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Wednesday, November 11, 2020 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 19 Black Butte School sells wreaths market could become dam- aged due to snow/ice. One constant through many years of wreath sales has been the support of Paula Lovegren, a parent of three Black Butte School alumni. Since 1988, Lovegren has dedicated countless hours to creating gorgeous bows that adorn the wreaths. At that time, Paula worked at a floral shop specializing in making bows for cor- sages, and her mother-in- law, Ruth Lovegren, a Black Butte School Board member encouraged her to join the wreath effort. She has con- tinued to share her unique skill for the 31 years since because the work connected her to the Camp Sherman community and gave needed support to the school. <Black Butte School is special because no child can slip through the cracks,= she said. In recent years, she made over 600 bows, estimating 20 hours of work each holi- day season. This year, she is We buy several wreaths every year to support the students. The wreaths are beautifully made, fragrant, special because no child can slip through the cracks. — Paula Lovegren finally passing on this job to current families. Black Butte School is honoring Paula by engrav- ing her name (once again!) and years of service on the <in recognition of volunteer efforts= plaque that hangs in the Toni Foster Memorial Library at the school. She is also receiving a gift from the Parent Teacher Organization, which is forever grateful for all the time and effort she has spent supporting Black Butte School. PHOTO BY JENNIE SHARP To buy a wreath, visit www.bbswreaths.com. Paula Lovegren is being honored for many years of work on the Black Butte School holiday wreath project. Pick up of wreaths will take place Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We can help ease the burden of winter! Snow Removal • De-icing Wood Splitting/Stacking • Hauling THE GARDEN ANGEL Call 541-549-2882 23 years in business • LCB#9583 “Necessity is the mother of INVENTION” If you can’t find what you are looking for in our hand-forged product line, we can design something to fit your needs and long-lasting! — Hollie Foster Black Butte School is Are you a Veteran or supported our Veterans through peacetime or during a confl ict? We honor and highly respect our Veterans and appreciate their service. VETERANS SPECIAL “Your Local Welding Shop” CCB# 87640 PHOTO BY ALEX JORDAN For decades, Black Butte School families have been selling holiday wreaths to the Sisters Country commu- nity to support unique pro- grams and opportunities for students in Camp Sherman. This year, wreath sales will continue with minor changes to ensure safety during the coronavirus pan- demic. Wreaths are only available for online purchase in two sizes (27-inch and 36-inch outside diameter) at www.bbswreaths.com. Hollie Foster, a Camp Sherman resident said, <We buy several wreaths every year to support the students. The wreaths are beauti- fully made, fragrant, and long-lasting!= Funds raised go to sup- porting the unique outdoor field programs at Black Butte School, as well as cel- ebrations, school supplies, and arts programming. Some funds will be dedicated to a refurbished community play- ground planned for summer 2021. In the spirit of the Camp Sherman Bazaar of years past, the Parent Teacher Organization is hosting an Outdoor Holiday Market on Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. out- side Black Butte School. Folks will enjoy locally made crafts, a toasty fire, and warm drinks. Those who have purchased wreaths are strongly encouraged to pick up their wreath at the mar- ket. If not picked up at the market, wreaths will be hung on the bus barn for people to pick up at their convenience. Wreaths not picked up at the 541-549-9280 | 207 W. Sisters Park Dr. | PonderosaForge.com Fully Cooked NTITY LIM ITED Q U A House-Smoked Turkeys for Thanksgiving Stop by or call to reserve your turkey today. Limited Time Off er! Special Move-in BONUS! Studio Apartments ONLY $2,995 a month! Your kind of living. The Lodge In Sisters is a welcoming, supportive, and nurturing community, where seniors and friends can live, relax, and have fun. If you move in by December 31, you can rent a studio apartment for only $2,995 per month! Contact us TODAY for more details and to set up a tour of our community! 541-588-1268 Call 541-232-1009 or 541-719-1186. 110 S. Spruce St. Open 9 AM -6 PM Every Day We will close at 2 p.m. on November 25 MEATS • CHEESES • EATERY • DRINKERY P RE -O RD E R NOW! 411 E. Carpenter Lane, Sisters thelodgeinsisters.com