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Saltar’s Point Elementary students tour Steilacoom Museum
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By Nancy Covert
How did the Apple Squeeze become a Steilacoom tradition? What does “Steilacoom” mean?
More than 200 Saltar’s Point Elementary School Fourth Grade students learned the answers to those questions and more when they toured the Steilacoom Historical Museum this past week.
The annual student class tour to visit the Museum’s properties: the Museum, the Wagon Shop and the Orr Home, took place during the last week of January and first week of February. Docents from the Museum’s Education Committee shared their knowledge about Mr. Orr’s shop, and other parts of the community’s history.
The students’ collective reaction to the displays and activities—such as making butter—“what an amazing place!”
What's happening in Steilacoom's Parks and Pathways
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Steilacoom's Public Works crew has its plate very full clearing storm debris from streets and public areas, reports Councilmember Nancy Henderson, who keeps an eye (and more) on the status of local parks. Parks have been quite affected by falling branches, and in some cases, trees.
A huge THANK YOU to those who have already been out clearing trails on their own. First Street pathway was quickly cleared by surrounding neighbors who just pitched in and made it happen.
Kiwanis of Steilacoom hosts annual benefit
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Looking for a way to combat Winter Cabin Fever, have an enjoyable evening this month, and support a community service organization?
Then circle Friday, Jan. 27 on the calendar. That’s the date for Kiwanis of Steilacoom’s annual Winter Winefest Fundraiser. The yearly benefit is set for 6-9 p.m. at Clover Park Technical College’s McGavick Center, Bldg. 23 on the college’s campus at 4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW.
Vann receives 2011 SHEF Alumni Award
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Andrea Lopez Vann was honored during halftime at the annual Steilacoom High School Alumni Basketball game, held Dec. 30 at SHS.
Vann, Class of 1999, was unable to attend the ceremony because of business obligations, but SHEF representatives (Steilacoom Historical Education Foundation) Linda Evanson and Sharon Westman made the presentation.
Alumns keep their eyes on the ball
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Orange and red aren't exactly holiday colors—but they are the colors worn during a popular holiday occasion in Steilacoom. The occasion?
The 18th annual Steilacoom High School alumni basketball game. The game was played on Dec. 30 at the school's gym, and halftime entertainment included presentation of the Steilacoom Historical Education Foundation's Alumni Award Presentation. (Read that story elsewhere in this issue).
Habari gani?
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Habari gani?—What’s the News? "Kuumba!” (Creativity)
Candles, special foods, music, gift exchanges, time for reflection about the past and planning for the days to come…no matter how it’s celebrated: Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa… this time of year is regarded as the Season of Good Will. At the root of this Season is a collection of customs designed to lighten the hearts of its participants as they continue the quest for Peace on Earth.
Prep for Perkins Park picnic shelter complete
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By Nancy Covert
Prep work for the new Perkins Park picnic shelter area was done in mid-November, and the shelter for Perkins Park should arrive the week of Nov. 28. It is planned to be erected within two weeks of arrival, primarily using our Steilacoom crew.
In other Public Works-related news, the first lift of asphalt was installed on Starling St on Nov. 7. The concrete contractors will be in finishing up walls, sidewalks and stairways/landings (approx. two weeks). After that, some restoration work will take place, followed by the final lift of asphalt, according to Mark Burlingame, Steilcoom's Public Works Director.
Photo: Apple shrubs in Steilacoom
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Steilacoom Ladies Dine Out: at Café Banana
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Crispy Duck
By Nancy Covert
"What’s for Lunch?” That question was uppermost in the minds of a group of Steilacoom women recently when they dined at the recently opened Café Banana on South Tacoma Way.
Under new ownership, Tony Wen’s Asian Bistro offers a selection of Malaysian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Indian cuisines, serving dishes such as Massaman Chicken Curry, Crispy Duck Salad., and Tok Tok Soup—not a soup at all. In fact, it’s served on a bed of mung bean sprouts—"very healthy,” assured Anthony, the waiter. Read More→
Garden club announces 2011 Steilacoom Scarecrow contest winners
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Winners in the 2011 Steilacoom Garden Club’s annual Scarecrow contest include: Read More→
Photo: Halloween Spirit
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Be sure to check out this haunting sight at the corner of Sequalichew and Main. Amazing how many spirited residents reside there! Photo by Nancy Covert.
Historic churches
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By Nancy Covert
The Bremerton Building…the Wedding Bell Church…the church that was moved board by board to its present location in the mid-19th century—each has a special meaning for Lakewood-area residents.
St. Mary’s Episcopal, Lake City Community Church, Lakeview Congregational Church and Immaculate Conception Mission—four Lakewood-area churches, their members and their outreach programs that continue to make an impact on the community—were the topic of Lakewood Historical Society’s monthly meeting, held Oct. 18 at St. Mary’s Church. The churches’ history spans from the early 19th century to the present.
Col. Silas Casey returns to Ft. Steilacoom
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Col. Silas Casey, one-time commander of Fort Steilacoom, returned to his former post on Oct. 16 for the organization's annual meeting.
Casey, portrayed by historian/researcher Ken Morgan, presented a program highlighting Casey's career after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy in the early 19th century.
Topiary Teapot in U.P.
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Topiary Teapot in University Place taken at 7:30 am Saturday by Nancy Covert.
Whipping an Editor
Posted by | CommentsFrom the Nov. 21, 1872 edition of the Puget Sound Express - Published in Washington Territory. Julius Dickens was the editor at that time.
Editors, like other shrewd people, must live with their eyes open. A good story is told on one who started a paper in a Western town.
The town was infested with gamblers, whose presence was an annoyance to the citizens, who told the editor that if he did not come out against them, they would not patronize his paper.
Business Development Outlook in Steilacoom
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What’s the future of economic development in the Town on the Sound? After Pierce County collected input for its 2008 Economic Stimulus Report, it identified 41 recommendations to help the local economy survive the downturn and set the stage for future prosperity.
Denise Dyer, Manager of the Economic Development Division, Pierce County Executive’s Office, presented a status report on what’s been accomplished in the past three years. The presentation was made at the Oct. 4 Steilacoom Town Council Meeting.
It’s almost Scarecrow Time in Steilacoom
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Lenore Rogers (left) and Skip Lemming make the final adjustments to Scarecrow Sue
By Nancy Covert
How do you make a SCARECROW? Use plenty of straw! Old clothing. And a lot of imagination!
Scarecrow Time in Steilacoom begins Oct. 1. Scarecrow-makers still have time to finish their 2011 creations—be sure to sign up if you want your masterpiece to be judged this year. Check the sign-up sheets at the Lafayette Street Kiosk or at the Community Center.
