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10 Wednesday, October 7, 2015 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S Rendezvous in the Pines On Friday, October 9 at Aspen Lakes Lodge, the Rotary Club of Sisters presents an Oktoberfest dinner, wine and beer tasting, wine and beer raffl es, silent auction, dessert auction and fun! It begins at 6 p.m. and is a fundraiser to purchase a walk- behind tractor for Seed to Table and Rotary projects. Tickets are $40; purchase from Rotarians and at US Bank. Questions? Call Lei at 808-741-1642. Stars Over Sisters Star Party Stargazers are invited to gather at the Sisters Park & Recreation District building on Saturday, October 10 at 7 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! Questions? Please call Ron at 541-549-8846. Scholastic Book Fair The “Undead & Well-read” Fall Scholastic Book Fair at the Sisters Middle School library will run Monday, October 12 through Wednesday, October 21 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and during parent-teacher conferences. All proceeds will go toward purchasing new books! For additional information call 541-588-8435. Alder Springs Hike Thursday, October 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., join the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Moorehead for a hike to Alder Springs and beyond, following Whychus Creek to the Deschutes River. Registration is required at oct8hikeas.eventbrite.com. Questions? Call the Deschutes Land Trust at 541-330-0017. Trail Journaling with DLT Sunday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kolby Kirk to explore the Metolius Preserve and learn journaling techniques. You must register online at oct11 journalingmp.eventbrite.com. Questions? 541-330-0017. Celebrate Recovery! A Celebrate Recovery Kickoff Celebration will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 15 at Westside Church - Sisters Campus. Anyone struggling with hurts, hang-ups, or habits is welcome to come to this Christ-centered recovery meeting, sponsored by Sisters- area churches. Following the kickoff, it will then meet every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Westside Church-Sisters. For additional information call 541-389-6859. CPR and First Aid Class Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD will offer the AHA “Heartsaver” First Aid and CPR class on Sunday, October 18, 9 a.m. to about 4 p.m. at the Sisters Fire Hall. Cost is $10 ($15 if you require the AHA certifi cation card). Log on to sistersfi re.com and select the “CPR” tab to print the registration form, or stop in at the Sisters Fire Hall. For info: Gail at 541-595-5712. Women’s Cancer Support Sisters Cancer Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. at Sisters City Hall on Thursday, October 22 at 10 a.m. For more info, please call Jan at 541-549-2015, Maggie at 541-815-8131, or Marilyn at 541-382-4492. Streets Closed for Faire Due to Harvest Faire, Main Avenue will be closed Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11 from Elm to Larch streets, with no thru traffi c on North Fir and North Spruce streets. However, N. Fir St. will be open for access to the concert at The Belfry Friday evening only. Questions? Call the chamber, 541-549-0251. Authors’ Booth at Faire Sisters Authors will have a booth at the Harvest Faire this weekend with novelists, non-fi ction and tech writers, and authors of children’s books. There will be drawings throughout the weekend for free books so stop by for an entry form. The group’s meeting this month only is on Friday, October 16, 10 a.m. to noon. Regular meetings resume in November on the 2nd Friday. For info call 541-588-0081. Community Dinner, Silent Auction & Outlaws BINGO On Monday, October 12, all are invited to a night hosted by SPRD & Outlaws Together. At 5:30 p.m., enjoy dinner for just $2 per plate by Los Agaves Mexican Grill, then Bingo begins at 6:30 p.m., $15 for 11 games. Great prizes, with a grand prize of an iPad Mini 3! A silent auction is offered as well. Info: Tim, 541-549-4050. Geologist to Speak on Predicting Earthquakes The Sisters Science Club presents Geologist Dr. Danielle McKay on Tuesday, October 27 at The Belfry. The lecture is free and begins at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.). Dr. McKay will discuss the science of predicting Oregon’s next big earthquake and tsunami. Questions, call 541-419-4679. Mac Photo Software Class A free class on the new Apple photo software will be offered at the Sisters Library on Thursday, October 15 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Andrew Gorman of MacTek in Bend invites anyone interested to come learn the software that has replaced iPhotos. For more information call 541-848-3103. “Know Out West” at the Sisters Library On Thursday, October 22 at noon at the Sisters Library, the community is invited to a presentation on Native Americans in the greater Sisters area. The event is free, and takes a look at what we can learn from the archeology and legends of the early residents of Sisters. For more information call Liz at 541-312-1032. Digital Downloads Lab On Wednesday, October 14 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Sisters Library, a free open lab is offered where you can get help on eReaders, eBooks, digital music, magazines and more. Registration is recommended in person at the library or call 541-312-1072. Crafters Wanted Quality rafters for the 40th annual Snowfl ake Boutique (11/6-7) are being sought as consigners. Jury will be held Saturday, October 10, 9:30 a.m. at Highland Baptist Church, Redmond. Jan, 541-350-4888 or Tina, 541-447-1640. “Love It & Leave It” Day The community is invited to help clean up area trails and hike with a wilderness ranger or trained volunteer on Saturday, October 17, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet at the Sisters Ranger Station; groups will carpool to trails after placement according to various hiking abilities. Please RSVP by calling 541-390-2400 or register online at centralcascades.org. The Library Book Club Read and discuss “The Signature of All Things” by Elizabeth Gilbert with other thoughtful readers at the Sisters Library on Wednesday, October 28 at 5:30 p.m. Questions? Contact Paige at 541-617-7078 or paigeb@ deschuteslibrary.org. Benefi t Concert with Dana Lyons On Saturday, October 17 from 8 to 10 p.m., a benefi t concert with folk and alternative rock musician Dana Lyons will be held at HarmonyHouse, 17505 Kent Rd. Funds raised will go to Equine Outreach of Bend. Doors open 7 p.m. for a potluck or bring-your-own picnic; BYOB. Tickets are $25 online at equineoutreach.com or call Lynn at 541-419-4842. Volunteer for Technical Advisory Committee The City invites those interested to apply for the Community Assets Technical Advisory Committee to advance two project concepts considered feasible: a Field House, and Combination Project (to include a convention center with winter sports park and arts/science/ history building). Applications are at City Hall or ci.sisters.or.us and will be accepted through Friday, October 19. For greater detail contact Kathy: knelson@ ci.sisters.or.us or 541-323-5213. Golden Eagle Lecture Frank Isaacs, co-founder of the Oregon Eagle Foundation, will discuss the status of golden eagles in Oregon in a free lecture at The Belfry, “On Golden Eagle Wings.” The lecture is on Sunday, October 18 at 1:30 p.m. and is free, presented by Friends of the Sisters Library and the Jim Anderson Chair Endowment. Questions? Call 541-410-9070. Concert with re:Voiced On Monday, October 19, the a cappellla group re:Voiced is returning for a concert at Sisters High School at 7 p.m. The SHS Jazz Choir will also perform. $10 for students, $15 for adults (under 3 free). Purchase tickets at the door or in advance at musicrevoiced.com (processing fees apply). Come support the jazz choir and don’t miss a great performance! For info call Ann Alisa at 541-588-8435. Family Math Night! Sisters Elementary School and the SPTC (Sisters Parent Teacher Community) invites everyone to Family Math Night on Thursday, October 22 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at SES. Learn about Math Common Core and make math games to take home. Just $1 for pizza and drinks! Info: 971-570-2405. Fire District Events On Saturday October 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Cloverdale RFPD presents Public Safety Day at the Sisters Rodeo Grounds. Come see fi re trucks, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles; fi refi ghters will perform demonstrations. Helicopters from AirLink and Life Flight are scheduled to fl y in. And on Sunday, October 11 from 1 to 2 p.m., Cloverdale Firefi ghters will hold their annual memorial service for past members at Station 601, 68787 Geo. Cyrus Rd. All are invited. Info, call 541-389-2345. Annual Halloween Parade Sisters Halloween Parade, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sisters, will take place on Friday, October 30 at 3 p.m. at Fir Street Park. Kids up to age 10 must be in costume and accompanied by their parent or caregiver. Costumes are required for kids, along with a registration form available at the Sisters Library. A donation of a non-perishable item for the Sisters Food Bank is also requested. Info: 541-350-3085. Pajama Parties for Kids Beginning October 13, every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. kids birth to age 5 are invited to the Sisters Library for evening story time with songs, rhymes, crafts and PJs! Caregivers required to attend. For info: 541-312-1072. Inner Matrix Book Club This club meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at 68105 Peterson Burn Rd. Contact: A’Journe Spyker, 360-216-6095 or ajourne.1111@gmail. For more information: joeyklein.com. Pet of the Week Free Child Wellness Check Healthy Beginnings is coming! For families with kids age birth through 5, a free wellness and developmental screening takes place at Sisters Elementary School on Friday, October 16. Appointments available 9 a.m. to noon; walk-ins welcome 9 to 11 a.m. Info on applying for health insurance through Oregon Health Plan will also be available. For appointment: 541-383-6357 or myhb.org. Family Fun Story Times Family Fun Story Times for kids birth through 5 are held at the Sisters Library every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. and feature interactive songs, rhymes, and crafts. Caregivers must attend and are encouraged to participate in all the activities! For more info: 541-312-1072. Meet MARCELL! This stunning 3-year-old cattle dog mix came to HSCO as a stray. Since his history is unknown, a home with patience and the energy to start training from scratch is needed. Marcell is a sweet boy who warms up quickly to people, though he can be a bit timid at fi rst. This active, high-energy pup loves to fetch and will need regular play time and mental stimulation to stay happy. Come meet him today! Call the Humane Society of Central Oregon at 541-382-3537 Sponsored Sp ponso ore red d by y Chelsea Bothum Massage LMT #17085 541-419-0872 SISTERS AREA CHURCHES Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (ELCA) 386 N. Fir Street • 541-549-5831 shepherdhillslutheranchurchsistersor.com 10 a.m. – Sunday Worship Sisters Community Church (Nondenom.) 1300 W. McKenzie Hwy. • 541-549-1201 10 a.m. – Sunday Worship Service (with signing) sisterschurch.com | info@sisterschurch.com St. Edward the Martyr Roman Catholic Church 123 Trinity Way • 541-549-9391 5:30 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass 9 a.m. Sunday Mass 8 a.m. Monday-Friday Mass The Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration 68825 Brooks Camp Road • 541-549-7087 8:30 a.m. – Ecumenical Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m. – Episcopal Sunday Worship Sunday School and childcare at both services Sisters Church of the Nazarene 67130 Harrington Loop Road • 541-389-8960 10:45 a.m. – Sunday Worship | sistersnaz.org Westside Church – Sisters Campus 442 Trinity Way • 541-382-7504 10:45 a.m. – Sunday Service | westsidechurch.org Vast Church (Nondenom.) 1700 W. McKinney Butte (Sisters High School) • 541-719-0587 9:37 a.m. – Sunday Worship | vastchurch.com Calvary Chapel (Nondenom.) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 Seventh-Day Adventist Church 10 a.m. – Sunday Worship 386 N. Fir Street • 541-595-6770, 541-306-8303 New Hope Christian Center (Assembly of God) 11 a.m. – Saturday Worship 222 Trinity Way • 541-549-2277 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 10:30 a.m. – Sunday Worship 68885 Trinity Way • 541-977-2766, 541-549-4587, 541-549-1385 sistersnewhopechristiancenter.com 10 a.m. – Sunday Sacrament Meeting Chapel in the Pines Baha’i Faith Meetings Camp Sherman • 541-549-9971 Devotional Gatherings, Study Classes and Discussion 10 a.m. – Sunday Worship Groups. Call for location and times • 541-549-6586 ANNOUNCEMENTS POLICY: Nonprofi t organizations, schools, churches, birth, engagement, wedding and anniversary notices are welcome to run on this page at no charge. Sisters events take fi rst priority. All submissions are subject to editing and run only as space allows. Submit via email to: teresa@nuggetnews.com, or drop off a hard copy at The Nugget offi ce, 442 E. Main Ave. You must include a “for more information” phone number in the announcement. 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