Public Notices
Polk County itemizer-Observer • August 17, 2016 7A
MI TOWN
“Boots, Chaps and Cow-
boy Hats” was a very appro-
priate theme for last week’s
Polk County Fair and was
lots of fun for everyone. By
now, the 4-H kids are put-
ting their ribbons and
awards in scrapbooks,
proudly displaying their
photographs and sharing
the wonderful memories
with their families and
friends. Thanks to the mem-
bers of the staff who keep
things humming along
smoothly all year long —
and especially during my fa-
vorite Polk County event.
This year’s fair was out-
standing in every way.
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We so enjoyed our day at
the fair, seeing friends and
neighbors and sharing
happy conversations. Local
writer Sonja Ely told us of all
the changes she’d seen in-
side of the main exhibits
P ATTY
T AYLOR
D UTCHER
Columnist
building, where we saw
Commissioner Mike
Ainsworth who suggested
we “buy one of everything.”
Diane Ostrom was busy
with her 4-Hers as the floral
exhibits were being assem-
bled and judged, and we
were impressed with the
beautiful flower arrange-
ments inside.
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The FFA corn was superb
as usual and we found a
patch of shade beside the
Polk County Sheriff’s boat,
which was a perfect spot to
enjoy watching curious and
interested kids learn many
good things about services
the deputies provide to all of
us. We admired the fruit and
vegetables that were beauti-
fully grown by Morris John-
son and others, hoping that
we could duplicate these in
our own backyard garden.
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It was fun to meet and to
talk with Diane Nordyke,
who was sitting among the
beautiful quilt and sewing
displays, and to see such
wonderful work by Bonnie
Nelson whose expertise in
quilting and embroidery
was rewarded by several
awards. The needlework and
sewing talent on display was
a joy to see and enjoy.
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The 4-H kids are always
the highlight of the fair, and
I was privileged to pet a soft
little bunny that was loving-
ly cared for by a young 4-H
girl, who was very informa-
tive about her animal. Later
I discovered she had written
a poem about that bunny,
who she loved very much.
Just being in the barns with
the young girls and boys in-
volved with 4-H and FFA re-
inforces our belief that the
future of Polk County is in
good hands. Those of us
empty-nesters whose grand-
children are now adults
could all benefit from a day
at the fair, and a glimpse of
this generation who are
bright and inquisitive and
learning so many good
things.
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Our last stop before head-
ing for home was the ice
cream wagon, where we had
a great chat with Hope and
Bella, who brought their
grandma Ann Sickles to
enjoy a day in the sunshine.
What a wonderful way to
spend an August afternoon.
A RLENE
K OVASH
Columnist
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Thirteen people from
Pedee Church came to cut
firewood on Aug. 6 for
neighbors who need it. It
was a great morning; they
had fun and got an enor-
mous amount of work done
in short order, thanks to
Chuck Goetzinger, who co-
ordinated the effort.
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August is a good time to
visit Pedee’s Dancing Oaks
Nursery and browse the
greenhouses, explore the
display gardens and bring a
picnic lunch to enjoy in one
of their shady seating
areas.
If you’ve never been to
the nursery before, visit the
About Us page on their
website for a “Bird’s Eye
View” video of the grounds,
learn about nursery history,
and read information about
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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 24
• Helping Hands Emergency Food Bank — 10 a.m. to noon,
Monmouth Christian Church, 959 Church St. W., Monmouth.
For eligible community members; available every Wednesday.
541-404-6517.
• Willamette Valley Food Assistance Program Food Bank
— 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., 888 Monmouth Cutoff road, Building E,
Dallas. Weekly distribution for eligible community members.
503-831-5634.
• Painting, Canvas and Cocktails — 7 p.m., The Boondocks,
318 n. Main St. Fall City. All supplies, paint, canvas and instruc-
tion provided. no experience necessary. $30, snack and cocktail
included. 503-787-2700.
• Music in the Park — 6:30 p.m., Main Street Park, Mon-
mouth. Jacob Miller and the Bridge City Crooners, swing. Free.
www.ci.monmouth.or.us.
Friday Aug. 19
through Thursday
Aug. 25
PEDEE NEWS
Paul and Diane Telfer
were on the run in July. They
first went to Bend to babysit
son, David, and his wife
Kelly’s, two older children,
Tea and Titus, for several
days, then headed to Wash-
ington where they watched
daughter, Helena Christian-
son’s, kids, Calista and Felix,
while she and husband,
Keith, went to a conference
in Portland. After that, they
went to Payette Lake near
McCall, Idaho, for a week’s
vacation with the whole
family. Now they’re back to
cutting wood at home.
COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
the people and critters that
are behind the operation.
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I’m on a trip right now
with granddaughter, Victo-
ria Odell, Doug and Lor-
raine Odell’s daughter. We
flew to London on Aug. 10
and spent two days there,
taking in the sights before
joining a bus tour through
the rest of England, Scot-
land, and then to Ireland.
We’ll be circling back
around to London before
heading home on Monday.
Paul is holding down the
fort.
Matinees are all shows
before 6pm.
New pricing for matinees are:
Adult $7.25
Children $6.75
Senior $7.00
Pricing does not reflect
3D showings.
STAR TREK BEYOND (Digital) (PG13)
SAUSAGE PARTY (Digital) (R)
(1:30 4:15) 7:00 9:45
(12:35 2:50 5:05) 7:25 9:40
WAR DOGS (Digital) (R)
(1:25 4:05) 6:50 9:30
BEN HUR (Digital 2D) (PG13)
(1:25 4:20) 7:10 9:55
KUBO & THE TWO STRINGS
(Digital) (PG)
(12:05 2:30 5:00) 7:30 9:50
PETE’S DRAGON (Digital) (PG)
(12:10 2:35 500) 7:20 9:40
JASON BOURNE (Digital) (PG13)
(1:35 4:25) 7:15 10:00
SUICIDE SQUAD (Digital) (PG13)
(1:20 4:10) 7:05 9:50
Music from the Redgate Winery & Fieldhouse
Fri. Aug. 19, 6-9 PM
WILD HOG
IN THE WOODS
$5.00 cover
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Sun. Aug. 21, 2-5 PM
Mitch Lies and The Alibis
FREE
Concert
Sunday
No Cover
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Must be 21 • Food Available
Tasting fees & glasses of wine $5.00
8175 Buena Vista Road
Independence • 503-428-7115 • www.redgatevineyard.com
HOT AUGUST
NIGHT
Featuring Growers, Producers & Artisans
of the Polk County area & beyond!
• Pr
izes
7th Season
Market Time: 10am - 3pm
Live music this week:
Q
• BB
Cash & Company 10:30 am- 12:30pm
Produce is at its prime!
20+ Vendors • Hot Food Vendors
• Fresh Cut Flowers
• Gourmet Meats • Chair Massage
Gourmet Dipping Sauces
• Artisan Breads & Pastries
• Natural Soaps, Salves & Lotions
• Yard Art • And so MUCH MORE!
182 Academy St., Dallas
(Corner of Main & Academy)
503-623-2564
Facebook.com/bountymarket
http://www.exploredallasoregon.org/bounty-market.html
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Saturday
August 20, 5-8pm
Enjoy the Lions Club Car Show in the
park, then join us for an evening of fun!
Family friendly event
by donation,
free to veterans
and their families!
Independence Elks
Lodge Café & Memorial Garden
289 S Main St, Independence
presented by
Monmouth
Use C St entrance and park at rear of building.
Performing August 19
Monmouth 2016
Music in the Park
Main St. Park Amphitheater
Show starts at 7:30 pm
Ted Vaughn
Blues Band
Every Wednesday through August 31 ~ 6:30pm
MUSIC, FOOD, BEER & WINE GARDEN
Look for
Music in the Park
Series on Face-
book for more in-
formation about
this year’s artists.
Performing Tonight
August 17
World’s
Finest
(Americana Dubgrass)
FREE AND OPEN
TO THE PUBLIC
Bring
your chairs
and blankets and
we’ll see you in
the park!
The Polk County
For More Information Contact:
Mark Fancey 503-751-0147
Itemizer-Observer
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Lawn Seating — Bring blankets & chairs
This Week’s FREE MOVIE:
Showing Aug. 18 • 8:45
ZOOTOPIA
AUG. 26 Concert: PYROMANIA
Def Leppard Experience- 8:30 PM
AUG 25 Movie: Batman vs Superman - 8:45 PM
• VENDORS • BEER & WINE GARDEN
Riverview Amphitheater, Independence, OR
Visit our website: independenceamphitheater.com