Our Towns Civic Foundation

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Towns and cities from coast to coast are today’s incubators for ideas that will tell the modern story of American renewal. From the arts to education, from public policy to sustainability, from craft beer to river walks, people are experimenting in innovative ways that drive progress. We tell their stories here. The Our Towns Civic […]

La Botana

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We are a proud representative of a tiny part of Mexican home cooking. If you are looking for spicy, extremely spicy, mexican vegetarian, light mexican, a fresh salad, mexican street food, just a margarita or a cold craft beer you are in the right place.

1 Year Anniversary PAWty!

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We can’t believe our little store front is turning 1!!!! You know we love to PAWty so you’ll definitely not want to miss this! *Adoption Fair *Vendors for HOWLiday Shopping! *Food & Drink *Crafts *Dance Party with our neighbors Juxtaposition *Give Aways *Trick Contests & MORE!!!

Retelling Stories Book Discussion: “A Thousand Acres”

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Join us for “Retelling Stories,” a new fall book discussion series led by SECCA executive director William Carpenter. For our next meeting, we’ll discuss “A Thousand Acres” by Jane Smiley, inspired by Shakespeare’s “King Lear.” The event is free and open to the public. “Retelling Stories” explores classic works of literature from different — and […]

HalloWheels Trick-or-Treat Ride + Costume Contest

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This year’s HalloWheels bike festival is based around our weekly Ride Like a Fish group ride, but with lots of extra fun. We’ll have a unique route featuring spooky ghost stories and a special trick-or-treat stop. Plus a costume contest, perfect for Halloween night. All riders are encouraged to dress up in costume and decorate […]

Empath Protection 101

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Being an empath is often described as a blessing & a curse — and often with good reason. Empathy is defined as: “The ability to understand and share the feelings of another”. It is the cornerstone of emotional intelligence and a necessity in order develop and maintain healthy connections and community. But here’s the thing […]

Drop-In Hours (ALL AGES)

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***ALL VISITORS ARE WELCOME AND SAFE*** What to expect: During drop-in hours you will find a safe place to relax, study, or chat. There is comfy seating and two volunteers on hand to answer any questions. We offer free WIFI, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. *Covid protocols still in effect, masks required.*

Reconciling Religion & Spirituality

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The influence and imprinting that occurs in our upbringing can have a formative and lasting effect on how we develop through life. If you were raised with a religious background and found yourself seeking beyond religion and into the spirituality of life, then you’ve likely hit a few roadblocks and have asked, “how does this […]

Grateful Dead Meet Up at the Movies

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Starring: Bill Kreutzmann, Bob Weir, Donna Jean Godchaux, Jerry Garcia, Keith Godchaux, Phil Lesh, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan The Grateful Dead return to cinemas worldwide for the 2022 Meet-Up At The Movies. This year we’re celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the legendary Europe ‘72 Album, by bringing the previously unreleased Tivoli Concert Hall, 4/17/72 performance to […]

Trunk-or-Treat in Sunnyside!

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Join us in the parking lot of Trinity Moravian Church for our annual Trunk-Or-Treat! We partner with Central Terrace UMC and Trinity Moravian to host a safe Trick-or-Treating experience for the kids in our neighborhood. If you would like to set up a car, try to be there by 4:30 to grab a spot! If […]