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NEWS Wallowa.com Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Museum explores traditional country music By Tammy Malgesini East Oregonian WALLA WALLA, Wash. — A program featuring everything from Appala- chian Mountains tunes and old gospel songs to cowboy western and honky-tonk hits will liven things up at Fort Walla Walla Museum. Jimmye Turner and Glenn Morrison, along with fi ve of their band mem- ber friends, will share tra- ditional country songs from the late 19th to the mid-20th century. The musicians will bring out a variety of instru- ments, including banjo, dul- cimer, autoharp, fi ddle, gui- tar, mandolin, metal and wooden steel guitars, har- monica and standup bass. Those joining Turner and Morrison to sing and tap their toes are Carrie Hen- drix, Kate Hockersmith, Bruce DeLeonard, Trudy Ostby, and special guest Jo Shay. “Exploring the Roots of Country Music” is Thurs- day, Nov. 7 from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at 755 Myra Road, Walla Walla. The doors open at 6:15 p.m. General admission is $10, or $7 for museum members. Light refreshments will be served. Groups the musicians represent include The Rye- Grass String Band, The Jas- per Mountain Band, and Grandma and the Boys. As musical historians, Turner and Morrison, along with their tuned-in friends, strive to preserve and share the older songs with younger players and folks inter- ested in traditional Ameri- can music. In addition, they often mix and match and can be found jamming together with other local musicians at regional sessions. During the winter sched- ule, the museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors/students, $4 for kids ages 6-12 and free for those under 6. For more infor- mation, call 509-525-7703 or visit www.fwwm.org. By Tom Strandberg ODOT Photo contributed by Jennifer Pecora Fishtrap announces plans for Summer Gathering Scholarship, fellowship application period begins Nov. 7, ends Dec.15 By Ellen Morris Bishop Wallowa County Chieftain Fishtrap has announced its 33rd annual Summer Fishtrap Gathering of Writ- ers, July 6-12 at Wallowa Lake Lodge. The Gath- ering’s theme this year is “Courage” with a keynote address from renowned out- door writer and adventurer Craig Childs. A week at Summer Fishtrap includes personal instruction, craft talks, panel discussions, and readings all in the beauti- ful setting of Wallowa Lake. “We hope that attendees will be inspired by the commu- nity of writers who gather at Summer Fishtrap and get some writing done,” said Fishtrap Program Manager Mike Midlo. The Gather- ing’s theme was inspired by the Fistrap Board of Direc- tor’s thoughts about what the people who are liv- ing in and of the west have faced and will face in the future. “All of my heros are the people who ran into the burning building,” Midlo said. All workshops will look at their subject through that lens. “We are in for a week of vibrant discus- sions,” he said, “and Wiliam Faulkner’s quote: ‘You can- not swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore,’ just seemed perfect. The 2020 Summer Fish- trap writing instructors will include nationally recog- nized and award-winning authors Craig Childs, Omar El Akkad, Tim Z. Hernan- dez, Nina McConigley, Beth Piatote, Laura Pritch- ett, Sharma Shields, Frank X Walker, Ellen Waterston, and Leni Zumas. Youth workshops will be offered again, this year with with local poet and Wallowa Fishtrap Local poet, writer, and teacher Cam Scott will teach a Fishtrap Youth Workshop for ages 10-14 titled Lightbringers, iPads, and Muffl ewumps, Oh My! teacher Cameron Scott and MOsley WOtta. “There’s a writing work- shop for everyone at any stage of their journey,” Midlo said, “whether you’re a published author or just starting to explore your sto- rytelling talents.” Summer Fishtrap offers workshops in poetry, fi ction, nonfi c- tion, essay, and short story Drive with extra caution this winter on Hwy 82 Layer of snow may be left on highway to protect new pavement Kate Hockersmith, left, Glenn Morrison, Jimmye Turner and Carrie Hendrix are among the performers during “Exploring the Roots of Country Music” Nov. 7 at Fort Walla Walla Museum. writing. This year, registration for the fi ve-day-long Fishtrap Gathering includes • A fi ve-day intensive workshop with the instruc- tor of your choice. • Admission to all after- noon craft talks, open mic readings, and special events. • Admission to evening faculty and fellow readings. • Admission to special Weekend Gathering events, including panel discussions, the Summer Fishtrap Key- note presentation, and the closing night Fishtrap Live event. Registration for the work- shops and gathering opens Feb. 20, 2020. The cost is $855 for adults and $550 for youths. Fishtrap also offers sev- eral scholarships and fel- lowship opportunities for writers of all ages to attend Summer Fishtrap. The com- petition for these slots has become increasingly spirited over the years. The applica- tion period for both scholar- ships and fellowships opens November 7 and closes December 15. For more information go to www.fi shtrap.org, or call Fishtrap at 541-426-3623 ENTERPRISE, Ore — Motorists traveling on the section of OR High- way 82 between Enter- prise and Joseph may notice some extra snow left on the roadway after it is plowed by Oregon Department of Transportation maintenance crews. Because the highway between these two commu- nities received a $2 million pavement upgrade this sum- mer, including a chip seal, we will avoid scraping plow blades down to the pavement as it will damage the new surface. Special risers called shoes will be attached to the plows to keep them about an inch off the highway. You will need to slow down and pay extra attention in this area and all highways where snow or ice are present. “We recognize the impor- tance of winter plowing operations, but also recog- nize the importance of pro- tecting a signifi cant infra- structure investment that will have a long term ben- efi t for Wallowa County,” said Enterprise Transporta- tion Maintenance Manager Craig Romine. The chip seal consisted of rock chips pressed into a layer of oil and water mixed together, called an emulsion. It can take several months for the water to evaporate and the oil to harden, which means the surface between Enterprise and Joseph is prone to damage by plow blades. We won’t be plowing all the way to the pavement, but we will be using sand- ing rock and deicer to help improve traction as needed. “We know that having that layer of snow left on the highway could make driv- ing conditions more chal- lenging, but a damaged road would result in other haz- ards, plus costly repairs and lengthy traffi c impacts,” Romine said. Other highway sections will be plowed as normal this winter. We’ll resume standard plowing operations next season between Enter- prise and Joseph when the chip seal has fully cured and bonded to the pavement. HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE Nov. 16th 10 am - 3 pm 4 locations Joseph - Market Place Fresh Foods Enterprise - Dollar Stretcher Lostine - MCrow Wallowa - Wallowa Food City lowa County Wal D epartments e r Fi SOLD OUT! AARP Drivers Safety Class Friday, November 15 at the Community Connection Conference room from 9:00-4:00. Cost is $15.00 for AARP members, $20.00 for non-members. Lunch available at Senior Meals at noon. To sign up call Community Connection 541-426-3840 Help us raise money for a new 4x4 transfer ambulance with greater capability to evacuate critically ill or injured patients Some wonderful items to consider at the auction! Handcrafted Hutch from 100+ Year Old Rough Sawn Yellow Pine Handcrafted by our master woodworker Dr. Boyd, Donated by: Dr. and Mrs. Devee and Janice Boyd Three Course Dinner for Six Featuring Nick’s Garage Brew Enjoy an evening with Nick and Angie Lunde at their historic Joseph home. Rugged Grandiosity at the Minam Lodge Two nights in the Eagle Cap Suite including all meals for two, a bottle of local wine each night, and 2 massages at the award winning Minam Lodge. Donated by: The Minam Lodge and Community Bank Bend Luxury Weekend Celebrate all that Bend has to offer in this luxurious yet cozy home that sleeps four, for three nights. Included in this package is a $50 certificate for dinner or drinks at McMenamins. Donated by: Linda Barrett Courtney and William Courtney, and McMenamins Wallowa Lake Romance Package BARGAINS OF THE MONTH ® While supplies last. Celebrate a special occasion with a night at the Lodge, dinner for two at Vali’s, and a gondola ride up the tram. Donated by: Wallowa Lake Lodge, Vali’s, and Wallowa Lake Tram Outdoor Themed Quilt by Shirley Snook Who can resist Shirley’s beautiful quilts? This priceless heirloom will keep you warm and cozy. Donated by: Mr. and Mrs. Larry and Shirley Snook Here Fishy Fishy! Enjoy a fully guided half day Kokanee fishing trip for 2 on Wallowa Lake with fishing expert James Nash. Cut through the glare of the water and hone your fishing skills with a pair of SMITH Freespool Mag Sunglasses. Donated by: 6 Ranch Outfitters and Wallowa Valley Eye Care Many more silent and live auction items available at the event! 34.99 GSC® Technologies 6ft. Deluxe Folding Table 30x 72-in plastic resin table folds in half for easy storage. W 682 536 1 Steel Folding Cair, 13.99, 225 lb. weight capacity. W 157 249 F6 M-F 8AM-6PM • SAT 8AM-5PM • SUN 9AM-3PM Sale Ends 11/30/19 B9 Your support is greatly appreciated The Wallowa Valley Health Care Foundation
