The market is bustling
And the sun is out, you can't really ask for more. I spotted apples, pears and squash on the way to my perch here at The Shop - and there are lots of people here. The kids are already going at it at the pumpkin…
South Perry Blog archive for Jan. 1, 2010
THURSDAY, OCT. 14, 2010
Annual meeting drew a crowd
Here's a link to the full story about the South Perry Business and Neighborhood Association's annual meeting on Tuesday. There were lots of people there - including Mayor Mary Verner and city council member Jon Snyder. Today, the blog will be at the South Perry…
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 13, 2010
Farmers market moves indoors 3
There was a lot of new developments to celebrate at the South Perry Business and Neighborhood Association's meeting last night - one major development being the South Perry Farmers market moving indoors at the Emmanuel Life Center at the end of this month. The Farmers…
TUESDAY, OCT. 12, 2010
It's time for the annual meeting...
.... introductions begin in a minute followed by reports from neighborhood organizations like the Farmers Market and COPS. Mayor Mary Verner is scheduled to speak at 7 p.m. followed by council members Richard Rush and Jon Snyder. The South Perry Neighborhood and Business Association’s annual…
What would you ask the Mayor Verner? 3
The South Perry Neighborhood and Business Association’s annual meeting is tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Emmaunel Life Center (631 S. Richard Allen Court) and Mayor Mary Verner, city council members Jon Snyder and Richard Rush will be there. So will the South Perry Blog.…
FRIDAY, OCT. 8, 2010
Dodd home added to National Historic Register
The 1913 Sonora Smart Dodd House has been added to the National Register of Historic Places and the dedication is set for Friday Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. The Dodd House is located just off Perry Street at 603 S. Arthur and it has been…
Be on the look out for an old Jag
Via e-mail from crime hounds Will and Sue Hille: "Does anyone know anything about on an older black Jaguar, four-door sedan with shiny chrome wheel covers [WA license #524-YFZ], or anything about its owner, driver or passengers? Will was admiring the car as it was…
THURSDAY, OCT. 7, 2010
City council members on South Perry 2
This just in: city council members Jon Snyder and Richard Rush, as well as mayor Mary Verner will be at the South Perry Neighborhood and Business Association's annual meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at 6:30 p.m. They will talk about the city's budget and other…
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 6, 2010
Annual neighborhood meeting next week
The South Perry Neighborhood and Business Association is having its annual meeting on Tuesday, October 12, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Emmanuel Family Life Center located at 631 S. Richard Allen Court.Neighbors and businesses in the area are all invited…
Back from Las Vegas
So the blog has been getting around quite a bit lately. I just returned from three days at a journalism convention in Las Vegas. The convention was put on by the Society of Professional Journalists. Yes, I did have some fun, but more importantly I…
FRIDAY, OCT. 1, 2010
Donation goes to summer program
Proceeds from this year’s South Perry Fair and Parade were designated to the Martin Luther King Jr. Center and to Grant Elementary School’s PAWS program. Thursday morning, excutive director of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center Freda Gandy stopped by to share what the money…
THURSDAY, SEPT. 30, 2010
New development director at Vanessa Behan
It was supposed to be a short introductory interview of Marge Rusch, who just accepted the position as development director at Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. Rusch comes from a similar position with the American Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, and is excited about her new…
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 29, 2010
Thursday morning
I'll be at the Perry Street Cafe Thursday morning from around 7 a.m. and probably until 9:30 a.m. I have a couple of interviews lined up, but feel free to stop by. I'd love to hear some fall news, like who's planning a Halloween party?…
What's in a name?
Look at any map of Spokane and you will not find the words “South Perry." Yet in the local (and national) media you hear a lot about Spokane’s “revitalized” South Perry neighborhood. Real estate agents refer to the South Perry neighborhood when listing the amenities…
TUESDAY, SEPT. 28, 2010
Speaking of, ahem, First Friday
Via e-mail from the Spokane Arts Commission: We're excited about Visual Arts Tour on Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2. Venues are open 5 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday.There are 41 venues with all species and subspecies of art, music, and food. With…
Crime update
Via e-mail from neighborhood crime watchers Will and Sue Hille:We no longer receive the SPD crime maps at C.O.P.S. East Central so I want to be sure you all know about sites you can connect to directly for daily updating on crime incidents close to…
MONDAY, SEPT. 27, 2010
Open house for Ferris modernization
There is an open house at Ferris High School on Oct. 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at which the public is invited to fiew and comment on the final renderings of the Ferris modernization project. Construciton is expected to begin in late spring 2011 and will…
The blog is back 1
Hello neighbors, I'm back from vacation rested and somewhat energized. What have you all been up to? What are your plans for the fall? I'm looking forward to hearing from you all. How's school going for all of you? This weekend I noticed an increase…
THURSDAY, SEPT. 16, 2010
Openings at Liberty Park Child Development Center
Liberty Park Child Development Center, 1417 E. Hartson, has openings for children four years old and younger state-funded ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program).The center is a non-profit ministry of the Presbyterian Church and serves primarily low-income families with a Christian preschool, and before…
THURSDAY, SEPT. 9, 2010
Even a blog needs a little time off
Hello neighbors - I have the next two weeks off and as much as I love doing this blog, I'm taking a vacation from that, too. While I'm gone, I'm handing the "big keys" to the blog to my good friend and colleague Lisa Leinberger…
Bonus movie night
School is back in session and the weather is getting cooler, but there is still a chance to enjoy a summer tradition in the South Perry Neighborhood.The Spokane Buddhist Temple will present one last movie at the Shop, 924 S. Perry, Saturday at dusk.The movie,…
Business and neighborhood association update
The South Perry Business and Neighborhood Association meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Perry Street Cafe - and it needs your help and input. The organization formed years ago when businesses were first moving into the district, and…
Great gift from Perry Fair and Parade 2
The proceeds from this year's South Perry Fair and Parade were designated to the Martin Luther King Jr. Center and to Grant Elementary School's PAWS program. On Tuesday night at the South Perry Business and Neighborhood Association, Kris Gladeau, a teacher at Grant, received $1,000…
TUESDAY, SEPT. 7, 2010
So much good food, so little time. 2
After enjoying the Farmers Market on Thursday, I started my day Friday with a wonderful breakfast at the Perry Street Café. The service and food were great as always and it was nice to see the café filled with happy and satisfied customers. For dinner…
Neighborhood yard sale on Saturday
From Summer Hightower at Veda Lux Boutique: I am planning a big yard sale in the Perry District this saturday. If you have stuff you want to sell, please join in on the fun! Let me know if you would like a space reserved. There…
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