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a 10 Oron~ WeekIy Timês, Wednesday1 AU9UBt 7, 1991 Many good ideas corne from reading and magazines I the bill Midway through the hot, dry sumtmer of '91, this is the time to consider taking out a subscription which will give you some interesting reading for the upcoming fall/winter. At this time of year miany people begin lcoking for unique gifis for Christmas - why not consider a magazine subscription? There are many environmentally - related magazines on the stands. You cari chcose from those which will give you up-to-date information on enviromnental issues and community "batties" and success tories, to those which cover wildlife issues exclusively. JInyouGren d n ..... For the gardeners there are many root this fall for bloom in the experiences throughout the whole coming year. of the year depending, of course, on Some catalogues introductions their committment of time and this year a lily "Olivia" which nuturing. Although the calendar pla grows over three feet and cornes to ces us half-way through the bloom in August. The flowers are summer months which we take as pale white on the inside with a tint July and August thoughts are of pinkish-red on the outside. directed to the fali and the possible Although there are new forcing of bulbs for the winter introductions, the old favourites are season andl those that will bloom stili prominent in the selection next year. available. Going back some 450 To this end the fail catalogues, years for registration is the tulip lilce the spring catalogues, becomne variety, Zomnerschoon. The tulip has available and like the spring a feathered formn with creamny petals catalogues are free for the asking. streaked with a deep salmon-pink The fali catalogues do have hue. somne new introductions including Another of the list dating back another new introduction of centuries has to be the Madonna Amnaryllis (Germa) having smaller Lily which should bc planted in flowers with unique pointed petals October for bloomingin June with of a creamy to nearly yellow such bloom lasting at least four colour. weeks under good conditions. A new triumph tulip appears For those interested in the fal along with a butterfly narcissus catalogues, which incidentally called Orangery, grape hyacinths *arrive free of charge, it is'a matter having a distinctive white rim and of dropping a line to the Canadian Iris with a listing of new colours. Garden Council c/o 6 Nesbitt Drive, The catalogues list autumn- Toronto M4W 2G3. The Council planted hules and as well provide a will have your name added to the selection of perennials that take list of FaIl Catalogue companies. ¶Ç,ý'tchen A-Corne41r Ontario Peach, Pear and PIumli Smiorgasbord Salads Pretty as a picture, these salad-filled fruit boats are great for a light summer patio luncheon. 2 Ontario Pears 2 Ontari o Peaches 4 Ontario Plums 1 head Boston lettuce Halve and core pears; halve and pit peaches and plums. Arrange on large lettuce-lined platter and MIî with the following salads. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Smfoked Salmon, Salad 4 oz. Smoked salmon, diced 1/3 cup light creamn cheese 1 tbsp. plain yogurt 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. niinced green oni on 1 tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon In small bowl, combine salmon with cream cheese, yogurt, lemon juice, onion -and tarragon. Fui pear halves with smnoked salmon salad. Salad keeps welI, refrigerated, several hours or overnight. Makes about i cup. Zippy Cottage Cheese Salad 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 tbsp. chopped pickled hot red peppers 1 tbsp. chopped olives 1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano 1 tsp. chopped capers (optional) In'small bowl, -combine cottage cheese, peppers, olives, oregano and capers, if using. FilI peach and plum halves with cottage cheese salad. Salads keeps well, refrigerated. Makes about 1 cup. Most of us are familiar with -the long- standing magazine of country living, 'Harrowsmith", which is publîshed in the quaint community of Camden East, north of Kingston. "Harrowsmith" publishes regular features ranging from those of interest to gardeners, whether it is vegetables you are growing, or flowers and shrubs; animal husbandry; interesting recipes; and thorough book reviews - those published by 'Harrowsmith", or elsewhere. Soon to be celebrating its first anniversary, "Earthkeeper', Canada's environental magazine, has hit the stands with some very interesting features and topics. Published in Guelph, "Earthkeeper" infonns, educates and advîses on a wide range of topics which are of interest to ail of its readers, across the country. After alI, we are all Earthkeepers! "Green Living" is published in tabloid-style in Toronto, and appeals to the urban dweller looking for information and guidance to their concerns for the environmnent. 0f particular interest to teachers is "Green Teacher", originally a UK. -based publication which was recently brought to Canada by welI- known Toronto-area environmentalist, Tim Grant. "Green Teacher" is a worthwhile investment which provides the educator with resources, information exchange, upcoming events and many suggestions from teachers across Canada for teaching "environment" throughout the curriculum. From the University of Waterlo cornes a long-time academic publication, "Alternatives - Perspectives on Society, Technology and Environment". 'Alternatives' reaches its subscribers not only through s'orne very interesting topics. but also by inviting submissions for upcoming issues. This link to subscribers connects students interested in pub lishing articles of interest to the environmnental community. Some American-based miagazines have been on the stands for a numiber of years. "Utne Recipe Con testfoûr pokloyers Got a favorite pork recipe? Then why not enter it in Ontario Pork's 50th anniversary recipe contest which runs until September-30. 1Prizes include a deluxe food processor, a set of gourmet cookware or a cookbook. Simple send in a original, unpublished recipe that uses at least one pound of fresh pork to Ontario Port 50th Anniversary. Recipe Contest, 20 Eglinton Ave. W.. Box 2040, Toronto M4R 1K8. Include your name, address, city, province, postal code and telephone number. The contest is open to Ontario residents over 19 except for employees of Ontario Pork and their immediate families. A complete set of contest rules is available by writing the above address. Reader" hails from Ohio and its July/August issue "Making a Living vs. Making a Life" is indicative of its contemplative approach to environental and lifestyle issues. "Vegetarian Times" from Illinois is of interest not only to the committed vegetarian, but is worthwhile for anyone interested in cooking and trying new ideas in the kitchen. This- publication provides recipes for 10w-budget meals, and incorporates the philosophy of a vegetarian diet with good health and exercise, as well as introduces the reader to the wide range of products on the market. If you are really committed to the 3R's, "Garbage" published in Colorado, is the perfect magazine for you. 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