Puppies. Oh, and Bunnies.

We just thought we'd take a moment to share some submissions with you. 

For a full article on Pets of the Basin, please visit our website, The 13th Floor, for the upcoming edition, out on April 13th, 2013.

Jenn and 5-month old malamute, Luxer

Jessica's dog Cocoa, a 3-month old Patterdale Terrier, rescued from the local shelter

Madison and chocolate lab Chevy

Madison is definitely an animal lover! She also has 2 bunnies, Hershey and Pepper

Would you like to see your adorable puppy, kitty, birdie, bunnie, or snakey featured in our magazine? (And no, your children don't count as pets - even though they usually act like one!) Visit us on Facebook or send us an E-mail with a brief 300 word description of your pet, and no more than 3 pictures, with a resolution of 300x300 or greater. We look forward to showing the world the love of your life!

It's Warming Up, You Say?

With highs in the 60 today, it's pretty safe to say that Klamath Falls is having spring-like weather. This is, however, Klamath Falls. The winter-like weather could be here tomorrow. So enjoy it while you can! We have heard a lot of complaints - "There's nothing to do here!" So, we asked some of our readers what there is to do when it gets warmer. 

Warning - some of them will have you rolling in your seat. Apparently, people in Klamath Falls have a great sense of humor when it comes to our little community. So if you want to get outside, but not sure how to fully enjoy the sunshine, here's some suggestions (at your own risk):

1. Take down your Christmas lights. Christmas was, after all, 3 months ago. There's only so long you can use the excuse "I don't want to freeze out there!" 

2. Sunbathe in the front yard in a bikini. What? My grandma does it all the time!

3. Go to Wal-mart and go people watching. This is VERY entertaining.

4. Take a stroll downtown with your family, and support local business. While you're there, feed the ducks at Veteran's park. Avoid the greedy ducks that like your pockets.

5. Start your garden prep and yard clean up. Even though the weather can turn nasty at any moment, you can still clear out planting beds of weeds and put down potting soil. Also, good punishment for children.

6. Bake some cookies for your neighbor  It's not hot enough to avoid the oven yet, and baking can be a and all day relaxing activity. Not to mention the look of surprise on your neighbor's face when you deliver them! Please, don't do it naked. That's just awkward... for the neighbor.

Frisbee shooting robots! They get an "E" for Epic.

7. Build a robot that shoots frisbees in your front yard. Let nieghborhood kids load the frisbees. Please do not shoot it at your mother, she hasn't fixed dinner yet.



8. Enjoy a water gun fight. Because compared to -5 a few weeks ago, and large hail and snow balls 1 week ago, 60 is HOT.

9. Take your dog to the park, but make sure you keep him/her on a leash. This will help avoid those embarrassing "need to hump everything" moments. Also, extra entertaining if you have a smaller dog. 



10. How to walk your cat: 

Yeah... It's pretty much exactly like this.

• Buy a harness and leash for your cat.     
• Put harness on animal. 
• Attempt to walk. 
• Attempt to get cat to move at all for over an hour. 
•  Laugh hysterically. 
• Take frightened, vicious, clawing, insane animal inside. 
• Return harness and leash to store the next day for a full refund.

Well there you have it folks, a little good humor to go with your sunshine today. We hope you are out there enjoying it! 

The Shops of Yesterday

Egyptian plaza on the corner of Esplande and Main, whiched opened
with much fanfare in 1930 and quickly became a social center

For anyone that has traversed downtown, Klamath Falls has a certain feeling of nostalgia to it. In the 1930's, consumers came from all over to shop at our rustic shops, diners, and take in a movie at the old Poole theater.  Farmer's, politicians, and local businessmen alike all gathered for parties and dances at the Egyptian, dressed in identical black tie and driving the same model-T Ford (pictured above).

Montgomery Ward, Willard Hotel and Furniture Store, The Dimbat Motors, late 1930's

One of the biggest shopping draws during that time was the old 3-story Montgomery Ward, the first and only of it's kind of hundreds of miles (pictured on the far left in above photo). This huge shopping mall had the latest in women's, men's, and children's fashion, as well as hardware and farming supplies. Although many pictures are lost to the ages, this building still stands strong:

Today, residents know it as Yesterday's Plaza. This old mall still holds must of the boutique beauty it once had. It still features rows of trendy and fashionable clothing, designed for any special occasion. From wispy white wedding dresses, to adorable smaller versions for bridal parties, and to an everyday fun dress or suit for your loved one,  this boutique has everything. The friendly staff with even remind you of the personal shopping available for the elite back when this was still Montgomery Wards. My, how times have changed! But walking into Yesterday's Plaza is a blast from the past, and will make you long for the simplicity of those days. 

Gone are the farming and hardware selection of yesterday, and has been instead replaced with an extensive interior decorating section - Petri's Interiors - for any rock, granite, slate, shade, and carpet needs. This is a great opportunity not only to shop locally, but also work one-on-one with an expert who can help you choose the right brand and color for your home.

Yesterday's Plaza also offers a classy dining atmosphere with their newest adventure - the Social Supper Club. The continental dinners every Friday at 7pm offer a time to relax in the nostalgic yet stylish atmosphere, surrounded by the crimson and gold decor, drinking from crystal glasses and shiny plates. With every 4-course dinner is a fresh piping serving of tri tip, cut and served right at your table. If only the shoppers of 1930 had this experience! 

Not in the mood for dinner? The City Club, a sports bar located on the second floor of Yesterday's Plaza, keeps up the modern chic looks of black, white, and brown decor, with the nostalgic addition of the owner's past baseball celebrity awards and admonishments. Enjoy a drink at the bar and watch the game, or lounge in luxury leather on one of the many couches.  

Do you think the people of 1930 would be surprised or shocked to see what Montgomery Ward has evolved into over the years? Why or why not? Comment in the section below. 

For more info on current downtown, please read our Connecting the Puzzle of Downtown blog here. For full menus of events and more pictures of the boutique, City Club, or Petri's, please visit Yesterday's Plaza's Facebook page. For a full article on this long time building of the community, see our article in the February edition of The 13th Floor.  

(For more then-and-now photos of this site at www.whatwasthere.com; search for Klamath Falls. Don't forget to use the cool fader button to see how much this town has changed over the decades! You'll be surprised what we have replaced.)

Spring Time in the Basin

Okay, so we just has snow last week. But spring must be on it's way, right? Local neighborhoods are filled with children enjoying fresh air, and mini marts and bakeries are flooded with older kids looking for a quick sugar rush. Business owners are peeking their heads out to see if the sky threatens random hail or snow storms, or if the wind is blowing hard enough to blow over a sign they wish to put out. There are specials everywhere you look, urging customers to come in and sample wares that the townsfolk longed for over the long winter. 

As they say: GET CRAVEY!

It's a good time to get out and walk around and enjoy the sights and scenes of Klamath Falls. Downtown has many different shops to offer for a nice warm spring day. Stop in an enjoy a strawberry poppy seed cupcake at Crave Bakery, or enjoy a delicious hot dog from Murphy's Dogs. Maybe you're in the mood for a sweet cakepop treat from Michele's Simply Sweet, opening in just a few weeks downtown! We have so many boutiques to shop from, from Royal Touch, Yesterday's Plaza, and Periwinkle, just to name a few. 

The Ruff House offers agility classes and breed-specific classes as well

We also have a indoor and outdoor activities for pet lovers. Visit the themed days at the Ruff House, specifically designed for certain breeds and talents for your furrbaby. Many local parks have also amended their previous no-dog rule to include lease access. And most importantly, don't forget to look at our new edition of The 13th Floor on April 13th for a comprehensive list of local parks and recreation around Klamath Falls. 

Captain Jack's Stronghold in Tulelake, CA, offers a bright patio complete
with greenery for a unique dining experience! 

For those of you that prefer seclusion and the beauty of nature, Moore Park offers a wide view of the lake with Mt. Mcloughlin in the backdrop (pictured above). It can also be a good time to get out and take a scenic drive to the Jolly Kone or Captain Jack's (restaurants) in Tulelake, located only 15 miles from Klamath Falls. 

For more info on local restaurant reviews, please check out our sister site on Facebook, The BITE of Klamath.

For day trips located in and around Klamath Falls, The DAYCATIONERS group also has a plethora of useful information, pictures, and actual tourist reviews.