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WE HAVE ONE DOUBLE ROOM AVAILABLE!
Experience Sicily with Monica & Mark!
Our annual Food & Wine tour goes to Sicily next year! We have 1 room left, so check out THE ITINERARY and let us know right away if you are interested in joining us September 26, 2015
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Monica & Mark Downen,
at your service
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Greetings!
It's farmer's market season! The song 'It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year' could be written about market season. I attended Poulsbo's opening day and it was a beauty! Sunshine, princesses, farmers, coffee, fermented foods, and much more, all with some great music in the background. I absolutely love seeing all the fresh food at any market. It represents hard work, love at it's finest ability, great potential, and a fine local economy.
Every time I can get to a market I will let you know when and where I am through Twitter, which will also post on our web site, and on our Facebook page. I call this "Meet Me At The Market!" and the first person to find me at any market will win a prize! Anyone who finds me is welcome to join me for a tour of the market to meet our local farmers and food producers, as well as other vendors. It's always fun and we can talk about what to do with the food you purchase there.
I really want to offer an interactive cooking class where we shop at a local market and/or farm store for whatever is in season, then go back and teach you how to cook a meal with whatever we find.
We would end the class by eating the meal together, of course! Would you be interested in a class like that? If so, please send me an email to let me know!
My only obstacle is trying to figure out transportation for 14 people back and forth between whatever markets or farms we visit, and the cafe. Carpooling seems like it may have to be the answer, since renting a bus would make the class far too expensive, and my little Mini Cooper isn't built for 14 people! I am very open to suggestions if you have any.
If you would like to know when all the markets in the area are you can find out on our web site HERE. I hope to see you at the local markets, most of them accept debit, credit and EBT cards, as well as SNAP and WIC vouchers. Check out the market booths to see if they have other perks like the frequent flyer punch card at Poulsbo. And if you ever run across something that you are curious about and have no idea how to prepare, ask the farmer! If all else fails you can always drop me and email or stop by the cafe and ask, I will help in any way I can.
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!!
Monthly Fun at Monica's:
ON THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
MONICA'S IS HAVING A COMMUNITY PARTY FOR YOU!
Where other communities have an art walk, we want to offer a different kind of event that is for YOU to have FUN, feel NOURISHED in many ways, and maybe even LEARN something if you want to!
Variety is the spice of life, so each party will be different.
It may feature local art and/or artists, local books and/or authors, local food, cooking, music, wine, beer, games,
profile community members, other businesses, or anything else that strikes our fancy!
These events are a way for us to say 'Thanks!' to you for choosing to spend your time, money and energy with us.
We will give some things away, offer perks that we think you'll enjoy, and even try some new recipes for you to test.
We'll even trade you a cookie for your donations of non-perishable food, toiletries, clothing, household items etc...
and make sure those donations get to the food bank and local homeless outreach programs.
So stop in on the Third Thursday and see what we've got cooking!
APRIL'S PARTY is all about some of our local authors and their books!
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TAXES SUCK! COOKIES DON'T!
DOUBLE your return for a SWEET tax day!
April 15th only: Buy 1 cookie to get 1 ON US!
Whether you had to pay more taxes or got a refund, this makes the whole day more, shall we say, palatable!
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Our neighbors at Kitsap Art, School of the Arts present:
Kitsap School of the Arts provides the space, all your art supplies and personalized instruction, and a great time is assured! Contact them for any of these classes, and more.
Canvas & Coffee
Friday April 20, 10am-12:30pm
Start your day creatively! Enjoy coffee and pastries while you paint with acrylic on canvas, learning from their step-by-step method. Includes all art supplies, coffee and baked goods.
Thursday April 30, 6:30-9 pm
and another on Thursday April 2, 6:30-9 pm
A super fun way to relax and 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. Additional wine and non-alcoholic beverages are available.
Canvas & Cupcakes
Sunday April 26, 2 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, of course!
All of these art events are 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
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And More Community Fun...
Boating the Kitsap Peninsula National Water Trail
April 16, 7-9 pm
Olympic Outdoor Center will host a night of exploration and an introduction to your Kitsap
Peninsula National Water Trails (KPNWT) which was recently designated by the Department of Interior as part of the National Water Trail System. John
Kuntz, originator and planner for the trail, will present a talk and slide show on its history, development, and future. The KPNWT is the only National Water Trail in Washington State and only one of 17 in the United States. This talk also includes a Water Trail Map!
It will be held at Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center, 370 Brien Dr SE
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Don't Miss Call To The Wild 2015!
Call To The Wild gala auction and dinner
Saturday, April 25, 2015, 5-9:30 pm
Kiana Lodge, 14976 Sandy Hook Road NE,
Poulsbo, WA 98370
For details go HERE
For questions, please contact Cate at (206) 855.9057 x203 or by email atcate@westsoundwildlife.org.
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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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You may be thinking "How can I help?"
Here is one small way:
Kitsap Rescue Mission has big needs this time of year. As the seasons are changing and the school year is coming to an end, you may find yourself with gently used clothing, day packs, and camping gear that you no longer want or use. Please bring them to us and we will get them to our neighbors in need.
Great donation ideas include (urgent needs are indicated by asterisks):
Groceries:
Canned Chicken or Vegetable Soup
Costco or Cash & Carry Gift Cards for purchasing fresh produce, meats, and cheeses
Cookies, Desserts
12oz. Hot/Cold Cups
9" Paper Plates
Plastic Forks and Spoons
Pudding Snack Cups and Fruit Cups
Protein bars and drinks
Bottled Water and Juices
Coffee (Regular, not Decaf)
Outreach Items:
*Backpacks* *2 or 4 Person Tents* *Sleeping Bags* *8x10 Tarps (helps keep them dry) *Men's Jeans (especially waist size 30, 32, 34, & 36 - any length) *Women's Underwear - all sizes (new, please!) Winter Coats & Jackets - Men & Women, all sizes Long-sleeved, warm shirts (flannel, knit, &/or thermal) for both men & women Sweat shirts & hoodies; sweat pants; sweaters *Warm Socks for both Men & Women *Candles (any size)*
Men's Boxer Briefs, 32-36; 36-38
Shoes & Boots - Men & Women, all sizes - winter boots, work boots, & rain boots)
Insoles & shoelaces
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Disposable Razors
Travel size toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, mouthwash, soap, hand sanitizer, etc.)
Flashlights & Batteries (all sizes)
Waterproofing spray (for tents, shoes, coats, sleeping bags, etc.)
Blankets (not electric blankets, please!)
Towels (all sizes) & washcloths
Pillows & pillowcases
They also always need on-going support for food, shelter and other monthly needs of the Mission.
If you want to take your donations yourself deliveries can be made to their office between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
The office is located at 810 6th St in Bremerton. Small donations use front door, larger donations park in back and request assistance. Thank you!
Or you can make a donation by credit card by going HERE
After all, everybody 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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