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10.31.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

10/31/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Fire Department Promotes Halloween Safety
  • Middle School Awarding Students T-shirts
  • Schools on 2-Hour ACT Late Start Wednesday
  • Common Ground Toledo Meets Wednesday
  • Gallery 505 Opening Night Thursday
  • Tech Report: Gadgets
  • Fundraisers: THS ASB Breakfast Saturday
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Lewis County Fire District #2 (Toledo) shared: Have a Safe and Happy Halloween! Make sure to watch for kids out collecting candy! ​
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Image courtesy Toledo Fire Department

Be sure to stop by the fire department on your journey around town while trick or treating.

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Toledo Middle School posted: Halloween costumes are welcome at TMS (today). Weapons or items that look like weapons and masks are not allowed! Costumes need to meet dress code. Students can change out of their costumes at lunch if they would like.

Also: Mrs. Marick handed out a Toledo Pride shirt today!
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Image courtesy TMS

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Reminder: Wednesday Toledo Schools observe a 2-hour ACT Late Start. 

Plus: Toledo Youth Football cookie dough fundraiser delivers the goods 3-3:30 p.m. Wednesday at High School baseball fields. You can pick up your order from Alicia there.

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Wednesday: Common Ground Toledo holds their business meeting first Wednesday monthly, time & location TBA. November 1, members will meet 7 - 9 p.m. at 155 Schoolhouse Lane, Toledo.

Agenda available at this link. Interested gardeners and horticulturists invited. Refreshments provided.

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Gallery 505 Opening Night Thursday will feature an added attraction to introduce November’s theme: Space.

Stay tuned

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Looking ahead: 
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Mark your calendars - Morgan Arts Centre announces:
Coming Soon - The Holiday Artist's Market at the Morgan Arts Centre. This 2-day event is a wonderful opportunity for folks to buy artfully made objects, paintings, gifts and much more. Saturday & Sunday 10-5 the weekend before Thanksgiving!

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Tech Report: Gadgets

What’s on your wish list this year? And don’t tell me you’re not thinking about it already!

Bose headphones have been my go-to for years, & I’ve found Sony to carry some very good budget-friendly models. But this article on Gizmodo may change my mind.

If you’re looking for another review, check out this one on Braven Signature Wireless Headphones.

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Felix Gray eyeglasses claim to save eyestrain from all the screentime we indulge in daily. The Gadgeteer reviews them here.

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If a you’ve been wanting a drone, check out MakeUseOf’s review of the tiny DJI Spark, rating 8 out of 10; or step up to DJI’s Mavic Pro earning 9 out of 10 (considerably pricier).

cultofmac is running a deal for the next 7 days on the budget SKEYE Nano 2 FPV for $64.

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iPhone lost in the sofa cushions again? groovyPost shared this solution: shout “Hey, Siri, where are you?”

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Fundraisers:

This week: Toledo High School ASB Breakfast Fundraiser Saturday November 4. Watch for details.

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Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

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Two days remain:
The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

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10.30.2017 Monday Column

10/30/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Last Friday’s Homecoming Parade In Pictures
  • High School Features WA Author Brian Herbert Dune Series
  • Recap: Weekend Events
  • Toledo Schools 2 Hour Late Start Wednesday - ACT
  • MAP Enrichment Opens Enrollment For January
  • High School Sports
  • Fundraisers
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At dusk in late October...

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​Homecoming in pictures...

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Toledo School District earned bragging rights on this score… ​
Images courtesy Toledo School District

Nice display in honor of Dune-series novels set up by Assistant Librarian Jennifer Ferrell and teacher's assistant Megan Wallace [on left] at Toledo High School in Washington state. Thank you for all the effort both of you put into this!

Nice lead-in to a themed Opening Night at Gallery 505 this week.

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Reminder: Nine days left. Ballots on the counter don’t count.
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Vote yes and make it count. Thanks.

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TES PTO reports: TES Harvest Festival was a ton of fun!
 Images courtesy TES PTO

Thank you to our event sponsors:
Stanley Oil Company
Betty's Place
Chimi's Family Restaurant
Riverview Auto Parts & Toledo Towing
Thank you also to our amazing volunteers, teachers/staff and parents who worked so hard to put this community event together!

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Question: How did your local astrophysicist celebrate Halloween? 
Images courtesy Ethan Siegel

Answer: See for yourself.


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Question: How did your neighbors at Camp Singing Wind observe the holiday? 
Images courtesy Ben Maestas

Answer: Enjoying Halloween!

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Question: How did your local columnist spend Saturday night?
Images courtesy Alicia Luna Ortiz

Answer: at Michael's Birthday


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Wednesday: Toledo Schools observe a 2-hour ACT Late Start on Wednesday, November 1***

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Also Wednesday: Common Ground Toledo holds their monthly meeting 7 p.m. first Wednesdays, time & date announced on Facebook.

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And: NaNoWriMo 12:01 a.m. November 1 and runs through November 30.

Don't forget about the NaNoWriMo Kick Off Event at the Chehalis Library on Wednesday: Author and writing instructor Lindsay Schopfer will lead a workshop to get you started on the right foot for NaNoWriMo. Whether you’re trying to come up with the plot to your next novel or just trying...
 
The program starts at 5:30 p.m. in the large room immediately to the left as you walk in the first set of library doors. I have the room booked starting at 4, so we can do a little write in and you can pick up your starter kit.
This program is available to everyone, not just those participating in NaNo.

See you at the finish line (if I don’t run out of steam)!

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Cyndi at Farmers Insurance and Financial Services says: We will be stopping by the schools on Monday, October 30th to gather the Sparkle Award nominations. So if you haven't gotten your nominations in yet this month, you might want to hurry!

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MAP Enrichment Programs’ Andrea Jones posted: Message me your email address to receive newsletters and the schedule for next term - classes fill fast! Please share with friends in the community.
Images courtesy Andrea Jones

Classes include beginner music lessons and logic/math, writing and drama, science and art! In a focused, small group setting students learn and practice skills that incorporate STEAM resources and support improvement of executive functioning necessary for success in academics and beyond... all while having FuN!

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Steamboat Plaza shared: Got alot done this weekend, still more to do. Sad news is that we won't be open this week, have to pass health department inspection and then we are up and running again. I'm excited for you to see the new coffee, here are a few pictures of our progress.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features sweet & sour chicken over rice, pineapple chunks, Asian vegetables & fortune cookie, Friday hamburger gravy & mashed potatoes, Key West vegetables & green salad with berries over ice cream.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Toledo High School Preliminary Schedule:
Sports for the week 10/30-11/04
Nov 3rd Football Crossover game TBD @ Centralia Stadium
Nov 4th State Cross Country Pasco
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Image courtesy Toledo High School

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Fundraisers:

Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

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The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

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10.27.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

10/27/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Cowlitz Prairie Grange Booster Night In Photos
  • Bond Rally Turnout Favored With Sunshine
  • High School FCCLA Thanks Community For Support
  • Food Bank Holiday Schedule, Christmas Gift Donations Welcomed
  • Homecoming Parade & Game Friday, Dance Saturday
  • Halloween Costume Party, Fall Festival Saturday
  • Presbyterian Church To Host Veterans Day Bake Sale
  • Fundraisers
Images courtesy Tom Boone, Cowlitz Prairie Grange #737

Wednesday October 25, 2017 Cowlitz Prairie Grange Booster Night with 50 adults & children. Great meal then afterwards had a costume contest for everyone & then the children had a pumpkin decorating contest.

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Said Devon Christensen: Thank you to everyone that came out to help support the Bond! Next rally is next Thursday after school! Please get your ballots in early and spread the word with your friends and family! #ToledoProud
Images courtesy Chris Rust

Chris Rust reported: Toledo teachers campaign for the bond. Thank you!
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Toledo High School FCCLA reported:  

“I am so proud of Toledo FCCLA Chapter Co-Presidents Emma Cline and Corianne King both freshman at Toledo High School,” said Mrs. Ketchum, their adviser. “These two young ladies presented a Workshop session at the Region 2 Fall Meeting for other Chapter Presidents and Vice Presidents. They are pretty amazing for being so young.”

We also did a pretty good job as a chapter, winning 7 raffle prizes for the scholarship of Washington State FCS students entering the teaching field. We would like to thank the Toledo Fire Department for participating in a workshop session also. We had great fun and an informational meeting at Toledo First Baptist Church. We are grateful for the use of their facilities for our meeting. It is centrally located for our meeting and we appreciate their generosity.
Pictures: Sky Nyberg, one of the Toledo winners. Emma Cline & Corianne -
Co-Presidents of Toledo Chapter, Emma Cline & Corianne King accepting awards for the Chapter Toledo Chapter at Fall Meeting.

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Homecoming Game 7 p.m. Friday
Homecoming Dance 9 p.m. Saturday

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Today:

Toledo Food Bank seeks donations for this year’s Kid’s Shopping Day. Children of Toledo’s Food Bank clients will choose Christmas gifts for their parents or guardians 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. November 18.
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Drop off your unwrapped gifts at the Food Bank today, October 27 or November 10. Especially sought are items for men, though women’s presents are appreciated too.

Contact Toledo City Hall if you would like to make arrangements to donate outside the dates/hours mentioned.

Toledo Food Bank open second & fourth Fridays 10 a.m - 1 p.m. behind City Hall. Contact City of Toledo or call (360)864-4564 for more info.

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

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone1146@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.

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Weekend Outlook & Beyond:
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One reader asks: I want to buy some raffle tickets but I'm not at school! Will they be available on Saturday to purchase before the Harvest Festival?

Answer: Yes!

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​Camp Singing Wind writes: 
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Image courtesy Camp Singing Wind

Come on out for a Halloween costume party at camp! Music, dancing, and some end of the season fun.

-potluck dinner and drinks
-all ages family fun
-invite your friends
-bobbing for apples? Anyone want to bring a cider press? Pumpkin carving?
-we have camp mattresses if you want to crash
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Looking ahead:

Toledo Presbyterian Church will observe Veterans Day 2017 in their traditional manner...
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Whether you pay tribute to our Armed Services members past and present at Toledo’s Wall of Honor or attend one of the local VFW ceremonies at area cemeteries, your support of this annual event is appreciated.  

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features sweet & sour chicken over rice, pineapple chunks, Asian vegetables & fortune cookie, Friday hamburger gravy & mashed potatoes, Key West vegetables & green salad with berries over ice cream.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Fundraisers:

Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

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The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

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10.26.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

10/26/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County Tribune Highlights Toledo News
  • Two Local Authors Offer Science & Fiction
  • Bond Rally Downtown Today
  • High School Hosts Coffee House Tonight
  • Health Corner - On Zen & Youthfulness
  • Fundraisers
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Image courtesy Common Ground Toledo

Common Ground Toledo posted: It was a pleasure to help Ronda Sandoval do some weeding as she planted in Fall colors to one of Toledo's most viewed gardens. She is the designer of the Oregon Trail Marker Garden which is situated at Toledo's North entrance. The garden design is to honor and reflect the the pioneering spirit of our great community. More... 

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Lewis County Tribune reports a new electronic display tested yesterday in downtown Toledo. Post & photo on Facebook.

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Lewis County FPD #2 is accepting applications for an experienced and motivated individual to serve as a Full-Time Firefighter/EMT-B...

Complete details of this paid position posted on Lewis County Tribune Facebook page.

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TES PTO shared: If you haven't had a chance to swing by the Timberland Bank in Toledo and see the garden raffle basket you should take a minute to do so. Tickets can be purchased there between now and Thursday afternoon! Thank you Timberland for helping our TES PTO!

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Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners held their book discussion 1:30 p.m. yesterday, then selected next month’s read...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Next Adult Page Turners 1:30 p.m. November 29.
Meets last Wednesday monthly.

Spoiler alert: I have it on authority Toledo Library has one of the hottest new books out. Tell Charlie I sent you, and sign up for your turn to dig into it.

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On that note, local author Ethan Siegel posted: **Time to order your autographed copies of Treknology!**

If you already got your copy, Di Morgan says: Come to Gallery 505 on Thursday evening, 11/2/17....Ethan will be signing copies of his book during our Opening Night for the SPACE show this month of November.

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Toledo Author Jake Blake on Wednesday’s (cloud-blocked) Northern Lights display:

A moderate geomagnetic storm means good aurora viewing but an extreme geomagnetic storm could cause electrical grids to collapse. There is no real way to prepare for a total collapse of technology other than to live a life off the grid, but it's always a good idea to back up important documents in hard copy and make sure emergency supplies are stocked in case you need them. More...

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Today:

TES PTO never rests: PTO Members! It's time to show our support for the Toledo Bond!
Citizens for Great Toledo Schools is holding two community rallies and they need TES parents & students to cover one of three rally locations.
Toledo Post Office is our area! The first rally will be held this Thursday 10/26, after school until 4 PM! We're looking for about 10 students (with adult supervision) to wave signs and create some bond buzz. You can make your own signs...use ours...or just be there.
Help us remind the community that our youth is important!

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Vision:Toledo writes: Don't miss October's Coffeehouse! Cheap eats and priceless enjoyment, right here in Toledo!
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Image courtesy of Vision:Toledo

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Heads up:
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Toledo Food Bank seeks donations for this year’s Kid’s Shopping Day. Children of Toledo’s Food Bank clients will choose Christmas gifts for their parents or guardians 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. November 18. Drop off your unwrapped gifts at the Food Bank tomorrow, October 27 or November 10. Especially sought are items for men, though women’s presents are appreciated too.

Contact Toledo City Hall if you would like to make arrangements to donate outside the dates/hours mentioned.

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Health Corner: On Zen & Youthfulness

This post, shared online by one of Toledo’s enthusiastic permaculture adherents, makes the connection better than my original endeavor:

Some of my Facebook friends may remember me writing about life being like an old Gold Panner. That everyone we meet in life is a sandy shore rich with possibilities of finding gold. Some may only have a few flakes, it's true, but some rather dull looking shores may contain great veins of gold. You will never know unless you invest the time to carefully pan through the sands that cover them...
One of those great veins of gold, for me, was the study of Zen teachings. Shoshin, in particular, grounded me at the age of 12 into freely accepting all the lessons that were to come in my life. I am not sure I would have received them quite the same had it not been for my devotion to this concept. Strengthening this was the practice of meditation, breathing meditation, especially, that got me through many dark times.
"In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, in the expert’s there are few. — Shunryu Suzuki-roshi
Shoshin (初心) is a word from Zen Buddhism which means "beginner's mind". It refers to having an attitude of openness, eagerness, and lack of preconceptions when studying a subject, even when studying at an advanced level, just as a beginner in that subject would.
The mind is a wonderful servant, but a terrible master. Left to its own devices, it gets distracted and cluttered. To discard the clutter, one must surrender their ego and their self-identity. To become less than special, formless. Surrendering of oneself does not mean the loss of autonomy, it means being challenged to grow — growing through humility, learning through service, becoming a student...
The mind to start the day accepting it as a new challenge with many lessons. The keys to success will never be in textbooks, they are passed down to those who are worthy, to those who are teachable. Not everyone will develop the shoshin mindset. For those that attain it, the world will be a wealth of knowledge with more guides than enemies.
“Be master of mind rather than mastered by mind.”
— Zen Proverb
The most fun we have are those formative years of learning. Everything was new, the excitement was in newness, that is the nature of experience. There is a joy in cultivating new skills, being able to do something one could not prior. There is the camaraderie of going through the learning curve together, a bond beyond mere companionship. There is a kinship in going through the grind, the boring parts, and all the magic moments of the beginning. Not just the people who you are experiencing this with, but all of those who have gone before you. Why not continue in this way? Seems a rather dull, unpleasant, and depressing existence if all we deal with is the middle and the end."

Huge thanks to Ben Maestas for his thoughtful and inspired post.

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Fundraisers:

Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

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The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Everyday Heroes: Envisioned as a local September 11 observation recognizing lesser-known acts of kindness and heroism. Send your nominations to toledo.columnist@gmail.com.
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10.24.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

10/24/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Northern Lights Display Wednesday Night
  • Toledo High School Homecoming Court Announced
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools Question Du Jour
  • New Life Food Bank, Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events Today
  • Library Page Turners, Grange Booster Night Wednesday
  • Bond Rally, Coffee House Thursday
  • Homecoming Game Friday, Dance Saturday
  • Halloween Costume Party, Fall Festival Saturday
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Image courtesy TES PTO

Brooke shared: Happy Fall! The rain and cold is here, but we have a Fall garden that was planted this August by our garden club kids. It contains cool weather crops like kale, collards, chard, bok choy, watermelon radish, parsley... and more!

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Discover Lewis County shared NOAA NWS Space Weather Prediction Center's post, saying: Eyes on the skies Wednesday night! Our rural areas have a very good chance of seeing a glimpse of the Northern Lights!

A G2 Watch is in effect for 25 Oct 17 www.swpc.noaa.gov/
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Image courtesy SWPC NOAA

A G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for 24 Oct 2017, a G2 (Moderate) geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for 25 Oct 2017, and a G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for 24 Oct 2017 due to the anticipated arrival of a recurrent, positive polarity CH HSS.

Updates: http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/products/aurora-30-minute-forecast

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The Toledo High School Homecoming Court 2017 has been named:
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

This is Homecoming week at THS. We're looking forward to seeing all of our alumni at the game against Winlock on Friday.

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Citizens for Great Toledo Schools continues:

QUESTION DU JOUR 10.23.17
What are soft costs in the Toledo School District Bond proposal?
In a nutshell, soft costs are all of the costs associated with constructions that are not construction themselves. Some examples are: permits, architect and engineering fees, equipment rentals, costs associated with relocating students and staff during construction, and all the tax paid on labor and materials. Also factored into soft costs are allowances for contingencies.
In general, soft costs range from 32%-51% of the total cost of a project depending upon a variety of variables. The average for projects in Washington in districts served by CSG was 42%. The FAC determined that 38% was an appropriate estimate as part of getting the bond below $13 million.
Keep in mind that when the proposed projects are complete, if there are any excess funds remaining, it will be used reduce the amount borrowed and no additional projects beyond those identified will be undertaken without coming back to the community for permission and funding.

Two weeks remain before V-Day (Voting Day) November 7. Mail your ballot back early, or drop it off at the ballot box located adjacent to Toledo Senior Center & Toledo Head Start facility.

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

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

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vision:TOLEDO   ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS       
6:30 p.m. at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Old Business    
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner  
    c. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    d. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
    e. Common Ground Toledo -- Gary Whiteside
    f.  Cool & Connected Update -- Sheila Richardson
New Business
    a. Streetscaping -- Mike Morgan
    b. Winterfest -- Di Morgan
    c.
Other Business
    a. School Bond --
    b. Welcome Basket -- Sheila Richardson
    c.

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Wednesday:

Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners...
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

...holds their book discussion 1:30 p.m. then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.

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Image courtesy Cowlitz Prairie Grange

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Thursday:

TES PTO never rests: PTO Members! It's time to show our support for the Toledo Bond!
Citizens for Great Toledo Schools is holding two community rallies and they need TES parents & students to cover one of three rally locations.
Toledo Post Office is our area! The first rally will be held this Thursday 10/26, after school until 4 PM! We're looking for about 10 students (with adult supervision) to wave signs and create some bond buzz. You can make your own signs...use ours...or just be there.
Help us remind the community that our youth is important!

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Image courtesy Toledo High School

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Friday: Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays monthly.* Located behind city Hall. For more info, visit http://www.toledowa.us/ or call City Hall during business hours at (360)864-4564.

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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.

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

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Saturday:
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Image courtesy TES PTO

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Camp Singing Wind hosts an all-ages Halloween Costume Party 5 - 9 p.m. Saturday:
Come on out for a Halloween costume party at camp! Music, dancing, and some end of the season fun.

-potluck dinner and drinks
-all ages family fun
-invite your friends
-bobbing for apples? Anyone want to bring a cider press? Pumpkin carving?
-we have camp mattresses if you want to crash…

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Tech Report:

DuckDuckGo reports: Following up on the recent #KRACK wifi vulnerability...
* Computers, tablets and phones with wifi enabled are affected but not home routers.
* A VPN can protect you.
*Check out our intro to VPNs if you'd like help choosing one.
 
arstechnica chimes in with their article How the KRACK attack destroys nearly all Wi-Fi security - Android 6.0 hit especially hard, but all devices are vulnerable.

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So many apps, how do you find the best one for you? Start with Lifehacker’s App Directory, covering iPhone & Mac, Android & Windows.

Expanding your search? ZDNet claims to have the largest download library across the Interwebs, from software to security to games to drivers to operating systems to… well, you get the idea.

My favorite free clean software download source Ninite has a secret $10/year automatic updater, a great time and attention-saving productivity hack.

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Tech Republic offers a $95 Learn To Code - Introduction To Programming & Coding For Everyone course for $0 on their Freebies page.

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How would you ever replace all your (virtual) stuff? groovyPost reveals How To Download A Full Copy Of All Of Your Facebook Pictures, Videos, And Data

GP also explains why your battery is still draining: The iOS 11 Control Center Doesn’t Really Disable Bluetooth and WiFi – Here’s How to Fix It

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Fast Company reports on self-taught programmering success: These Top Tech Companies Are Hiring First, Training Later including Pinterest, LinkedIn, Airb&b, and more.

CodeAcademy offers great free interactive learning. Join 45 million online users.

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My own experiment with swapping an aging Windows laptop for a Chromebook has passed the 30-day mark, with only one disappointment - I cannot run my preferred PDF Reader Foxit on Chrome OS. But that may change, if C/NET’s answer to my dilemma actually works: Yes, you can run Windows programs on a Chromebook.

Meanwhile, I can now play Wordfeud on the Chromebook’s larger screen, saving eyestrain & a kink in my neck, thanks to Chromebook OS welcoming Android Play Store apps aboard. How-to covered on this Google Help page.

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Fundraisers:

Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

***

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.23.2017 Monday Column

10/23/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Weather Improves Through Week
  • Historical Society Meeting, Youth Football Fan Food Feed Today
  • New Life Food Bank, Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events Tuesday
  • Cowlitz Prairie Grange Booster Night Wednesday
  • Toledo High School Sports 10.23 - 10.27
  • Local Fundraisers
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This little worker doesn’t mind if the broccoli missed this year's’ harvest.

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48 hour rainfall totals from 1 p.m. Friday - Sunday are noted in a link on Portland’s US National Weather Service. Note Mt St Helens recorded nearly 9 inches of precipitation!

Lewis County Sheriff’s Office shared: ‪As we enter storm and flood season you can keep track of road closures at roads.lewiscountywa.gov. We have several east county roads affected today(Sunday). ‬

NOAA’s official Winter 2017 Forecast points toward colder wetter conditions in the Northern US this year, thanks to La Nina’s influence.  

Accuweather.com for zip 98591: A respite from stormy conditions through Friday, with only scattered showers Wednesday.

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Steamboat Plaza shared: (Monday) we start out last week in downtown Toledo. Things are coming along at the new location but taking some time to get everything done, new kitchen cabinets, countertops, flooring and more.

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I’ve been following this non-traditional mother-&-son pair as they “study abroad.” Not for everyone, their journal on their journey traveling the globe has drawn widespread attention from supporters & naysayers alike. Have you heard about RaisingMiro podcasts, articles or TEDTalks?

Whatever your take, consider this link to an article: Why Children Need To Play - The Play Deficit.

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Early Week Outlook:

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

New members welcomed.

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Toledo Youth Football posted: A squad pulled out a win 33-0 (on Saturday)... Way to go Toledo​

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Help these footballers get much-needed helmets and safety gear, and treat yourself to classic Fall sports cuisine. Spoiler alert - dessert available.

*Cookie orders available for pickup 3:30 p.m. @ high school 11.01.2017

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

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

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What’s happening in Toledo, all in one convenient place:

vision:TOLEDO   ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS       
6:30 p.m. at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Old Business    
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner  
    c. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    d. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
    e. Common Ground Toledo -- Gary Whiteside
    f.  Cool & Connected Update -- Sheila Richardson
New Business
    a. Streetscaping -- Mike Morgan
    b. Winterfest -- Di Morgan
    c.
Other Business
    a. School Bond --
    b. Welcome Basket -- Sheila Richardson
    c.

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Wednesday:
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Donation at door. Contact tomboone1146@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features beef stew with honey wheat biscuit, green salad & apple crisp ala mode, Friday spaghetti with garlic bread, green beans, fruit cocktail & spumoni ice cream.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Toledo High School Sports for the week 10/23-10/27

Oct 23rd JV Football @ Kalama 4:00
              Soccer vs. Napavine 6:00
              Volleyball vs. Napavine 5:45/7:00*SENIOR NIGHT
Oct 24th JV Soccer @ LaCenter 5:00
Oct 25th Soccer JV vs. Black Hills 4:00
              Soccer  V vs. Winlock 6:00* SENIOR NIGHT
              Volleyball @ MWP 5:45/7:00
Oct 27th Football vs. Winlock  7:00*SENIOR NIGHT and HOMECOMING

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Fundraisers:

Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

***

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.19.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

10/19/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Dangerous Coastal Waves & Swells Thursday & Friday
  • WDFW To Restock Area Lakes
  • Lewis County Seniors Meet In Chehalis/Centralia Center Today
  • Toledo School District Board, City Planning Commission Meet Tonight
  • Final Day: Sign Up For Grandparents Day Lunch At School
  • Health Corner: Spring vs Fall Outdoor Allergies
  • Toledo High School Sports Calendar
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I spy...

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Speaking of spying… Toledo’s own astrophysicist Ethan Siegal posts this link about the Hubble Telescope’s inevitable fall to Earth by the late 2020’s to early 2030’s unless plans are made to avert this disaster.  

*Check out Siegel’s latest book Treknology: The Science of Star Trek from Tricorders to Warp Drive.

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US National Weather Service Portland OR posted:  A 18-22 ft westerly swell will arrive across the Oregon & Washington coastal waters Thursday and linger into Friday. Please avoid jetties these next couple of days and beach-goers should use caution, particularly on Thursday due to sneaker wave potential.

Follow them on Facebook.

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A little ol’ rain storm won’t keep real fishing enthusiasts away! WDFW posted: Fall into fishing! At least 45 lakes across the state are being stocked this month and next with catchable-size trout! See where at http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/fall-into-fishing/ Hint: South County Park is one of them - approximate stock date November 20.

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Toledo Middle School Spirit Week Continues:
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Spirit Week: Thursday - Toledo Pride Day

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Lewis County Seniors meet 6:30 p.m. tonight at the Chehalis/Centralia Senior Center to report progress on the 5-center coalition move toward non-profit, self-supporting status as the LC Board of Directors’ clock counts down to zero on December 31, 2017. Community support is needed to keep the doors open beyond January 1, 2018.

You can show your support here:
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Dessert included, and they do the dishes!

Reminder: Silent Auction underway at the Senior Center. View items during business hours 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mon-Fri. Something for everyone. Auction ends Friday 10.20.2017.

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Toledo Planning Commission meets 7 p.m. third Thursdays monthly in City Chouncil Chambers. Open to the public. Contact City of Toledo for details or special accommodations.

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Toledo School Board meets 7 p.m. third Thursdays monthly unless otherwise posted, subject to federal holidays. Public invited to attend.

This Board of Directors meeting will be the last one before the School Bond Measure vote November 7th. Tuesday’s Live Stream on local radio KELA with Superintendent Chris Rust can be heard at this link. Wednesday’s Forum held at the high school invited community Q&A. Citizens For Great Toledo Schools has been addressing a Question Du Jour on Facebook daily, for those with work hours or obligations outside public meetings.

Contact Toledo School District for more information. Also on Facebook.

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Friday: Final day to sign up for Grandparents Day at TES, TMS and THS.
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Join your grandchild for a traditional November turkey lunch - these are the memories you both will remember.

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Also Friday: Last day to order online - Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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Health Corner: Spring vs Fall Outdoor Allergies

One reader asked “Why don’t you share something about the seasonality of different allergies? Not everyone gets over (allergies) once Spring is past.”

The Allergy Tracker link on Toledo Fire Department’s website tells me tree, grass, and ragweed pollen count is Low - no surprise there, as it’s October now - and breathing is Good.

So why am I still relying on allergy remedies?

Autumn outdoor allergens don’t get the press Springtime triggers do, yet sensitivity to ragweed and other weeds, and mold in soils, compost, and fallen leaves can extend your allergy “season.”

According to WebMD: Even if it doesn’t grow where you live, ragweed pollen can travel hundreds of miles on the wind. For some people who are allergic to ragweed, certain fruits and vegetables including bananas, melon & zucchini can also cause symptoms.

Everyday Health adds: “In temperate climates, mold spores form a distinct Fall season in mid to late Fall after ragweed season is over. Mold spores are common airborne allergens...light, very small, easily inhaled into the lungs...Spores rise high into the atmosphere as the day warms, falling back to Earth as evening cools…"

What about indoor allergens?

Douglas H. Jones, MD, of the Rocky Mountain Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Group, identifies those as “dogs, cats, cockroach droppings,* dust mites* and mold.”

Estimates run between 5 and 20% of people have a winter allergy. Recommendations for minimizing exposure:
  • Use a humidifier to reduce indoor dryness; however, dust mites thrive in 60%+ humidity, temps 60-85F. High humidity encourages mold growth also. Aim for 50% maximum humidity.
  • Avoid wall-to-wall carpeting, an ideal environment for dust mites. Use area rugs.
  • Clean, dust & vacuum using high-efficiency HEPA filtration.
  • Wash sheets weekly in HOT water (130F) to kill dust mites; invest in hypoallergenic pillow cases & mattress covers.
  • Minimize dander; bathe pets weekly (not more), keep animals out of bedrooms of people with allergies.

TOT’s Health Corner from 02.02.2017 outlined the steps one sufferer took in his post: I Went From 5 Sinus Infections In One Year To None: Here’s Exactly What I Did. Most of the steps undertaken by the author are basic, commonplace recommendations - rest, fluids, steam, fruit and veggies, dusting & vacuuming, clean linens.

Remember, YMMV.**

***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.

*Cockroach & dust mite droppings are actually the allergy triggers; remember the hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome (HCPS), a "rare respiratory illness associated with the inhalation of aerosolized rodent excreta (urine and feces) contaminated by hantavirus particles..." as noted by the Canada Communicable Disease Report June 2015.

**YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary

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From Toledo High School:

Sports for the week 10/19-10/27
Oct 19th Volleyball @ Adna 5:45/6:00
             Cross Country @ Mossyrock 3:30
Oct 20th Football vs. Kalama 7:00
Oct 23rd JV Football @ Kalama 4:00
              Soccer vs. Napavine 6:00
              Volleyball vs. Napavine 5:45/7:00*SENIOR NIGHT
Oct 24th JV Soccer @ LaCenter 5:00
Oct 25th Soccer JV vs. Black Hills 4:00
              Soccer  V vs. Winlock 6:00* SENIOR NIGHT
              Volleyball @ MWP 5:45/7:00

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Support area fundraisers.

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Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

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Mark your calendars: FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading
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Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

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Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall. 

The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!

Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

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15 days remain: 

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan! 

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook. 

***

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10.17.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

10/17/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools Superintendent Rust Live Stream 8:30 AM Today
  • Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Board Meeting Tonight
  • Toledo School District Bond Forum Wednesday
  • Tech Report: On Technology Versus Old School
  • Fundraisers & Events: Senior Center Dishes Beef Stew Friday
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Elevators were so slow, taking the stairs down eleven floors seemed a great way to enjoy the sun, strained through the engineered miasma of rails and supports Monday afternoon at OHSU School of Dentistry.

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Says Superintendent Chris Rust: You're invited to call in with your questions tomorrow morning.

Peter Abbarno posted:
Election Week on AM1470 KELA / KMNT Radio's "Let's Talk About It" kicks off tomorrow, Tuesday, October 17th at 8:30am with Chris Rust with the Toledo School District discussing their upcoming ballot measure!
Be sure to join our conversation by calling (360) 330-5352. The show can also be heard live streaming at www.KELAam.com

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Tonight: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Meets 7 PM third Tuesdays monthly at Toledo Main Fire Station. Open to the public.

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Toledo School District Bond Forum 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Toledo High School Library: Community information meeting regarding the November capital bond proposition. Representatives from the FAC, Construction Services Group, Piper Jaffray and OSPI have been invited and are expected. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions. Everyone is invited to attend.

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Correction: Monday’s Column posted Cowlitz Prairie Grange Booster Night as this week Wednesday; the event takes place next week, 10.25.2017.

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ToledoTel asks: Anyone interested in playing customer appreciation bingo again this year?

Voice your support on Facebook here.

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Don Brenner says: Our next regular meeting will be on Monday, October 23rd at 4 PM at the library.

We recently added a new acquisition - a large 40" x 96" wooden panel with a decoupaged pen and ink drawing depicting a logging scene. It was donated to the Society by City Hall. It is hanging on the wall outside the History Room.

We also received a box of photos that a woman found in a house she bought in Winlock.
They are family photos taken in Seattle and Everett over 75+ years and sent to a relative.
I am trying to find out if there is a connection to Toledo.

Dale Dyer donated a photo of Lincoln School with classes from 1912 to be copied for the Society. That has been done and another copy was dropped off at the library.

Recently, our September meeting minutes were posted on our Facebook page.

Photos of acquisitions are posted on our Facebook page when time permits.

Toledo Historical Society meets 4 p.m. fourth Mondays monthly at Toledo Community Library.

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Mark your calendars:
Toledo High School Commons
CoffeeHouse
Thursday 10/26/2017
7:00-9ish

THS COMMONS
$3 Chicken n Waffles

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Tech Report: On Technology Versus Old School

One of my original organizational newsletter favorites was - is - Unclutterer.com, a great resource for managing your stuff (and your life). As I read the comments following their recent post Backups Aren’t Just For Computers, I noted the first contributor outlined his own Plan B for various aspects of his world. The next opinions (hilariously) outlined the ways technology is overrated.

Here I seek to establish both views have merit - and reveal my own move to embrace technology:

Thanks to #SkiptheBS for pointing out a backup plan doesn't require a rant about technology (and BTW, I'm not reading this in traditional print).

Two instances of ID theft cost me my biz, my home and my health over a dozen years ago. Both involved paper - and cut locks. So I went paperless in 2005, thanks to technology.*
Today most ID theft occurs due to some megalithic agency getting hacked - you have no control over it, and it matters not one bit if you never touched a keyboard. Your info is out there, as is your parents’ and grandparents’ and brand new babes.

The article above focussed on two basic concerns: backups of important paper documents, and backups for critical technology.

In my own case, I have the first topic neatly covered in my blog post here.


As for the second topic, #SkiptheBS addressed alternate plans very neatly - batteries, spares, extras. Add boots, bottled water & pantry staples, and you’re ready to ride out most storms.

*How I Got Rid Of 4 Filing Cabinets (& All My Bookcases)

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One more time: Ars Techna posted Equifax website borked again, this time to redirect to fake Flash update. And in case you think Equifax is alone in this matter, Equifax rival TransUnion also sends site visitors to malicious pages.

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Engadget reveals: Severe WiFi security flaw puts millions of devices at risk, and how to avoid being targeted.

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In need of some good news: The List shares 3 Top Freebies From Top Phone Phone Carriers - T-Mobile and Netflix,  AT&T and HBO GO, Verizon and ???

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Speaking of freebies, The Gadgeteer offers a $16 ebook FREE (deadline today), Coding For Dummies.

In case you wonder why coding is a big deal, check out 20 TED Talks on Programming Everyone Must Watch.

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Dated July 2017, I downloaded a few freebies including How To Recover That Un-Saved Office Document* from Eric Ligman, Microsoft Director of Business & Sales Operations’ Largest FREE Microsoft eBook Giveaway, including Windows 10, Office 365, Office 2016, Power BI, Azure, Windows 8.1, Office 2013, SharePoint 2016, SharePoint 2013, Dynamics CRM, PowerShell, Exchange Server, System Center, Cloud, SQL Server and more…

*More of a brochure, but still...

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Support area fundraisers.

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Toledo’s world-class celeb Paolo Suculima De La Concha Zindel posted this appeal to supporters and the community: Thinking of my dear friends Jessa Campbell and Kay Montano-valde May you be held during these times. If you have been touched by the lives of Jessica and Kaleb, you know how special they are. I have been blessed by their presence and love and multiple gifts. At the moment Their Grandmother Lola has passed and they need our support! Please consider gifting them some of what we can put together and more! They have certainly gifted me already so much. LETS HELP THEM FEEL THE LOVE RIGHT NOW when they need it the most. I LOVE YOU JESS KALEB AND CEDAR! Whatever you can give helps even 5 bucks to 500 ! It all adds up!  https://www.gofundme.com/costs-for-funeral-for-lola because we love you!!!!

***

Toledo Senior Center invites you to dinner this Friday:
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Dessert included, and they do the dishes!

Reminder: Silent Auction underway at the Senior Center. View items during business hours 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mon-Fri. Something for everyone. Auction ends Friday 10.20.2017.

***

Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

***

Mark your calendars: FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading

Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

***

Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall.

The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!

Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

***

Last week’s update on Logan Grove’s heart condition triggered this post:

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.16.2017 Monday Column

10/16/2017

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In today’s column:

  • County-Wide Burn Ban Lifted Monday
  • Stormy Weather Headed For Western WA Tuesday
  • Toledo Schools ACT Day - 2-Hour Late Start Today
  • Winlock/Toledo Wrestling Signups Begin Today
  • City Council Tonight
  • Bee Cause Project Want sTo Put Honeybees In Classrooms
  • USDA Webinars For USDA Grant Opportunities Begin Today
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The calm before the storms...

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National Weather Service in Seattle predicts: A storm system Monday Night/Tuesday will bring a bout of rain and locally windy conditions for Western Washington. A stronger system Wednesday/Thursday is forecast to bring heavy rains and stronger winds. The wind could be strong enough to make small branches and weak trees fall, and cause local power outages. Also, the rain could be heavy enough at times to cause local street and urban flooding. More...

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Chris Rust says: It's on the way! Get your pen warmed up Ethan Siegel

Treknology: The Science Of Star Trek From Tricorders To Warp Drive now available from Amazon.

*Will there be an ebook?

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Today: Toledo School District-wide 2 hour late start - ACT Teacher Training. Pour another cup of coffee and let ‘em sleep in a bit.

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Also today: Toledo City Council meets 6 p.m. 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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Toledo Youth Football posted:
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Sign ups begin this afternoon.

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Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Meets 7 PM third Tuesdays monthly at Toledo Main Fire Station. Open to the public.

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School Bond Forum 6:30 PM Wednesday at Toledo High School Library:  
Community information meeting regarding the November capital bond proposition. Representatives from the FAC, Construction Services Group, Piper Jaffray and OSPI have been invited and are expected. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions. Everyone is invited to attend.

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Aso Wednesday:
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Lewis County Permaculture Society shared this post about LC Beekeepers Association opportunity to put honeybees in classrooms:

Are You a Teacher Who'd Like an Observation Bee Hive in Your Classroom? New Grant Program from the Bee Cause Project: "Help Put Observation Honeybee Hives In 1,000 Schools: Stimulate curiosity in young people about the importance of honey bees in our lives and the need to understand and embrace them and to care about their well-being through the installation of bee hives in 1,000 schools." Here are the details:

Application Open: September 1st, 2017
Letter of Intent (LOI) Closed: October 31, 2017 at 5pm CST
Full Application Closed: November 15, 2017 at 5pm CST
Notification of all Applicants: December 8, 2017
Delivery of Hive and Grant Packages: no later than end of January 2018
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Get started on the application with a copy of the eligibility and application questions. Please note that the application must be submitted online during the above application window. Here is the link: https://www.wholekidsfoundation.org/…/2018_Whole_Kids_Found…
For their application portal: https://wholekidsfoundation.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp

The Bee Cause Project has been serving the community since 2013 connecting youth and adults across the United States (and beyond) with the secret life of bees through the installation of observation hives inside of schools as well as traditional hives in their gardens.

The mission of The Bee Cause Project is to ensure future generations are stewards of the natural environment who understand, engage, and are inspired by the wonder of honey bees while being empowered to take action through careers in STEM.

The objectives are to utilize bee learning centers to: reconnect youth and adults with the natural world, provide an engaging and unique tool for teaching STEM to students, empower students to act as bee ambassadors, and instill in youth the value of hard work, collective impact, and the importance every individual has in their community.

To date, the Bee Cause has provided hives for 220 schools in 46 states and 4 countries that are a part of the Bee Cause community.

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Lewis County Food Hub shared: Rural Advancement Foundation International - RAFI posted this link about three webinars (first one 11 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time today) on USDA grant opportunities for
  1. CFP - Community Food Project,
  2. VAPG* - Value-added Producers Grant, and
  3. FINI - Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive. ​
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Image courtesy USDA

Lewis County Food Hub is on Facebook.

*Farmers' Guide to Applying for VAPG

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with romaine salad & breadstick plus mandarin oranges & chocolate pudding, Friday Minestrone soup & oyster crackers with egg salad sandwich plus green salad & white cake with berries.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Toledo High School Sports for the week 10/16-10/20
Oct 16th JV Football vs. Wahkiakum 4:00
              Soccer vs. Onalaska 7:00
Oct 17th JV Soccer Elma 6:00
              Volleyball vs. PeEll 5:45/6:00
Oct 18th Soccer @ Adna 6:00
Oct 19th Volleyball @ Adna 5:45/6:00
             Cross Country @ Mossyrock 3:30
Oct 20th Football vs. Kalama 7:00

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10.13.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

10/13/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Weather Trends: Snow On Passes, Weather Spotters Wanted
  • TES PTO Thanks Box Tops Supporters
  • Thank America’s Teachers Finalists Seek Your Vote
  • Weekend Outlook & Beyond
  • Fundraisers
Alicia's Pumpkins

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WSDOT posted: SNOW! There, got your attention. ​
Images courtesy WSDOT

Yes, we've started to see snow fall in our mountain passes. We even plowed US 2 Stevens Pass Wednesday night. Here's a few shots from Snoqualmie, Stevens and White passes today (Thursday). It's a great time to be sure you and your vehicle are ready for winter weather and to start checking our mountain pass page before heading out! http://www.wsdot.com/winter/​
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Forecast is for 32 degrees overnight Friday in Toledo. If you haven’t already, winterize now. Don’t forget Fido & Fluffy - they need fresh water and shelter. We have one of those small Igloo doghouses for Princess (the mouser), placed out of the wind & rain, insulated with one of those fleece-lined Cat Cozy things - and, I admit it - a heating pad.

US National Weather Service Portland OR posted: Become a volunteer weather spotter for the National Weather Service.

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Weather Spotter Training in Kelso, WA 7 - 8:30 p.m. October 25 For more details visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/skywarn.php.

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Tina Lyon posted on TES PTO: Thank you all so much for all the box tops and dimes. We are collecting lots with no names so no credit can be given towards the class. Please write the student’s name and teacher on every submission so your child can get credit. If you are out of sheets, dimes and box tops can be turned in in baggies. Just write the name and teacher on the front with a sharpie. Thank you again for all of your participation!

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Toledo’s Farmers Insurance & Financial posted: Vote for the Washington Teacher!

Farmers Insurance Thank America’s Teachers writes: We are gearing up to deploy this year’s final round of grants: both $2,500 and $100,000 grants and need your help! Help us determine grantees by voting for visionary teachers here.

Deadline October 30, 2017. Winner Announcement Period: November 27, 2017 through December 15, 2017

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Today:
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Toledo Food Bank open second & fourth Fridays 10 a.m - 1 p.m. behind City Hall. Contact City of Toledo or call (360)864-4564 for more info.

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

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone46@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.

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Weekend Outlook & Beyond:
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At the other end of the spectrum:
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October 14th Horror Fright Night Zombie dress-up party and movie, PG-13 and open to the public. Admission is $5.00, snacks and drinks are $1 to $2.  Doors open at 7:30 pm.


  • School District ACT 2-hour late start Monday
  • Toledo City Council 6 p.m. Monday
  • Lewis County Interlocal Board Meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday
  • School Bond Forum 6:30 PM Wednesday



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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with romaine salad & breadstick plus mandarin oranges & chocolate pudding, Friday Minestrone soup & oyster crackers with egg salad sandwich plus green salad & white cake with berries.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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Mark your calendars: FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading

Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

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Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall.

The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!


Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

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Last week’s update on Logan Grove’s heart condition triggered this post:

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.12.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

10/12/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools Answers Question
  • Silent Auction, Community Dinner Supports Senior Center
  • Cat’s Meow SNAP! Non-Profit Offers Free/Low Cost Feline Spay/Neuter
  • Health Corner: Caffeine & Coffee
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Image courtesy Camp Singing Wind

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Citizens For Great Toledo Schools posted yesterday:

QUESTION DU JOUR
Happy Wednesday! Today's question is a two-part question and answer. Why are the bond projects so expensive? And, why can’t we get community volunteers to do some of this work and save some money?
More...

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Two weeks remain to order up your hard copy, ebook, MP3 audio download, or CD via Timberland Regional Library (kiosk in lobby of Toledo Community Library) for October’s Adult Page Turners selection:
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Check out their book sale while you’re there, swap your harvested seeds, and enjoy a fresh-brewed cuppa coffee or cocoa for a buck. Donations go to utility expenses, and yours keep the lights on.

Tell Charlie I sent you.

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Friday: Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays monthly behind City Hall. Over 30 years strong.

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Yesterday Toledo Senior Center brought $25 flu shots to town, saving a trip to the doctor’s office or a waiting line.

A Silent Auction also kicked off yesterday…
...wrapping up Friday October 20 when The Mighty Fine Seniors serve their locally-famous Beef Stew Dinner to all ages 4 p.m. until gone (and it goes!).

Your continued support of this vital community resource benefits all of us, not only those North of 65 years old.

Do you recall those 100 degree days last summer? Toledo’s Senior Center was first to organize and offer their place as a Cooling Station - in 2 hours flat.

Last year’s Town Hall meeting following the November election packed the house on a weekday - one week after Lewis County Commissioners announced de-funding and withdrawal of long-time county support. As the transition to non-profit entity advances, your patronage of our Senior Center assures their future success.

Here’s to all of you who help keep the doors open.

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Tis the season…

My neighbor reported someone recently dumped off half a dozen felines in front of their place, ranging from a few weeks old to adult. Cat’s Meow SNAP! has provided solutions to overpopulation since 2011 with access to free (feral) and low-cost spay & neuter, plus other free/low cost services like vaccinations, deworming, and flea treatment.

Next week’s two reservation dates are filling fast (direct link to real-time updates here), with 15 spots remaining for males only, 8 spots standby for females on Tuesday October 17, and 10 spots standby males / 9 spots standby females on Saturday October 21 at time of press.

Wouldn’t it be fabulous if area shelters no longer had an overabundance of kitties and euthanasia became a thing of the past? Together we can make that happen!

Amazon Smile and  iGive.com donate each time you shop online, at no extra cost to you. Or donate via PayPal one time or monthly. One more option:

IN LOVING MEMORY AND IN HONOR OF MR T'S AMAZING SOUL, WE HAVE CHANGED HIS FUNDRAISER TO BE A FUND FOR SPAY/NEUTER & EMERGENCY CARE OF FREE-ROAMING/UN-OWNED CATS....the lost, forgotten and cast away https://www.youcaring.com/inmemoryofmrt
 
By the way, simply sharing on Facebook via the YouCaring link above can generate up to $37 toward this fund with no out-of-pocket expenses.

Thanks to Twila Collins, Toledo native, for providing a more sensible answer to overpopulation than mass euthanization. Cat’s Meow SNAP! is also on Facebook.

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Health Corner: Caffeine & Coffee

Long touted as the Pacific NorthWest's brew of choice, coffee has been blamed for a host of ailments. So let’s kick this week’s post off with an article from MindBodyGreen titled 6 Myths About Caffeine.  One source cites the high levels of antioxidants and other compounds in coffee "have been related to better insulin sensitivity, liver function, and reduced chronic inflammation." Further, when used correctly, caffeine can be a useful supplement, helping to improve memory and fitness and even reducing heart disease and stroke risks.

HealthLine cites Seven Reasons Coffee Is Good For You, including fat-burning qualities and reduced risk

LiveStrong cites Harvard Medical School’s Dr Scott T Weis’ 1993 study of 20,000 asthma patients, finding regular coffee imbibers suffered 33% fewer asthma symptoms than non-coffee drinkers.

Time.com posted Is Coffee Good For You? Is Coffee Bad For You? The article outlines the origins of the “bad for you” argument, and outlines a few exceptions. Expectant mothers need to realize their unborn child is very sensitive to caffeine.

AARP reported the good, the bad, and the ugly about caffeine and coffee in this 2013 article titled Coffee For Health - Too Good To Be True? including stomach upset due to acid,* and caffeine interference with certain medications such as Cipro (antibiotic), thyroid medication, drugs for depression, and Tagament (heartburn).

Four short years later, AARP posts Can Drinking Coffee Slow Aging? David Furman, lead author in a Stanford University School of Medicine study, noted that the more caffeine older people took in, the more protected they were against chronic inflammation.

As always, YMMV.**


*Cold-brew coffee to the rescue, with up to 60% reduction in acid.

**YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary

***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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10.11.2017 Wednesday Column

10/11/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Bonanza BBQ Opening Soon
  • Flu Shots Today @ Senior Center
  • Mighty Fine Seniors, Grange Meetings Today
  • October Park Board Meeting Cancelled
  • Toledo High School Seeking Sewing Machines
  • Fundraisers
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Gospodor Plaza Planter October 2017 Courtesy Common Ground Toledo

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Special thanks to the reader who gave me high marks for TheOtherToledo.com yesterday at the Post Office, for concise information "and ad-free" format. I enjoy the best readers in the world. 5 Stars. 

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Bonanza BBQ proprietors Christina & Daniel Gorton granted me a brief drive-by interview Tuesday, inviting me in to take a look around their beautifully updated location at 102 Kellogg Way in downtown Toledo.
Said the Gortons: “We outgrew our Chehalis location due to popularity, and chose this place as ideal for our needs.”

The kitchen is spotless and uncluttered, new appliances and stainless steel work stations throughout, shiny floor and optimum lighting. New restroom adjacent to the kitchen is ADA-compliant, flooring in main hall easy-on-the-feet rubberized faux plank, door thresholds accessible to walkers and wheelchairs. A wine-centric cabinet offers stemware and more for your catered gathering, and the polished bar is topped with 2 long cedar planks, as is the smaller dessert side table (not pictured). Western-themed decor is deliberately spare, maintaining the open and airy feel of the hall.

Facilities will be available for large gatherings, anniversary celebrations, meetings and seminars, and bookings are already coming in.

“We were (negotiating for) a site in Toledo, and Paula Burrows, our realtor, kept contacting us about this one. We agree it’ll be ideal for our operation.” Mobile catering and on-site events will replace their original restaurant-style operation. Said Christina: Knowing how many people to serve is better than cooking for a crowd that doesn’t materialize, or planning for a dozen diners and 200 show up expecting service. It’s just smarter for everyone.”

Final paperwork is expected to be completed around the first week of November. Christina added: “Whether it’s a party of ten or a full house, give us a call.”

To answer your next question: they have a 5-star rating with 70 reviews on Facebook. Don your best bib & tucker.

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Thanks to DiscoverLewisCounty for helping restore Toledo to the Mt St Helens Scenic Byway map with this post:

You've only got a few more weeks to make your way to Johnston Ridge Observatory at Mount St. Helens before it closes for the winter season! Johnston is the most popular tourist destination in the MSH area, and it offers interactive exhibits, a short film, ranger talks, and access to trails that take you closer to the volcano itself.
If coming from the north, take the route through Toledo. You'll be glad you did!
More info: http://discoverlewiscounty.com/msh-south

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ToledoTel asks: Anyone interested in playing customer appreciation bingo again this year?

Cast your vote on their Facebook page.

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Toledo High School posts: In search of sewing machines for the costume construction class. Do you have one gathering dust? Contact Dr. Tri at THS!

Superintendent Rust adds: The machines would be donations to the school(once this project is completed).

Contact Dr. Trikosko, drtrikosko@toledoschools.us

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Today:
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Also today: Toledo’s Mighty Fine Seniors meet 1:30 p.m. to discuss the business side of things at the Senior Center.
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With the end of the year fast approaching, there’s much to do, and your support is appreciated. ​
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Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Cancelled: Due to lack of quorum, Toledo Park Board will not meet this month.
    
Toledo Park Board meets 3 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at City Hall Council Chambers. Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or call (360)864-4564 for special accommodations.

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange 6:30 p.m. meeting is a potluck second Wednesdays, cake-and-ice-cream affair fourth Wednesdays. Grange Hall at 5180 Jackson Highway. Contact Sandy Bickar, (360)864-2601.

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Whatcha doin’ this weekend?
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FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading

Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

***

Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall.

The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!

Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

***

Last week’s update on Logan Grove’s heart condition triggered this post:

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.10.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

10/10/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools Answers a Question
  • Common Ground Toledo Fall Update
  • Lewis County Food Hub Hosts South Sound Fresh Speaker
  • Today: Creative Stitchery
  • Tech Report: Encryption, Privacy, TV Is Dead
  • Fundraisers: FCCLA, Toledo Youth Cheer, WitP, iHeartLogan
  • THS Sports Week
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Citizens For Great Toledo Schools responded to this query yestereday:


QUESTION DU JOUR:
Why is this bond less than the last one? If this one is voted down, won’t the next one just be less?
 
The answer, in part:
Time is not on our side. Construction cost inflation of 4% per year will add much more to the cost of the projects than the district can save with grants and existing funds. It is essential to pass this bond. More...

And this from Washington’s Secretary of State: Deadline for in-person new Washington State voter registration - October 30.
Contact info @ link above for more information.

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Educator Annie posted on Facebook: Does your little one love music? Do you need something to do get out of the house and explore, play and make messes in a safe and inviting space? Are you looking to give your baby a musical (and literary!) foundation? "Musikfeen" (German for "music fairies") is a parent-and-me toddler music and sensory exploration class.
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Image courtesy Andrea Jones

Children ages 0-6 are welcome, with a parent or guardian! This class will be offered on Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 October 18th - December 20th (and possibly Saturdays 10 a.m.-11: a.m., depending on interest) Each class is limited by group size 4-6 toddlers. Please message or email for more details or to register before it fills up!

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Image courtesy Gary Whiteside

Common Ground Toledo met last week to take stock and ready up Toledo’s Fall planting, and prepare for upcoming expansions and new greenscaping plans. Timberland Bank awarded a $500 grant toward the Honor Garden addition adjacent to Toledo’s Wall of Honor, and Steamboat Alley received some fresh greenery. Fall colors will adorn the downtown planters shortly, and Kemp Olson Park boundary line project will get underway.

Well-designed greenscapes and gardens give visitors and residents those vital signs of life in a thriving community. They do require maintenance, the behind-the-scenes efforts of dedicated volunteers. Your contribution of an hour or two, weekly or more, keeps Toledo beautiful. Be part of a growing concern and display your hometown pride.

Mission Statement:
To create and maintain a greener and more colorful presence in Toledo by caring for the design, beautification, and maintenance of the planters boxes, gardens, and common areas throughout town.

Common Ground Toledo is on Facebook. Meets first Wednesday monthly, location TBA.

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Speaking of gardening: Lewis County Food Hub, Permaculture Society and all-around farm-to-table promoter Ben Maestas reports on Monday’s meeting with South Sound Fresh, an online venue connecting producers and buyers of locally grown food, & could include Toledo Thursday Market vendors. More...

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From Farmers Insurance & Financial: Did you know: One of the most common causes for a house fire is unattended cooking? In honor of National Fire Prevention Week, learn how you can practice fire safety in your home.
http://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Campaigns/Fire-Prevention-Week

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Today: Creative Stitchery 10 a.m. at Toledo Senior Center. Procrastinators and early Christmas needle crafters alike welcome. Bring your own project, share a skill with others, enjoy a bit of camaraderie in a supportive atmosphere. All ages welcome.

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Wednesday: Toledo’s Mighty Fine Seniors meet 1:30 p.m. to discuss the business side of things. With the end of the year fast approaching, there’s much to do, and your support is appreciated. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Cancelled: Due to lack of quorum, Toledo Park Board will not meet this month.
    
Toledo Park Board meets 3 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at City Hall Council Chambers. Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or call (360)864-4564 for special accommodations.

***

Cowlitz Prairie Grange 6:30 p.m. meeting is a potluck second Wednesdays, cake-and-ice-cream affair fourth Wednesdays. Grange Hall at 5180 Jackson Highway. Contact Sandy Bickar, (360)864-2601.

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Toledo High School meets October’s full potential for horror with 2 posts:
  • Term 1 will end on Friday, October 13th.
  • October 14th Horror Fright Night Zombie dress-up party and movie, PG-13 and open to the public.   
Admission is $5.00, snacks and drinks are $1 to $2.  Doors open at 7:30 pm.

Sports for the week 10/9-10/14
Oct 10th Cross Country @ Ilwaco 3:30
              Volleyball vs. Onalaska 5:45/7:00
Oct 11th JV Soccer vs. Ridgefield 4:00
              Varsity vs. Life Christian 6:00
Oct 12th Cross Country @ Tenino 3:30
Oct 13th Football @ Wahkiakum 7:00
Oct 14th Volleyball @ PeEll 5:45/7:00

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Tech Report:

Spreadprivacy.com shares how to encrypt your Mac, WindowsPC, iPhone and Android to safeguard your data and privacy in this article.

WhyPrivacyMatters.org reminder: Not all information in your control is yours to share.


MakeUseOf declares: Don’t Buy a Smart TV — Buy a Roku Instead, making the argument that technology changes more frequently than you replace your TV, and Roku units cost a fraction anyway.

Also from MUO: How to Stop Third-Party Apps From Accessing Your Private Data on Social Media

And finally, in a perfect blend of harvesting and, um, Legos, this link to a Lego-powered hay baler. You read that right.
Thanks to Tom Boone for that post.
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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

***

Mark your calendars: FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading

Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

***

Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall.

The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!


Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

***

Last week’s update on Logan Grove’s heart condition triggered this post:

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan!

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

***

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10.06.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

10/6/2017

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In today’s column:
  • No School Today
  • Lewis County Burn Ban Modified Effective October 6, 2017
  • Toledo High School Leadership Class Fundraiser For i(Heart)Logan
  • Jackson House Dedication Today
  • Winterfest Planning Meeting Saturday
  • Monday Columbus Day Closures
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No School today - State Inservice Day

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Get the marshmallows:

Lewis County Community Development

PRESS RELEASE

Date: October 4, 2017
Contact: Lee Napier, Director
Phone: 360.740.1146
Release # 3

Lewis County Burn Restrictions Modified – To Allow Recreational Fires

Effective 12:01 a.m., October 6, 2017, Lewis County Board of County Commissioners and Lewis County Fire Marshal will modify the current ban on recreational fires for all of unincorporated Lewis County, Washington.

Effective 12:01 a.m., October 16, 2017 Modify the current ban on open burning for all of unincorporated Lewis County, Washington. For further information visit https://burnpermit.lewiscountywa.gov/

After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Community Development Director and the Fire Marshal, in conjunction with the Lewis County Fire Chiefs Association, have determined that weather conditions within Lewis County have improved and will modify the burn restriction to allow 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 the 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 Lewis County Fire Marshal, in coordination with the Chiefs of local fire districts strongly urge all county residents and visitors to be attentive to the conditions of their properties through proactive fire prevention measures.

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.

What better way to celebrate a day off school?

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Support team/group fundraisers. These students need and deserve your help to cover expenses. Show ‘em you care.

Reminder: Class of 2018 Textile Drive funds the senior class end-of-year getaway. Apparel and linens too worn for re-use can still make a difference in your own community. Labeled bags may be delivered to high school through December.  

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Following Tuesday’s update on Logan Grove’s heart condition, Toledo's hometown pride rises to the call with this post:

The Toledo High School Leadership Class is putting on this fundraiser in hopes to help out Logan! ​​
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Image courtesy I(heart)Logan & A Wrinkle In Time Photography

Logan is a Class of 2018 student who learned last Spring he had a rare genetic heart disorder, and with persistence and prayers has responded favorably to treatment, though he will need surgery. More details on Facebook.

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Ben Maestas of Lewis County Permaculture Society linked this YouTube video about Food Hubs, last night’s topic among area growers, noting the concept isn’t new, but the application to agriculture is novel.

He also shared this link about the USDA Pilot Project for Procurement of Unprocessed Fruits & Vegetables (WSDA Farm To School), in which school districts use their USDA Entitlement funds for locally-grown produce.
Noticeably absent from the 19 school districts participating 2017-2018 academic year...is ours.

Finally: Ecotrust provides the platform for joining small growers with schools.

What would it take to remove Toledo from the Food Desert map?

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Today: Discover Lewis County linked Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission’s event - Jackson House Dedication Ceremony.
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Image courtesy Lewis County Tribune

Come join the Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission in celebrating the beautiful restoration of the Jackson House, one of the most important historic sites in Lewis County! From 2 - 4 p.m. on Oct. 6, you're invited to a dedication ceremony that honors this awesome piece of Pacific Northwest history.

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Saturday: The next Winterfest meeting will be at the Morgan Arts Centre on Saturday, October 7, at noon. Anyone interested in decorating Toledo for the holidays is welcome.

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Monday Columbus Day Closures:
  • Timberland Bank (all branches)
  • Post Office

Open Columbus Day:
  • Toledo City Hall 
  • Toledo Senior Center
  • Toledo School District

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Cancelled: Due to lack of quorum, Toledo Park Board will not meet this month.

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features hot turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes, green beans & cranberry sauce plus chocolate cake, Friday French Dip with fries, coleslaw, fruit chunks & cookie.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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10.05.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

10/5/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Farmers Insurance Thanks Two Local Teachers
  • Lewis County Food Hub Forum Meets
  • Gallery 505 Opening Night
  • Toledo Cheer Team Fundraiser Preview
  • Health Corner: Free Health Care Resources
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Some days require 2 pots of caffeine inspiration to turn on the light bulb...

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From Farmers Insurance & Financial Services: Congratulations to Onalaska's Mr. Bower for Teacher of the Month for October.#ThankAmericasTeachers
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Images courtesy Farmers Insurance & Financial Services

And: Congratulations to Mr. Ryan, Adna's Teacher of the Month for October!!! #ThankAmericasTeachers

You can thank a teacher, vote for a teacher, and educators can submit proposals for educational programs to win grants.

Send a thank you to an exceptional teacher who’s shaped who you are today, or made a difference in your kid’s life. When you do, we’ll give America’s teachers the chance to fund their educational visions. Link here.

Your votes have the power to help us give away over $1 million dollars in educational grants throughout the year. Farmers awards 180 teachers with $2,500 grants and five $100,000 grants annually. Link here.

Farmers invites teachers to submit your proposals for educational programs that better prepare students for the future. Teachers could win a grant of up to $100,000! Link here.

So how come no Toledo educators are posted here? Have you thanked a teacher, or cast your vote for Teacher of the Month? Hmm?

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Reminder: No school tomorrow. That means you won’t have a chance to register to vote conveniently at the high school on Friday, and Monday is the cutoff date if you want to make a difference on the November ballot, and the Toledo School Bond Measure.

Deadline for registering to vote in the November Election is October 9, 2017. You can do it online here, or in person at Toledo High School.

Citizens For Great Toledo Schools posted: Voting is a right and privilege!! In a small town every vote matters. Toledo Schools NEED your help! Get registered to vote TODAY. Please vote YES for our kids!
Deadline to register online is October 9th. Get Registered here:
http://elections.lewiscountywa.gov/voter-registration/

What’s holding you back?

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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op posts: Toledo's own 505 Art Gallery!!! Susanné Rose will be showing!!!  (If you haven’t met Toledo’s newest muralist and media artist, you’re in for a treat.)

Please join us Thursday night for the opening of our new "Colour" exhibit at Gallery 505 Artist Co-op in downtown Toledo, WA.
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Image courtesy Gallery 505

Add a little color to your autumn!
P.S. If you haven’t been to one of these events, you’re missing out!

Also on Facebook.

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The Lewis County Permaculture Society presents:
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Image courtesy Lewis County Permaculture Society

Lewis County Food Hub Forum

6 p.m. @ 237 Collins Road, Toledo

Details: We have an exciting opportunity to partner with Olympia in a cooperative usage of online website/software for establishing a Food Hub.

This would allow Lewis County residents two opportunities...

1. Access to locally sourced food from farmers that you can get to know.
2. The ability to sell your products to a larger local market.

This is a BIG step for Lewis County and an important one. We strongly encourage ANYONE seeking to produce/sell products and anyone eager to help strengthen our local community and support local farmers/producers to come and be a part of this informative and groundbreaking meeting.

southsoundfresh.localfoodmarketplace.com would be where we would list our product, (whether) that's a dozen eggs or 500 lbs of potatoes... if you only have something to sell once a year or are a regular producer... this will give you a place to market, anytime of year.

This will be a Pilot Group program to grow interest in building a larger network of Food Hubs. We have to start somewhere.

There will be another meeting October 9th with Treacy Kreger from Olympia and Lizzie Barnts about establishing this pilot!!!

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Mark your calendars: FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Sponsored by Toledo Youth Cheerleading

Date:   Saturday, October 21, 2017
Time:   6:00 p.m. – until the last game
Location:   Toledo High School Commons
Suggested Donation:
$5.00/1 Bingo Card or
$20.00/5 Bingo Cards

Bring your family out for an afternoon of Bingo fun and prizes. Approximately 20 games of Bingo will be played. Prize baskets are donated by the Toledo Youth Cheerleaders and their families.
Thank you for your support!

***This is not a Toledo School District sponsored event.***

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Health Corner: Free (or low cost) Health Care Resources

Health & Hope Medical Outreach posted:
FREE CLINIC ON TUESDAYS from 5:30 - 8:00pm
Are you or someone you know needing medical attention but uninsured or underinsured?
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Image courtesy Health & Hope Medical Outreach

Health & Hope Medical Outreach provides FREE walk-in medical care and Mental Health Care to the uninsured and underinsured of Lewis County and South Thurston County.
Located at 1911 Cooks Hill Rd. Centralia in the NW Pediatrics - West Building!

$$$

October 21 from 9 am - 1 pm, PeaceHealth will offer free:
FREE clinical breast exams and 3-D mammograms for women without health insurance who are:
- age 40+
- No current breast health issues
- Washington resident
- Qualify through the Breast Cervical and Colon Health Program*

The screening will be held at PeaceHealth Southwest's Kearney Breast Center, located inside the Physicians' Pavilion at 200 NE Mother Joseph Place (suite 420) in Vancouver, WA. To pre-enroll, please call 800-992-1817 extension 1.
Interpreters are available.

$$$

*The Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program (BCCHP) provides free breast exams, cervical, pap smear test, and colon screenings to eligible people.*

*People who:
  • Don’t have insurance
  • Don’t qualify for Apple Health
  • Have a lower income
  • Meet age guidelines
  • Have high deductible for follow-up cancer testing
  • Live in Skamania, Clark, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Lewis, Pacific, Thurston, Grays Harbor, and Mason Counties.

Don’t let a lack of insurance or money stand in your way of valuable cancer screenings that can save your life.
To enroll: call (800)992-1817 X1 (Clark County, call (360)514-1663 X1) Languages other than English, call (888)202-3301.

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Sliding fee: Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest and Hawaiian Islands* (Centralia Health Center of Centralia, WA) offers resources at the link above to income guidelines qualifying you for Medicare. (Under $1,305/single, $2,563/pregnant)

*The Department of Health provides a combination of federal and state funds to support this clinic and others which provide a wide range of family planning services on a sliding-fee scale.

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From 09.14.2017 The Other Toledo Health Corner:
  • If you have a DSHS Provider1 ID card (Medicaid) for health care and need help getting to your appointments, you may already know you can apply for Paratransit Services. But did you know that fuel or mileage reimbursement is available for trips to clinics and other health care related travel? This stipend offsets the costs, though it doesn’t cover all. Still, it’s worth your while to find out if you could be getting some of your money back, right?

In Lewis County, call:
  • (800)846-5438 for more info.
  • Hearing impaired,  (800) 943-5438.
  • Fax (360)377-1528 or toll-free (855)742-5078.

P.S. Searching for free dental care, emergency or otherwise, in Lewis County or nearby. Please share with TOT readers any Love Your Dentist free days, or other resources important to those in need.

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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10.04.2017 Wednesday Column

10/4/2017

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In today’s column:
  • School Bond Supporters Report Great Turnout; Upcoming Forum Announced
  • MAP Enrichment Program Openings
  • Steamboat Plaza Moving To New Location Soon
  • Toledo Youth Football @ Morton Today
  • Common Ground Toledo Meets Tonight
  • Winterfest Planning Meeting Set For Saturday
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Citizens For Great Toledo Schools convened last night at the library to generate support for the school bond measure on the ballot in November. One reader reported “We had a really good turnout!”

Toledo School District will host a Bond Forum October 18 at the high school library. This will be a community information meeting regarding the November capital bond proposition. Representatives from the FAC, Construction Services Group, Piper Jaffray and OSPI have been invited and are expected. There will be plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions. Everyone is invited to attend.

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One TES PTO supporter shared a link: Have you downloaded the box top app? You can get bonus points and help our school. It's really easy.

Another reader added: I submitted $524.00 to box tops from last year. Your box tops pay for so many things for our kids!

Reminder: Many box tops are expiring 11/1/17, please get them in asap so we can get them mailed off and collect $$$ for our school. You can send them with your child to school, a neighbor child or just drop them off at the elementary school. Your help is appreciated. The money we raise helps pay for the Pacific Science Center, Field Trips, Garden Club, Reading Night, Jog a thon, the Clothes Closet, Teacher Appreciation and more. Questions? Please ask me (Tina Lyon).

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TES PTO’s Brooke Acosta & Kendra Higgenbottom reported on The Kid’s Garden... 
Garden Update:
  • Garden Club is over for the year. The kids made applesauce to take home. Thanks so much for all the awesome parent volunteers and Pam Peak Meade for making it happen.
  • Garden science classes begin this Thursday and Friday. Soil testing, seed saving and worm bins.
  • Pumpkins and gourds in the garden will be used for the harvest festival. There are winter squash and lots of greens and herbs that can be harvested.

Plus, next to The Kids Garden, a Tiny Pantry:
Need some / Take some / Got some / Share some

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MAP Enrichment Program announced: We had two spots open up in our Tuesday after-school focus club "Scientists / Crafters" from 3-5. We have a lot of fun in this club - Other than working on our own personal craft projects with many tools and materials available for use, we have also been experimenting using the scientific method to make slime, a bubble machine, and this week we are working with electricity! Interested? Private message for more details.

Says one parent: This is an amazing program! Both of my children are apart of the Science/Crafters club and they are genuinely excited about learning new things every week. It's a wonderful opportunity to instill a love of learning in your child while at the same time cultivating a creative imagination! I highly recommend this program for your young person .

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Steamboat Plaza announced:

*** EXCITING NEWS ***
We Are Moving To A New Location at the end of the month
We are moving to 408 Silver Street, the Phillipps Insurance building. Nothing else has changed and the new location will be as awesome as the location we are in now.
If you have any questions or concerns please let me know, we will continue to serve great coffee and Nicki in the salon is ready to schedule your appointment for hair services.
Thank You!

On Facebook.

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Reminder: Toledo Lions Club offers a downloadable PDF form to commemorate your armed services member, past or present, with an engraved brick to be installed on Toledo’s Veterans Wall of Honor in Kemp Olson Park.  

You can also pick up forms at downtown businesses, or at The Wall of Honor. While you’re there, check out the Honor Garden evolving through the seasons and planning to expand with the help of Common Ground Toledo.  

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Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife issued this update (10.02.2017):
Starting today, you must release any Chinook salmon you catch on the Cowlitz, Green and North Fork Toutle rivers, due to low returns of hatchery Chinook.
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Image courtesy WDFW

The closures are necessary to ensure that enough fall chinook return to those rivers to support hatchery production during the coming year. All three rivers remain open to retention of other fish species, as listed in the current fishing rules. See more details on this low run and rule change at http://wdfw.wa.gov/news/sep2917a/.

However:
The first razor clam dig of the fall season will get underway Oct. 6-7 at four ocean beaches, now that marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. Razor clam digging is approved on the following beaches, dates and evening low tides (no digging before noon):
• Oct. 6, Friday, 7:49 p.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
• Oct. 7, Saturday, 8:33 p.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks
More details at http://wdfw.wa.gov/news/oct0317d/

And this notice:
Martha Lake in Lynnwood is one of the more than 100 lakes stocked with tagged trout for our 2017 statewide fishing derby. http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/washington/40/.
Anglers who catch a tagged fish can claim a prize - ranging from fishing gear to gift cards - offered by license dealers around the state.
For a list of lakes* with prize fish and details on how to claim prizes, visit http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/derby/. The derby continues through October 31.

*Toledo’s South Lewis County Park (Wallace) Pond is one of them!

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Order your copy of:
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Adult Page Turners meet 1:30 p.m. October 25, last Wednesdays monthly.

While you’re there, check out the book sale going on. All proceeds go to utilities, so grab a fresh cup of coffee, drop a bill (or two) in the donation can, and keep the lights on. Tell Charlie I sent you.*

*Recent report notes increase in new patrons and library users. Thanks for all your support! Watch this space for upcoming events.

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Toledo Youth Football reminder: (Today)’s game is at Morton high school football field. A-squad please be at the fields at 6:30 p.m.

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Common Ground Toledo invites new members & old: We hope to see you at the CGT meeting. Refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite treat or beverage to share.

DATE: October 4, 2017
TIME: 7 - 9pm
LOCATION: Rose Cottage, 590 Augustus Street, Toledo, Wa.

Common Ground Toledo Mission Statement:
To create and maintain a greener and more colorful presence in Toledo by caring for the design, beautification, and maintenance of the planters boxes, gardens, and common areas throughout town.

CGT meets 7 p.m. first Wednesdays monthly, location TBA in advance. More information on Facebook.

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Heads up: The next Winterfest meeting will be at the Morgan Arts Centre on Saturday, October 7, at noon. Anyone interested in decorating Toledo for the holidays is welcome.

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Score one of the remaining 2017 WitP T-shirts, a great way to support Kemp Olson Park improvements even if you didn't make the walk this year. Kids sizes available too, including a few 2016 T’s.

Contact Jill Davis, cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or (360)864-4564. Or stop into City Hall during business hours.

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. rene@toledoschools.us

*Please support our efforts through the following link: 
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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10.03.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

10/3/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County Tribune Reports On Proposed Chehalis Dam
  • FCCLA Fundraiser Recognizes Fire Safety & Breast Cancer Awareness Month
  • iHeartLogan Shares Stable Condition Update
  • Toledo Youth Football, Toledo Common Ground Wednesday Night
  • Lewis County Food Hub Forum, Gallery 505 Opening Night Thursday
  • No School - State Inservice Day, Jackson House Rededication Friday
  • Tech Tuesday: All Over The Board
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Are you sure we can’t recap this one more time?

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Lewis County Tribune reported on last week’s flood mitigation meetings near Pe Ell including 3 types with varying long-term and short-term solutions. Public meeting held October 10 at Pe Ell school gym. Details online.

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Toledo Lions Club shares this quote from Lions International:
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Lions stand for peace and unity around the world. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families of the senseless act of violence that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Toledo High School FCCLA members, (Family Career & Community Leaders of America) are selling “Right Response” First Aid kits.
October is Fire Safety Month and Breast Cancer Awareness month.
You can order through the 20th of October online,* thru a Member or at the High School. Contact rene@toledoschools.us
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*Please support our efforts through the following link:
http://rightresponse.com/Products.aspx?enc=y%2blxeRMhGg%3d

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Toledo’s i(heart)Logan reports: Today is a good day!!!! Logan's appointment went great! He doesn't have to have his meds increased this time!! God is Good!!!

Logan Grove is amazing 17 year old with a genetic heart disorder: Dilated Cardiomyopathy & Tachycardia (heart failure). This is a group to support Logan… with the MANY appointments, constant tests, and medications required to merely manage his condition.

The Logan Fund has been set up at Toledo Timberland Bank: 101 Ramsey Way/PO Box 245, Toledo. 360.864.6102. Please stop in to contribute.

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Toledo School District posted: Toledo has three of the best.
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Image courtesy Toledo School District
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Heather, Angela and Martin do what's best for kids every day. Every year, we pause to recognize their contributions.

Toledo School District is on Facebook.

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Toledo Youth Football reminder: Wednesday’s game is at Morton high school football field. A-squad please be at the fields at 6:30 p.m.

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Common Ground Toledo invites new members & old: We hope to see you at the CGT meeting. Refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite treat or beverage to share.
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Image courtesy Common Ground Toledo

DATE: October 4, 2017

TIME: 7 - 9pm

LOCATION: Rose Cottage, 590 Augustus Street, Toledo, Wa.

Common Ground Toledo Mission Statement:
To create and maintain a greener and more colorful presence in Toledo by caring for the design, beautification, and maintenance of the planters boxes, gardens, and common areas throughout town.

CGT meets 7 p.m. first Wednesdays monthly, location TBA in advance. More information on Facebook.

***

Gallery 505 Artists Co-op posts:
Please join us Thursday night for the opening of our new "Colour" exhibit at Gallery 505 Artist Co-op in downtown Toledo, WA.

Add a little color to your autumn!

Also on Facebook.

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The Lewis County Permaculture Society presents:
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Image courtesy Lewis County Permaculture Society
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Lewis County Food Hub Forum

Details: We have an exciting opportunity to partner with Olympia in a cooperative usage of online website/software for establishing a Food Hub.

This would allow Lewis County residents two opportunities...

1. Access to locally sourced food from farmers that you can get to know.
2. The ability to sell your products to a larger local market.

This is a BIG step for Lewis County and an important one. We strongly encourage ANYONE seeking to produce/sell products and anyone eager to help strengthen our local community and support local farmers/producers to come and be a part of this informative and groundbreaking meeting.

southsoundfresh.localfoodmarketplace.com would be where we would list our product, (whether) that's a dozen eggs or 500 lbs of potatoes... if you only have something to sell once a year or are a regular producer... this will give you a place to market, anytime of year.

This will be a Pilot Group program to grow interest in building a larger network of Food Hubs. We have to start somewhere.

There will be another meeting October 9th with Treacy Kreger from Olympia and Lizzie Barnts about establishing this pilot!!!

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Mark your calendars - Friday October 6th = No School - State Inservice

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Discover Lewis County linked Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission’s event - Jackson House Dedication Ceremony.
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Image courtesy Lewis County Tribune

Come join the Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission in celebrating the beautiful restoration of the Jackson House, one of the most important historic sites in Lewis County! From 2 - 4 p.m. on Oct. 6, you're invited to a dedication ceremony that honors this awesome piece of Pacific Northwest history.


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Early Alert: TES PTO Harvest Festival October 28 featuring snacks, games, arts & crafts, haunted bus, high quality raffle* and, of course, trick-or-treating.

*Check out the high-quality quilt from last year’s raffle, which adorns my own bed…
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Watch for details.

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Choices! Camp Singing Wind hosts Halloween Costume Party October 28 with music, dancing, and some end of the season fun - potluck dinner and drinks, all ages family fun.
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Image courtesy Camp Singing Wind

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And one more…
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Tech Tuesday: All Over The Board

Some hoaxes seem to have a half-life longer than the generational leap. Like this one about drug dealers handing out crystal meth disguised as a popular candy - debunked by ZDNet more than 5 years back, and enjoying a resurrection on Facebook.

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Check out MakeUseOf’s USB drive trick to secure your laptop access in public.

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groovyPost.com reveals How to Watch NFL Thursday Night Football with Amazon Prime*. Works with any device that runs Amazon Prime Video.  
*Sorry, AppleTV folks, you’re still awaiting the Amazon Video app.
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From Tom’s Hardware, this article on how ShowTime mined digital currency on viewer’s computers, and made no comment on teh issue when addressed about it.

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This week’s Cordcutter News Brief from Roku notes: AT&T Fixed Wireless Internet is now in 18 states, AT&T recently announced. Focused on "rural and underserved locations needing home internet," AT&T says that it "deliver(s) Fixed Wireless Internet across over 160,000 locations" with plans "to provide access to over 400,000 locations by the end of this year, and over 1.1 million locations by 2020."

Ars Technica points out that "AT&T got (a) nearly $3 billion federal subsidy" and the service has a 160GB data cap.

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With the next iPhone carrying a price tag of more than $1,000, CultofMac offers a buyback program that, it claims, offer some of the highest buyback prices, beating Gazelle, Amazon, Walmart and others. Also good on tablets, iPods and laptops.

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10.02.2017 Monday Column

10/2/2017

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In today’s column:
  • School Bond Efforts Face Rising Construction Costs
  • School District Employees Eligible For Sparkle Award Nominations
  • Local Permaculture Member Shares Seeds Of Hope For PR Survivors
  • City Council Meets Today
  • Toledo High School Sports for the week 10/02-10/07
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This sign provides a compelling reason for the new construction in the background.

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Disproving the old saw “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” here is the once-unruly Zu quietly tolerating her pedicure - certainly the litmus test for any canine.
As always, YMMV.*

*Your Mileage May Vary

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Toledo’s Chris Rust reminded everyone in this link to TDN’s article Rising economy, contractor shortage boost cost of public works projects: “Increasing construction costs will impact projects on the bond. It will never be less expensive.”

Deadline for registering to vote in the November Election is October 9, 2017. You can do it online here, or in person at Toledo High School.

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Farmers Insurance & Financial posts:

Sparkle Award… Nominate an employee from Toledo School District who sparkles.
• Leading by example
• Doing something out of kindness
• Volunteering their time
• Positive attitude when things are tough
• Someone just ‘Sparkles’
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When you see someone ‘Sparkling’… Write it down and let us know.
• It can be anyone employed by Toledo School District.
• Anyone can nominate an employee from the Toledo School District.
• You can nominate more than one person.
• However, not the same person more than once per month.
If your entry is chosen, you will receive a gift certificate for Big Nick’s Pizza
Post your nomination on our Facebook page at FarmersToledo
Or bring your entry to Farmers Insurance, Toledo, WA

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Permaculture Homestead’s Ben Maesta shared this link from Mara Nieves on practical help for Puerto Rico: Hurricane Maria destroyed many of Puerto Rico's local seed and organic food-producing farm crops. Please, if you can, send me seeds. Even fruit seed for the tropics - I can plant them quickly. I will hand them out to those in need - as well as start flats in order to jumpstart their crops. Thank you!

Mara Nieves
PO BOX 9020931
Old San Juan, PR 
0901-0931

*Note: I don’t know if Puerto Rico, a U.S. Territory, has restrictions on seeds as agricultural products. Please share info with The Other Toledo on Facebook.

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Today: Toledo City Council meetings 6 p.m. 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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Toledo High School Sports for the week 10/02-10/07
Oct 2nd JV Football vs Montesano 6:00
        Soccer @ Winlock 6:00
Oct 3rd Cross Country @ Onalaska 3:00
            Volleyball @ Wahkiakum 5:45/7:00
Oct 4th Soccer vs. Ocosta 6:00
Oct 5th Volleyball vs. Toutle Lake 5:45/7:00
Oct 6th Football vs. Mossyrock 7:00
Oct 7th Cross Country Harvest Classic RA Long 8:45

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features fish & chips with coleslaw, cornbread, and strawberry Jello w/fruit cocktail, Friday Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, mixed veggies, peaches & dinner roll.

Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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