. Unexpected news could shift your focus or alter a key relationship.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You could be a live wire that sets off a buzz wherever you go, so be seen where it counts. Take advantage of a chance to smooth out the rough spots with a family member.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Glean some fresh ideas and new techniques with an internet search. Letting go of the past leaves you more time to deal with the present and think about a better future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Don’t let careless overconfidence ruin an otherwise successful project. Spend wisely, and don’t throw your money away on extravagant items.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Leap headfirst into new adventures. With a more positive attitude, it is easy to become enthused by new ideas and willing to broaden your horizons.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Outings may bring some fun into your life. Pair up with a friend or lover for a hike in the park or a trip to the zoo. Try something out of the ordinary, unusual or daring.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Newly found acquaintances may seem glamorous and exciting. If you’re in the mood for pleasurable, relaxing pursuits, you will find plenty of companionship to make the day sweeter.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Being an influencer carries important responsibilities toward the people who look to you for inspiration and ideas.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) You may be forced by unusual or unexpected circumstances to make some sudden changes or to stretch your abilities a bit further.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Play mediator in an agreement and see to it that everyone is treated fairly. You may discover information that allows you to get the upper hand in a delicate situation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) A spur-of-the-moment idea can breathe fresh air into a stale relationship. Explore exotic places either by taking a day trip in the car, exploring the internet or reading a good book.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Be aware of shifting loyalties. In an effort to find your own independence, you may inadvertently sever a very valuable relationship.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY June 11 You may feel optimistic and as though you are rolling in the clover between now and the end of July. Your hard work and determination may pay off with increased recognition or improved circumstances in late August and early September, when your business acumen is at a peak. There is a possibility that you will be caught up in an impossible dream or question the loyalty of a key relationship in the time period that spans October through December.

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EVENTS Story Time with Puppets — 10 a.m., Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain, free. Reservations: 520-6745.

Car Races — 6 p.m., El Paso County Raceway, Calhan, $5-$12; bstracing.com/ el-paso-county-raceway.

Cari Dell Trio — 8 p.m., Benny’s Restaurant and Lounge, 517 W. Colorado Ave.; 634-9309.

“Circus of the Night” — Comedy, circus, cabaret and burlesque, 9 p.m., Millibo Art Theatre, 1626 S. Tejon St., $22; themat.org.

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BIRTHDAYS

It’s the end of the line for Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount) and his work on America’s first transcontinental railroad.

“Hell on Wheels” airs the first of its final seven episodes. 7 p.m., AMC.

Actor Gene Wilder is 83. Comedian Johnny Brown (“Laugh-In”) is 79. Singer Joey Dee of Joey Dee and the Starliters is 76. Actress Adrienne Barbeau (“Maude”) is 71. Drummer Frank Beard of ZZ Top is 67. Singer Donnie Van Zant of .38 Special and of Van Zant is 64. Actor Hugh Laurie is 57.

Talk-show host Dr. Mehmet Oz (“The Dr. Oz Show”) is 56. Singer Gioia Bruno of Expose is 53. Bassist Dan Lavery of Tonic is 50. Country singer Bruce Robison is 50.

Actor Peter Dinklage is 47. Bassist Smilin’ Jay McDowell (BR5-49) is 47. Bassist Tai Anderson of Third Day is 40. Actor Joshua Jackson is 38. Actor Shia LaBeouf is 30.

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As dealer, what call would you make?

Look for answers on Monday.

(Bob Jones welcomes readers’ responses sent in care of this newspaper or to Tribune Content Agency, LLC., 16650 Westgrove Dr., Suite 175, Addison, TX 75001.

E-mail responses may be sent to tcaeditors@tribune.com.)

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