Sustainably Sadie
Clothing Exchange
It was through my Mother that I was first introduced to the “Clothing Exchange” …party, might as well call it what it is, a “party”, an excuse to get together with friends, share delicious snacks and giggle. Every couple of years, she and her friends would gather up large bag-fulls of in-good-condition, ready-for-donation clothing- the good stuff-- and then empty those bags onto someone’s living room floor.
With a mountain of clothes in front of them, the swapping and laughter begins. The most hilarious of fitting room experiences, and usually everyone walks away with a new favorite ensemble or perfect accessory. Some gals entice you with a sales pitch, mock-modeling their old clothes that no longer excite, get worn, or fit.
The leftovers get donated. The Nearly New in Ennis and Ruby Valley ReRuns in Sheridan are not only great thrift stores to shop, they are local, easy to get to places to take your donations. The space above the Public Library in Twin Bridges has been pretty well picked over and could use more donations.
This consumer-driven culture sometimes makes me feel really overwhelmed. Moving is the worst; you have to come face to face with all of your “stuff.” Did you know that women are responsible for about 80% of the shopping done round the world? Women spend millions of dollars each year on clothes. And we only wear about 20% of our closet 80% of the time. A Clothing Exchange is a great way to spruce up your wardrobe, take care of the “give away” pile and have fun with friends.
Perhaps you took on the awesome challenge of not buying any new clothing for one year. A Clothing Exchange is a way to add to your closet without buying something new. Encourage friends to bring a potluck dish along with their give away threads. Bring your kids’ clothes and toys. I am so impressed how great our community is at passing around kid clothes. It sure helps the family budget!
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Twin Bits
The Rotary Club of Twin Bridges has scheduled March 24, 2012 for its annual Casino Night Scholarship Fund Raiser. Blue Anchor Bar and Café in TB, Bingo and Poker 7:00 to 10:00 pm, Silent Auction 8:00 to 9:45 pm, Everyone welcome, Contact Rand Bradley 684-5686 for additional info
Ruby Valley Lenten Schedule
Mar. 28- New Beginnings, Sheridan
Ruby Valley residents gather on Wednesdays during Lent to receive words of encouragement and challenge from local ministers and lay people. This has been, and continues to be, a very ecumenical gathering. Every one is welcome regardless of their personal religious convictions. Breakfast is scheduled early, 6:30 a.m., so that folks can make it to work on time.
A basket will be available each Wednesday for those who would like to donate non-perishable items or money to the local food bank.
If you need a ride to the breakfast, you may call Carol Braach, 842-5521, or Carol Wilcox, 684-5142. If you would like to offer rides, please let Carol Braach or Carol Wilcox know.
March artist featured at Twin Bridges Public Library, Deborah’s Art Wall: Richard Flager from Alder. Photographer. Carver. Painter. Mr. Flager’s reception is schedule for Friday March 23rd 4 to 5:30 pm.
GRVCCA Monthly Mtg: April 2nd, Noon at Sheridan branch RVNB
Membership dues for Twin Bridges Community Association are $10 and due by March 30th. Contact Paula Kinoshita @ The Old Hotel.
The Twin Bridges Book Club will meet Thursday April 19th @ 7 pm, The Weaver’s Studio.
Looking Ahead: Garage-A-Rama is scheduled for Saturday June 9th, contact Twin Bridges Public Library or Cynthia Osborne.
From TBS Calendar:
Friday March 23: End of 3rd Quarter; 6-8th Grade Band Festival @ Sheridan
Sat. March 24: Twin/ Sheridan PROM, @ Twin MP Gym
Thurs. March 29: Early Out; Parent- Teacher Conferences 1 – 8 pm, Book Fair @ School Library
Friday March 30: No School, Spring Day
Sat. March 31: Madison County Madness BB tourney, both gyms
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