Oops! Correction: Cecile Barnes marks 104 remarkable years on August 23. Regular service 10-noon at the Presbyterian church, cake and ice cream and congratulations following. 312 Augustus Street.
Gallery 505 reports a successful showing of this year's Toledo Made theme wrapped up Saturday, with Cheese Days visitors and travelers from Ireland, Germany and even Oklahoma. For schedule, visit www.artgallery505.com
Hot weather tips and warning signs for people and pets listed on Toledo Fire Department's website, along with volunteer applications, upcoming classes, and updates on burn restrictions. Visit http://www.toledofire2.com
Speaking of pets, local heroine Twila Collins spearheads efforts to end feral and domestic cat overpopulation humanely by offering low-cost and free spay/neuter access. To date, over 2,000 feline lives have been saved by caring volunteers, with many companions going to new "forever" homes. Support the current Vet Fund with a $5 pledge. Visit http://www.catsmeowsnap.org
Diana says: Did you know? Area Agency on Aging helps fund Nutrition Lunches ($3 suggested donation/age 60+) on Wednesdays with music beforehand, Fridays with grocery bingo following. August 21 chicken breast with all the trimmings, August 26 beef tips over rice. Enjoy lunch with local historians and music lovers. RSVP, please. Contact Toledo Senior Center, diana.haug@lewiscountywa.gov or (360)864-2112.
Annual Lioness Afternoon Tea Event including Best Hat competition (prizes TBD). Slated for October 4, this event sells out early! Tickets available exclusively through Lioness Club members, $12. Discover the benefits of membership. Visit www.facebook.com/toledo.lioness or call Rachel, (360)864-8844.
Billie recommends: The Pearl Cafe, Centralia, serving great food including local produce. This week Native Soil Farm stand hours 11 a.m. - 4 p.m Friday, closed Saturday (Farm To Table Dinner event, (360)880-8228 or bwashington@usa.com to RSVP*)
August 25 Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec and Entertainment committee meets fourth Tuesdays monthly at the MAC. Visit www.morganartscentre.com or call (360)864-4ART.
August 27 Adult Page Turners meet 1:30 p.m. fourth Thursday monthly. Request "One Hundred Foot Journey" by Richard Morais from Timberland Regional Library for August discussion. Call (360)864-4247 or visit https://www.facebook.com/FriendsToledoTimberlandLibrary
Thanks to Gee Cee's Truck Stop for fueling this column and columnist.