BASE Program - Spanaway Lutheran Church

Homestead & Emergency Preparedness Fair at the Fruitland Grange!
This is the first (of more hopefully) annual Fair of it's kind at the Fruitland Grange and we're looking forward to seeing you.
Free Event
Saturday, May 30
9am - 3pm
11102 86th Ave E, Puyallup, 98373
www.FruitlandGrange.org/communityevents

Explore Lake Kapowsin's flora, fauna, geology, history, restoration, and more during Lake Kapowsin Day, this Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be fun activities for the whole family, including guided walks to learn about plants and birds. This event is free to attend, but a Discover Pass is required. The Department of Natural Resources, Department of Ecology, and Department of Fish & Wildlife are hosting this year's event. You can join them at Lake Kapowsin Boat Launch (29405 Orville Road E, Graham, WA 98339).

Sometimes the best gardening solutions aren’t hiding in expensive packets but quietly sitting in your kitchen. Eggshell water, rice water, coffee grounds, banana peels — these tiny household heroes can revive tired soil, boost root strength, and support struggling leaves without any chemicals. Your plants don’t need miracles; they just need a little thoughtful care.

Every gardener learns quickly that growth is a conversation between you and the soil. When you feed your plants with natural ingredients, you create healthier roots, stronger stems, and deeper resilience. These hacks aren’t shortcuts — they’re reminders that gardening thrives on simple wisdom and consistency. Little habits slowly turn into big improvements.

What makes it even more beautiful is knowing your waste becomes nourishment. Instead of throwing things away, you return them to nature and let your plants grow from it. This cycle is what makes gardening feel grounding — it connects your home, your habits, and your plants together in one gentle rhythm. 🌿✨

In Scotland, some bridges are designed with dedicated crossings beneath or alongside the structure, giving otters a safe path to move along waterways without needing to climb onto busy roads above.

These narrow ledges or tunnels follow natural movement patterns, allowing wildlife to continue their routes without interruption. By guiding animals away from traffic, the design reduces risk while keeping their habitat connected.

Over time, these crossings become part of the landscape, used instinctively without human involvement. It’s a quiet integration of safety and ecology — where infrastructure supports movement without disturbing the natural rhythm of wildlife.

Building altars with Pastor Lydia! We learned that an altar is a place where you can pray. Do you have an altar in your home?