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03.30.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

3/30/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Review: Camp Read S’more Reading Night At Elementary School A Success
  • School District News: Julie McDonald Commentary On Bond Issue
  • Spanish Language Classes Offered Locally
  • Permaculture Society: Visiting Lakota Artist Offers Traditional Skills Instruction
  • Today: Red Cross Blood Drive, THS Band Dinner & Bingo, MAP Summer Program Meeting
  • Weekend Outlook: Gallery 505 Wraps Up Wood Is Good, Wall Of Honor Brick Deadline
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy of Toledo Lions Club

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Toledo School District reported: Amazing Camp Read S’more (last night).
Images courtesy of TSD

Lots of family fun and everyone gets a book to keep! Thanks Toledo PTO!

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Comment  from School Board member Brad Dykstra in The Chronicle’s article  Yes Vote For Next Toledo Bond Is A No-Brainer by Julie Mcdonald:

We have the opportunity to build a NEW high school with a Distressed Schools Grant from the state and state construction assistance if we are willing to pass at $7 million bond and tax ourselves $0.99/ 1000. A friend of mine handed $7 to a preschooler and then showed her $25. She asked the preschooler, "Would you give me your $7 if I gave you my $25? The preschooler made the trade. Will we?

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Andrea Jones posted:

Is anyone else local interested in beginning Spanish language lessons? Kids and/or adults? I have heard a few express interest (and would personally be interested as well). I have someone willing and available to teach a class once or twice a week beginning in May, even throughout the summer! Looking to get a group of 6-8 so we have others to practice with, to keep the cost down, and also make it worth her time and energy. Message me!

Update: For those interested - please post your preferred days/times - thanks!

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Toledo Community Library shared: NEXT ADULT PAGE TURNERS …
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Image courtesy of Toledo Community Library

Adult Page Turners meet 1:30 PM last Wednesday monthly to discuss selected books, and choose next read.

Details at new website: http://www.toledocommunitylibrary.org/

*Thanks to Charlie, the heart & soul of Toledo Community Library, for faithfully keeping me up to date. You rock.

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Billie Washington‎ via Lewis County Permaculture Society writes: My cousin will be visiting the farm periodically this spring and summer, he is a full blooded Lakota from Cheyenne River Sioux, Eagle Butte, SD.
He is an artist. I’ve told him about our community and he is offering to teach some skills when he is here. Smoke tanning, pouches for knives, Tobacco pouches, foraging pouches, almost anything you can think of. The process would be very traditional. Would anyone have interest in this? His wife is a Navajo healer. Let me know. Thank you.

Contact Billie through post link.

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Today: Toledo Presbyterian Church hosts their Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM today, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Thanks to all who have already booked in advance! Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

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Deadline today - Toledo Middle School shared:
Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.

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Deadline today: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

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Tonight: THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

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Also tonight - Andrea Jones posted: MAP enrichment programs is looking for summer outdoor adventure day-camp volunteers and class instructors. If you have one hour, a day, a week or 5 weeks to spare this summer, you can help! Come, learn more about our vision and goals, bring your ideas to help us brainstorm and make this summer awesome! Volunteers are the heart of any summer camp experience, YOU make day-camp a fun, meaningful and memorable experience!

Meets 6:30 PM tonight at Annie’s place. Details here.


Also: Summer adventure day-camp flyers go out this week and registration opens next week! Pre-register now to reserve a spot!

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Path of Hope Al-Anon AFG meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday & Friday are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Call (360)864-2112 or click on link above for details.

March Silent Auction wraps up today. Don’t miss out on your final bid! Bids close at noon.

Second Time Around Thrift Store helps stretch your budget while supporting Lewis County Senior Centers, already making a difference in their third month. Thanks to all who donate time & goods to make this non-profit grow!

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Weekend Outlook: Gallery 505 March Exhibit wraps up Saturday, March 31.
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Image courtesy of Gallery 505

Unique handcrafted works by area artisans and makers, heirloom gifts sure to be treasured long after that special occasion.  

Open 1 - 5 PM Wednesday through Saturday.
Schedule and details at: www.artgallery505.com
Up next week: EARTH Recycled
Also on Facebook.

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Last day Saturday: Jim Fluckinger reminds readers - If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park, Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

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Sunday: Easter is celebrated at area churches this Sunday, a reminder of eternal faith, hope & love.

Two years ago on April 1, my own return to life left me with a new appreciation of each precious day, and a glimpse of “the peace that passeth all understanding.”

I am forever changed.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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NEW! Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.
NEW! Toledo Youth Cheerleading Sign Ups 6-7 PM May 3, or 10-11 AM May 5 @ THS
NEW! Kid’s Fishing Derby 8 AM-1:30 PM May 12 @ South Lewis County Park (Wallace Pond)
STILL AVAILABLE! Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5. Phone 360-864-4247.

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For The Love Of Sports: Toledo School District ISO* an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
 
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First Spring Clean-Up: Common Ground Toledo posted:
April 5th at 9:30am, join Toledo Lions Club and Common Ground Toledo volunteers at Kemp Olson Park.
We’ll be clearing a downed tree, cleaning and restocking the wood shed, and assembling new park benches.
Hot dogs and beverages will be provided. Bring gloves!
 
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For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

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Fun: April 8 Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

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Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

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For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

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For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

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For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

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Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

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03.28.2018 Wednesday Column

3/28/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Alum Davidson: Cost-Effectiveness Of Small Rural Schools
  • Toledo School District: Parent/Teacher Conferences, Art
  • Music In The Curriculum
  • Boone On School Shootings: Two Bold Views
  • Siegel On NASA Budget Victory: Short And Bittersweet
  • Today: Library Page Turners Club
  • Thursday: TES Reading Night, Paint Night At The MAC
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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From vision:Toledo, this link from a Toledo alum and long-time supporter:
http://www.ruraledu.org/user_uploads/…/Dollars_and_Sense.pdf
Thanks to Larry Davidson (who happens to live in Colorado and care about Toledo) for sharing this research paper on the dis-economies and drawbacks of school consolidations and loss of small schools in rural communities. It is lengthy but confirms why most feel consolidating Toledo and Winlock does not make good sense. If you don't have time to read it, the good stuff starts on page 18 or just read the summary on page 31. It makes some EXCELLENT points.
 
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Toledo School District announced: Parent/Teacher conferences (Tuesday and) Wednesday. No other school-sponsored events or practices on these two evenings so that students and parents can attend these important meetings.

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Toledo School District shared:
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TES after school project graces the district office.

Also:
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Images courtesy of Toledo School District

Seen in Art class at THS (yesterday).

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MAPS Enrichment Programs provider Andrea Jones shared: Yes, this (Music Lessons Are The Best Thing Your Parents Ever Did For You, According To Science).

I’m so pleased that our school is beginning a music program “Music and the Brain” including piano/keyboard lessons for all our elementary students next fall! When schools use evidenced-based practices to prioritize and invest in our kids, the benefits reach far and wide. Way to go Toledo

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Grange member Tom Boone linked a post gone viral on one mother’s shrewd insight into what is wrong with our kids today, originally published March 24, including update. It begins:

In light of the recent shootings in Florida and then recently at our local high school (GMHS) where a boy went into school last week and shot his ex-girlfriend (she died) and then himself (he died) we all ask what is wrong with our kids today?? I may not know all the answers but I think I know one!!

Here is a photo that I took this AM. It shows my broken sprayer bottle (that I use to spray the c...See More

For Every Mom editor Jenny Rapson of Ohio offers her own take on the story above, and this one: Florida Teacher On School Shooting: “I’ll Be the One Brave Enough to Say It”

What are your thoughts on these two school shooting related stories?

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Local astrophysicist Ethan Siegel warned of short-term victory for NASA 2018 Budget:

“Loser: Long-term stability. As big of a fight as it was to get this bill passed and the crippling proposed cuts by the President overturned, it expires on September 30th of this year. All of these battles will likely need to be fought again in the very short term; WFIRST, James Webb, the Office of Education, and NASA’s Earth Science will quite possibly see additional attempts to curtail, cut, or eliminate them entirely. In past administrations, it was rare to see an already funded-and-agreed-upon mission cancelled. If this year is any indication of what’s to come, there will likely be additional battles required to ensure that many of these missions are seen through to fruition.”
Last week, both houses of Congress put forth the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018, where after threatening a veto, it was signed into law by President Trump on Friday. On the surface, it looks like a tremendous victory for science across-the-board, as many programs that were threatened to be cut or cancelled had their funding restored. However, it’s extremely important to remember that despite all the efforts that went into overturning the President’s proposed cuts, this victory only extends for 6 month; on September 30th, this $1.3T budget expires. At that point, all of these hard-won victories for science, education, and the American people may need to be battles that are fought all over again. In addition, there are some dangerous new precedents that are set here, including the warmongering “America First National Space Strategy.”
Be pleased with the victories that have just been won in this latest budget fight, but don’t get complacent. The war for the soul of America is just getting started.

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Today: Toledo New Life Community Food Bank 10 a.m. - noon last Tuesday & Wednesday monthly serving our community area of Toledo by sharing the love of Christ through the essential needs we all have.

Visit http://www.toledo-new-life.com or call (360)864-4366.

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Also: Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners hold their book discussion 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.

Open Wednesday til 7 PM, Thursday & Saturday til 5 PM.
More at: http://www.toledocommunitylibrary.org/
Phone: (360)864-4247
Also on Facebook.

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Last Chance: Gallery 505 March Exhibit wraps up Saturday, March 31.
Picture
Image courtesy of Gallery 505

Unique handcrafted works by area artisans and makers, heirloom gifts sure to be treasured long after that special occasion.  

Open 1 - 5 PM Wednesday through Saturday.
Schedule and details at: www.artgallery505.com
Up next month: EARTH Recycled
Also on Facebook.

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Freegan fans - The Chip Guy wrote last night: The food warehouse, located at 1025 F St in Centralia, will be open tomorrow, March 28th, at 5 pm. Please do not arrive before 445.
There is a lot of produce for tomorrow's give.

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Thursday: TES PTO declares - It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.


Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre
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Images courtesy Di Morgan

Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

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Andrea Jones posted: MAP enrichment programs is looking for summer outdoor adventure day-camp volunteers and class instructors. If you have one hour, a day, a week or 5 weeks to spare this summer, you can help! Come, learn more about our vision and goals, bring your ideas to help us brainstorm and make this summer awesome! Volunteers are the heart of any summer camp experience, YOU make day-camp a fun, meaningful and memorable experience!

Meets 6:30 PM Friday at Annie’s place. Details at link above.

***

Mark Your Calendars - Common Ground Toledo posted:
April 5th at 9:30am, join Toledo Lions Club and Common Ground Toledo volunteers at Kemp Olson Park.
We’ll be clearing a downed tree, cleaning and restocking the wood shed, and assembling new park benches.
Hot dogs and beverages will be provided. Bring gloves!

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

***

NEW! Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.
NEW! Second Time Around Thrift Store Ribbon Cutting Ceremony noon March 29
NEW! Toledo Youth Cheerleading Sign Ups 6-7 PM May 3, or 10-11 AM May 5 @ THS
NEW! Kid’s Fishing Derby 8 AM-1:30 PM May 12 @ South Lewis County Park (Wallace Pond)
STILL AVAILABLE! Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.

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Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

Feast & Fun: March 30th THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

***

Jim Fluckinger reminds readers: If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park, Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***
 
For The Love Of Sports: Toledo School District ISO* an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
 
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Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

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For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

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For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.27.2018 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

3/27/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Common Ground Toledo Reports Successful Week
  • Lasagna Gardening At Native Soil Farm
  • Toledo Thursday Market Meeting, Earth Day Event At Camp Singing Wind
  • School District Report: Parent/Teacher Conferences This Week
  • MAP Enrichment Programs ISO Summer Volunteers & Instructors
  • Today: Toledo New Life Food Bank
  • Wednesday: Library Page Turners Club
  • Tech Tuesday: All Over The Board
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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From TES Kid’s Garden

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Oops! Vision:Toledo’s Arts Rec & Events will NOT meet tonight.
Next meeting: 6:30 p.m. April 24, 2018 at The MAC.

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Common Ground Toledo reported: What a huge and busy week for Toledo and Common Ground.
At the Big Toledo Meeting, Common Ground V.P L.S. Bird-Sonne presented a slideshow with before and after pictures of the progress that has been made in town. The speech and presentation was very well-received and people applauded after almost every picture! People went home with sunflower starts and information on how to get involved with this awesome group!
Images courtesy Common Ground Toledo
 
Over the weekend, Common Ground set up a plant sale on the back porch of Morgan Arts Centre during their Vernal Equinox Art fair and we had a record-breaking day of sales. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and showed us your support. Please feel free to post pictures of the plants you bought to our page.
Thanks again, Toledo!

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Native Soil Farm shares these photos of Permaculture Lasagna Gardening underway:
Images courtesy of Aimee Maestas

Says Aimee Maestas: Lending a hand in getting some garden beds squared away and layered

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Toledo Thursday Market posted: Come on out to help plan the 2018 Toledo Thursday Market! All vendors, organizers, and patrons are welcome.
Planning meeting 6:30 PM April 12 at Camp Singing Wind.
The market will be every Thursday this summer, 3-7pm, from May 10-Oct 11 at the Toledo Downtown Boat Launch.

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Mark Your Calendar: 2 PM April 22

Camp Singing Wind invites: Join us for an Earth Day Potluck and Permaculture Swap! 
Please invite anyone who you think would be interested. All ages, indoors or outdoors depending on weather. 
Please bring some food or drinks to share if you’re able, and some seeds or plants to swap if you’d like. 
It’s also Carol Majewski’s birthday, so we’ll have cake and few other surprises! 
Have any Permie skills you’d like to share that day? Please let us know and we’ll set it up!
More info to come soon, and we hope to see you there!

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Toledo School District announced: Parent/Teacher conferences tonight and Wednesday. No other school-sponsored events or practices on these two evenings so that students and parents can attend these important meetings.

***

Andrea Jones posted: MAP enrichment programs is looking for summer outdoor adventure day-camp volunteers and class instructors. If you have one hour, a day, a week or 5 weeks to spare this summer, you can help! Come, learn more about our vision and goals, bring your ideas to help us brainstorm and make this summer awesome! Volunteers are the heart of any summer camp experience, YOU make day-camp a fun, meaningful and memorable experience!

Meets 6:30 PM Friday at Annie’s place. Details at link above.

***

Today: Toledo New Life Community Food Bank 10 a.m. - noon last Tuesday & Wednesday monthly serving our community area of Toledo by sharing the love of Christ through the essential needs we all have.

Visit http://www.toledo-new-life.com or call (360)864-4366.

***

From the comments: For the month of February Health & Hope Free Clinic was able to provide 25 free visits and our volunteers gave 255 hours! So blessed that we could serve!

Tonight: Health & Hope Medical Outreach opens the doors to their weekly clinic today 5:30 - 8:00 PM, located at 1911 Cooks Hill Rd. Centralia. (NW Pediatrics - West Building).
Health & Hope Medical Outreach provides FREE walk-in medical care and Mental Healthcare to the uninsured and underinsured of Lewis County and South Thurston County.

ISO* We are looking for the donation of a laptop for our newsletter, list management and graphics work. It doesn't need to be new or cutting edge, but ideally would have 17 inch screen, full keyboard, and the internal specifications sufficient for Microsoft Publisher (specs here: http://smallbusiness.chron.com/microsoft-publisher-requirem… ) Can you donate or find someone to sponsor for us? send a private message.

*ISO = In Search Of

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Wednesday: Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners hold their book discussion 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.

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Tech Report: All Over The Board

CNET: Pick up a Roku Streaming Stick 4K+ with $15 VUDU credit & $50 SLING TV for $69.99
Check out their review: Is Movie Pass A Good Deal?
Plus: Three Ways To Fix A Broken Phone Screen

Mashable: Why Every Phone Battery Eventually Dies
For Cord-Cutters: You Need This $20 HDTV Antenna
Lifehacker: How to Delete Your Phone Contacts from Facebook
Best Apps for Windows & MacOS: App Directory (mostly free)
Deals of the Day: Kinja Deals

Digital Trends: 500,000 downloaded QR code apps with embedded malware from Google Play
True or false? Facebook: Yes, we track your calls and texts, but you told us we could

groovyPost reveals: How to Generate a Windows 10 System Performance Report
And this review: Everything You Need To Know About Getting Started With Google Docs

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

***

NEW! Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.
NEW! Second Time Around Thrift Store Ribbon Cutting Ceremony noon March 29
NEW! Toledo Youth Cheerleading Sign Ups 6-7 PM May 3, or 10-11 AM May 5 @ THS
NEW! Kid’s Fishing Derby 8 AM-1:30 PM May 12 @ South Lewis County Park (Wallace Pond)
STILL AVAILABLE! Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.

***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

Feast & Fun: March 30th THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

***

Jim Fluckinger reminds readers: If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park, Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***
 
For The Love Of Sports: Toledo School District ISO* an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
 
***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.26.2018 Monday Column

3/26/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County Tribune: BIG Toledo Community Meeting, Clinic Closure, Police Contract  
  • Local & State Agency Updates: High Pollen Forecast, Studded Tires, Chinook Harvest
  • School District Reports: Toledo Pride & Sparkle Awards, Track Results, Book Fair
  • Today: Toledo Historical Society Meeting
  • Tuesday: vision:Toledo A.R.E. Meeting
  • Wednesday: Library Page Turners Club
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Image courtesy Lewis County Tribune

Lewis County Tribune reported on last Thursday’s BIG Toledo Community Meeting:
Volunteers Share a Love for Toledo
By Jake Morgan, staff writer
TOLEDO – Volunteers shared new ideas, gave updates on ongoing projects and offered each other encouragement and support at Vision:Toledo’s eighth-annual big community meeting March 22 at the Toledo Middle School.
Projects completed since last year include a popular new mural on the city water tower featuring founder Simon Pla... See More

Other news: Temporary Staffing Shortage Closes Public Immunization Clinic  
Plus: Toledo Rejects End to Police Contract

Follow Lewis County Tribune on Facebook for breaking news & insider reports.
See more news at www.lewiscountytribune.com

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Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo Fire Dept) links an allergy tracker; grass & ragweed numbers were low, tree pollen high Sunday, explaining the increase in symptoms locally. 7-day outlook forecasts more high counts Thursday - Saturday, heading into the holiday weekend.

***

WSDOT Update: Due to the potential for some late-season snow, we are extending the deadline to remove studded tires by two weeks.
The deadline for removal is now Sunday, April 15.

***

Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife sharply curtailed 2018 Chinook harvesting on the Cowlitz as of March 17: Approximately 5,000 spring chinook salmon are expected to return to the Cowlitz River in 2018, about 70 percent below the five-year average.

Tentative razor clam digs in April:
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Angela Hill Grove of I(Heart)Logan asked Saturday: Today, I'm asking for prayers for a couple of people! One is getting a transplant and the other is a tiny little guy who also has heart issues and needs a heart. I've seen what your prayers can do!!!

***

The Toledo School District extends: Congratulations to the Toledo High School Track Team.
 https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/318621/results

Other news: This (story) was the beginning of the conversation that led to the $10 million Distressed Schools Grant. Legislators saw the state of the high School and offered to help. http://tdn.com/…/article_488fb863-7b9b-57d3-ab0b-e46ed84a31…

And: Thank you for recognizing and supporting the sparkle in our schools.
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Image courtesy Toledo Middle School

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Toledo Middle School shared: Mrs. Marick and Mr. Johnson handed out Toledo Pride shirts Friday!
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Images courtesy Toledo Middle School

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From Toledo High School:
THS SPORTS
  • March 27th Baseball/Fastpitch @ MWP
                  Soccer vs. White Salmon
  • March 29th Track @ Wahkiakum
                  Baseball/Fastpitch vs. Onalaska
                  Soccer vs. King’s Way
  • March 31st Baseball @ Kittitas


Reminder:

  • March 30th Bingo(6:00) & Dinner(5:00) Band fundraiser
  • April 2nd - 7th SPRING BREAK

***

Toledo (TES) PTO’s Michelle Olson says: Thank you again for all who have signed up to help with the bookfair.
Still looking for a few more volunteers. Can you help Monday 5-7pm, Wednesday 3-5pm or 5-7pm, or Thursday 11:30-1230pm?
Message me if you are interested or with any questions.

***

Monday: Toledo Historical Society meets 4 p.m. fourth Mondays at the Community Library, where the History Room displays early pictures, papers and artifacts generously donated by area families. The Society also participates in numerous projects in the community, and funds scholarships.

New members welcomed.

***

Also Monday: March 26 is Make Up Your Own Holiday Day! It’s also Falafel Appreciation Day, Umbrella Month, and more.
Celebrate everyday and learn a little history at https://www.daysoftheyear.com/

***

Tuesday: vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events meets 6:30 p.m. last Tuesday monthly at Morgan Arts Centre to report on All Things Toledo. Get on board with the movers & shakers in the community, catch up on the latest news and get involved.

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Wednesday: Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners hold their book discussion 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.

***

Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday & Friday are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Call (360)864-2112 or click on link above for details.

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More

***

NEW! Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.
NEW! Second Time Around Thrift Store Ribbon Cutting Ceremony noon March 29
NEW! Toledo Youth Cheerleading Sign Ups 6-7 PM May 3, or 10-11 AM May 5 @ THS
NEW! Kid’s Fishing Derby 8 AM-1:30 PM May 12 @ South Lewis County Park (Wallace Pond)
STILL AVAILABLE! Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared: Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.


***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

Feast & Fun: March 30th THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

***

Jim Fluckinger reminds readers: If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park, Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***
 
For The Love Of Sports: Toledo School District ISO* an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
 
***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.21.2017 Wednesday Column

3/21/2018

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In today’s column:
  • TES PTO Kids Garden From The Air
  • Soil Wall Greenhouse Project Draws Volunteers Of All Ages
  • Toledo Middle School Recounts Family Literacy Night
  • Today: Toledo Lioness Club, World Down Syndrome Day, Chip Guy
  • Thursday: BIG Toledo Community Meeting
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy Jake Dailey

From Jake Dailey: Toledo Elementary School has a kids garden that’s on point! #kidsgarden#schoolgarden #schoolgardens #heynicegarden #pnw #rethinkingrural#pnwonderland #pnwisbest #toledowa #toledoelementryschool#teachingkidstogrowfood

Reminder: Rat poison is wildlife poison! Raptors, coyotes, bobcats, and other predators provide excellent pest control. Ingesting rat poison will either kill them or severely weaken their immune system, leaving them susceptible to mange and other diseases.
Skip rat poison! Save wildlife!

Thanks to Jake Dailey for this timely nudge. Owls have been who-whoing & screeching most evenings around our place, taking up the slack as the aging resident mouser seems to have retired.

***

From Native Soil Farm, Ben Maestas shares: Thank you Andrew and Mary for lighting up the day!!!
Images courtesy Ben Maestas

Loved having the whole family out! I especially loved precious moments with young ones eager to be a part of the experience!!!

***

Toledo Middle School wrote: Family, food and fun!
Images courtesy TMS

TMS had an awesome Family Literacy Night!

***

Wednesday: Toledo Lioness Club meets 6 PM third Wednesday monthly. New members welcomed. Come discover the benefits of belonging. 408 Silver Street. Details at link above.

***

World Down Syndrome Day asks: What are you doing for #WDSD18 ?
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 Everyone at North Shore ConneXions Society in North Vancouver will be wearing #LotsOfSocks to raise awareness about #Downsyndrome 

***

The Chip Guy posted yesterday: The food warehouse, located at 1025 F street, will be open tomorrow, March 21st, at 5 pm. Please do not arrive before 4:45 pm.
Feel free to share and invite your neighbors. Come and see what goodies await you!

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Thursday:
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Toledo School District announces:
Don’t miss tomorrow’s Big Meeting at TMS 7pm. Big announcement for TSD!

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Di Morgan adds: In addition to Art, Crafts, Preserves and other stuff for sale during the VEAF , Common Ground Toledo will be selling plants and plant starts at the MAC.  All the money collected from selling the plants will go to the Common Ground Toledo projects.

Q: Will Common Ground Toledo have sunflower plants to share again at the BIG Toledo Community Meeting on Thursday?
A: Come see for yourself!

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

***

For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

Brian Dennis adds: Come support art in the community and buy some plants and flowers from Common Ground Toledo! See you there!

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.

***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

Feast & Fun: March 30th THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

***

Jim Fluckinger reminds readers: If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park, Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***
 
For The Love Of Sports: Toledo School District ISO* an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
 
***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.19.2018 Monday Column

3/19/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools On ACT 2-Hour Late Start Today
  • BOLO: Toledo Police Officer Asks Community Help
  • Veterans Wall Of Honor Bricks Memorial Day Order Deadline Looms
  • School District ISO: Events Manager, Sportscaster
  • MAP Enrichment Programs Anonymous Scholarship Donated
  • Tonight: Evening of Excellence At Toledo High School
  • Tuesday: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One)
  • Wednesday: World Down Syndrome Day
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy of LCFPD#2

Lewis County Fire District #2 Toledo Washington posted:  
Thank you for all that you do!! The Toledo Volunteer Firefighters  

***

Reminder: Toledo Schools ACT 2-hour late start today, March 19.

***

Toledo Police Office Randy Pennington posted Saturday: Need the community’s help in identifying the following person, believe he drives an extended cab Pickup possibly a toyota, looks black w black rims, he is a local person around Toledo area..if you recognize him contact me or dispatch.
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Image courtesy Officer R.Pennington

Sgt Randy Pennington, Toledo Police

***

TES PTO says: Calling all volunteers!!!! We NEED your help for Reading night March 29th!

S’More Volunteers Needed at Reading Night!

Reading Night (Camp Read S’More) is coming up at the end of March and we would love your help making it a success!
Date: 03/29/2018 (Thu.)
Location: Meet in Cafeteria

***

From Toledo Middle School on Friday:
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Image courtesy TMS

Mrs. Ogden handed out a Toledo Pride shirt today.

***

Jim Fluckinger reminds readers: If anyone would like a brick for the the Veterans Wall of Honor in Toledo City Park,Toledo Lions Club has downloadable forms.
Picture
Image courtesy Toledo Lions Club

Forms need to be in by March 31. Cost: $100.

***

Toledo School District ISO*: Toledo School District is looking for an Event Manager for spring sports. Duties include setting up fields, scoreboards, public address systems and supporting visiting teams and officials. Hours are afternoons and some Saturdays. $14.19/hour. Contact Grady Fallon if interested.

Also: Have you ever wanted to be a sportscaster for ESPN? Well, we have the entry-level job that could start you on that path. TSD is looking for the Voice of Toledo Indian Fastpitch. If you have a love for this sport and Toledo Indians, this is your chance. Contact Grady Fallon for more information.

*ISO = In Search Of
***

Brooke Sellards Acosta, TES PTO shared: Seed Starting Lab - March Garden Science
It feels like the official start of the garden season. Each student planted a seed for the school garden and one to take home. They will be cared for in the greenhouse over the next couple months by Millcreek Homegrown. Stephanie Miller, Earl Miller
The weather was nice enough to work outside as well so we had many worker bees in the garden during recess times.
Images courtesy TES PTO

Jerusalem artichokes were prepared for students to sample and the vast majority really enjoyed them. They brought home the recipe and all the ingredients are available in the TES Kid's Garden! Thanks Pam Peak Meade!
Thanks to all our volunteers: Linda Aitchison, Jeannie Smith Crocker, Tina Lyon and Bob Taylor.

***

MAP Enrichment Programs shared this Saturday: An anonymous donor just offered a scholarship for a child to continue or enroll for the first-time in a MAP enrichment programs club for spring term! There is one spot left in each club so send a private message if you know of a child who could benefit from this and I will send a registration form.

***

Tonight: Toledo High School hosts their Annual Evening of Excellence 7 PM.

Mark Your Calendars - March 24th ASB Breakfast for Boys Soccer Team 8:00 - 10:00 AM

***

Tuesday: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Board Meeting 7 PM third Tuesdays monthly at Toledo Fire Department.

http://www.toledofire2.com/calendar.html

***

Wednesday: World Down Syndrome Day asks: What are you doing for #WDSD18 ?
Picture
 Everyone at North Shore ConneXions Society in North Vancouver will be wearing #LotsOfSocks to raise awareness about #Downsyndrome

​***

Toledo High School SPORTS:
March 20th Baseball/Fastpitch @PeEll 4:00 bus @ 1:30
                  Soccer vs. Stevenson** Varsity only @THS 7:00
March 22nd Track @ Onalaska bus @ 2:15
                   Soccer @ La Center 5:00/7:00 bus @ 2:45
March 23rd Baseball/Fastpitch vs. Rainier
March 24th Track @ Kent Meridian 10:00 bus @ 6:30 am

***

Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday & Friday are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Call (360)864-2112 or click on link above for details.

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

***

For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:
Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. Through March 30.

***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

Feast & Fun: March 30th THS Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

***

For Pickers:
Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry.

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.15.2018 Thursday Column & Health Corner

3/15/2018

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In today’s column:
  • FCCLA Places HIgh At State Meet
  • Dr. Doc Wesselius Brings Lewis & Clark HIstory To 7th Grade
  • Jake Dailey Returns From First-Time Rethinking Rural Symposium
  • WDFW Confirms Razor Clam Harvest Friday & Saturday
  • Today:  Wohbot Wohundup, Planning Commission
  • Friday: Neumann Family Fundraiser Dinner
  • Health Corner: On Mold & Illness - Part 1
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy of Ben Maestas

Permaculturist Ben Maestas invites: Building a greenhouse with a northern Earthbag wall. We've laid the foundation for it and the small southern wall. Next will be a fill and stacking of bags. Today (Wednesday) is looking rainy, so plan is to start filling bags tomorrow. We should be filling bags thru Saturday if your interested in checking it out and or helping.

***

From the energetic Rene’ Ketchum, Toledo High School FCCLA Advisor:
Congratulations to Toledo High School FCCLA
and their competition at State Leadership Meeting.

  • 1st Place Life Event Planning Sr: Sky Nyberg & Sydnie McClure
  • 1st Place Chapter in Review Jr: Emma Cline
  • 2nd Place Chapter Service Sr: Cassandra Bartley
  • 3rd Place Life Event Planning Jr: Corianne King
Great Job Girls: On to National Leadership Meeting in Atlanta, GA June 27 - July 3
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Emma Cline-Maier, Cassandra Bartley, Sydnie McClure, Sky Nyberg, Calvin Wallace and
Corianne King.
Images courtesy Rene’ Ketchum/FCCLA
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Image courtesy Rene’ Ketchum/FCCLA

Sky Nyberg is WA State Secretary for 2018-2019 school year.

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Toledo School District shared:
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Thanks to Dr. Doc Wesselius, an expert in the history of the the Lewis and Clark Expedition and member of the Corps of Discovery Trail Association, for sharing his time, knowledge, and storytelling with our TMS seventh graders in Don Schaplow's Pacific Northwest history class.

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Ecological & Social Activist Jake Dailey shared Wednesday:  I just got done with the first ever Rethinking Rural Symposium in Port Townsend. It was a 3 day meeting of the minds of young rural leaders from across the country. We discussed rural community resilience and the issues we experience in rural America. We brainstormed and shared solutions. It’s extremely inspiring to hear the success stories of so many of my millennial peers! The last three days have given me an even bigger passion for building community resilience. Toledo is already on the right track because of some badass young people who care and are shaking stuff up. I’m excited for the great things to come!


Hope to hear from you at next Thursday’s BIG Community Meeting, Jake.

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Today: THS Robotics is competing against Wahkiakum HS in a new event for SWIRL: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events. The robots are built by students from elementary, middle and high school.  There will also be some adult-built robots trying to keep up with the kids'. Come early if you want to tour the "pits" to get up close and personal with the robots and their builders. Doors open at 12:15. Awards are scheduled to be completed by 4:30pm.

There will be a robot-human play, sumo bots, line racing bots, drag racing bots, and more. There will be robot demonstrations and displays including a ferocious fenced dinosaur trying to "bite" fingers of the unwary, a commercial robot avatar like you see in the movies, and quad drones.  The finale will be the brand new event called "WalkUpAndKickEm" ... wherein teams of robots attempt to score points by avoiding getting crushed long enough to cross the other's goal line. There will be turtles and hares, and pixies and behemoths, all teaming up to score points.

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.
For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/


Jennifer A. Berry
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher
SkillsUSA Advisor
Toledo High School
jberry@toledoschools.us
360-864-2391

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Also Today: Deadline for applications -  vision:Toledo posted ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form. Deadline for applications is March 15.

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Tonight:
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Friday Fundraiser:
  • Who: Neumann Family
  • What: Spaghetti Dinner
  • When: 5 PM Friday March 16, 2018
  • Where: Toledo Elementary School
  • Why: Fundraiser

Please join your neighbors for dinner! Spaghetti dinner and bake sale will start at 5pm to benefit the Neumann family that have just lost their home in a fire. Cost is $5 per plate. If you would like to donate items for the bake sale, please drop them off Friday at the grade school before end of day. If you have more questions please contact Tina Murphy

Can’t make it? To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry

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Updated:  2-Day Razor Clam Dig OK’d for Friday & Saturday, March 15 & 16.

From Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife - Clam digging this Friday and Saturday! Check out the details at https://wdfw.wa.gov/fis.../shellfish/razorclams/current.html.

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Health Corner: On Mold & Illness - Part 1

The fallout from last year’s hurricanes in the US includes mold. But black mold is increasingly prevalent and pernicious, responsible for far more chronic illness than realized even 10 years ago.

My wise friend Ms Brown speculated years back that indoor mold might be a factor in my poor health. At the time, I regained a good deal of lung function following a different treatment plan. Now, however, that regimen has ceased working, and a chance encounter with a woman Tuesday evening who also had late-onset symptoms suggested mold exposure could explain my symptoms.

It’s an overwhelming topic, so I started with Brown’s recommended Dr Mercola, specifically an article from 2011 on recovering from toxic mold exposure, one in a series on mold in the home, beginning with Why Almost All Sinus Infections Are Misdiagnosed and Mistreated.

A few key points:
  • Mold is particularly dangerous for infants and children. There is evidence that some cases of SIDS may be related to toxic mold exposure.
  • Mycotoxins, or the toxins some molds produce, can cross into your brain from your nose and eyes.
  • Many mistakenly believe that simply moving out of a contaminated building will solve the problem, but the toxins adhere to your belongings. If you move with everything you have, you can take the problem with you.
  • Bleach does not destroy all mold, and dead mold spores can cause serious symptoms.
  • Mold in your home, school, or workplace is a serious concern for your health, since up to 40 percent of American schools and 25 percent of homes have mold infestations.
Consider this last point carefully: last week Toledo Schools learned they could receive $10 million toward new construction of a high school facility, contingent upon a successful  - and reduced - bond measure passage. Grandparents who do not connect the dots between indoor air quality concerns in the present structure and the continuing rise in childhood asthma & chronic illnesses are invited to question whether a new building costs more than their cherished grandchildrens’ wellness.

Next: Part 2 -

*Disclaimer: As always, check with your medical practitioner before embarking on lifestyle changes. Health Corner topics are intended to raise questions rather than answer them definitively. Things change. New knowledge arises. Ancient wisdom is revived. And miracles take place against all odds.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

Fundraiser: To help Toledo’s Neumann family with expenses not covered by insurance in the loss of their house, visit their GoFundMe page: contact person Jadee Landry

***

For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you the 2nd Annual Seed Exchange March 17. Click on link for details.


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Fundraiser: Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.
Click on link for details.

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For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

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For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

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Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way.

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Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Updated - Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife confirmed:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks

Tentative razor clam digs in April:
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

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Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.14.2018 Wednesday Column

3/14/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo BIG Community Meeting Next Week
  • Ethan Siegel on Stephen Hawking
  • Local Fundraiser Friday
  • Today: Park Board, Senior Center, Grange Meetings
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy vision:Toledo

Getting excited yet?

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Toledo Middle School posted this video from Tuesday’s 7th & 8th grade band performance Tuesday, this one the 6th grade band, adding: We had a wonderful band concert tonight!
Images courtesy Toledo Middle School

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From Toledo School District Supt. Chris Rust: One of the things I’ve learned in my life is the impact that adverse childhood experiences can have on young people. Childhood trauma creates enormous barriers between a child and their goals. This week, Oprah Winfrey reported on the issue and how trauma informed care can help people overcome the effects of these experiences. The question “what happened to you?” is central to this practice.

Story from 60 Minutes featuring Oprah Winfrey here.

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Toledo’s Astrophysicist Ethan Siegel posted: “His work, his life, and his scientific contributions made him an inspiration to millions across the world, including to me. But the combination of his achievements and his affliction with ALS — combined with his meteoric fame — often made him immune to justified criticism. As a result, he spent decades making false, outdated, or misleading claims to the general population that permanently harmed the public understanding of science. He claimed to have solutions to problems that fell apart on a cursory glance; he proclaimed doomsday for humanity repeatedly with no evidence to back such claims up; he ignored the good work done by others in his own field. Despite his incredible successes in a number of arenas, there are some major scientific lessons he never learned. Here’s your chance to learn them now.”

Come learn, for yourself, the 4 scientific ideas that Stephen Hawking never managed to learn and incorporate while he was still alive.

Full post on Stephen Hawkings.

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Mark your calendars:  March 16 Fundraiser for Neumann Family.

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Today: Toledo Mighty Fine Seniors meet 1 PM second Wednesdays monthly to discuss the business side of things. Find out what’s cooking, and while you’re there…

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Image courtesy Toledo Senior Center


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Also Today: Toledo Park Board Meets 3 PM second Wednesdays monthly.
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Cowlitz Prairie Grange 6:30 p.m. meeting is a potluck second Wednesdays, cake-and-ice-cream affair fourth Wednesdays. Getting in gear for this year’s Gas Show and Threshing Bee 4th week of August. Grange Hall at 5180 Jackson Highway. Contact Sandy Bickar, (360)864-2601.
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Check in with The Chip Guy on warehouse hours and updates.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

For Technology: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events...

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.

Full Press Release in Thursday Column.

For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/

Jennifer A. Berry
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher
SkillsUSA Advisor
Toledo High School
jberry@toledoschools.us
360-864-2391

***

For Farmers: vision:Toledo posted ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form. Deadline for applications is March 15.

***

For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you the 2nd Annual Seed Exchange March 17. Click on link for details.


***

Fundraiser: Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.
Click on link for details.

***

For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared:

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way.

***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.13.2018 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

3/13/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo House Fire Community Response Update
  • TES PTO Box Top Drive On Track To Meet Goal
  • WDFW Posts New Hiring Guidelines
  • Today: Health & Hope Clinic, LCSW Advanced Composting
  • Tech Report: Credit Apps & Remedies After Data Breaches
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy Cheese Days Toledo

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Regarding the Neumann house fire community response, Andrea Jones posted - Update: clothing is no longer needed - thank you for all the generous donations!

Household items on hold, please, until new dwelling is located.
Thanks for all your Toledo-centric generosity and well-wishes.
To help with expenses not covered, visit GoFundMe page link: contact person Jadee Landry

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TES PTO’s Tina Lyon posted: We will be collecting Box Tops this wednesday.
So far Mrs. Queeners' class is in the lead for collecting the most in the 2nd trimester with Mrs. Maiers' class only 4 behind.
YTD the girls are beating the boys...Girls 4398, Boys 3535
Our grand total for the year is 12,753! We are 7,247 away from out goal. That is 724 box tops or 724 dimes. We will accept both.
Thank you all for helping out our kids.

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Billie Washington shared a link: Make The Sandy Hook Promise

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Hard To Classify: Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife updated their hiring requirements and invited those interested in a career with WDFW Police to check out the changes and start the application process online.

In the comments section of the Facebook post:
D***d S***n Too bad the jack***es don’t allow tattoos
Reply
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police Actually you can apply with tattoos now:  
FAQ’s - Can I apply if I have a tattoo(s)?
Yes, with some limitations. Candidates with any tattoos that are deemed offensive may be disqualified.
And we don’t regulate donkeys as they are classified as a domesticated animal.

(Censorship mine)

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Tonight: Lewis County Solid Waste hosts a presentation on Advanced Composting 6 - 8 PM. Details at link.



Also Tonight: Health & Hope Medical Outreach offers free & low cost medical services including mental health for the uninsured & underinsured 5:30 - 8:00 PM this evening. Click on link for more information.
You can help support their work with direct donations, or:
Use our Amazon Smile account as you shop for your spring landscaping tools, camping gear, or everyday items! Please share.
First-time users can triple the usual 0.5% donated by Amazon.

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Tech Report: Credit Apps & Remedies After Data Breaches

Fraud protection: You DO know that there’s no vaccination against fraud, right? Protection is an enormous business, but mostly it’s damage control. In essence, such services alert you the livestock was rustled - last month. Much of it happens beyond our control - security breaches like last year’s (2015) Anthem and Premera medical records hack (over 100 million records), and the IRS’s security breach (100,000). Some things are within your control, however. Like credit cards. Check out trusted source Nerdwallet.
~Originally from 04.01.2016 Friday Column

From Gizmodo: In 2017, Equifax tops the list when data breaches are mentioned. Yahoo, RNC, Uber, SVR Tracking (vehicle recovery, VIN’s), Kaspersky, Whole Foods, & 560 million passwords from sources like Adobe, Tumblr & My Space… Well, it’s overwhelming.

First:  head on over to Troy Hunt’s Have I Been Pwned? to determine if your passwords have been affected in this manner.
Follow up: get a password manager that encrypts. Last week’s Tech Report listed several.

Second: get your FTC-approved, truly free (1X/year), no-strings annualcreditreport.com.
MoneyTalksNews explains How to Get Your Free Credit Report in 6 Easy Steps, pointing to massive data breaches as reason to vet your credit report for ID theft.
Follow up: for free credit reports & scores, check out CreditKarma.com (Equifax) & CreditSesame.com (TransUnion)   

Third: MoneyTalksNews has updated two popular articles:
  • Boost Your Credit Score Fast With These 7 Moves
  • 6 Ways to Build Your Credit Score Without a Credit Card  

Specifically, #7 and #2 are quick boosters.

More info: Washington State Attorney General’s Office page link on:
ID Theft http://www.atg.wa.gov/identity-theftprivacy
Credit & Debt http://www.atg.wa.gov/credit-debt

Summary: whether due to data breaches, ID theft, or simple lack of any credit history, you can improve and monitor your credit.

Thanks to readers who requested resources linked in this article

***Disclaimer: As always, check with your own trusted advisor before pursuing financial changes. Credit-focused articles are intended to update and inform rather than outline specific strategies or promote brands. YMMV.
Also: Opinions expressed are strictly mine, based on my own experiences as a two-time target of ID theft.

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

For Technology: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events...

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.

Full Press Release in Thursday Column.

For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/

Jennifer A. Berry
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher
SkillsUSA Advisor
Toledo High School
jberry@toledoschools.us
360-864-2391

***

For Farmers: vision:Toledo posted ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form. Deadline for applications is March 15.

***

Feed:
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For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you the 2nd Annual Seed Exchange March 17. Click on link for details.


***

Fundraiser: Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.
Click on link for details.

***

For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

***

For The Love of Reading: TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night March 29. Click on link for details.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.

Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless: Toledo Middle School shared: 

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way. 


***

Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

***

For Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons beginning in April. Sign up in person.
LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.12.2018 Monday Column & Tech Report

3/12/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo House Fire Triggers Quick Community Response
  • School District Flood Evacuation Drill Reports Speedy Response Times
  • Toledo Lands $10 Million From State For New High School - If...
  • v:T Farm Guide Deadline March 15
  • THS Sports This Week
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image & content courtesy of Jake Daily

"Perfect flying conditions late this afternoon after my paddle in Coldwater Lake." #resist #mtsthelens#washington #washingtonstate #pnw#pnwonderland #pnwisbest #nature #forest#volcano #blastzone — at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.

To be clear, the paddling was via kayak, and not an icy plunge for swimming.

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Nobody was injured in Saturday’s house fire but Neumann’s home of 21 years is gone. In true Toledo spirit, neighbors turned to Facebook, establishing 3 drop-off points for clothing donations, a GoFundMe account to cover excess cleanup costs, and the word is out already for housing.

Details on links:
  • Andrea Jones: baseball cleats needed (covered) & drop off for apparel
  • Ashley Fritz: Rachel Zamora Phillipps has offered her business as a drop off
  • Angela Norberg Bacon, TES PTO on clothing sizes for family members: TES drop point  
  • GoFundMe page link : contact person Jadee Landry

The Other Toledo declined to include photos here out of respect for the family.
Your understanding is appreciated.

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Last Friday’s emergency flood evacuation drill scored far ahead of the 90-120 minutes estimated by Tacoma Power, in case of dam breach upriver from Toledo. Detailed link here.
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Following the drills: Results of the drill from Mrs Bacon “TES was evacuated in 15 minutes. TMS reached the high school in 16 minutes. TMS Life Skills took 28, but it will be faster when the bus doesn’t have to return to the elementary before picking them up.” All of these times are well within the margins for safety. Nice work by staff and students on this first drill.

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vision:Toledo posted a link to this article from The Chronicle, adding: “Please read!”

“If (residents) can’t support it, (we) will recommend the board not run the bond and say, ‘Please give the money to a school district that needs it and will appreciate it,’” Superintendent Chris Rust told The Chronicle Friday.

Full article here: Toledo Gets $10 Million for New High School — But There’s a Catch

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vision:Toledo posted: ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form.

Deadline for applications is March 15.

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This Week @ THS:

  • Today: Cheese Day Button Contest forms due.
  • Tonight: Wrestling team banquet  in the Winlock high school commons 7 PM
  • March 14: end of Trimester - Early release from school

Next Week:

  • March 19: ACT 2-Hour Late Start
  • March 19: Evening of Excellence 7:00 THS Commons

Mark Your Calendars: March 30th Band Fundraiser - Dinner 5 PM, Bingo 6 PM

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THS Sports:

  • March 12th (today) Baseball @ Napavine 4:00pm
  • March 13th Fastpitch @ Napavine 4:00pm
                  Soc @ Overlake HS 3:30pm
  • March 15th Soc @ Centralia 5:00/7:00
                   Track @ Chief Leschi 3:30pm
  • March 16th Baseball & Fastpitch vs. Adna 4:00
  • March 17th Baseball vs. Castle Rock 12:00 pm
                  Soccer @ Skyview 12:00/2:00pm
            Track @Seattle Academy
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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday & Friday are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Call (360)864-2112 or click on link above for details.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

For Technology: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events...

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.

Full Press Release in Thursday Column.

For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/

Jennifer A. Berry
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher
SkillsUSA Advisor
Toledo High School
jberry@toledoschools.us
360-864-2391

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For Farmers: vision:Toledo posted ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form. Deadline for applications is March 15.

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For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

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Fundraiser:
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Image courtesy Toledo Youth Softball

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For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th.
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Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

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For The Love of Reading: ​
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Image courtesy TES PTO

TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night.  

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Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.
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Image courtesy Morgan Arts Centre


Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

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For The Sockless:
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Image courtesy Toledo Middle School  

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way.

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Application deadline March 30: vision:Toledo posted Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.

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For Pickers:
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

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For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.09.2018 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

3/9/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Scholarship Association Recipient of Alice Ramsey Endowment
  • Middle School Scholastics: Science & Debate
  • Vernal Equinox Art Fair Expands Offerings
  • Today: Toledo Food Bank, Cowlitz Prairie Grange Music & Jam Night
  • Weekend Outlook: Senior Center Breakfast, Daylight Savings Begins Sunday
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
Images courtesy Aimee' Maestas 

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Repeat after me: Spelling ALWAYS counts!

To vision:Toledo - my apology for missing the “here” that ought to be “hear” in Thursday’s BIG Toledo Community Meeting poster (author unknown).

To those who, like me, snag on such errors, the fault was mine for posting it as-is.
Thanks for keeping me on my toes. The Other Toledo enjoys the best audience in, well, Toledo.

***

vison:Toledo linked: Scholarship Association in Toledo Receives Major Gift of $50,000. Details in The Chronicle article at link above.

Applications for scholarships accepted through March. For more information, visit https://toledocommunityscholarship.wordpress.com/.


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From Toledo Middle School:
Students setting up a science lab with Superintendent Rust as a visitor! Luckily, Mr. Rust’s table hadn’t started their lab yet. Safety first!

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Also from TMS: ​
Students are learning and practicing debate skills!

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Mark Your Calendars: On March 24 and 25, the Morgan Arts Centre is hosting our annual Vernal Equinox Art Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. ​
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Image courtesy Morgan Arts Centre

Featuring artwork by: Jeanne Hamilton • Di Morgan • Eddi Baird • Karen Leback • Mike Morgan • Sue Wachter • Vernadel Peterson • John Crocker • Bob Espen • Linda Aitchison • Patty Misch • Jake Blake • Vicki Brigden • Susan Blubaugh • Dale Baird • Mary Kohlschmidt • Katie Morgan • Joan Hitchcock • Richard Roth
Also: Santa Lucia Coffee • Dragonfly Chocolates • Brigden Backyard Honey • Toledo’s Common Ground Garden plants and a limited selection of Morganic Art Farm Preserves
Visit http://www.morganartscentre.com/vernal-equinox-art-fair.html for more details.

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Today: Toledo Food Bank open 10 AM - 1 PM second and fourth Fridays monthly behind City Hall. Visit www.toledowa.us/ for more information.

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Also Today:
  • Toledo Market Fresh 2-Day Truckload Meat Sale - Last Day
  • Bonanza BBQ & Catering open noon - 7 PM
  • Path of Hope Al-Anon AFG 7 PM at Presbyterian Church  
  • Cowlitz Prairie Grange:
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Image courtesy Cowlitz Prairie Grange

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Saturday: Toledo Senior Center Second Saturday Breakfast 7 - 10 AM featuring full fare breakfast including AYCE hot cakes (or biscuits n’ gravy for early risers) and bottomless coffee.
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While you’re there, check out the Silent Auction underway through March 30th. (Video link of early items; more added before closing.)

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Art Gallery 505 March Exhibition:
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Image courtesy Gallery 505

Unique, breath-taking, hand-turned and sculptured, heirloom-quality handiwork designed for the discerning gift-giver. Originals and one-of-a-kind found nowhere else.  

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Sunday: Toledo First Baptist says “Don't be late for church on Sunday!”
Spring Forward this Sunday - March 11th.
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Image courtesy Toledo First Baptist

Daylight Savings begins 2 AM.

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Not Strictly Toledo: First Sighting - Let's Play Something will be hosting pictures with The Easter Bunny Sunday noon - 4 PM.

***

Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

For Technology: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events...

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.

Full Press Release in Thursday Column.

For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/

Jennifer A. Berry
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher
SkillsUSA Advisor
Toledo High School
jberry@toledoschools.us
360-864-2391

***

Feed:
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Image courtesy Cowlitz Prairie Grange #737

For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Fundraiser:
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Image courtesy Toledo Youth Softball

***

For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th. Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

***

For The Love of Reading:
Picture
Image courtesy TES PTO

TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night.  

***

Flowers: Third in a series, Paint Night At Morgan Arts Centre - Tulips - 6:00 - 8:30 PM on March 29. Hosted by Joan and Sue's Art Classes.
Picture
Image courtesy Morgan Arts Centre


Tulip Theme - Choose between two styles
Paint Nights are a great opportunity for artists from beginner to advanced to spend creative time together.
Bring friends and plan to make new ones.
Themes and planned designs will allow you either follow along or paint outside the lines resulting in each person taking home a personal masterpiece.

Add Di Morgan's incredible gift of hospitality and we are all sure to have a super experience.

***

Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

***

For The Sockless:
Picture
Image courtesy Toledo Middle School  

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way.

***

For Pickers:
Picture
Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:

* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.08.2018 Thursday Column & Health Corner

3/8/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Common Ground Toledo Brings Spring To Downtown Core
  • TES PTO Reading Night Returns
  • Press Release: Wahkiaum Wohbot Wohundup
  • Middle School Sock Drive
  • Toledo Schools Results For Early State Funded Water Testing
  • Today: Toledo High School Mr T Pageant
  • Friday: Cowlitz Prairie Grange Music & Jam Night
  • Health Corner: On ASD* - Guest Post by Ben Maestas
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Image & content courtesy Billie Washington, Native Soil Farm

Native Soil Farm’s Billie Washington writes: This isn’t a very clear picture but wanted to share what I’ve learned from these two geese.
This pair have been coming to the lake every spring to have their little goslings. So I watch what has been claimed as their territory and limit myself to only going to the water when they are elsewhere.
The male goose is the best protector I’ve ever seen. He lets the female feed and he is constantly on point with full attention to any sound, following her lead but never taking his attention from his task.
In today’s world not every pregnant Mother gets the luxury of having someone stand in protection of her. I’m not saying women can’t defend themselves, only that pregnancy is a vulnerable time and having someone there to help take care of the Mother is part of Nature and adds to the health of the child.
Such devotion this Papa goose has to this process is pure beauty. Maybe when we follow the cues from Nature, life will flow in beauty.


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CGT reports: Below are photos of recent Spring 2018 work done
by CGT on the Gospodor Eagle planters and on the City Hall planters.
Images courtesy Common Ground Toledo

Had some incredible volunteers on Monday and Tuesday, March 5th and March 6th.

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Camp Read S’More:
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Image courtesy TES PTO

TES PTO declares: It's that time of year again and the Toledo PTO is planning our annual Reading Night.  

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​
PRESS RELEASE

The Unstoppable Ms Berry announced: THS Robotics is competing against Wahkiakum HS in a new event for SWIRL: Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  

On Thursday March 15th, starting at 1:00pm,  Wahkiakum School District and Wahkiakum 4H will be hosting the first annual Wahkiakum Wohbot Wohundup. There will fun for all ages as robots run in a variety of events. The robots are built by students from elementary, middle and high school.  There will also be some adult-built robots trying to keep up with the kids'. Come early if you want to tour the "pits" to get up close and personal with the robots and their builders. Doors open at 12:15. Awards are scheduled to be completed by 4:30pm.

There will be a robot-human play, sumo bots, line racing bots, drag racing bots, and more. There will be robot demonstrations and displays including a ferocious fenced dinosaur trying to "bite" fingers of the unwary, a commercial robot avatar like you see in the movies, and quad drones.  The finale will be the brand new event called "WalkUpAndKickEm" ... wherein teams of robots attempt to score points by avoiding getting crushed long enough to cross the other's goal line. There will be turtles and hares, and pixies and behemoths, all teaming up to score points.

Toledo School District will be helping us kick off this inaugural event as the first in a series of robotic encounters being planned for next year in SWIRL, the Southwest Washington Interdependent Robotics League.  Come on in and check out what students are learning in robotics.
For more details, please see website at: https://wahkiakumwohbotwounhdup.wordpress.com/


Jennifer A. Berry 
Science/CTE-STEM Teacher 
SkillsUSA Advisor 
Toledo High School 
jberry@toledoschools.us  
360-864-2391

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Sock Drive:
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Image courtesy Toledo Middle School  

Our Toledo Pride class is sponsoring a sock drive! All socks will be donated to Lewis County United Way.

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Toledo School District reports:

The Legislature funded water testing for 500 schools in the state. TSD requested to be among the first to be tested. Our schools were selected and were tested on Feb 14. 84 fixtures were sampled from TES, TMS and THS. Of the fixtures tested, 8 exceeded the Dept of Health /EPA recommended lead levels of 20 ppm. These fixtures have been disabled and will be replaced with lead-free fixtures. Other fixtures will be cleaned, replaced and/or regularly flushed in accordance with DOH recommendations. When replace and repair is complete, DOH will retest. Lead is everywhere and is impossible to eliminate. TSD wants to reduce everyone’s exposure consistent with DOH and EPA guidelines. A letter was sent home with students today with additional information. If you have questions, please contact the district office.

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Today: Toledo Market Fresh 2-Day Truckload Meat Sale
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Image courtesy Toledo Market Fresh

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Tonight: Toledo High School’s Annual Mr T Pageant returns to The Commons showcasing hugely creative and highly questionable performing arts by a cast of young men directed by young women. Judging is, well, you have to see this event for yourself.

7 PM at Toledo High School Commons.

***

Friday: Toledo Food Bank open 10 AM - 1 PM second and fourth Fridays monthly behind City Hall. Visit www.toledowa.us/ for more information.

***

Also Friday:
  • Bonanza BBQ & Catering open noon - 7 PM
  • Path of Hope Al-Anon AFG 7 PM at Presbyterian Church  
  • Cowlitz Prairie Grange:
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Image courtesy Cowlitz Prairie Grange

***

Health Corner: On ASD* - Guest Post by Ben Maestas

April 2, 2018 is World Autism Awareness Day; April is Autism Awareness month. Local activist & permaculture educator Ben Maestas lend insight into this misunderstood condition in his post below:

Michael Mcreary is a comedian on the Autism spectrum and does a good job of explaining ASD interaction. (Link below)
 
My daughter just shared this with me, and I about cried... a few times. Sometimes it just feels good to hear others say what you also feel, even if it is not "exactly" how you feel. People who cannot communicate well often are judged as having nothing to say. As a child the Hyperlexia portion of my Autism had me devouring libraries of books. As a young teen I would hunt out college books on my favorite subjects but when I tried to speak to others, several obstacles prevented me "communicating" my thoughts - “you’re only a kid what do you know? Why are you staring at the floor and not looking at me while you talk? You’re not smart, you’re just weird.” Not knowing how to start the subject in a way that evolves to my point. And the worst was half-sentences of left-over thoughts. I would literally start talking half-way through a thought as if I had been speaking throughout the thought and never when we had been talking on said subject. It took me awhile to process and take on social conversation, so another common habit was to say 'what?' whenever anyone spoke to me. They could have just been saying hi, and I did hear them but I needed time to process. This annoyed a lot of people.
I learned tricks of survival along the road, I took writing to heart, joined theater every chance i could, studied endless eastern and western psychological and philosophical outlooks, learned to make eye contact long enough to punctuate a thought and not look "as" awkward and also how to move my eyes around the room while interacting to seem less like I am in a trance and more interested in my surroundings (although I am more aware of my surroundings in what looks like that trance state), developed the art of listening (luckily, my family is patient with my "what" way of listening) and how to let go of an obsessive need for routine (now replaced with a two hour morning routine - and this in no way implies loss of routine) and many other things to help me along, like technology and social networks (yes, you help me!).
Most importantly I learned how to quit judging myself as a broken person but began focusing on my potential. It may take me a decade to work on one small issue but I know my potential with every hurdle I overcome, and this gives me strength to be patient. It also helps to hear others share their successes; it reminds us we are not alone and that others are sharing their potentials as well!!

McCreary’s link: Does This Make My Asperger’s Look Big?

*ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

Flapjacks: Toledo Senior Center Second Saturday Pancake Breakfast March 10 featuring full fare breakfast including AYCE hot cakes (or biscuits n’ gravy for early risers) and bottomless coffee.

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Feed:
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Image courtesy Cowlitz Prairie Grange #737

For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Fundraiser:
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Image courtesy Toledo Youth Softball

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Fabulous:
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For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th. Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.

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Phor Phlebotomy: Toledo Presbyterian Church will host the next Red Cross Blood Drive 12:30 - 5:30 PM March 30, and every 2 months following as long as enough donors get on board. Did you know you can book in advance? Contact Kathy Hill, 360-219-7756 for more info.

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For Pickers: ​
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

LIBRARY HOURS: Wednesdays 10-7, Thursdays & Saturdays 10-5
360-864-4247

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For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

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Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

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Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

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For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

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For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

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Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:
* http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.06.2018 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

3/6/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Andrea Jones: On Musikfeen
  • Local Novelist Nominated For Endeavor Award
  • Getting Ready For Annual Vernal Equinox Artist’s Fair
  • Today: THS Music Mania ‘18
  • Wednesday: Tourism Lewis County Network, Common Ground Toledo
  • Tech Report: Passwords
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More 
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Follow Lewis County Tribune for latest developments on Monday’s Toledo City Council Meeting and other area news.

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Andrea Jones confesses: I don’t take many pics during Musikfeen but made a point to get a few today and thought I’d share. After our music circle we worked with play dough (a gluten free play dough experiment fail - thank goodness toddlers are so forgiving! - and then made “quiet time tools” aka “calm down jars” or sensory bottles.
Images courtesy Andrea Jones

So much to explore - they really got into it! I so enjoy my Mondays hanging out with these toddlers and their families!

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Jake Blake* boasts: I'm excited my novel "This Too Shall Collapse" has been nominated for the Endeavour Award! I'm up against some pretty good books!
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Image courtesy Jake Blake

Jake Blake's 2017 novel "This Too Shall Collapse" is one of 45 books nominated for the 2018 Endeavour Award. Finalists will be announced this summer. Congrats, Jake!
http://www.osfci.org/endeavour/books.php

*a.k.a. Jake/John Morgan

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Di Morgan shared: I am working in my studio today...on a vest from fabric I bought in Ireland last spring. I have already felted the wool fabric, cut and sewn the vest...now to add the creative touches with needle felting and embellishments. This should be fun. Come and see the results at the VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair held at Morgan Arts Centre, March 24th & 25th 10-5 each day.

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Today:  Tuesday means it's Clinic day!  FREE CLINIC from 5:30 - 8:00 PM Located at 1911 Cooks Hill Rd. Centralia. (NW Pediatrics - West Building)
Health and Hope Medical Outreach provides FREE walk-in medical care and Mental Healthcare to the uninsured and under-insured of Lewis county and south Thurston county.

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For those who signed up last week: Know Your Soils, Soil Testing Class by Lewis County Solid Waste 6 PM at Fort Borst Park.

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Tonight: Toledo High School presents Music Mania '18 Concert that will include drama, band and choir. 7 PM. Free.

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Wednesday: The monthly Tourism Lewis County Network meeting will be at Morgan Arts Centre 1 - 3 PM March 7.  Open to those interested in promoting and marketing Lewis County.

Also: Common Ground Toledo hosts their monthly business meeting 7 PM at Camp Singing Wind. New members welcome.

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Follow The Chip Guy to keep up-to-date on warehouse openings Wednesdays & Saturdays.

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Tech Report: Passwords

Lifehacker starts of with Starwars And The 24 Other Worst Passwords Of 2017.

While I was patting myself on the back for having a good formula for creating and recalling passwords, I heard my own method as an example of bad password generating. And while none of those above were mine, it’s time to update and upgrade my digital security.

Consumer Reports lists: Everything You Need to Know About Password Managers

pcworld has another list: Password managers: The good, the bad, and the ugly

cultofmac recommends: The ultimate guide to iPhone and iPad password managers

According to fossbytes: 9 Best Free Password Manager Software You Can Try In 2018

TechRadar backs: The best free password manager and generator 2018 | TechRadar

Wired asserts: You Need A Password Manager. Here Are Some Good Free Ones

Lifewire features: Free Password Managers (PC/Mac, Smartphone, & Online)

As always, YMMV.
Share your own experience with password managers and help out another.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

More Fun: Toledo High School’s incomparable Mr T Pageant returns 7 PM March 8. Be amazed at the talent, innovation, and sheer hilarity guaranteed to knock the rust off your funny bone.  

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For Growers: Friends of the Toledo Library bring you...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

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Fundraiser:

Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.

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For The Arts: VEAF - Vernal Equinox Artist's Fair at Morgan Arts Centre March 24th & 25th. Open 10 AM - 5 PM each day.


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For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

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Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:
*  http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.05.2018 Monday Column

3/5/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools: ACT 2-Hour Late Start Today
  • Market Fresh IGA: $500 Winner Donates All To Local Neighbors In Need
  • MAPS Clubs Offer After-School Creative Exploration
  • v:T Farm Guide Deadline Looms
  • Today: City Council
  • Tuesday: Health & Hope Serves Uninsured
  • Wednesday: Toledo Tourism & Branding, Common Ground Toledo Meetings
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More ​
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Another Maxfield Parrish Sunset

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From Toledo School District: ACT 2-Hour Late Start today.

  • Last Saturday’s event - TMS competes in Science at LCC.
  • March 5th - 9th SmileMobile at Winlock Middle/High School  
  • March 6th - Music Mania ‘18 Concert 7 PM incl. drama, band & choir
  • March 8th - Mr. T Pageant 7 PM @ THS Commons  

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Andrea Jones shared: We made our own rubber “emoji” stamps and stickers today in the MAP comic creators and hand-crafters club.
Images courtesy Andrea Jones MAP Clubs

This is definitely a project MAP clubs will be doing again!

Upcoming classes being emailed this week. Click on link above for more info.

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Toledo Market Fresh IGA reports: Another customer won a $500 punch card prize recently, and donated it immediately to a worthy local cause to help neighbors in need, according to sources. That’s Toledo spirit!

One more reason to shop local.

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vision:Toledo posted: ATTN: TOLEDO FARMS! It is not too late to get your information in this year’s Lewis County Farm Guide. Last year through combined efforts we distributed over 9000 copies! That’s a lot of eyes seeing where you’re at and what you have to offer! If you or anyone you know would like to have your information in this year’s Farm Guide please visit us on our webpage: http://extension.wsu.edu/lewis// to apply online or download a hard copy form. Deadline for applications is March 15.

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Today: Toledo City Council meets 6 PM first and third Mondays monthly. Dates may change if scheduled on or near a federal holiday. Visit www.toledowa.us or call (360)864-4564.

Workshops & Special Meetings: Occasionally the council will hold a workshop or special meeting. Dates and times will be announced prior to meetings.
Generally they are held the same night of council meetings.

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Tuesday: Health & Hope Medical Outreach announced: Taking care of our community one week at a time! We were grateful to offer 69 patients free healthcare in January and offer 75 visits!
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Help support our mission through donations or serving. Visit our website to learn more at www.hhmo.org

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Wednesday: The monthly Tourism Lewis County Network meeting will be at Morgan Arts Centre 1 - 3 PM March 7.  Open to those interested in promoting and marketing Lewis County.

Also: Common Ground Toledo hosts their monthly business meeting 7 PM at Camp Singing Wind. New members welcome.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday & Friday are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

Free: 7 PM March 6 at Toledo High School - Music Mania '18 concert that will include drama, band and choir.

More Fun: Toledo High School’s incomparable Mr T Pageant returns 7 PM March 8. Be amazed at the talent, innovation, and sheer hilarity guaranteed to knock the rust off your funny bone.  

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Fundraiser: Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.

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Fabulous:  vision:Toledo’s BIG Community Meeting 7 PM March 22 at Toledo Middle School.

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For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging outlook for SW Washington in March & April 2018. Updated February 27, 2018.

Tentative razor clam digs in March and April:
  • March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks
  • March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • April 19, Thursday, 9:46 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 20, Friday, 10:37 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
  • April 21, Saturday, 11:34 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 1 p.m.)
  • April 22, Sunday, 12:38 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging hours will be extended to 2 p.m.)

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:
*  http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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03.01.2018 Thursday Column & Health Corner

3/1/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Middle School Take Home 1st, 2nd & 3rd In Robotics
  • Toledo BBB Win Over Colfax
  • School Supt. Rust: On Parkland, FL Students Returning To Class
  • Recap: v:T Arts, Rec & Events Meeting
  • Today: Full First March Moon, Gallery 505 First Look/Opening
  • Health Corner: Community Resources
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
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Photo credit: Alicia Luna Ortiz

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Toledo Middle School reports:
Images courtesy Toledo Middle School

1st, 2nd and 3rd place at our Robotics competition in Rochester!

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Toledo School District on Wednesday’s Game against Colfax announced:
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

52-38 Toledo is in it to win it.

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From Toledo School District: We all mourn the loss of 17 children and adults in Parkland FL along with the victims and families of other mass shootings in the past 20 years. As the students and staff of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School return to school for the first time in two weeks today (Wednesday), it is a good time to reflect on what parents can do to help children manage the feelings that these events can bring up. http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/talking-to-children.aspx
TSD works with local law enforcement agencies and our local fire department to develop crisis response plans. We are currently training in a program recommended by the Lewis County Sheriff's Office and Homeland Security to respond to an attack such as the one in Parkland. This is just one of many hazards that we prepare, train and drill for. Student safety is our number one priority at all times at TSD.

*The Chronicle shared Cowlitz County News's post dated February 28, 2018: Cowlitz Sheriff Deputies Remove 15 Year Old Student From Toutle School For Threatening To Shoot Up The School. No One Hurt.
And: Threats Against Teacher Shut Down Hoquiam Middle School Tuesday

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Recap: vision:Toledo’s February Arts, Rec & Events meeting Tuesday in brief:

  • Library dates to remember -  Seed Swap March 17th, ukulele classes begin April, basket weaving class in May (instruments provided). Sign up at the library.
  • Historical Society - Joh Jones creating several panels depicting Camp Lewis during World War One for display in History Room at Library. Jake Morgan has created a new website: ToledoCommunityLibrary.org
  • Common Ground Toledo - planters around town are getting new plants. CGT aprons ready for volunteers. Linda created powerpoint presentation for BIG Community Meeting.  CGT giving sunflower plants BIG meeting attendees. Joe's Nutcracker is now a scarecrow.
  • TES Kid's Garden - Brooke reported garden sponsor renewals sent, 8 new sponsors this year.  She thinks goal of installing a greenhouse will be realized. Supplies for 6 new garden benches purchased, delivered to high school woodshop to be finished in next couple months. Kids got several large seed donations, ready to plant next month.  Contact:  brookeannsell@hotmail.com
  • Steamboat Alley - Jamie said City received grant moneys for downtown beautification; she is sending out for bids for signage, benches, artwork, etc.  and will start sandblasting pavers soon. Contact:  jamie.cummings.toledo@gmail.com   
  • BIG Community Meeting - Mike Morgan organizing 8th BCM. Topics will include updated reports on Cool & Connected program, Streetscaping, Toledo Senior Center, and 2018 events planned.  Meeting 7 PM March 22 at Toledo Middle School Commons. Says Mike:  If you want to know what's happening in Toledo, do not miss this annual event.
  • Summer Movies - Taylor wants to get this going again. If you would like to help, contact:  taylor@toledotel.com  or  mike@morganartscentre.com
  • Wine & Cheese Tasting on Cheese Day (July 14) - Organizers to Friday, March 2, at Bateaux Cellars.
  • Toledo Thursday Market - May 10 through October 11, 2018.  Open to anyone selling handmade and/or homegrown items. $10 per week, no contract. Contact: brianscottdennis15@gmail.com
  • Toledo Tourism - The monthly Tourism Lewis County Network meeting will be at Morgan Arts Centre 1 - 3 PM March 7.  Open to those interested in promoting and marketing Lewis County.
  • Amphitheater - Grady Fallon has an idea to build an amphitheater in downtown Toledo.  Contact: gfallon@toledo.k12.wa.us

Next v:T A.R.E. meeting:  6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at the Morgan Arts Centre

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Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners held their monthly book discussion, and widened March’s selected read to: ANY BOOK BY VICTORIA THOMPSON.
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Meets 1:30 PM last Wednesdays monthly; next meets March 28, 2018. New members welcomed.  

Reminder:
  • Upcoming basketry class in May has space for 1 or 2 more (people).
  • Also, ukulele classes will be offered after school on Thursdays starting in April. Please sign up at the library. Instruments provided.
  • March 17 Noreen Weeden hosts her popular Seed Exchange. BYO envelopes.

Toledo Community Library has a new website: http://toledocommunitylibrary.org/

Open Wednesdays until 7 PM, Thursday & Saturday until 5 PM.
Tell Charlie I sent you.

*Website powered by Morgan Online Media

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Today:
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WOOD IS GOOD:  Gallery 505 kicks off March’s exhibition Thursday, March 1, 2018 featuring locally made and hand crafted art. First Look/Opening Night events offer meet & greet between artists and art lovers plus an opportunity to see what’s new.

Visit http://www.artgallery505.com/ for details.
Also on Facebook.

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Pre-register by March 1 (Thursday) to reserve your spot for the popular free Know Your Soil, Soil Testing Class slated for March 6, says LC Solid Waste Recycling Coordinator Melanie Case.

Plus: Our Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers teach how to fold newspapers into planting pots that can just be transplanted into the ground, because the newspaper will decompose.
Using eggshells is a great idea, too!

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Friday: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed that razor clam digging is approved for Mocrocks beach this Friday and Saturday, March 2-3. See details at https://wdfw.wa.gov/news/feb2718a/

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Health Corner: Community Resources

Health & Hope Medical Outreach posted: Our 2017 community impact was amazing! We were able to see 295 different patients with a total of 562 clinic visits! On average we saw 11 patients every Tuesday night. We know there is a need in our community bigger than this and we are here to serve them! Please share our mission. Listed below is our 2017 Volunteer & Cost Benefit.
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We are so grateful for those who serve and care for the sick in our community! If you are interested please visit www.hhmo.org

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For the Furry at Heart: Toledo Native Twila Collins founded Cat’s Meow Spay, Neuter & Adoption Program, offering free/low cost services to feral felines & pet cats in Lewis County. Cat’s Meow SNAP passed the 1,000 animal service mark in 2015, and continues to grow.

Reservations for twice-monthly overnight drop-off & next-day pick up fill fast - it IS Spring and you’ll be hearing those gypsy troubadours soon if you don’t reserve.

Hurry - next date March 11.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

Free: 7 PM March 6 at Toledo High School - Music Mania '18 concert that will include drama, band and choir.

More Fun: Toledo High School’s incomparable Mr T Pageant returns 7 PM March 8. Be amazed at the talent, innovation, and sheer hilarity guaranteed to knock the rust off your funny bone.  

***

Fundraiser:

Comedy Night Toledo Youth Baseball Fundraiser March 17 At Donna’s Place.

***

For Teens: Applications are now being accepted for summer Ecology Youth Corps work, and must be received by April 6. Earn $11.50/hour for a 4-week session during either early or late summer session. Details and application online at www.ecology.wa.gov/eyc. Deadline April 6.

***

Foraging: Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife affirmed: Razor clam digging is approved for Mocrocks beach this Friday and Saturday, March 2-3. See details at https://wdfw.wa.gov/news/feb2718a/

***

Fun: Toledo Senior Center hosts their Fifth Annual Ladies Tea April 8. Tix now on sale $20. Hurry, these sell out fast!

Your continued support is critical as Lewis County Seniors move into their first year as a self-supporting non-profit entity. Toledo Senior Center aims to keep the lights on with monthly breakfasts, community meals, classes and special events.

Check out their 2018 Calendar of Community Events.  

***

For The Kids: Brooke Sellards Acosta asks “Does your business or family want to support Toledo Youth Baseball? There are a couple ways to show your pride. I have attached forms to become a signboard and/or team sponsor. Family signboards are $200 the first year and $100 each year after that to renew. Message me if you are interested.”
Signboard Form 2018.pdf

***

For The Future: TES PTO Kids Garden is looking for garden sponsors, which ensures the continuation and improvement of this awesome program. If your family or business is interested, the form is below.
​
* Garden Sponsor Form 2017-18.docx

***

For The Future: Toledo Middle School PTO's posted: If you would like to help support our efforts to bring more laptops to Toledo Middle School please read this and spread the word. You can donate here. Thank you for your support of our kids.
https://www.gofundme.com/toledo-middle-school-laptops
Full details posted in 02.23.2018 Friday Column.

***

Finally: Vision:TOLEDO announces Sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days Parade and vendor booths. Full information about the parade can be found here:
*  http://www.toledolionsclub.org/assets/2018-parade-form.pdf

***

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