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Page 2 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, August 17, 2005 Pain - Stress - Injuries Deep massage - CranioSacral Therapy Monday - Friday by appointment Senior Discounts - Gift Certificates Illinois Valley News An Independent Weekly Newspaper Co-owned and published by Robert R. (Bob) and Jan Rodriguez - Bob Rodriguez, Editor El Jefe Entered as second class matter June 11, 1937 at Post Office as Official Newspaper for Josephine County and Josephine County Three Rivers School District, published at 321 S. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction, OR 97523 Periodicals postage paid at Cave Junction, OR 97523 Post Office Box 1370 USPS 258-820 Telephone (541) 592-2541, FAX (541) 592-4330 Volume 68, No. 22 Staff: Kacy Clement, Michelle Binker, Becky Loudon, Bryan Harley, Tabitha Jackson, Nina Holm Consulting. Member: Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association DEADLINES: News, Classified & Display Ads, Announcements & Letters 5 P.M. THURSDAY (Classified ads & uncomplicated display ads can be accepted until Noon, Friday with an additional charge.) POLICY ON LETTERS: ‘Illinois Valley News’ welcomes letters to the editor provided they are of general interest, in good taste, legible and not libelous. All letters must be signed, using complete name, and contain the writer’s address and telephone number. The latter need not be published, but will be used to verify authenticity. The ‘News’ reserves the right to edit letters. Generally, one letter per person per month at publish- ers’ discretion. Letters are used at the discretion of the publishers. Unpublished letters are neither acknowledged nor returned. A prepaid charge may be levied if a letter is inordinately long in the publishers’ opinion. POLICY ON “HERE, THERE & EVERYWHERE,” DISPLAY & CLASSIFIED ADS & NOTICES: All submissions must be hand delivered, faxed or e-mailed to us for publica- tion. Submissions must be resubmitted weekly if the item is to run more than one week. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One year in Josephine County - $20.80 One year in Jackson and Douglas counties - $24.40 One year in all other Oregon counties and out-of-state - $36 POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to P.O. Box 1370, Cave Junction, OR 97523 (Editor’s Note: Views and commentary, including state- ments made as fact, are strictly those of the letter-writers.) * * * Typed, double-spaced let- ters written solely to this news- paper are considered for publi- cation. Hand-written letters that are double-spaced and legible also can be considered. Cards of thanks are not accepted as letters. * * * Events appreciated From The Emmons Sis- ters: Christina, Victoria, Natalie & Stephanie Grants Pass We appreciate Illinois Valley Chamber of Com- merce and co-sponsors of the annual Concerts in the Park Series. We had a great time performing Aug. 3. It was wonderful to be able to share our music. Everyone was so nice and encouraging. We hope to be considered for next year’s schedule of concerts. We also appreciate the chamber for all it did to put on the Siskiyou Blue- grass Festival at Lake Sel- mac. It was an honor to be included. We look forward to next year. I.V. Chamber efforts From Dulcie Moore, office manager Cave Junction Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce is made up of 97 local businesses and non- profit groups. The business member- ship fee is $70 per year; $36 for nonprofit groups. Our purpose is to strengthen the identity and enhance the image of Illinois Valley’s business community, ena- bling business to grow and prosper by serving as a uni- fied voice and providing service to members. We also promote tour- ism in our valley. Membership fees enable the chamber to maintain its office and serve our valley’s community needs. The of- fice is in the I.V. Visitor Center, which allows us to greet many tourists and visi- tors -- approximately 25,000 each year. We mail tourist packets that include information on local accommodations, res- taurants, and other busi- nesses in the valley offering products and service. The packets also includes a list of special events. The packets are a valu- able tool, reaching not only potential visitors, but those seeking a location to relo- cate their businesses or open a new one. Many functions throughout the year are sup- ported by the chamber. We provide the necessary insur- ance and permits for the Wild Blackberry Festival. We present the seven-week Concerts in the Park series. We help with the Can Slam recycling project, Southern Oregon Guild’s Art in the Garden Tour, the annual Community Christ- mas Celebration, the Christ- mas decorating contest for businesses, and we conduct the annual Citizen and Busi- ness of the Year awards pro- gram. Our major fund-raisers are the annual golf tourna- ment (coming Aug. 27 at Laurel Pines in Cave Junc- tion), the annual Siskiyou Bluegrass Festival at Lake Selmac in July, and the an- nual auction with wine- tasting in November. These programs are supported by our chamber members. We appreciate them and the volunteers who contribute their time and effort to make them successful. The chamber’s website, cavejunctionoregon.com, lists all our members. Plus, members can advertise or announce special events. There are many actions we all can take to promote our beautiful valley. If we work together, our efforts will benefit the future of our community, our businesses, our families and our chil- dren. We can be reached at 592-3326, or visit the office. We are available. 12th Annual Over 100 Fine Arts & Crafts! On the Boardwalk Port of Brookings Harbor Brookings, Oregon 48695.5f0723-0820 We almost expanded our feline family catalog to four last week, but fortunately (depending on whether you’re talking to me or my wife, Jan), our granddaughter Kimberly took to the kitty we ac- quired for her like (per “Forrest Gump”) peas and carrots. What happened is that we found a new home for the sweet Beagle “Snoopy” because it wasn’t fair to him to have to live in a small apartment with “Kimmie” and her dad, Mike. At age 9, she likes pets, and a cat/kitten is just right. We (Jan) found him at Rogue Valley Humane Society in Grants Pass last Saturday, only minutes before they closed for the day. The manager brought us three kittens to meet and greet. One looked almost like our black “Flint Eastwood,” aka “Flinty,” except for a truncated tail. Another was -- I can’t recall. But the third was just right. He’s gray with black tiger-like mark- ings, and has a great personality. Plus, he started his purr device right away, and enjoyed being held like a baby. So he came home with us. Jan became some- what attached to the tiny critter, which is like say- ing that I enjoy breathing a little bit. But we got the new guy for Kimberly, although we would have kept him had she not liked him right off. She hasn’t named him yet. I was calling him “Berry” because of the Blackberry Festival, but I’m sure that name won’t stick. I thought it was a berry good name. Sorry … Before Kimberly took her kitty home Sunday afternoon, we got to spend the night with him. We discovered that he has terrific volume in his tiny voice box, especially when our “Flint” was “playing” with him. Yeah, playing -- like let me hold you down and tenderly nibble your head; or leap and haul you down while you’re trying to climb the back of our almost-paid-for couch. Or, perhaps the best trick of all: Oops, I accidentally laid on your head with my body while you were napping, and I can’t tell that you’re upset even with all the wailing that’s going on. Cats: sheesh. Here are two cat factoids, courtesy of a reader who knows about our cat fancy: In ancient Rome, feline feces were believed to have healing pow- ers. (If there are any Romans out there, please come to our house immediately.) Also, the phrase about a cat having nine lives possibly began in England in the 1400s from a recipe that called for one part cat to nine parts chicken livers. (Thanks, but I’ll have salad.) And for this week, that’s the cat’s meow. FREE • Admission • Parking • Shuttle • Demonstrations • Entertainment • Children’s Art Corner 541-469-7120 www.artfestcoast.com Solo Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Dorian Michael Tuesday, Aug. 23, Takilma Community Building Doors open: 7:30, Concert begins: 8 p.m. $5 to $10 /sliding scale A benefit for the Beta Sigma Phi Those who want to be- come a Beta Sigma Phi soror- ity member, or are already a sister new to this area, can con- tact Cave Junction Laureate Beta Beta Chapter at 592-6009. Southern Oregon Guild (SOG) The Southern Oregon Guild (SOG), settled in at Ker- byville Museum, said that it is offering members and the gen- eral public great opportunities. Those interested in know- ing more about the organiza- tion and the services it provides can stop and check out SOG. It is located in the rear of the museum, and its entrance also is located in the back. To register for workshops, phone the Artist Service Center Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in advance to reserve space: 592-4594. The August/September class schedule (there are class and supply fees): *“Matting your Art,” Penny Niemi, (how to use the SOG mat cutter,) Sunday, Aug. 14 at noon. *“Collage A Gourd,” Niemi, Saturday, Aug. 27, noon. *“Creating Gourd Crit- ters,” Reni Schaeffer. Saturday Sept. 10, noon. *“Marbleizing Paper,” Niemi, Sunday, Sept. 11, noon. *“Polymer Jewelry, How to Make a Goddess “Pendant,” complete with cord/clasp, Donelle Kemmer, Saturday, Sept. 24, time TBA (fee in- cludes supplies). * “Native Plant Illustra- tion,” Naydol & Patty Down- ing, Sunday, Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. SOG is recruiting several pros willing to help get a series of workshops lined up that will deal with the marketing of art. “What we are realizing,” said SOG, “is that there are many great artists here in our community ready to take their art on the road.” “Art Shows,” How to survive them, how to enjoy doing them and what you should know before you go,” this and other classes at the SOG Service Center in Kerby. Dome School Rangers Program 592-3911 for more information No alcohol on premises If you wait for inspiration you'll be standing on the corner after the parade is a mile down the street. - Ben Nicholas - 34th annual September 3, 4 & 5 “Lions-Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow” Parade forms at Evergreen Elementary School on Mon. Sept. 5th, 9:30 a.m. Parade starts at 11 a.m. sharp. Check one or more if qualified. ALL entries must be registered by Aug. 22. How do you like my new summer haircut? Star Quest Call or email and come for a visit. Joyce & Harry Abrams 592-6078 To Reserve: Please pay in advance, $90 for 3 days, or $30 per day for 12’ x 12’ space. Booth Chairman: Carl Jacobson, 592-6310 or Gary Bell 592-3790 Leave name, phone, & address. If you’re interested in joining & helping the I.V. Lions phone Steve Lyons at 592-6441 llamuz@forestedgefarm.com A nonprofit organization
