From my friends in Miami County, Kansas

Nancy Sims-West
of the Tortoise Gallery



      

TORTOISE GALLERY
OF FINE ART and ESPRESSO BAR
5 W. Wea St., Paola, KS 66071 ·

Phone 1 913.294.4455

Less than two months to Christmas! We are here to help with all your gift-giving. We have jewelry, pottery, and blown glass items, in prices and styles for almost any budget and taste, with prices starting at $12. Give one-of-a-kind gifts to everyone on your list.

Next Saturday, November 5, is our Holiday Gift Bazaar featuring specially-designed gift baskets and custom orders, as well as our beautiful jewelry, pottery, glass, photography, and paintings. Many of our artists will be in the gallery throughout the day to tell you about their art and to take your orders for custom-designed items. Come shop and relax with a delicious drink. Drawings for discounts and free items at 9:00, 11:00, 3:00, 5:00, and 7:00.

We hope to see you next Saturday!

The Tortoise crew

A personal recommendation from me....check out the paintings by David Gross and the jewelry by Cindy Allison,  Anna Herrara,  and Nancy Forbis! What wonderful gifts!

While you are in Paola, just across the street to the east of the Tortoise, stands the now famous Molly's Table. The food is excellent....what more can I say? Plenty!  Try one of Donna's soups! The Chicken Tortilla is outstanding! I have actually thought about it in the middle of the night! The sandwiches, hamburgers, salads and quiches are absolutely delicious! And if you are lucky enough to get there early for lunch, you might be able to get a piece of coconut cream pie! It has quickly become a very hot item on the menu!

Don't forget to check out the beautiful paintings hanging on Donna's antique brick walls. They are by painter Jean Cook, a well

known Miami County artist.
117 South Pearl Street,  Paola, KS 66071-1754

(913) 294-2210     Hours: Sun Closed; Mon-Sat 8am–2pm

So, while you are so close to Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery, it would be a crime to not visit us! The vineyard is about 4.5 miles due east of Paola. The new Crimson Cabernet is fabulous, and the Avalon is heavenly.  Dennis Reynolds, owner , is an excellent winemaker. I can honestly say, he is a perfectionist when it comes to  making wine!
It is a little early to know what the weather is going to be next weekend, but with these fun places to visit, who cares! They are forecasting the temperature to be around 70! So, head to Miami County while this beautiful time of year is hanging on!  See you there!