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Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:05:36 +0000

To remove mildew from grout, pour hydrogen peroxide directly on the mildew and wipe it off.

Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:03:12 +0000

For slow drains pour 1/4 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup white vinegar down your drain, let sit for a few minutes, then pour a kettle of boiling water down the drain to flush.

May is Older Adult Month

tbell — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:50:07 +0000

May is Older Adult Month. The theme this year is “Unleash the Power of Age”!

Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:23:16 +0000

To skin sweet potatoes quickly place in cold water immediately after boiling.

Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:09:09 +0000

Here is a test to see if you have a leaking toilet: Add food coloring to the toilet tank (not the toilet bowl). Do not flush for 30 minutes. If the water in the toilet bowl changes color, you have a leaking toilet.

Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:43:03 +0000

Ice cubes will help correct a matted carpet from heavy furniture placement. Cover the matter area with ice cubes overnight. Rub the matted area with a terry towel. Let dry overnight and then vacuum.

Helpful Household Hints

tbell — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:38:56 +0000

To avoid the expense of purchasing expensive dishwasher rinse aids, use white vinegar instead of rinse aid in the dishwasher.

Who Get’s Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?

tbell — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:15:20 +0000

Did you see your family over the Easter weekend? Did it come up, what would we do if….Please view flyer below as we still have spots available for the Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate program. Please register by Thursday, April 4th.

Stretch Your Food Dollars at Home!

tbell — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:31:46 +0000

Avoid or reduce consumption of excess soda, expensive energy drinks and coffee shop drinks.

Stretch Your Food Dollars at Home!

tbell — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 19:24:21 +0000

Limit pre-made meals and fast foods.