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Show Happenings PAGE A6 Just Stuff MAY 9, 2008 Summit County News by Jan We live in a remote world. I don’t mean distant or far away. I mean remote, as in the little hand-held gadget that turns on your TV, or the do-hickey on your key chain that unlocks your car door. We live in a remote word! I can’t remember the last time I had to get up from the couch and turn the knob on the TV to change the channel. I just point and push and I can switch from Leno to Letterman with the fast flick of a finger. I can push a button and turn down the volume when it jumps up several decibels on the commercials, or I can mute the sound when I get a phone call, or want to talk to my boys without having to compete with Homer Simpson. And I can do it all from the confines of my comfy cozy couch, or standing in the hallway. At one time, we had four or five different remotes sitting on the coffee table in the family room. There was one to run the TV, one to run the DVD player, another to run the CD player, one for the tuner, and one for I’m not sure what. And my husband, Kraig, bought yet another one. But, this one allowed us to tuck all the others in a “remote” place, out of sight and out of mind, ‘cause the new one can do anything to everything we have in the entertainment center. Of course, TVs and DVD players aren’t the only things remote. When you make a phone call, chances are you don’t have a leash connecting you and the hand set to the base unit of the phone. With today’s cordless phones you can walk down the hall, into the bathroom, out in the yard. For that matter, with cell phones you can drive down the road or talk while you’re in line at the grocery store. Unfortunately, the different remote things can get a little confusing. We just got a new phone. It’s long, slim and rectangular. It’s black, sleek and smooth on one side, with numbers and buttons on the other. It looks just like the long, slim, rectangular TV remote that is black and sleek with buttons. The other day I was trying to turn on the TV. I kept pointing the remote and pushing buttons, but it wouldn’t turn on. Then I realized I was pointing the cordless phone. I’m lucky I didn’t call some remote country. When I was growing up, we had a carport – no door. When I was in school, I parked in an open parking lot. All the apartments I leaved in had covered parking, but not garages. When Kraig and I got married, our home had a garage with a remote door opener. I have never had to climb out of the car and lift the door in order to pull my car in the garage… except for the time the power was out and the remote wouldn’t work. I gave up and left the car in the driveway! And what about cars? Chances are you no longer have to fumble with a key to unlock the door. You push a button on your key chain and the door unlocks. Press another, and the doors lock. But you have to be careful. There’s also that little “panic” button that works remotely, too. I remember walking out of the grocery store a few months ago. I heard the “honk, honk, honk” of someone’s care. Much to my chagrin, I soon realized it was mine. I had shoved the car keys in my pocket and, somehow, the panic button got pushed! And, believe it or not, that little car remote can be confusing, too. A few weeks ago I headed out of the office on my way home, and as I was walking to the elevator, I dug my car keys out of my purse. I pushed the button and waited for the elevator. And I pushed again and again. Then I realized that I was standing in front of the elevator pushing the remote on my key chain to call the elevator. There wasn’t even a remote chance that it was going to bring the elevator! I’ve tried to unlock my office in the same fashion. The car remote doesn’t work there, either. Recipe Corner Bowl your pals over this summer with nutrient-packed salads that can help slim you down as they fill you up. Salads are a great way to enjoy a fine meal without being a chef. Follow these easy tips to get the perfect flavor: Dry Greens Well Because dressing slides off damp salad leaves, you will get more flavor and use less dressing when you dry salad greens thoroughly. Use Flavorful Oils Use healthy oils, such as olive oil, sesame seed oil and canola oil. They provide essential fatty acids and vitamins and are crucial for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels. To maximize their health benefits, keep oils in a dark bottle or in the refrigerator. Experiment with Vinegars To add zest to your salad, experiment with vinegar. Try rice vinegar, white wine vinegar or fruit vinegar. And while lime and lemon juice are a great choice, you will get more flavor by combining vinegar and orange juice. Embrace Salad Toppers Top your salads to add color and vitamins. From dried cherries and seeds to mangoes and fresh basil, salad toppers will make your meal healthy and delicious. Try these easy recipes for tasty salads that will impress everyone: Waldorf Brown Rice Salad 1 cup Minute® Brown Rice, uncooked 3 apples 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise 3/4 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt Salad greens (optional) Prepare rice according to package directions. Cool. Wash, core and dice apples, without peeling. Place apples in large bowl and toss with lemon juice. Add rice, celery, nuts and raisins; toss to combine. In medium bowl, combine mayonnaise and yogurt. Blend well. Fold into rice mixture. Serve over salad greens, if desired. Serves 4. Spring Vegetable Rice Salad 4 cups cooked white rice such as Minute® 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1 cup cut-up asparagus spears (1 inch long), cooked, cooled 1 cup light salad dressing 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1 tablespoon lemon juice Toss rice with tomatoes and asparagus in medium bowl. Mix remaining ingredients until well blended. Add to rice mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Serves 8. Tip: Asparagus spears snap off naturally where they are tough. To trim fresh asparagus, simply bend the spear near the bottom end and it will break off at the right point. Help! We need your favorite recipe for sharing! Send them by email: scbee@allwest.net; or drop them at The Summit County News Office. Photo of The Week Four year-old Westley Michael Hatz says… “This playground is soooooooooooo Big!” Check through your photos and send us your best ones. Sharing with others help to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Grandparents especially need to show off those precious little ones!!! Wives can showcase their hubbies greatest moments for posterity or a cute moment involving your pets. Just bring them to the office or send them by mail. Wilson — Singley Jordan Singley and Chad Wilson have chosen May 15 to be married in the Salt Lake Temple. They will be honored at a reception that same evening at Cactus and Tropicals, 2736 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City. The bride is the daughter of David and Joeyn Singley, of Salt Lake City. Jordan graduated from Skyline High School, LDS Seminary and is attending Utah State University majoring in Conservation Recreation. The groom, son of Roger and LuAnn Wilson, of Coalville, graduated from North Summit High School, LDS Seminary and is attending Utah State University majoring in International Business. The happy couple will make their home in Logan. We apologize for any oversights, everyone is welcome to attend. Receives Young Scientist Award Craig Louder, son of Cathy and Jeff Louder, graduated from Utah State “Magna Cum Laud”. He was also presented the global Young Scientist Award by the College of Ag. as scholar of the year. Mark Lyons and Inge Russell presented the 2008 Young Scientist Award to Craig Louder of Utah State University at Alltech’s 24th International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium. Alltech announced the winner of its global Young Scientist Award at its Annual International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium in Lexington, Kentucky on April 20-23, 2008. The winner of this year’s award is Craig Louder from Utah State University, Dept.of Animal Health and Veterinary Science. Craig presented a paper entitled ‘The Estrogenic Mycotoxin Zearalenone and its Importance in Livestock Production. The Young Animal Scientist (YAS) Award, created by Alltech, was developed to generate and promote talent among today’s young scholars from around the world. The program enables undergraduate students from various universities to join Alltech in the search for natural solutions for the future of the animal feed industry while also gaining valuable experience with a global leader in the industry. The 2008 winner was announced at Alltech’s 24th International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium. Proud grandparents are Raymond and Dorothy Louder and Marlene and the late Dr. Wayne Bosworth. Congratulations, Craig, and good luck with your future plans! Go Classifieds! It Pays! 336-5501 Kimball Junction, Park City, UT 84098 (435) 575-0221 Press #4 Buy Tickets Online at: www.rmtheatres.com Movies & Times Good From Fri. May 09-Thurs. May 15 “SPEED RACER” PG FRI-SUN 12:15 1:40 3:20 4:50 6:30 8:00 9:30 MON-THURS 2:00 4:00 5:00 7:00 8:00 Subscribe To The Summit County News! 336-5501 Diamonds • Custom Design Watches • Engraving • Repairs 32 S. Main Street Heber City, UT 84032 435.654.5661 FRANCIS TOWN SUMMER MAINTENANCE POSITION Francis Town is seeking applicants for a summer park maintenance position. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining park facilities, duties including mowing, weed control, painting, and other related tasks. Other duties may be added as the Council sees fit. Applicant sixteen (16) years of age and older will be given preference. Candidates should have a good work ethic and be able to work independently. Applications may be obtained at the Francis Town Office, 2317 South Springhollow Road during regular business hours. Closing date for applications is Monday, May 12, 2008, at 5:00 PM. For further information, call Lynette at 783-6236. Francis Town is an equal opportunity employer and does not engage in illegal discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. Published in the Summit County Bee 5/6/05 & 5/13/05 “IRON MAN” PG-13 FRI-SUN 12:30 2:10 3:40 5:10 6:40 8:10 9:30 MON-THURS 2:10 4:10 5:10 7:00 8:00 “RED BELT” R FRI-SUN 2:00 4:30 7:00 9:20 MON-THURS 2:20 5:20 7:40 “BABY MAMA” PG-13 FRI-SUN 1:20 4:20 6:50 9:10 MON-THURS 2:40 5:15 7:30 “NIM’S ISLAND” PG FRI-SUN 12:45 3:00 5:20 7:40 MON-THURS 2:30 4:50 7:15 “21” PG-13 FRI-SUN 1:30 5:00 7:50 MON-THURS 2:00 5:00 7:50 Arriving Just In Time For Mother’s Day Spectacular Hanging Baskets Annuals & Perennials 545 Main Street • Kamas 435•783•TREE |