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Wednesday, May 23, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 31 Lightning spikes the sky... VOLUNTEERS: Tickets for Sisters Rodeo are going fast Continued from page 3 manager, who was part of the group that resurrected the rodeo in the 1970s. “Customer service is our greatest priority,” Williams explained, “with purchas- ers sometimes asking details, such as how high the bleacher seats are, how big the seats are and what area will best fit their point of interest.” Barrel racing fans tend to like sit- ting in the center of the arena, while bucking stock fans like being closer to the chutes. Larger-sized fans often pur- chase two seats for their own comfort. Handicapped fans also get seating with one companion in a special loca- tion that some feel are the best seats in the house. There are also queries about parking, which is free at Sisters Rodeo, and about food and pets. The rodeo strongly encourages fans to leave their pets at home. Only service animals are allowed at the rodeo in the ADA (handi- capped) section. “The parking lot gets very hot and dangerous for pets left in a vehicle,” Williams exclaimed. “Our bleachers do not have any space for a pet, even on the walkways.” With a change in Friday night from open to reserve seating, there was concern that fans may not receive this PHOTO PROVIDED Cathy Williams, foreground, has been operating the Sisters Rodeo ticket office for 28 years. well. On the contrary, the sales people have found that most purchasers are happy with the change. They feel they can get the seats they want without needing to arrive really early to rush to that area. “We are outselling last year at this time,” Williams said. “It is smart to purchase tick- ets now for any performance if you have a section where you really want to watch the show.” Early purchase also avoids buying standing-room tickets when the seats are all filled. For performances that allow children under 12 free access with a ticket, the sales staff and the answering service are sure to ask any purchasers if they have chil- dren they’re bringing to that performance. The ticket office closes on Friday of rodeo week so the crew can pack up and move tickets to the rodeo grounds for that night’s per- formance. The ticket sales team then returns to what they’ve learned to enjoy, get- ting happy fans in the stands for The Biggest Little Show in the World. Sisters Rodeo will begin June 6 with Xtreme Bulls followed by four rodeo per- formances June 8-10. For tickets and information, call the ticket hotline at 541-549- 0121 or 1-800-827-7522, or visit the ticket office at 220 W. Cascade Ave. in Sisters. For information visit www. sistersrodeo.com. PHOTO BY TREVOR SMITH A heavy lightning storm pummeled the area on Tuesday, May 15. The spikes to the right are coming down right on Sisters. God bless America and those who have lost their lives so we may live free. Patty Cordoni Principal Broker/Manager of Farm, Ranch & Vineyard Division 541.771.0931 patty.cordoni@cascadesir.com come celebrate life at the Ranch! Let Me Help You Find The House To Hang Your Flag On! Happy Memorial Day & Thank You, Veterans. Winfield Durham, Broker 541-420-9801 LICENSED BROKER IN THE STATE OF OREGON 625 N. Arrowleaf Trail, Sisters “Purchasing a new home can be such a daunting endeavor. Kathy made it a wonderful and stress- less experience. Every phone call to Kathy was so upbeat and helpful. She made it possible for us to purchase our new house in Sisters. We are so grateful for all she did to make it happen!” — Dan and Lori Chase I want to give a huge thank-you to Ellen Wood at Cascade Sotheby’s, the Realtor in this transaction. She is always professional and a delight to work with! Kathy Kemper-Zanck Branch Manager | Sr. Loan Offi cer Cell 541-749-0610 Fax 541-610-1813 | NMLS 255580 747 SW Mill View Way, Bend Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #1169 (Sisters offi ce coming soon!) 3 NEW LISTINGS! EAST MEADOW 18 GOLF HOME 113 Lots of space for living and entertaining. A MUST-SEE home! Commanding views of Black Butte, complete renovation in 2008~ $975,000 • mls 201803936 $749,000 • mls 201804310 GOLF COURSE CONDO 103 1/5 interest! On the course, incredible view of Black Butte~ $75,000 • mls 201803952 We’re your neighbors... Exclusive Onsite Realtor – and over half our agents live here! Don Bowler • Gary Yoder • Dick Howells • Carol Dye • Joe Dye • Ross Kennedy • Katie Williams Come see us! Open from 9 to 5 daily, adjacent to the Lodge Pool Complex 541-595-3838 | View all our listings at howellsrealtygroup.com
