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06.29.2018 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

6/29/2018

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In today’s column:

  • Mt St Helens Institute: Climb A Live Volcano
  • Lewis County Fire District 2 Thanks Commissioner For Years Of Service  
  • Toledo School Board: Special Meeting - Architects & Engineers
  • Lewis County Sheriff’s Office: Press Release - Body Recovered
  • Weekend Outlook: Resonance Restival, Music On The Mountain, More
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy Peter Sonne, Mountain Steward Volunteer, Mount St Helens Institute        

Toledo’s own Peter Sonne writes: It’s wildflower season! Here is a Monkey Flower on the Hummocks Trail. What’s your favorite wild bloom?

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Mount St Helens Institute posted: Always wanted to climb an active volcano? A spot just opened up on our July 8 climb - get it before it's gone!                                    
 
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Image courtesy Mt St Helens Institute

REGISTER HERE
https://bit.ly/2yL1usN
Looking for other available dates? Click here!
https://bit.ly/2K9YXgW                           

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US National Weather Service Portland Oregon posted:
Lightning Safety & Outdoor Sports - things to know: 1) when to stop the game, 2) where to go for safety and 3) when it's safe to resume. Visit www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-sports for details.

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We've had a few questions come into the office wondering if there is an ASL info video that people could share with those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Well, we do have one. Feel free to share it with your friends & family.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU1lO1S15e4

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Lewis County Fire District #2 Toledo Washington shared:    ​
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Thank You Commissioner Beal for 22 Years of Service! Enjoy your retirement!

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Lewis County Sheriff's Office Press Release: Lewis County Detectives Recover Body
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Toledo School District announces: ​
Notice of Special Board Meeting

Toledo School District Board of Directors will conduct a
 Special Board Meeting - Architect & Engineer Interviews
Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 7 p.m.

The meeting will be held in the Toledo Middle School Library.
The public is invited to attend.
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Not Strictly Toledo:
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Not Strictly Toledo2: Legendary monster truck Raminator will be at I-5 Dodge, Chehalis. ​
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Meet the Hall Brothers Racing Team.  
Friday, June 29 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 30, 2018 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a car crush at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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Tonight: Courage To Change Al-Anon AFG meets 7 PM Friday at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Weekend Outlook: ​
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And Beyond: Toledo City Council meets 6 PM first and third Monday 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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Looking Ahead:
Wondering what to do on July 4th this year? LewisTalk has all the festivities listed here.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

For The Interim: Lewis Fire District 2 ISO* Letters of Interest - temporary Fire Commissioner. Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo). 
Email tolfire2@toledotel.com or phone (360)864-2366 #1 for more info.


NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12 - 15: Cheese Days Toledo

July 23 - 26: Camp Picasso @ Morgan Arts Centre

July 30 - Aug 3: Children's Theatre Workshop @ Morgan Arts Centre; Friday Show 7 PM  

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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http://www.lcysa.net for Toledo Youth Soccer online registration by July 7

One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.28.2018 Thursday Column & Health Report

6/28/2018

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In today’s column:

  • Toledo School District: Levy Projects Update
  • Recap: vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events
  • Lewis County Burn Restrictions July 1, 2018
  • Today: Toledo Thursday Market
  • Health Corner: DIY Household Cleaners, First Aid Remedies
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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Image courtesy Cyndi Philbrook

Cyndi Philbrook said: Rock on! Thank you THS Cheer for the Big foot decoration! Girls were out raising money for their cheer camp!
Check out all the decorated windows throughout the downtown business district.

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Toledotel linked a Seattle Times article saying: ToledoTel is proud to be one of the 18 WITA* member companies in our state, and understand the importance and even motives mentioned for bringing connectivity to our rural community.

Article: Grave digging? Changing tires? Washington’s rural telecom companies do it all

*WITA: Washington Independent Telecommunications Association

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Toledo School District Update: Thanks to voters, the THS water project is complete and the TMS roof is being restored. New flooring will turn an ordinary classroom into a science room and provide a more sanitary environment in our LifeSkills room. All of this is local levy money at work.  

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Recap: vision:TOLEDO ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS meeting convened June 26, 2018 for progress reports and upcoming events in the community:
 
Old Biz:
  • Toledo Community Library will host their Cheese Day Saturday Book & Bake Sale 10 AM - 5 PM with 2 authors on hand signing their works before the parade & following. Thanks go out to new volunteers for stepping up, and all volunteers for a great job.
  • Toledo Historical Society members visited St Francis Mission, and hosted a library presentation on WWII in May. History Room will be open for Cheese Days, and Don Brenner is still planning to show classic movies this summer.
  • Toledo Elementary School Kid’s Garden invites waterers, weeders and pickers all summer long.
  • Steamboat Alley reports new building owner plans to preserve as much of the wall mural as possible.
  • Common Ground Toledo ISO* community support for summer watering of planters & pocket gardens. Four were thanked for weekly tending NAPA, Steamboat Alley, Farmers Insurance & Steamboat Plaza planters plus Oregon Trail Marker. Special thanks to Mayor Dobosh for transportation support in this effort. Contact Brian Dennis or Linda Bird-Sonne to lend a hand. Spontaneous help welcomed also.
  • Toledo Thursday Market has recorded 6 - 8 weekly vendors since this year’s early opening despite low traffic & sales volumes. Some favorites will be returning and new vendors have submitted applications. Local support is encouraged.
 
Other Biz:
  • Welcome signs project received one bid for two new iconic “Postcard” signs to be placed at East end of SR 505 bridge and Plomondon/Jackson Highway/SR505 intersection.
  • Walking tour Toledo map underway for Cheese Days visitors.
    
Upcoming:
  • July 13 Cheese Ball at Camp Singing Wind highlighting cheesy formal attire.
  • July 14 Wine & Cheese Tasting ISO* 10 strong volunteers to erect 2 tents July 13 at 5 PM, Front Street Boat Launch. During event traffic limited to one-way.
  • July 14 Toledo Cheesecake Club hosts Cheesecake Competition; Entry open to all members (membership only $5). Tasting Judges to be members as well; memberships accepted onsite at Toledo Middle School Saturday. Call (360)864-2602 to enter.

Other Events:
  • June 29 - July 1 Resonance Fair at Camp Singing Wind. Tix: Om Tara
  • July 13 Fifth Annual TOLEDO MADE show at Gallery 505 opens, extended hours through Cheese Days weekend.
  • June 30 Saturday Night At The Mountain Concert: Northwest Groove R&B/Soul from Kelso. Rain or Shine. Free.
  • August 10-12 Annual Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival at Toledo High School featuring 7 great bands from across the US.

Vision:Toledo Arts Rec & Events next meets 6:30 PM July 24 at Morgan Arts Centre.
    
*Special thanks to Mike Morgan for this summary.
 
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Lewis County 911 Communications posted:  
                      
PRESS RELEASE
Date: June 27, 2018
Contact: Lee Napier, Director
Phone: 360.740.1146
Release #: 1

Lewis County Burn Restrictions

Effective 12:01 A.M., July 1, 2018 Lewis County Board of County Commissioners and Lewis County Fire Marshal will be enacting burn restrictions on outdoor burning for all of unincorporated Lewis County, Washington.
After careful review, of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Community Development Director and the Fire Marshal have determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have created substantial fire dangers throughout Lewis County, and that there is a need to enact restriction on outdoor burning on all lands regulated by the County of Lewis, EXCEPT for recreational campfires in designated campgrounds and on private lands if built in the following manner:
• The campfire shall be no greater than 3-feet in diameter and have a ring constructed of metal, stone or brick 8-inches above surface with a 2-foot wide area cleared down to exposed soil surrounding the outside of the pit.
• The campfire shall have an area at least 10-feet around it cleared of all flammable material and at least 20-feet of clearance from overhead flammable materials or fuels.
• The campfire must be attended at all times by a responsible person at least 16-years old with the ability to extinguish the fire with a shovel and a 5-gallon bucket of water or with a connected and charged water hose.
• Completely extinguish campfires by pouring water or moist soil in them and stirring with a shovel until all parts are cool to the touch. The use of self-contained camp stoves is encouraged as an alternative.
The burning restriction DOES apply to applicants with a current open burning permit. The current burning permit expiration date will NOW be 12:01 am on July 1.
The burning restrictions will remain in effect until such discontinuance is modified or rescinded by the Board of County Commissioners. A public announcement of the lifting of the burn restrictions will be released to the public at that time. For further information concerning outdoor burning and/or the restrictions being imposed, please contact Doyle Sanford, Lewis County Fire Marshal, at (360) 740-2696. The Fire Marshal’s office is in the Lewis County Public Services building, located at 2025 NE Kresky Avenue, Chehalis, Washington.

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Today: Toledo Thursday Market open 3 - 7 PM featuring handmade & homegrown local goods, produce and more.


PDF vendor forms

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Health Corner: DIY Household Cleaners, First Aid Remedies*
 
Health Corner: Are there household cleaners that are better for your health? Remedies safe for the whole family? Cheaper alternatives?

Yes, yes and yes!

White vinegar and baking soda are the foundation of most DIY household cleaners, inexpensive and non-toxic to boot. Both deodorize, and vinegar is antibacterial as well.

apartmenttherapy.com has a page of Cleaning Basics including using hydrogen peroxide.

From thekitchn.com, 10 Clever Ways To Clean With A Lemon, and 7 Things You Can Clean With Salt.

Used coffee grounds deodorize your fridge, scour your pots and pans, and remove strong food odors from your hands, such as garlic and fish.

Cornstarch is particularly effective on oily food stains, and one cup of cornstarch in a tepid bath provides sunburn relief. It also replaces talc as baby powder, safer for all ages.

One reader talked about coconut oil’s natural antifungal, antibacterial and antibiotic properties, which healed chronically cracked infected skin, athlete's foot and unhealthy toenails after years of failed OTC and prescription remedies.

First aid: yellow jacket stings are intensely painful - I know! That little spice jar of meat tenderizer, mixed into a paste with water, halted the burn instantly.
Q: since it IS meat tenderizer, how long do you leave it on your skin?
A: 30 minutes.

More first aid: mix up your own freezer ice packs - 1 part rubbing alcohol & 3 parts water in a sealable plastic bag (freezer bags hold up longer). You can make up a batch of these and be the star of your soccer team for pennies.

My favorite white vinegar hack? Nothing else I found works better to remove really smelly odors from dogs, even skunk. Really. Half-and-half water & vinegar is recommended, but even pups with sensitive skin can tolerate full strength dousing. You’ll want to rinse the vinegar off when your nose is happy again.

*Reprinted upon request from The Other Toledo 02.16.2017

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

For The Interim: Lewis Fire District 2 ISO* Letters of Interest - temporary Fire Commissioner. Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo).  
Email tolfire2@toledotel.com or phone (360)864-2366 #1 for more info.


NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12 - 15: Cheese Days Toledo

July 23 - 26: Camp Picasso @ Morgan Arts Centre

July 30 - Aug 3: Children's Theatre Workshop @ Morgan Arts Centre; Friday Show 7 PM  

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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http://www.lcysa.net for Toledo Youth Soccer online registration by July 7

One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.27.2018 Wednesday Column

6/27/2018

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In today’s column:
  • National Weather Service: Thunderstorm Safety
  • Summer Camp Openings: Camp Singing Wind, Camp Picasso
  • CDC: Washington Excluded From Backyard Flock Salmonella Cases In 36 States
  • Today: Page Turners Book Club, Grange Meeting
  • Looking Ahead: Pets & Fireworks
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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Still a bit tender after Tuesday's second phase...

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Tomorrow: Toledo Thursday Market. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.
PDF vendor forms

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US National Weather Service Portland Oregon answers the question:  
What should I do if I'm outside? If you hear thunder. If the skies look threatening. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors. ​
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Remember: Dugouts, Rain Shelters, Sheds, etc., are NOT SAFE. If needed, a hard topped vehicle can be used. https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-sports                           
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CDC reported Tuesday: Salmonella infections linked to live poultry in backyard flocks have sickened 124 people in 36 states. Children under age 5 and older adults should not handle live chickens and ducks. https://go.usa.gov/xQshX  
Link to Case Count map, numbers as of June 1, 2018
Note: Washington State has no cases reported linked to backyard fowl.

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Annie Jones reports: Do you know a kiddo or two who would like to go to afternoon day-camp (1:00-4:00) the week of July 16-19? - two spots just opened up due to a family’s change of plans. Message me

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Morgan Arts Centre says:  We still have room for 10 more children to enroll in Camp Picasso for July 23-26. ​
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Contact: di@morganartscentre.com for more information. 
www.morganartscentre.com  
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Today: Toledo Community Library Page Turners meets 1:30 PM to discuss their current read, then take the summer off until September. Meets last Wednesday monthly.

New additions regularly to the Sale Racks including DVD & BluRay, books for school-age folks, and your next favorite summer hardcover or paperback.

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

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange 6:30 p.m. meeting is a cake-and-ice-cream affair fourth Wednesdays, potluck second Wednesdays. Getting in gear for the 54th Gas Show and Threshing Bee August 24-26. Grange Hall at 5180 Jackson Highway. Contact Lewis Rohrig (360)864-2744 OR Tom Boone (360)266-7055

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Looking Ahead: Pets & Fireworks
 
Only one week until 4th of July...  
 
PetMD.com posts Top Ten Fourth Of July Pet Safety Tips article, slideshow version too.
Affixing ID to collars is paramount, should a frightened pet escape. Microchipping is gaining popularity.
 
Pethub.com writes: Do you know what day is historically the busiest day of the year in animal shelters all across the country? It’s the FIFTH of July. Do you know why? Yup, you guessed it… fireworks!
According to the ASPCA, the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy estimates that less than 2% of cats and only 15-20% of dogs entering shelters are ever reunited with their families!
 
Cesar Millan offers advice on Keeping your dog safe when the fireworks start. Desensitizing your dog is critical:  The best way to prepare your dog for fireworks is to make sure he’s comfortable with the sound in advance. While this is a simple process, it can take time — possibly three or four months of playing the recorded sound of fireworks for your dog at an increasingly louder volume before he eats, before a walk, and before affection and play.
This will condition him by association to hear the sound and interpret it as something good. While you can try this method over only a week or two, in such a short time span it should only be used in conjunction with one or more of the other tips. In any case, play the firework sounds.
 
If your dog is anxious or frightened by fireworks, your veterinarian can prescribe a sedative; there are homeopathic remedies available as well, and the Merck Veterinary Manual lists Benadryl as an option: The standard dosage for oral Benadryl is 1 mg per pound of body weight, given 2-3 times a day. Most drug store diphenhydramine tablets are 25 mg, which is the size used for a 25 pound dog. Always double check the dosage before giving an over the counter medication.
 
Some recommend using a ThunderShirt along with Benadryl: these wraps are now available for felines as well as canines (though I admit most cats I’ve known barely tolerate “playing dress-up” for children under ideal circumstances).
 
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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

New!
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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

For The Interim: Lewis Fire District 2 ISO* Letters of Interest - temporary Fire Commissioner. Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo).
Email tolfire2@toledotel.com or phone (360)864-2366 #1 for more info.


NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12 - 15: Cheese Days Toledo

July 23 - 26: Camp Picasso @ Morgan Arts Centre

July 30 - Aug 3: Children's Theatre Workshop @ Morgan Arts Centre; Friday Show 7 PM  

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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http://www.lcysa.net for Toledo Youth Soccer online registration by July 7

One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.26.2018 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

6/26/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Lions: Bigfoot Rocks!
  • Cheese Days 2018: Legend Of Bigfoot Episode 5 - Elementary, My Dear Gertrude...
  • TES Kids Garden: ISO* Summer Volunteers For Garden Tending
  • Today: vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events
  • Looking Ahead: Operation Dry Water, R&B/Soul On The Mountain
  • Tech Tuesday: Could Win10 April 2018 Update Wipe Your Desktop?
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More  ​
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Images courtesy Farmers Insurance- Cyndi Philbrook Agency

Big Foot rock finders! Keep looking. @ Toledo, Washington

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington posted Episode 5 of 7: Elementary, My Dear Gertrude...    
Can the Squatch Hunters finally get a clue? Discover the secret of the Legendary Bigfoot Rocks and you could win a prize!

The Legend of Bigfoot is coming to Toledo Cheese Days July 12-15!

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Veteran & activist Jake Dailey wrote: Friday can’t come soon enough. Valerie, Wilder and I fly to Boise Wednesday and have court Friday where hopefully... our adoption court date will be set. Please be praying or sending good vibes or whatever. I’m getting pretty anxious.

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TES PTO’s Brooke Sellards Acosta ISO* Garden Tending:  Calling all garden waterers!
​Help keep the school garden watered all summer. This is a great family activity. Come water, weed and harvest! Sign up for a week from July through September, Monday-Saturday. Directions will be posted at the hose valve.

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Not Strictly Toledo: Lewis County Solid Waste Utility invites you today...
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Also from Lewis County Solid Waste Utility: The incredible shrinking wood chip pile! ​
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Get free wood chips before they disappear from the parking lot outside the Central Transfer Station in Centralia.

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The Chip Guy announced: Special give Tuesday June 26th 12:00-2:00 pm
The items available will be on the dock for a quick in and out process.  
I won’t know till morning what will be available.
I will try and update this post in the morning around 10:00 AM.
As always DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY and do not park across from the warehouse and disturb our neighbors.

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Today: vision:TOLEDO ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS 6:30 PM at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, June 26, 2018
1. Approve last month's minutes
2. Old Business
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner
    c. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
    d. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    e. Common Ground Toledo -- Brian Dennis
     f. Toledo Thursday Market -- Brian Dennis
3. Other Business
    a. Toledo Bike Share -- Jamie Cummings
    b. Toledo Welcome Signs -- Joh Jones
    c.
4. Upcoming Events
    a. Cheese Ball (July 13) -- Jamie Cummings
    b. Wine & Cheese Tasting on Cheese Day (July 14) -- Pam Olmstead
    c. Cheese Cake Event (July 14) -- Jamie Cummings
    e. Camp Singing Wind -- Brian Dennis  
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5. Next A.R.E. meeting:  6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Morgan Arts Centre

Also on Facebook.

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Looking Ahead: ​
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Tech Tuesday: Could Win10 April 2018 Update Wipe Your Desktop?

Microsoft forums were overwhelmed with user issues after installing the update. One comment went like this:
Normally I completely disable windows updates because 10 out 10 times my computer gets broken it's because of windows updates, but somehow this new update managed to install even after the service was disabled.

Tech Republic wrote: ...users found that the "restart and install" prompt for the Windows 10 update led to a blank screen with a message saying:

C:\WINDOWS\system32\config\systemprofile\Desktop is unavailable. If the location is on this PC, make sure the device or drive is connected or the disc is inserted, and then try again. If the location is on a network, make sure you're connected to the network or internet, and then try again. If the location still can't be found, it might have been moved or deleted.

The screen has no icons and a few users were only able to remedy the problem with the help of another PC...

With the help of Durham-based repair shop Computer Cellar, The Register traced the majority of user problems back to Avast Antivirus… Their step-by-step guide takes users through remedies and suggests deleting Avast. Windows has not responded to furor over the problem...


ZDNet confirmed more recently: Last week saw a surge in complaints from users stuck on a black screen after updating to 1803. Some users blamed the issue on Avast antivirus, but the security company denied it was the cause.
However, Microsoft has since confirmed that the issue is caused by a clash between 1803 and Avast antivirus…

The update has also caused devices to freeze when using Chrome, and more black-screen problems on Dell Alienware PCs. Last week Microsoft also released bug fixes for Intel and Toshiba SSDs.

*Windows10 version 1803 is the April 2018 Update.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

For The Interim: Lewis Fire District 2 ISO* Letters of Interest - temporary Fire Commissioner.  Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo).                Email tolfire2@toledotel.com or phone (360)864-2366 #1 for more info.


NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12 - 15: Cheese Days Toledo

July 23 - 26: Camp Picasso @ Morgan Arts Centre

July 30 - Aug 3: Children's Theatre Workshop @ Morgan Arts Centre; Friday Show 7 PM  

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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http://www.lcysa.net for Toledo Youth Soccer online registration by July 7

One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.25.2018 Monday Column

6/25/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Lioness Club Thanks Fundraiser Supporters
  • Cheese Days 2018: Legend Of Bigfoot Episode 4 - Lost & Lonely
  • My Uncle Bill: Bidding Farewell To A Legend
  • Today: Plastic Recycle Week, Toledo Historical Society Meeting
  • Tuesday: vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events
  • Guest Post: When The Crowd Doesn’t Eat 288 Donuts and Gallons Of Coffee
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More  ​
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Friday's spectacular display SE of Toledo

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Toledo Lioness proclaims: Had a great afternoon with some fun people. Thank you all for coming and supporting our club fundraiser. Thank you Donna's Place for providing us a place to meet.
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​Images courtesy Toledo Lioness Club

Here are pictures from our Dirty Pour.

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington posted Episode 4 of 7: The Legend Of Bigfoot: Lost & Lonely    

​The Legend of Bigfoot is coming to Toledo Cheese Days July 12-15!
Bigfoot has lost his way! Can he find help while out on the open road?

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Word arrived Saturday my Uncle Bill had gone on to his reward. His health had been in decline for a long time after he lost his bride a few years back, and he wished nothing more than to join her in The Great Beyond. Recognizing this desire, I penned a blogpost about his impact in my childhood and later years. It seems a fitting eulogy.

12.09.2011 My Uncle Bill

As I was growing up, my Uncle Bill seemed larger than life. Air Force Reserve, member of the Mountaineers, doting uncle to his niece, the only member of my extended family I knew.

I considered him my rich uncle, and I don't recall him ever arriving without a gift for me. Before my teens, these gifts evolved into experiences rather than material presents - summer camp, day trips, Scottish Highland events, memory makers that never break, wear out or expire.

In a tumultuous childhood, he represented stability. He always showed up, kept his promises, dependable. He funded my Girl Scout excursions, hauled me to museums, the science center. He took me on my first plane ride, expanding my picture of the world. Perhaps my early country-wide wanderings had their beginnings in that flight.

He put himself through college to get an engineering degree, acquired a pilot license and bought a small plane, climbed peaks with mountaineers in Washington State, and carried the first "portable" 2-way HAM radio to the summit of Mt. Rainier. The story goes that the radio out-weighed him by several pounds.

I remember him as a tall, handsome man, handlebar mustache, athletic, brilliant. He taught firearms handling classes, knew military history (is there any other kind?) back to ancient times, and served in the Korean War. Leaping tall buildings would not have surprised me.

Best of all, he loved cats. I think this is the part of him I treasured most. We both spoke cat, from the blue-bloods to the meanest alley cat. Their independence and agility, power and beauty appealed to me, and, I think, to him. Cat radar remains one of my litmus tests, amazingly accurate.

Uncle Bill married in his 40's, trading in bachelorhood for family life. All that love came to rest on a woman strong enough to recognize the warmth in his soul, and respect enough to share her own. First the grandchildren, then the great-grandchildren, came to know the loving, humble man that I know as Uncle Bill. And they tightened that circle when he bid the love of his life a lingering farewell until they meet again in the next life.

He doesn't pretend to understand why loved ones are wrenched away, even while he walks daily with his God. Faith takes over where neither logic nor reason can satisfy his great Why? Still he prays, still he believes, even without knowing if he will ever find out. Meanwhile, Earthbound, he is reborn again as each new great-grandchild arrives, to be that larger-than-life hero in their memories, maybe the greatest gift anyone can be.

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Today:
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Mike-Terri Stavig say:              
Just a reminder: Vacation Bible School starts Monday, June 25 at Toledo First Baptist Church. Your child will enjoy music, crafts, games, Bible stories, and snacks as we travel back to ancient Babylon. Please pre-register by going to our website: toledofirstbaptist.com. VBS is for kids who have are 4 years old through 6th grade, as well as youth and adults. VBS is totally free!

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Toledo Historical Society meets 4 p.m. fourth Mondays at Toledo 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.

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Tuesday: vision:TOLEDO ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS 6:30 PM at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, June 26, 2018
1. Approve last month's minutes
2. Old Business
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner
    c. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
    d. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    e. Common Ground Toledo -- Brian Dennis
     f. Toledo Thursday Market -- Brian Dennis
3. Other Business
    a. Toledo Bike Share -- Jamie Cummings
    b. Toledo Welcome Signs -- Joh Jones
    c.
4. Upcoming Events
    a. Cheese Ball (July 13) -- Jamie Cummings
    b. Wine & Cheese Tasting on Cheese Day (July 14) -- Pam Olmstead
    c. Cheese Cake Event (July 14) -- Jamie Cummings
    e. Camp Singing Wind -- Brian Dennis  
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5. Next A.R.E. meeting:  6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Morgan Arts Centre

Also on Facebook.

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Guest Post: When The Crowd Doesn’t Eat 288 Donuts and Gallons Of Coffee
 
Since turning the corner in April 2016, my return to health has been remarkable if glacial in velocity. So one of my favorite newsletters is Snail Pace Transformation.
This recent post, reprinted here by permission of the author, reminded me of my adopted hometown’s generous spirit & waste-not philosophy.
 
Dear Readers,
Saturday we hosted a graduation open house for our son Aiden at our home. We had it from 9 to noon and served donuts and coffee.
 
When the event was over my son was left with a pile of “Congratulations Graduate” cards with money and gift cards inside and we were left with dozens of leftover donuts and gallons of leftover coffee. I had seriously overbought for the event.
 
I was staring at the leftovers wondering what on earth we were going to do with them, especially since donuts very quickly go stale. My husband came up behind me and whispered a great idea into my ear. Being an RN who works ER at a neighboring hospital at least one weekend a month he immediately thought of all the nurses working that Saturday at the ER to make sure those dealing with health emergencies got the care they needed.
 
So off we went to our local ER to deliver baked fresh that morning donuts and coffee for all the workers to enjoy. We also delivered a dozen donuts and one container of coffee to a friend who was unable to attend the event but LOVES coffee and donuts with a passion. She was touched that we would drive out to deliver them. She didn't mind that the coffee was cold by the time we got it to her, she just made it into a big pitcher of her yummy iced coffee.
 
Delivering those donuts and coffee reminded me that there is no greater feeling in the world than sharing a surplus. Hoarding up anything beyond what we really need to store simply becomes waste, but when we share it we and those we share it with reap the benefits.
 
What “too much” are you holding onto? Let it go while it is still useful to those who could make good use of it.
 
Thanks to Victoria Huizinga of Snail Pace Transformations for permission to reprint this article here. 

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

For The Interim: Lewis Fire District 2 ISO* Letters of Interest - temporary Fire Commissioner.  Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo).                Email tolfire2@toledotel.com or phone (360)864-2366 #1 for more info.


NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12 - 15: Cheese Days Toledo

July 23 - 26: Camp Picasso @ Morgan Arts Centre

July 30 - Aug 3: Children's Theatre Workshop @ Morgan Arts Centre; Friday Show 7 PM  

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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http://www.lcysa.net for Toledo Youth Soccer online registration by July 7

One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.22.2018 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

6/22/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Youth Soccer Online Registration Reminder
  • TES PTO: ISO Students For Cheese Days Parade  
  • Toledo School District: Summer Facilities Updates  
  • Lewis County Fire District 2: ISO Temp Fire Commissioner
  • Today: Food Bank, Grange Open Mike  
  • Weekend: Acrylic Dirty Pour, Sound Bath
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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Sarah Layton says: Please remind people you know to register for youth soccer online by July 7th! Scroll down to Toledo and click enroll.

http://www.lcysa.net  
                                                  
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Tes Pto Board ISO*: Citizens for Great Toledo Schools is looking for Toledo students that would like to participate in the Cheese Days parade on July 14th!
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Students will walk the route with a banner and hand out stickers/candy highlighting the opportunity for a brand new Toledo High school.
For more information about the parade you can contact tespto@outlook.com.
See you in July!

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Toledo School District announced: TMS roof project begins.                       
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TES Boilers being installed. Thank you TransAlta.

And: Our thanks to the 251 volunteers who gave of their time and talents in support of TSD students and staff this year.

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Lewis Fire District 2 is accepting Letters of Interest for an individual to serve as a temporary Fire Commissioner.
Requirements: Live within the jurisdiction of Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo)


For additional information:
Contact us via E-mail: tolfire2@toledotel.com
Phone 360-864-2366 #1


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Today: Toledo Food Bank open 10 AM - 1 PM second & fourth Fridays behind City Hall.

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Tonight: Courage To Change Al-Anon AFG meets 7 PM Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus

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And: Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone4611@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.


Weekend Outlook:
  • June 23: Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Hugelkulture, Worm Composting Workshops
  • June 23: Acrylic Dirty Paint Pour Lioness Club Fundraiser @ Donna’s Place
  • June 24: Sound Bath with Suculima @ Holos Yoga & Wellness

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And Beyond: Mike-Terri Stavig says:                          
Just a reminder: Vacation Bible School starts Monday, June 25 at Toledo First Baptist Church. Your child will enjoy music, crafts, games, Bible stories, and snacks as we travel back to ancient Babylon. Please pre-register by going to our website: toledofirstbaptist.com. VBS is for kids who have are 4 years old through 6th grade, as well as youth and adults. VBS is totally free!

  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.21.2018 Thursday Column

6/21/2018

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06.21.2018 Thursday Column & Health Corner

In today’s column:
  • Summer Solstice: Stonehenge Attracts Thousands
  • Friends Of The Toledo Library: Cheese Days Book & Bake Sale
  • Visiting Hooves: ISO Summer Volunteers
  • Lewis County Permaculture Society: House Farm Bill Voted Down Back On Floor
  • Bryans Bees: ISO Lewis County Hands, Lands, Beekeepers
  • LC Solid Waste Utility: Semi Truck Tire Recycle Fee Increase
  • KATU News Alert: Soaring Temps Make For Hot Playground Equipment
  • Regal Cinemas: $1 Summer Movies Return
  • Today: Thursday Market, Planning Commission, School Board
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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EarthSky ponders:  
Why do people gather at Stonehenge in England on the solstice?     

Summer solstice at Stonehenge. Info and photos here.
Summer Solstice was 3:07 AM this morning.

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Friends of the Toledo Library announce: ​
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‎Victoria L. Smith ‎invites:
High school girls, or retirees, need something fun to do this summer?
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Image courtesy Victoria Smith

Volunteer to work with miniature therapy horses and bunnies.
​Private message me. Visiting Hooves, Toledo, WA.

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Lewis County Permaculture Society‘s Chrys Ostrander shared an update:

Back in May, the US House of Representatives voted to REJECT a House version of the Farm Bill. The partisan House version was very bad for farmers, bad for low-income eaters, bad for the environment.

Despite the 'NO' vote, the bad House version is not dead. A "motion to reconsider" was passed allowing another House floor vote on the same bill that will likely occur on Friday, June 22.

TAKE ACTION:
Call your U.S. Representatives and urge them to vote NO on the House version of theFarm Bill: 1 202-224-3121.
Here’s a sampling of what's wrong with the House version, taken from the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition website:

Conservation – the House bill erases support for resource stewardship on 70 million acres (that’s an area the size of Nevada!) of working farm and ranchland by completely eliminating the Conservation Stewardship Program.

Local food – the House bill abandons local farmers by cutting all funding for several programs that invest in helping farmers connect to local and regional buyers and in improving healthy food access.

Beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers – the House bill misses the mark by failing to invest more in beginning farmers, military veteran farmers, and farmers of color. With the average age of farmers continuing to rise, the status quo is not enough to ensure the success of these key farmer communities.

Crop insurance and commodities – the House bill opens major new loopholes allowing for unlimited subsidies that will continue to distort land prices and create an unfair playing field for farmers.

According to the National Organic Coalition, the House bill zeros out funding for the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program, and significantly cuts certification cost share assistance through the Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) Act as well. It proposes changes to the National Organic Standards Board (that was designed to maintain the intgrity of USDA's National Organic Program) that are unnecessary and weaken the authority of the Board

And to top off that list of bad proposals in the House version are profound changes that would limit access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps) through eligibility restrictions, benefit cuts, and/or program changes that will hurt both our agricultural community and the nutrition needs of low-income residents of Washington State and the nation.

The U.S. Senate is working on its own Farm Bill version. While not perfect, the Senate process has been far more bipartisan than in the House and contains some positive aspects.

Additional posts in the near future will have information of action needed regarding the Senate Farm Bill version, so stay tuned! Call your U.S. Representative today: REJECT the House version of the Farm Bill. 1 202-224-3121.

Here's some current info re the Farm Bill from the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition:
http://sustainableagriculture.net/category/farm-bill/



Also under Lewis County Permaculture Society, Bryan Castro asks:                                  

Hello everyone! I am a beekeeper who specializes in live bee rescues. I am desperately looking for somewhere I can keep a few colonies of bees, even temporarily. I put my website up thinking I would have time before the phone started ringing, and I am suddenly overwhelmed with calls from people wanting bees removed. I am completely on hold until I get somewhere to put them after I rescue them. I am also looking for apprentice beekeepers that I can train to help me. Please contact me if you are interested in helping me out!

Based in Ventura County, CA, he’s expanding to Seattle & Portland where he transports hives during California fruit-spraying season. In this YouTube video, he tours Lewis County in late May, visits RainTree Nursery, and stops in at Lewis County Beekeepers.

Also on Facebook.

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility warns:
The fee to recycle semi-truck tires will go up at Lewis County transfer stations beginning July 2.
Semi-truck tires off the rim will be $10 each and semi-truck tires on the rim will be $20 each.                                 
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KATU News alert:
ATTENTION PARENTS: Keep this in mind when taking little ones to the park on a hot summer day!
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Not Strictly Toledo: Regal Cinemas returns $1 Summer Movie Express this summer.

Family fun movies playing on Tuesdays & Wednesdays for the summertime!
Admission to the Summer Movie Express is only $1. Tickets available for purchase at the box office and all movies in most locations start at 10:00 am. Check with your theatre for exact showtimes. Each week both movies play on both days. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute.

Schedule at this link. Next week: Despicable Me 2 plus How to Train Your Dragon 2             
Regal Cinema @ Three Rivers Mall is a participating theatre.

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Today:

  • World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event @ The Evergreen State College*
  • Needle Craft Session 3 - 5 PM @ Toledo Community Library
  • Thursday Market 3 - 7 PM @ Front Street across from Boat Launch.
  • School Board Meeting 7 PM @ Middle School Library. Agenda link here.
  • City Planning Commission 7 PM @ Town Hall.

*Not Strictly Toledo

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update:
Parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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June 23: Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Hugelkulture, Worm Composting Workshops

June 23: Acrylic Dirty Paint Pour Lioness Club Fundraiser @ Donna’s Place

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29: WSU Ext.  Cooking For Outdoor Activities @ Fort Borst Park

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.20.2018 Wednesday Column

6/20/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Weather Service: Thunderstorms Possible Tonight
  • Recap: TES PTO Summer (Kids) Garden Club
  • Annie Jones: MAP Summer Camps Funded & Filled
  • Vision:TOLEDO: WSU EXT Cookout Class, River House Bake Shop Coming
  • LC Public Health: Immunization Clinic Closed Until July 10
  • Billie Washington: Separating Families Reminiscent Of Century-Old Practice
  • Today: Lioness Club, Toledo Cheesecake Club Tonight
  • Thursday: Thursday Market, Planning Commission, School Board
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More ​
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National Weather Service warns:
Wednesday Night - A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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TES PTO’s Brooke Sellards Acosta reported:
SUMMER GARDEN CLUB*It was a small group, but a great day. The kids replanted corn, beans, cucumbers, lettuce and radishes.
Images courtesy Brooke Sellards Acosta
 
*They harvested radishes and lettuce and Pam made strawberry smoothies!
If you didn't sign up for spring club, but want to participate this summer, message me.
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Annie Jones updated:                    
As of (Tuesday), the remaining need-based scholarships for MAP summer day-camps at Camp Singing Wind have been covered and all camps are full! Due to the generosity of this community 5 children have now received full or partial scholarships, allowing them to attend a week of camp! Thank you!
*Thank you, Wheelers, for your generous contribution today!

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Vision:TOLEDO shared this post: Cooking For Outdoor Activities
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Plus: There is about to be a new business in the area.
River House Bake Shop is going into the Washington Cottage Food program. I am shooting for Cheese Days to be open and selling. Cookies are my things, and quick breads, cakes and cronuts. I'd appreciate it if you could check my fledgling FB page - River House Bake Shop - and help spread the word. Many thanks! Carol Berch     
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Lewis County Public Health & Social Services               
News Release - Public Health Immunization Clinic Closed Until July 10
Chehalis, WA – Due to an unanticipated emergency, the Lewis County Public Health & Social Services immunization clinic in downtown Chehalis will be closed from Tuesday, June 19 through Thursday, July 5, 2018.
The clinic will reopen and immunizations will be available during normal clinic hours of 9am to noon and 1:30-4 pm on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. Anyone with questions about immunizations available at the Health Department may call 360-740-1222.


Also from Lewis County Public Health/Health Beat: SWIM SAFELY THIS SUMMER
Summer is finally here, and many Lewis County residents will be heading to the beach, the pool, or to one of our county’s many beautiful rivers, lakes and streams. There are some things to help you stay safe, however, before you take the plunge.  Read more...                  

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Billie Washington laments:
When is this practice of separating children from parents going to stop?  
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Our ugly practices of time gone by seem to continue in our country today. My prayers go out to the people suffering at the hands of the sick hearted people. I especially pray for the sick hearted, it’s not too late for you to stand up straight and become well again.

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Lewis County Permaculture Society shared this story of a grassroots flax industry revival in Oregon:
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Chrys Ostrander - A really major way we can revitalize local farming and reduce the pollution from plastics is to resurrect the natural fiber industry (cotton, flax, hemp, wool, ...See More                       

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Susanné Rose Maestas shared a post:
Weeds fill in for disturbances of all kinds. They come in after fire, tillage, compaction, excess nitrogen, and more.  
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Learn more:
http://www.thepermaculturestudent.com/grow-an-incredible-easy-garden-with-permaculture

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Not Strictly Toledo: If you haven’t made the trip to visit The Chip Guy at God’s Portion warehouse in Centralia, you’re missing out on Lewis County’s premiere gleaning operation. Richard “The Chip Guy” personally welcomes newcomers and regular patrons alike, explains the policies & protocol, and elicits smiles from the inevitable crowd that queues at the door Wednesdays and Saturdays. (Check Facebook to verify times and days, and watch for spontaneous “gives” on other days.)

He writes: ANNOUNCEMENT!!
WAREHOUSE WILL BE OPEN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20TH.
1025 F ST IN CENTRALIA. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE BEFORE 5:00 PM.
WE HAVE A FULL WAREHOUSE.
TELL YOUR FRIENDS, TELL YOUR FAMILY, HECK...GO DOOR TO DOOR AND TELL YOUR NEIGHBORS (LOL).
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL...

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Today: Toledo Lioness Club says: Monthly club meeting (tonight) at 6:30 at Cafe Aromaz, 408 Silver Street, in the Phillipps Insurance building. Join us and learn what we are all about, how we contribute to the community and enjoy each others company.                                

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Also Today: Toledo Cheesecake Club meets 6:30 PM at Camp Singing Wind to share & compare June’s themed dessert: Farmers Cheesecakes.
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“Cream cheese and mascarpone are not the only options for delicious cheesecake! Ricotta, mozzarella, feta, and other unaged cheeses deserve their time in the spotlight!”

Club convenes every second month to celebrate Toledo’s cheese-producing history in a most delectable manner.
Second Annual  Cheesecake Competition 1 PM July 14 at Toledo Middle School during Cheese Days.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/ToledoCheesecakeClub/ to get on board.

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Thursday:
  • World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event @ The Evergreen State College*
  • Needle Craft Session 3 - 5 PM @ Toledo Community Library
  • Thursday Market 3 - 7 PM @ Front Street across from Boat Launch.
  • School Board Meeting 7 PM @ Middle School Library. Agenda link here.
  • City Planning Commission 7 PM @ Town Hall.

*Not Strictly Toledo

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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June 21: World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event. Registration: http://www.ccacwa.org/

June 23: Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Hugelkulture, Worm Composting Workshops

June 23: Acrylic Dirty Paint Pour Lioness Club Fundraiser @ Donna’s Place

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 9 - 13: Toledo Seniors @ NB Toutle Rest Stop

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.18.2018 Monday Column

6/18/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County Tribune: Winlock Egg Day Parade
  • LC Master Recycler Composter Open House & Free Classes
  • Cheese Days 2018: Legend Of Bigfoot Episode 3
  • Today: Toledo City Council Meeting
  • Tuesday: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Board Meeting
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Image courtesy Chimi’s Mexican Restaurant

Chimis Mexican Restaurant celebrated their 3-year anniversary in Toledo on Sunday. Congrats! Wishing them many, many more!

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Lewis County Tribune reports: Winlock’s Egg Day parade was a blast.                     
​Story & pics here.
More at www.lewiscountytribune.com

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Lewis County dedicated a page on Charter Government including Frequently Asked Questions, a YouTube video - Charter Government Free Holder Information, and more. Learn how this change affects you at this link:  
FREEHOLDERS -- RESOLUTION FOR PROCEDURES, PRECINCT MAPS, ETC.

BOCC Agenda for 10 AM Business Meeting today.

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Don’t miss this incredible rendition of Etta James’ At Last by a school secretary on the final day of school.

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility warns:                               
If you come to the Central Transfer Station in Centralia on Monday, June 18, between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. be prepared to pay with cash. The Lewis County PUD will be working on the fiber optic line, so the credit card processing system will be unavailable during that time.

Press Release:
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Open House features hands on classes
Learn to build hugelkultur, make worm compost bin

​For Immediate Release June 15, 2018
Contact: Melanie Case, Recycling Program Coordinator
              Lewis County Solid Waste Utility 360-740-1452

The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers will host an open house at their Compost Demonstration site at the Central Transfer Station in Centralia on Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tours of the site and two classes will be featured.

Beginning at 10 a.m. volunteers will demonstrate how to build a hugelkultur, a composting raised bed. Hugelkultur, which is German for “hill culture”, is a great alternative to burning branches and tree debris.

“This simple bed can transform your dirt and woody debris into an active soil by harnessing the power of decomposition, much like a nurse logs in a forest,” explained Melanie Case, recycling program coordinator for the Lewis County Solid Waste Utility, which operates the transfer stations and works with the MRC volunteers to maintain the demonstration site.

Hugelkultur mounds retain moisture, help property owners avoid off-site hauling of wood debris, provides long-term enrichment to soils, is inexpensive to build and is easy to manage.

A worm composting class will begin at 11 a.m. Class participants will learn how worms can eat kitchen waste and make a great medium to add nutrients to their soil. They will also build a worm bin – complete with red wiggler worms – to take home, so they can immediately start composting. The worm bin supplies are limited to one per family, while supplies last.

In addition to the classes, volunteers will be on hand to provide tours of the compost demonstration area and the worm shed, and answer questions about recycling, composting and becoming an MRC volunteer.

Anyone with questions about the open house may call 360-740-1216 or email art.fuller@lewiscountywa.gov.

Facebook link here.

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Toledo Senior Center shared:
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Image courtesy Toledo Senior Center

I especially love the “No nuts” directive. Probably disqualifies me…
But seriously, one more low-impact way to help support Lewis County Seniors on the week leading up to Cheese Days. Contact Toledo Senior Center, (360)864-2112 to drop off packaged cookies & support Lewis County Seniors.

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Cheese Days 2018: The Legend Of Bigfoot features 7 videos, one new episode each week. There will also be Bigfoot-themed painted rocks hidden throughout town, redeemable for cool prizes, including authentic Bigfootprint cast & certificate:

Get your collector's edition copy of Cheese Days 68-page color magazine in Toledo for just $2, available at area businesses soon. PDF version link here.

Update - Episode 3: The Terror of Squatchette!
Some innocent campers are just enjoying a quiet night around a campfire, when Squatchette comes to call!

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mindbodygreen.com posted this great story: I Volunteered On A Farm & It Completely Changed How I Think About Food. Here's What I Learned

Agree? Disagree? What’s your take on this view?

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Today: Toledo City Council meeting 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: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) meeting 7 PM third Tuesdays monthly at Toledo Fire Department.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

NW Permaculture Convergence ISO* dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:                               
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

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June 21: World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event. Registration: http://www.ccacwa.org/

June 23: Acrylic Dirty Paint Pour Lioness Club Fundraiser @ Donna’s Place

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 10-12: Mt St Helens Bluegrass Festival 34th Annual @ Toledo High School

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.  

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.15.2018 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

6/15/2018

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In today’s column:
  • School’s Out For Summer: 11 AM Dismissal
  • TES Awards Assembly: Highlights In Photos
  • NW Permaculture Convergence ISO Publicity/Outreach Lead
  • Weekend Outlook: Grange Breakfast, BBQ Saturday, Fathers Day
  • Monday: Toledo City Council
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Ready for Fathers Day

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Last day of school today.
School’s out for summer beginning 11 AM. Drive safely & watch for children.
See you next Fall!

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Some Toledo Elementary School Awards Assembly highlights:
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Cyndi Philbrook posted:   7 different ways to win a chance at great Mariners Tickets....or other swag

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Details: Farmers Insurance- Cyndi Philbrook Agency  

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Cheese Days 2018: The Legend Of Bigfoot features 7 videos, one new episode each week. There will also be Bigfoot-themed painted rocks hidden throughout town, redeemable for cool prizes, including authentic Bigfootprint cast & certificate: ​
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Get your collector's edition copy of our 68-page color magazine in Toledo for just $2, available at area businesses soon.
PDF version link here.

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Lewis County Permaculture Society’s Laura Sweany shared:  The NW Permaculture Convergence could really use a dedicated Publicity/Outreach team lead right about now. Stipend of $500 for this position. Check out the page: https://www.northwestpermaculture.org/coordinators--volunteers.html                         

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Friday: Courage To Change Al-Anon AFG meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus


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Bonanza BBQ & Catering announces: FRIDAY hours 4 - 8 pm. Call 360 864- 2277 to reserve table for 6 or more people, and for to go orders.                                                        
NOW OPEN SATURDAY 12 -8 pm. This Saturday June 16, Prime Rib dinner , with one hot side (baked potato is a choice), salad bar for $22.00 available 4 - 8 pm or sold out.
Happy Father's Day

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Saturday:
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Sunday: Father’s Day

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Monday: Toledo City Council meeting 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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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:                               
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

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June 21: World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event. Registration: http://www.ccacwa.org/

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.

Toledo supports Neumann family following house fire - GoFundMe page. Contact Jadee Landry.   

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

***

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Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.14.2018 Thursday Column & Health Corner

6/14/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo School District: Off The Clock Send-Off, THS World Culture Fair
  • GracieThePug: Latest Update Brings Good News  
  • NST: Safe Kids Thurston County, TESC Host World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
  • LC Solid Waste Utility: LC Public Health & Social Services Offer Well Water Testing  
  • Today: Toledo Thursday Market
  • Health Corner: Mindful Movement
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Toledo School District announced: New Website coming!
 
Toledo School District's new website will go live on Thursday 6/14/18 at 3:30 p.m. The URL will remain the same: www.toledoschools.us, but the look and layout have been updated to be more accessible and intuitive. Thanks to Morgan Online Media in Toledo who will be updating the site weekly with new information.
 
 
Plus this post: These three, Vickie Caldwell, Terry Holmes and Bill Waag, will soon be “off the clock”.
Images courtesy TSD


Thank you for over 60 combined years of service to the children and families of Toledo and best wishes in retirement!


And this one:
Images courtesy Kathy Yates

Toledo High School World Cultures Fair yesterday...

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Toledo Middle School boasted:
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All of our students received a book to read for fun this summer! Happy reading!

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Gracie’s Surgery Update: Local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside GoFundMe campaign posted the third update...

We received Gracie’s cancer biopsy and the Vet is very pleased with the results. Gracie has clean margins and is cancer free in the tissue beneath where the tumor was removed. It was a stage 2 low grade tumor with a low chance that it will re-occur.

We are so happy that our little Gracie got a clean bill of health. She is slowly recovering and is getting back to her silly and sassy little self. A neat little row of stitches on her back-left leg will get removed next week and the surgical area looks to be healing well without infection.

Thanks again for all the love, support and donations so Gracie could get this surgery done. We are blessed beyond measure to have such kind family, friends and Facebook connections that know how much our little Gracie means to us. All your generous donations helped to pay for the surgery in full which has brought us an extra measure of peace. A HUGE THANK YOU for all the kindness.

Gary, Kathy and Gracie too

*Gracie Whiteside has her own FB page.

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Camp Singing Wind’s Brian Dennis shared a read:

  • Carbon Farming Works. Can It Scale up in Time to Make a Difference?

See also CSW’s recent guest Cuauhtemoc Villa whose BioChar course will be rescheduled this Fall at Camp Singing Wind.

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Not Strictly Toledo: This year Safe Kids Thurston County has teamed up with The Evergreen State College as a registered host location for the global move to make a difference by spreading the word - Swimming Lessons Save Lives™    
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Flyer located on bulletin board outside Toledo City Hall

  • Who: WLSL.org
  • What: World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) Event
  • When: June 21, 2018 @ 10 AM, 11 AM, or 1 PM
  • Where: The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA
  • Why: Swim Lessons Save Lives

Video link here:  https://youtu.be/MmLXmITUlpU
Registration link here: http://www.ccacwa.org/

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility shared:                         

If you think you may be having well water issues or just want to know the quality of your water, Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (LCPHSS) can test it for you.
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Image courtesy LC Solid Waste Utility

Two, simple $28 tests will accurately determine whether your well has coliform bacteria or nitrates in the water.
Coliform bacteria are organisms that are present in the environment and in the feces of all warm-blooded animals and humans. Coliform bacteria presence in drinking water indicates that disease-causing organisms (pathogens) could be in the water system.
Nitrates are chemicals found in most fertilizers, manure and liquid waste discharged from septic systems. It reduces the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen, which can lead to serious health problems.
The first step to having your water tested is to purchase sample bottles on the third floor of the Public Health Building, at 360 NW North St. in Chehalis. Hours to purchase sample bottles are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, excluding holidays. The bottles come with instructions for taking accurate water samples. The LCPHS lab is Washington State certified to test for coliform and nitrates. A $28 fee per test covers the cost of the bottle and each test requested.
The second step is to return the samples to one of the following locations. You will be notified of the results.
• LCPHSS Building, 360 NW North Street, Chehalis
Coliform tests accepted Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm  
Nitrates tests accepted Mondays and Tuesdays only, 8 am to 4:30 pm

• Coliform and nitrates tests may be dropped off by 9:30 am on the first Monday of the month at: - Silver Creek Post Office
- Morton City Hall
- Randle Post Office
- Packwood Post Office
If a holiday occurs during the first week a month, drop-off changes to the 2nd Monday by 9:30 am. Drop-off only at these locations. There are no testing bottles for purchase.
If you have water testing questions, you can call (360) 740-1237 or (360) 740-1222.

Additionally: (It is) strongly recommended to test for bacteria at least every year and for nitrate at least every three years. Systems with nitrate concentrations greater than 3.0 ppm should be tested more frequently.


And this link:
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Little by little the free wood chip pile is getting smaller. Come get your free wood chips at the transfer station in Centralia before they are gone!

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Today: Toledo Thursday Market open 3 - 7 PM offering the best in local handmade & homegrown goods, produce and edibles.
Last week’s market in pics. Solid base of anchor spaces including kids craft & play area, recycled artworks and hand-worked wearables, art, and more.

Great opportunity to share your music, catch up on news, and relax with neighbors.

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Health Corner: Mindful Movement

If sitting is the new cancer, then the mbgmindfulmovement video series offers targeted relief from chronic conditions associated with riding a desk job. Writer Krysten Peck uncovers one specific issue in each of her current 10 episodes; Here’s The One Trick To Unlock Tension In Your Hips includes a 90-second video demonstrating how you can get quick relief.
See also: This Simple, Deep Stretch Move Is Ideal For Anyone Who Sits All Day.            

SilverSneakers, dedicated to those 65yo+, agrees: Movement is the miracle for your maladies. Over 1,400 fitness centers nationwide are open free to qualifying Medicare insureds, 3 in Lewis County & 6 in Cowlitz County.

Toledo Senior Center offers 3 fitness classes ranging from low impact Better Bones & Balance, to morning Exercise with Pam, plus Zumba - not limited to those North of 60yo.

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

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:                               
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

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June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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One Last Visit to See My Brother GoFundMe page to reunite Leon Charger with 80yo brother

Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer GoFundMe page for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.

Toledo supports Neumann family following house fire - GoFundMe page. Contact Jadee Landry.   

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

***

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Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com  Photos .jpeg or .png format please.
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06.13.2018 Wednesday Column

6/13/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo School District: TMS Class of 2022, TES Spelling Bee
  • LC Solid Waste Utility: Chips & Ice Cream
  • Tilth Alliance: ISO Executive Director
  • Billie Washington: Fundraiser for Leon Charger
  • Today: KMNT/KELA On Cheese Days, Culture Fair, Park Board, TSD BOD Special Mtg
  • Thursday: Toledo Thursday  
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Toledo School District shared this post: ​
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Image courtesy TMS


Sending the Class of 2022 up to THS! Thanks Mr. Gaul for designing our shirts!

And this one:
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Image courtesy Devon Christensen

Annual spelling bee at TES. All the letters in the right order.

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility wrote:  
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Customers made a dent in the free wood chip pile at the Central Transfer Station in Centralia over the weekend, but there are still plenty of chips left. Come and get 'em!

Plus: How To Make Ice Cream In A Can - A fun and yummy way to reuse old coffee cans!

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Lewis County Permaculture Society‘s Chrys Ostrander posted:
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Tilth Alliance has just announced its search for an Executive Director. The recent merger of three organizations, Tilth Producers, Seattle Tilth and Cascade Harvest Coalition, and subsequent leadership changes, have led the Board of Directors to examine and re-define the Alliance's strategic direction. They are seeking an experienced, visionary and passionate leader who will work collaboratively ... See More
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Native Soil Farm’s Billie Washington shared a link for a fundraiser to help Leon Charger, last of his line, to visit his 80 year old brother in hospice care. Charger writes:  

My name is Leon Charger.  My Lakota name as given to me by Arvol Looking Horse is TaTanka A Wi Ca Ku (Brings Back Buffalo). I am full blood Lakota/Dakota descendant of Chief Martin Charger &  the Fools Soldiers Band of Cheyenne River, South Dakota. My  great grandfather was Chief Martin Charger. I am the youngest of the remaining males in the Charger lineage. I have two living  older brothers. Melvin Charger and Norman Charger.

My oldest living brother Melvin Charger who has been blind since a child from an accident , has recently become progressively ill and is now in hospice care in Minnesota. He is 80 yrs old. Throughout the years I had only three opportunities to visit him in my life. Now, due to his weakening heart and a progressive lung cancer, in the words of those close to Melvin and his physicians, he soon will make his journey home...

Charger’s GoFundMe page, titled One Last Visit to See My Brother, includes video clips & information on travel expenses. Help him reach his goal & his brother’s side.

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Today: Farmers Insurance- Cyndi Philbrook Agency shared a post, adding:
Call in and ask me a question!

KELA / KMNT Radio invites you to:         
Get Cheesy at the 2018 Cheese Days Toledo Washington hosted by the Toledo Lions Club!!!
Join Peter Abbarno and Cyndi Philbrook on AM1470's KELA / KMNT Radio Wednesday at 8:30am as they explore the history of Cheese Days Toledo Washington, this year's events from July 12-15, and theme "The Legend of Bigfoot!"

Tune-in to AM1470 on Wednesday at 8:30am or live stream at KELAam.com! Call (360) 330-5352 to share your Cheesy Stories!

For more information about Cheese Days, visit http://www.toledolionsclub.org/cheesedays.html  

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TOLEDO HIGH SCHOOL
WORLD CULTURES FAIR
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
FAIR: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
LOCATION: The Oak Grove at Toledo High School
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Notice of Special Board Meeting
Toledo School District Board of Directors
will conduct a
Special Board Meeting - Board Planning & Goal Setting
5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 13, 2018
in the
Toledo Middle School Library

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

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Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:                               
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

***

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer GoFundMe page for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.

Toledo supports Neumann family following house fire - GoFundMe page. Contact Jadee Landry.   

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

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06.12.2018 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

6/12/2018

1 Comment

 
In today’s column:
  • Toledo Middle School: Roller Coaster Night
  • TES PTO: Garden Science - Transplanting
  • LC Solid Waste Utility: Flip Flop Art
  • Today: Toledo School District Honors Retirees
  • Wednesday: KMNT/KELA Host Lions, Culture Fair, Park Board, TSD BOD Special Mtg  
  • Tech Report: WIN10 Update Could Wipe Desktop, FBI Router Warning Intensifies
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Hard-working gloves for hard-working hands

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Toledo School District shared this post: ​
Images courtesy TMS
 
Roller Coaster Night at TMS
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TES PTO’s Brooke Sellards Acosta  shared:
End of year garden science: Transplanting!
Images courtesy Brook Sellards Acosta

The seedlings didn't do great this year, probably due to erratic Spring weather and temps. The plight of the gardener! Students either transplanted seedlings or directly sewed seeds into the ground.

Pam Peak Meade added: Now is the time to ask parents, grandparents, siblings and anyone that would like to work with the TES Garden Club during the summer to come on over!
Anytime you have would be so appreciated, you can go to the garden anytime that fits your schedule, even if we're not there!

Vision:Toledo said:
Thanks to Bob, Brooke and everyone who makes this happen. It's appreciated.

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility shared a video:
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Image courtesy Ocean Sole

This incredible artist is taking discarded flip-flops from the ocean and turning them into art  (via 60 Second Docs)
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Today: Toledo School District announced - June 12 from 3-5 p.m. at THS, we’ll celebrate the careers of three employees who are opening a new chapter of life.                                 
Vickie Caldwell, Day Custodian at THS, Terry Holmes, PE and Driver’s Ed at THS and Bill Waag, Math and PE teacher at TMS and TES will retire at the end of this year.
Please join us for refreshments and the opportunity to properly tease them and celebrate their retirements following careers of outstanding service to students, families and the Toledo School District.
                                                 
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Wednesday: Farmers Insurance- Cyndi Philbrook Agency shared a post, adding:
Call in and ask me a question!

KELA / KMNT Radio invites you to:         
Get Cheesy at the 2018 Cheese Days Toledo Washington hosted by the Toledo Lions Club!!!
Join Peter Abbarno and Cyndi Philbrook on AM1470's KELA / KMNT Radio Wednesday at 8:30am as they explore the history of Cheese Days Toledo Washington, this year's events from July 12-15, and theme "The Legend of Bigfoot!"

Tune-in to AM1470 on Wednesday at 8:30am or live stream at KELAam.com! Call (360) 330-5352 to share your Cheesy Stories!

For more information about Cheese Days, visit http://www.toledolionsclub.org/cheesedays.html  

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TOLEDO HIGH SCHOOL
WORLD CULTURES FAIR
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
FAIR: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
LOCATION: The Oak Grove at Toledo High School
GROUPS - Each group must be made up of 3-5 students within the same class period.
300 total points possible for each member.
BOOTH - 100 points possible to be earned by the group.
PERFORMANCE - 50 points possible to be earned by the group.
COSTUME - 50 points possible to be earned by the group.
FOOD - 50 points possible to be earned by the group.
CLEAN-UP - 50 points possible to be earned by the group.

PROJECT OVERVIEW: Which culture will collect the most gold coins? Let the battle begin!

Traditionally, world fairs display the best things about a nation for all the rest of the world to see.

LOOK THE PART     ACT THE ROLE     BE THE CULTURE

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Notice of Special Board Meeting
Toledo School District Board of Directors
will conduct a
Special Board Meeting - Board Planning & Goal Setting
5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 13, 2018
in the
Toledo Middle School Library.

​
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Tech Report: All Over The Board

Tech Republic reports: Installing the Windows 10 April 2018 Update could wipe your entire desktop. User forums have been flooded with calls for help after recently updated PCs are rendered useless. The Windows 10 April Update is causing more stress for users, with many claiming their PCs were wiped clean after they hit OK on the update prompt...

Check out their free ebook download: Windows 10 spotlight: Prepare, repair, and recover


Ripoff Report shared abc13abc.com’s warning: PHONE UPGRADE SCAM ALERT - Scammers trying to take your phone with phone scheme                   

Another alert from Ripoff Report‏: Beware: Phone Scammers Are Posing as Equifax Reps, adding: The credit bureau will never call you, so hang up.


CNET Update: The FBI wants you to factory reset your router. Here's how to do it - CNET
Remember that FBI reboot-your-router warning in response to Russian malware VPNFilter? Turns out it's worse than originally thought...

Also from CNET: Net neutrality is really, officially dead. Now what? Effective June 11,       


MakeUseOf‏ offers: iPhone Security Secrets: 8 Apps and Settings You Must Know                  

More MUO: A Complete Beginner’s Guide to iOS 11 for iPhone & iPad, free ebook download.                                

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

***

Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   

***

Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:                               
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

***

June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer GoFundMe page for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.

Toledo supports Neumann family following house fire - GoFundMe page. Contact Jadee Landry.   

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

***

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06.11.2018 Monday Column

6/11/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Tyson Foods Recall: No Reported Injuries
  • Cowlitz Prairie Academy: Graduation Photos
  • PSA: Graduation Time Sees Spike In Mail Theft
  • MAP Nature Works Club: Kid’s Garden Signs
  • Summer Camps: Can You Help?​
  • Gracie The Pug: Post-Surgery Update
  • Visiting Hooves: Touching Lives
  • Today: PNW Chamber Orchestra - Young Talents
  • Tuesday: Toledo School District Honors Retirees
  • Wednesday: School Board Special Meeting  
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
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Image courtesy Alicia Luna Ortiz

Garden? Or rice paddy?
What a downpour Sunday!

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KATU News warned last night: Tyson Foods recalls frozen breaded chicken for possible plastic contamination, adding “The USDA is urging any businesses that may have the products stored away in their freezers to throw them out.” 
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Toledo School District shared this post:
Images courtesy Randy Pennington

Randy Pennington wrote: Proud of these young women and young men..join me in best wishes for them as they all go forward into their next chapter in life with dreams and success......

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PSA: One reader warned “Watch your mail!!! Just had (the police) return my outgoing mail…”
It’s that time of year when thieves target graduation cards. USPS recommends using mail drop boxes for outbound letters & bills, Informed Delivery for daily inbound.
You’ll need a USPS.com account to sign up for Informed Delivery.
Visit http://informeddelivery.usps.com/ to learn more about the program.

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MAP enrichment programs posted last week:
Images courtesy Annie Jones

For their last Nature Works Club meeting of the term members installed signs they made and painted for the community garden at Toledo Elementary School as their“give back” contributing to community project. They also made home-made ice cream and worked in their nature journals. The signs turned out great and school garden committee members said they loved them! Stop by the community garden at TES this summer and check them out - while you’re at it pull a few weeds and take home a few veggies for dinner, too!

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Girl Scout Leader Annie Jones shared:  
Images courtesy Annie Jones

The girls earned their trailblazing badge last weekend. Thanks @campsingingwind!    

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Summer Camps Coordinator Annie Jones invites:
                              
Toledo Friends! Want to be involved in making summer adventure camps magical and awesome for kids in our community? Here’s how you can help:
There are 4 kids signed up for camps who are in need of partial scholarships and one in need of a full scholarship. Can you help?
We need a few more guest volunteers Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week in July to come read a script/story to the kids at 1:30-3 or assist with a craft or field game (supplies and instructions provided) from 3-3:30. Can you help?
See Details here

The supportive response of this community last summer is the reason MAP was able to get rolling and provide summer and after school programs for so many kids throughout the year, including those in financial need! Let’s do it again - this time we’re giving kids the chance to experience a taste of real summer adventure camp, getting outside, active, and engaged with their world in meaningful ways, learning lots while having fun and making memories!
Thanks in advance.

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington posted: The Legend of Bigfoot, Episode 2: The Hunters

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Kathy Whiteside reports:
Gracie Update - She is doing well from her surgery on Wednesday. Just pretty sore and worn out but she is spunky and demanding so back to normal. She had a pretty big incision on her leg so she is still pretty tender. They took a biopsy underneath that we should know in the next few days the results. Thanks for checking in on her and us. 
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Visiting Hooves Miniature Therapy Horses & Bunnies shared:
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Image courtesy Visiting Hooves

Chicky (Friday) at Prestige Post-Acute & Rehabilitation, Centralia, WA. Here she is resting her head on a table while being petted. "I was getting sleepy from all the petting and kisses to my nose." So many emotional residents today; the Activities Director was holding back tears several times. One man who was in a wheelchair in the hallway was sitting sad and angry. Chicky put her head in his lap and he put his head against her forehead, hugged her head with both hands, and tearfully said "Chicky" over and over until I had to reluctantly lead her away to see another person. I don't understand how she does it but she connects with people on another level than we do.

https://visitinghooves.com/

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Today: Not Strictly Toledo - Pacific Northwest Chamber Orchestra - Young Talents 7:30 PM at Centralia College Corbet Theater. Come hear featured soloists Jisu Han and Samuel Miller perform concertos with the PNCO along with other orchestral music. Conducted by Joshua Friedlander.
Free.

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Tuesday: Toledo School District announced - June 12 from 3-5 p.m. at THS, we’ll celebrate the careers of three employees who are opening a new chapter of life.                                 
Vickie Caldwell, Day Custodian at THS, Terry Holmes, PE and Driver’s Ed at THS and Bill Waag, Math and PE teacher at TMS and TES will retire at the end of this year.
Please join us for refreshments and the opportunity to properly tease them and celebrate their retirements following careers of outstanding service to students, families and the Toledo School District.
                                                 
***

Wednesday:
​
Notice of Special Board Meeting
Toledo School District Board of Directors
will conduct a
Special Board Meeting - Board Planning & Goal Setting
5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 13, 2018
in the
Toledo Middle School Library.

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Looking Ahead: Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife posted:  
                           
The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission is scheduled to select a new WDFW director during their public meeting June 14-16 in Olympia. The commission will also consider a small land acquisition; review population status of sea otters, pygmy rabbits, and Columbian sharp-tailed grouse; hear briefings about regional salmon and steelhead recovery organizations, hatchery reform efforts, and the management of Columbia River summer chinook salmon; and review preliminary WDFW budget and policy proposals for the 2019 legislative session. See complete meeting agenda, including times for public input, at
https://wdfw.wa.gov/commission/…/2018/06/agenda_jun1318.html.  

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

***

For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

***

Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: With just one more week of school...parents are making summer plans for their children's activities.
May we suggest an week (M-Th) of Camp Picasso - July 23-26 from 9 until noon.
Or possibly for the more dramatic: Children's Theater Workshop 9-3 M-F July 30 - August 3 with the performance on Friday evening at 7pm.
We have just a few opening remaining for these camps.
Contact: www.morganartscentre.com   


June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

July 12-15: Cheese Days Toledo

August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee

September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

***

Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer GoFundMe page for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside. 

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays.

TES PTO Kids Garden ISO* garden sponsors.   ​

Toledo Youth Baseball ISO* Signboard sponsors. Message Brooke Sellards Acosta.

Toledo supports Neumann family following house fire - GoFundMe page. Contact Jadee Landry.   

Toledo Middle School PTO supports laptops for students. GoFundMe page.

Steamboat Alley Paver Forms available @ link or downtown businesses.

Toledo Thursday Market PDF vendor forms. $10/week, handmade & homegrown.  

Cheese Days Toledo 2018 parade & vendor sign up forms.
Plus: The Legend Of Bigfoot in 7 weekly episodes.

ISO* = In Search Of

***

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06.07.2018 Thursday Column

6/7/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Warm Weather Giving Way to Rain Friday & Beyond
  • TES PTO Introduces Executive Board Members
  • Jake Dailey: Volunteering And Parenting  
  • Billie Washington Challenges Toledo: Ban Plastic Bags
  • Today: Thursday Market, Baccalaureate At TFBC, LewCo EDC Smart Tank
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More​
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US National Weather Service Portland Oregon warns: A cold front will move into the area Friday bringing cooler temperatures and steady rain. Rain will start Friday afternoon to evening. Expect steady rain with a chance of a thunderstorm Saturday. High temperatures Saturday will be about 10 degrees cooler than Friday. Precipitation will taper off Sunday. Rainfall totals will range from 1/2 to 3/4 inch.

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Toledo School District shared:
Images courtesy Toledo School District

Scenes from mock graduation (Wednesday) night. You’re invited to share in our pride in these young people on Saturday at 2 pm.

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TES PTO announced: Congratulations to the newly elected 2018/19 TES PTO Executive Board! Thank you for your commitment to Toledo kids.
  • President—Jennifer Teitzel  
  • Vice President—Amy Archer   
  • Secretary—Alicia Ortiz   
  • Treasurer—Melissa Young    
  • Volunteer Coordinator—Michelle Olson    
  • Faculty Liaison—Mrs. Queener


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Summer Clubs Coordinator Annie Jones alerted folks yesterday:                   
My phone is down - I can see that I have several text messages but can't access them or even see who they're from. Please use facebook messenger for now and I'll check in via my computer when I'm home in the morning and evening. Thanks! ( I LOVE/HATE technology!)

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington posted:                                            
Magazine is out with our story and car photos! Our Cheese Days Program will be soon.

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US Veteran & overnight dad Jake Dailey showed pics:     
Images courtesy Jake Dailey

Wilder and I get to volunteer at the NOYO Food Forest community garden here in Fort Bragg CA for the next couple months! I’m stoked to have found something productive to do and Wilder is stoked about the awesome wheelbarrow he gets to load and push.

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Native Soil Farm’s Billie Washington issued a challenge:   
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Image courtesy Billie Washington
​                     
Single-use plastic must be banned! This is our planet. Let’s start doing the right things.

I copied these words and want to pass them on. After seeing cows eating plastic bags in India I wanted to come home & do things differently.

Let’s make our beautiful little town of Toledo the first city in Lewis County to ban plastic. Little by little we can all make a difference.

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Today:
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Tonight: Lewis County Economic Development Council is hosting Smart Tank, a start-up pitch competition June 7 - 9 at Centralia College. $6,500 in cash & prizes on the line.
Event is FREE. Registration required. Details in link above.

Official Event Details:
  • June 7: Kickoff networking event 5:00pm (optional)
  • June 8: Participant workshops and expert instruction 9:00am-4:00pm
  • June 9: Event competition 1:00-3:00pm (open to the public)
For questions, contact Rebecca Tripp at rebecca@lewisedc.com or (360) 748-0114
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Tonight: Toledo First Baptist Church shared:    

Toledo High School and Cowlitz Prairie Academy Baccalaureate Service will be held at TFBC again on Thursday, June 7 at 7:00 pm. We host this annual event as a way of congratulating and encouraging our graduating seniors and their families.

This year pastor Scott Crossfield will be speaking to the students and a pizza and dessert fellowship will be available after the service.

Please come and wish our seniors well!
                                                
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Looking Ahead: Toledo Lioness invites: Join us for a Dirty Pour Acrylic Paint event. ​
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Image courtesy of Toledo Lioness Club

You can choose to do your pour on 12x12 canvas or ceramic tile. All supplies are provided plus refreshments and appetizers for $20, for $25 you will receive a cocktail. Event is Saturday, June 23rd, 3pm at Donna's Place in downtown Toledo, all proceeds go towards our 2 scholarships. Reserve your spot and lets have some fun. Any questions call Rachel at 360-749-7224. Last day to sign up is Friday, June 15th.

P: 360-864-8844
F: 360-864-8846

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Mark Your Calendar: Vision:TOLEDO added:                        

Toledo Alum and author Debby Lee is going to be doing a book signing Saturday during Cheese Days at the library. Stop in a say hi and check out her new book.

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Health Corner returns next week.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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  • June 9: Toledo Youth Soccer Signups @ TES
  • June 13: Culture Fair @ Toledo High School
  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

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Update: Toledo’s favorite event has its own FB page! Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.  

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Picasso week #1 has filled, Picasso week #2 & the Children's Theater Workshop still have a few spots open.
For more information: www.morganartscentre.com

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

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June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

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August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee with Tractor Parade August 24.

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September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

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September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Fundraiser: Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer Fundraiser for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

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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 Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays 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 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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Foundations: Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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Farmer’s Market: Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.

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Update: Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.

***

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06.06.2018 Wednesday Column

6/6/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Kindergarten Class Publishes Yearly Books
  • Today: TES PTO Board Elections
  • Thursday: LewCo EDC Smart Tank
  • Guest Post: When My Old Dog Dies - A Letter To Myself
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More​
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Toledo School District shared: ​
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Images courtesy Toledo School District

Mrs. Schaplow's Kindergarten class publishes a book each year. This year's volume is about family pets. Students write and illustrate their page and then it is bound into a hardcover book. Excellent keepsake for beginning writers, readers and illustrators.


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Visit Lewis County Tribune for local and county-wide news. 

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Today: Mandy Lutze Kruger wrote in TES PTO:                                            
BOARD ELECTIONS WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 6, 2018 at 6pm in the TES Library. We need YOU! If you are interested in volunteering for one of the board positions please “throw your hat in the ring”. 
You do NOT need to be present at the meeting to be elected; let us know prior to the meeting and we will put your name on the ballot.

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Thursday: Lewis County Economic Development Council is hosting Smart Tank, a start-up pitch competition June 7 - 9 at Centralia College. $6,500 in cash & prizes on the line.
Event is FREE. Registration required. Details in link above.

Official Event Details:
  • June 7: Kickoff networking event 5:00pm (optional)
  • June 8: Participant workshops and expert instruction 9:00am-4:00pm
  • June 9: Event competition 1:00-3:00pm (open to the public)
For questions, contact Rebecca Tripp at rebecca@lewisedc.com or (360) 748-0114
​
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Toledo Thursday Market: open 3 - 7 PM Thursdays 
The best in handmade & homegrown.

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Looking Ahead: 
Notice of Special Board Meeting
Toledo School District Board of Directors 
will conduct a 
Special Board Meeting - Board Planning & Goal Setting 
5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 13, 2018 
in the
Toledo Middle School Library. ​

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Guest Post: A Letter To Myself: ‘When My Old Dog Dies’

A Letter to Myself: ‘When My Old Dog Dies’by Lindsay Stordahl
  
In January 2016 I thought I was going to lose my senior dog Ace. So sure, that I said to our vet, “I’m ready to give up.”
We had paid a deposit on a puppy who wasn’t even born yet; I hoped he’d still get the chance to grow up with Ace.
Lying on the floor with my dog, I decided to write a letter to my future self. As a way to cope with the upcoming loss. I knew that doing so, with Ace at my side, would help my future self get through that pain.
So I wrote myself a letter, then tucked it away.
And I was right. The letter did help me, tremendously. But I was wrong on time.
We got over two more years.
I’m one of the lucky ones. I got two extra years with my best buddy. More trips to the park than I can count. Kisses every day. Road trips. Adventures to the very end.
My dog lived a good, long life, and for that I am so, so lucky.
So while this letter wasn’t intended for anyone but me, I decided to publish it here, unedited. It’s not that my letter will necessarily help other dog owners, but I hope it encourages others to write their own letters. And of course, to enjoy every moment. We all know life is a gift, yet we so easily forget.
Images courtesy Lindsay Stordahl, ThatMutt.com

A letter to myself, “When My Old Dog Dies.” Jan. 26, 2016

​Dear Lindsay,
I know you are literally collapsed on the ground. Lost in that sadness only a dog lover understands.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Remember that no one could’ve given Ace a more fulfilled or loving life. He was a treasure, but so are you.
You did your best, and your best was more than good enough. Ace thrived. He knew he was loved every single day of his loving life.
Remember to allow yourself to feel sad. It’s OK. I hope you remember to allow yourself to wallow in that deep sadness. At least for today. Make sure you take a day off from work and everything.
 
Remember that Josh might do or say the wrong things. That’s OK. How could anyone know what to do? Remember he is grieving too, in his own way. Remember all the things he did to support you and Ace over the years.
Other people will also say the wrong things. They mean well, and they care.
Allow those cats to curl up with you and offer comfort. They don’t understand but they do provide comfort. Let them.
You probably have your new dog now, which means Ace got to help shape this next dog, which is what you wanted.
 
Don’t compare the new guy to Ace. He already has a very difficult job ahead of being your new companion. Let him be himself. He might be confused, looking for Ace. Or he might act as if Ace never existed. Either way, don’t hold it against him.
Imagine all the adventures the two of you will have in the coming decade, much of it because of Ace and now he helped you on your way in life.
 
Imagine all the dogs you can foster because Ace has helped to teach this new pup calmness, acceptance.
There is also that chance you don’t have your puppy yet, that their lives didn’t overlap with you together after all. That’s OK too. You can’t plan everything in life.
You will always honor Ace, such a great dog.
Remember all those hikes, camping adventures, walks and just lounging by the TV. Remember how he’s impacted thousands of lives because, in part, of you.

Hold Ace in your heart forever.
Never forget those soft ears or how he loved with his entire soul and never once thought badly of anyone.
Always tell stories.
​
Lindsay
January 2016

*Special thanks to Lindsay Stordahl of ThatMutt.com for graciously allowing me to share her heartfelt message with readers. Original blog post here: https://www.thatmutt.com/2018/05/31/a-letter-to-myself-when-my-old-dog-dies/

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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  • June 7: Baccalaureate 7:00 pm @ Toledo First Baptist Church
  • June 9: Toledo Youth Soccer Signups @ TES
  • June 13: Culture Fair @ Toledo High School
  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

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Update: Toledo’s favorite event has its own FB page! Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.  

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Picasso week #1 has filled, Picasso week #2 & the Children's Theater Workshop still have a few spots open.
For more information: www.morganartscentre.com

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

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June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

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August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee with Tractor Parade August 24.

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September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

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September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Fundraiser: Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer Fundraiser for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

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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 Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays 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 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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Foundations: Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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Farmer’s Market: Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.

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Update: Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.

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06.05.2018 Tuesday Column

6/5/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Visiting Hooves: ISO Volunteers
  • Annie Jones: Endings and Beginnings
  • Cheese Days Toledo: The Legend Of Bigfoot In 7 Weekly Episodes
  • Today: Regional Transportation Meetings
  • Wednesday: TES PTO Board Elections
  • Thursday: LewCo EDC Smart Tank
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More​
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Image courtesy Victoria Smith

‎Victoria L. Smith‎ posted: Volunteers needed!
Help take miniature therapy horses and bunnies to nursing homes, memory care, special needs groups, etc. Lots of fun and you will be helping spread some love and happiness to people confined mostly to hospital beds and wheelchairs. We are based in Toledo, WA. Please contact me via the contact form on https:visitinghooves.com     
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Annie Jones ponders:                             Today was our last toddler group meeting of the school year, last MAP Nature Club meeting of the school year tomorrow, last MAP STEAM club meeting Thursday, 6 more days of preschool teaching, sweet friends are moving this week and to top it off, tonight after a wonderful weekend camping together we said goodbye to our Portland Girl Scout Troops as we move on to a newly forming local troop…
Goodbyes are difficult. Endings are uncomfortable. The soil of the heart... is ready to nurture new growth. I say bring it on...

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Update: Toledo’s favorite event has its own FB page! Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.  

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Visit Lewis County Tribune for local and county-wide news.

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Today: Lewis County Solid Waste Utility invites:
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Share your thoughts on the future of accessible transportation in our region. There are two public meetings on this topic in Chehalis on June 5.

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Wednesday: Mandy Lutze Kruger wrote in TES PTO:                                          
BOARD ELECTIONS WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 6, 2018 at 6pm in the TES Library. We need YOU! If you are interested in volunteering for one of the board positions please “throw your hat in the ring”.
You do NOT need to be present at the meeting to be elected; let us know prior to the meeting and we will put your name on the ballot.

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Thursday: Lewis County Economic Development Council is hosting Smart Tank, a start-up pitch competition June 7 - 9 at Centralia College. $6,500 in cash & prizes on the line.
Event is FREE. Registration required. Details in link above.

Official Event Details:
  • June 7: Kickoff networking event 5:00pm (optional)
  • June 8: Participant workshops and expert instruction 9:00am-4:00pm
  • June 9: Event competition 1:00-3:00pm (open to the public)
For questions, contact Rebecca Tripp at rebecca@lewisedc.com or (360) 748-0114
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Save The Date - Toledo School District announces: June 12 from 3-5 p.m. at THS, we’ll celebrate the careers of three employees who are opening a new chapter of life.                                 
Vickie Caldwell, Day Custodian at THS, Terry Holmes, PE and Driver’s Ed at THS and Bill Waag, Math and PE teacher at TMS and TES will retire at the end of this year.
Please join us for refreshments and the opportunity to properly tease them and celebrate their retirements following careers of outstanding service to students, families and the Toledo School District.

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Looking Ahead: ​
Notice of Special Board Meeting

Toledo School District Board of Directors
will conduct a
Special Board Meeting - Board Planning & Goal Setting
5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 13, 2018
in the
Toledo Middle School Library.

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No Tech Report today. Tech Tuesday returns next week.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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  • June 7: Baccalaureate 7:00 pm @ Toledo First Baptist Church
  • June 9: Toledo Youth Soccer Signups @ TES
  • June 13: Culture Fair @ Toledo High School
  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

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Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Picasso week #1 has filled, Picasso week #2 & the Children's Theater Workshop still have a few spots open.
For more information: www.morganartscentre.com

***

For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

***

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

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August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee with Tractor Parade August 24.

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September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

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September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

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Fundraiser: Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer Fundraiser for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

***

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 Pickers:

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

***

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

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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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Foundations: Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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Farmer’s Market: Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.

***

Update: Cheese Days Toledo links sign up forms for (2018) Cheese Days parade and vendor booths. Information can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/CheesedaysToledo/
Check out The Legend Of Bigfoot in seven weekly episodes. Episode 1: The Journey Begins.

***

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06.04.2018 Monday Column

6/4/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Lions Club, City of Toledo: Clean Up Day Thank You Note
  • Toledo Middle School: Special Edition Track Team Weekend Winners
  • Lewis County Tribune: Commissioners Hire County Manager
  • KATU News: Allergy Nasal Spray Recall Issued
  • Today: City Council Meeting
  • Tuesday: Regional Transportation Meetings
  • Wednesday: TES PTO Board Elections
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More​
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Susanné Rose Maestas announces: My new addition to the post office mural.  
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Toledo Lions Club joins Mayor Steve Dobosh & City of Toledo to say:
Thanks to the Volunteers who came to help clean up Toledo on June 2, 2018 -
Signora Armstrong, Don Brenner, Carl Buswell, Brian Dennis, Mayor Steve Dobosh, Jim Fluckinger,
Marlea Hanson, Johanna Jones, Di Morgan, Emily Morgan, Helen Morgan, Jake Morgan, 
Mike Morgan, Pat Owen, Dan Peet, Charlie Pruett, Sheila Richardson, Ron Smith, Peter Sonne

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Toledo Middle School shared: Our Special Edition Track Team participated in a meet hosted by Kalama!
Images courtesy Toledo Middle School

Congratulations to our amazing athletes!

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Lewis County Tribune posted: 
Commissioners Hire Martin as County Manager

The Lewis County Commissioners have chosen Erik Martin to serve as the new Lewis County Manager. Martin has served as the county public works director since 2016, and prior to that he served as a county traffic and maintenance engineer. 
​
Commissioner Edna Fund said the Issaquah, Wash.-based recruitment agency Prothman Company received many qualified applications but ultimately Martin was the best choice for the job.
Martin has a Mast...See More  

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KATU News posted:
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Image courtesy KATU News
                                
RECALL ALERT: Apotex Corp. has issued a voluntary recall for certain nasal sprays after discovering they contained small glass particles. More...

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Lewis County Solid Waste Utility invites:
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Share your thoughts on the future of accessible transportation in our region. There are two public meetings on this topic in Chehalis on June 5.

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Mandy Lutze Kruger wrote in TES PTO: 
BOARD ELECTIONS WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 6, 2018 at 6pm in the TES Library. We need YOU! If you are interested in volunteering for one of the board positions please “throw your hat in the ring”.

You do NOT need to be present at the meeting to be elected; let us know prior to the meeting and we will put your name on the ballot.

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Autumn Schultz posted in TES PTO: Thanks to Mr. Bob, Brooke Sellards Acosta and all the volunteers for another great garden class!  
Images courtesy TES PTO

Mrs. Schultz's 4th grade class got to plant chard today! We look forward to visiting this summer, weeding, watering and harvesting! Stop by and see how beautiful our school garden is!

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Toledo Lioness Club invites:
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Image courtesy Toledo Lioness Club

Join us for a Dirty Pour Acrylic Paint event. You can choose to do your pour on 12x12 canvas or ceramic tile. All supplies are provided plus refreshments and appetizers for $20, for $25 you will receive a cocktail. Event is Saturday, June 23rd, 3pm at Donna's Place in downtown Toledo, all proceeds go towards our 2 scholarships. Reserve your spot and lets have some fun. Any questions call Rachel at 360-749-7224.

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington shared a post: 
Play Bingo and help out our soccer kids!
​
Toledo Youth Soccer Club's biggest fundraiser is BINGO at the high school Friday night of Cheese Days (July 13). We're asking for volunteers to help coordinate...See More

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Toledo School District posts:   
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Last athletic schedule for 2017-18. Thank you to our coaches, sponsors, fans, boosters, transportation, grounds and our Athletic Director, Grady Fallon, for another great year of interscholastic athletics.

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Save The Date - Toledo School District announces:
June 12 from 3-5 p.m. at THS, we’ll celebrate the careers of three employees who are opening a new chapter of life.  
                               
Vickie Caldwell, Day Custodian at THS, Terry Holmes, PE and Driver’s Ed at THS and Bill Waag, Math and PE teacher at TMS and TES will retire at the end of this year.

Please join us for refreshments and the opportunity to properly tease them and celebrate their retirements following careers of outstanding service to students, families and the Toledo School District.

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Not Strictly Toledo - LewisTalk.com posted: This is an amazing opportunity! One in five people will experience mental illness.The Mental Health First Aid class is being offered FREE on Saturday, June 30, at Providence Centralia Hospital...More                                           

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Not Strictly Toledo2 - The Chip Guy shared:
​The Warehouse will be open June 4th (today) 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.                     
Won’t be a normal give, this is just a special give to move some more produce and bread.

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Tonight: 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 as council meetings.

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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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  • June 7: Baccalaureate 7:00 pm @ Toledo First Baptist Church
  • June 9: Toledo Youth Soccer Signups @ TES
  • June 13: Culture Fair @ Toledo High School
  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

***

Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Picasso week #1 has filled, Picasso week #2 & the Children's Theater Workshop still have a few spots open.
For more information: www.morganartscentre.com

***

For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

***

June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

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August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee with Tractor Parade August 24.

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September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

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September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

***

Fundraiser: Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer Fundraiser for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

***

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 Pickers:

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

***
 
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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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.

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Foundations: Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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Farmer’s Market: Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.

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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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06.01.2018 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

6/1/2018

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In today’s column:
  • Recap: Gallery 505 First Look/Opening Night In Photos
  • Ethan Siegel: Writing On Science
  • Cheese Days: The Legend Of Bigfoot - Episode 1 Of 7
  • Today:Youth Soccer Sign-Ups
  • Saturday: FCCLA Breakfast, Cheer Car Wash, City Clean Up Day, Lions Garage Sale
  • Monday: City Council
  • Health Corner: On Migraines
  • Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More​
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Toledo Thursday Market boasts a solid core of weekly vendors with room for a few more regulars OR periodic sellers of local produce and other edibles, soaps, wool by the bag or as wearables, arts and crafts, and much more. ​
Stop by for a warm welcome no matter the weather and bring home the best in handmade and homegrown while supporting your neighborhood growers and crafters.   

ToledoTel reminds: There's an added bonus to our Thursday market in Toledo; you get free WiFi too! Come check it out.    

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Recap: Gallery 505 Artists Co-op First Look/Opening Night enjoyed an intimate crowd of art aficionados mingling with several artists featured during June 2018.
Images courtesy Mike Morgan          

Open Wednesday through Saturday 1 - 5 PM.
Runs through June 30.

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Ethan Siegel on: The 5 Most Important Rules For Scientists Who Write About Science
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Image courtesy of Jinyi Yang, University of Arizona; Reidar Hahn, Fermilab; M. Newhouse NOAO/AURA/NSF

“Remember that your number one goal, if you’re a scientist writing about your science, is to increase the excitement and knowledge of your audience about what it is that you do. What we’re learning about all aspects of the Universe is expanding and increasing every day, and that joy and wonder should carry over to all of us in our daily lives. We cannot be experts in each and every field, but that underscores exactly why we need experts, and to respect true expertise when we... See More                                

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Cheese Days Toledo Washington  brings you:
The Legend of Bigfoot - EPISODE 1 of 7: The Journey Begins* 

The Legend of Bigfoot is coming to Toledo Cheese Days July 12th - 15th!
See the journey the big guy makes, along with his wife, Squatchette, and two bumbling Bigfoot Hunters!

Rights and ownership of music used belong to the original owners, artist(s) and/or studio(s).
​
Toledo Cheese Days Committee is a non-profit organization benefitting the Toledo Higher Education Fund, managed by the Toledo Lions Club.
www.toledolionsclub.org                 

*Click link to view   

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Friends of the Toledo Library posted: JUNE ADULT PAGE TURNERS...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Note: The group is taking July and August off. Will resume in August...

Library open until 7 PM Wednesday, 5 PM Thursday & Saturday. 
​New items added weekly to Book Sale Rack. Grab some coffee and your next movie or read.

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Last Day: Katie Gale‎, Toledo Youth Football reminds:                            
Youth football camp is coming up ...(May 30th, 31st, and June 1st) for grades K-7. The kids can ride the bus to the high school from the elementary and middle schools. Camp gets over at 4:45. $35 per kid...get your sign up forms in ASAP. If you need a form, comment here and I’ll see if I can dig one up today. The boys had so much fun last year and I’m pretty sure the high school players love it as much as the younger ones.

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Also Today: Toledo Youth Soccer reminder:
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Image courtesy Toledo Youth Soccer

Details at www.lcysa.net.

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And: Courage To Change Al-Anon AFG meets 7 PM Fridays @ Toledo Presbyterian Church.

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Saturday:
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Toledo Lions Club joins Mayor Steve Dobosh & City of Toledo at the Boat Launch 9 AM Saturday for the Annual Clean Up Day.

Says Michelle: Meet with Mayor, lots of projects, weed eaters, rakes, wheel barrows, gloves, etc are helpful.
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Image courtesy Moonshine Hollow                   
Branch Manager & Assistant

Some tasks have been designated, a few remain open.
If you’re considering applying for the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position, here’s your chance to show your stuff.
Need more incentive? Lunch will be provided for all volunteers, thanks to Toledo Lions Club.

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Monday: Toledo City Council meetings 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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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More

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NEW! Gracie The Pug Kicks Cancer Fundraiser for local celebrity mascot Gracie Whiteside

  • May 31 & June 1: Toledo Youth Football Signups @ THS
  • June 1: Toledo Youth Soccer Signups @ TES
  • June 2: Toledo High School FCCLA ASB Breakfast Fundraiser  
  • June 2: Toledo Community Clean-Up Day
  • June 7: Baccalaureate 7:00 pm @ Toledo First Baptist Church
  • June 13: Culture Fair @ Toledo High School
  • June 25-29: Vacation Bible School @ Toledo First Baptist

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For The Summer: Seasonal Maintenance Worker 25-30 HRS/WK.
Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com.

***

Morgan Arts Centre Summer Camps update: Picasso week #1 has filled, Picasso week #2 & the Children's Theater Workshop still have a few spots open.
For more information: www.morganartscentre.com

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MAP Summer Camp Clubs update:
There’s still time to sign up! Registration for summer day camps closes June 1st so if you haven’t got yours in yet, it’s time! Contact me if you have any questions or concerns. All children are welcome. Scholarships available.

*please note, all camps run Monday-Thursday, including “Super Spy School” and “Secret Agents” camps (July 16-19, not 16-20, as there is a typo on the flyer)

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June 29 - July 1: Resonance Restival @ Camp Singing Wind

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August 25-26: Cowlitz Prairie Grange 54th Annual Gas Show & Threshing Bee with Tractor Parade August 24.

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September 22: Esther Borte’s 3rd Annual Walk in the Park

***

September 28-30: Camp Singing Wind Hosts 11th Permaculture Convergence    

***

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 Pickers:

Toledo Community Library offers free Ukulele lessons Thursdays 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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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.
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* 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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Foundations: Steamboat Alley Paver Forms

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Farmer’s Market: Toledo Thursday Market vendor forms available now.

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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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