10 Wednesday, April 12, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S Mr. SHS Pageant Sisters High School will hold the annual Mr. SHS Pageant in the school auditorium Saturday, April 22 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 from contestants or at the door. All proceeds from the fundraiser go to Sisters Family Access Network. Questions? Call the school, 541-549-4045. Kids’ Choir Needs Singers! Sisters Children’s Choir seeks children ages 6 to 10 who love to sing. The choir meets every Monday at 4:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 136 N. Fir St. Come join the fun! For more info call Lola at 541-390-4615 or email sisterschildrenschoir@gmail.com. Volunteer for Folk Festival Sisters Folk Festival will hold a Volunteer Information Session on Wednesday, April 19 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sisters Library. Meet volunteers and organizers, and learn about being a part of the event; it’s a fun way to hear great music and make new friends! For info contact Kerani Mitchell at kerani@sistersfolkfestival.org, go to sistersfolkfestival.org/ volunteer or call 541-549-4979. Special Services at New Hope Rev. Jerry and Plum Gillock will be ministering with music and preaching at New Hope Christian Center at 6 p.m. on Friday & Saturday, April 21 & 22, and 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 23. They established “His Restoration Ministries” to renew an emphasis in the church on the Kingdom of God. The church is at 222 Trinity Way. Info: 503- 910-9069 or 503-779-6377. Family Fun Story Time Family Fun Story Times for kids ages birth through 5 take place at the Sisters Library on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. They feature songs, rhymes and crafts, all to grow young readers. Caregivers must attend with the child and are encouraged to participate! For information call 541-312-1072. Help for Veterans! American Legion Post 86 Service Offi cer Tom Barrier will be at Ray’s Food Place the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month from 1 to 4 p.m. (back meeting room) to help veterans seeking assistance with the VA. Those needing help with disability benefi ts, vision or hearing appointments or enrollment, bring your DD Form 214 or call Tom at 541-408-5594. Live Music Fundraiser Thursday, April 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Hood Avenue Art, Melanie Rose Dyer and Daniel Cooper will play original blues, folk-rock and Americana songs to raise funds for Circle of Friends. Suggested donation is $10 and 100% of the proceeds go to the nonprofi t mentoring program. Refreshments will be available. RSVP: 541-719-1800 or info@hoodavenueart.com. Ten Friends Celebration The annual Spring Celebration for Ten Friends will be held at Aspen Hall in Bend Saturday, April 15 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a Nepali dinner with wine & beer, silent auction, live music and Nepali imports for purchase. Suggested donation for dinner is $14. Help support this nonprofit’s projects in Nepal! Children are welcome. For more information go to tenfriends.org or call 541-280- 7778 or 541-420-5910. “Better Half” Marathon The Sisters “Better Half” Marathon, a family-friendly event, will be held Saturday, April 29. All proceeds go to the Sisters High School Swim Team. You may run or walk a 1/4 or 1/2 marathon, individually or with a partner. Registration forms and details are at sistershalfmarathon.com or call Bryn at 541-549-1171 for additional information. Vacancies on the SPRD Budget Committee The Sisters Park & Recreation District board is accepting applications to fi ll up to three (3) budget committee vacancies. Candidates must live in the district, not be an offi cer or employee of the district, and be a qualifi ed voter of the district. Submit a letter of interest with résumé to Sisters Park & Recreation District, 1750 W. McKinney Butte Rd. (POB 2215) Sisters, OR 97759 or liam@sistersrecreation.com by 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 12. Theater Performances The Silent Echo Theater Co. will perform “Now You’re Talking: Sisters One-Acts” at The Belfry at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 27-29; also at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 29. You may purchase tickets in advance at bendticket.com: $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors 65 and older. Tickets (cash only) at the door are $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors. For additional information call 541-719-8779. Baby Steps At 9:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, in April 18 and 25, a special, gentle story time for infants (birth to 18 months) and their caregivers will be presented at the Sisters Library. For details call 541-312-1072. Stars Over Sisters Star Party Learn about the night skies in the fi rst Star Party of the season! Stargazers are invited to gather at the Sisters Park & Recreation District building on Saturday, April 29 at 8:30 p.m. for a free presentation and slide show. If weather then permits, plan on heading out to the SHS sports fi elds to observe the night sky through powerful telescopes. For more information call 541-549-8846. of the Week dog of the Week cat BRIGHTSIDE ANIMAL CENTER Humane Society of Central Oregon 541-382-3537 541-923-0882 Animal Adventures with High Desert Museum At the Sisters Library on Tuesday, April 18 at 11:30 a.m., the High Desert Museum presents live animals, stories, and crafts for kids ages 3 and older. Limited to 30 children and parents or caregivers are required to attend. For more information call 541-312-1072. JENNY is a sweet 2-year-old coonhound who is hoping to love her way into your heart. She is a talkative girl who loves to play with other dogs. She has also met with a cat at the shelter and was respectful. Jenny absolutely loves the water! She’ll make an excellent adventure partner, although she will likely need to stay on leash as she is a hound, and will follow her nose wherever it leads! If Jenny sounds like the girl for you, come meet her today! Poor SPOOKY! His long-time owner had to relinquish him when he could no longer take care of him. Spooky is about 9 and is very used to people, a friendly boy in search of his new people. He’s still learning to make his way around the cattery at the shelter, but is defi nitely worth your consideration as a mellow guy who just wants some attention, with plenty to give in return! He’s neutered, chipped, and up-to-date on vaccines. SPONSORED BY YOUR PET-FRIENDLY REALTOR! Sponsored by Tween Poetry Writing Camp At the Sisters Library on Tuesdays, April 18 and 25, workshops for budding writers ages 9 to 12 will be presented at 4 p.m. at the Sisters Library. Registration is required by calling Paige at 541-617-7078. CUSTOM HORSE CARE Susan Marcoux 541-410-1421 Spinners/Weavers Group The Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild will meet at the Sisters Library on Saturday, April 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. Liz Moncrief will share on the care and maintenance of looms and spinning wheels. All fi ber enthusiasts are welcome! For more info call 541-639-3217. Tour Seeks Gardens The Sisters Garden Club seeks homeowners who would allow their gardens to be part of this year’s “Quilts in the Garden” tour on Thursday, July 6, during Quilt Show week. If interested, please call Jane at 541-719- 1290 or Larry at 541-419-7194. Sponsor an Impoverished Child from Uganda Hope Africa International, based in Sisters, has many children awaiting sponsorship! For information call Katie Keranen at 541-719-8727 or go online to hopeafricakids.org. ALI MAYEA , Broker GRI, SRS, CNE SISTERS HOMEland REALTY 541-480-9658 aliofsisters Sisters Walking Group Enjoy walking with others? All are welcome to meet every Friday at Village Green Park for a walk from 10 to 11 a.m. For additional information call Gennifer at 541-410-9245. Enter the Rodeo Parade Registration is now open online at sistersrodeo.com for the Sisters Rodeo Parade to take place Saturday, June 10. Be part of the tradition! Entries are limited and the deadline is Monday, May 15. Questions? Call Jeri at 541-588-0689 or 541-549-0251 or email buckmann88@gmail.com. Open Computer Lab Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Library, all are welcome to come to the open computer lab to practice computer skills and get help from library staff. For additional information call the library at 541-312-1072. Accepting Antiques & Bling Sisters Kiwanis seeks donations for its 6th annual Antiques & Collectibles Sale on Saturday, May 27. You may drop off items at Essentials, located at 492 E. Main Ave. Note: No garage-sale items, please; should be antique or vintage; jewelry may include costume and broken pieces, watches, etc. Questions? Call Leart at 541-410-2890. For pickup of large items, call Pam, 541-719- 1049 or Roger, 541-430-7395. EASTER CELEBRATIONS Annual Easter Egg Hunt Sisters-Camp Sherman and Cloverdale Fire present the annual Easter Egg Hunt for ages infant to 11 on Sunday, April 16 at 1 p.m. at Creekside Park and Creekside Campground. Parking is limited; kids should arrive by 12:40 p.m. to be divided into age groups. For more info call 541-549-0771. Holy Week Schedule at Shepherd of the Hills All are invited to Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church this Holy Week: Maundy Thursday Communion service, April 13 at 7 p.m.; Good Friday service, April 14 at noon; Easter Sunday Sunrise service, April 16, 8 a.m. and breakfast 8:30 to 9:45 a.m.; and Easter Worship service at 10 a.m. Info, call 541-549-5831. Kindergarten Roundup Sisters Kindergarten Roundup pre-registration will take place Friday, April 28, with two sessions: 8:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Children who will be age 5 on or before 9/1/17 are eligible for the 2017-18 school year. Call the SES office at 541-549-8981 to schedule an appointment. Forms are at the offic and must be completed and returned by Friday, April 21. Birth certificate and immunization records are required when registering. CPR and First Aid Class Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD will offer the American Heart Assoc. “Heartsaver” CPR/AED and First Aid class at the Sisters Fire Hall on Saturday, April 22 with the First Aid portion on Sunday, April 23, both at 9 a.m. The cost for both days is $10 (or $15 if you require the AHA certifcation card). Register at sistersfi re.com (CPR tab) or at the Sisters Fire Hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Info: 541- 595-5712 or 541-508-9534. Easter Services at Church of the Transfi guration Holy Week services at The Church of the Transfi guration are: Maundy Thursday, April 13 at 7 p.m.; Good Friday, April 14 at noon and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, April 16, ecumenical service with communion at 8:30 a.m. and Episcopal service with holy eucharist, 10:15 a.m. For info call 541-549-7087. Easter Services at St. Edward the Martyr St. Edward the Martyr Catholic Church Easter schedule is as follows: Holy Thursday, April 13, Mass of the Lord’s Supper is at 7 p.m.; Good Friday, April 14, Stations of the Cross is at 3 p.m. and Celebration of the Lord’s Passion is at 7 p.m.; Holy Saturday, April 15, Easter Vigil is at 8:30 p.m.; and Easter Easter at Westside The Sisters campus of Westside Sunday Mass is at 10 a.m. For information call 541-549-9391. Church will celebrate Easter Sunday on April 16 with Easter at Calvary Chapel services at 9 and 10:45 a.m., Calvary Chapel in Sisters with an Easter Egg Hunt for invites the community to the kids following at noon. For celebrate Easter Sunday! The more info call 541-382-7504. Easter service will be held at 10 a.m. at 484 W. Washington Easter Services at Sisters Ave., Suite #D. For additional Community Church Sisters Community Church will information call 541-588-6288. hold a Good Friday service on Easter Egg Hunt, Pancake April 14 at 6:30 p.m., and an Breakfast & Easter Service Easter celebration service on On Easter Sunday, April 16, Sunday, April 16 at 10 a.m. For more information call 541-549- Sisters Nazarene Church invites 1201 or visit sisterschurch.com. the community to enjoy a free pancake breakfast from Camp Sherman Easter 9:30 to 10 a.m., followed by a Chapel in the Pines invites celebration service, “Amazing everyone to the Camp Sherman Love,” at 10:45 a.m. With Community Hall on Easter special activities for kids, and Sunday, April 16, from 10 to 11 an Easter Egg Hunt for kids a.m. for a special Easter service. elementary age and younger. 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