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6A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL March 11, 2015 Local couple surprises guests with wedding BY JON STINNETT The Cottage Grove Sentinel O ut-of-town family and friends of Cottage Grove’s Amber Southey and Phil Miller met at Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant on Saturday to make plans for the couple’s July wed- ding. Little did the guests know, however, just how far the plans had already progressed. Southey said 24 of her and her husband’s closest friends and fam- ily came to Stacy’s, with but a few in attendance aware of the actual reason for their meeting. After everyone had arrived, Stacy’s bar manager Tyler Bolton, a friend of the couple, read the day’s dinner specials, then revealed a huge sur- prise. “Also you all are here for a wed- ding!” Bolton told the shocked crowd, which then proceeded to serve as witnesses for what South- ey (now Amber Miller) called a “short, hilarious ceremony.” “It was a new one for me, for sure,” Bolton said of the ceremo- ny, one of a dozen or so he’s per- formed free-of-charge for friends over the last decade. “It was hi- larious to see the reactions of people who must have wondered, ‘Why is the bartender saying these things?’” Bolton said that perhaps the most challenging aspect of the surprise ceremony was keeping it under wraps for three weeks. courtesy photo For the newly married Millers, Tyler Bolton conducts a surprise wedding ceremony for Amber the surprise came about as a way and Phil Miller, who exchanged Ring Pops after reciting their vows. to affordably bring family from out-of-town to their wedding. earlier in the day when we did the work together during a zombie “We knew we had to get every- practice run. When Tyler made the apocalypse and welcome their one in one place to set a date, and reveal I got to pull them out of the respective dogs into their new a lot of our family had yet to meet vase; it was almost too perfect,” family. Phil Miller’s father also each other,” Amber Miller wrote Miller wrote. “We were already broke tradition by giving his son via email. Guests who already had wearing our rings, so Tyler had away during the ceremony. Bolton plans for the day were let in on the us exchange Ring Pops. There is called the event a “shock and awe” secret to ensure their attendance, more laughter than tears in the wedding. and a vase of fl owers provided the video; everyone was so happy.” Now, the ceremony planned for bride’s bouquet. Bolton said he had fun craft- July has transitioned into a recep- “I brought a couple of vases full ing the ceremony, which included tion for the happy couple. of daffodils down to the restaurant promises that the couple would Local nursery plans grand re-opening March 22 T he owners of Fern Hill Nursery, a local community business, announced this week the grand re-opening of their businses on Sunday, March 22. Founder Devon Bonady has teamed up with her husband, Brian Basor, in an attempt to reinvigorate the permaculture nursery as a family business. Bonady’s experience with fruiting shrubs and perennial vegetables is now paired with Basor’s expertise in botany, native plant communities and organic nursery production. The Nursery still offers the many edible, medicinal, and native plants it sold previously, Bonady said, as well as new species and varieties. In 2015, their selection includes perennial vegetables, native wildfl owers, medicinal and culinary herbs, berry bushes, and more. They propagate their own plants from the land at Fern Hill Botanical Sanctuary. All plants are grown without the use of synthetics and with the best of care for healthy, vigorous growth. The open house and plant dale at Fern Hill Nursery and Botanical Sanctuary is open to the public on Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fern Hill Nursery and Botanical Sanctuary also sells plants at the Saturday Lane County Farmers Market on 8th and Oak in Eugene, at select plant sales, at on-site open houses and by appointment. Its website at www. fernhillnursery.com can provide more details. COMMUNITY BRIEFS Master Preserver recruits sought The OSU Extension Service in Lane County is accepting applications for the 2015 Mas- ter Food Preserver Volunteer (MFP) Training Program, which is starting its 35th year in Lane County. The program trains and certifi es volunteers in all areas of food preservation including food safety. The volunteers se- lected into the program receive a minimum of 40 hours of hands- on training in food preservation, safety and food storage. The cost of the eight-week training program is $175, which includes the training, supplies, and a resource notebook. This year’s classes will be held on Mondays from 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. beginning from April 13 through June 8 at the Commu- nity of Christ Church, 1485 Gil- ham Road in Eugene. LTD route review In 2014, LTD gathered input from employees, customers, and the general public in developing system improvements as part of its Annual Route Review (ARR) process. More than 2,000 com- munity members gave input and offered suggestions about what they thought would make LTD’s service better for the commu- nity. Overwhelmingly, it was said that more frequent service, increased late night service, an increase in how often the buses come, adding limited airport service, and adding back the Student Transit Pass Program were the top priorities. Based on this input, LTD Service Plan- ning staff has crafted a service package that addresses many of those requests, and LTD’s Board of Directors will hold two pub- lic hearings on proposed chang- es before a fi nal decision on the recommendations is made on April 15. Everyone is encour- aged to come to the public hear- ings and offer their opinions and suggestions on the proposed changes: Wednesday, March 18, 5:30 p.m. – Eugene Library/ Bascom-Tykeson Room, 100 W. 10th Ave., Eugene and Monday, April 6, 5:30 p.m. – Eugene Li- brary/Bascom-Tykeson Room, 100 W. 10th Ave., Eugene. School Daze movie fest Thirty-three movies from throughout the United States and six foreign countries have been accepted for screening at the fi rst annual School Daze Movie Festival on Saturday, March 21 at the Opal Center for Arts and Education. Student moviemakers are vy- ing for $800 in prize money, awarded to the top three winners in two categories, under 18 and over 18. The “under 18” screen- ing will be from 4-6 pm, and the “over 18” screening from 7-9 pm. Winners will be announced after the screenings. Movies are 30 minutes or less in length. In a unique twist, judging will be done by audience members, who will view and then score movies using a point system. Moviemakers from Oregon, throughout America and around the world submitted their work for consideration. Students are represented from 17 states, as well as Argentina, Egypt, France, India, Israel and the United Kingdom. Taylor-Lane Cem- etery annual mtg. Lane County is seeking moti- vated candidates for Summer Reading Spot Project interns. Interns will coordinate and market a neighborhood reading group for young children for 10 weeks this summer. Other responsibilities will include re- cruiting and scheduling volun- teers, assisting with corporate book drives, organizing special summer events and managing the reading sites. United Way is seeking interns for sites in Eu- gene, Springfi eld, and the Cot- tage Grove location at Bohemia Elementary. Those interested in a more detailed description of this posi- tion and learning how to apply are asked to email the Summer Reading Spots Coordinator, Chandler Duff at cduff@united- waylane.org. HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER The Taylor-Lane Cemetery Assoc. will hold its annual meet- ing Monday night, March 16 at 7 p.m. at Smith Lund Mills Fu- neral Chapel in Cottage Grove. All lot owners and interested persons are invited to attend. Reading project interns sought Those who are looking for some extra experience in pro- gram coordination and volun- teer management this summer are advised that United Way of SAGINAW VINEYARD LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY NO COVER CHARGE 6-9pm Fri, Mar 13 .....................Timothy Patrick returns from touring! Rock, folk, country, blues & comedy! Fri, Mar 20 ................... Peter Giri - Americana, soft classic rock Fri, Mar 27 .............Lonesome Randall-50s thru 70s rock covers Open daily 11 am for complimentary tasting. 942-1364 • www.saginawvineyard.com UNIQUE PROPERTY with 2500 sq ft heated SHOP on 1/3 acre fenced, gated, private, peaceful setting close to everything! Custom built home with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths with bonus 4th bedroom or theater room. Oversized 2 car garage, RV parking, mature LOW MAINTENANCE yard. $319,000 - 2070 Bryant Av Cottage Grove. Shown by appointment. Please call 541-942-0769 or 541-729-9742 BINGO COUPON COTTAGE GROVE ELKS LODGE 755 North River Road Information 942-3554 PUBLIC WELCOME Every Wednesday (except Holidays) Warm Ups 6:30pm Regular Games 7:00pm Frequent Smoke Breaks, Exciting New Game Program “Bingo Burger Menu” Available 2 PROGRESSIVE JACKPOTS Bring this coupon and receive a 2nd Warm-up Pack FREE W orship D irectory 6th & Gibbs Church of Christ 195 N. 6th St. • 541-942-3822 Pastor: Aaron Earlywine Youth & Families Pastor: Seth Bailey Services: 9am and 10:30am Christian Education Nursery for pre-k - 3rd Grade www.6thandgibbs.com Calvary Baptist Church 77873 S 6th St • 541-942-4290 Pastor: Riley Hendricks Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 11:00am The Journey: Sunday 5:00pm Praying Thru Life: Wednesday 6:00pm Calvary Chapel Cottage Grove 522 E Whitaker • 541-942-6842 Pastor: Jeff Smith Two Services on Sun: 9am & 10:45am Wednesday Service 6:45 pm Child Care 10:45am Service Only Youth Group Bible Study: Wed. 6:45 pm & Sat. 6 pm www.cgcalvary.org Center for Spiritual Living Cottage Grove 700 Gibbs Ave (Community Center) Rev. Bobby Lee Meets Sunday 3:00 p.m. Info: 541-767-0182 (Mrs. “T”) Church of Christ 420 Monroe St • 541-942-8565 Sunday Service: 10:30am Cottage Grove Bible Church 1200 East Quincy Avenue 541-942-4771 Pastor:Bob Singer Worship 8:30am, 11am Sunday School:9:45am YouthGroup Mondays 6:30pm AWANA age 3-8th Grade, Wednesdays Sept-May, 6:30pm www.cgbible.org Cottage Grove Faith Center 33761 Row River Rd. • 541-942-4851 Lead Pastor: Isaac Hovet www.cg4.tv Sunday Service: 9am and 11am Full Childrenʼs Ministry available Delight Valley Church of Christ 33087 Saginaw Rd. East 541-942-7711 Pastor: Bob Friend Two Services: 9am - Classic in the Chapel 10:30am - Contemporary in the Auditorium First Baptist Church 301 S 6th St 541-942-8242 Pastor: Steve Johnson Sunday School: 9:30am Worship: 11:00am Come Worship with us First Presbyterian Church 3rd and Adams St • 541-942-4479 Pastor: Rev. Bruce Cameron Worship: 10:00am Sunday School: 10:00am www.cgpresbynews.com Grove Community Church 77820 Mosby Creek Rd. Cottage Grove, OR 97424 541-942-0123 Pastor: Bryan Parsons Worship: 10:30 a.m. Nursery: Infant - Pre-K Kidʼs Church: K to 5th grade Hope Fellowship United Pentecostal Church 100 S. Gateway Blvd. • 541-942-2061 Pastor: Dave Bragg Worship: 11:00am Sunday Bible Study: 7:00pm Wednesday www.hopefellowshipupc.com “FINDING HOPE IN YOUR LIFE” Living Faith Assembly 467 S. 10th St. • 541-942-2612 Pastor Rulon Combs Sunday School All Ages 9am Worship & Childrenʼs Church 10:30 am “The Bridge” Saturday Evening Service 6:00pm Youth ABLAZE: Wednesday 6:30pm Childrenʼs Breakout Class: Wednesday 6:30pm Non-Denominational Church of Christ 1041 Pennoyer Ave * 541-767-0447 Preachers: Tony Martin & Robert Evans Sunday Bible Study:10:00am Sunday Worship:10:50am & 5:30pm www.pennoyeravecoc.com Old Time Gospel Fellowship 103 S. 5th Street • 541-942-4999 Pastor: Herb Carson Sunday Service: 10:00am Sunday Bible Study: 6:00pm We sing the old time hymns. Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Philip Benizi Catholic Churches 1025 N. 19th St. 541-942-3420 / 541-942-4712 Pastor: Roy L. Antunez, S.J. Euch. Liturgies; Sat. 5:30pm Sun. 10:30am St. Philip Benizi, Creswell: 552 Holbrock Lane • 541-895-8686 Sunday: 8:30am St. Andrews Episcopal Church 1301 W. Main • 541-767-9050 Rev. Lawrence Crumb “Church with the fl ags.” Worship: Sunday 10:30am All Welcome Seventh-day Adventist Church 820 South 10th Street 541-942-5213 Pastor: Kevin Miller Bible Study: Saturday, 9:15 am Worship Service: Saturday, 10:40 am Mid-week Service: Wednesday, 6:45 pm Trinity Lutheran Church 6th & Quincy • 541-942-2373 Pastor: James L. Markus Sunday School & Adult Education 9:15am Sunday Worship 10:30am Comm. Kitchen Free Meal Tue & Thur 5:00pm TLC Groups trinitylutherancottagegrove.com United Methodist Church 334 Washington • 541-942-3033 Pastor:Jerry Steele Worship: 10:00am Adult & Sunday School: 9:00am Comm. Dinner (Adults $3, Kids Free) Mon. 5-6:30pm cottagegroveumc.org “VICTORY” Country Church Community Center Shepherd Room 700 East Gibbs • 541-942-5913 Pastor: Barbara Dockery Worship Service: 10:00am Message: 11:00am “WE BELIEVE IN MIRACLES” Our Worship Directory is a weekly feature in the newspaper. If your congregation would like to be a part of this directory, please contact the Cottage Grove Sentinel at 541-942-3325. CG