10 Wednesday, March 15, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S Benefi t Auction Sisters Christian Academy will hold its annual benefi t auction on Friday, March 17 at 6 p.m. at FivePine Conference Center. This year is “An Evening in the Highlands” and includes hearty appetizers; no-host bar; and silent, live, and dessert auctions with incredible items. Tickets are $35 per person and tables of 10 may be reserved. For tickets or info: 541-549-4133. Live Music Fundraiser Doug and Katie Cavanaugh will play in a live music event to raise funds for Circle of Friends in Sisters. It takes place on Thursday, March 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Hood Avenue Art. Suggested donation is $10 and 100% of the proceeds go to the nonprofi t mentoring program. Refreshments will be available. Due to limited seating, an RSVP is requested; please call 541-719-1800. John Craig Ski Tour On Saturday, March 18, the Oregon Nordic Club will ski up and back the McKenzie Pass in the annual ski tour honoring postman John Craig, who died delivering mail from Eugene to Sisters. The non-timed event is held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (start at any time but turn back by 4 p.m.) with a pizza party at Takoda’s afterward. The party starts at 3:15 p.m. with a donation box onsite. Questions? Call 541-647-0942. Book Corner “Flash Sale” The Sisters Library is making room for new books, so the book corner is offering gently used books at a special sale price on Saturday, March 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. All books will go for just $1 each! There’s a large selection of children’s books and a huge selection of fi ction and nonfi ction. Come to the book corner and the library community room for great deals! For more information call Lynne at 541-588-6077. City Council Meetings The Sisters City Council has changed the time and day for the regular meetings. Previously on Thursdays, they will now be held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Sisters City Hall. For additional information, please call 541-549-6022. Kiwanis Meetings Interested in a local civic organization? Sisters Kiwanis raises gifts and money for our community! For a hosted visit or additional information, please call 541-410-2870 or go online to sisterskiwanis.org. Child Car Seat Checkup Become a Mentor The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District will hold a child car seat checkup on Saturday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Fire Hall. Nationally certifi ed technicians will check your child’s seat for any recalls, as well as proper fi t and installation, and caregivers may receive help installing their car seat. No appointment is necessary; plan on at least 20 minutes per seat. For more information call 541-549-0771. Are you interested in becoming a mentor? Circle of Friends in Sisters invites you to attend their training for new mentors on Saturday, March 25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Circle of Friends Clubhouse, located at 353 W. Hood Ave., Ste. 109. Please RSVP to Kelly@ACircle ofFriendsOregon.com. For additional information, please call 541-588-6445. STA Speaker Series Parents of 8th-graders moving to high school next year are invited to an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lecture room at SHS. Presented by SHS Principal Joe Hosang and Counselor Charlie Kanzig, there will be an overview of the 4-year plan, graduation requirements, co-curricular opportunities and more. Eighth- grade students are welcome, but not required, to attend. Questions? Email Charlie at charlie.kanzig@sisters.k12.or.us or call him at 541-549-4045. On Thursday, March 23 at the Sisters Fire Hall, the Sisters Trails Alliance presents Matt Shinderman (OSU-Cascades Senior Instruction of Natural Resources), speaking on the sustainability of trails and recreation in our national forests. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the presentation at 7 p.m. Free to the public! This is part of STA’s Bjarne Holm Memorial Speaker Series. For additional information call 541-815-1543. The Garden has Plots! High School Info Night for Parents of 8th-graders There are still several plots available for the 2017 growing season at Sisters Community Garden, 15860 Barclay Dr. For Humane Society of Central Oregon additional information go to 541-382-3537 sisterscommunitygarden.org or leave a message: 541-588-6212. Outlaws Lacrosse Begins It’s lacrosse season in Sisters, and registered Youth Lacrosse players are invited to the Gear Checkout/Kickoff BBQ on Monday, March 20 at the sports fi eld behind Sisters High School. Checkout is 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. with BBQ following. Parents need to accompany lacrosse kids in grades 1-8 to sign out equipment. Questions? Contact Liam Hughes at SPRD, 541-549-2091, or Michele Hammer at 541-549-2099. Join the Choir! Calling all singers! The Sisters High Desert Chorale and Director Connie Gunterman seek singers ... ages 15 to 115. The fi rst practice is Monday, March 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration, 68825 Brooks Camp Rd. (and every Monday at that time), with a concert in late May. Church doors open at 6:10 p.m. Bring a black 3-ring binder, pencil, and water. For additional info go to sistershighdesertchorale.com or call Connie at 541-588-0362. of the Week dog of the Week cat BRIGHTSIDE ANIMAL CENTER 541-923-0882 “Better Half” Marathon Registration is now open for the annual Sisters “Better Half” Marathon fundraiser. The family-friendly event takes place on Saturday, April 29 with proceeds going 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. 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 additional info call Ron at 541-549-8846. Spinners/Weavers Group The Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild will meet at the Sisters Library on Saturday, March 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. The program will focus on the “summer and winter” weave structure. All fi ber enthusiasts are welcome! For additional information call 541-639-3217. PET PLACE ... … is for FREE pets seeking homes and LOST & FOUND animals. The information is published free by The Nugget Newspaper. LOST DOG: DIXIE is a 6-year-old Springer spaniel, brown and black with a mostly white tummy. She’s very shy and will run from you if you approach her, but she might get in a car if the door is open. She was last seen near the Best Western Ponderosa Lodge & Chevron station. Call 541-420-8229 or 541-306-9344 if seen. Lost pets? Contact the Humane Society Central OR (Bend), 541-382-3537; BrightSide Animal Ctr (Redmond), 541-923- 0882; Deschutes Co. 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. And Facebook.com/FurryFriendFinderBend?fref=ts 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. Remember, your donation is tax-deductible! Questions? Call Leart at 541-410-2890. For pickup of large items, please call Karen at 541-480-1412. SISTERS LIBR ARY March calendar Central Oregon Flora At the Sisters Library on Wednesday, March 15 at noon, local author LeeAnn Kriegh discusses the flora & fauna in our backyards. Her book, “The Nature of Bend,” looks at more than 350 plants and animals found in Central Oregon. Free! Info, call Liz at 541-312-1032. Animal Adventures with High Desert Museum At 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 21, the High Desert Museum presents live animals, stories, and crafts at the Sisters Library for kids ages 3 and older. Limited to 30 children; parents or caregivers must attend. 541-312-1072. The Library Book Club ALINA is an energetic 1-year-old Australian cattle dog mix who came to HSCO as a transfer from an overpopulated shelter in California. Alina is very rambunctious and playful; a little girl with a big personality! She hopes to fi nd an active family to keep her occupied with lots of exercise. Alina can’t wait to fi nd her forever home here in Central Oregon. Could it be yours? Affectionate and confi dent, VAMPY will let you know that she is here and ready for petting! A dominant female, she would do best as the only cat in the home, and in a home with older children. Vampy is pretty vocal and loves snack time – sometimes pilfering the other cats’ treats! She’s hoping for a sunny spot and a comfy bed in a home all her own! SPONSORED BY YOUR PET-FRIENDLY REALTOR! SPONSORED BY Chelsea Bothum Massage Lego® Block Party Build! Read! Play! On Friday, March 31 from 10 to 11 a.m., kids are invited to the Sisters Library to join other builders and a gazillion Legos! For more information call 541-312-1072. Open Computer Lab Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Library, all are welcome to practice computer skills and get help with problems at the open computer lab. 541-312-1072. Family Fun Story Time LMT #17085 ALI MAYEA , Broker GRI, SRS, CNE 541-419 9 -0872 541-419-0872 Read and discuss “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi with other thoughtful readers at the Sisters Library on Wednesday, March 22. The book club runs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Questions? Contact Paige at 541-617-7078 or paigeb@deschuteslibrary.org. SISTERS HOMEland REALTY 541-480-9658 aliofsisters Family Fun Story Times for kids ages birth through 5 take place at the Sisters Library Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and feature songs, rhymes and crafts. Caregivers must attend. 541-312-1072. 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 (Sunday school, childcare) 10:15 a.m. Episcopal Sunday Worship (Sunday school, childcare) Sisters Community Church (Nondenominational) 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 (Nondenominational) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 10 a.m. Sunday Worship New Hope Christian Center (Assembly of God) 222 Trinity Way • 503-910-9069 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Chapel in the Pines Camp Sherman • 541-549-9971 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 (Nondenominational) 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 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 68885 Trinity Way • Branch President, 503-932-2401; R.S. President, 541-549-4499. 10 a.m. Sunday Sacrament Meeting Baha’i Faith Meetings Devotional Gatherings, Study Classes and Discussion Groups. Call for location and times • 541-549-6586 POLICY: Nonprofi ts, schools, churches, birth, engagement, wedding and anniversary notices may run on this page at no charge. 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