Toledo News 05.08.13

Tomato plants from Ted’s Place now grace my new raised beds. Laugh along with me as I chronicle my efforts at http://citygirlfarming.weebly.com

New Life Church invites you to dinner Wednesday nights 5:10-6 p.m. Menu items change each week. Donations accepted, not required. Also: watch for upcoming Summerfest details. Call (360) 864-4366.

Toledo Senior Center honors all Mothers today (Wednesday). RSVP Diana, diana.haug@lewiscountywa.gov or (360)864-2112 to enjoy lunch and celebrate.

The Mother/Daughter/Friend Social Tea will be taking place Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Toledo Presbyterian Church at 312 Augustus St. Those with questions can call (360) 864-2479.

Toledo’s Farmer’s Market opened under sunny skies last week. Runs each Thursday through September from 2 - 7 p.m. with homemade, handmade and local fare supporting area growers and artisans. Reserve space, only $5. Contact Renee (360) 864-8686.

Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays behind City Hall.

Second chance - large blueberry and small huckleberry plants ($15 and $10) May 11 at 331 Cowlitz behind IGA 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Great Mother’s Day gift. Benefits Toledo Girls Basketball Team.

Mother’s Day is May 12.

May 18 Community Yard Sale 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 130 Cowlitz St. includes Family Careers and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) fundraiser selling hotdogs and baked goods. All spaces free, generously provided by Riverview Food Mart and Deli. RSVP required. Bonus – bring flyers and directions for your own neighborhood yard sales for posting.

Battle of the CowlARTZ May 18-19 at Morgan Arts Centre. Winlock and Toledo H.S. Art Show displaying rising talent. Visit www.morganartscentre.com or call (360) 864-4ART.