BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Bethel’s Child Nutrition Services is offering “Smart Snacks in School” trainings to help all clubs and organizations in Bethel School District meet the new federal rules regulating all food that is sold in schools. Participants will learn how to ensure that club food sales meet federal requirements, how to use the…
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Food
Kids are Cooking – Class
Kids are Cooking Kids ages 7-12 will learn their way around the kitchen in a 4 week series of cooking adventures. The classes are held at Meridian Habitat Park and Center, 14422 Meridian E in South Hill. The first session begins Oct 6 for a fee of $40, plus a $12 supply fee paid to…
Are you ready for Fruit on the Loop?
Word today from Alice Shibig, “I just got a phone call from Shouana and Connell, they are in Portland Oregon headed this way with peaches and nectarines. ” Located on Spanaway Loop Road near Tule Lake Road, the Rainier Christian Church and at the doorstep of the Shibig farm is a favorite spot to cruise in for…
Northern Pacific Coffee Company
By Marianne Lincoln PARKLAND, WA — Saturday evening, December 28, NPCC on C Street and Garfield in Parkland had a big event to help raise funds for the business to pay its rent. With most PLU students off on Winter break and most other people focused on the holidays, business has been slow. Earlier in…
Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East
SPANAWAY, WA — It finally happened. Round Table Pizza has opened in Spanaway. Monday, December 23 was the big day at the Mountain Plaza on the corner of 208th Street and the Mountain Highway (SR7). You can like them on Facebook at Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East. Rumor has it they are…
Handling turkey safely
USA.gov — Get tips on how to safely store, thaw, and roast a turkey. Here are a few key tips: Avoid Fresh Pre-Stuffed Turkeys – Don’t buy fresh pre-stuffed turkeys because harmful bacteria in the stuffing can quickly multiply. If you buy a frozen pre-stuffed turkey, look for a USDA or state mark of inspection. Frozen pre-stuffed turkeys…
Grocery Strike set for Monday
Reprinted from “The Stand” GROCERY STRIKE SET FOR MONDAY (Oct. 18, 2013) — Tonight at 7 p.m., the unions negotiating with Puget Sound-area grocery stores gave 72-hour notice of a strike at all area Safeway, QFC, Fred Meyer and Albertsons stores, which will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday night, Oct. 21. The unions negotiating…
Freddy Fest rocking the mid-county
Classic cars were parked all over the grassy field. Children laughed, screamed and played all day on the playground equipment, bouncy houses and pony rides. Booth vendors sold insurance, finance, cards, knitted apparel and associated sundries. The Bloodmobile was parked beside the church building, hoping some generous souls would take the time to lend a pint. Entertainers…
Blueberry Festival Aug 7 at PLU
PLU has created several fun summer events to bring people together. Today, August 7. is the Blueberry Festival. Ice cream and blueberries topped with whipped cream is on the menu. They will be accompanied by music of the 50’s and 60’s featuring the Bobby Sox and the Jukebox. This event will be held on the plaza…
Garfield Street Fair – August 17
Garfield Street in Parkland will come alive with vendor booths, cars, music, entertainers, balloons, kids, and happiness on August 17th for the annual Garfield Street Fair. The event will be held in the middle of the street. Adjoining restaurants and businesses will have specials and events as well, There’s even a beer garden. Bring out…
Lovely weather for the Spanaway Historical Society picnic
The Spanaway Historical Society held their annual picnic and meeting on Sunday July 21 at the Prairie House Museum grounds. They re-elected their officers for the year. (correction) Shirley Mathis is the new President, Marilyn Goddard is vice president, Kathleen Creso is secretary and Chuck Overaa is treasurer.. It was a lovely, temperate, sunny summer day. It was…
Bethel Community Open Market – register for August 10
It is almost time for the second of three local markets at the new Bethel Learning Center. On August 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Bethel Community Open Market will feature local producats and produce, healthy natural foods and family entertainment. Interested vendors need to get regsitered for their booth space. Information is…
