When the weather begins to heat up, it can only mean one thing: Berry season is upon us! Preserve the flavors of summer for a bit longer by canning your favorite warm weather fruits. Here are a few easy summer canning recipes.

Peach Preserves [allrecipes.com]
Few fruits taste more like summer than juicy peaches, and this recipe for sweet peach preserves is just as delicious as an actual peach. Spread it on crusty bread, your morning bagel or even hearty biscuits once colder weather strikes.

Pineapple Chili Salsa [freshpreserving.com/]
Most people don’t live in the type of climate where pineapples grow, but these tropical fruits certainly do feel like summer even if they’re store-bought. Make a zesty pineapple salsa to last you all winter long using those whole pineapples from your local grocer.

Strawberry Refrigerator Jam [thekitchn.com]
Strawberries are just as delicate as they are delicious, so elongate their short lifespans by using them in a simple, basic jam. This easy recipe is perfect for even the most novice jam-makers, and it tastes much more special than name brand versions. Best of all, it only takes a surplus of strawberries and a bit of sugar to make.

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Zanzabar first opened its doors back in 1938, but that doesn't mean it remains stuck in the past. To the contrary, this Louisville bar has evolved just as much as, or maybe more than, other businesses in the city. Part bar and restaurant, part music venue, part vintage arcade, there's plenty to see, do, and drink at Zanzabar, also know as Zbar.

Most folks come for the live music. Both local and nationally renowned acts grace the stage at Zanzabar, and their music styles run the gamut. Dancing is encouraged. But almost as many patrons flock to Zbar for its pinball machines. You can join in the pinball tournament every Sunday night, or just play one of the vintage machines for a few rounds any night of the week. Some of the old-school machines date back to the late '70s. Other video games are slightly newer—as in from the '80s. Sega, Atari, and Nintendo Donkey Kong are among them. Refuel with a gourmet pizza and a frosty beer after a few rounds in the arcade.

Zanzabar
2100 S. Preston Street
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 635-9227
zanzabarlouisville.com
www.yelp.com/biz/zanzabar-louisville

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So you might not be the neatest person in the world, but that doesn’t mean that you have to deal with clutter cramping the style in your apartment. There are a number of smart, simple ways to de-clutter your space without spending hours cleaning every day. Here are just a few tips for managing the mess.

• Think function, not fashion. Sure, that matching furniture set might look great, but that doesn’t mean that it actually works in the room. Having too large furniture (or even too much furniture) is a surefire way to make a room look cluttered. Downsize to maximize your space.
• Create a place for everything. Go through your home and make a note of everything that doesn’t have its own designated space, from the stack of mail to your everyday beauty products. Invest in small bins or drawer organizers where you can toss things to keep them out of sight.
• Add shelving. Keep things off of the floor by adding shelving anywhere that clutter frequently accumulates. Add attractive bins or boxes that you can put things in.
• Spend a few minutes. Take a few minutes before bed each night to make one final sweep of your home, putting things away and getting organized. Waking up to a tidy house will make you want to get in the habit of de-cluttering.

Clear Clutter and Take Control of Your Life [All You]
Clutter Control in 10 Steps [Family Circle]
25 Ways to Clear Clutter [Style at Home]

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