July 2020 Edition
Thanksgiving Puzzle
Drive Thru Crab Feed Dec 5th
Cloverdale Kiwanis are being extra creative this year in altering what is their annual major fundraiser, The Crab Feed.It’s a “Drive Thru” event this year on Saturday, December 5th at the Cloverdale Citrus Fair. Here are the details: A $45 ticket includes 3 pounds of...
Holiday Happenings!
Nov. 14, Saturday, Knights of ColumbusPolenta & Chicken scholarship fundraiserSt. Peter’s Church, drive thru or delivered,$20 in advance, $25 at door, 894-2514 Starting Nov.15, Kiwanis Club of Cloverdale is selling See’s Candy.Purchase See’s candy at the...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
FROM THE CLOVERDALE CONNECT TO YOU!
Seen About Town – Nov 20
Melanie Hall enjoying the paper in the front garden of the Cloverdale Senior Multipurpose Center
Notes from the Editor – November 20
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “gratitude” as “the state of being grateful” and defines “thanksgiving” as “a pubic acknowledgement” or celebration of divine goodness”. November is here and with that “fire season” is in the rear-view mirror, the holiday season...
September Puzzle Solution
Fall Into Winter
What are you grateful for?
What are you grateful for? Send your responses to info@cloverdaleconnect.com for our November issue.
Halloween Extravaganza
Halloween Extravaganza 1 Neighborhood Pumpkin Hunt MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 THRU’ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1Pick up a Pumpkin Hunt map outside of the chamber or online at www.cloverdalechamber.com(under Halloween Fun Tab). 2 itsy-bitsy Spider Scavenger Hunt MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 THRU’...
October Photo Contest Winner
Fall Colors by Rick TangCongratulations!He wins a $10 Gift Card from Dahlia & Sage
See Around Town – October
Peace, love and Cloverdale Connect put the shama lama in ding dong! Thanks Guy Fieri for supporting the CHS Culinary Arts!
Editors Notes – October
Wildfires, smoky skies, distance learning,continued isolation, COVID 19, upcoming elections - all severe stress factors and yet we are blessed to live in such a beautiful area with such a strong sense of community - as the slogan says: “Sonoma Strong”. We will get...
Cloverdale Community Garden
Cindi & Pat Buell, who manage the Cloverdale Community Garden, have recently reported that they have donated over 170 pounds of veggies and fruit produced in the garden to the local Food Bank. Cloverdale Connect sends a big “Thank You” to all who participate to...
Recycle Pick Up
RECYCLE PICK UPWill pick up Aluminum Cans, Glass & Plastic Bottles, Efrain Ruiz 707-530-3992 or Facebook: Community of Cloverdale.
September Dog of the Month
CYNTHIA’S DOG GROOMING Presents: Kai Lula Dog of the Month
Pick Up Free Paper
Cloverdale Connect Direct mailed each month and available at the following businesses:Dahlia & Sage, The UPS Store, Chamber of CommerceCloverdale Wine Country Inn & Suites, Super 8 by Wyndham, Kelley & Young Wine Garden Inn
Holiday Gift Showcase
ATTENTION LOCAL RETAILERS: Reserve your ad space NOW for the special Cloverdale Connect Holiday Gift Showcase featured in the November & December issues. Your 3”w x 3.25”h ad is just $240 each for two months or $130 for just one month. This special ad size and...
Submit your FALL photograph
Submit your FALL photograph for our Front Page PhotoContest. If your photo is chosen you will receive a$10 Dahlia & Sage gift card! Email your photos to info@cloverdaleconnect.com
ATTENTION CLOVERDALE AREA BUSINESSES!
There will be NO local Cloverdale phone book published this year so be sure to run your business card ad just $60 per month. Cloverdale Connect“Your Community Connections” Contact us for details:info@cloverdaleconnect.com
Editors Note
You can begin to smell Fall in the air now in the early morning and notice how the light is changing. It’s beautiful however we’re still in a dangerous fire season. Please make sure the vegetation is cleared around your home and keep your “go bag” ready – be prepared.
The Story Behind the Monument
Cemeteries are history repositories, filled with real life stories, many of which have been lost or forgotten over the course of time. An obelisk shaped monument at Cloverdale’s Riverside Cemetery holds one such story.
Thank you Cloverdale Community!
Thank you Cloverdale community! We are overwhelmed with the positive responses we’ve received for Cloverdale Connect via emails and comments on Facebook. We appreciate every word. Here are just a few of the comments we’ve received: “Great local paper. Loved finding it...
Asian Tomato Salad Recipe
by David Maciel Sponsored by Ray’s Food Place, Furber Plaza In September tomatoes are at the peak of the season. This Asian styled recipe calls for cherry tomatoes you can substitute large slices of your favorite tomato. I used basil & cilantro combination, and it...
In Loving Memory of Darrell Lee Petersen
May 29, 1941–August 3, 2025It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our esteemed friend, Darrell Lee Petersen. Darrell relocated to Cloverdale as a child, with his parents, Bert and Virginia Petersen, moving from Tacoma, Washington. Darrell had four...
Celebrate Richard “Dick” Wallace
April 11, 1936 – June 13, 2025Richard “Dick” Wallace, a retired mission designer who originated the Jet Propulsion Laboratory peanut tradition for JPL mission personnel, passed away on June 12, 2025 at age 84 in Cloverdale CA. In 1978 to 1982, as a member of the...
September 2025 Community Calendar
Cloverdale Connect Community Calendar Sponsored By Cloverdale Grocery OutletSept. 6 Sat. 8-10:30am Pancake Breakfast, Cloverdale Senior Multipurpose Center 10am-3pm Annual Car Show, Downtown Cloverdale Sept. 9 Tues. 5-10pm Latino Heritage Festival,...
Editor’s Note September 2025
Irecently found an original hand thrown ceramic platter signed by Eric Norstad at the local thrift store, Heaven’s Closet. I wonder how that specific platter ended up in Cloverdale for me to discover, like a hidden treasure? It now sits in the center of our dining...
Cheesy Stuffed Burgers Recipe
Cooking with David Maciel Sponsored by Ray’s Food Place, Furber Plaza The Fourth of July always means firing up the BBQ. I really enjoy making these cheesy stuffed burgers. They come out juicy with every bite and are always a crowd pleaser. Ingredients • 8 slices...
July 2025 Cloverdale Connect Reader Survey
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Celebrate Barbara Jean Avila
April 11, 1936 – June 13, 2025Barbara Avila passed away with family at her bedside on June 13, 2025 in Napa, California. She was born April 11, 1936 in Oakland, California to Fred Herod and Cliffie Gunter. She moved to Petaluma with her mother, father, and two...
July 25 Community Calendar
Cloverdale Connect Community Calendar Sponsored By Cloverdale Grocery OutletJuly 4 Fri. 10am 4th of July Parade, Downtown Cloverdale 11am 4th of July Celebration, Downtown Cloverdale 4-8:30pm 4th of July Celebration, 1...
Editor’s Note July 2025
It’s our 5th Anniversary publishing Cloverdale Connect! Thank you, Cloverdale community, for embracing our endeavor to bring the community together. The mission of Cloverdale Connect is to bring us together and celebrate what good things are happening in our...
Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe
Cooking with David Maciel Sponsored by Ray’s Food Place, Furber Plaza As the weather warms up, I like to make cold salads for outdoor dining with grilled meats. This tortellini pasta salad can be lots of fun. Use your imagination on adding ingredients. Just don’t...
Celebrate Michael David Morrissey, Cloverdale Airport Manager
October 7, 1958 – April 26, 2025Born in Oakland, California, Michael was the oldest of five brothers. He grew up in Concord, graduated from Clayton Valley High School and attended Diablo Valley College. He earned his pilot’s license at age 16 and at age 18 made a...
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