TVT 8/26/24 The Valley Trader of Central Pennsylvania
Real Estate Auction & Contents
Thursday September 19
Starting @ 5PM * Real Estate @ 6:15PM Location: 1610
We will be selling contents and 1978 Ford Custom 100 Truck, Garden Cultivator, Metal Barrels, Ford Ertl Tractor, Card Board Barrels, Storage Totes, Scrap Metal, and then the real estate directly after contents. This will be a very short walk around contents auction so don’t be late. Hope to see everyone there!
Real Estate Consist of Approx. .74 Acres(Just Short of 3/4 acre) with large cement block Garage (approx. 28’x60’long with one large door in each end) and no other buildings, zoned commercial but in a residential area, electric service, no water or no sewer. Located in Union County and White Deer Township and Milton School District. Don’t miss out on this great property Check Auctionzip. com seller #4038 for pictures and more info.
Real Estate Terms: No Buyer’s Premium, $10,000 Down Payment Day of Auction Balance in 60 Days or sooner. Owner Has the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Perspective buyer’s have the right to have any property inspections done at buyer’s cost prior to auction day.
Call Dan Voneida for a personal tour of this great piece of real estate 570-447-6480
Voneida’s Auction Service
Auctioneer: Dan Voneida #AU0004059 723 Petersburg Road, Allenwood, Pa 17810
CLASSIFIED TESTIMONIAL
I love The Valley Trader!!! I have been able to sell so many things through this little paper!! People call me from all over. Last week I received a call from Hawaii about one of my ads. LT
Firearms & Acc. - 26
Antiques - 2
ground driven, $350.00. 570-538-5422. 8/26
Ten Point Cross Bow with Red Dot Scope, Quiver & 6 olts, very good condition, $500; Savage V-24, 22/410, great shape, $525. 570-5463091. 9/2
Help Wanted - 28
8/26
Antiques: Large Metal Trunk, $650.00; Marble top Side Table, $150.00; Call or Text 570-452-7888. 9/2
Autos/Trucks - 07 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage 4x4, V8, auto, A/C, ext. Cab Short Box. Asking $7,000. Ron 570-568-0058. 9/2
1992 Chrysler Lebaron Convertible, 91,000 mi, 6 cyl, auto, A/C, full Power Tilt, new battery, Top, Manuals, Trophy inspected, $4,895.00. 570-884-3408. 8/26
2006 Suzuki Bergman 650, good condition, 12,600 miles, silver with passenger backrest. 717-571-7461.
Asking $2,400. 9/2
53 Vehicles 1948 & up. $1,000 to $5,000 or less. Too sick for hobby. 570538-3464. 9/16
Farm & Garden - 23
3’ x 6’ Manure Spreader,
WANTED: Part Time Driver for trash truck, Danville/Bloomsburg Area. 470-594-6780. 8/26
Experienced Sales Person to handle our Montour & Columbia Co. area. Very good commission structure. Send resume to The Valley Trader, Sales Position, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Sales Rep Wanted: Expanding sales force in Lycoming & Clinton Cos. Sales experience necessary. Must have car & valid Driver’s License. Territory & account list provided. Send resume to: The Valley Trader, Sales Dept., PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837 or email to: thevalleytrader@ yahoo.com
Help Wanted: Part time Graphic Designer position. 24-35 hrs. over 2 wks, but mostly on week 2. Must be able to work in a high speed environment. Be literally your own boss, but work easily with others. This may lead to a full-time position in the future. Send resume & portfolio to: The Valley Trader, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, Pa 17837 or email: the valleytrader@ yahoo.com
Household/Furniture - 30
Quadra Fire Wood Pellet Stove 19,000, 34,400 BTU, used 2 seasons, ivory color. $1500. Firm. Call Ron & leave message 570-5680058. 9/2
Heavy Cast Iron Tub with 3 way surrounding Bathroom Kit, white, good Antique Coal Parlor Stove, black & chrome, works good, $150; Hot Air Stoker, good condition, $550. 570-541-2966. 8/26
Miscellaneous - 35
Oscillator tool, palm sander, up to 18 gauge finish nailer, jigsaw, 1/4 inch drive impact & laser level. All for $300. or can be sold separately. 570-316-1533.
Camping Items: tent, chair, ground pads, 2 hammocks, $35.00 for all; Frigidaire Air Conditioner, 6500 BTU, Energy Star, $70.00; Ladies clothes, name brands, L, XL, 1X, 2X, $2.00 each; Diaper Genie w/refills, $15.00. 570-275-5640. 9/2
Tracfone $19.99; Activation Card $20.00, Both for $30.00 OBO; Two $25.00 Itunes Gift Cards, Both for $40.00 OBO. 570-2842088. 8/26
Motor Homes/Campers - 36
1995 Chariot Park
Model Camper, furnished, 34’x12’, w/loft, computer or office room, sunken BR, tinted living room window, furnished 8’x34’ porch sunscreen, 10’x20’ carport, 10’x20’ new shed. Make offer. 570-966-6220. ufn Pets - 40
FREE RABBIT needs a home. 570-373-1876. 9/2 Wanted To Buy - 50 Wanted to buy: 1963 Williamsport High School Yearbook. 570-419-1077. 8/26
Announcements
God’s Awesome Creation will be the subject of September’s Sunday Afternoon Conversations at the Himmelreich Library from 2:00-3:15 pm in Lewisburg each Sunday. The topics will include evolutionary scientists who now reject evolution, The Incredible DNA Molecule in all living things, how Science affirms the Bible, Dinosaurs and the Bible, and the Global Flood. Discussions will be led by board members of the Central Pennsylvania Creation Fellowship. A question and answer session will follow the presentations and light refreshnents will be offered. The meetings are free and open to the public. The Himmelreich Library is located at 18 Market Street in Lewisburg. Everyone is welcome. For more information please call: 570-452-5000 or visit the website: centralpacreationfellowship.org. 9/30 The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is excited to announce its continued partnership with The Manufactur-
ers’ Association to support training in electrical safety in central and southcentral Pennsylvania through December 2024. The Association was awarded a $157,833 training grant by the Federal Susan Harwood Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which will focus on manufacturing but also other industrial sectors. This electrical safety training will help workers and employers recognize serious workplace hazards, including implementing injury prevention measures and understanding rights and responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. The grant audience also focuses on small businesses as well as temporarily unemployed workers and recent graduates seeking to enter manufacturing or industrial sectors. The initiative will include training such as electrical safety, lockout tagout, arc flash and NFPA 70e and will be offered in English and Spanish.
IMC has scheduled open enrollment no-cost electrical safety training courses with dates and locations throughout its 12-county region. These dates and locations can be found under Events & Training on IMC’s website at https:// imcpa.com/. Employers are also able to host training sessions at their own locations, in conjunction with the IMC. This is the fourth grant received in Central PA from the Susan Harwood Program, the third for electrical safety, which has been received two years in a row and is projected to train another five hundred employees and individuals. This federal program honors the late Susan Harwood, former director of OSHA’s Office of Risk Assessment, who died in 1996. During her 17-year OSHA career, she helped develop federal standards to protect workers exposed to bloodborne pathogens, cotton dust, benzene, formaldehyde, asbestos, and lead in construction. The training material was produced under grant funding from
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. For questions about no-cost training in electrical safety and to schedule your onsite training, please contact Lauri Moon, Manager of Training & Outreach at (800) 326-9467, or by email at laurim@imcpa.com.
About Innovative Manufacturer’s Center (IMC) Founded in 1988, the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center assists in connecting manufacturers in 12 Pennsylvania counties with the most effective regional, state and national resources to help them innovate, grow and prosper. IMC is supported through the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Industrial Resource Center program. IMC serves manufacturers in Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Union, Snyder, Clinton, Centre, Mifflin, Juniata, Huntington, Blair and Bedford Counties. Visit us at https://imcpa.com/.
The Manufacturers’ Association is on a mission to ensure that our region’s manufacturing sector not only survives but rebounds stronger than ever! We exist to ensure that critical knowledge is preserved, expanded, and shared with the manufacturing professionals of tomorrow. Founded in 1906, we are the voice of the industry for hundreds of member & non-member organizations in southcentral PA & northern MD. We support manufacturers with the knowledge they need to operate, hire & train smarter! Visit their website at https://mascpa.org/.
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Fall 1991 and January 1992 Testimonials: My cousin and his new wife (both in their early 40’s) were visiting my mom, my sister, and I. My sister asks, “So, how did you meet?” They kind of giggled and asked each other, “Should we tell them?” They said they met through the LBYL column. My sister and I decided we would try our fare at meeting “Mr. Right”. (BTW, my cousin and his wife are still married and hopelessly in love.) My sister didn’t have much luck, but in January 1992, I saw this ad that kept drawing my attention. As described, he really wasn’t what I was looking for, but... We met later that month for the first time; got engaged in 1993 and married in 1994. We will celebrate our 25th anniversary this October and we have a 23-year-old daughter who lives out of state. Thank you, LBYL! Mr. & Mrs. J.N.
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IN ORDER TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN IC RESIDENTS AND OTHER RESIDENTS WE HAVE DECIDED TO PUT EACH IN THEIR OWN SECTION.
Tired of not meeting that special someone at work, at the bar, or wherever you have been looking? Look no further than Look Before You Leap men and woman our other supporting single services. We want to help you! What do you have to lose? Just your loneliness. So do it. Send in your ad or send in a response. See directions at beginning of section on how to be a part of the Look Before You Leap.
Regular:
Female, I am looking for an older, kind gentleman to spend time with, either going out or visit. JS27188 8/26
IC’s:
FIC, 33. brunette, long legs. Looking for fun & anything that comes with it. Don’t be shy because I’m not. TG27153IC
DO NOT SEND CASH IN YOUR LETTERS TO ANY IC. IT WON’T BE ACCEPTED AND LETTER WILL NOT BE DELIVERED.
somebody. Willing to share their time. SL27154IC
SFIC, 44, 5’2”, looking for a male or female to build a friendship with. Someone easy going, honest, funny & likes the beach. I enjoy laughter, at home cooking & watching movies. Love family time. BE27156IC
SWtFIC, looking for a friend, maybe something, maybe more. Going thru a life changing illness. Looking for emotional support. I have a love for animals, movies, good cooking & home grown fun. I’m 52 yrs. young & getting younger by the day. Pics upon request. LR27157IC Look no further! SWtFIC seeking a friend to connect with emotioinally & maybe more. I am a dirty blonde, green eyed gal looking for someone to have fun, meet, & hang out with. I love movies, cooking, homemade food, & the outdoors. Pics upon request. RO27158IC
FIC, 38, 5’5”-160, Italian, long brown curly hair, brown eyes. Understanding, caring & looking for someone to share my love with. AR27159IC
FIC, 30, looking for a friend/pen pal. I’m Aries, mixed black, open minded, funny, caring, full of life. A pic of you would be great. ZJ27160IC
FIC. Are you lonely? Would you like a friend? If so, please write. I’m easy to get along with. Soon to be released. Enclose name & address. PJ27161IC
FIC, 30, Italian & Ukrainian, from Philadelphia. 5’5”-160, brown eyes & brown long curly hair. Looking for some mental & emotional companionship. I’m very outgoing, understanding, & caring. I have a lot to offer & just haven’t found the right person to share it with. AR27162IC
FIC, 44, 5’4”-138, Italian/ Irish/German. 2 children. Looking for a pen pal, maybe more RM27163IC SFIC, joyful, caring, good humored, 50 Yrs. young with love to give. Curvy, dark hair/eyes, full lips. Seeking dependable, stable gentleman to connect with. FJ27164IC
SWtFIC, free spirit, wild heart, Mid-30s, have tattoos. Into art & music. Looking for male or female. Accepting donations. AK27165IC
SWtFIC, classy, girly, fun, into anything you can
imagine. Seeking donations for a short while. 5’7”, black hair, brown eyes, 163 lbs. Maybe looking for short or long term something. Up to you. KC27166IC
SWtFIC, 49, brown hair, green eyes, 135 lbs. Looking for a friend/ companion that I can have fun with. Laugh & joke & do crazy things together. I enjoy fishing, hunting, cooking, 4 wheeling, anything outdoors. I’m an exotic dancer, very outgoing, and love to meet new people. Willing to relocate & start a new life with someone special.TS27167IC
FIC, 36, happy, fun, sweet, beautiful, & looking for a friend. I’ll call you & send pictures. C’mon & write me.
NC27168IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-175, blonde hair, blue eyes. Looking for a nice male who’d be interested in corresponding with me.
CW27169IC
SWtFIC, Italian, country girl, outgoing bubbly personality. Always willing to please in any way. Willing to try anything once. Looking for a good time.
JG27170IC
SWtFIC looking for fun. Loves an adventure & the outdoors. Always aim to please. Ready to experience something new & exciting.
SD27171IC
FIC, sweet blonde haired, green eyed country girl, ready, willing and able to please in every way. Fun, outgoing personality.
LC27172IC
FIC, sexy, smart, long dark hair, big green eyes, loves to laugh. Looking for alot of fun. Willing to try new things & relocate.
JB27173IC
FIC looking for a friend. Must be down to earth, transparent. I’ll be leaving in 3 months. Will Send pictures. BR27174IC
FIC, long fit legs that look amazing in a set of heels, begging for your attention. Can’t wait to drool over you.
TG27175IC
FIC, skin like melted chocolate, eyes shaped like an almond, lips full as a plum. Do I sound like your favorite snack? FL27276IC
FIC, a flirty blonde who’s hungry for your attention, laughter, & spicy conversation.. Can’t wait to hear from you. AC27177IC
FIC. Serious inquires only. Gorgeous, tall & intelligent. I’m surrounded by women. I would love the company of
a gentle man. Please contact me ASAP. AM27178IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-150 lbs. with blonde hair & blue eyes. Looking for a male who would be interested in corresponding with me.
CW27179IC
FIC, sexy, petite, long dark hair, big hazel eyes, loves to laugh & have fun. Willing to try new things & to relocate for that someone.
JB27180IC
SWtFIC looking for kind, compassionate, fun loving man. Real love. No drama. Love the outdoors.
BR27181IC
SFIC, sweet, loving. Looking for a good man. No nonsense. Realist girl you’ll ever find. Looking for everlasting love. No players wanted. MS27182IC
SWtFIC, 49, brown hair, green eyes, 140 lbs. Indian/ Irish/German, smart, funny & very outgoing. Love camping, fishing, boating, anything outdoors. Looking for someone to laugh with, talk to & share our interests. I would love to settle down with someone special.
TS27183IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-170, blonde hair/baby blue eyes. I’m looking for someone who would be interested in corresponding with me. CW27184IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-170, blonde/sky blue eyes, looking for someone who would be interested in corresponding with me.
CW27186IC
FIC, kind, loyal, & beautiful. Looking for companionship through these rough times.
JR27187IC
FIC, looking for a good companionship. Someone to talk to and not walk away from me like so many others. It is hard to be alone.
JR27189IC
SWtFIC, 5’3”-165, blonde hair, blue eyes. Looking for somebody who would be interested in corresponding with me. CW27190IC
FIC, 34, easy to talk to, pretty. Looking for friendship. AM27191IC
SWtFIC, 31, 5’2”-125, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Looking for a nice male who would be interested in corresponding with me. JW27192IC
FIC, 34, pretty, easy to talk to. Looking for friendship. Please reach out, you won’t be disappointed. AM27193IC
SFIC, 50, joyful, caring,
good humor, curvy body, full lips, dark hair/ eyes. With love to give. Seeking dependable, stable gentleman to connect with. FJ27194IC
FIC, 34, pretty, easy to talk to. Looking for friendship or more. Loyal individual, open to meeting new people. AM27195IC
FIC looking for a penpal. New to this but feeling lonely & hoping someone can chat with me. KZ27196IC
FIC, looking for sincere companionship. I am lonely & have nobody & wish to have a good pen pal. Please reach out to me. JR27197IC
FIC, looking for a sincere & honest companionship. I’m lonely & have nobody by my side. Please reach out to me & be mine. JR27198IC
FIC, 34, looking for long term friendship, someone I can talk to. Won’t regret. AM27199IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-140, blonde hair/blue eyes. Looking for somebody who’d be interested in corresponding with me.
CW27200IC
WE DO NOT RUN ANY IC-LBYL ADS WITHOUT YOUR IDENTIFYING NUMBER. THESE MAILINGS ARE RETURNED BACK TO US, NON DELIVERABLE. ALSO YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR MAIL FROM LBYL. Inmates, seems you may need to be on some kind of mailing list at the prison. Inquire at your place. The Valley Trader would like to thank everyone who places an ad in this column and also the people who respond. The number of responses we have been receiving has been GREAT!!! If you meet that “special person” from communicating through our column, let us know. Did you marry? Are you dating? We would like to know! Write us a short note we can print. Of course, we’ll only print it with your initials. ATTENTION: We have no control over where our Look Before You Leap ads arrive from, and being a free press, we will place them in our column.
Your Guide to Replacing Home Siding VALLEY HO E IMPROVEMENT
(StatePoint) Your siding gives your home character and curb appeal while protecting it from the elements. To help you make sensible, stylish decisions, here are some fast facts about three popular varieties of siding.
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1. Board and batten. The use of board and batten vertical siding originated hundreds of years ago as a practical solution for covering the spaces between the boards on the exterior of a home or barn. Today, it portrays a rustic farmhouse style and handmade quality, but its strong vertical lines have modern appeal that can enhance many architectural styles, from popular Craftsman
to timeless Victorian. The good news? New materials are blending this classic look with the modern engineering of high-performance super polymer vinyl siding to offer the best of both worlds. ProVia’s board and batten siding, for example, is low maintenance with a built-in weather barrier so you never have to paint, stain or caulk your home’s
exterior. It’s also available in a range of colors, helping you achieve a oneof-a-kind look for your home.
2. Shake and staggered shingle. Featured in American homebuilding since the 1600s, there are few other cladding options as distinctive and traditional as cedar shake and staggered shingle siding. If you love this look but are concerned about maintaining this kind of siding, you’re in luck. These days, certain manufacturers are preserving the authenticity of this look using engineered vinyl materials. The result? Greater durability and far superior moisture resistance.
3. Insulated siding. If you’d like additional protection from extreme temperatures, impacts and even noises for greater peace of mind and comfort, insulated siding may be the right choice for you. Showcasing an authentic cedar woodgrain texture,
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CedarMAX insulated vinyl siding from ProVia is an example of siding providing a combination of beauty, durability and energy efficiency. It combines rigid foam EPS insulation with the manufacturer’s Super Polymer vinyl siding. Not only does the added foam insulation make this one of the most energyefficient exterior claddings on the market, it may help reduce outside noise transmission by as much as 39%, according to a study conducted by a third-party test laboratory.
When you begin the process of shopping for house siding, it can feel overwhelming to identify which styles or colors you might want for your home. Get inspired by how other homeowners have styled their siding by visiting provia.com/ siding/gallery.
When
Thankfully, it’s possible to make home exterior updates that add to both the beauty
and color you want using materials that keep your home, and your household, safe and comfortable.
SUDUKO
THEME: THE 1930s
ACROSS
1. Doorframe part
5. *The Swing Era or ____ Band Era
8. T-cell killer, acr.
11. Arabian chieftain
12. Actress Sorvino
13. Excessively fat
15. Chore list
16. Second word in fairytale?
17. Doled out cards
18. *1933 movie monster (2 words)
20. Eyeball
21. Golf aid
22. French vineyard
23. *Larry or Curly or Moe
26. Between delta and zeta
30. ____ B vaccine
31. Ciphering machine
34. Kind
35. Black and white cookies
37. ___ chi
38. Fender bender consequences
39. Light beige
40. *First white chocolate manufacturer
42. Grasp
43. Elbow room, to a ship (2 words)
45. Teenagers’ emotions
47. Belly
48. East Indian pepper
50. Buzzing pest
52. *Prairie crisis (2 words)
55. Change, as in U.S. Constitution
56. “If all ____ fails...”
57. Solomon-like
59. Boatload
60. Lab gel
61. Enthusiasm
62. Finale
63. Grazing land
64. Blood vessel network
DOWN
1. Blue Angel
2. In a frenzy
3. Calf-length skirt
4. Ford option
5. Two-footed mortar support
6. Shoemaker without shoes, e.g.
7. *Al Capone’s Chicago Outfit, e.g.
8. Mend, healthwise
9. Small island
10. Doctor Dolittle, e.g.
12. *Shenyang (China) in 1931
13. O in B.O., pl.
14. *Cole Porter’s “Begin the ____”
19. Dashboard windows
22. Accounting title
23. Oxfords and loafers
24. 9 a.m. prayer
25. *George Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess”
26. Discharge
27. Ding-a-____, pl.
28. Eightsome
29. Egg holders
32. Big-ticket ____
33. Tank filler
36. *a.k.a. The Little Rascals (2 words)
38. Brightest star in Cygnus
40. 1990s negation
41. Second of two
44. Beat the Joneses
46. Angry stare
48. Battle of the ____, a.k.a. Ardennes Offensive
49. Test format
50. *Bureau of Investigation agent, to “Machine Gun” Kelly
51. Smart but awkward one
52. *FDR’s New ____
53. ____ E. Coyote
54. Law school test acronym
55. Expert
58. Compass point between NE and E
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Porch and Patio Pick-Me-Up Ideas
(StatePoint) If your concrete porch and patio surfaces are plain, ugly or in disrepair, you may assume the only solution is to hire a contractor for a complete overhaul. The truth is that you can resurface these spaces with minimal DIY experience in just a few days. Here’s how:
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Make Repairs First
As with any project, the key to success is preparation. First, pressure wash your surface, allowing it to thoroughly dry. Then use a durable repair product, such as Rock Patch, to fill in cracks, pits and holes. Impact-, moisture-, salt- and mold-resistant, this odorless, hard stone compound can patch flaws or function as a smooth new base. Because it doesn’t dry quickly like concrete, you can take your time and apply the product slowly. While the normal cure time is 24 hours, you’ll want to increase your dry time when applying the product in damp, cool conditions, or if applying a very thick coat.
Choose a New Surface
Give your space a huge upgrade by applying a new surface with a DIY product. The real stone surfaces available from Daich Coatings, for example, will improve the look of your porch or patio while enhancing the functionality of the space, and there are many options to choose
from, depending on the amount of skill you have and the time you want to invest. The brand’s Terrazzo Decorative Granite Resurfacer has a unique formula offering a seamless overlay that is both attractive and functional, whereas its RollerRock’s self-priming formula means one less step, for instant color and beauty and an attractive textured finish.
Want to get creative? Consider the all-in-one SpreadStone kit, which includes a pre-mixed primer, base coat, accent coat, clear sealer, stone texture roller and grout line stencil tape. While this process takes a little time, it’s easy to do and will allow you to design a stunning decorative stone surface that will stand up to extreme weather. Finally, the SpreadRock Granite Stone Coating is easily applied in a thin uniform layer using a scraper, trowel or flooring squeegee for dependable durability and a visual effect that is timeless and stunning.
Complete Your Project
Finalize your porch or patio pick-meup in one step by applying a sealer with anti-slip benefits. TracSafe AntiSlip Sealer from Daich Coatings is not only a high performance clear coat that will strengthen and protect your new surface, it will help keep family members and visitors safe from falls and mishaps. In fact, its commercialgrade anti-slip ratings are up to twice the OSHA standard and its highperformance, odorless water-based technology bonds firmly to all types of flooring materials.
With just a little effort and minimal expense, you can resurface your porch and patio for a total transformation of your outdoor spaces.
Give Summer Grilling a Seafood Spin VALLEY AUCTIONS VALLEY HEALTH
(Family Features)
Shake up your next family barbecue with fresh, flaky seafood. This Grilled Glazed Salmon may result in a new favorite when served over rice or alongside fresh veggies or a small salad. Find more summer grilling ideas at Culinary.net.
Grilled Glazed Salmon
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Dry Brine:
1/2 cup salt
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon thyme or lemon zest
3 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon pepper
1 salmon fillet (2-3 pounds)
Glaze:
To make dry brine: In bowl, mix salt, sugar, brown
lemon thyme, garlic powder and pepper. Place salmon on cookie sheet and cover with brine. Refrigerate 1012 hours, or overnight.
After brining, rinse salmon completely. Dry with paper towel and let rest at least 1 hour.
Heat grill to medium heat.
To make glaze: In bowl, mix brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar,
Worcestershire sauce, garlic and ginger. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Brush over salmon.
Place cookie sheet with glazed salmon on grill and
cook 1520 minutes until internal temperature reaches 130 F. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. #17142 Source:
