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Page 2C YOUR EO NEWS East Oregonian Saturday, April 8, 2017 Head Start celebrates dudes Photo contributed by Karen Krein Pool players raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation during the Feb. 25 Mush Memorial at Hermiston Tavern. Pool tourney raises $15K for juvenile diabetes The Mush Memorial recently raised $15,133 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The pool tournament is held in memory of Michelle “Mush” Monaghan, an avid pool player who died in 2002. Held Feb. 25 at Hermiston Tavern — where Monaghan used to work — staff at the bar have held the event for 15 years. “You see, we had a friend, a happy-go-lucky young lady that passed away due to juvenile diabetes,” said Karen Krein. “She was very involved in the pool leagues and loved to play the game.” Krein and others are committed to helping fight the disease that took their friend. Each year, Krein said more people and businesses attend and contribute to the cause. Formerly referred to as juvenile diabetes or insu- lin-dependent diabetes, Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that can afflict both children and adults suddenly. According to the JDRF, it’s Dads, grandpas, uncles, older brothers and other male role models in the lives of children were celebrated during an event hosted by Umatil- la-Morrow County Head Start. A Day for Dudes — held March 21 at Rocky Heights Elementary School in Hermiston — included wood-building activities, thanks to donations from Smitty’s Ace Hardware and Home Depot. Also, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Kenne- wick provided dinner. A total of 45 “dudes” and 59 children participated in the event. In addition, each child received a free book and an entry for a chance to win a bike. “We were able to posi- tively impact a total of 104 lives in one evening,” said Jonny Badillo, family advocate and co-organizer of the event. “I just want to extend my gratitude for all the people and establishments that made A Day for Dudes a huge success.” Erin Richards, family education and support director, said dads and male caregivers have an opportunity to make a huge impact in their child’s life. She cited studies that indi- cate children with highly involved fathers were 43 percent more likely to excel in school. The event also served to introduce education sessions, which began April 4. Both children and male caregivers can attend a series of Nurturing Fathers workshops. For more information about programs and workshops, call Badillo at 541-564-6878 or visit www.umchs.org and click on the little red wagon. THANK YOU Community supports hockey fundraiser Photo contributed by Karen Krein The 15th annual Mush Memorial, held Feb. 25 at Hermiston Tavern, raised more than $15,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. not related to diet or lifestyle. At present, there is no cure. For more about the fund- raising efforts at Hermiston Tavern, call 541-567-3971. To learn more about the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, visit www.jdrf. org/oregon. On behalf of The Students of Pilot Rock Loves Hockey Group, we want to say thank you to the following individuals or businesses for prizes or money to our Balloon Pop fundraiser. The students loved the prizes and with the money raised, we will be able to take the students to a Tri-City Americans hockey game twice next year. Our goal was to raise $300 (this would pay for 30 student tickets at $10 each). Our final total is $719, so we can take two hockey trips and 35 students each. The following is a list of prize donors: J&D Market, Pepsi, DG Gifts, Big John’s Pizza, Doherty Welding, Quizno’s, Abby’s Pizza, Dave’s Chevron, Pendleton Round-Up Association, Domino’s Pizza, Main Street Diner, Pendleton Parks & Recreation, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon and Barhyte Specialty Foods. Money donors: Rise-Up Foundation, Zeigler’s Transmission, R&K Garage Doors, LLC, Bowman Trucking Inc., Hatley Construction, Inc., DQ Grill, Victor Bates and Mureen Minthorn, Tim O’Hanlon, Eastern Oregon Waste Manage- ment and Wheatland Insurance. We appreciate the financial support/prizes from businesses and organizations. Again, thank you for your generous support and involvement with our school. Marion Schuening, Pilot Rock librarian The Students of Pilot Rock Loves Hockey Group McKay Creek residents get their green on Photo contributed by Michael Agidius Jovanny Diaz and Keaton Smith of the McLoughlin High School jazz band received outstanding soloist awards during the 46th annual Clackamas Communi- ty College Jazz Festival, held March 17 in Oregon City. Mac-Hi musicians jazz up festival A pair of McLoughlin High School jazz band members were recently awarded outstanding soloist awards. Keaton Smith and Jovanny Diaz performed solos with the band during the March 17 Clackamas Community College Jazz Festival in Oregon City. The event is in its 46th year, said band director Mike Agidius. A senior tenor saxo- phonist, Smith was recognized by the judges for his solos on “Jada,” “Round Midnight” and “Tiger of San Pedro.” Diaz, a freshman trumpet player, was recognized for his solo on “Tiger of San Pedro.” For more about the band program at Mac-Hi, including upcoming performances, contact Agidius at mike.agidius@ miltfree.k12.or.us. Library features student artwork HERMISTON — An exhibit featuring the artwork of Hermiston High School students is on display for the month of April at the Hermiston Public Library. Nicole Cimmiyotti, who is in her first year at the high school after teaching at Sandstone Middle School, is excited for the opportunity to showcase the work of her talented students. The public is invited to a special reception for the student artists. The free event is Thursday, April 20 from 4-6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The Hermiston Public Library is open Monday through Thursdays form 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday/ Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s located at 235 E. Gladys Ave. For more information, call 541-567- 2882 or visit www. hermistonlibrary.us. A St. Patrick’s Day event at Pendleton’s McKay Creek Estates featured dinner, the celebration of several birth- days and a bon voyage to one of the facility’s directors. A rousing chorus of “Happy Birthday” was sung for residents Ken Newtson (March 1), Frannie Bissinger (March 2), Maxine Patterson (March 12), Carol Browing (March 15) and Wiley Cook (March 26). Residents donned green clothing, posed for photos and used do-it-yourself photo frames for keepsake memories. Also, Mel Bates was recognized as the assisted living facility’s resident of the month. His family were in attendance and enjoyed the meal and had fun socializing with other guests, said Noemi Wiseman, McKay Creek executive director. The entire McKay Creek team and residents surprised outgoing life enrichment director Diane Fitzpatrick — thanking her for her service at the facility. She is moving out of the area later this month, Wiseman said. “Diane is one of the jack- of-all-trades staff at McKay Creek Estates and everybody wished her the best on her next Photo contributed by Noemi Wiseman St. Patrick’s Day fun filled the air at McKay Creek Estates in Pendleton. journey in Idaho,” Wiseman said. In addition, Linnea Jones was formally introduced as the incoming life enrichment Submit Your EO News infor- mation and high-resolution photos to: community@ea- storegonian.com or drop off to the attention of Tammy Malgesini at 333 E. Main St., Hermiston, or Renee Struthers-Hogge at 211 S.E. Byers Ave., Pendleton. Call 541-564-4539 or 541- 966-0818 with questions. and its residents. For more information about activities at the center, contact Wiseman at 541-276-1987 or nwiseman@prestigecare.com. Pet of the Week BIRTHS Good Shepherd Medical Center, Hermiston MARCH 30, 2017 MCINTYRE — Kath- erine McIntyre and Braylin McIntyre of Hermiston: a boy, Emery R. McIntyre. APRIL 1, 2017 SULLIVAN — Shay L. Smith and Brodey J.P. Sullivan of Hermiston: a boy, Jameson Patrick Sullivan. director. Coming to Pendleton from the Medford area, Wiseman said Jones has a lot of experience and ideas, and will be an asset to the facility Marmalade Hi my name is Marmalade, I’m sweet and handsome orange tabby. I’m a fl uffy guy and I just love treats! I’m kind of quiet and sometimes shy, but love to be petted. I was born on 9/29/11, it’s been a little lonely here at the shelter and I’d love to keep you company. I need a younger family to play with me. I get along with other felines but I’ve never been around dogs. Come meet me at 517 SE 3rd St in Pendleton Tues-Sat from 12-4. My adoption fee is $70 and includes my neuter, current shots, tested negative for FeLV & FIV, de-wormed, fl ea treatment, and PAWS will send me home with a free bag of my favorite food. 541-276-0181. Visit Marmalade at the Pioneer Humane Society/Paws Tues - Sat • Noon - 4pm • 517 SE 3rd ST, Pendleton 541-276-0181 Check out the PAWSABILITY Thrift Store 183 Pets Adopte d in 2017! Pupcakes Pet Grooming~Boarding Day Care 125 S. M ain St., Pendleton 541-276-9292 541-429-8787 for Pendleton 541-910-2727 for La Grande www.leterbark.com #OR.1015 Pendleton Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weekly Meetings For information call Sherry 541-429-2808 Heather 541-969-6997
