12 Wednesday, July 15, 2015 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S Stars Over Sisters Star Party Learn about the night skies! Stargazers are invited to gather at the Sisters Park & Recreation District building on Saturday, July 18 at 9:30 p.m. for a 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. Free! Info: Ron, 541-549-8846. Kids’ Fun Da” Looking for a fun FREE activity for your kids this summer? Sisters Church of the Nazarene will host a game day geared for ages 4 to 10 on Thursday, July 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. The church is at 67130 Harrington Loop Rd., off Gist Road. Kids will enjoy the giant slip-n-slide, water balloon launcher and other fun water games if it’s warm, and plenty of dry games, too, with a scavenger hunt and more! Parents are welcome to stay, or may drop off the kids for a fun, safe time. Questions? sistersnaz.org, 541-647-4838, or email info@sistersnaz.org. Free Self-defense Class for College Students Sisters Park & Recreation District is offering a free self-defense class for college students, “How Not to Be a Target,” led by Charles Quandt, Sherri Hermens, Kim Manley & Deschutes Co. Sheriff Lt. Scott Shelton (ret.). It takes place at SPRD on Saturday, July 25 from noon to 2 p.m. Class size is limited, so call early to reserve a spot at 541-549-2091. Habitat Build in Kyrgyzstan Sisters Habitat for Humanity is seeking adventurous volunteers to join Jack and MaryAnne McDonnell in Sept. 2015 for a HfH International build-trip to Kyrgyzstan. No building experience is required, just a desire to help a family in need of a decent home while learning each other’s culture! For additional details, please contact Jack or MaryAnne: call them at 541-549-6337 or email jmjaaneho@msn.com. Superhero Academy Kids of all ages are invited to wear their favorite superhero costume and save the day with crafts, stories, and activities on Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. at the Sisters Library. For additional information call the library at 541-312-1072. Have a Standard Poodle? Are you interested in being a part of the Central Oregon Standard Poodle Kennel Club? Get together with others who share your love of this dog. Call Colette, 541-312-0180, text 602-510-3064, email centralor. standardpoodleclub@gmail.com. City Offers Grant Funds The City of Sisters seeks to award grants to nonprofi ts and others for Sisters programs that provide: (1) help for essential food, clothing or shelter; (2) education or recreation for children or seniors; or that (3) generate or support economic activity in Sisters. A community grant application (on the City’s website or at City Hall) should be submitted with letter of interest by Friday, July 17 to Kathy Nelson at City Hall. For info contact her at 541-323- 5213 or knelson@ci.sisters.or.us. Road Closure July 18 Saturday, July 18 from 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., a portion of Main Avenue will be closed for the “Glory Daze” Car Show, from Elm to Larch streets. In addition, Spruce Street from the alley at the Chamber building, north to Main Avenue, will be closed. For additional information, call Jeri at the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce at 541-549-0251. Pam Hardy Presentation On Friday, July 23 at 7 p.m. at the Sisters Fire Hall, Sisters Trails Alliance presents Pam Hardy, Central Oregon fi eld coordinator for Oregon Wild. She will discuss their mission to protect and restore Oregon’s wildlands, wildlife, and waters as a legacy for all Oregonians. Free! Doors open at 6 p.m. at 301 S. Elm St. Info: 541-719- 8822 or go to sisterstrails.com. CPR/AED & First Aid Class Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD will offer the American Heart Association “Heartsaver” First Aid and CPR class on Sunday, July 19 at the Sisters Fire Hall. Cost is $10 ($15 if you require the AHA certifi cation card). Register at the Sisters Fire Hall, 301 S. Elm St., or go to sistersfi re.com to print the registration form (select the “CPR” tab). For information call Gail Butler at 541-595-5712. Old-Time Radio Show Come enjoy Sisters Classic Old-Time Radio Experience (SCORE) at Sisters Community Church on Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m. The players will perform two live-radio broadcasts from Gunsmoke and The Adventures of The Thin Man. Many of the sound effects will be created right on stage! Doors open at 6 p.m.; donations gladly accepted at the door. For more information call 541-548-0601. Summer Story Times Family Fun Story Times at the Sisters Library for ages birth through 5 take place at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday through August 13. They feature songs, rhymes and crafts. Caregivers must attend with the child and are encouraged to participate! For information call the library at 541-312-1072. Volunteer for Parks Board The City of Sisters is accepting applications for one “in-city” and one “out-of-city” volunteer to serve on the Sisters City Parks Advisory Board (3-year terms). The Board advises the City Council on acquisition, development, maintenance and preservation of public parks, trails and open spaces. The Board of seven members typically meets once a month. Applications are online at www.ci.sisters.or.us or at Sisters City Hall and will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday, July 31. Questions? Contact Community Development Director Patrick Davenport at 541-323-5219 or at pdavenport@ci.sisters.or.us. Eckankar ~ Experience the Light and Sound of God All are invited to a worship service on Saturday, July 18 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Sisters Library, “How to Thrive Spiritually in Trying Times.” For more information call 541-728- 6476 or go to eckankar.org. Three Sisters Lions Club Annual Yard Sale Don’t miss the great deals July 17-19! Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Three Sisters Lions Club 6th annual Yard Sale takes place near the corner of Pine and Main, just east of Bright Spot and Sisters Car Wash. All funds raised provide services in our area. You may still donate items in saleable condition. Call Kathleen, 541-410-6831 or Deri, 541-419-1279 to donate. Circle of Friends Seeks Friends for Children Mentoring works! Be someone who matters to someone who matters. Become a friend; someone who listens, who cares, someone who helps a young person grow and succeed. Circle of Friends in Sisters provides training and support. Contact Beth by email at beth@acircleoffriendsoregon. com or call 541-588-6445. You are a Superhero! Youth ages 12 to 17 are invited to a theater seminar workshop at the Sisters Library on Friday, July 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. Turn into your own superhero! The fi nal product is your creation of a monologue describing your new alter ego. For more info call the library at 541-312-1072. Experience Fun with DLT! The Deschutes Land Trust still has spots available for the following FREE events: Kids’ Butterfl y Walk at Metolius Preserve, Wednesday, July 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tree Yoga at Indian Ford Meadow on Thursday, July 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Nature Journaling at Metolius Preserve on Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to noon; and Kids’ Forest Fun at Metolius Preserve on Saturday, August 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration is required at deschuteslandtrust.org. For more info call 541-330-0017. Cancer Support Group Sisters Cancer Support Group for women meets the fourth Thursday each month (except Nov./Dec.) at 10 a.m. at Sisters City Hall (unless otherwise noted). The next meeting is July 23 for sharing and support. For information call Jan at 541-549- 2015, Maggie at 541-815-8131, or Marilyn at 541-382-4492. “Buried Beef & Brew” Spinners/Weavers Group Sisters Park & Recreation District presents a Sisters feast from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. It will take place on the corner of Main Avenue and Fir Street during the Glory Daze Car Show. For a fee you can enjoy beef cooked overnight underground, “beer keg beans” and other side dishes, beer and soda. For more info call 541-549-2091. The Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild will meet at the Sisters Library on Saturday, July 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. All fi ber enthusiasts are welcome to attend! Info: 541-639-3217 or weave-spin-centraloregon.org. Pet of the Week Pajama Part” At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, children age birth to 5 are invited (in pajamas if desired!) to an evening story time at the Sisters Library that includes songs, rhymes, and crafts. Parents or caregivers must also attend and are encouraged to participate. For more info call 541-312-1072. Change Your Life, Pursue Your Passion All are invited to a free monthly support group meeting on Monday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the home of A’Journe Spyker, 68105 Peterson Burn Rd. Questions? Call 360-216-6095 or go to liveyourlegend.net. RFPD Committee Opening The Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD is accepting Letters of Interest to fi ll a 1-year position on the district’s budget committee. The committee reviews and approves the annual budget document as proposed by the budget offi cer. No experience or governmental accounting knowledge needed. Mail Letters of Interest to: Board of Directors, Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD, P.O. Box 1509, Sisters, OR 97759 no later than 5 p.m., July 31. For more information call Fire Chief Roger Johnson, 541-549-0771. “My name is JEFF ond I’m tickled pink thot you’re looking for o lifetime conine componion! I’m o hoppy-go-lucky pup just trying to fi nd my woy in this world. I wos brought to HSCO ofter being found os o stroy without hoving onyone come seorching for me. But thot’s OK, becouse I know I’ll fi nd my perfect fomily. The shelter soys thot I’m obout 1.5 yeors old ond they believe thot I’m o shepherd/husky mix.” C ll the h H i Call Humane S Society of f Central Oregon at 541-382-3537 Sponsored by Chelsea Bothum Massage LMT #17085 541-419-0872 Pet Place ... … is published by The Nugget Newspaper free of charge for FREE PETS seeking homes, and LOST & FOUND animals. FREE CAT, and FREE KITTEN: A friendly, strong, healthy female black cat, spayed and chipped, about 3 years old, needs a dog-free home. ALSO, a female black kitten, about 5 months old, is free to a good home. Please send a text to 541-207-7266 or email dawnsong@dawnsong.com. FREE CHICKS TO A GOOD COOP: Baby Bantam chicks, about 1 month old. Please call 541-550-6379. Contacts if you’ve lost or found a pet in the area: Humane Society of Central Oregon (Bend), 541-382-3537; BrightSide Animal Center (Redmond), 541-923-0882; Deschutes County Animal Control, 541-388-6596; Sisters Veterinary Clinic, 541-549-6961; Black Butte Veterinary Clinic, 541-549-1837; Broken Top Veterinary Clinic, 541-389-0391. SISTERS AREA CHURCHES Sfepferd of tfe Hills Lutferan Cfurcf (ELCA) 386 N. Fir Street • 54.-549-583. shepherdofthehillslutheranchurch.com .0 a.m. – Sunday Worship Tfe Episcopal Cfurcf of tfe Transfi guration 68825 Brooks Camp Road • 54.-549-7087 8:30 a.m. – Ecumenical Sunday Worship .0:.5 a.m. – Episcopal Sunday Worship Crafts/childcare at both services Sisters Community Cfurcf (Nondenom.) .300 W. McKenzie Hwy. • 54.-549-.20. .0 a.m. – Sunday Worship Service sisterschurch.com | info@sisterschurch.com Sisters Cfurcf of tfe Nazarene 67.30 Harrington Loop Road • 54.-389-8960 .0:45 a.m. – Sunday Worship | sistersnaz.org Mountain Range Cfristian Cfurcf (Nondenom.) Meets at Rio Restaurant • 54.-390-0569 9:30 a.m. – Sunday Worship Westside Cfurcf – Sisters Campus 442 Trinity Way • 54.-382-7504 .0:45 a.m. – Sunday Service | westsidechurch.org St. Edward tfe Martyr Roman Catfolic Cfurcf .23 Trinity Way • 54.-549-939. 5:30 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass 9 a.m. Sunday Mass 8 a.m. Monday-Friday Mass Vast Cfurcf (Nondenom.) .700 W. McKinney Butte (Sisters High School) • 54.-7.9-0587 9:37 a.m. – Sunday Worship | vastchurch.com Calvary Cfapel (Nondenom.) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 54.-588-6288 .0 a.m. – Sunday Worship Cfapel in tfe Pines Camp Sherman • 54.-549-997. .0 a.m. – Sunday Worship Seventf-Day Adventist Cfurcf 386 N. 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