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12 Wednesday, October 4, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S All Veterans Invited! Sisters VFW Post 8138 and American Legion Post 86 will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 4 at Sisters City Hall (and meet the fi rst Wednesday of each month, same time and place). All veterans in the Sisters area are encouraged to attend. For info call Lance Trowbridge at 541-903-1123 or Bill Anttila at 541-549-1132. TSID Board Meeting Change The regular board meeting of the Three Sisters Irrigation District is held the fi rst Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. at the district offi ce, 68000 Hyw. 20, but the October 2017 meeting has been moved to Oct. 17. Questions? Call 541-549-8815. Hey Kids, Join the Choir! A Christmas choir, rejoice! Come share your heart & voice! Sisters Children’s Choir practices every Monday from 4 to 5 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 386 N. Fir St. All kids are welcome! For more info call Lola Knox at 541-390-4615 or email sisterschildrenschoir@gmail.com. Parenting Seminar A seminar presenting ways to work through diffi cult moments of parenting and teaching will be held at Sisters Community Church Saturday, October 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn simple techniques using love & logic. Cost is $20pp or $30 couples. Registration is required no later than Wednesday, October 4 at 541-549-1201 or sisterschurch. com/events. Some scholarships are available upon request. Panoramic Special Access Road District Board Term Letters of interest are being accepted for a 3-year-term volunteer position on the PSARD three-member board. Must be a resident of the Panoramic Special Access Road District for more than 90 days and a registered voter. Send to: PSARD, POB 1226, Sisters, OR 97759. For additional information call 541-610-6731. Operation Christmas Child Since 1993, Samaritan’s Purse has delivered 135 million shoebox gifts to children affected by war, poverty, disease, famine and disasters in more than 100 countries. When you buy school supplies, pick up extras to set aside to fi ll your gift shoebox! For details go to samaritanspurse.org/occ or call Joanna at 541-588-0886. Seeking Mentors for Kids Circle of Friends has children in Sisters waiting for a mentor. Can you invest time in the life of a child? For more information call Nicky at 541- 588-6445 or email nicky@ acircleoffriendsoregon.com. Books in Stock! At the Friends Book Corner, fi nd the best, newest gently read books at low prices! Many like-new children’s books are in, along with books on tape, CDs, DVDs, large-print books, fi ction and non-fi ction. You may donate two bags or boxes of books, 10 years or newer, Tuesdays & Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at the corner of Main & Cedar. Questions? Call Lynne Wood at 541-588-6077. Centering Prayer Workshop The Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration hosts a workshop on centering prayer on Saturday, October 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (bring a sack lunch). Four sessions follow from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays: October 11, 18, 25 & November 1. Suggested donation is $30 for all. For more info call 541-382-0086 or email Fr. Farber at jwfarber@ gmail.com or Rita Weick at 2weicks@bendbroadband.com. Stars Over Sisters Star Party Stargazers are invited to gather at the Sisters Park & Recreation District building on Saturday, October 21 at 7 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. It’s the fi nal star party of the season! For more Information call Ron at 541-549-8846. Free Annual Grief Retreat Tom’s Rest in Sisters will be holding a “Support in Grief” gathering for those dealing with the loss of a spouse. The free retreat will run Saturday & Sunday, October 7 & 8. Registration is open to 10 people. For additional details, call Cheryl at 503-332-2114. Taking “Bling” Donations Sisters Kiwanis takes donations of antique or vintage jewelry and watches, even costume and broken pieces, all year long in preparation for next year’s Antique & Collectibles Sale. Questions, or to arrange for pickup of larger items, please call Leart at 541-410-2890. You may also drop off small items at Essentials, at 492 E. Main Ave. October Art in the Library This month in the community room of the Sisters Library, the Central Oregon Spinners and Weavers Guild is displaying members’ fi ber art. In the computer room, Quilts for Kids, a group of quilters that make children’s quilts to donate to kids in need, is exhibiting some that the group will be donating this year. Info: 541-549-6157. Crafters Wanted Crafters are sought to consign for the Snowfl ake Boutique on November 3 & 4. Jury will be at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 7 at Highland Baptist Church in Redmond. Go to snowfl akeboutique.org, or call 541-504-4058, 541-350-4888, or 541-447-1640 for more info. Volunteer with ASPIRE! ASPIRE seeks mentors to advise and assist SHS juniors & seniors navigate a plan to graduation & beyond. Training provided and no experience is necessary; just bring your willingness to help. Experience the satisfaction of guiding youth to a bright and fulfi lling future. For information contact Aspire Coordinator Rick Kroytz at 541-549-3203. Animal Blessing Like humans, animals share in God’s creation. Come to the fi rst blessing of all animals at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 21 at the Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration. Father Joseph will receive a blessing certifi cate. Note: pets must be under their human’s control. Treats available, as well as photography by Rick Judy. For info call Jeanne: 541-588-2157. Raise Your Voice in Song The Sisters High Desert Chorale seeks singers ... ages 15 to 115. Practices are held Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Episcopal Church of the Transfi guration. Join this fun group of people getting ready for the Christmas concert! Info: sistershighdesertchorale.com or call Director Connie Gunterman at 541-588-0362. cat of the Week Humane Society of Central Oregon 541-382-3537 Have Your Pet Spayed or Neutered at No Charge Sisters-area families: need your dog or cat spayed or neutered? Come into the Nugget offi ce and fi ll out the Furry Friends Foundation form; you’ll then be approved to contact Bend Spay & Neuter Clinic to schedule the surgery. Furry Friends pays all costs, plus microchipping, vaccinations, even dog license! Note: you must complete the form before you’re approved to schedule. Info: 541-549-9941. Death in Poetry At 1 p.m. at the Sisters Library on Saturday, October 7, the subject of how poets have viewed death will be explored. Associate Professor of Composition at Central Oregon Community College, Chris Rubio, will look at poems from Emily Dickinson to Richard Blanco. For more info call 541-312-1072. Creative Writing Camp for Tweens and Teens eBook Downloads Lab Meet MARCEL! This boy, and his brother TIGER, have had their adoption fees sponsored! Are you looking for a dynamic duo to complete your family? These guys are such best buddies, they must be adopted to their new forever home together. They’ve lived as indoor/outdoor cats, with dogs and kids, and did very well. Is this the perfect pair for you? SPONSORED BY YOUR PET-FRIENDLY REALTOR! Wednesday, October 11 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Sisters Library, a free lab is offered where you can learn how to use Overdrive to download ebooks and audio books. Bring your library card! For info: 541-312-1072. Animal Adventures with High Desert Museum From 11:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, October 17, the High Desert Museum presents a live animal! Kids ages 3 to 5 are invited to hear their wild tales and join in a fun craft. Limited to 30 children and their caregivers, so arrive early! For more info call the library: 541-312-1072. Magazine & Video Downloads Lab ALI MAYEA, Principal Broker/Owner 541-480-9658 • 541-588-6007 birth announcement ~ cal lounsbury Corey and Tara Lounsbury are pleased to announce the birth of their third son, Cal Lounsbury, born July 19, 2017. He joins big brothers Owen and Rafe at their home in Camarillo, California. Proud grandparents are Kevin and Deby Malan of Camarillo, Trudy Lounsbury of Sisters, and Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Lounsbury, also of Sisters. 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 October calendar On Tuesdays, October 10, 17 & 24, workshops for budding writers ages 9 to 17 will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Sisters Library. Registration is required by going online to deschuteslibrary.org/calendar or by calling 541-312-1072. Help Sisters-area Seniors The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is seeking a volunteer to represent the needs and issues of Sisters seniors on its Advisory Council. Meetings are every other month, Friday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Bend offi ce. Call Susan Rotella at 541-678-5483 or email srotella@councilonaging.org if interested in assisting. SISTERS LIBR ARY 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 Calvary Chapel (Nondenominational) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 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 • 503-910-9069 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 68885 Trinity Way • Branch President, 503-932-2401; R.S. Pres., 541-549-4499. 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 At 10:30 a.m. at the Sisters Library on Saturday, October 21, a free lab is offered where adults may learn how to use RBDigital, Flipster, and Hoopla to download magazines and videos. Info: 541-312-1072. The Library Book Club Thoughtful readers are invited to the Sisters Library Wednesday, October 25, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to discuss the featured book (TBA). Questions? Contact Paige at 541-617-7078 or paigeb@deschuteslibrary.org. Death, Dying and Great Compassion in Buddhism At 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 28 at the Sisters Library, Mark Unno, Assoc. Prof. of Japanese Buddhism at the U of O will explore death, dying, and grief within the cycle of life; and the oneness of great compassion beyond life and death. 541-312-1072. Open Computer Lab Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Library, all are welcome to come to the open computer lab to practice skills and get help with issues from library staff. For info call 541-312-1072. Family Fun Story Time Family Fun Story Times for kids ages birth through 5 take place at the Sisters Library on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. They feature songs, rhymes and crafts designed to grow young readers. Caregivers must attend. 541-312-1072. POLICY: Nonprofi ts, schools, churches, birth, engagement, wedding and anniversary notices may run on this page at no charge. All submissions are subject to editing and run only as space allows, fi rst-come-fi rst-served. 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