Archive for June, 2008
Cleaning your Computer
Friday, June 20th, 2008• Remove individual keys to clean and wipe the underside with a microfiber cloth. Some keys have springs and it might be tough to get them back in place.
• Lay an extra place mat over to keyboard (when not using) to prevent dust, dirt and pet hair from getting on or in it.
• Keep food [...]
Today In History
Friday, June 20th, 20081837 - Queen Victoria succeeds to the British throne.
1877 - Alexander Graham Bell installs world’s first commercial telephone service in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
1948 - Toast of the Town, later The Ed Sullivan Show, debuts.
1963 - The so-called “red telephone” is established between Soviet Union and United States following the Cuban Missile Crisis.
South Carolina Facts and Trivia
Friday, June 20th, 2008Did you know… ?
1. The state dance of South Carolina is the Shag!
2. The Black River Swamp Preserve is located near Andrews. This slow-moving river is characterized by high concentrations of organic carbon, which accounts for the tea-colored water and gives rise to the diverse habitats in its widespread floodplain.
3. Stretching 60 miles from Little [...]
Richard Simmons is coming to Sun City!
Friday, June 20th, 2008This Saturday June 21st! At the LakeHouse Parking Lot!
If residents wish to participate in the aerobics class – THEY MUST RSVP (IF THEY HAVEN’T DONE SO ALREADY!) # 1-877-805-5558 – Space is limited!
Residents who are on the RSVP list may pick-up tickets beginning at 10am in front of the Lake House. RSVP list will [...]
Plumbing Tips!
Friday, June 20th, 2008Water
In general, tap water in the United States is perfectly safe for human consumption. However, sometimes you may notice a funny color, odor or taste. These often come from otherwise harmless contaminants like chlorine, sulfur, iron and manganese. You can get rid of these problems easily by using a conventional activated carbon filter, available at many retail [...]
Lazy Peach Cobbler
Friday, June 20th, 2008INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup margarine
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 (29 ounce) can sliced peaches, juice reserved
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Once oven reaches desired temperature, melt margarine in a glass 9×13 baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder. Pour reserved peach juice into [...]
Daily Exercise Suggestions!
Friday, June 20th, 2008Walk 10 Minutes a Day and Increase Your Fitness Level Old thinking was to work out in a sweat-filled gym for hours a day. No pain, no gain. New studies show that even short bouts of activity can increase your fitness level, especially if you’re new at working out.
Park and Walk
Whenever you have an errand, [...]
Plane, Train or Automobile?
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008With todays gas prices, is it less expensive to fly instead of filling up your car with what could be over $4 per gallon in some areas? Just like motorists, airlines have been hit hard with increasing fuel prices — and they’re passing on the costs to you. As always, with a little research, you could probably [...]
Its not too early to plan for the 4th!
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008Independence Day will be celebrated here at Sun City Carolina Lakes on Friday evening, July 4th. The “Yesterday Band” will perform on the Lake House Terrace beginning at 7pm and the Tailgaters will be serving food as well! Check out other local Independence Day Celebrations!
SC Tomatoes safe to eat?
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008The Food and Drug Administration says it’s getting close to finding out what caused a salmonella outbreak involving tomatoes.
Stores and restaurants all over the country have stopped selling tomatoes. The outbreak has already affected 17 states and has been associated with at least one death. Tomatoes grown in South Carolina are not affected, but so [...]