It’s time for Daylight Saving Time! Time to spring forward.
Don’t forget to turn your clocks forward one hour when you go to bed Saturday night.
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A special happy birthday to Jeff Salmeri of Belleair Beach, Florida.
Sal celebrates his birthday Monday, March 13.
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Doesn’t seem possible that spring break starts Friday, March 10!
Watch out for all the kids next week as they enjoy some (hopefully) warm spring days!
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Happy birthday to Jennifer Maynard Brewer, Zac Duffy, Linda Hurst, Kelley Eyler, Dave Northcutt, Doug Buterbaugh, Fernando Auz, Antonia Ortiz, Coral Vazeuez, Janie Braden, Tammy Rangel, Leon Chausse, Karen Bollenbach, Phil Clark, Anna Ray Berger, Nanette Belicek, Dan Abney, Connor Gantz, Conner Frankenberg and Merle Clark.
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Auditions will be held for Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of Aladdin Monday, March 20, at 3:30 p.m. and end by 5:30 p.m.
Aladdin will be presented from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25, from 3-4 p.m. at the old Purcell Junior High Auditorium, 201 Lester Lane.
Students enrolled in grades kindergarden through 12th grade are invited to audition.
Students from surrounding schools may audition for a fee of $25 which is refundable if the student is not cast.
For more information call Cindy Stone at Purcell Elementary School at 405-442-0099.
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Join your friends at the Purcell Public Library for “Let’s Get Gardening: Raised Bed Gardening” Saturday, March 4 from 1-2 p.m.
Gardens come in all shapes and sizes. Grow your knowledge and love of gardening through discussion and demonstration with a McClain County OSU Extension Educator.
In this program, we will learn how you can grow your own garden in a raised bed and how it can benefit your health. Discover new strategies and perspectives in growing a garden while also meeting fellow plant lovers. Whether you are just getting started or an expert gardener, there is something for you. The program is for adults 18+ and registration is required.
For more information call the library at 405-527-5546.
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Join in on “Information Investigation: Genealogy Help” a program sponsored by the Pioneer Library System.
The program will be held from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, March 11, at the McClain County Museum, 203 W. Washington St., in Purcell.
Our world is full of information. Learn how to find and identify credible information on genealogy. The program is designed for adults.
Learn the skills and tools needed to become an information investigator. Practice evaluating information and checking the credibility of your sources in this program on genealogy.
For more information on the program, call the library at 405-527-5546.
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This recipe is one of the easiest one-pot meals.
One Pot Taco Spaghetti
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 lb ground beef
1 oz. package taco seasoning
14 oz. can diced tomatoes
2 cups water
8 oz spaghetti, uncooked
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Add garlic, onion, and ground beef to a large skillet. Break it up into chunks with a spoon or spatula while cooking. Cook until browned. Then, drain the excess fat.
Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and water. Mix to combine. Then, add spaghetti. Be sure that spaghetti is covered with the liquid. Bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to low and cover skillet with a lid. Simmer for 12-15 minutes or until spaghetti is cooked, stirring occasionally.
Remove the lid. Cook for a few minutes more or until excess liquid evaporates. Turn off the heat.
Add shredded cheddar cheese and cover the skillet with a lid again. Let the cheese melt and serve immediately.
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