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The Marvelous Toy

2023-04-20T05:53:57-07:00July 24th, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Graham Rankin, owner of Creations by BG

Many decades ago, Tom Paxton wrote a novelty song recorded by Peter, Paul and Mary about a Christmas present a small boy received.

The chorus:

It went “zip” when it moved and “bop” when it stopped,
And “whirr” when it stood still.
I never knew just

The Art of Giving

2023-04-20T05:55:05-07:00July 10th, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Phyllice Bradner, partner / owner of Currents Gallery

In addition to offering a bountiful selection of local art, the artists of Currents Gallery in downtown McMinnville also participate in charitable giving. Since 2014, Currents Gallery has aided the Give-A-Little Foundation by displaying and selling the lightly used

The Sweetness of Giving

2023-04-20T05:55:12-07:00June 27th, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Teri Gunn, Co-Owner and Baker at Lillie’s Sweet Shop

Lillie's Sweet Shop logoLillie’s Sweet Shop, a bakery that recently opened in McMinnville, is owned by the mother and daughter team of Teri Gunn and Mikylah GunnSmith. Why the name Lillie? It’s

Fjelland Floors

2023-04-20T05:55:21-07:00June 12th, 2022|

Interview with Ryan Fjelland of Fjelland Floors in McMinnville

Tell us a bit about your business: What does your business offer, and how long have you been around?

Our showroom houses more than just flooring options, we carry counter materials, window coverings, custom area rugs,

Currents Gallery

2023-04-20T05:55:33-07:00May 1st, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Phyllice Bradner, partner / owner of Currents Gallery

Currents Gallery, located in McMinnville’s Downtown Historic District, is owned and operated by seven artist/partners. Our partnership includes retirees from many walks of life: Lawyer, Graphic Designer, Special Ed Teacher, Administrator, Drafter, Sales

Individual Wine & Cheese Trays

2023-04-20T05:55:41-07:00April 17th, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Graham Rankin, owner of Creations by BG

Individual Wine and Cheese Tray  “Being at a party and only two hands; What a Great Idea!”

I bet you have been to a party where you were handed a glass of wine and then

Go Climb A Tree!

2024-02-17T09:37:56-08:00April 3rd, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Amy Nelson with Outdoor Education Adventures

Some of my favorite childhood memories involve climbing trees. I loved pushing my limits to see how high I could climb. Chances are many of you were tree climbers too. As caregivers for kids, seeing

McMinnville Auto Detail

2023-04-20T05:55:51-07:00February 20th, 2022|

Guest Blog Post by Chris Lee, owner of McMinnville Auto Detail

Hello, my name is Chris Lee and I’m owner of McMinnville Auto Detail. We are a full service detail shop, offering Interior & Exterior details, Ceramic coatings, Window tinting and more.

We are IDA certified

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