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Ya'll Stop By And Sit A Spell

Submitted by Michelle Rhoades- Mossy Creek Soap Studio, Adventures In Soapmaking
Sunday, April 24th, 2011, 8:14am
Ya'll Stop By And Sit A Spell

This weekend I made a stop in Old Downtown Byron, Georgia. Who ever said Byron was a sleepy little town was wrong...Check out this very cool Deli..right in the heart of downtown. 

Sara Jo McLean, (Warner Robins, Georgia) owns this deli, they opened their doors in December 2010.  Speaking with Sara's daughter, I've come to find out that she was a former military wife like myself. It seems that giving half the chance we can take a little bit from everywhere we've been and then bring it back home to make something special like the "Drugstore Deli". 

Sara has stayed true to the name as well.  She tried out another name in the beginning but everyone kept calling it the drugstore deli. It's kinda hard to change anybody's mind here in the South. Especially when we associate it with directions and certain childhood memories. So the next time you're in middle Georgia or want a change of scenery, go have lunch in Byron at the Drugstore Deli.

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Meetup for Earth Day!

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011, 10:52am

Earth Day is this Friday.

Are you doing anything to commemorate the day? 

When you Google Earth Day, this comes up. The Natural Conservancy tells you what five things you can do for the Earth right now. [You don't even need a shovel!]

This year, you can have a "picnic for the planet" by meeting up withpeople in your community.

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Organic… What does it really mean?

Submitted by Michelle Rhoades- Mossy Creek Soap Studio, Adventures In Soapmaking
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011, 5:55am
Organic… What does it really mean?

The term “Organic” has been used loosely in recent years, so I thought I would discuss what it really means and who can use it in the cosmetics, body and bath products..  First, the term organic cannot be used the same way as “All Natural” or “Natural.”

Organic is a term which is certified by the USDA National Organic Program.

The USDA-accredited organic certifying agent must certify the company before they can use the term “organic” and use of their symbol.

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Georgia National Fair Announces Concert

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Monday, April 18th, 2011, 11:13am

Country music artist Blake Shelton is scheduled to perform at the Georgia National Fair on October 8.

Shelton will perform in Reaves Arena at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter.

Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online only starting August 27.

Read more about Blake Shelton and his music.

The Georgia National Fair is scheduled for October 6-16, 2011.

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Go Fish: Admission Discount

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Friday, April 15th, 2011, 9:52am

Through the month of April, the Go Fish Education Center is offering a dollar off admission for all Houston County residents.

Just show your valid driver's license.

The Go Fish Education Center is open Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.

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Made in America

Submitted by Michelle Rhoades- Mossy Creek Soap Studio, Adventures In Soapmaking
Thursday, April 14th, 2011, 10:40am
Made in America

There is a new movement happening, anything handmade and local are hot items these days. You can see this happening online at Etsy.com, your local craft shows during the holidays and your local farmers markets in spring.  Who wouldn’t want something grown or made/crafted with skilled hands from a neighbor?  I know I do! 

I know you’ve seen it.  But do you understand it? The new buzz phrase… “Made in America.”  Sounds great doesn’t it….Say out loud  “Made in America.”  

Ok.. so maybe I should have said “ Buy Local”…  Or what about “Handcrafted,” “Handmade,” and “Homemade.”  I have to ask the big question?  Do you buy local? Or just grab something from the big box stores? 

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Making Cold Processed Lye Soap

Submitted by Michelle Rhoades- Mossy Creek Soap Studio, Adventures In Soapmaking
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011, 7:20pm
Making Cold Processed Lye Soap

This is my husband Dan making a soap video for a bunch of guys on his local forum.  In this video he is showing the process of mixing lye and water together.  Please be mindful and respect the lye.  It is a caustic soda and it will burn you if not properly handled.

(In the Mossy Creek Soap Studio we teach you how to properly handle the lye) But for right now you will need a face mask, chemical gloves, eye protection and we suggest closed toed shoes as well before you ever open the container.  

If you would like to see more go to our website and check out the completed processes in making Lye Soap.

And if you're interested in learning more about making soap as a hobby or as a new business consider taking classes in our Studio at the Mossy Creek Soap Studio, located at 4501 Russell Parkway, Suite 6 in Warner Robins.  

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