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San Marcos Art League seeking young artists to participate in Art Scared Oct. 24

The San Marcos Art League (SMAL) is bringing a new temporary public art installation to the exterior windows of participating establishments on the historic downtown Square via a unique kid’s art project titled Art Scared. Elementary – High School-aged children are invited to paint a section of a designated window on Saturday, Oct. 24 with a Halloween-themed image. Painted windows will remain on display for the public to enjoy through the end of the month.

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This large horse trough container features Hawaiian Ti, Rockin Golden Delicious on the ends and Blue My Mind evolvulus, Diamond Frost euphorbia and Superbells Coralina calibrachoa as fillers and spillers. Photos by James Winter

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Zebra longwing butterflies spar for position on this blooming Rockin Golden Delicious salvia. Photo by Norman Winter

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Rockin Golden Delicious salvia, Hawaiian Ti and Fiesta hibiscus create a Carnival in Rio atmosphere. Photo by James Winter

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Rockin Golden Delicious salvia also attracts hummingbirds with its nectar. Photo by Norman Winter

Rockin Golden Delicious Salvia: Festive for all occasions

This is the time of the year we revel in the Golden Delicious. Of course, The Garden Guy is referring to the Rockin Golden Delicious pineapple sage. While we have been loving every minute of it through the long, hot summer it is the short days of early fall that bring on the added cause of celebration.

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A Word About Recycling

Continuing from last week with information taken from an article in the E-Waste newsletter, we’ll start by talking more about a new recycling company in Nevada. This new company is aiming to become one of the major companies having an electric vehicle battery recycling operation. We find they have already raised $40 million to fund their efforts.

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With a rich and savory roux, this spicy gumbo will add an extra kick, or lagniappe, to your game day feast. Free Use Photo

Lagniappe!

For many fans who love to see their favorite sports in person, tailgating is as much fun as the event itself. And no tailgate is complete without ample amounts of food. Those who want to add a touch of Louisiana homecooking to their tailgates can try the following recipe for “Chicken, Crawfish and Sausage Gumbo” from Neal Corman and Chris Peterson’s “Virgil’s Barbecue Road Trip Cookbook” (St. Martin’s Press).

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