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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    Hydrate those hibernating plants – just not too...
    December 25, 2024 12:30 pm

    Just a few tablespoons may do, depending on the pot size.

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    Photos by Ray Miller-Still 
Events are few and far in between in January on the Plateau, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t news. Last year in January, Plateau Outreach Ministries opened its new food bank, and Buckley’s Rainier Fresh Country Store opened its store, filled with local greens, produce, dairy, and more. And if you’re really itching for something to do, look forward to the Enumclaw Expo Center’s Wine and Chocolate Festival on Feb. 7 and 8, which features up to a dozen local wineries and local chocolatiers, plus other beer, food, and craft vendors.
    At a Glance | January 2025
    December 25, 2024 11:00 am

    There are few events this month, but The Chalet is hopping.

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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    A visit from the holly jolly gardener |...
    December 18, 2024 11:30 am

    Marianne Binetti’s annual Christmas poem.

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    Photo courtesy Washington State Parks
Nolte Satte Park will be free to enjoy on Jan. 1, 2025 for the Washington State Parks’ First Day Hikes event. Arrive at the park at 10 a.m. for a guided tour.
    Nolte among the many parks with a First...
    December 16, 2024 4:00 pm

    Celebrate the new year with free state park visits and events.

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    Courtesy of the Grand Kyiv Ballet.
    Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to...
    By Bailey Josie • December 16, 2024 1:15 pm

    On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from Ukraine.

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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    Some gift ideas to help your holidays flourish...
    December 12, 2024 10:30 am

    Still need stocking stuffers? Get garden show tickets or hard-to-find plants.

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    Photos by Vic Wright / vicwright.zenfolio.com
Hundreds of people bundled gathered along Enumclaw’s Cole Street to celebrate the Christmas season with the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Santa Parade, and the festivities could be heard far beyond downtown. Floats traveled down the street for more than an hour and featured local businesses, school clubs, and familiar characters like the Grinch and Santa Claus (who, as we reported last week, no longer vacations in Enumclaw, but of course he still attended the event). The festivities continue on Dec. 14 with the Chamber’s last 5 p.m. Snow on Cole event. For more photos of the parade, go to page 8.
    Holiday cheer in the ‘Claw | Slideshow
    December 10, 2024 3:05 pm

    Some photos from this year’s Santa Parade.

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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    Good reads to start a new chapter with...
    December 4, 2024 11:00 am

    Winter is the best time to dream of a green future.

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    Photo by Lauren Lilly / laurenlillyphotography.com
Thousands of Plateau children shared their wishes with Santa while he vacation in Enumclaw for his off-season for the last 24 years.
    Santa recounts fond memories of Enumclaw
    By Emily Lewis Freelancer • December 4, 2024 11:00 am

    The Plateau was Old St. Nick’s vacation spot for more than two decades — now he’s moved to warmer climes

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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    Giving thanks to wonderful Western Washington | The...
    November 27, 2024 11:00 am

    Gardeners have it made in the PNW.

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    Photo by Ray Miller-Still
Enumclaw lights up in December with parades, bar crawls, the Plateau Kids Network toy drive, and the Enumclaw Fire Department Santa run. Here are some photos from last years’ events.
    At A Glance | December 2024
    November 27, 2024 9:00 am

    Tree lightings are this weekend, and snowfall is predicted every Saturday.

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    Photo courtesy Crystal Mountain Resort
    Crystal Mountain announces kids ski free | Crystal...
    November 25, 2024 2:30 pm

    Kids 12 and under will receive seven free lift tickets from Dec. 7 – 13.

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    Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"
    The magics of leaf mold | The Compleat...
    November 22, 2024 12:10 pm

    Consider the stuff a nutrition highway for your plants.

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