Monday, August 31, 2009
Jalapeño Madness
Sunday, August 30, 2009
City of Mesa Job Openings
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Postings this week
Constitution Week
Monday, August 24, 2009
Bake Bread in Crock Pot
Below is the basic recipe, if you need more detail and would like to see some pictures of it, check out the Pantry Eats Blog.
Recipe
2 Cups warm (not hot) milk (whole or 2%)
2 TB canola oil
1/4 Cup honey
3/4 tsp salt
1 package active dry yeast
2 tsp dough enhancer (optional)
3 Cups whole wheat flour, divided
3/4 to 1 Cup all-purpose flour. (I almost always end up using the full cup).
1. Spray with nonstick cooking spray a 1 quart casserole or souffle dish or other high-sided baking dish. In electric mixer combine milk, oil, honey, salt, yeast, dough enhancer, 1 1/2 cups wheat flour and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Mix at medium low speed for 2 minutes.
2. Gradually add remaining wheat flour and 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup all purpose flour. Mix until completely combined. Unlike other bread recipes dough should remain sticky.
3. Transfer to prepared pan and add pan to slow cooker. Cook on high for 3 hours.
Remove from slow cooker and let stand for 5 Minutes before cooling on wire rack.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Protect our nestlings, Family should be our focus
President Packer warns of dangers to spiritual things. He states “We need to protect our nestlings. In order to do that, we must first acknowledge that Satan, the devil, lives and what his purposes are and what his intentions will be and what our defenses should be."
He reminds us that the adversary is about, his objective to cause injury to the family. 2 Timothy 3:1-7 warns of us of today’s dangers and the patterns to avoid. While 2 Timothy 3:15 gives us the key to our protection.
President Packer added, "Much has been done to prepare the Church and its members to resist the forces of evil. We live in a day of revealed direction. I have been a witness as a General Authority to changes that were revealed from time to time in order that the Lord might better bless and edify His children."
Our homes are the most vulnerable. We need to find safety and security for ourselves and our children by honoring the covenants we have made and being obedient to Christ.
Read this wonderful talk at this link.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Gardening with the Kids
Gardening is a great time to be outdoors with your kids sharing in something that really means something. Few things are as satisfying as a garden and can help you reconnect with nature.
Of course, don't forget, your children should not be learning words while gardening that they cannot repeat at Church.
Have fun!
Friday, August 21, 2009
City of Mesa Job Openings
For a complete listing visit http://www.mesaaz.gov/jobs
For a printer friendly version of the complete list, please select the
following link:
http://www.dev.mesaaz.gov/jobs/PDF/status.pdf
NEW OR REVISED THIS WEEK
Gas System Crew Leader
Gas System Worker
Meter Reader
Parks, Recreation and Commercial Facilities Department Director
Thursday, August 20, 2009
United We Serve: A Weekend of Service and Remembrance
The City of Mesa's First Annual September 11 Day of Service is the result of
a partnership involving Mesa, Phoenix, Glendale, Rebuilding Together
and HandsOn Greater Phoenix to organize a new weekend of service to
commemorate the eighth anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Volunteers are needed for three major projects in Mesa Friday, September 11
from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.:
. Painting curb numbers.
. Painting fire hydrants.
. Building Strong Neighborhoods door-to-door surveys.
For more information about volunteering, log onto
http://www.mesaaz.gov/volunteer
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Water Storage
We talk about water storage from time to time. This seems a little expensive but is another idea and it would give me a good portion of my garage back.
See http://www.surewatertanks.com/
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Wallacepalooza!
City of Mesa Library, in partnership with the Mesa Historical Museum, will present a tribute to the Wallace and Ladmo Show with “Wallacepalooza!” The event kicks off at all three branches of the City of Mesa Library and the Mesa Historical Museum Saturday, Aug. 29.
The Mesa Historical Museum, 2345 N. Horne, will present new objects in its exhibition “Thanks for Tuning In: The Wallace and Ladmo Show” featuring never-before-seen “Hubcap and the Wheels” memorabilia, Gerald’s Monster and the story of the Ladmo Tie t-shirt. The Library branches will each feature new exhibitions which shed light on some of the Wallace and Ladmo Show’s most enduring characters and questions, including “Why did the Ladmo bags get so small?”
In addition, a contest to meet Bill “Wallace” Thompson will be hosted by all three Library branches. Pick up a free entry card at any branch, beginning Aug. 29, for details. Other events will include a Wallace and Ladmo costume contest and TV show festival with a chance to win fabulous prizes, including a Ladmo bag, at the following:
• Saturday, Oct. 17 Dobson Ranch Branch (2425 S. Dobson Road) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 24 Red Mountain Branch (635 N. Power Road) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 31 Main Library (64 E. 1st St.) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There is free admission to “Wallacepalooza!” at the Library branches.
Admission to the Mesa Historical Museum is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for children.
For more information, contact the City of Mesa Library at (480) 644-2207 or www.mesalibrary.org, or Mesa Historical Museum at (480) 835-7358 o
Monday, August 17, 2009
Arizona Workforce Connection
- Use a professional format to create and send resumes and cover letters to employers
- Assess your job skills, set goals, and research training providers
- Review available jobs and apply online
- Set up a Virtual Recruiter search agent to automatically review job postings and notify you of jobs that match your skills
- Track your job search efforts and resumes sent in a personal profile folder online
- Learn about services and benefits for which you may be eligible
- Determine a budget and plan for training
- Research regional labor market information, such as salaries
- Use the email/message center to contact employers and your case manager
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Couple Lives without AC
Chris George and his wife Dani Moore decided to go the entire year of 2009 without heating or air conditioning. The temperature has reached a high of 104 degrees in their home. They often get up in the middle of the night and take cold showers, spray themselves with water before going to bed, and freeze their clothes. They have even turned off their water heater.
The only time they have turned on their thermostat was the weekend they were going to be gone and they did not want the cats to get too hot. (Cat people, goes without saying) They set it at 95 and turned it off as soon as they got home. And I complain when mine is above 78.
Of course, their SRP bill for July was $51.16, a smite lower then mine.
I have always admired the determination of the college aged portion of our population. They know they can save the world, and a lot of them are willing to give their all to try. I know when I was this age we were trying to stop a war and save the trees. We knew we could make a difference. Maybe we did, maybe we didn't, but we tried. This group now is the same, they are going to try to make a difference, maybe they will, maybe they will not...
Are these two frugal or just strange? Take a few minutes and read the article, it can be found here.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Farmers' Markets
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Food Storage Calculator
Dog Days of Summer
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Gardening Calendar
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Park and Rec Class Registration
Monday, August 10, 2009
Free Tacos!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
City of Mesa Job Opportunities
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign needs your help
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Birthday Freebies
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Food Storage Can Labels
- The can's ingredients
- The net weight of the food in the can
- The serving size
- The number of servings per can
- Directions for preparation
- The nutritional facts per serving
- Your daily nutritional requirements
- Calories per gram of fat, carbohydrates and protiens
Monday, August 3, 2009
Landscape Watering for August
Sunday, August 2, 2009
City of Mesa Job Opportunities
For more information check the City of Mesa job site at www.mesaaz.gov/jobs
WEEK OF 7/31/09 - 8/6/09
NEW OR REVISED THIS WEEK
Program Assistant (Citywide)
ONGOING OR CONTINUOUS OPENINGS
Aquatics Maintenance Worker I
Aquatics Maintenance Worker II
Communications Systems Coordinator
Communications Technician II
Controls Engineering Specialist
Information Technology Engineer II - Police
Lineman
Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee - Part-time
INTERNSHIPS
Volunteer Intern for City Council Office
TEMPORARY OPENINGS
None at this time.
VOLUNTEER OPENINGS
Arizona Museum for Youth Arts Programming Volunteer
Arizona Museum for Youth Maintenance Aide Volunteer
Arizona Museum for Youth Volunteer Education Aide
Arizona Museum for Youth Volunteer Office Aide
Bilingual Assistance Team (BAT) Volunteer
Building Safety Office Intern
Center Against Family Violence Assistant
Communications 9-1-1 Recording Assistant
Communications Spanish Translator Volunteer
Community Response Team (CRT)
Crime Scene Coordinator
Disabled Parking Enforcement
DUI Van Assistant
Exhibits Volunteer
Fire Support Aide
Forensic Services Administrative Support
Homebound Service Aide
Household Hazardous Waste Worker
Library Sales Desk Attendant
Media Relations Administrative Aide
Mesa Arts Center Office Assistant
Mesa Arts Center Out to Lunch Series Patron Aide
Mesa Arts Center Special Event Volunteer
Mesa Arts Center Tour Guide Ambassador
Mesa Contemporary Arts Docent
Mesa Contemporary Arts Intern
Mesa Sign Sweep Volunteer
Museum Admissions Attendant
Museum Store Volunteer
Neighborhood Services Office Support Assistant
Office Assistant (Fire Prevention)
Office Assistant Trainee (Neighborhood Outreach)
Patrol Support Volunteer
Police Bait Vehicle Volunteer
Police VIPS Office Assistant
Special Projects
Store Assistant 9/26/05
Surplus Sales Store Volunteer
Target Second Saturday Concert Series Patron Aide
Transportation Department Accounting Intern
Victim Assistance 10/6/03 Until suff. # of apps. None
Victim Services Assistant (City Attorney)
Victim Services Assistant (Police)
Volunteer Intern for City Council Office
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Free job workshop at Mesa Library
Goodwill Industries will have a specialist on hand who will provide assistance with how to search for a job and fill out online applications. The workshop is designed for Mesa residents who don’t have easy access to Goodwill career centers.
This will be the first in a series of workshops. Upcoming workshops will include such topics as resume writing and job interviewing techniques. Future meeting dates have not yet been scheduled.
For more information, contact City of Mesa Reference Librarian Andrea Greenslade at (480) 644-3860.