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                    From: Marketing Team
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                    Subject: Weekly Catch-Up Notes
                    Just wrapping up the weekly sync. The main topic was the upcoming quarterly review. Sarah mentioned the need to finalize the presentation decks by Thursday afternoon so the design team has time for adjustments. The consensus was to move the deadline to 2 PM Thursday to allow for a final proofread in the morning.
                    On the community outreach front, Michael reported that the local farmer's market collaboration is progressing. They've confirmed dates for the next three months. The initial feedback from last weekend's event was positive, with particular interest in the seasonal fruit sampling station. We'll need to order more napkins and small plates for the upcoming dates.
                    Discussion then turned to office supplies. The new batch of recycled paper has arrived, but the toner cartridges for the third-floor printer are on backorder. Janet will check with an alternate supplier to see if we can get a partial shipment sooner. In the meantime, please remind teams to use the designated color printer on the second floor as a backup.
                    Lunch ideas for the all-hands meeting next week were brainstormed. Options considered were sandwich platters, a taco bar, or individual bento boxes. The taco bar seemed popular due to its customizability and dietary flexibility. Laura will get quotes from the three caterers we've used previously and circulate them by end of day tomorrow.
                    Regarding the indoor plants, the fiddle-leaf fig in the lobby is looking much better after being moved away from the direct vent. The watering schedule seems to be working. A few people asked about getting small succulents for their desks. We can look into a bulk order from the nursery downtown if there's enough interest. Please send a note to your teams to gauge interest.
                    The book club is finishing their current selection this week. The next book vote will happen on Friday. The options are a historical fiction novel, a science biography, and a collection of short stories. Reminders will be sent out Thursday.
                    Finally, a reminder about the building's fire alarm test scheduled for next Monday at 11 AM. It should only last a few minutes. Please inform any clients or visitors who might be on-site at that time to avoid concern. That's all for now. Let me know if there are any action items I missed.
                    Later, around 3 PM, a separate note was added about the coffee machine in the break room. It's making a louder grinding noise than usual. Maintenance has been notified. They suspect it might just need a thorough cleaning, but a technician will stop by on Wednesday. We have the backup French press and electric kettle available in the meantime.
                    Paul from accounting stopped by to mention the new expense report software tutorial is now live on the intranet. It's a series of short videos, each under five minutes. He recommends watching them before submitting any Q2 expenses. The old portal will be deactivated at the end of the month.
                    On a personal note, I tried a new recipe last night for a one-pan lemon herb chicken with roasted potatoes and green beans. It was relatively simple and turned out well. The key was getting the potatoes thinly sliced so they cooked evenly. I used thyme and rosemary from the small herb garden on the balcony. It's a good option for a weeknight meal.
                    The weekend weather is supposed to be clear, so I'm planning to finally tackle organizing the garage. It's been on the list for months. I also want to get to the library to return a few books that are due. Maybe stop by the new bakery that opened on Maple Avenue on the way back. I heard their sourdough is excellent.
                    Need to remember to call the dentist tomorrow to confirm my cleaning appointment for next week. And pick up more dog food on the way home tonight. The list never ends, does it Alright, back to work. The project timeline document needs a final review before the 4 PM check-in with the client.

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                    From: Marketing Team<br>
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                    Date: Tuesday, 10:14 AM<br>
                    Subject: Weekly Catch-Up Notes<br>
                    <br>
                    Just wrapping up the weekly sync. The main topic was the upcoming quarterly review. Sarah mentioned the need to finalize the presentation decks by Thursday afternoon so the design team has time for adjustments. The consensus was to move the deadline to 2 PM Thursday to allow for a final proofread in the morning.<br>
                    <br>
                    On the community outreach front, Michael reported that the local farmer's market collaboration is progressing. They've confirmed dates for the next three months. The initial feedback from last weekend's event was positive, with particular interest in the seasonal fruit sampling station. We'll need to order more napkins and small plates for the upcoming dates.<br>
                    <br>
                    Discussion then turned to office supplies. The new batch of recycled paper has arrived, but the toner cartridges for the third-floor printer are on backorder. Janet will check with an alternate supplier to see if we can get a partial shipment sooner. In the meantime, please remind teams to use the designated color printer on the second floor as a backup.<br>
                    <br>
                    Lunch ideas for the all-hands meeting next week were brainstormed. Options considered were sandwich platters, a taco bar, or individual bento boxes. The taco bar seemed popular due to its customizability and dietary flexibility. Laura will get quotes from the three caterers we've used previously and circulate them by end of day tomorrow.<br>
                    <br>
                    Regarding the indoor plants, the fiddle-leaf fig in the lobby is looking much better after being moved away from the direct vent. The watering schedule seems to be working. A few people asked about getting small succulents for their desks. We can look into a bulk order from the nursery downtown if there's enough interest. Please send a note to your teams to gauge interest.<br>
                    <br>
                    The book club is finishing their current selection this week. The next book vote will happen on Friday. The options are a historical fiction novel, a science biography, and a collection of short stories. Reminders will be sent out Thursday.<br>
                    <br>
                    Finally, a reminder about the building's fire alarm test scheduled for next Monday at 11 AM. It should only last a few minutes. Please inform any clients or visitors who might be on-site at that time to avoid concern. That's all for now. Let me know if there are any action items I missed.<br>
                    <br>
                    Later, around 3 PM, a separate note was added about the coffee machine in the break room. It's making a louder grinding noise than usual. Maintenance has been notified. They suspect it might just need a thorough cleaning, but a technician will stop by on Wednesday. We have the backup French press and electric kettle available in the meantime.<br>
                    <br>
                    Paul from accounting stopped by to mention the new expense report software tutorial is now live on the intranet. It's a series of short videos, each under five minutes. He recommends watching them before submitting any Q2 expenses. The old portal will be deactivated at the end of the month.<br>
                    <br>
                    On a personal note, I tried a new recipe last night for a one-pan lemon herb chicken with roasted potatoes and green beans. It was relatively simple and turned out well. The key was getting the potatoes thinly sliced so they cooked evenly. I used thyme and rosemary from the small herb garden on the balcony. It's a good option for a weeknight meal.<br>
                    <br>
                    The weekend weather is supposed to be clear, so I'm planning to finally tackle organizing the garage. It's been on the list for months. I also want to get to the library to return a few books that are due. Maybe stop by the new bakery that opened on Maple Avenue on the way back. I heard their sourdough is excellent.<br>
                    <br>
                    Need to remember to call the dentist tomorrow to confirm my cleaning appointment for next week. And pick up more dog food on the way home tonight. The list never ends, does it Alright, back to work. The project timeline document needs a final review before the 4 PM check-in with the client.
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