April 7, 2014
To: Micro-neighbohood of tenants 4:26 PM
Fr: Jeff
Re: Happy Sprng
Dear Bridge Dwellers,
We splurged on some summer stuff for all of you to enjoy.
You can't help but notice the new glider bench on the front porch. A grand old dame like this isn't complete without a porch rocker. Perfect for a gin and tonic on a warm summer night. The porch light is switched in the entryway if you want it darker while gliding.
There are four zero gravity backyard lounge chairs in the Bike Bunker (i will get to hanging them up next weekend), feel free to carry them to the yard for lounging in the sun. Please return them to the Bunker when you are done so they stay secure. You haven't napped until you have tried one of these.
A new Weber grill is all ready for use out in the back yard (still a bit soggy) and it is a very cool grill. It uses charcoal but has a propane starter with an electric spark so there is no need for lighter fluid or matches. You make a pile of charcoal in the middle of the lower grill, flip up the plastic cover on the front where the timer is, open the gas knob and push the start button. Once you have the gas lit let it burn for 5 to 10 minutes then shut off the gas as your coals will burn and spread on their own. Don't forget to turn the gas off or the starter tank will run out. Please return to the grill after it had cooled and replace the cover so it is in clean shape for your neighbor.
If you haven't cooked on a Weber you should. Open the lower vent when lighting or cooking and close both lid and lower vent when you are finished as it will extinguish the burn and preserve the charcoal for the next use. There is a bin for charcoal that tips out the end opposite the grill and I loaded it with a bag to get you started. If you pay it forward when you use it, it will never run out. This way no one has to store charcoal or starter in their apartment.
A picnic table is next, enjoy,
Jeff & Beth