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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL July 29, 2015 7A LORANE COUNTRY NEWS Bottles for Dogs - Cans for Cats Bottles change lives. De- pression is easy to fall into and some people escape into a bottle. But imagine bottles opening doors to a new life, and the reason for getting up in the morning heralding it in with rewarding smiles. Thirteen years ago, after Nan retired as a crew dis- patcher for a tugboat compa- ny, she was wondering what do to with the rest of her life, when she heard about an ani- mal shelter looking for vol- unteers. Soon she was help- ing in their cats’ quarters two days a week. “It is rewarding,” said Nan. “Anyone can fi nd a niche and make a difference in the world. We feed the cats, change litter pans and wash fl oors, etc. The shelter is their home, and what you have to do to keep a home clean we do for the cats. I enjoy the social interaction of help- ing, the physical activity and knowing that I am making a difference. Eight years ago, while out walking, I saw some bottles Photo by Mary Ellen “Angel Scribe” Nan and Fluffy, her 16 year-old rescued dog, have collected an unbelievable (purr-pair to be shocked!) amount of money “paying it forward” to animal shel- ters and wildlife rescue centers. and cans tossed under bushes. Knowing that each was worth fi ve cents, I picked them up and donated the money to the animal shelter. A bottle pro- We Want Your News! The Cottage Grove Sentinel wants to be your source for all things Cottage Grove. But we need your help! If you’ve got a news tip, we’d be glad to hear about it: $ PUUBHF ( SPWF 4 FOUJOFM In person: 116 N. Sixth Street, Cottage Grove Email: cgnews@cgsentinel.com Office phone: 942-3325 gram evolved and it became my responsibility. When peo- ple donate recyclable bottles/ cans I drive to the shelter and bring them home for sorting. You should see my home and garage! The bottles have taken over! I work like a ‘dog’ keeping on top of them! Each morning, I make a trip to the bottle-depot station to recycle them. My car’s back and front seats and trunk are fi lled with huge bags of bottles. I have gained a new re- spect for the homeless/street people who used to ask me for money at the recycle sta- tion. Once they understood my mission, they never asked again. Instead, they chat with me while helping unload my car. I consider them friends. They are polite and I appreci- ate them. What surprises me is that the ‘normal’ folks, with homes, are the rude ones! My neighbors support my endeavors. They set their bot- tles out early, so at 5:30 a.m. I begin my work day. The bottles are left at their curbs, in huge bags on my driveway, or they phone revealing the bottles’ secret-hiding places on the sides of their homes. Who would have thought this would evolve into a ‘fun’ social life? I have met won- derful people, some have stopped me on the street and handed me checks for the animals. One dark morning, a young man zoomed by on his bike, waved and yelled, ‘Hi Nan’... I still have no clue who he was. I used to sit outside my fa- vorite coffee shop with just my two small-elderly-rescue dogs, Fluffy and Goldie. But since the recycling program began others have joined us. I am 78 and recently had hip replacement surgery, so we couldn’t go for coffee for three months. People where concerned about my absence. When Fluffy, Goldie and I re- turned, it was like a big party with all the customers. It was nice to be missed! The greatest reward is writ- ing various animal organiza- tions checks for their neuter/ spay programs, guide dogs, orphaned ‘babies’ and wild- life rescue. The donations to the race track for neuter- ing/spaying feral cats worked wonders! This year - no new kittens! Over eight years, by proving that ‘every little bit helps’ it is not the $82,000 raised but the feeling of doing it that is the reward. Neighbors, friends, and family have helped make this paws-ible. Collecting cans and bottles is a com- munity effort for my animal fund.” Does Nan collect cats like she does cans? “No!” laughs Nan. “I only have two cats! Twenty years ago, a relative gave me Posie because she was not getting Middlefi eld Estates Open Houses August 2, 2015 • 12-3pm GOLF AT MIDDLEFIELD! 131 Chad Drive New paint inside and out, new carpet. Additional amenities include bonus room/ offi ce, covered deck, side yard for extra parking. Located on a corner lot. Golf course surrounds the subdivision. Easy freeway access, community theater, and hospital nearby. Listed by Frank Brazell of Rain Country RE 541-953-2707 along with their new kitten. I have no idea what they were talking about because Posie is a gentle and loving cat. Their kitten passed 15 years ago, and I never offered to give Posie back! Nine years ago during the Christmas holidays, while volunteering at the closed shelter, a woman arrived with a cat. I took ‘Frankie’ home for the holidays, fell in love with him, and he is still here! We were each other’s holiday gift! I miss volunteering at the shelter, but as soon as my hip heals, I will be back help- ing.” TIPS “When I adopted Fluffy,” said Nan, “she had separation anxiety, so every time I left the house she’d start a high- pitched barking. A dog book suggested to gently spray her from a little water bottle to stop her barking. When I’d put on my coat to leave the house, she would start bark- ing, so I’d give her a little spray and say, ‘Stop bark- ing.’ She is so smart, it only took a day and a half and she quit barking. But now, at age 16, she prefers to stay home and sleep. Sadly she is in a state of decline (dementia), but she’s been the best little doggie I’ve ever had. Goldie, her best friend, and I will will miss her terribly when the time comes to release her to heaven.” - Wild animal shelters cre- ated from recycled bottles http://inhabitat.com/the- diy-pet-house-lets-you-trans- form-used-bottles-into-ani- mal-shelters/ Share your pet tips and tales. angelscribe@msn.com BY LIL THOMPSON For the Sentinel T here are two big events this week and more the following week: There will be many items available at a huge garage sale this weekend from Friday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 2 on 5225 Fox Hollow Road. The sale is from 8 am - 5 pm each day. There are a variety of items to interest everyone. The proceeds go to the Mi- chael Matchulat medical fund. Lorane Grange will host a pan- cake breakfast fundraiser this Satur- day, Aug. 1 from 7-11 a.m. Michael Matchulat has stage IV rectal cancer, and the event will help with his bills. Crow Grange will also have its chick- en-picken BBQ that evening. Those who have any metal they want to recycle can go to Crow High School and fi nd a metal recycle bin, which helps support the students. Lorane Grange will hold its next meeting on Aug. 6 at the regular time of 7:30. Then on Aug. 8, there is a “Cruz into Granges” starting and end- ing at Crow Grange from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the Cruz and half of the basket raffl e benefi t Oregon Par- alyzed Veterans; the other half of the raffl e proceeds benefi ts the granges. Each Grange has an activity. Lorane is also hosting the Lane Pomona pic- nic that same day at noon! There will also be a basket from each Grange to raffl e off, displayed at Crow Grange, and winners will be announced around 3 p.m. at Crow. Lorane is a destina- tion Grange. Tickets can be purchased from any grangers. It’s Lorane Community Potluck time on Sunday, Aug. 9. Everyone may come anytime after 10:30 a.m. to visit and get reacquainted. Eating will be- gin at 12:30 pm to allow those attend- ing church to get there on time. After enjoying a delicious meal, wander over to the Lorane Fire Hall for the annual Volunteer Fire Department Ice Cream Social from 1-5 p.m. I hope everyone is planning on tak- ing part in the Lorane Celebration 2015 all day on Sept. 12. Tables are still available and there is a sign-up sheet at the Lorane Family Store, or those interested can call Lil at 541- 942-5701 to get on the list or to have a home listed for garage sales in the area that day. Church Dedication Victory Country Church will celebrate the Dedication of a New Worship Center, located at 913 S. 6 th Street on Sunday, August 2, at 10:00am The Victory congregation held their fi rst service there on February 1, 2015. After extensive remodeling and restoration on what was originally the Free Methodist Church. They had conducted services previously for eleven years at the Community Center. Pastor Barbara Dockery and the congregation cordially invite everyone to join them for this joyous occasion. They would also like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” and their sincere appreciation to those who assisted with labor, materials, and donations. Rev. C. J. Reaves, currently of Puyallup, Washington, Former Pastor of Evangel Temple, and New Visions Church of Cottage Grove, will offi ciate, along with special Choral presentations. Psalms 100:4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise; be thankful unto Him, and bless His name!! 131 Village Drive Beautifully situated right on the golf course with views of pond and valley. Light and bright with skylights, vaulted ceilings, den w/ French doors, huge master with walk in closet & private bath. Large deck. Listed by Patty Keene, Windermere RE 541-517- 0995 GIANT YARD SALE 140 Village Drive Well-cared for 3bdr/2bath home, 1688sq ft , large kitchen with skylight. Great layout. Large 3 car garage for storage, shop or golf cart. Low maintenance yard with sprinklers! Listed by Robert Minges of Mountain View RE 541-554-2989 Delight Valley Church of Christ 33087 Saginaw Road E. Exit 176 off of I-5 152 Village Drive Meticulously upgraded and maintained this lovely home on the 12th fairway of Middlefi eld Estates. Vaulted ceilings, open fl oor plan, master suite w/walk-in-closet & bath, 2+ bed rooms and a offi ce/den with built-ins. Covered deck overlooking the golf course. Remodeled Kitchen, dining nook, so much more. (not on Freeway) Listed by Sharon Malcolm of Windermere RE 541-517-8222 Date: Saturday August 1, 2015 Vendor set up: 8am – 9am Sales from: 9am – 3pm Bring your stuff, sell it, and make a buck! No Charge to vendors, bring a table or two! p th Grou Our You lling e will be s Pop s n’ Hot Dog raiser und For a F Please remember we are a Church, so bringing old Playboy magazines would be un-cool…Thanks Phone: 541-942-7711 or 541-517-8493
