10 Wednesday, March 9, 2016 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S The Library Book Club Read and discuss “Delancey: A Man, a Woman, A Restaurant, A Marriage” by Molly Wizenberg with other thoughtful readers at the Sisters Library on Wednesday, March 23. The book club runs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Questions? Contact Paige at 541-617-7078 or paigeb@deschuteslibrary.org. Science Club Presentation At The Belfry on Tuesday, March 22, Sisters Science Club presents Sisters residents Dusty Miller and Barb Schulz. Schulz spent several seasons working in the dry valleys of the Antarctic mountains, and Miller spent a year at the South Geographic Pole studying cosmic rays. The lecture is at 7 p.m. and $5 (but free to students, teachers, and club donors). Doors open at 6 p.m. Info: 541-549-8374 or go to sistersscienceclub.org. Horse Obstacle Course The nonprofi t Mustangs to the Rescue presents an obstacle course practice & tack donation drop-off on Saturday, March 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rolling M Ranch, 69516 Hinkle Butte Dr. $10 per person to cover insurance, with extra proceeds supporting the horses. RSVP if interested: call 541-330-8943 or email info@mustangstotherescue.org. Note: weather permitting! “Better Half” Marathon CPR and First Aid Class The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Department will offer the American Heart Association “Heartsaver” First Aid and CPR class on Monday, March 14 from 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, or stop by the Sisters Fire Hall to register and get information. Questions? Call Gail Butler, 541-595-5712. Student Art at the Library During the month of March, art on display at the Sisters Library features work by students from Sisters Elementary, Middle and High schools, and Sisters Christian Academy. The exhibit is sponsored by Friends of the Sisters Library. Questions? Call Paul Bennett at 541-588-0156. Open Studios at Caldera Caldera invites the community to meet the 2016 Artists in Residence at an Open Studio event on Saturday, March 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Blue Lake. The Caldera Arts Center is at 31500 Blue Lake Dr.; take the Suttle Lake entrance. Free, and no RSVP is required. 541-595- 0956 or go to calderaarts.org. Career Funds Available On Wednesday, March 16, all ages are invited to the Sisters Library at 9:30 a.m. to learn about Twitter and get started with text, photos, and videos. For info call 541-312-1072. Women’s Cancer Support Sisters Solo Club Twitter for Beginners Sisters Cancer Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 24 at Sisters City Hall (conference room B). Marilyn Cornelius of Metabolic Maintenance will speak on supplements. For more information call Jan at 541-549- 2015, Marilyn at 541-382-4492, or Maggie at 541-815-8131. Every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m., kids from birth to age 5 are invited to the Sisters Library for evening story time with songs, rhymes, crafts and PJs! Parents or caregivers must attend. For additional information call 541-312-1072. Camp Sherman Easter Open Computer Lab Alateen in Sisters Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Library, all are welcome to practice computer skills and get help with specifi c problems at the library’s open computer lab. Questions? Please call the library at 541-312-1072. Alateen meetings take place at 7 p.m. every Thursday at The Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration. These meetings are for teens affected by the alcohol or substance abuse of someone in their life, to be able talk with other teens in a safe and confi dential setting. For questions on the meeting call 541-549-1527; for Alateen info go to al-anon.org/for-alateen. Sisters Garden Club will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 12 at Sisters City Hall. Matt Perry of Savory Spices will be the guest speaker. Visitors always welcome! For info call Larry Nelson at 541-549-6027. The Sisters Kiwanis Career Opportunity Fund helps adult residents of Sisters establish an occupational path. Pick up an application at the Kiwanis House, corner of Oak Street and Main Avenue from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursdays, and during regular hours from the Sisters Habitat for Humanity offi ce. For additional information call 541-410-2870. Registration is now open for the 5th Annual Sisters Better Half Marathon. Proceeds from the race on Saturday, April 23 go to the Sisters High School swim team. There are three event distances, and catering by Three Creeks Brewing Co. Visit www.sistershalfmarathon.com or call Bryn at 541-549-1171. Chapel in the Pines invites everyone to the Camp Sherman Community Hall on Easter Sunday, March 27, from 10 to 11 a.m. for a special Easter Service. Questions, call Kathi Beacham at 541-549-9971. Sisters Garden Club Pajama Party for Kids Kiwanis Seeks Donations Sisters Kiwanis seeks donations for its annual Bling, Antiques & Collectibles Sale on May 28. Jewelry, furniture, collectibles and art are sought. Jewelry and small boxes can be dropped off at Essentials (492 E. Main Ave.); for drop-off or pickup or larger items call Dan, 805-235-6307, or Roger, 541-430-7395. Your donation is tax-deductible! Pet Place ... … is for FREE pets seeking homes and LOST & FOUND animals. The information is published free by The Nugget Newspaper. FREE CAT TO A GOOD HOME: This Siamese-mix male was found in Alfalfa but is now in Sisters. He’s neutered, very sweet, quiet and loving; a pretty big boy! Is yours his new fur-ever home? Please call Linda at 541-318-4829 if interested. FREE CAT TO A GOOD HOME: “TIGGER” is a big yellow male tabby, neutered, about 4 years old & healthy, an indoor/outdoor boy. He’d love to warm your lap (and oh, and he likes his food!). Call Suzi at 541-550-9787. Lost pets? HSCO (Bend), 541-382-3537; BrightSide Animal Center (Redmond), 541- 923-0882; Deschutes Co. Animal Control, 541-388-6596; Sisters Vet Clinic, 541-549- 6961; Black Butte Vet Clinic, 541-549-1837; Broken Top Vet Clinic, 541-389-0391; and go to Facebook.com/FurryFriendFinderBend?fref=ts Call to Artists! Friends of the Sisters Library is co-hosting an art show based on the novel “Euphoria” by Lily King. The exhibit is open to all artists, photographers, and artisans in Central Oregon, with the intake of art one day only at the Sisters Library: Thursday, March 31 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. The exhibit will run April 1-30 at the library. For more information call Zeta Seiple at 541-549-6157 or Linda Davis at 541-549-1222. Sisters Hunter Education Classes & Field Day A hunter’s education class begins Monday, April 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Sisters Community Church (then April 6, 11, 13, 18 & 20, 6:30 to 9 p.m.). Field Day is April 16 in Redmond. Go to dfw.state.or.us/hunter/education and pick up materials at Sisters Park & Recreation District. $10 fee. Questions? Call David Jones at 541-863-0955. Spinners/Weavers Group The Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild will meet at the Sisters Library on Saturday, March 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. The topic to be discussed will be Central Oregon sheep fl eece production. All fi ber enthusiasts are welcome! For additional information call 541-639-3217. Register for Little League Wednesday, March 16 is the last day to register for Sisters Little League. Sign up in person at Sisters Park & Recreation District or online at sistersrecreation.com. Umpires, coaches, volunteers and sponsors are also being sought. Questions, call 503-816-7576 or go to sisterslittleleague.org. Speak Your Peace Civility Project Contact The local contact phone number for the Speak Your Peace Civility Project and Citizens4Community in Sisters is 541-549-1482. DOG O G of o f the t h e Week W e e k Cat Ca a t of o f the t h e Week W e e k D BrightSide Animal Center 541-923-0882 Humane Society of Central Oregon 541-382-3537 A newcomers club is forming for those new to the area, or for those wanting to recreate with others. Share your passions with others! Interested in helping to organize the group? Forward your contact info to sisterssoloclub@gmail.com or call 503-332-2114 to discuss. Family Fun Story Time Family Fun Story Times for kids birth to 5 are held at the Sisters Library at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday. They feature interactive songs, rhymes, and crafts, all designed to grow young readers. Caregivers must attend with the child and are encouraged to participate! For more info call 541-312-1072. SOPHIE is almost age 6, and though she looks a bit like she’s frowning, her cute kitten-sized meow will greet you every time! She’s a sweet, loving girl who can be forceful in letting you know that she’s done (or not done) with your attentions! A sunny spot and high perch are most desired, plus, she enjoys an occasional play session with feathers or string. Board Openings for the BBR Police Service District SPONSORED BY YOUR PET-FRIENDLY REALTOR! The board of the Black Butte Ranch Police Service District will have two positions to fi ll effective July 1, 2016. Resident and non-resident property owners may apply; forms are at blackbutteranchpolice.com. Deadline is Friday, May 13. Drop off at the Police Dept. Terms are for three years and require attendance at monthly meetings. Info: 541-595-2191. OREO is a sweet 11-year-old Shih Tzu/Pomeranian mix whose owner didn’t have enough time to care for him. Oreo is playful and very friendly. He has primarily been an indoor dog and would love to remain that way. Oreo is housetrained, knows some basic commands, rides well in the car and is used to being groomed. Come meet him today! SPONSORED BY 541-549-2275 Ali Mayea Broker, GRI, SRS, CNE Ponderosa Properties LLC 541-480-9658 aliofsisters 541-549-8836 541 5 9 8836 54 SISTERS AREA CHURCHES Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (ELCA) 386 N. Fir Street • 541-549-5831 10 a.m. Sunday Worship shepherdofthehillslutheranchurch.com 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 Community Church (Nondenom.) 1300 W. McKenzie Hwy. • 541-549-1201 10 a.m. Sunday Worship (with signing) sisterschurch.com | info@sisterschurch.com Sisters Church of the Nazarene 67130 Harrington Loop Road • 541-389-8960 | sistersnaz.org 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship | 2sistersnaz@gmail.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 Calvary Chapel (Nondenom.) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Westside Church – Sisters Campus 442 Trinity Way • 541-382-7504 | westsidechurch.org 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Vast Church (Nondenom.) 1700 W. McKinney Butte (Sisters High School) • 541-719-0587 9:37 a.m. Sunday Worship | vastchurch.com Seventh-Day Adventist Church 386 N. Fir Street • 541-595-6770, 541-306-8303 11 a.m. Saturday Worship New Hope Christian Center (Assembly of God) 222 Trinity Way • 541-549-2277 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship sistersnewhopechristiancenter.com The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 68885 Trinity Way • 541-977-2766, 541-549-4587, 541-549-1385 10 a.m. Sunday Sacrament Meeting Chapel in the Pines Camp Sherman • 541-549-9971 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Baha’i Faith Meetings Devotional Gatherings, Study Classes and Discussion Groups. Call for location and times • 541-549-6586 ANNOUNCEMENTS POLICY: Nonprofi t organizations, schools, churches, birth, engagement, wedding and anniversary notices may 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. Email to: teresa@nuggetnews.com or drop off a hard copy at The Nugget, 442 E. Main Ave. Your text must include a “for more information” phone number. Deadline is noon, Mondays.