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Wednesday, April 26, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 19 What makes us Oregonians? Café has established itself in Sisters In 2015, Oregon’s popula- tion exceeded 4 million peo- ple. Not only are we grow- ing in number, we’re also changing demographically. Considering that Oregon has a history of racial exclu- sion, these changes prompt questions about Oregonian identity and values. How do we build communities that welcome people of all back- grounds? How are minority and under-represented popu- lations included and treated today? This is the focus of “Where Are You From? Exploring What Makes Us Oregonians,” a free conver- sation with Kerani Mitchell on Tuesday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Sisters Library, 110 N. Cedar St. The program is hosted by the Sisters Women’s Huddle and spon- sored by Oregon Humanities. As an East Indian adop- tee who has spent most of her life in small Oregon towns, Mitchell is accus- tomed to questions about her citizenship and lineage. The constant question- ing of her identity inspired Mitchell to obtain a BA in International Studies from Seattle University, where she focused on multicultural and social justice issues. She’s since held numer- ous positions coordinat- ing people and programs in nonprofit settings, working with immigrant, student, and volunteer populations. She currently works as a coordinator at the year- round arts and cultural non- profit Sisters Folk Festival La Magie celebrated the first anniversary of their Sisters location on April 1. The French-inspired café located on the corner of Hood Avenue and Cedar Street in downtown Sisters, has plenty of options for breakfast and lunch served all day. “We knew Sisters would be a good place for our sec- ond restaurant,” Clarissa Parker, restaurant manager, said of La Magie’s expansion from their Bend store last spring. “It’s a small town. We’re already looking for- ward to the rodeo.” In addition to a full break- fast and lunch menu, La Magie also hosts a full pas- try case in their entry where customers can choose to take items to-go or grab a seat in their comfortable living- room-style café. There is no table service in this portion of the restaurant, but that shouldn’t stop guests from enjoying their wide variety of treats including fresh baked pastries, croissants, savory snacks like chicken-pot-pie and quiche Lorraine, as well as their specialty coffees. Parker has been restaurant manager since October. In her short tenure she has made By Erin Borla Correspondent PHOTO PROVIDED Kerani Mitchell. and serves on the Bend International School Board of Directors. Through the Conversation Project, Oregon Humanities offers free programs that engage community mem- bers in thoughtful, chal- lenging conversations about ideas critical to our daily lives and our state’s future. To RSVP for this event or learn more, visit: www. eventbright.com and search for events in Sisters, or contact SistersHuddle@ icloud.com. hamburgers and stuffed French toast (stuffed with marionberries and marsca- pone) will remain on the menu. As the restaurant heads into a second Central Oregon spring they will have their outdoor seating area open and expanded hours. Beginning May 1, La Magie will be serv- ing breakfast and lunch all day from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. IRISH MUSIC CONCERT BY Sunday, April 30 at 3 p.m. , $15 Episcopal Church of Transfi guration 440-409-9079 is great late! 2007 LEXUS RX350 AWD. Heated leather, moonroof Lexus dealership maintained. 133k. $14,900. DA3919 Mama needs a new ride! FIREWOOD SALES with purchase of signature pasta — Kindling — FREE Bag of Chips — — SISTERS FOREST PRODUCTS with purchase of a sandwich 541-410-4509 541-549-SPOT (7768) SistersForestProducts.com 161 N. Elm St. #A, Sisters Sell Your Car With Us! Best Price! No Hassles! CARFAX Certifi ed! Low Miles • Newer than 2005 Sisters Car Connection 541-815-7397 102 W. Barclay Dr., Sisters — Locally Owned — Breakfast (& Lunch) anytime Our menu is made from scratch, every ve ery day Have you tried our 100% all-natural a atural he e bun? Angus beef burgers on a brioche Delicious rib-eye steak, tuna melt, fantastic sandwiches, soups and terrifi c salads are just a few of our amazing lunches. Tues.-Sun. 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. m . d Ave. A 541-549-6562 • 473 E. Hood m www.lamagiecafe.com Vegan & Gluten-free Options customer service a priority. Every diner has comment cards that she requires her staff to use. Her employees also chimed in on her leader- ship style. “Her smile alone bright- ens up the place,” one said. “People know she’s here — it’s a better place.” Parker is currently updat- ing their menu as well. House favorites including “Rocky Road to Dublin” FREE Garlic or Cheese Bread Year-round PHOTO BY ERIN BORLA Clarissa Parker shows off La Magie’s selection of pastries. Breakfast • Lunch • Ba Bakery akery y Contractors continue construction of the roundabout at the intersection of US 20 and Barclay Drive/McKinney Butte Road. In order to complete the McKinney Butte side of the roundabout, McKinney Butte Road will be closed through Memorial Day, beginning the end of April. The majority of work will occur Monday through Saturday during daytime hours. Traffi c on US 20 will remain open, and work will not provide signifi cant delays for traffi c except for the detour of McKinney Butte Road. Travelers trying to access McKinney Butte should follow signed detour routes using Hood Avenue. Additional information about closures and detours will be posted when applicable.