Harvest season is underway for even volunteer crops...
Photo courtesy TOT archives
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*Correction: Wednesday’s Recap of the City Council meeting inaccurately stated the water tower project was on schedule to begin in November. In fact, the project is slated for completion in November. City Clerk Michelle Whitten set the record straight:
The Water Tower Project - Preliminary Schedule: Mt Baker Silo (new tower) has 6.5 weeks’ worth of work from start to finish. They are looking to begin mid-August. Rehabilitation of the old tower is set to commence around October 1, spanning approximately 1 month on the inside and outside on the existing reservoir.
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Rachel says: SteamBoat Plaza is having their Grand Opening Friday and Saturday. We will have a drink special and a basket giveaway. On Facebook here.
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Toledo Community Library’s Pat Caldwell says: if you have room, could you mention the Library Book and Bake Sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. We will also have two authors doing book signings.
Vision:Toledo’s Sheila Richardson says: I feel like the Wine and Cheese Garden, and Toledo alum Debby Lee's book signing isn't getting enough love for cool things during Cheese Days.
Vision:Toledo website link here. On Facebook, here.
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Steamboat Alley’s Jamie Cummings says: I'll be in the Alley on Saturday raising money and soliciting supplies during the day. Please stop by and say hello!
In the evening on Saturday, Ethan and I are selling homemade mac & cheese and a cheese and fruit sampler plate at the Wine & Cheese tent. Rosecrest Farm, Black Sheep Creamery, and Domina Dairy have donated cheeses, and Starts with a Bang! donated the rest of the supplies, so all food sales go directly to the Alley.
We're also selling engraved pavers for the finished Alley. The cost is $100 for a 12" x 12" paver and you can put up to 7 lines of 14 characters each. Order forms are available in the white box at the entrance to the Alley.
Also in the white box is our supply wish list. We need everything from paint and plywood to wrought iron bistro chairs and a small American flag with 43 stars. If you know of anyone who would be willing to share anything on it, please let me know!
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Steamboat Alley’s Jamie Cummings says: I'll be in the Alley on Saturday raising money and soliciting supplies during the day. Please stop by and say hello!
In the evening on Saturday, Ethan and I are selling homemade mac & cheese and a cheese and fruit sampler plate at the Wine & Cheese tent. Rosecrest Farm, Black Sheep Creamery, and Domina Dairy have donated cheeses, and Starts with a Bang! donated the rest of the supplies, so all food sales go directly to the Alley.
We're also selling engraved pavers for the finished Alley. The cost is $100 for a 12" x 12" paver and you can put up to 7 lines of 14 characters each. Order forms are available in the white box at the entrance to the Alley.
Also in the white box is our supply wish list. We need everything from paint and plywood to wrought iron bistro chairs and a small American flag with 43 stars. If you know of anyone who would be willing to share anything on it, please let me know!
Photo from TOT archives
Our next work day is scheduled for Sunday, July 31 at 10 a.m. We'll be prepping the planters by putting in a wicking bed system that will require less frequent watering for the plants. As always, lunch will be provided.
I hope to see you all out this weekend!
Contact her at (360)864-2602 or email jamie.cummings.toledo@gmail.com.
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Today: Cheese Days kicks off with The Big Cheese Toast 6-9 p.m. at Morgan Arts Centre. This year’s esteemed Big Cheeses - Lewis and Jan Rohrig. Light refreshments, door prizes, more. Tix $12.50. Brought to you by Toledo Lions Club. 2016 Cheese Days schedule link here.
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Friday: Toledo Food Bank open second and fourth Fridays 10 a.m - 1 p.m behind City Hall.
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Also: Art Gallery 505 Opening Night 4-8 p.m. Theme: Toledo Made. Meet makers spanning the range of media, enjoy live music and light refreshments. Website here. On Facebook here.
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And: Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone46@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.
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Plus: Chimi’s features karaoke 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. with DJ Big Daddy Rick, and no cover charge. Facebook link here.
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To the reader who requested just the Peanut Butter Cup Recipe (sans the Pinterest link): not sure if this recipe is copyrighted, so here’s the website link, including a Print version near the bottom.
Bon Appetit!
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Open invitation: Cheese Days schedules are in print everywhere, PDF versions on Vision:Toledo and Lions Club websites. What’s missing? Everyone’s favorite side dish - garage sales!
In line with Cheese Days Theme 2016: Giving Back, Friday you can promote your sale here - free. Include dates/times, address and details. Or snap a pic of your flyer and email to address at the bottom of this column.
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Tip o’ the hat to Lisa’s Diner in Onalaska for accommodating my menu restrictions and serving up a mouth-watering burger and fries in a relaxed atmosphere with light banter.
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Tip o’ the hat to Lisa’s Diner in Onalaska for accommodating my menu restrictions and serving up a mouth-watering burger and fries in a relaxed atmosphere with light banter.
They have Turtle Cheesecake, too! On Facebook here.
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