Polk County Living
10A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • August 3, 2016
BIRTHS
MI TOWN
Cervantes
This summer has brought
about its own special chal-
lenges — lots of good days
filled with sunshine and
blue skies, and the opportu-
nity to get up early to water
gardens and flowers, and to
be sure to keep the bird
baths full of water, had
added more tasks to an al-
ready busy day. Gabriel and
Lady, our resident doggies,
are disappointed in the lack
of car rides, no matter how
much we explain that it’s
cooler at home and dogs
and warm cars don’t mix.
The good news about hot
days is that MI Town’s li-
braries have all kinds of ac-
tivities for kids of all ages.
It’s not only a cool and
comfortable place to be on
a hot summer day, but you
can also beat the heat by
discovering new and differ-
P ATTY
T AYLOR
D UTCHER
Columnist
ent things and travel the
world — or even into outer
space — by opening a book
and getting lost between
the pages. I can’t remember
when I didn’t know how to
read, and finding a library
wherever I’ve lived has al-
ways been a top priority. We
are so fortunate here to
have the Western Oregon
University library close by,
too. Check either the Mon-
mouth or Independence Li-
brary websites to see what
is new this week, and all
through the summer.
When we’re all trying to
keep cool, it’s hard to think
about the upcoming sea-
sons where coats and jack-
ets are the rule, but for those
of us who love cheering on
o u r W O U Wo l v e s a t
McArthur Stadium, the good
and happy news is that sea-
son tickets for the upcoming
football season are now on
sale at the Athletic Depart-
ment.
The Wolves open this
year’s football season on
Saturday, Sept. 3, when they
meet the Hornets at Sacra-
mento State in California.
There will be four home
games this year; the first
being on Saturday, Sept. 10
against Central Washington
at 1 p.m. Here’s your oppor-
tunity to make plans for tail-
gating, getting together with
friends and family and en-
joying a great autumn after-
noon while the weather is
comfortable and inviting.
Lots of political discus-
sions going on in MI Town
and just about everywhere
else in our land, and that
gives us an opportunity to
make our voices heard — at
town halls or other gather-
ings and to let our elected
officials (whether they are
city, county, state or nation-
al) know our thoughts and
wishes. The conventions are
over; the presidential candi-
dates have been chosen;
and we have time to learn
more about their plans and
programs before casting our
ballots. It’s time to go be-
yond the myth and folklore
and make informed deci-
sions. Please register to vote
and take part in this election
season.
A RLENE
K OVASH
Columnist
Dawntae Bault (who re-
quires a whole separate
paragraph) just finished the
Polk County 4-H pre-fair and
received a red ribbon in
showmanship with his pony,
Trigger. He and Trigger were
hula dancers in the Dallas
Summerfest parade on Sat-
urday, Dawntae in a Hawai-
ian shirt and Trigger in a
grass skirt — what a sight. He
will be showing Trigger and
his goats at the county fair.
He also went to Big Lake
Christian Camp for a week.
Anne’s summer has been
spent chauffeuring Dawntae,
who will be a freshman at
Kings Valley Charter School.
—
Shawn and Trina Brother-
ton spent three nights tent
camping at Little Cultus Lake
in the Cascades with their
kids, 9-year-old Kalina and 6-
year-old Kindan, and their
three dogs the weekend of
July 16th. They caught the at-
tention of kayakers when
they all, including the dogs,
canoed across the lake to-
gether one day.
—
Ted and Ethelene Osgood
joined the Polk About Sams
RV Club this year and went
to Hoquiam, Wash., from
July 7 through 15, with old
neighbors Alan and Sue
Garton. They had a good
time and hope to go often.
The club camps, then visits
local sights during the
week.
Christensen
Adalyn Rose Christensen was born on July 23 to Heidi
and Jason Christensen, of Dallas, at Salem Family Birth
Center.
She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces.
Adalyn joins Jeran, 15, and Elliot, 2.
Grandparents are Stacey Krouse, of Gresham, and Patty
and Ray Christensen, of Dallas.
Host a ‘campout’
to test supplies
By Jolene Guzman
The Itemizer-Observer
PEDEE NEWS
Pedee students are doing a
variety of things this sum-
mer. Mick and Debbie
Cochrane’s daughter Paige
spent 10 days with high
school friend Jenna Friesen
at her home in Santa Bar-
bara. Paige will be a sopho-
more at Willamette Universi-
ty this fall. Rich and Tess Si-
mons’ sons, Josh and Bran-
don, are both working this
summer to earn money for
their next year at Western
Oregon University. Josh will
be a junior and is working for
his dad, and Brandon will be
a sophomore and is making
pizza in Independence for
funds to continue. Cliff and
Anne Bault’s son, Levi, is tak-
ing the summer off to ex-
plore his options for the next
year since he just graduated
from Kings Valley Charter
School.
—
Gabriel Octavio Cervantes was born on July 19 to Ash-
ley and Octavio Cervantes, of Independence, at the Salem
Family Birth Center.
He weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces.
Grandparents are Ron and Billie Maden, of Salem, and
Octavio Sr. and Susana Cervantes, of Independence.
—
Dave and Suzanne hosted
a church picnic on Sunday,
July 24. There were heaps of
yummy food, perfect
weather, and a lot of happy
children playing games.
Plus they had a fiddle player
joining them for a little
bluegrass. The church is
blessed with several talent-
ed musicians.
—
The Pedee Women’s Club
has been planning its Sept.
9-10 quilt show. There
should be 40-50 quilts made
by local quilters, plus sever-
al made by the club for chil-
dren at risk. They complet-
ed this year’s raffle quilt to
make money for the sol-
diers’ fund and will have a
booth at the county fair to
sell tickets on it. Stop by and
buy your tickets — $1 or six
for $5.
Peridot is the
POLK COUNTY — The American Red Cross is encour-
aging people to test their preparedness and emergency
supplies kit during “Camp Prepare!” on Saturday.
You don’t have to go anywhere to participate in the
event. Camp Prepare! can happen in your backyard — or a
favorite campground, if you prefer.
The “camp” is a region-wide, coordinated camping
event the whole family can participate in that tests your
emergency preparedness in a fun way, said Amy Shloss-
man, CEO of the Red Cross Cascades Region.
Common items used for camping such as water, canned
food, flashlights, extra batteries and first aid supplies are
just a few of the items that should be in a disaster prepared-
ness kit. While the Red Cross recommends at least a three-
day supply of food and water, larger disasters, like a Casca-
dia earthquake may require supplies for several weeks.
To p a r t i c i p a t e i n t h e e v e n t r e g i s t e r a t :
www.redcross.org/CampPrepare2016.
Building your emergency kit
The American Red Cross has designed a 24-week calen-
dar to build a two-week home disaster kit. The following is
the 10th week.
Week 10
• Waterproof portable container for important papers
• AM/ FM Radio
• Wrench to turn off utilities
Action Steps: Make sure everyone in the house knows
where to find gas and water meter shut-off valves and how
to turn them off. Attach a wrench near each shutoff valve
so it is there when needed.
To find past week’s emergency kit checklists, go to
www.polkio.com.
Monmouth 2016
birthstone for August.
It is believed that peridot will
bring the wearer good luck,
peace and success. Peridot also
signifies friendship.
Music in the Park
Main St. Park Amphitheater
Every Wednesday through August 31 ~ 6:30pm
MUSIC, FOOD, BEER & WINE GARDEN
20% Off
Performing Tonight
Look for
Music in the Park
Series on Face-
book for more in-
formation about
this year’s artists.
this Month
August 3
Kathy Boyd &
Phoenix Rising
(Bluegrass)
FREE AND OPEN
TO THE PUBLIC
503-623-3117
Bring
your chairs
and blankets and
we’ll see you in
the park!
837 Main St. • Dallas
Mon-Fri 9-5:30
Sat 9-4
Help and encouragement after the death
of a spouse, child, family member or friend.
presented by
Please join us for a 13 week seminar and support group that
meets weekly. You will experience:
• DVD presentation by leading experts
• small group discussion time
• a personal workbook
$35 registration includes workbook. Scholarships available.
Monmouth
Performing August 5
First session, “Is This Normal?” begins
Show starts at 7:30 pm
Beth Willis
Rock Band
Tuesday, Aug. 9 • 6:30 pm
Weekday Bible Building , 1156 SE Holman Ave.
For more information or
to register pl ease call
Kate or visit our website.
For More Information Contact:
Mark Fancey 503-751-0147
503-917-1625
www.crossandcrownministries.org
Lawn Seating — Bring blankets & chairs
This Week’s FREE MOVIE:
Showing Aug. 4 • 8:45
STAR WARS: The Force
AUG. 12 Concert: Shoot to Thrill - 8:30 PM
AUG 11 Movie: The Breakfast Club (R) - 8:45 PM
See something interesting
happening in Polk County?
Call us at 503-623-2373.
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