Emerson Garfield

April Neighborhood Council Meeting Recap

April 30, 2014 Emerson Garfield

This is a quick recap of the Emerson-Garfield Neighborhood Council meeting that took place on April 9, 2014. For the full minutes (PDF), please click here. Deacon Dan of Knox Presbyterian Church (site of the Emerson-Garfield Farmers’ Market) gave a short talk about Knox Pres. He said that Knox is a small church with dwindling numbers and they want to make everyone aware of the church and the facilities they offer. Anyone in the neighborhood is welcome to take a tour. You can contact…

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Futurewise Land Use Workshop (May 1)

April 28, 2014 Emerson Garfield

Do you know what to do to protect your quality of life when the “Proposed Land Use Action” sign goes up in your neighborhood? Futurewise is hosting a free workshop on Thursday, May 1 to answer that very question. It’s called “Navigating Permitting Processes in Your Neighborhood” and will take place at the Downtown Spokane Library (906 W Main Ave) at 2:30pm. Tim Trohimovich, Futurewise’s Director of Planning & Law, will discuss how to navigate SEPA and permitting processes. Tim grew up…

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Mayor Recognizes E-G, Announces Tree Initiative

April 26, 2014 Emerson Garfield

Yesterday Spokane Mayor David Condon launched a new initiative to beautify neighborhoods with the addition of trees and green infrastructure. That initiative, called Forest Spokane, is an effort to plant, protect and appreciate the trees that paint a canopy of vibrant colors in our city. The goal is to plant 10,000 new trees over the next two years as part of a broader integrated stormwater management effort. Spokane was also honored today as a Tree City USA community by the…

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Garden Plant Sale (May 3 & 4)

April 23, 2014 Emerson Garfield

The Father’s Table (1718 N Lincoln) — a philanthropic garden here in Emerson-Garfield; you might recognize them as a summer vendor at the Emerson-Garfield Farmers’ Market — will be holding a Garden Plant Sale on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4 between 9am and 5pm on both days. Here are some of the starts on offer: Tomatoes: Beefsteak, Early Girl, Roma and cherry, Ukrainian Peppers: Anaheim, jalapeño, sweet (various colors) Herbs: Basil Marigolds and zinnias Plus homemade soaps and lip balms…

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Groupon at Petunia’s Marketplace

April 22, 2014 Emerson Garfield

In case you’ve missed it, for a little while longer Petunia’s Marketplace here in Emerson-Garfield is offering a Groupon deal for Italian cured meats paired with handmade artisan chocolates and red and white wines. In fact, there are three deals available: $8 for a charcuterie plate with handmade artisan chocolates & one red and white wine sample for one person (up to a $16 value) $16 for a charcuterie plate with handmade artisan chocolates & one red and white wine sample for two people…

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