A community yard sale for the homeless is being sponsored by Sojourners' Alliance 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Kibbie Dome in Moscow.
"Your used items can make the difference," wrote Ginger Rankin, Sojourner board member and donation chairwoman.
This is the third year for the annual yard sale that offers housewares, linens, furniture, toys, sports equipment, tools and more.
"We have a wonderful inventory ready to sell but are still looking for donations," Ginger wrote.
Organizers are also looking for volunteers to help transport items to the dome, set up and break down after the sale.
"I must admit we are a cheerful bunch to work with, and there will be something for everyone to do," Ginger continued.
Sojourners', like many other organizations, has been affected by cutbacks, and the annual yard sale is one of its ways to raise funds for operational costs.
The Sojourners' facility on the Palouse is the only transitional shelter in five counties.
"There is room for just so many, and that means some have to be turned away," Rankin concluded.
Former board member Kathy Kearney, who has since moved to Issaquah, presented the idea for the yard sale.
For additional information, pick-ups or directions, call Rankin at (208) 882-4454, or email virginiarankin@yahoo.com.
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Shortly after the state of Washington legalized both same-sex marriage and marijuana on the same day, my brother Robert of Spokane received the following from a family friend in Vermont and said he now understands the biblical passage Leviticus 20:13: "If two men lie together, they should be stoned."
So, there it is.
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Joann Muneta of the Latah County Human Rights Task Force told the INKster this week the Great Moscow Food Drive last Saturday, co-sponsored with Moscow Interfaith Alliance, enjoyed a "great response."
It took a lot of dedicated volunteers to make the food drive a success. A big thank-you to all.
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A press release from Jarden Home Brands, makers of Ball Brand canning products, recently announced the third annual National Can-It-Forward Day on Aug. 17, a day to celebrate fresh and local ingredients. National Can-It-Forward Day teaches the joys of fresh preserving with a live, free webcast, featuring canning, crafting and entertaining demonstrations on FreshPreserving.com, starring Food Network's "Chopped" host Ted Allen.
This year, readers can participate in-person, as the Moscow Farmers Market will be hosting its very own National Can-It-Forward Day demo Aug. 17 in conjunction with the webcast.
Those unable to be at the market can tune into the webcast and participate via social media on the Ball Brand Facebook page and Pinterest, or tweet along to share their preserved creations with the #canitforward.
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The Palouse Folklore Society will hold its last summer dance Aug. 17 at the old Blaine School on the corners of Eid and Blaine roads. The event begins with an outdoor potluck at 6:30 p.m. Lessons begin at 7:30 and dancing at 8.
Music will be provided by Potatohead, with caller Gary Miller. All dances are taught. Singles, families and beginners are always welcome. Admission is $6 for members, $8 for nonmembers and $5 for first-time dancers.
For additional information, call PFS Publicity Director Marsha Schoeffler at (208) 596-1836.
... the blotter rests.
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