"The Tortoise and the Hare," Freeman School, October 6, 2012

The Tortoise and the Hare, this year's Missoula Children's Theater musical, cast almost entirely by Freeman School's K-8 grade students, will be performed on October 6th.

Freeman Harvest Hoe Down, October 26, 2012

"It's fall -- and in the Freeman district that means "Harvest Hoe Down" time!  The Hoe Down is an annual event with games, actvities, music, food and prizes.  For three hours the elementary Multi Purpose Room, classrooms and gym get overun by students and families.

This community event (it's not just for Freeman school families) will be held on Friday, October 26, 2012.  It runs from 5pm to 8pm.  There will be games/activities like Donut Dunk, Cake Walk, Prize Wheel, Face Painting & much more. There is no admission cost.  Games and treats are individually purchased (most are $.50), and the whole family can get dinner/dessert at the Hoe Down.  Complete meals cost about as much as a latte.  There is no better bargain for a safe and fun evening to spend with friends and family. 

The Hoe Down is a major fundraiser for the Freeman PTSA and proceeds go towards funding many of their kid-focused goals such as classroom grants, field trips, Craft Night, & Missoula Children's Theater.

 

This year's MCT musical (cast almost entirely by Freeman K-8 grade students) is The Tortoise and the Hare, which will be performed on October 6, 2012.

Learn about events happening at Freeman Schools! Log onto their website at http://www.freemansd.org/.  We love our community and appreciate how much you support our students and community events."

Michelle Thompson Won Palouse Teen Summer Reading Program!

Michelle Thompson was the winner from Palouse, of the Whitman County Library Teen Summer Reading Program.

Michelle won a Nano IPOD and a gift card from ITunes.

Thanks for reading this summer Michelle!!

Garfiel Library's 2012 October Fun Events

From: Kelsey Gallegos
Date: 10-1-2012

Garfield Library has many fun events going on this October for you and yours!

The 14th Teen Librarian Chelsea will be in Garfield to do a Teen Crafternoon. The Crafternoon will teach teens how to make bottle cap necklaces. This event will begin at 4pm.

The 17th is a Craft Day for Kids and Teens. We will be making suction cup spiders! These googly-eyed creatures will hang wherever you place them, just like their arachnid brethren.

The 22nd Garfield Library will be hosting a Disaster Preparedness and Halloween Safety Tips Informational. The event begins at 4 and will last until closing time at 6:30. Patrons are not required to show up immediately at 4 or stay until 6:30. Information will be given to them upon request.

The 31st, Halloween, Garfield will be holding a SPOOK-tacular party for all ages. Trick-or-treaters are encouraged to come in and get candy. Potlach Family Dentistry has generously donated toothbrushes and toothpaste to go into our trick-or-treat goody bags! There will be other snacks, music, a game, and a fun bookmark craft for those who are interested. All Ghosts and Ghoulies will be entered into a drawing for a Prize Book!

Monday is Story Time in Garfield. Books, songs, and crafts will be provided for all children who participate! October’s theme is Spooky Creatures. We will learn about spiders, bats, raccoons, and other nocturnal or ‘spooky’ animals.

Remember to like us on facebook to keep up with events and learn more about what is going on in your town!

Haunted Palouse Construction Starts September 29, 2012

Construction for the 11th annual Haunted Palouse begins this weekend.  People often ask "What can I do?  I want to support the event but don't want to wear a scary costume!"  The answer is there's LOTS you can do...

There are many behind-the-scenes jobs to do for both haunted houses and on Shady Lane - no costumes or acting required.

Help us build and decorate the 3 areas - we'll tell you what needs done, you don't have to be professional set designer!

Make cookies for the workers - starting this Sunday, crews will be working every Saturday and Sunday and many times during the week. At least 15 will be working each weekend day, and on performance nights, nearly 50!

Donations of pop, bottled water, chips, snacks, mini candy bars - or a donation to our account at McLeod's - all would be appreciated by the many volunteers. 

Some of the volunteers have small children at home - donating babysitting service to those working or building the event would be nice.

Would you be willing to donate a cordless screw gun this weekend?  We have several college guys coming to help on Sunday, but not enough tools to go around.

Prop items requested (there will be more):

Large mirrors, at least 36" square, or a sliding closet door mirror?  If you have one languishing in the garage that you no longer want, let us know (soon - so we can conjure up a different scene if we can't find one).

Squeaky toys - what they look like doesn't matter, they just need to squeak :  )

Recipients of proceeds include the Community Center, Arts Council, Garfield-Palouse Athletic Club, Lions Club, Palouse Museum, and Palouse Chamber.  New this year, proceeds will be used to turn the downtown Reader Board back on.

Thank you for considering supporting this community event.  Contact Paula Echanove or Janet Barstow to volunteer or for more information.

 

Volunteers Needed For The Palouse Days Children's Carnival

The Little Peoples Park Project needs volunteers to help out with the Children's Carnival. We need mature teens and adults to help watch over the safety of our children on the bounce inflatables. As a gift for volunteering, each volunteer will receive one child's day pass for the inflatables. Please contact Shelley at 878-1510.

Palouse Days Show and Shine Schedule -- September 14-15, 2012

"The What if Guy" Author, Brooke Moss is guest author at Palouse Library September 18, 2012

Local Author Brooke Moss will be visiting Palouse to share her first book “The What if Guy” and introduce her new release “The Carny”. Moss’s books are set in the Northwest and her storylines explore small town living. Please join us Tuesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. for a fun and interesting evening with Brooke.

 For more information about this and other events, call 878-1513 or visit our Facebook page or the Coming Events calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.

G.E.D. Prepatory Classes Begin September 15, 2012 at Malden Library & Community Center

Malden Library & Community Center is please to announce the return of G.E.D. Preparatory classes. Instructor Kathy Wilkes, a retired teacher, lead the classes using McGraw Hill resources. Classes begin Friday September 15 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. These classes are sponsored by Rosalia Association for Community Enrichment and provided at no cost to the students. More information is available at the library’s Events Calendar www.whitco.lib.wa.us or Malden Library & Community Center’s Facebook page.

 

Storytime at Colton Branch Library Resumes September 10, 2012

Storytime will resume on September 10, 2012, for children ages 1-6. Storytimes are held on Monday mornings during the school year at 10:30 a.m., at Colton.

Fairfield Library Drop-in-Class, September 20, 2012

On September 20, 2012, Fairfield Branch Library will host a Drop-In Class.

"Stop in anytime between 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. for help with one of our Basics topics (Computer, Word, Web, Email). We can also help with your eReader questions! We provide laptops, or you can bring your own.

Visit Spokane Library for more complete information about help that is available.

Book a Librarian
"We understand busy schedules and our class times may not work for you. That’s why we offer Book a Librarian appointments. These 30-minute sessions allow you to work one-on-one with a trained staff member who can assist you with a variety of technology-related topics. Give us a call to schedule your time."
 

Ask at the Library is an invaluable resource for every Spokane County resident. For example, recently I needed help with creating books for eReaders such as Sony and Kindle. Ask at the Library connected me with a librarian who promptly emailed me the information I needed.

Spokane Library for library needs.

Palouse Days, September 14-15th at Palouse Washington

Friday, September 14th

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8:00pm - Midnight

Palouse Days Kickoff Party Palouse Tavern Act II Live Music by Tony Burke and Friends - cover charge

Saturday, September 15th

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6:00am - 9:00am		Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Block Building on West Main Street, $5 donation Buy a duck here for the noon race!
8:00am - 2:00pm		Xenodican Club Book SaleFunnel Cakes! Palouse Library
8:00am		Buffet Breakfast Palouse Tavern Act II
8:00am		Fun Run/Walk 5k and 10k Race for Adults and 1k for Kids Registration 7:00am - 7:45am, Bagott Motors Info & prereg: Mark Sawyer 509-939-2143 Click here for a Registration form Sponsored by Young Life
9:00am - 3:00pm		30th Annual Car Show Palouse City Park$10 entry - Free to the public! Show and Shine Art More information and registration form available at www.palousedays.com
9:00am - 3:00pm		Palouse Museum Special Exhibits, free admission!
9:00am - 3:00pm		X Marks the Palouse Treasure Hunt Sign Upxmarksthepalouse.com Contact Brad Loomis at 509 338-5214
9:15am		Main Parade line-up at school
9:45am		Kiddie Parade line-up at Palouse Welding
10:00am		Lions Club Burgers Start Cookin' Block Building and Downtown While it lasts, pulled pork sandwiches at Block Building
10:00am		Downtown Parade! Main Street
After the Parade Downtown on Main Street		Crowning of Palouse RoyaltyPing Pong Ball Drop Egg Toss Sponsored by American West Bank Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest Information: 509-878-1370 Sponsored by Via Family Chiropractic
After the Parade Downtown on Main Street		Kids' Activities Bouncy Houses, Games and More! Beech & Main Street, opens after the parade! Proceeds to benefit Palouse youth programs
Noon Whistle		Duck Race Palouse River at Bridge Street Buy a duck downtown at the Pancake Breakfast!
After the Duck Race		Cake Walk Watch for location Information: 979-680-1012 Sponsored by Palouse Grange #177
4:00pm		Barley Bar-Relay Downtown, Palouse Tavern 4 person teams On-site registration, Information: 979-680-1012
8:00pm - Midnight		Live Music Palouse Tavern Act II Scott Thompson and "Blue Highway" - cover charge

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