Pullman Community Update
VOL. 24 | NO. 12 DECEMBER 2019
CITY OF PULLMAN | PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL | PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT | WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
SPOTLIGHT
BUSINESS MEMBER OF THE MONTH There are still a few openings available for 2020 Business Member of the Month. Please contact Kimberly at the Chamber to reserve your opportunity!
NEW MEMBERS FASTSIGNS 826 21st St Lewiston, ID (208) 798-7979 fastsigns.com/594-lewiston-id Adrian Green Mike Waite Northwestern Mutual 840 SE Bishop Blvd, Ste 201 Pullman, WA (509) 334-7411
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS Membership dues are assessed on the anniversary month of a member joining the Chamber. Special thanks go out to the following businesses and individuals who have elected to continue their support of the Pullman Chamber of Commerce: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Anytime Fitness Artisans at the Dahmen Barn Best Western Wheatland Inn Community Action Center Coug Housing (HRA) FAB Consulting Foundry Kitchen & Cocktails Marian Hood Inter-State Aviation, Inc Kiwanis Club of Pullman Mack Strong TEAM-WORKS Foundation Palouse Audubon Society Palouse Cares Palouse Land Trust Palouse Technology Services Poe Asphalt Paving Inc Presnell Gage, PLLC Safeway The Odom Corporation University Mobile Home & RV Park Washington Trust Bank Wheatland Express Whitman County Library
Red Barn Mobile Veterinary Services, PLLC • Moscow, ID • (208) 994-6228 Red Barn Mobile Veterinary Services, PLLC is a fully mobile, mixed-animal veterinary clinic. Based in the Moscow/Pullman area, they provide a traveling service that brings top-quality, professional, compassionate veterinary care to your door or ranch. They treat your animals just as they would want theirs treated, with integrity and honesty! The moveable nature of the clinic gives them the ability to conduct home, ranch and stable visits; furthermore, it allows them to perform routine diagnostics and preventive medicine in the field. They operate from their fully stocked veterinary truck that has heat, water and refrigeration to treat animals of the Palouse and surrounding areas within a 100-mile radius. Their exam generally takes one hour and is tailored to each individual animal or herd and they are able to create individual or herd health plans based on their findings while visiting your home or facility. For more information, please visit redbarnmobilevets.com, call 208-994-6228, email them at contact@redbarnmobilevets.com, or find them on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter.
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Abigail Holder Abigail Holder, daughter of Diane Cook and Larry Holder, is currently a senior at Pullman High School. Abigail is a co-founder of Pullman High School’s student-run newspaper, and she also participates in Junior State of America as the Director of Publicity and string orchestra as a first violin. Additionally, she is a recipient of both the National Merit Commended Scholar and AP Scholar with Honor awards. Outside of school, Abigail enjoys playing piano and composing her own music. Her compositions helped her earn fourth place in the Washington State Young Composers Competition. Abigail has also been heavily involved with research on campus, having volunteered at WSU’s Data Exploration Laboratory and participated in the Gerontechnology-Focused Summer Undergraduate Research (GSUR) Program. After graduation, Abigail plans to pursue a career as a researcher in the field of neuroscience and is particularly interested in studying savant syndrome and learning in the brain.
In This Issue… Pullman Chamber of Commerce 1-3 Washington State University 5
Ashley Taylor Ashley has participated in FFA, volleyball, cross country, and has lettered all four years in track. Ashley has also been involved in the Comets Track Club and has enjoyed working with Coach Mike Hinz. One of Ashley’s favorite memories of her time being a Hound is meeting all the people who have made a special impact on her life. Ashley plans to attend the University of Idaho next fall to study livestock management and animal health, along with psychology.
Pullman School District 6-7 Pullman Depot Heritage Center 10 Gladish Community & Cultural Center 11-12 Community Calendar 14-15 Kiwanis Club of Pullman 16 Whitman County Humane Society 17 City of Pullman 18-19 Pullman Regional Hospital 21-23 Spokane Falls Community Colleges 25 Community Action Center 26
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DECEMBER 2019
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
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Palouse Choral Society features voices of WSU
Kent Keller is the director of WSU’s School of the Environment and is in both the chorale and chamber choir of the Palouse Choral Society.
Singing, says Kent Keller, “is not only good for the soul but the whole body. It’s because we’re experiencing beauty, and we’re doing it together.” As humans, he says, “We’re built to do things together. And we are built to experience beauty.” Keller is the bass section leader for the Palouse Choral Society and a longtime singer. He’s also the director of and a professor in WSU’s School of the Environment. And he isn’t the only chorale member with a connection to WSU Pullman. The Palouse Choral Society has nine singers who are WSU faculty or staff members, plus another nine who are WSU alumni or retirees. That’s about a third of the group, which is celebrating its twentieth anniversary this season. Its “Peace on Earth” concert features traditional carols, twentieth-century Christmas music, and voices representing WSU. The chorale could use more. “We have a general shortage of men, and our greatest need is tenors,” says Keller, estimating men make up a quarter to a third of the society. It offers three singing groups: the chamber choir, chorale, and children’s choir. All three will perform at the holiday concert. The chorale, with about seventy singers, is biggest. About twenty chorale singers also sing in the chamber choir. Keller, who joined the WSU faculty in 1988 and became director of the School of the Environment in 2018, has been singing with the society for about a dozen years. He’s in both the chorale and chamber choir. “I like all kinds of music,” he says. “In the chorale, we sing a wide range of music—from large classical works like Handel’s ‘Messiah’ and Brahms’‘Requiem’ to short pieces and popular songs, sometimes even show tunes.” Chorale practice runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays during the school year at Pullman’s St. James Episcopal Church. The chamber choir meets an hour earlier.
The Palouse Choral Society hosts its holiday concert mid-December.
“In some ways choral music is a lot like sports,” Keller says. “It’s a good way to get the blood flowing and get moving and get together with people.” Studies show singing in a choir can benefit people’s overall well-being and mental health. Singing works the lungs and other body parts needed to project one’s voice. It’s also been found to alleviate anxiety and stress, lift spirits, reduce loneliness, and give people a sense of community and purpose. “I love to make music with others and especially enjoy small ensemble singing in the chamber choir,” says Jill Freuden (’87 Music), assistant registrar at WSU Pullman. She’s the ]soprano section leader and also leads a caroling ensemble. “I like the way that voices sound in harmony. I also enjoy meeting the variety of people that you meet in a community choir.” Palouse Choral Society serves Pullman, Moscow, Lewiston, and Clarkston. “We consider ourselves a quad-city group,”says Keller,
“Peace on Earth” Who: Palouse Choral Society When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 Where: St. Boniface Catholic Church, Uniontown Cost: General admission $20, student tickets $8, free for children ages 6 to 12 Contact: (509) 597-8917 or palousechoralsociety@gmail.com On the web: www.palousechoralsociety.org/ noting some singers come from as far away as Lamont, near Sprague. Both he and Freuden are looking forward to the holiday concert. Freuden says she hopes it “sells out and that our audience enjoys the holiday experience in the most beautiful church on the Palouse.”
WSU School of Music hosts Holiday Concert
WSU Alumni Association hosts open house WSU's Concert Choir, pictured here, will perform seasonal favorites during the WSU School of Music's annual Holiday Concert.
Celebrate the season with the WSU School of Music’s annual Holiday Concert. The family-friendly event features WSU’s Madrigal Singers and Concert Choir, conducted by Lori Wiest; Treble Choir and Tenor/Bass Choir, conducted by Christopher Nakielski; and Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Danh Pham. Expect seasonal favorites as well as a grand finale featuring all of the groups performing John Rutter’s arrangement of “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” The concert is at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, in Bryan Hall Theatre. Tickets go on sale at the door 45 minutes before start time. Prices are $15 for general admission, $10 for students and seniors, and free for children 12 and under. On the web: music.wsu.edu/.
Santa Butch and Santa Claus will pose for photos at the WSU Alumni Association’s Holiday Celebration. The free, family-friendly event runs from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3, at the Lewis Alumni Centre at WSU Pullman. Guests are asked to bring canned food for the Pullman Food Bank. The open house is coordinated by the WSU Student Alumni Ambassadors and features holiday craft-making, refreshments, and music. On the web: alumni.wsu.edu.
PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Thank you!!
The Pullman High School Booster Committee is grateful to our donors, PHS parents, Auction Committee members, and volunteers for making our 2019 PHS Booster Beach Bash a success. With the community’s support, we raised over $40,000 for student activities at Pullman High School! Gifts in Kind
Karen Johnston – Carolyn Joswig-Jones – Junior Parents - The Kramer Family – Jane LaRiviere - Learfield IMG College - MOD Fork in the Road Catering - all food, Neill’s Flowers and Pizza – Cindy Nazerali – Neill’s Flowers & Gifts - New Garden Gifts - all décor, Pullman Radio - Radio Advertising, j&h – Laurel Nickels – Noshies – The Old European - Palouse Printing, Auctioneer Brian Funke Country Candy – Palouse Discovery Science Center – Palouse Big Dog Cash Donors Ridge Golf Club – Panda Express – PHS Administration - PHS $1000 LEVEL: Mitch & MaryJo Chandler - Jonny Fisher, DDS Booster Committee – PHS FCCLA Students - PHS Golf Team – Pickard Orthodontics – Re/Max Home & Land – PHS Wood & Metal Shop Students - Pickard Orthodontics $500 LEVEL: Avista Corporation – Building Blocks Child Care – Planet 3 Extreme Air Park – Porch Light Pizza - Pullman Center, Inc. – Mike & Dede Boone – Kiwanis - Dave & Nicole Aquatic Center – Pullman Chamber of Commerce – Pullman Whitehead Education Foundation – Pullman Radio – Pullman School Board & Superintendent Maxwell – Pullman Vision Source $250 LEVEL: Design West Architects - Electrical Contractors – Rico’s Pub – Linda Rogers – Rolling Hills Eyecare – Salon Northwest - Esser, Sandberg & Boyd, PLLC – Highland Poppy - Sam’s Apothecary - Schweitzer Engineering Labs – Property Management – Hilliard’s Heating & Plumbing, Sella’s - Senior Parents - Silverwood Theme Park – Sophomore Inc. – Glenn & Kathryn Johnson – The Nazerali Family – Plateau Archaeological Investigations, LLC – Pullman Family Parents – Subway - Summit Therapy – SYG Nursery – Three Forks Bike & Brew – University Collision – Village Centre Dentistry, Dr. Jack Chiang – Pullman Radio – Rolling Hills Eyecare – State Farm Insurance, Dave Christy – The Tull Family Cinemas – Bill & Susan Weed - Wild @ Art – Windermere All Star Realty - WSECU – Wysup Cars – Zeppoz – and everyone – Washington Trust Bank who made a dessert!
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Ackerman Heating and Air – Airway Hills Golf Center - All About You Bridal & Prom – Amber’s Grooming Salon –Ampersand - B&L Bicycle – Angelo Baladez – Best Western University Inn – Birch & Barley - Black Cypress – Shane & Wendy Brenan - Justin Brown – Buffalo Wild Wings – Chris Chandler - Mitch & MaryJo Chandler - Chipman & Taylor – Clint & Fiona Cole - College Hill Coug Store - Crimson & Gray - Kathy Dahmen - Daily Grind – Cori Dantini – Sam Dial - Dutch Brothers Coffee – Evan Ellis - Etsi Bravo – Flirt - Freshmen Parents – Friends of Gladish - Healing Hands Massage Clinic – Hinrich’s Trading - Holiday Inn Express –
Auction Committee
Chairs: Amy Tull, Chris Chandler, & Jim Harbour
Tricia Benton, Brooke Cohen, Trisha Doumit, Meg Gollnick, Jenny Harder, Danielle Kallaher, Karen King, Cindy Nazerali, Shauna Patrick, Amy Rogers, Edie Talbot, and Lenore Turman
Volunteers
Trish Bechtel, Paden Carlson, Marcus Crossler, Debbie Majano, Doug & Jodi Winchell, Matt Winchell, PHS Students, WSU Students We apologize for any and all omissions. Please know that we greatly appreciate all support!
Adam McPherson named “Excellence in Education” Recipient Jefferson custodian Adam McPherson has been named recipient of the "Excellence in Education" honor from our school board! Each year, the board selects one classified employee to receive this recognition, from the many nominations received. Adam is a joy to work with and we are incredibly lucky he is part of our team! Adam was recommended for this recognition by Jefferson principal Jim Bruce. A snippet of the powerful recommendation letter: “In the shorttime that I’ve had the pleasure to supervise and get to know Adam he does an OUTSTANDING job of keeping our school clean and safe for students, staff and visitors while being “second to none” with his interpersonal skills. […] Adam’s ability to develop a positive meaningful relationship with all students, but more so with those that need that someone in their life that truly believes in them, is truly a gift.” Congratulations, Adam!
Update on 2018 WASA Special Education Audit In December of 2018 WASA (Washington Superintendents Association) performed a comprehensive audit of our special education program. The full results of our audit can be found here: https://www.pullmanschools.org/ apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=458596&type=d&pREC_ID=1162970 In 2018-2019 our special education staff agreed on which goals to focus on first. We are so proud of the progress made towards addressing goal areas! In 2019-2020 our special education staff will continue progress on a few goals from 20182019 and will target a few new goal areas. Target Goals for 2019-2020 School Year (some are a continuation from 2018-2019): • WASA Goal 1: A formal decision tree to assist teams in identifying needed support staff for individual students • 2018-2019 steps taken: Design and plan increased programming to allow for support of students through rigorous instruction.
Accomplished Goals: • WASA Goal 10: Definition of roles and responsibilities within the district office. • NEW ROLES: Director of Special Services, Assistant Director of Special Services, Coordinator for Federal + State Programs • WASA Goal 13: Right Response training • Held August 2019 for paras and teachers • WASA Goal 14: Survey paraprofessionals for professional development • Surveys were given twice by teachers on special assignment (TOSAs) and built into the professional development opportunities. This will continue in the 2019-2020 school year. • WASA Goal 16: Regularly scheduled meetings and budget authority has been completed between Director of Special Services, Director of Finance, and the Assistant Superintendent
• WASA Goal 9: Move from a compliance to instruction focus • 2018-2019 steps taken: continued compliance at the state level.
• WASA Goal 17: Expend Federal Special Education dollars • Shifts were made to add staffing costs in the federal budgets
• WASA Goal 25: Analyze performance data for students receiving special services, and identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth • 2018-2019 steps taken: Participation and growth in the team leaders collaboration and implementation of PLC work across the district.
• WASA Goal 29: Parent Resource Partnership • 3 meetings were held in 2018-2019. The group requested more meetings. The 20192020 school year will have almost monthly meetings. This group worked to identify shared topics of interest and continue to guide the topics for further growth.
• WASA Goal 26: Review, calibrate, and align special education program materials with district wide curriculums. Adoption of core curriculum at elementary.
• WASA Goal 30: Train staff to provide IEP drafts • Addressed in the SPED manual for 2019-2020 school year.
• WASA Goal 26: Implementation of increased spectrum of programming: • Developmental Learning Center Classroom at Kamiak • Intensive Learning Center Classroom at Franklin • Co-teaching model at LMS • Transition programming at PHS • 2018-2019 steps taken: • Co-teach model at LMS • Design of spectrum of programming at multiple levels • Design of master schedule at elementary schools for blocked intervention times to allow increased access to general education core curriculum.
• WASA Goal 31: Special Education transportation form • Completed in the 2018-2019 school year. This form is completed with every initial and every renewed IEP for students who present the need for specialized transportation. A sibling request form has also been created and used. • WASA Goal 32: Ensure timing of buses close to the school day • Staggered start times will be implemented for all 4 elementary schools which will provide better collaboration with transportation and less time on school buses for students. If you have any questions about our WASA Special Programs Audit or about our goals and progress, please contact Megan Itani, Director of Special Services, mitani@psd267.org
PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
DECEMBER 2019
BOARD REPORT
Career and Technical Education Program Update Nathan Roberts, Board Member
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FAQ About Winter Weather How do you decide whether or not to close school when it snows? The staff monitors or receives weather and highway information from the National Weather Service, State and local law enforcement, the City of Pullman Transit Department, and the Department of Transportation. District transportation, maintenance, and administrative staff assess the travel and snow removal conditions throughout the district between 2:00am and 5:30am. They report to the superintendent or designee with recommendations regarding the safety on transportation routes and feasibility and snow removal. A decision is made regarding school opening and communications with staff and media are initiated before 6:00am if possible. What if the District operates school but the parent decides it is unsafe for their child to go to school? The decision to operate schools is one that is made after reviewing general conditions and the District’s ability to respond to snow removal, maintain safe parking lots and sidewalks at the schools, and move buses safely on streets, roads and highways. Unique conditions at a child’s home, a parent’s individual judgment about the safety of driving conditions, and the parent’s individual judgment about his/her child’s ability to maneuver in and cope with the conditions will be honored as it is when a parent makes a judgment for other health and safety reasons to keep their child at home.
Students in our Career and Technical Education (CTE) program are doing amazing things! The CTE program in both Lincoln Middle School and Pullman High School is part of a statewide effort to encourage skills training and career focus in young people. We use CTE classes to develop skills, interests, and opportunities to propel students into a career pathway when they graduate. CTE Director Chris Franklin and our CTE staff have been hard at work these last few years introducing new programs at both Lincoln Middle School and Pullman High School in response to student interest and workforce need. We have expanded technology and media offerings at Lincoln Middle School and introduced new options at Pullman High School, based on student feedback. PHS has introduced Sports Medicine, expanded multimedia programs, and added a new Computer Science curriculum that will give students exposure to advanced technology and pre-engineering skills. Our biggest change has been in our PHS shop program. PHS has combined woods and metals, using a generous Perkins grant to invest in upgrades to our shop equipment, expanding our capabilities and helping us maintain safe facilities. In addition, the shop program is now under the direction of instructor Tim Schotzko. At a recent board meeting, Pullman High School administrators some updates from our new woods and metals instructor Tim Schotzko. Mr. Schotzko has big plans for the program! His students have spent this fall learning construction skills and helping their community by building several maintenance sheds, one for storage of equipment at Kamiak Elementary and another for the Aquatic Center. Other students are working on senior projects in the shop, including one in collaboration with Pullman Public Works for a community welding project. This Spring, Mr. Schotzko and his students plan to work explore the possibility of collaborating on a project with Mr. Doug Winchell’s multimedia students. These classes will look into remodeling an ambulance for
use as a student media truck for broadcast reporting. Mr. Schotzko has a background in teaching mathematics and is exploring potential CTE and math courses to provide core credit instruction that counts towards graduation, while also teaching valuable technical skills. In addition to math credits, we are exploring options to add construction and pre-engineering training to our CTE course offerings. I appreciate the direction our CTE program is headed. Under the direction of CTE Director Chris Franklin, our historically strong CTE program is better than ever! Mr. Franklin and his staff are providing collaborative, real world experiences that give our students an even better chance at success. I have no doubt that Mr. Schotzko will take good care of the shop program and I am excited to see the potential for growth and collaboration. Pullman School District has numerous opportunities for community members to volunteer their expertise to benefit our CTE programs. If you have experience and skills that you are interested in sharing, please let Superintendent Dr. Bob Maxwell or CTE Director Chris Franklin know! We can also benefit from your skills and experience on our CTE advisory committees or with suggestions to help us grow our CTE program with the needs of the labor market. A full description of our CTE activities can be found on the Pullman Public Schools CTE website.
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Why are some districts open and others closed? We make our decision based on available information about conditions within our district. Every district has their own unique resources and conditions (equipment, staff, topography, etc.) to cope with winter conditions. The weather conditions can vary considerably from one district to another, and even within a district with a large geographic area such as the Pullman School District. Why do you open school when some rural routes are not served by the District’s transportation? Every student’s attendance is important to us. However, there will be times when unique situations prevent some students from attending school during winter weather or other hazardous conditions. Some rural routes may be passable with a smaller vehicle when a bus cannot use a route because the turnaround is limited or the road too narrow for a bus to travel. Usually our attendance is not significantly diminished by altering our rural routes to emergency rural routes only. When would you close school early because of snow? If the weather conditions deteriorate during the school day such that the District is unable to adequately respond to snow removal, maintain reasonably safe conditions at the schools, or move busses safely on streets, roads, and highways a decision will be considered to close school early. Typically, once children are at school it is generally safer to keep them there until the end of the school day since there may not be anyone at home to receive some children. When do you cancel outdoor recess? Decisions regarding outdoor recess are made based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, temperature, wind chill, precipitation, and the ability of students to dress for the conditions. Experts agree that outdoor exercise benefits student learning and behavior, as long as the students are properly dressed for the conditions. We use a “temperature with wind chill” measure to determine if the temperature is appropriate to hold outdoor recess (other factors are also taken into account). Temperature with wind chill: • 32 degrees and above - Outdoor recess can be held • 13-31 degrees – Students can participate in outdoor recess, and should return indoors after 20-30 minutes • 12 degrees or less – Students will have indoor recess
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The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Roberta Kramer, Assistant Superintendent, Pullman School District Administrative Offices, 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163, 509.332.3144. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584.
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We are excited to introduce the newest provider to Pullman Family Medicine.
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PULLMAN DEPOT HERITAGE CENTER
DECEMBER 2019
GLADISH COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTER
DECEMBER 2019
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Community Band’s Holiday Concert set for December The Community Band of the Palouse is completing its 45th anniversary in 2019 with the annual Holiday Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, in Domey Auditorium.
Holiday Concert
"Musical selections will include holiday favorites and some musical surprises that will highlight events of 2019. Santa is expected to attend, as he had such a good time last year.
7 p.m. December 10 Domey Auditorium
Founded by Dana Cleveland in 1974, the band meets at its original location, the Little Theatre (B-20) in the Gladish Center, Tuesday nights from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The band is under the musical direction of Denise Snider, and new members are welcome!
Gladish Community and Cultural Center
“During this anniversary year we are inviting community members to become patrons of the arts and help us build our anniversary sustaining funds,” said Snider. “Any donation will help to continue the vision of our founder, and sustain this art form.” The band also will accept donations of non-perishable food items for local food banks. The Veterans Day Concert was Sunday, Nov. 10, in the Auditorium. It honored the 100th anniversary of the MaynardPrice Post 52 of the American Legion, as well as the collegiate veterans who are students at WSU. Check the Band’s website: https://palouseband.org/calendar/ and Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/PalouseBand, for the schedule of future events throughout the Palouse!! During the Dec. 10 concert, children are invited on stage to listen to a favorite holiday poem.
Gladish gains new staff member Haana Bravard has joined the staff at Gladish Community and Cultural Center as a member of the events and custodial staffs. Haana will be the general custodian for the building and serve on the events staff when needed. She was raised in Bellingham and has lived in Pullman for more than two years. Her dad, Steve, and brother, Caleb, live here. “I enjoy working with a small team of hardworking individuals,” Haana said.” It’s been fun meeting the tenants!”
Many cultural holidays are celebrated at the Montessori School of Pullman. Above are youngsters celebrating Santa Lucia Day, a festival of light from Sweden.
Gladish Community and Cultural Center Business Directory • GLADISH is great for Education… Celebrations… Performances… and Events. Contact us today. ARTS • Community Band of the Palouse, 509-334-6270 • Annette Klover, Klover Piano Studio, 509-878-1567 • Red Dog Art Room, Rhonda Skaggs, 509-339-3891 • Trisha Mallet Piano Studio 509-592-3610 • WA-ID Symphony, 208-874-4162
DANCE STUDIOS • Graham Academy, 338-4446 • Rising Stars Dance Studio (509) 432-6961
CHILD CARE AND RESOURCES • The Learning Center, 334-1234
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FITNESS/WELLNESS Aloft Yoga and Nia, aloft-yoga.com Lifespan Counseling, 206-910-7138 Palouse River Rollers Pullman Kokondo Academy 509-995-2894 Rolling Hills Derby Dames rollinghillsderbydames.com Wheat Whackers www.wheatwhackers.com
ORGANIZATIONS • Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse, 509-332-4357 • American Legion Post 52 • Apostolic Faith, 509-338-5869 • Bamboo Closet, Room 102 • Community Christian Ministry, 509-969-0351 • Eastern Washington Surf Soccer Club Palouse, 509-230-6423 • Friends of Hospice, 509-332-4414 • Good Deeds Mortgage, 509-339-7110 • Killa Skate Shop, Room 101E (Office in Rec Room)
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Mumma Insurance, 425-455-1406 jeffm@mummainsurance.com Plateau Archaeological Investigations 332-3830 Whitman County Genealogical Society Library, 332-2386 Whitman County Historical Society Archives, 334-3940 Work Source, 509-553-3496 mwood@esd.wa.gov
SCHOOLS • AC Driving School, Room 306 • Montessori School of Pullman 334-4114
Please support your community center and become a Friend of Gladish. Send a $35 (Individual), $50(Family) or $100 (Business) donation to: 115 NW State St., Suite 212A, Pullman, WA 99163 Or give online here: www.gladishcommunity.org Email us: Gladish@pullman.com
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GLADISH COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTER
DECEMBER 2019
There is a spot for your event at Gladish
The Small Theater is ready for small plays with stage lighting; recitals, choir or band practice; lectures with space for 100 guests; and medium size business meetings with a speaker; movies with our projector, screen, and surround sound; and informal social gatherings.
The View Room is perfect for meetings, conferences, presentations, weddings, receptions, banquets, dances and memorials.
The gymnasium fits weddings, receptions, large meetings, small conventions and sporting events.
This space is well suited for meetings, planning sessions, lectures, instruction, small banquets and social gatherings.
The Domey Auditorium is perfect for symphony, band, and orchestra performances, dance performances, theatrical performances, TV demonstrations, solo performances, lectures, seminars, memorial services and as a movie theater.
DECEMBER 2019
Alpine Animal Hospital
Under new ownership by Jennifer Ronngren, DVM and Ashley Nichols, DVM
Where quality, compassionate care is our top priority.
Your Full Service Dog & Cat Hospital PREVENTATIVE CARE URGENT CARE SENIOR CARE GENERAL SURGERY DENTISTRY AND DIGITAL DENTAL X-RAY ULTRASOUND DIGITAL X-RAY IN-HOUSE LABORATORY THERAPEUTIC LASER BOARDING GROOMING PUPPY AND OBEDIENCE CLASSES Ashley Nichols, D.V.M. • Jennifer Ronngren, D.V.M. Francesca Corcoran, D.V.M. • Michelle Yamashita, D.V.M. Located on the Pullman-Moscow Hwy.
509-332-6575
www.alpineanimalhospital.com • Like us on Facebook
Serving your pets’ needs on the Palouse since 1968.
Happy Holidays from our Alpine family to yours!
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• City of Pullman 338-3208 • Chamber of Commerce 334-3565 • Pullman Regional Hospital 332-2541 • Pullman School District 332-3581 • Washington State University 335-7628
Opinions are those of individual entities. Questions may be directed to:
City of Pullman Pullman Chamber of Commerce Pullman Regional Hospital Pullman School District Washington State University
The Pullman Community UPDATE is published monthly by:
• PRH, Tai chi for Health: Level 2, noon, see pg 23 • PRH, Caregivers Coffee & Support, 2 p.m., see pg 23 • Police Advisory Committee 5:30 p.m. City Hall
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• PRH, Tai chi for Health: Level 2, noon, see pg 23
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• Pullman Chamber, GML, noon, see pg 3 • PRH, Tai chi for Health: Level 1, 1 p.m., see pg 23 • Arts Commission, 4 p.m. Library • PSD, FES PTA Meeting 6:40 p.m. • PRH, Work In Progress: AA, 7 p.m., see pg 23 • City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall
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• Health-Flow BEMER, Lunch and Learn, Bikes & Brews, 11:30 a.m., healthflow.services • PRH, Tai chi for Health: Level 1, 1 p.m., see pg 23 • PRH, Work In Progress: AA, 7 p.m., see pg 23 • PSD, Jefferson PTA Meeting, 7 p.m.
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• Cemetery Committee, 9 a.m. Pioneer Center • WSU, Sip-n-Sale at Palouse Ridge, 2 – 7 p.m. • Library Board of Trustees 3 p.m., at Neill Library • WSU Employee Recognition Reception, 3:30 p.m., see pg 13 • PRH, Women’s Wellness Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., see pg 23 • PSD, Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at PHS Board Room • Parks & Rec. Comm., 6:30 p.m. City Hall • Holiday Concert, 7 p.m., Domey Theatre at Gladish, see pg 11
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• PSD, Collaboration Day, early dismissal • Lawson Gardens Committee 3:30 p.m. at Pioneer Center • PSD, Board work session, 4:30 p.m., LMS • Community Holiday Open House, 5 – 6:30 p.m., home of Kirk and Noel Schulz, pullmanchamber.com/events • PSD, PHS Booster Meeting, 7 p.m. • PRH, Board of Commissioners, 6 p.m., see pg 23
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• Pullman Chamber Holiday Party and Volunteer Appreciation, 5:30 p.m., Brelsford WSU Visitor Center • PSD, FES 3-5th grades and Jazz Choir Concert 6 p.m. • PSD, ELD Family Literacy Night, 6:30 p.m.
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• PSD, LMS Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m.
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• 1st Annual Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m., - 4 p.m., Whelan-Ewartsville Grange Hall
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• Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast and Music Fest, 7 – 11 a.m., LMS, see pg 16 • At the Depot, Open House, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., see pg 10 • WSU, Holiday Concert, 2 p.m., Kimbrough Concert Hall or Bryan Hall Theatre music. wsu.edu • Pullman Holiday Fest and Tree Lighting, 4 – 7 p.m., Pine St Plaza, see pg 24 • Guardian Angel and St. Boniface School, Wine & Brew Tasting, 6 – 10 p.m., Colton, see pg 27 • WIS, Family Christmas, 7:30 p.m., PHS Theatre
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A Christmas Carol, 13th – 15th, pullmancivictheatre.org
• PRH, Tai Chi for Health: Level 3, noon, see pg 23 • PSD, FES PTA Meeting, noon in Franklin Art Meeting
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77 Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation Gala February 2 77 WCHS Fur Ball & Yappy Hour, February 22
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A Christmas Carol, 19th – 22nd, pullmancivictheatre.org
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• PRH, Caregivers Coffee & Support, 2 p.m., see pg 23
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• PRH, Tai chi for Health: Level 2, noon, see pg 23 • PRH, Pre Op Total Joint Class, 3 p.m., see pg 23 • PRH, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Support Group, 6 p.m., see pg 23 • Board of Adjustment 7:30 p.m. City Hall
• PRH, Palouse Mental Illness & Advocacy Support Group, 1 p.m, see pg 23
A Christmas Carol, 13th – 15th, pullmancivictheatre.org
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• City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall • PRH, Work In Progress: AA, 7 p.m., see pg 23
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• JES = Jefferson Elementary School • LMS= Lincoln Middle School • PAFC= Pullman Aquatic and Fitness Center • PHS= Pullman High School • PDSC= Palouse Discovery Science Center • PRH= Pullman Regional Hospital • SES = Sunnyside Elementary School • SFCC=Spokane Falls Community College
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• PRH, Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, 12:30 p.m., see pg 23
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A Christmas Carol, 19th – 22nd, pullmancivictheatre.org
• Palouse Basin Aquifer Committee, 2 p.m. City Hall • PSD, LMS Band Concert, 7:30 p.m., LMS Gym
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• PRH, Breast Cancer Support Group of the Palouse, 6 p.m., see pg 23
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KIWANIS CLUB OF PULLMAN
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DECEMBER 2019
Come to the 61st 61sr Annual
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast & Music Fest
Saturday, December 7 • 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Lincoln Middle School
The Pullman Kiwanis invite you to the popular Pullman holiday tradition, with food, music, and a silent auction. We’re proud that 100% of the proceeds from the Annual Pancake Breakfast and Music Fest stay right here in the Pullman community for programs that support kids and families, such as: • • • •
Performing arts for local kids and the community Efforts to prevent food insecurity through the school pantries and local food banks Kiwanis youth groups: SES K-Kids, LMS Builders Club, PHS Key Club and WSU CKI Club A new community gathering area in downtown Pullman
The breakfast will feature musical entertainment by youth and adult performers, including Lincoln Middle School music groups. Tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for children ages 3-12, available from Kiwanis members, various businesses in Pullman, online at the Kiwanis website, or at the door on December 7.
We’d love to see you there!
pullmankiwanis.org
WHITMAN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
DECEMBER 2019
Pullman Community Update 17
Git Along, Little Doggie & Round Up Your Posse Howdy, Y’all! Looking for the most goldarn perfect Christmas present for your Annie Oakley or Wyatt Earp? I reckon your compadres are going to be hankering for tickets to the Fur Ball & Yappy Hour and they’re on sale now. You’ll be the bee’s knees with this gift. But don’t squat on your spurs! Time’s a-wastin’ and it would be a Calamity, Jane, if you missed the jollification of this event. Get Your Tickets Now, Miss Kitty
Star Pets
Pet Pictures with Santa!
Looking for Long Walks and Companionship? Riku, a 5-year old medium sized Siberian Husky/German Shepherd mix, is extremely smart, an absolute love bug, and likes other dogs. His ideal family would give him lots of exercise and cuddle on the couch watching movies at night. He does have signs of kennel stress and separation anxiety that are is being managed with medication. He’ll need to keep taking medication until a regular routine is established. Riku's adoption fee was donated by his previous owners, so there is no fee associated with his adoption. He will be vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, neutered, and cleared by a vet before going home.
CONTACT
SHELTER 1340 SE Old Moscow Road, Pullman • shelter@whitmanpets.org Shelter hours: Open: 1-6 PM Monday-Saturday.
SANTA is COMING! Support the shelter and bring your pet for Pet Pics with Santa. All you Elves, mark your calendars! Your pet will sit with Santa for photos in exchange for a suggested donation of $10. • Dec. 8, 11 – 2, at the Residence Inn by Marriott • Dec. 14, 11 – 2, Pets Are People Too POOCH PARK at Pullman • (509) 416-6181 poochpark@whitmanpets.org • Open dawn to dusk daily
WCHS PRESIDENT Kym Darling www.whitmanpets.org • Phone 332-3422
CITY OF PULLMAN
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DECEMBER 2019
Snow and Ice Control For online access to the complete snow and ice control program, go to PullmanAware.com. For questions regarding snow and ice control or other street-related issues, please contact the city Maintenance and Operations Division at (509) 338-3242. The objective of the City's Snow and Ice control program is to provide adequate traction for vehicles properly equipped for winter driving conditions. Priority is given to streets that carry the largest traffic volume and access to life-sustaining essential services (e.g. Pullman Regional Hospital). Limited resources preclude service on lower priority streets until higher priority streets have been completed. It can be expected that during storms of high intensity or long duration, drivers on lower priority streets will encounter snow-packed or icy conditions. Snow and ice control operations will continue until all streets have clear pavement, or plowing and sanding aggregate/salting is no longer effective.
Primary Streets Street From
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Bishop Boulevard Center Street Crestview Street Davis Way Derby Street Fairmount Road Grand Avenue Hall Drive Harvest Drive Kamiaken Street Klemgard Avenue Larry Street Main Street Merman Drive Olsen Street Paradise Street Rocky Way Spring Street Stadium Way Extension Terre View Drive Valley Road Old Wawawai Road Turner Drive Johnson Road Pro Mall Boulevard South Street B Street Stadium Way
Main Street End Carolstar Drive West City Limits Professional Mall Boulevard Bishop Boulevard South City Limits Larry Street Carolstar Drive / Crestview Street Olsen Street End Ventura Drive Highway 270 Milepost 4 Valley Road Kamiaken Street Main Street South Street Crestview Street Ritchie Street Airport Road Orchard Drive West City Limits Dillon Street Bishop Boulevard Derby Street Spring Street Colorado Street Orchard Drive
Grand Avenue Grand Avenue Sunnyside Drive Grand Avenue Spring Street Grand Avenue North City Limits Stadium Way Extension Fairmount Road Whitman Street Bishop Boulevard Grand Avenue Old Wawawai Road Westwood Drive Grand Avenue Grand Avenue Grand Avenue Main Street Grand Avenue Prairie View Drive Stadium Way Davis Way Grand Avenue South City Limits Bishop Boulevard Rocky Way Stadium Way Grand Avenue
College Hill Core Parking Restrictions during WSU Breaks Each winter, the narrow roadways and on-street parking in the College Hill core area (which includes the area south of Stadium Way, east of Grand Avenue, north of Maiden Lane/Oak Street, and west of WSU campus) add to the already difficult job of city of Pullman Maintenance & Operations staff who work to complete seasonal maintenance tasks. As snow, ice, and debris build up, it becomes increasingly difficult to clear narrow roadways, often resulting in streets reduced to a single lane of travel. In some cases, roadways become impassible, restricting access for residents, visitors, and emergency vehicles. These challenges are compounded by the high volume of vehicles present while WSU is in session. To improve city snow, gravel, and leaf removal, parking is restricted in portions of the College Hill core area during WSU fall, winter, and spring breaks. Vehicles found parked on the following streets between the hours of 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. during WSU breaks can be cited and towed: • NE Colorado Street from NE D Street to NE Opal Street • NE Campus Street from NE Opal Street to NE B Street • NE B Street from NE Colorado Street to NE California Street • NE California Street from NE B Street to NE Ruby Street • NE Maiden Lane from NE Whitman Street to NE Opal Street • NE D Street from NE Colorado Street to NE Alpha Road • NE C Street from NE Colorado Street to NE Alpha Road • NE A Street from NE Colorado Street to California Street • Maple Street from Campus to NE Colorado Street • NE Linden Street from NE B Street to NE Monroe Street WSU Breaks • Fall: Nov. 25-29 • Winter: Dec. 16-Jan. 10 • Spring: March 16-20 WSU Transportation Services is providing alternate parking options for those who may be impacted by these restrictions. During the identified WSU breaks, parking will be available in the signed portion (SE corner) of the gravel BLUE 1 lot across from the South Fairway Intermural Fields. Those who intend to leave a vehicle in this area over the break are asked to notify WSU Transportation Services by sending their name, WSU ID number, license plate number and state, make and color of vehicle, and personal contact information to transportation@ wsu.edu. A permit will not be required during this period. Maps of impacted streets and the alternate parking lot are located online at http://bit.ly/2A1eyul.
PARKS & RECREATION Winter/Spring Brochure
questions and more! This free class for youth ages 10-14 will be led by Palouse Teen Council & Chelsea Jacobs (ATVP) on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 1-3 p.m. Registration required. FREE!
The Pullman Parks & Recreation Winter/Spring brochure will be available the week of Dec. 9 and registration begins Dec.18. Don’t forget you can register for your favorite activities or make a facility reservation Open Gym for Youth and Families anytime of the day that is convenient for you online at Sunnyside Gym will be open Jan. 2 & 3 from www.pullmanparksandrec.com. 1-5 p.m. for youth and families to burn off some of that holiday energy. Participants must carry clean Skyhawks® Sports: Winter Break tennis shoes into the gym. Families are encouraged Basketball Camp to attend and children age eight and under must be Gear up for the upcoming basketball season! accompanied by an adult. Basketballs will be provided. Skyhawks® Sports basketball breaks down this Gym will be supervised by Parks & Recreation staff. exhilarating sport into fundamental skills that all Winter Youth Basketball Grades 2-5 athletes, no matter their skill level, need to succeed. Coaches will lead the athletes through game-speed Girls and boys in grades 2-5 will learn the skills of drills and exercises focusing on ball handling, passing, dribbling, shooting, lay-ins, offensive and defensive shooting, defense, and rebounding. Youth ages 6-12 are skills and play organized games. Players will learn welcome to register for this camp that takes place Dec. the rules of the game, while working on team play 30-31, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. *Fee: $69. and positive sportsmanship. Practices begin the week PSD Collaboration Day: Relationships 101 of Jan. 20. Girls’ teams will practice MW and boys’ teams practice TuTh. Games are Saturday mornings at Explore teen friendships and relationships in this Sunnyside Elementary or Lincoln Middle School gym. interactive seminar, led by trained local teens. What Register online at www.pullmanparksandrec.com or does being a good friend mean? How can I be a great call (509) 338-3227. *Fee: $45. friend, even when it isn’t easy? How do you have tough *All registrants who live outside Pullman city limits conversations? Come join us to find answers to these will be charged an additional $2.
Don’t miss PAFC December 20% off sale Family fitness is always fun. But it’s so much better on sale. PAFC Annual Membership Prices: Ages Daily
Monthly Annual Dec. 20% off sale
4-17 $ 3.75 $22
$110
$ 88
18-59 $ 5.00 $32
$160
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60+ $ 3.75 $22
$110
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Family $13.75 $86
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$344
Members of other clubs or non-profit organizations with 6 or more individuals: $3 per person/per visit. Must present proof of club membership to qualify. Fitness Room & Information Desk Hours of Operation* • Monday-Friday • 5 a.m.-9 p.m. • Saturday • 9 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sunday • 2-6 p.m.
*Closures: Pools close at noon on Saturdays, Dec. 7 and 14 and Tuesday, Dec. 17 for swim meets. PAFC closed Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 24-25 and closes at 3 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 31. Pullman Aquatic & Fitness Center 500 NW Larry St. (509) 338-3290 • PullmanParksandRec.com
CITY OF PULLMAN
DECEMBER 2019
Pullman Community Update 19
Explore, Discover and Connect @ Your Library! Get your library card today! Learn to speak pirate, try new cookie recipes, or rekindle your passion.
Youth Library Programs Pre-registration is not required for any of our weekly youth service programs. Enjoy language enrichment featuring songs, rhymes, movement activities, and great books. For more information about these free early literacy library programs, contact Youth Services Librarian Kathleen Ahern at kathleen@neill-lib. org or (509) 338-3258 or Library Technician Rachael Ritter at rachael.ritter@neill-lib.org or (509) 3383175. • Family Story Time (newborn-6 years) meets every Tuesday from 6-6:30 p.m. Free nutritious snacks provided for children after the story time. • Mother Goose Time (newborn-24 months) Wednesdays OR Thursdays from 9:30-10 a.m. • Time for Two’s Story Time (2-3 years) every Wednesday from 10:30-11 a.m. Preschool Story Time (3-5 years) Every Thursday from 10:30-11 a.m.
Adult Library Programs • Brown Bag Lunch Pullman League of Women Voters and Neill Public Library host the LWV’s monthly brown bag lunch series on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from noon-1 p.m. in the library’s Hecht meeting room. Bring your own lunch and learn about the City Council election results.
meeting room. Join other adults to practice your English language skills through basic conversation. Contact Louise Davison (208) 310-0962 or lmdavison66@gmail.com for more information.
Directory of City Officials Elected Officials
• Grand Avenue Book Club meets Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hecht meeting room to discuss Stay With Me by Ayobami Adebayo. For more information, contact Rezina Emmons at (509) 334-3595.
Glenn A. Johnson...........Mayor
• The Good Yarns Knitting and Crocheting Group meets every Friday from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Hecht meeting room. For more information, contact the library at (509) 334-3595.
Al Sorensen....................Councilmember
• The Sew Happy Hand & Machine Sewing Club meets every Tuesday from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Hecht meeting room. For more information, contact the library at (509) 334-3595.
C. Brandon Chapman....Councilmember Eileen Macoll.................Councilmember Ann Parks.......................Councilmember Dan Records...................Councilmember Nathan Weller................Councilmember Pat Wright......................Councilmember
Administration Adam Lincoln.................City Administrator Joanna Bailey.................Library Services Dir. Wayne Brannock............IS Manager Kurt Dahmen.................Recreation Mgr.
Holiday Closures
Alan Davis......................Parks Manager
Neill Public Library will be closed Tuesday through Thursday, Dec. 24-26 for the winter holiday. Please visit us at www.neill-lib.org to access our online resources. The library will reopen at noon on Friday, Dec. 27.
Pete Dickinson...............Planning Director
Library Hours Monday to Thursday • 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday & Saturday • noon-6 p.m. Neill Public Library • 210 N Grand Ave www.neill-lib.org • (509) 334-3595
• English Conversation Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Hecht
Kevin Gardes..................Public Works Dir. Mike Heston...................Fire Chief Jennifer Hackman..........Econ. Development Mgr. Mike Urban........................... Finance & Admin. Svcs. Dir. Gary Jenkins...................Chief of Police Laura McAloon...............City Attorney Karen Sires.....................Human Res. Mgr.
Phone: (509) 338-3208 • Fax: (509) 334-2751 Police Nonemergency Services: (509) 334-0802 Web address: www.pullman-wa.gov
Snow Removal While snow removal is probably not a favorite pastime, it is a necessary task that your Police Department has recently been assigned to enforce. Pullman City Code chapter 11.42, requires property owners to remove snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their properties. It is unlawful to permit any accumulation of snow or ice on a public sidewalk adjacent to your property. Snow or ice must be removed within eight hours of daylight after such snow or ice has fallen or accumulated on the sidewalk. The code further states that if you are unable to remove the accumulation without injuring the pavement you should apply a substance on the sidewalk that will provide traction. The same time limit applies for applying this traction substance. As soon as weather permits the owner should thoroughly clean the area. As an incentive to keep the sidewalks clear of snow and ice, the City code provides for civil penalties that include a maximum fine of $500 for each violation, and each day that the violation continues is considered a separate offense. Here are some tips to keep sidewalks clear and to help the city to plow streets: Get snow shovels or a snow blower before you need them. Choose your deicer or ice melt and follow the instructions. Many types are more effective if put down on bare pavement or cement. “Tube Sand”, which is a fine gravel, is a good substance to provide traction in slick conditions. Snow is more easily removed if it has not been walked on all day. If snow is predicted for the evening, plan to get up early to clear the sidewalks before the snow or ice is compacted. Make arrangements for clearing your sidewalk if you are going to be out of town. Consider a neighbor or a local service that can keep your sidewalk clear if you’re out of town. This includes the times when WSU in on break or if you are a snowbird. Remember to bring in your recycling and trash containers. They can be put out 24 hours before pickup and must be removed no more than 24 hours after pickup. Don’t put the snow in the street where it obstructs or hinders the use of the street. Try to keep your driveway clear so you can park your vehicles off the street. Public Works announces snow plowing schedules and issues on the City Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CityOfPullman/. At times of large snow accumulations, the plows need to store the snow along the curb. If you leave a vehicle parked in the street it may get plowed in or prevent efficient street plowing. Remember that vehicles cannot be left on the street for more than 96 hours without moving or they may be impounded. This includes times when WSU is on break.
Shine your lights safely Candles are responsible for an average of 9,300 home fires annually, resulting in 90 deaths, 830 civilian injuries, and causing $374 million in property damage. Pullman Deputy Fire Marshal Tony Nuttman said, “Taking a few minutes to ensure proper candle safety in your home could possibly save you and your loved ones.” Keep candles away from anything that can ignite. Candles should be kept at least a foot from combustibles such as curtains, bedding, carpet, paper products, Christmas trees, other combustible decorations, etc. Always use sturdy non-combustible containers for candleholders. Use candleholders that won't tip over easily, are made of glass, metal, or ceramic and are large enough to collect all the dripping wax. Remain in the same room as the candles; never leave them unattended. Unattended candles are the leading cause of home fires. Place candles out of reach of children and pets, on a sturdy and uncluttered surface. Children tend to be fascinated with fire and do not see the danger. Matches or lighters should not be within the reach of children. Don't place the candles on windowsills or near drafts. Curtains are very flammable and could ignite easily. Always make sure the candles are out before leaving the room or going to bed. Consciously check the house. It only takes one time for disaster to strike if you forget. Keep candles or open flames away from flammable or combustible liquids or vapor. Make sure you have working smoke detectors in your home. It is recommended you have a smoke detector on every level of the home, in the immediate area outside of the sleeping rooms, and in every bedroom.
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PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL
DECEMBER 2019
THE POWER TO EMPOWER Women’s Leadership Guild Awards Grant Funding to Eight Non-Profits
Terry Gawlik (center), University of Idaho Director of Athletics, spoke at the annual Women’s Leadership Guild Grant Award Celebration where eight regional non-profits received grant award funding.
Now in its fifth year of making grant awards, to-date, the Women’s Leadership Guild has raised and gifted more than $140,000 to support women’s and children’s health and wellness and Pullman Regional Hospital’s highest needs. Today, the guild continues to recruit members who want to make a meaningful difference through the power of philanthropy and empower women and children in our region. Members voted to award eight $2,000 grants for the 2019-20 grant cycle: 1. Albion Food Pantry—supplementing food to those in need in the community of Albion, providing popcorn at community events and offering cooking classes. 2. Jefferson Elementary School Outdoor Learning Lab and Garden—creating farm-to-school activities which enhance classroom education through hands-on learning related to food, health, nutrition and agriculture. 3. Northwest Cancer Foundation of Hope—directly assisting cancer patients with grants and assistance to help enrich and enhance the lives of those in active cancer treatment. 4. Palouse Habitat for Humanity—supplying aluminum ramp components to build 2-5 ramps to assist mobility challenged participants with home access. 5. Palouse School Food Pantry—offering nutritious snacks, weekend meals and nutrition education for children whose families indicated there was a need. 6. Pullman Child Welfare and Pullman Food Bank—supporting coats for kids, school shoe voucher program, sharing trees, holiday dinner, Thanksgiving dinner, holiday toy drive for children, baby layette program, juvenile services, child protective services and clothing at schools for needs and requests. 7. Pullman Schools Pantry Program—funding to supplement the food available for Pullman School District children and their siblings during weekends and long school breaks with backpacks distributed with age appropriate food choices. 8. Whitman County Friends of CASA—Supporting volunteers’ continuing education, family visitation activities and family meals at local restaurants for children with a Court Appointed Special Advocate. “We are a guild of women ‘givers’ who want to empower others,” said guild Chair, Angie Feuerstein. This is an extraordinary experience, leveraging our capacity and being part of something truly meaningful.” Learn more about the Women’s Leadership Guild: www. pullmanregional.org/wlg.
Purchase Holiday Tree Raffle Tickets at Pullman Regional Hospital Pullman Regional Hospital’s Auxiliary is holding its annual holiday tree raffle through December 7th. Raffle tickets are just $1 each and can be purchased at Pullman Regional Hospital’s gift shop, the hospital’s anniversary party, or at the Auxiliary Tea. All proceeds support patient comfort care at the hospital. To date, the Auxiliary has donated over $594,000 in 50 years of service to the community.
PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL
DECEMBER 2019
Pullman Community Update 21
Partnership brings full-time oncology services to the Palouse
Palouse Specialty Physicians, a regional partnership between Gritman Medical Center, Pullman Regional Hospital, and Whitman Hospital & Medical Center, held an open house for the newly established Palouse Oncology & Hematology clinic in partnership with Cancer Care Northwest. Pictured left to right: Scott Adams, CEO of Pullman Regional Hospital; Dr. Srijana Rai, Oncologist; Kara Besst, CEO of Gritman Medical Center; and Jennifer Heimbigner, CEO of Cancer Care NW in Spokane.
Tours of the clinic, which is located on the second floor of Gritman’s Medical Building in Moscow, were provided to guests at the open house. Pictured is Dr. Rai’s nurse Sherry Caisley.
Patients receive chemotherapy with a view of the Palouse.
Lights come on at Pullman hospital This article ran in the Moscow-Pullman Daily News on December 4, 2004 By Michelle Dupler, staff writer
15 years of care on Bishop Boulevard Fifteen years ago this month, Pullman Regional Hospital opened its doors on Bishop Boulevard ushering in the Next Era of Excellence. Since that time, Pullman Regional Hospital has continued developing this era by meeting the demand for physicians, specialty medicine, outpatient, and surgical services here on the Palouse. • A fourth operating room was added in 2016 and an expanded Same Day Services building was built in 2018.
It took a few minutes, but the lights came on at the new Pullman Regional Hospital on Bishop Boulevard. A dedication ceremony took place in front of the 95,000-square-foot, $28.5 million facility Friday, culminating with the lighting of the building by the hospital's board of commissioners. Or so it was planned, but when the board members plugged in the electrical cord to operate the lights, nothing happened. Eventually, the lights came on one by one. A crowd of about 500 people braved the cold weather to attend the ceremony and were rewarded with cups of hot cider and free commemorative compact discs of holiday music. Before the lighting ceremony, attendees were entertained by the Jefferson Elementary School Jaguar Jazz Choir performing holiday songs. Following the performance, the crowd was guided into a heated tent in the hospital parking lot for speeches by Pullman City Councilwoman Sue Hinz, Washington State University President V. Lane Rawlins and hospital administrator Scott Adams. Hinz spoke in place of Pullman Mayor Glenn Johnson, who was called out of town on family business. She expressed pride in the hospital and in the Pullman community for voting in favor of its construction. "It is a facility our region needs and we're thrilled to have it in Pullman," Hinz said. Rawlins opened his speech with one of Johnson's trademark phrases. "On behalf of Glenn Johnson, I'd like to say this is another Pullman first down," he said.
Rawlins went on to speak about the benefits the hospital will provide for WSU and the community. "This hospital will help us in treating our faculty, students and athletes and help us recruit world class people to live and work in Pullman," he said. Adams spoke about light as a symbol for progress and exploration. "Tonight, we introduce a new light to our community," Adams said. "Pullman Regional Hospital stands poised to raise the level of quality health care in our community." The lighting ceremony was followed by the unveiling of a plaque by board President Hal Kerr. Kerr spoke of his pride in the new building, calling it a "sparkling new hospital" and a "magnificent structure." He also offered praise for the Pullman community. "We are a personification of community in the best sense of the word," he said. The public will be able to tour the new hospital this weekend during open houses scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. The hospital will officially open its doors to patients the morning of Dec. 16. The old Pullman Memorial Hospital on the WSU campus will continue to operate for part of the day while patients are moved to the new facility. The emergency department at PMH will remain open in the morning and EMS providers will be notified when it closes so they can begin to transport patients to the emergency department in the new facility. Elective surgery hours will be reduced at PMH and expanded at Pullman Regional so patients can have the benefit of the new hospital's technologically advanced operating rooms
• We partnered with Gritman Medical Center and Whitman Hospital and Medical Center to create Palouse Specialty Physicians which keeps specialty care accessible locally: oncology, urology, ENT, neurology, audiology, and general surgery. • Pullman Regional Hospital Clinic Network provides continuing access to primary care with Pullman Family Medicine, Palouse Pediatrics, Palouse Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, Palouse Heart Center and Palouse Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine. • The Orthopedic Center of Excellence provides orthopedic same day and inpatient surgical services and is staffed by Dr. Ed Tingstad and Dr. Kyle Hazelwood. We can look forward to an expanded center to accommodate continuing growth in 2020. • We have partnered with Washington State University to develop a proposed Family Medicine physician residency program in Pullman and we are the official hospital of Washington State Athletics. We look forward to The Next Era of Excellence providing award winning healthcare to patients on the Palouse. Learn more about your non-profit, community hospital at www. pullmanregional.org.
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DECEMBER 2019
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Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation Welcomes Four New Board Members
Karlene Beaumont
Rock Christeson
Adrian Green
Four community leaders—Karlene Beaumont, Rock Christeson, Adrian Green, and Ray Wallace—have joined the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation Board as Directors. “We are so grateful to have these community leaders join Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation’s Board of Directors,” said Foundation Board President, Pat Wright. “Each brings a unique set of skills, experience and passion that will enrich our fundraising efforts. I appreciate their commitment to Pullman Regional Hospital, and I am looking forward to working with them.” Karlene Beaumont recently retired from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories; prior to SEL, she served at the Director of University Events at Washington State University. Currently she serves on the Pullman 2040 Leadership Training committee as well as the Town-Gown Collaborative. She is a board member for the Pullman Regional Hospital Women’s Leadership Guild and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Pullman.
Ray Wallace
between Swire Coca-Cola and Pullman Regional Hospital’s Regional High School Athletic Training Program. Adrian Green is a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in Pullman. Adrian was raised in Palouse, WA and recently began a partnership with Mike Waite. Since joining the board in September, Adrian has been actively involved with the Regional High School Athletic Training Program Guild. Ray Wallace is a mortgage lender with Homebridge Financial in Pullman. The Wallace family has been a staple at the Moscow Farmer’s Market the past few years, operating Buy the Dozen Donuts. Ray is serving on the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation’s 14th Annual Gala Planning Committee. The Foundation Board of volunteers provides governance through oversight of philanthropic funds received by Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation. Board members are engaged in activities that raise or manage funds for key priorities of the Foundation and Pullman Regional Hospital.
Rock Christeson is the Sales Center Manager for Swire Coca-Cola in Lewiston, ID, where he oversees the Learn More: https://pullmanregional.org/how-todistribution operations and market strategy. Rock was a key help/foundation/foundation-board partner in helping establish the All Caps, All Kids program
December | Health Education Calendar 2nd, 9th, 16th Tai chi for Health: Level 2, Generosity Inspires Program, Mondays, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Preston, OT 2nd, 16th Caregivers Coffee & Support, Open group, 1st & 3rd Monday, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, Whitman County Library, Melissa; (509) 332-0365 3rd, 10th, 17th Tai chi for Health: Level 1, Registration Required, Tuesdays, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Preston, OT 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Work In Progress: AA, Tuesdays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Conf. Rm “C”, Jonathan; (360) 628-0097 or Matt; (360) 380-7078 4th Board of Commissioners, 1st Wed., 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm, PRH Conf. Rms “C/D”, Erin 6th, 13th Tai Chi for Health: Level 3, Register Parks n Rec, Fridays, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Pullman Parks n’Rec, Frances Davies, OT 7th, 14th, 21st Healthy Steps Together, Filled, Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm, Conf. Rm. C, (509) 336-7543; https:// pullmanregional.org/patient-care/services/nutritiontherapy/healthy-steps-together-program 9th, 23rd Caregivers Coffee & Support, Open group, 2nd & 4th Mondays, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Regency Senior Living Center, Melissa; (509)-332-0365 11th Women’s Wellness Wednesdays: Melissa Francik, Optimizing My Ferrari: Reclaiming Health & Vitality & Fueling it, Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Bikes & Brews Bistro, Pullman, WA, Noel; (509) 336-7404 13th Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, 2nd Friday, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, Hill Ray Plaza Rm 309, WHMC, Colfax, Annie Pillers; (509) 332-4414
15th Palouse Mental Illness & Advocacy Support Group, 2nd Sunday, 1:00 pm - 4:00pm, Conf. Rm “A”, Zoe Cooley; (208) 835-3071 and Lorraine Cline; (509) 758-0284 16th Pre Op Total Joint Class, Open to the public, 3rd Monday, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Conf. Rms. “C/D”, Maile Kellar, PTA, Orthopedic Care Coordinator 16th Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Support Group, 4th Monday, Holiday Schedule, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Conf Rm. D, Palouse.TBI.; Network@gmail.com 18th Breast Cancer Support Group of the Palouse, 3rd Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Conf. Rm. C, Cathy Murphy, MS RN 20th Monthly Drop-In Grief Support, No pre-registration Required, 3rd Friday, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, Bishop Place Independent Living Apartments 3rd Floor Library, Annie Pillers; (509) 332-4414 Caregivers Coffee & Support, Not Meeting this Month, Malden Library, Melissa; (509) 332-0365 Lupus Fibro Support Group, Not Meeting this Month, Conf. Rm “A”, Noel Nicolai, PhD. Autism Spectrum Disorder on the Palouse Support Group, Not Meeting this Month, Frances Preston, OT & Betsy Wilson, MA,CCC-SLP Palouse Parkinsons Support Group, Not Meeting this Month, Good Samaritan Village, Phyllis V; dpvet@turbonet.com WLG, not meeting this month; wlg@pullmanregional.org WSU Neuropsychology & Aging Laboratory, Seeking participants 50+ to assist with research. Promoting Independent functioning at home, reducing caregiver burden. Projects approved by IRB, for Info (509) 335-4033
6th INBC Blood Drives, 1st Friday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Pullman Regional Hospital, www.inbcsaves.org 2nd, 16th Breast Feeding Support, every other week, Mondays, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, PRH Conf. Rms., BirthPlace 2nd, 9th, 16th Childbirth 101, New Session starts, Mondays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Conf. Rms “A/B”, BirthPlace 9th Prenatal Breast Feeding Class, $15 Registration Fee, every other Monday, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm, PRH Conf. Rms., BirthPlace 14th Weekend Childbirth, Must Register/Fee, Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Conf. Rms. “A/B”, BirthPlace 24th Perinatal Loss Support, New Group 4th Tuesday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, TBA, Dianne Lowe, TSSF; (509) 592-0349 Dates & Times During holidays determined on site to site basis SAIL – Colton, Mondays, Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Colton Gun Club SAIL – Pullman, Mondays, Wednesdays, 10:45 am - 11:45 am, Regency Senior Living SAIL- Pullman, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10:45 pm - 11:45 pm, Ridge Point Senior Living SAIL- Colfax, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm, Whitman County Library SAIL - Palouse, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm, Palouse High School, Palouse Summit Therapy; (509) 332-5106
for more information, visit www.pullmanregional.org/calendar
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DECEMBER 2019
Pullman Community Update 25
SFCC Pullman Campus Expands Science and Mathematics Program SFCC Pullman has significantly expanded its STEM offerings in the current school year. Responding to student needs and community feedback as well as in fulfillment of our mandate for equitable access to high-quality STEM education, we have almost doubled our science and course offerings. A real highlight is the addition of a biology course with lab taught by longtime faculty member and botanist Linda Cook, PhD. Also, two sections of physical and earth sciences lab courses are now offered each quarter. Complementing this growth, we have increased the number of Pullman sections of developmental math sections throughout the year and added college statistics, precalculus and calculus sections for STEM and Business majors to our winter and spring program.
the first direct detection of gravitational waves in 2015, and our continued work afterward (this is also detailed in my master's thesis). Additionally, I am an author on a number of the gravitational wave event discovery papers, including the papers for the initial 2015 detection (GW150914), and the 2017 binary neutron star observation (GW170817). How can a teacher leave a lasting impression in the minds of students, even those in multiple career paths? My own father was an elementary school teacher, and in topics like chemistry, for example, he would conduct demonstrations— often interactive—for his students that would show them the possibilities of science in real and concrete ways. Speaking to one of his students— an artist—as an adult, she still remembered how he could mix two clear liquids together, and then, surprisingly, get something opaque as a result. I believe the more we can make these topics "real" for students, the more we can create a lasting appreciation for science.
New Pullman faculty member Bernard Hall is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Washington State University, and he offered his perspective on teaching and research in his field: What do you love about teaching? Teaching allows me to share with others just what an amazing universe we live in, full of beauty and elegance that I hope can excite and inspire others, no matter what their field of study. What can students look forward to in your classes? I intend to share with students my own experience in research, as well as show them why physics is exciting and relevant to all of us through practical demonstrations and hands-on participation. What development in your field of practice and expertise excites you? The direct detection of gravitational waves by the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC) in 2015 ushered in a new era of gravitational
wave astronomy and confirmed another of the predictions of General Relativity. Since then, there have been observations, not only of a number of inspiraling binary black hole systems, but also, in 2017, of such a system composed of neutron stars. Most recently, LIGO has hinted at the possibility of the first observation of a black hole - neutron star system. Do you have any recent or upcoming publications, presentations or speaking engagements related to your SFCC teaching? From my master's research, I have a publication in progress that will discuss the contribution made by myself and the Washington State University Relativity Group to the mission of the LSC around the time of
Celebrating
Community Colleges of Spokane is celebrating twenty years of transforming lives at its Pullman campus. Located on the WSU campus, SFCC Pullman provides universal access to college for new and transfer students as well as to Palouse area high school students. Registration for winter quarter is currently open:
20
Years on the Palouse
• Full- and part-time, on-the-ground and online pathways to Associate degrees • Sophomore- and junior-year university transfer • Running Start for WA high school juniors and seniors • GED and High School completion • Adult Basic Education
How can we show students of various fields of study that physics is relevant to them? Since physics is a study of the natural world around us, we all benefit in one way or another, whether we realize it or not. For example, without wave and vibrational mechanics, the musical instruments we all love would not be able to make their sounds. I think identifying the areas where particular students do have an interest, and then showing them how physics is at work in those areas, is very important to reaching these diverse audiences. Join our newsletter, pullman@sfcc.spokane. edu and learn more about SFCC Pullman faculty, students and programs.
Winter Calendar • Dec 11 Final Day of Fall Quarter ‘19 • Jan 6 First Day of Winter Quarter ‘20 • Jan-Mar Adult Basic Ed, GED/HS Completion drop-in every M-Th, 8-noon • Jan-Mar Placement Testing, (most) Tu-F, 1:30pm • Feb 7 Spring Priority Financial Aid Deadline • Feb 18 Registration opens for Spring Quarter ‘20 • Feb 28 CCS Student Scholarship Applications Deadline • Mar 25 Final Day of Winter Quarter ‘20 • Apr 6 First day of Spring Quarter ‘20
Mailing address: SFCC-Pullman PO Box 642451, Pullman WA, 99164-2451 Physical address is at 185 Veterans Way, Pullman WA, 99164, the building just to the east of Daggy Hall on WSU’s campus. Pullman@SFCC.Spokane.edu • 509-332-2706 • Pullman.sfcc.spokane.edu
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COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER
DECEMBER 2019
The Food & Shelter Folks
Free Holiday Meats for Pullman and Albion Residents We will be giving out free holiday meats on December 18th and 19th at Community Action Center for people living in Pullman and Albion. If you live in a different town in Whitman County, you can contact city hall in your town to find out when you can pick up holiday meats. Special thanks to Mike Leach and Sacred Heart Church for donations to make Thanksgiving meals for our patrons possible.
Calling Senior Citizens! Seniors who are 60 years old or older, are considered low income, and live in Whitman County, you may qualify for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)! The CSFP works to improve the health of low-income elderly persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods. These food packages do not affect SNAP or use of the food bank. We are happy to announce an increase in the number of seniors we can serve with the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (it was 6 and will be 21 in November). For Whitman County residents, contact Community Action Center (CAC) at 509-334-9147 and ask for Cheryl for an application or if you have any questions.
Basic Food
Community Food Holiday Hours: The Food Bank will be closed on November 28 and December 23, 2019 – January 1, 2020 while Community Action Center is closed.
General Food Bank Needs
Holiday Food Needs • Stuffing • Pie shells and fixings • Sugar • Flour • Butter • Whipping Cream • Meats • Yams/ Sweet Potatoes
• Meats (canned, frozen, fresh) • Boxed Meals • Pasta • Tomato Sauce • Canned Fruit • Hygiene items (shampoo, soap, tooth brush, toothpaste, razors, toilet paper, etc.) • Laundry Soap
You can bring donations to 350 SE Fairmont Road in Pullman weekdays from 8:00-4:00 (closed for lunch 12:00-1:00). The Basic Food Program helps supplement Washington residents’ diets with healthy and nutritious food. Eligible households receive an Electronic Benefits Card (EBT) to purchase food items at participating businesses each month. Community Action Center offers assistance with the application for SNAP benefits and recertification of benefits. Contact CAC at 509-334-9147 and ask for Cheryl if you need help completing the Basic Food application or with recertification. Make an appointment to come in, or a make phone appointment. You can also drop by Community Action Center to pick up a paper application. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. Basic Food is available to all regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or political belief.
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Guardian Angel - St. Boniface School’s th
19 Annual Wine & Brew Tasting
December 7th • 6:00-10:00 p.m. 306 Steptoe St. Colton, WA
Heavy Hor d’oeuvres & 6 Tastes of NW Wines or 3 Microbrews Events include Heads or Tails Game, Dollar Auction, & Silent Auction $30 Tickets Purchase tickets by calling GASB 509) 229-3579 , emailing GASBschool@colton-wa.com, online at https://gasbwineandbrew.bpt.me/, or at the door.
ABOUT Guardian Angel – St. Boniface School
Guardian Angel – St. Boniface School is a parochial school system which offers educationally sound curricula in elementary grades Kindergarten through 8. Fully approved and accredited by the Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction. The student-teacher ratio at the school is approximately 5 students per teacher, facilitating individualized attention to particular learning capacities and levels, as well as providing multiple learning experiences for students enrolled. The school’s philosophy goes a step beyond basic educational objective. It is dedicated to providing a Christian atmosphere in which students may learn to develop a realistic appreciation of their own worth and respect the dignity of others. If you have any questions about enrolling your child with us please contact the school at (509) 229-3579 or email us at GASBschool@colton-wa.com Our academic day runs from 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Kindergarten classes follow the regular school schedule all five days in the week.
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