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About The Blue Mountain eagle. (John Day, Or.) 1972-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 7, 2016)
A8 Community Blue Mountain Eagle Wednesday, December 7, 2016 Christmas programs coming to town Blue Mountain Eagle Students from area schools have been preparing for Christmas programs. Here is a schedule of performances: • Seneca School’s “Let it Be Christmas” program will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thurs- day, Dec. 8, at the school with students in kindergarten through grade 6 performing. • The Humbolt Elementa- ry Christmas program is set for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, at Grant Union Junior-Senior High School’s new gym with students in grades K-6 per- forming. • Dayville School’s talent show is scheduled from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Dayville School with students in preschool through grade 12 performing. • Long Creek School will The deadline for What’s Happening items is 5 p.m. Friday. Call the Eagle, 541-575-0710, or email editor@bmeagle.com. For meetings this week, see our list in the classifi eds on Page B9. FRIDAY-SATURDAY, DEC. 9-10 Mt. Vernon bazaar and sales • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get some last-minute Christmas shopping done in Mt. Vernon. Homes and businesses will be open with a variety of holiday gift options. Look for balloons at each business. For more information, contact Maudean Brown at 541-932- 4503. SATURDAY, DEC. 10 Second Saturday Gathering • 9-11:30 a.m., Outpost Restaurant, John Day Ladies of Grant County are invited to the Second Satur- day Gathering. The annual Christmas presentation “Hope & the Light of the World” will feature music and sharing. Kathy Rogers and Lis Davis will present music at the no-host breakfast. Coffee and tea are complimentary. GRAND OPENING n o i t a r b Cele Saturday, Decemeber 10th Refreshments, Door Prizes present the program “Little Town of Christmas” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, with students in grades pre- school through grade 12 per- forming. • The Grant Union Ju- nior-Senior High School win- ter concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Grant Union Junior-Senior High School’s old gym. The junior band, senior band and combined choir will perform. • Prairie City School students in kindergarten through grade 6 will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, in the new gym at the school. • Monument School will hold a Christmas program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the school gym with music and a special visit from Santa at the close. File photo Dayville students perform the school’s Christmas program last year. SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DEC. 10-11 W HAT’S HAPPENING Sumpter Christmas bazaar • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sumpter Municipal Museum The Sumpter community will welcome visitors to enjoy the two-day bazaar, along with a Christmas parade and train rides. For more information, call Nancy at 541-894-2264. SUNDAY, DEC. 11 Ugly Sweater 5K • 10 a.m., The Corner Cup, 100 E. Main, John Day Runners can suit up in their fi nest ugly Christmas sweaters, and join a 5K race. The cost to register is $20, and all proceeds benefi t the Tree of Joy program to provide Christmas presents for children in need. Prizes will be awarded for the men, women and children’s di- visions, and for the ugliest sweaters. The course will begin and end at The Corner Cup, following a path through downtown John Day and the Seventh Street Sports Complex. The 5K has been organized by Reitta Wyllie for her Grant Union senior project. Registration forms are available at Grant Union and at The Corner Cup. For more infor- mation, call Wyllie at 541-792-0704 or Russ Comer 541-620-0014. Timber Trucker’s Light Parade • 6 p.m., downtown John Day This year’s theme is “A Hometown Christmas.” Winners of the awards and cash drawings will be announced at the Elks Lodge immediately following the parade. The entry fee is $10. Registration is from 3-5:30 p.m. at Grant Western Lumber Co., where the parade will begin. The route will lead through town and turns left on the Third Street extension to the Elks Lodge. For more information, call 541-620-4032. Dayville Christmas Tree Lighting • 4:30 p.m., outside Dayville City Hall The City of Dayville is holding a Christmas tree lighting cer- emony. This is the fi rst time the town has added lights to the city Christmas tree. Refreshments will be served, and the Christmas decorating contest winners will be announced. TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY, DEC. 13-14 Spay and neuter clinic • John Day River Veterinary Center Dogs will be seen on Tuesday and cats on Wednesday. The veterinary center is at 59989 Highway 26, west of John Day. Call 541-932-4428 for more information. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 AARP driver safety class • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prairie City Senior Center Open to all ages, this nationally recognized defensive driv- ing course may qualify for insurance discounts. It costs $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Call 541-575-4268 or 541-792-0587 to sign up. A TTENTION G RANT C OUNTY V ETERANS : Did you know a service-connected disabled veteran is entitled to FREE use of Oregon State Parks? etc. A Unique Boutique Featuring Local Artisans See your Grant County Veteran Services Officer today for more information, located at Grant County Courthouse. 133 W. Main, John Day, Oregon Open 9am til Close Open Mon, Wed, & Fri, 10 am - 4 pm, by appointment. Call 541-575-1631 DANCING WATER SPEAKERS Starting at $39.99 Come by the Snaffle Bit Dinner House and book your Holliday Christmas Party. VEX ROBOTICS STARTER KITS Starting at $29.99 Sole Searching Pick up a gift certificate for that for Winter? Save up to 10% off sturdy, reliable, and comfortable work boots for the winter weather. RC HELICOPTERS Starting at $39.99 BE SURE TO STOP IN AND SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY DRAWINGS 04802 Mills Building Supply 751 W Main St. John Day 541-575-1021 • Open 8am-5pm Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Sat • Closed Sun special someone. Holiday Hours: Wednesday - Thursday 11:00 a.m - 9:00 p.m Friday 11:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. or so Saturday - 4:00 p.m 9:00 p.m or so Snaffle Bit 830 S Canyon Blvd. John Day 541-575-2426 THANK YOU to everyone that came out and helped support the 2017 Grant County Fair & Rodeo Court at the Coronation Dinner & Auction. This community support will make these girls ride harder and stand stronger, so they can be the best representatives they can be for the next year and beyond! What a great turn out, we are all blessed to be a part of this amazing event! Thank you to the sponsors, supporters and donators, big or small your generosity is greatly appreciated and will help this program grow and prosper! Happy trails! Queen Jessica & Princess Trinity 04890
