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Fremont volunteer strikes historical gold, or rather, clay
History literally surfaced at Troll’s Knoll Park in mid-October when a volunteer was digging a hole and hit something hard beneath the soil. Turns out it was a street paving brick from the legendary Denny-Renton Clay Company. These bricks have quite a story. By 1917, the Denny-Renton Clay Company was reportedly the world’s largest producer of street paving brick, manufacturing…
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Fremont Neighbor Note for November 7
Welcome to Fremont Neighbor Note, our Friday series highlighting what’s happening in and around our neighborhood. November 10: A Socratic Conversation at Ophelia’s Books – A Socratic conversation exploring philosophical questions about identity, purpose and hope will take place Monday, Nov. 10, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ophelia’s Books, 3504 Fremont Ave. N. The November discussion, facilitated by longtime…
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Urban Earth’s last day in the Center of the Universe
After nearly 30 years of cultivating community and green spaces in Fremont, Urban Earth Nursery closed its doors on Friday. The walls of this beloved neighborhood staple told the story of its impact, painted with gratitude, humor, and heartfelt messages from staff and customers alike. “Urban Earth gone but never forgotten.”
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Costumed crowds celebrate Fremont Troll’s 35th
Rain didn’t stop Fremont from celebrating our favorite bridge-dwelling troll Friday night. The Fremont Troll turned 35 and hundreds of costumed revelers showed up to party under the Aurora Bridge. The Fremont Art Council’s annual Trolloween kicked off at 7 p.m. with live music and the Troll dramatically lit up in turquoise. Despite the wet weather, the turnout was impressive…
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As leaves are falling, clocks are falling back
The leaves are falling, the pumpkin spice is flowing, and Fremont is looking pretty spectacular, rain or shine. PSA: Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow (Nov. 2) at 2 a.m. Fall back, sleep in, then wake up to those 5 p.m. sunsets that make you question all your life choices. Times might be tough, but Fremonsters are tougher. We’ve got each…
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