In today’s column:
- Recap: Gallery 505 Open House
- Fire Department Applications Up Following Chronicle Article
- Weekend Outlook & Beyond
The Chinook Observer warns: UW: ‘Major Windstorm Heading for Pacific Northwest Coastal Waters’...Weather experts are warning a coastal windstorm ( around 11 a.m. PDT this) Friday will be the kind of low-pressure event that “would only be expected once in several million hours,” according to University of Washington meteorologist Cliff Mass. (One million hours equals about 114 years.) Gusts could reach 60-70 mph.
Accompanying chart predicts the path and forces. Take note if you plan to travel the coastal areas tomorrow.
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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op announces: Congratulations to Kathy Tyner, the winner of our "Bring in your Post Card" drawing.
Accompanying chart predicts the path and forces. Take note if you plan to travel the coastal areas tomorrow.
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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op announces: Congratulations to Kathy Tyner, the winner of our "Bring in your Post Card" drawing.
Yesterday’s Opening Night featured some locally sourced libations and snacks including an unusual blueberry-rhubarb cream cheese crackers. Despite Spring vacations reducing the local population considerably, turnout was good, conversations and comments lively. Stop by and enjoy April’s theme “Spring Art & Garden Show.” Our regular hours are: 1- 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Also on Facebook.
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Diane says: Volunteer firefighter applications have increased since The Chronicle featured Toledo Fire Department’s plea for new candidates March 24, 2017. She went on to thank everyone for their part in promoting local emergency services.
Due to recent publicity on several fronts - local banners, online and print media - Toledo’s trademark strong volunteerism is buoying hope in the Department.
In addition to online applications, those interested can attend a weekly Monday drill held 7 p.m. at Station #2 (main station, 150 North Second Street, Toledo, WA 98591) to get a first-hand view of ongoing training.
Candidates are subject to background checks, must be 18 years of age,* able to respond to the main station within 15 minutes of the tone, and maintain at least 10% response rate on callouts.
Update: Saturday’s First Aid/CPR class has been filled. Toledo Fire Department offers these courses twice yearly to the community. Volunteers get their course as part of their training. One more reason...
Toledo Fire Department is also on Facebook.
*Junior firefighters aged 16-17 are also strongly encouraged to get on board. Nothing enhances your resume’ like volunteering with the fire department.
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Vision:Toledo Cool & Connected goal of implementing a downtown WiFi Zone is not far off, according to Sheila Richardson of ToledoTel in response to TDN’s photo & article on Castle Rock’s new signs going up.
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Tonight: Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.
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Saturday:
Also on Facebook.
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Diane says: Volunteer firefighter applications have increased since The Chronicle featured Toledo Fire Department’s plea for new candidates March 24, 2017. She went on to thank everyone for their part in promoting local emergency services.
Due to recent publicity on several fronts - local banners, online and print media - Toledo’s trademark strong volunteerism is buoying hope in the Department.
In addition to online applications, those interested can attend a weekly Monday drill held 7 p.m. at Station #2 (main station, 150 North Second Street, Toledo, WA 98591) to get a first-hand view of ongoing training.
Candidates are subject to background checks, must be 18 years of age,* able to respond to the main station within 15 minutes of the tone, and maintain at least 10% response rate on callouts.
Update: Saturday’s First Aid/CPR class has been filled. Toledo Fire Department offers these courses twice yearly to the community. Volunteers get their course as part of their training. One more reason...
Toledo Fire Department is also on Facebook.
*Junior firefighters aged 16-17 are also strongly encouraged to get on board. Nothing enhances your resume’ like volunteering with the fire department.
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Vision:Toledo Cool & Connected goal of implementing a downtown WiFi Zone is not far off, according to Sheila Richardson of ToledoTel in response to TDN’s photo & article on Castle Rock’s new signs going up.
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Tonight: Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.
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Saturday:
Support Toledo Senior Center while skipping the dishes. Catch up with your neighbors, have a second cup of coffee, and sit a spell.
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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features chicken cordon bleu, rice pilaf, asparagus and tropical fruit plus herb dinner roll, Friday beef stroganoff over noodles with NW veggies, plums and dinner roll.
Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.
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Reminder: School resumes Monday with a two-hour late start.
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Tuesday: Toledo School District thanks to everyone who came to the last Facilities Advisory Committee meeting March 29. Next meeting is 6 PM Tuesday, April 11. There will be a full report on the TSD website. All community members are invited to participate.
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Wednesday: Toledo’s Mighty Fine Seniors meet 1 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at the Toledo Senior Center. Especially during the transition from a county-operated entity to another model, your participation and voice are important in shaping the future of this, and all Senior Centers in Lewis County.
3 kinds of folks: those who watch things happen, those who make things happen, and those who wonder what happened.
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Don’t forget!
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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features chicken cordon bleu, rice pilaf, asparagus and tropical fruit plus herb dinner roll, Friday beef stroganoff over noodles with NW veggies, plums and dinner roll.
Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.
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Reminder: School resumes Monday with a two-hour late start.
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Tuesday: Toledo School District thanks to everyone who came to the last Facilities Advisory Committee meeting March 29. Next meeting is 6 PM Tuesday, April 11. There will be a full report on the TSD website. All community members are invited to participate.
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Wednesday: Toledo’s Mighty Fine Seniors meet 1 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at the Toledo Senior Center. Especially during the transition from a county-operated entity to another model, your participation and voice are important in shaping the future of this, and all Senior Centers in Lewis County.
3 kinds of folks: those who watch things happen, those who make things happen, and those who wonder what happened.
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Don’t forget!
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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Everyday Heroes: Envisioned as a local September 11 observation recognizing lesser-known acts of kindness and heroism. Send your nominations to toledo.columnist@gmail.com.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Everyday Heroes: Envisioned as a local September 11 observation recognizing lesser-known acts of kindness and heroism. Send your nominations to toledo.columnist@gmail.com.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
