Before you throw away Expired Food

Be sure to check with the local Food Banks:

I was sent this by a ward member who had read about our "Free Food" ads.

"Last week my company did a service project at the United Food Bank. Per the government standards, if the can is clean / shiny / not bulging then the food within is deemed good for 5 to 6 years past expiration date. The food bank can only utilize the canned goods if there is also pre-printed nutritional information from the manufacturer on the can. (No home-canned goods allowed.)

I know that I have thrown out food that was only a year past the expiration date. If I had known, I could have donated the food and helped feed some hungry neighbors. The Food Bank is always in need of donations. What a great way to help the community and clean out our pantries." Merilee Fuller

So if you are thinking of throwing away, make a phone call first. Maybe we can put together a car pool of free, expired food. Humanitarian rings a bell to me. :)

How to Place an Add

Adobe Villa Trading Post is now up and running. The Trading Post will allow Ward members to barter, sell, give away and trade. What a better way to help out those around you. Everyone can benefit from your skills and what you no longer need or want.

We are so excited to get this site up and running. So here is how it will work:

Your listing will be emailed to: AdobeVillaWardRS@gmail.com

When submitting your ad, please submit as listed below (only list one category per ad):

Example Adds:

Bartering: Wanted – my house cleaned in exchange for a two room carpet shampooing.

Freebies: 28 - size one diapers. Not in original package, but brand new.

Wanted: Standing lamp. Any kind will do.

For Sale: Rocking chair. Needs new cover. $15.00 OBO

Garage Sale: Saturday, June 13th, 6:30 – 1:00 Misc. items

You can also submit one picture per ad. Those interested can request more if wanted.

At the end of your ad, please include the following information:

Your name and the best way to contact you (phone, text, email)

For Items that are Bartering, Freebies, Wanted or For Sale. You will need to send an email when the items have been sold, taken, received or exchanged. A notation will be made on the site so you will no longer receive inquiries on your ad.