Category Archives: General Interest

The Park Online Calendar (TeamUp)

Have you ever wondered if my meeting / activity is cancelled, or what time does it start? Do you ever see a conflict in printed dates or times? The answer is on the Park Calendar (TeamUp)!  The Park Calendar is … Continue reading

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A Tip for Winter Preparation

Tip for winter shutdown of your site: Many of us use a hose “splitter” on your park water faucet. If you are heading south this winter, please remove any “splitters” before you leave. This will enable the faucet to fully … Continue reading

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Working with the Park Calendar

It’s not over until you ….. Cancel your room reservation! Committee chairs, co-chairs and event planners, take note: If you cancel your meeting or activity, remember to cancel your room reservation as well. If an unwanted reservation is not cancelled, … Continue reading

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Hannah … the story continues!

The Office has welcomed Hannah Hedgehog. She was rescued by Mike and Terry Hilty #71 and brought here for some peace. It turns out she is from the English countryside. Hedgehogs are known to roll into a tight ball when … Continue reading

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A Few Words

A Few Words Everybody contributes to our everyday enjoyment, or, lack thereof. You go to work and help contribute via product or service. You interact with family,  friends  and strangers.  Often the interaction is positive. Often not. Sometimes the most … Continue reading

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From the Writer’s Corner

There was a lot of hyperbole when it was announced that the world population had reached 8 billion people. That is a lot of little heaters on the planet.

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TVs Sutherlin Chamber of Commerce Ambassador

Tables were turned at the Friday, September 20 Social Hour. After handing out many pens to speakers over the past couple years, Sharon Elliott was presented with her own very special “magical pen” by Richard Hickethier. Sharon delivered an, as … Continue reading

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Science and Fashion. It’s in the bag.

At the request of one or two, okay a hatload of readers, this piece will be brief. I have been a long time devotee of the art of observation. And education. And conversation. And all the other tions that allow … Continue reading

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The Window Box

The fairies were asked to leave the window box in the Office. While decorating for the Autumn months, Henrietta moved back into her cozy home. Upon settling in, a new friend joined her amongst the leaves and pine cones. We … Continue reading

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Good to Know

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