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12 Wednesday, February 5, 2020 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon A N N O U N C E M E N T S Hunter’s Education Class For a hunter’s education class beginning Tuesday, February 25, register online at odfw.com (hunting–resources–education). It runs two nights per week for three weeks, plus a required fi eld day. For information call Rick Cole at 541-420-6934 or Dave Jones at 541-863-0955. Let’s Talk Asks: Is Sisters Welcoming? Citizens4Community invites all area residents to Let’s Talk, Sisters! — a facilitated discussion series where attendees learn about local topics of interest and exchange viewpoints in a lively but respectful setting. Talks run from 5:45 to 8 p.m. every third Monday at Paulina Springs Books. On Monday, February 17, we’ll discuss: “Is Sisters a Welcoming Place?” Let’s Talk is free, but seats are limited. To reserve your seat, RSVP to citizens4community@ gmail.com. Read more at Citizens4Community.com/events. Explore the Universe Sisters Astronomy Club, a committee of Sisters Park & Recreation District, presents Ron and Elizabeth Polidan’s lecture, “Exploring the Universe with Telescopes” on Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m. at the Sisters Library Meeting Room. Th ere is no charge for this event. For more information contact Jim Hammond drjhammond@ oldshoepress.com or 541-617-1086 THIS WEEK’S Highlights Wednesday, February 5 Dark Sky Project 6:30 p.m. at Sisters High School Friday, February 7 Popcorn & Politics 5 to 8 p.m. at Sisters Library Friday, February 7 Improv Comedy Fundraiser 7 p.m. at Sisters Community Church Saturday, February 8 Chili Feed for Vets noon at Sisters Community Church Sunday, February 9 Backcountry Film Festival 7 p.m. at Sisters Movie House Fireside Evening Historical Slide Show Th ree Sisters Historical Society presents a Fireside Evening Slide Show with Steve Stenkamp: Lost Oregon Ski Areas on Tuesday, February 18 at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 for registration) at FivePine Conference Center. Call Kathy at 541-588-0542 for more information. Backcountry Film Festival Backcountry Film Festival is hosted by Discover Your Forest on Sunday, February 9 at 7 p.m. A free 30-minute class will be at Sisters Movie House. Th e held on Th ursday, February 20 fi lms that are featured during from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. at Life Love this awe-inspiring screening Yoga, 484 W. Washington Ave. come from all corners of the Learn more about why interest is globe. All proceeds go to fund growing in responsible investing, Project SNOW, a program that how your investments can refl ect provides 3,000 Central Oregon your goals and values, & more. kids an unforgettable winter Must RSVP because space is adventure that blurs the line limited: Karen Kassy, 541-549-1866. between science and fun. Be inspired by exhilarating fi lms, Sunriver Art Fair win coveted raffl e prizes from Call for Artists Central Oregon’s best outdoor Th e Sunriver Art Fair, held in retailers, and celebrate all things August each year, is calling for winter. Get your tickets now at artists to apply to our 11th annual discoveryourforest.org. Call 541- juried art fair. Applications can be 383-5572 for more info. submitted on ZAPP until March Popcorn & Politics 9. All application and booth Presidential Debate Watch Party. fees are donated to support the Join Indivisible Sisters & Redmond arts and education and provide to watch the eighth Democratic assistance to vulnerable families. To learn more about the Fair, visit presidential debate on Friday, February 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. at www.sunriverartfair.com, email srartistcontact@gmail.com or call Sisters Public Library. For more info: 541-400-8312. 541-598-7785 or 503-704-5979. Aligning Your Financial Goals with Your Values Annual Chili Feed for Vets Free Spay & Neuter Senior Luncheons & More Ronnie and Susie Frigulti present their 7th annual free chili feed for veterans and their families on Saturday, February 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Sisters Community Church. Th e meal includes homemade mild beef chili with toppings, ham, coleslaw, cake, coff ee and soft drinks. Please RSVP the number of attendees to 541-549-1089 or via email to frigulti@bendcable.com. It’s as easy as 1-2-3. Stop by the Furry Friends Foundation (FFF) offi ce to fi ll out a simple form, call to make your appointment at Bend Spay & Neuter, transport your pet. FFF also sponsors vaccinations. Located in the Sisters Art Works building, 204 W. Adams Ave., Suite 109. For info and hours call 541-797-4023. Adults age 60 and older are invited to join the Council on Aging Senior Luncheon, served every Tuesday at Sisters Community Church. Coff ee and various fun activities begin at 11 a.m. with lunch served at noon. Bingo is played after lunch until 2:30 p.m. For information call 541- 480-1843. Dark Sky Project Sisters High School Astronomy Club, Sisters Astronomy Club (SAC), Sisters Movie House, Paul Alan Bennett, and International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) Oregon Chapter sponsored a screening of “Saving the Dark” on January 15. Th e fi lm was so well- attended that some were turned away from the full theater. Th ere will be another free showing of Saving the Dark on Wednesday, February 5 at Sisters High School beginning at 6:30 p.m. Info: contact Rima Givot at rima. givot@ssd6.org. Improv Comedy Fundraiser Back by popular demand, Silent Echo Th eater Company presents a family-friendly improv show, Friday, February 7 at 7 p.m., at Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Highway. Seasoned local players, including Paul Bennett, Carolyn Platt and Lisa Bergren Fetrow, make up stories, songs and fun on the spot — based on audience suggestions. Suggested donation is $5. For more info call 310-710-2874. Complete Your Craft Projects Do you have unfi nished projects that you don’t seem to have time to complete? Projects can be as simple as sewing those buttons on that shirt, handiwork; cross stitch or embroidery items. How about that photo album you’ve wanted to put those pictures in? Join others on Saturday, February 22 to set aside time for encouragement and accomplishment. Meeting at Sisters Church of Th e Nazarene, 67130 Harrington Loop, from 10 a.m. to noon. For more info please contact Pastor Jason at 541-389- 8960 or Chris at 503-679-2499. A Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers: Late Stage class is being sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association on Tuesday, February 25 from noon to 3 p.m. at Sisters Library. Hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and providing meaningful connection for the person with late-stage Alzheimer’s and their families. For more information or to register, call 800-272-3900. Dementia Caregivers Group Weekly on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at 737 E. Black Butte Ave. For more information please email Kathyn at Katindahood2@gmail.com. Chapel in the Pines Camp Sherman • 541-549-9971 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Sisters Church of the Nazarene 67130 Harrington Loop Road • 541-389-8960 | sistersnaz.org 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship | 2sistersnaz@gmail.com Westside Sisters 442 Trinity Way • 541-549-4184 | westsidesisters.org 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 6 p.m. Worship the 3rd Tuesday of each month 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 Th e Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 452 Trinity Way • Branch President, 541-420-5670; 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 Sisters Libr ary February events Family Fun Story Time Family Fun Story Time for kids ages birth through 5 takes place at the Sisters Library on Th ursdays, February 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 10:30 to 11 a.m., with songs, rhymes and crafts, all designed to grow young readers. Caregivers must attend. Info: 541-617-7078. Diviértete con Libros A free support group for caregivers of those suff ering with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia takes place the fi rst Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Sisters Park & Recreation District building. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, meetings provide emotional, educational, and social support. Call 800-272- 3900 or go to alz.org/oregon. Interactive Storytime (in Spanish) with stories, songs rhymes and crafts. Wednesdays February 5, 12 and 19 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Sisters Library. Ages birth to 5 years. Call 541-312- 1073 for info. Tiempo de Cuentos Interactivo con cuentos, canciones, rimas y manualidades. Edades 0-5. Los Miércoles a las 10:30. Sponsor an Impoverished Child from Uganda eBook Downloads Hope Africa International, based in Sisters, has many children awaiting sponsorship! For more information go to hopeafricakids. org or call Katie at 541-719-8727. PET OF THE WEEK Humane Society of Central Oregon 541-382-3537 Learn how to download eBooks and audio books from the library to your laptop, tablet, e-reader or smart phone. Wednesday, February 12 at 10 a.m. at Fika Sisters Coff eehouse. Call 541-617-7078 for info. Know Japan: Beyond the Barbed Wire Linda Tamura, author of two books on Japanese Americans, will share her family story of Japanese-American incarceration. Th ursday, February 13 at 1 p.m. at Sisters Library. Call 541-312-1029 for info. Anti-Valentines Treats Learn how to mix up gross, easy and fun, no-bake sweets that will be perfect for romantics and cynics alike. Th ursday, February 13 at 4 p.m. at Sisters Library. Ages 10-17. No registration required. Info: 541-617-7078. Th ich Nhat Hahn Sangha Meditation Group SISTERS-AREA CHURCHES Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (ELCA) 386 N. Fir Street • 541-549-5831 10 a.m. Sunday Worship shepherdofthehillslutheranchurch.com Sisters Community Church (Nondenominational) 1300 W. McKenzie Hwy. • 541-549-1201 10 a.m. Sunday Worship (with signing) sisterschurch.com | info@sisterschurch.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 Church (NW Baptist Convention) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 10 a.m. Sunday Worship | ccsisters.org Th e 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) Living with Alzheimer’s Meet DOZER, a sweet and goofy four-year-old boxer mix who is ready to fi nd his forever home! Dozer is a little slow to trust new people, but he quickly becomes a cuddly and playful pooch when he knows you! This handsome man loves to spend his time playing with his squeaky toys, munching on yummy treats, and cuddling with his favorite humans! Come meet Dozer today! SPONSORED BY YOUR PET-FRIENDLY REALTOR! Lego Block Party Kids ages 0-11 can be creative building with the Legos the library provides. Saturday, February 15 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. No registration required. Call 541-617-7078 for info. Th e Library Book Club Read and discuss “Th e Library Book” by Susan Orlean with other thoughtful readers at the Sisters Library on Wednesday, February 26, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Info: 541-617-7078. Law Library Offi ce Hours ALI MAYEA, Principal Broker/Owner 541-480-9658 • 541-588-6007 Law library staff will be available at Sisters Library to assist with legal information questions and provide research training to access the law library. Th ursday, February 27 from 4 to 6 p.m. Call 541-617-7089 for more info. POLICY: Business items do not run on this page. Nonprofi ts, schools, churches, birth, engagement, wedding and anniversary notices may run at no charge. All submissions are subject to editing and run only as space allows. Email lisa@nuggetnews.com or drop off at 442 E. Main Ave. Your text must include a “for more information” phone number. Deadline is 5 p.m. on Fridays.