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Critter Column: Two Bees

Posted on June 15, 2008 by deb

by Jack Perkins In early spring the predominant bee in my garden is the bumble bee queen, newly emerged from her winter sleep. Mostly black with a fuzzy abdomen and two yellow circles, she is pretty to watch.  Starting a … Continue reading →

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New and Upcoming Restaurants Downtown: Have You Heard About These Places?

Posted on June 15, 2008 by deb

Xanh, 110 Castro (new location, full bar, live entertainment) Z Pizza, 146 Castro Hong Kong Bistro, 147 Castro (same ownership as Fu Lam Mum) Fu Lam Mum, 155 Castro (new location, now offering dim sum) Minh’s Vietnamese, 246 Castro Diyar … Continue reading →

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Steering Committee Dates

Posted on June 15, 2008 by deb

Future meeting: Monday May 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 580 Castro in the Chamber of Commerce Board Room. Everyone is welcome to attend! Agendas are sent to the OMVNAtalk e-mail list a few days before each meeting. To suggest a … Continue reading →

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Block Party Guide Published

Posted on June 15, 2008 by deb

Want to meet your neighbors, or just get to know them better? Organize a block party this summer! Don’t know how? Think it’s a hassle? Not so . . . and your neighborhood association will help foot the bill!All the … Continue reading →

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From the Editor: How Does Your Garden Grow?

Posted on June 15, 2008 by deb

by Velva Rowell Mine grows amazingly well despite my complete lack of gardening skills. I have several varieties of lettuce, herbs, broccoli, and strawberries. My upside-down tomato planter is flourishing and I anticipate many salads from tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers … Continue reading →

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