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Wednesday, December 5, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A very canine Christmas — By Jodi Schneider, Correspondent — Last Saturday Sisters was brimming with holiday merriment — including the four-legged kind. For the third year Kathy Deggendorfer hosted a Holiday Open House Celebration at the Art Works Building with fundraisers ben- efitting Furry Friends Foundation, Sisters Outlaws Equestrian Team, Sisters Kiwanis Food Bank, and Black Butte School. Pet parents brought their beloved dogs inside to get a special portrait with St. Nick. Santa had time to park his sleigh at Sisters Art Works and put in a special appearance for Pet Photos with Santa, which benefits Furry Friends Foundation. FFF in turn helps Sisters families in need by maintaining a pet-food bank, providing assistance with spay/neuter programs and unexpected veterinary expenses At Saturday’s event, the “big dog” himself posed with 63 canines. “Lots of dogs have showed up for so many years; I look forward to seeing how they are doing,” said Furry Friends Foundation founder and director, Kiki Dolson. “It’s fun watching the dogs react to Santa, some are brave, but some are really scared. Many of the dogs know Santa (Sam Hernandez owner of Central Bark) but don’t recognize him in the Santa suit. So, with a lot of coaxing they make it over to him. Sam will secretly lower his 13 Looking for the perfect gift for the outdoor person in your life? We carry a large selection of clothing, footwear, hiking, back-packing and climbing supplies, snow-shoes and more! Gift cards available for the hard-to-shop-for person! 103 E. Hood Ave. • 541-904-0778 | Open 10-5 every day PHOTO BY JODI SCHNEIDER Santa beard just long enough for the pup to get a quick sniff and happy tail wags ensue, often with the dog jumping in his lap.” Dolson noted that FFF is in the midst of its busiest season. “Furry Friends has many pets to feed this holiday, with applications still being accepted. The pet-food drive is in conjunction with Sisters Kiwanis and Sisters RFPD Spirit of Giving Foodshare & Gifts program.” Much-needed cash donations are being accepted at the Furry Friends office, online at www.furryfriendsfoundation.org, or by mail to P.O. Box 1175, Sisters, OR 97759. There is a giving tree set up at Sisters Feed & Supply; pull a tag to purchase pet food and they’ll deliver. Mackenzie Creek Mercantile Fall and winter are the seasons when Mackenzie Creek Mercantile really shines. This is your hometown head- quarters from winter gear — from your base layer to your warm winter coat. It’s a great place to give the man in your life the gift of adventure, with clothing and gear for men that is both rugged and stylish. From snow boots to fleece, you’ll find what you need here to enjoy this beautiful but bone-chilling season in Sisters Country. And when your excursion out into our winter won- derland is done, build a fire and slip into Minnetonka slippers and moccasins, courtesy of Mackenzie Creek Mercantile. To outfit the young ones, there’s a new line of Lazy One kids wear — from snow suits and gloves to cozy and colorful PJs. And for the strong, independent lady in your life — McKenzie Creek Mercantile fea- tures a beautiful line of concealed-carry purses. — 8th Annual — Holiday Faire Located at 142 E. Main Ave. , Sisters November 23 - December 16 Great selection handmade items from local vendors. High quality! Unique gifts! Free admission! Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. SPONSORED BY THREE SISTERS LIONS CLUB MACKENZIE CREEK MERCANTILE Where Quality Fashion Meets The Great Outdoors Paulina Springs Books You can open up whole new worlds with the gift of a book. Pick up Paulina Springs Books’ Holiday Books Gift Guide and you’ll find brilliant ideas to put under the Christmas Tree. There’s also a great selection of toys, games and gift items to stuff a stocking. Come in and browse — this local trove will reward you with treasures. Paulina Springs Books is hosting the 23rd Annual Angel Tree Book Drive now till December 24. Books purchased for the Angel Tree are given to local chil- dren. Shoppers choose a card from the Angel Tree and select the book they would like to purchase. There’s nothing more fun for a family gathering than put- ting down the electronic devices and playing a game together. Paulina Springs has an outstanding selection of games that will challenge, excite and help your family create wonderful holiday memories. 541-549-8424 | 290 W. Cascade Ave. www.mackenziecreekmercantile.com Looking for Holiday Gifts? You d do Y don’t on ’ need d to l leave S Sisters! i ! W We h have books book ks for all ages, games, toys, stuffed animals, cards and so much more. a The Holiday Book Guide is Here! T 30% Off Everything In The Guide! Sisters’ local bookstore for over 26 years
