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Monica & Mark Downen,
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Greetings!
"Instructions for living a life: Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it."
It is too easy to not pay attention; to lose ourselves in the busy day-to-dayness of it all and forget to be astonished; and most of all when we find our awe, we too often skip the part where we should take a moment to share it with those around us, thus perpetuating the ignoring of these all-important instructions for living.
I am astonished daily at, and so very proud of, the amazing individuals that make up our team here at Monica's. I am so grateful to each one of them and honored to be a part of their lives. Every person who has worked here has changed us and hope that we have added to the quality of their lives.
Do you know these special people who I am in awe of? Betuel has worked for us since our first day. He is our right-hand in the back of the house and he also works full time at Azteca, so he never has a full day off of work. He is one of the hardest working people I know. Sharon has been with us since day one as well, and she balances her dedication to us with her passion for her horses and the life she shares with her wonderful husband. She has the best laugh I know.
Rheycel has been with us for almost 5 years and she has recently finished school and an internship to become a dental hygienist. It has been our pleasure to support her and watch her growth while she has been with us.
Victoria joined our team nearly 4 years ago when she was just 18. She has always impressed me with her great customer care, sense of loyalty and great sense of fun.
Charity started working here a year ago and has been baking for us most of that time. She just turned 18 and it has been my honor to watch her blossoming into a wonderful young woman.
Alycia was part of our original crew and rejoined our team last Fall. I love witnessing the adoration she has for her baby son, and watching her growth from 7 years ago when we first met.
Chelsea came to us this Winter and is a delight to be around. She is making our daily soups and salads delicious, and she is one of the smartest people I know.
Jason joined us a couple of months ago and he is learning the baking, as well as helping up front. He brings a very new energy in and I am grateful to have his refreshing outlook and sense of humor as a part of my day.
Cori is our newest team member and lucky for us she is a very fast learner. She is a natural on our team and I am honored to be getting to know her a little more each day.
And of course there is Mark. My partner, my husband, and my biggest supporter in all things. He says he is 'just in charge of dishes and cookies', but I would not be here and who I am without him.
We have had several special people pass through our kitchen and leave their mark on our business and in our lives. Our team is as vital to our success as each of our customers is, and without them this place would not be here. I always tell them that they are my customers too, and I hope they feel that to their cores.
Monica's Waterfront Bakery & Cafe may have my name on it, but it is really our team who make this place what it is. Maybe I should change the name to 'The Greatest Team Ever's Bakery & Cafe'; that would be more apt.
We can't wait to see you here!
~Monica
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"I will not play tug o' war. I'd rather play hug o' war. Where everyone hugs instead of tugs, Where everyone giggles and rolls on the rug, Where everyone kisses, and everyone grins, and everyone cuddles, and everyone wins."
~Shel Silverstein
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What's Happening? Hot Stuff!!
Charity's is Sunday June 2, so we will celebrate her favorite daily features on Tuesday June 4. Vicky's is Sunday June 9, so we will celebrate her daily features Friday June 8, and Betuel's is Wednesday June 19!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! WE LOVE YOU!!
MEET THE WINEMAKER
Friday June 14, 4-6 pm
Taste fabulous wines ...and enjoy light appetizers to go with them. We will be joined by Joe Serka from Olalla Valley Vineyard and Winery. Joe is of Croatian descent and comes from a long line of winemakers. Their wines are made in the "old world" tradition: hand-picked fruits, after fermentation no sulfites are used and the wines are not filtered. The entire process from growing the vines the bottling the wines is all done within the family.
It's a fabulous way to wind down your week, wind up your weekend, and just generally get your wine on! And the best part is IT DOESN'T COST ANYTHING!
This tasting is an open house, so come as you are, and we would love it even more if you brought some donations for the food bank.
Canvas & Cork
Thursday June 27, 6:30-9 pm
Uncork your creativity! Enjoy some fabulous wines and light appetizers while you create a painting with a step-by-step method from Kitsap Art. Includes all art supplies, light appetizers and first glass of wine.
Catered by Monica's Waterfront Bakery & Cafe
Registrations are limited so call or email the school ASAP to get your spot reserved!
360-662-1542 KitsapArt@gmail.com
Silverdale Farmer's Market is On!
Every Tuesday through September, 10 am-4 pm
This great market is in the Port of Silverdale parking lot on the waterfront and there are lots of local vendors there for you to shop and visit with. Mark has a booth to sell cookies and bread, and you can enjoy music, crafts, food, groceries and more!
Kitsap has a few great farmer's markets, check out the list HERE.
And for The Family:
Free Fishing Weekend
Remember - all other rules still apply, including seasons, area and lure or bait restrictions, and size and catch limits. Catch Record Cards (first one is free) are required to fish for salmon, sturgeon, steelhead, and halibut. Please see the 2013 Fishing Regulation Pamphlet for all rules and restrictions.
Silverdale Library Welcomes Navy Band Northwest "Passage" Concert
Saturday June 15, 12-1:30 in Waterfront Park
"'Passage' is a high-energy Rock band on the cutting edge of today's popular music scene. The ensemble performs a variety of selections from current Top 40 charts to hits spanning the last 50 years. "Passage's" plays pop, rhythm and blues, dance, Motown, classic rock, modern rock, soul, hip-hop, swing, country & disco making them fun for all ages."
Party at the Pier
Tuesday June 18, 11:30-3:30
(from their Facebook page:) "Announcing the 4th Annual Party at the Pier! This is where Kitsap begins its summer. DJs, 3-on-3 Basketball, Free Food, Prizes, Main Stage Bands, And Much More.
Plus this year we are giving back. Stay tuned to find out about a special charity PATP will be helping.
#yoursummerbeginshere"
Kitsap Art Presents Canvas & Cupcakes
Sunday June 30, 2-4 pm
Create a masterpiece, deliciously!
Adults and children are all invited to enjoy a fun afternoon creating a step-by-step painting while savoring delicious cupcakes provided by Monica's Waterfront Bakery and Cafe. Kitsap School of the Arts supplies all your art supplies, instruction and cupcakes!
Registrations are limited so click the above link, call or email the school ASAP to get your spot reserved!
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"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not."
~Dr. Seuss
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Here is one small way:
School's almost out and without ruining the Summer fun to be had, please look ahead to next Fall and our student neighbors in need.
That backpack that is still in decent shape but 'so last year', those outgrown school clothes and leftover supplies that won't be needed next year, are all desperately needed by many children in Kitsap.
Bring your gently used school items and clothing to us and we will get them to those students who cannot afford to buy them and want. . . no, NEED to blend in more than most any other kids out there.
We try to keep it simple so it's easy for you to donate what you no longer need. We will ask this again in August, when you are out shopping for supplies for your own kids, maybe you can afford to get an extra pencil or two for a child in need.
Each of us needs a little help now and then.
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Thank you for letting us be a part of your day, and for being a great part of ours!
~Team Bakery
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