May 2, 2013 at Fairfield and Rockford, Washington

Area Events ~~ May 2, 2013

 

"Newcomers Dessert", 6:30 p.m., Fairfield Community Center, Fairfield, Washington, May 2, 2013

S.C.O.P.E. meeting at Office in Fairfield, Washington, 7:00 p.m.

AA meeting at St. Joseph's Fellowship Hall in Rockford, Washington, 7:00 p.m.
 

Gardening Classes at Farmington Community Center Sundays, May 5th and 19th, 2013

DO YOU LIKE TO GARDEN, OR WANT TO KNOW HOW?

Plan to attend our Gardening classes at Farmington Community Center on Sunday, May 5 and May 19, 2013, at 12:00-2:00pm.
Horticulturist, Donna Guske Hansen will be on board to teach both classes. The May 5, 2013 class will feature Small Vegetable gardening and May 19, 2013 will be on Container gardening.

These programs are offered free of charge with funding provided by The Institute of Museums and Library Services grant titled Transforming Life after 50, recently awarded to Whitman County Library.

Farmington Library will provide the refreshments.

Container Gardening at Colton Library, May 4, 2013

Colton Library is hosting a Container Gardening class taught by Donna Hansen on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 1:30 p.m.  Donna will explain how to properly raise vegetables and flowers in containers so that even the smallest yards can be beautiful and productive.  This program is being provided free of charge, thanks to funding from the Institute for Museums and Library Services grant entitled “Transforming Life after 50” which was recently awarded to the Whitman County Library.

The Uniontown/Colton Book Club book for May is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford.  Copies of this book are available at both libraries.  Discussion of the book will be held on May 29, 2013 at the Uniontown Library at 6 p.m. 

 

Hours of operation for Colton Library are Mondays 10-2:30 and Thursdays 2:30-6:30 p.m., and Uniontown Library hours are Wednesdays 2:30-6:30 p.m. and Fridays 9:30-1:30.

The theme for Summer Reading this year is Dig into Reading!  Programs will have an underground theme.

 

Summer reading dates for the Colton Library are Mondays, June 10, 17, and 24 and July 1, 8, and 15 at 10:30 a.m.  Come in to the library and sign up today!

Miniature Black and Brown Yorkie Went Missing in Palouse, Washington

 

If you've seen a little, black & brown miniature yorkie, please call 208-596-8746.

She went missing Friday afternoon in Palouse, Washington.

Thank you.

Free Screening for Pre-school and Kindergarten at Palouse, Washington May 9, 2013

Do you know a little person who would like to go to school?

Palouse, Washington Pre-School and Kindergarten Free Screening May 9, 2013 at Palouse Elementary School, 9:30 a.m.  - 2 p.m.

Who: Birth to 6 years old. Pre-schoolers must be 3 or 4 years old. Kindergarteners must be 5 years old as of Midnight August  31, 2013.

For complete information and to schedule a screening or be added to the mailing list, please call secretaries, Mrs. Griner or Mrs. Lopez: 509 878-1921.

Elaine Riseling Got Herself on the Internet! Check it out!

"Few merchants embody the grit, ingenuity and hometown spirit that so many local businesses are built on like Elaine Rising of On Sacred Grounds in Valleyford, WA (just south of Spokane). On Sacred Grounds is literally synonymous with Elaine: she’s the founder and the business’ sole employee," so says the Alan Chung, owner of Perka.

Perka is a smart loyalty program that helps small merchants and their regular customers support one another.

Chung wrote, "When Elaine launched her business, she acted as her own general contractor, obtaining permits, developing the site, supervising subcontractors and overseeing the installation of new electrical and septic systems plus a well. Starting with a structure just 14'x50', Elaine expanded the building to its current size, 30' x 80' which is now two stories.

"Elaine isn’t kidding about personalization. She does 100% of the work at her shop serving breakfast and lunch daily, not to mention her involvement in community activities like book clubs, spa days, historical events and art promotions. On Sacred Grounds is truly a hub around which this entire community turns."

Elaine has explained the program to her customers, and also mentioned that before long fibre optic Internet service would be at her business in Valleyford. Chung said, "With customer loyalty clearly core to her business, Elaine was eager to offer a loyalty rewards program. Recognizing that paper punchcards are near-obsolete she preferred a mobile program – but as a self-proclaimed technophobe, she wasn’t sure how she’d get an ambitious, full-featured mobile loyalty program off the ground. Enter Perka!"

Everyone who knows Elaine has heard her maxim about her business: "Desperation, inspiration and preserperation."

To learn more about Elaine's latest customer-focused inspiration visit Perka.

Rockford Annual Community-wide Garage Sale Planned

Rockford Community Wide Garage Sale will start May 31, 2013. If you want to be on the map call 509 892-4412.

 

"Unscramble The Palousoe Slogan 2013" Contest Open

Individuals needed

You're invited to participate in the Palouse Chamber of Commerce's "Unscramble the Palouse Slogan 2013" contest.

 

We need individuals/artistic people to make the letters that will be used in the contest.

 

If you wish to participate, pick up one letter from Grammy G's Quilt Shop, 124 E. Main Street, Palouse, WA, 509-878-1660.

 

You will transform this 16"x20" letter into a piece of art.  The letter needs to remain recognizable.  Please frame your letter if possible.

 

Letters must be finished by May 30, 2013, and turned in at Grammy G's Quilt Shop.  The letters will be on display from June 1, 2013, through Sept. 10, 2013, in various downtown businesses (fading may occur).

 

Palouse Day, September 14, 2013, we will display the slogan (made from all the individual art piece letters) at the Palouse Community Center.  The slogan letters will become the property of the Palouse Chamber and will be sold at the Fall Craft Fair to raise money for the Palouse Chamber. 

For more information, contact Debbie Goetz, Grammy G's Quilt Shop, 509-878-1660.

 

Council Member Vacancies - City of Palouse and Rockford, Washington

City of Palouse

Council Vacancy Position

The City of Palouse is soliciting letters of interest to fill vacated council position #4.  This term runs until Dec. 31, 2013.  The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm.  If you live within the city limits of Palouse and would like to serve on the Palouse City Council, please submit a letter of interest by 2 pm, April 19, 2013, to Palouse City Hall, POB 248, 120 E. Main Street, Palouse, WA  99161.

 

 Steve Myer resigned his Rockford council position affective April 03, 2013, and his reasons are stated in the April 03, 2013 minutes. April 17, 2013, the Council approved filling the vacancy. Applications are available at Rocford Town Hall, 20 W Emma St., Rockford, Washington.

Vegetable Gardening 101 Presented at Spokane Valley Library, May 9, 2013

Vegetable Gardening 101

Spokane Valley Library

  12004 E. Main Avenue, Spokane Valley,
Washington

Thursday, May 9, 2013, 7pm

509-893-8400

 Get useful tips and demonstrations for getting your garden started from the Master Gardeners at the library. Learn how to start plants from seeds and cuttings, and how and when to get your vegetables in the soil.

Class presented by Master Gardener Steve Nokes.
 

Kids 9-14 Love Camp NEWA -- Enroll Now for July 28-August 3, 2013

Parents-take a break this summer and bring your 9-14 year old kids to a fun filled week of camp on beautiful Lake Thomas in Stevens County. Camp NEWA runs from July 28-Aug 3, 2013, at Princess Pines.

 

CPR/1st Aid certified adults and teen counselors interact with your child and friends. No sleeping in, no TV, and no cell phones to interrupt good physical activity.

 

Outdoors: canoeing, swimming, hiking, running, volleyball and other interactive games. Crafts, ping pong, three meals/day and meeting new friends.

 

Cost $175 for the week ($150 if paid by July 1st). For more info and brochures contact Carol Evans, director 509-535-1165 or Carolyn McKern 509-738-6041.

 

1st time camper financial assistance available-must be applied for prior to June 1, 2013.

 

Sponsored by Washington State Grange  - no affiliation needed. (click on red tennis shoes)

 Any child age 9-14 welcome.Carol
clevans51@aol.com

Palouse Food Bank Distribution April 14, 2013 at Palouse Community Center

The next date for the Palouse Food Bank distribution is Wednesday, April 24, from 1:00 to 4:00 at the Palouse Community Center. Anyone in need of food assistance and who lives within the 99161 zip code is welcome.

Practical Couponing at Fairfield Library, April 27 2013

 

Practical Couponing!

April 27, 2013, 2:00 p.m.

 

Are you ready to have more food in your pantry and money in your wallet? By using smart shopping strategies, you CAN do it. Get the basics of couponing:

• How to get started
• How to organize
• The basic rules

 

And even what to do with expired coupons!

 

 

 

April 23, 2013 Storytime at Fairfield Branch Library

Fairfield Library Storytime, April 23, 2013, 10:30 a.m. Play and Learn (ages 2-5). 305 E. Main Street, Fairfield, Washington.

An hour of fun: stories, songs and fingerplays followed by activities that explore the concepts of math, science, art and literacy.     

Fred Necks Frog Regatta Festival April 20, 2012 in Rockford City Park

Rockford, Washington Annual Frog Regatta on tap this weekend, April 20, 2013

 

"Twin Desperados: When Bullets Kiss" at Garfield Stage at Garfield-Palouse High School April 19th & 20th

GPHS and GPMS Drama presents "Twin Desperados: When Bullets Kiss" 

The Garfield-Palouse High School and Middle School drama troupe presents "Twin Desperados: When Bullets Kiss"  this Friday, April 19th at 7pm, and Saturday, April 20th, at 7pm. 

 Both performances will be on the Garfield stage. Cooperative Garfield-Palouse Middle School
810 N. 3rd, Garfield, Washington

 The story begins as an old time radio show, and is set as a western. 

 Come see the Masked Avenger and his sidekick, Howdy, battle it out with the Masked Desperado and his sidekick, Pardner, in this hilarous spoof. 

 We'll see y'all there!

$5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors 65 and over.

 

In April at On Sacred Grounds Coffee at Valleyford, Washington

Check out what's happening On Sacred Grounds Coffee and enjoy what Elaine has in store for visitors and customers in April, 2013.

 

Life Guard Positions Opening at Palouse, Washington

The City of Palouse is hiring lifeguards for the 2013 summer season. 

Applicants need to be available to work from June 20th to August 18th, 2013.

Applications can be picked up at City Hall or by replying to this email. 

All applicants must be certified, by opening day, in Lifeguarding, First Aid, & CPR. 

Please direct any questions to Ann at City Hall.

Closing date for applications is May 17th, 2013 @ 3 pm.

April 2013 Events at Palouse, Washington

Annual Chocolate Tasting
Saturday, April 13, 2013
The Bank Left Bistro
100 South Bridge Street
Call 509-878-8425

Bingo / Silent Auction Saturday, April 13, 2013 Palouse Community Center Silent auction begins at 6:00pm. Donations appreciated, call 509-878-1226 Lions Club-sponsored Bingo begins at 7:00pm All proceeds go to Palouse Community Center

Whitman County Humane Society Board Meeting

Monday, April 15, 2013
5:30pm
Contact 509-332-2246 for location

Palouse Chamber of Commerce Community Development Meeting

Wednesday, April 17, 2013
6:00pm
Contact palousechamber@visitpalouse.com

Community Center Meeting

Monday, April 22, 2013
7:00pm at the Community Center

Palouse Food Bank Distribution Day Wednesday, April 24, 2013 Palouse Community Center, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Food donation bin at the Palouse Market for anyone who would like to donate! Contact Amy Browse at 509-878-1251 for more information or to volunteer Anyone with a 99161 zip code is eligible

Donna Hansen Guest Presentation at Colton and Uniontown Libraries April 24, 2013

   
Donna Hansen will present a Lower Maintenance and Landscaping Workshop at the Colton Library onApril 24, 2013, at 3 p.m. Donna will explain how even the busiest people can still have a great-looking yard. Donna will also present a program on Small Vegetable Gardens the same day at 12 p.m. at the Uniontown Library. Bring a sack lunch and learn how to get the most out of even the smallest vegetable gardens. These programs are being provided free of charge, thanks to funding from the Institute for Museums and Library Services grant entitled “Transforming Life after 50” which was recently awarded to the Whitman County Library.

Judi Gray Guest Presentation at Colton Library April 11, 2013

     The Colton Library welcomes Judi Gray from Pullman Recycling and Waste Reduction to our special Second Thursday Program on April 11, 2013, at 3 p.m. She will teach us about waste free lunches and show us how to "upcycle" some old silverware into garden markers.  Kids in kindergarten through 6^th grade are welcome to attend.

    Donna Hansen will present a Lower Maintenance and Landscaping Workshop at the Colton Library on April 24, 2013, at 3 p.m.  Donna will explain how even the busiest people can still have a great-looking yard.  Donna will also present a program on Small Vegetable Gardens the same day at 12 p.m. at the Uniontown Library.  Bring a sack lunch and learn how to get the most out of even the smallest vegetable gardens.  These programs are being provided free of charge, thanks to funding from the Institute for Museums and Library Services grant entitled “Transforming Life after 50” which was recently awarded to the Whitman County Library.

    The penny pig is out at the library to raise money for children’s programs.  If you have any spare change lying around that you would like to donate to this worthy cause, please bring it by during open hours on Monday from 10 – 2:30 or Thursday from 12:30 – 6:30.  The penny drive runs through April 20.

     The Uniontown/Colton Book Club book for April is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein.  Copies of this book are available at both libraries.  Discussion of the book will be held on April 25, 2013 at the Colton Library at 6 p.m.

     Storytimes continue on Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. at the Colton Library for ages 1-6.  The current theme is shapes, and a different shape is celebrated each week through crafts, stories and songs.

Garfield Palouse High School Baseball and Softball Games Rescheduled to April 12 ,2013

Due to anticipated poor weather on Saturday, the Garfield Palouse High School baseball and softball games have been rescheduled to Friday, April 12, 2013, game times 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. in Colton.

Rockford Youth Club Meeting April 9, 2013

Rockford, Washington Youth Club will meet Tuesday, April 9, 2013, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Rockford Town Hall on Emma Street. All local area youth are invited to attend and participate in events planned by the young people.

Garfield-Palouse High School Knowledge Bowl Scored

[Editor apology for tardy news caught in email Spam box.]

 

Knowledge Bowl team brings home some hardware--places 5th at state tournament

The Garfield-Palouse High School knowledge bowl team competed March 23, 2013 at the state knowledge bowl meet in Arlington, Washington, placing 5th overall.

 

Wyatt Mitchell, Landen Morton, Gabe Cocking, Hunter Woltering and Kevin Knauff placed 6th overall after the first 5 rounds, which advanced them to the final two rounds for the championship.

 

In the 4-5-6 match, GarPal won a head-to-head playoff with ACH to take 5th overall, missing 4th place by one point.

 

The students played from 8:30 a.m. till 3:30 p.m., facing 50 written questions and 310 oral questions.  Overall, there were 102 teams from all classifications at the state meet, making it an exciting event to attend--and a long day.

 

Mr. Landle and Mr. Akin heartily thank all for their support--especially the local fire and police for their "cool" escort from town, Mr. Bofenkamp and Viking Crew for buying the kids a tournament T-shirt, Bev and Monty Nearing for the awesome snacks, Robin Woltering for the "goodie bags", and parents for sharing such great, smart kids!

"March For Meals" April 13, 2013 Colfax, Washington

MARCH FOR MEALS

Saturday, April 13, 2013,

 Colfax High School Track Field, 10:00 a.m. - Noon

 

WSU Mooberry Track & Field, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

 



Support Meals on Wheels and Senior Nutrition in Whitman County

 

Prizes & Give-a-ways, snacks & beverages, activity and sponsor booths



In 2013 the Council on Aging & Human Services will serve more than 19,000 homebound and 13,000 group setting.

Council on Aging & Human Services
210 S. Main Street
Colfax, Washington

coa-hs.org

RSVP on Facebook: March For Meals (Whitman County)

 

Palouse Washington City Council Position Vacancy

City of Palouse

Council Vacancy Position

 

The City of Palouse is soliciting letters of interest to fill vacated council position #4.  This term runs until Dec. 31, 2013.  The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM.  If you live within the city limits of Palouse and would like to serve on the Palouse City Council, please submit a letter of interest by 2 pm,  April 19 , 2013, to:

 

Palouse City Hall

PO Box 248

120 E. Main Street

Palouse, WA  99161

Artist Hiromi Okumura Reception April 7, 2013 at Dahmen Barn in Uniontown, Washington

"Space, Energy and Movement" is April exhibit at the Dahmen Barn

The month of April visual and performing artist Hiromi Okumura will exhibit abstract paintings and have a short performance during the opening reception at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown. Hiromi lives in Pullman, Washington and is currently teaching fine arts at Washington State University. Her paintings are bright, bold and very energetic. The opening reception is Sunday, April 7th 1:00pm-3:00pm and the exhibit continues through April 28 during regular open hours.

Says Hiromi:

"In my art making, process of physicality is as important, often more important, as the followed result. Viewers frequently asked me what I was feeling and thinking while painting. “Energy, space and movement” as my theme, it made perfect sense when I started to make an installation of layered projection of the movement of colors. Also from a perspective as a dancer, it made an excellent sense to make drawings and paintings using your entire body, because that is how I make my art. And I love viewers to experience my art and share the process of art making.  I want viewers to experience my art at an emotional level. I want viewers to be more than viewers; I like them to be participants in the dance. I would like them to get into my painting and I want my art to be a part of their lives."

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195 in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The facility, open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, is fully accessible and has no daily admission fee.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

7th Annual Art Demonstration Day at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn April 13, 2013

Dahmen Barn’s 7^th annual Art Demonstration Day features creating with natural materials

The 7^th annual art and craft demonstration day at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown will feature artisans who work with natural materials.  This year’s event is scheduled from 11 am to 4 pm on Saturday, April 13, 2013 and is free to the public.  Many of the resident artists at the Dahmen Barn incorporate natural materials in their work and visiting artists from the region will fill the Barn and the yard behind the wheel fence.  All will have items they have created for sale.  A list of all participants may be found on the calendar item at www.artisanbarn.org.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn began the annual demonstration event the spring of 2007, a few months after its grand opening, to bring together many local artists who work with the same materials.  Each year has had a different theme:  fiber, wood, glass, clay, paper, recycled materials.  Participating artists demonstrate their own technique or approach to using those materials and the public is invited to observe and learn. Since creativity is the emphasis at the Barn, it is hoped attendees will choose to explore a medium in more depth after watching the artists at work.

 

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center on highway 195 in Uniontown in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.