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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, April 27, 2005 - SEVEN Benefit dinner to be held for Coil Amy, Eric and Rebecca Jeps- family An elegant evening o f fine dining and music for the benefit o f the Darcy Coil family is planned for Friday, May 6 at the Heppner Elks Club The newly form ed Diva Club o f South Morrow County is planning the event as a M other’s Day weekend night out This group o f local women wanted to do some thing for a fellow “girlfriend” and mother who is battling serious health problem s Based on the generosity of the Heppner High School Junior Class and their dona tion o f the 2005 Prom French Theme decorations, a night with a European flair has been planned. “The op portunity to use the prom decorations for a unique them ed event becam e a spring board for this evening out,” said Marianne Smith, event chairperson An elegant Italian dinner will be offered down stairs with two seating avail able so you can choose the best time for you, with a 5:30 p m. option or a 7:30 p m option, in addition to a desert only option The menu in cludes Tuscan style pork, Penne pasta with a Putenes- ca sauce, Italian style vege tables, tossed mixed green salad and garlic bread After dinner, guests will move up stairs where dessert will be served and guests can enjoy musical entertainment. Local musicians will play a variety o f music including vocals, violin, piano, flute, oboe and harp. The current list of per formers includes: Myma and Kristen VanCleave, Laura and Brendan M cElligott, Alex and Julianne Carlson, en, Cameron Anderson, Sa rah Stillman, Brynna Rust, Wendy Appleton, Joe Lind say, Karen Kenny Bartlett and Nick Berretta Ticket options in clude Dinner: $25 (adults) and $15 for children 12 and under for either o f the two seatings. Those wanting to come for dessert/music only can purchase dessert tickets for $ 10 and join dessert and entertainment at 7 p.m The Organizers ex plained the “ semi-formal- ness” o f the event includes extensive decorations and a sit down meal creating an exciting European theme Come enjoy everything the evening has to offer You are encouraged to come as you are and wear whatever you may feel comfortable in Ev eryone is welcome “ We are creating a unique evening with a fun atmosphere giving people an opportunity for a special night out and to help the Coil Family,” said Smith. “We have been overwhelmed by the generosity o f businesses and individuals and are very excited about the event.” She also urges women to become part o f the Diva group “It’s a wonderful way to meet new people and do something creative and fun w here every o n e is w el come,” added Smith Tickets may be pur chased at M urray’s Drug, Bank o f Eastern Oregon- Heppner and at Wheatland Insurance in lone for ad vance tickets. Tickets will also be available at the door For more informa tion, co n tac t M arianne Smith, Ann Murray or Carri Grieb. Wrangler’s hold second successful play day The Wrangler's Club held their second play day on Sunday. April 24 at the Morrow County Fairgrounds The next play da> will bo held Sunday. May 1 Results for the playday include: Stick Horse Race: I'1- Kolby Currin, 2nd- Logan Grieb. 3rd- Jacee Currin and 4th- Jaiden Mahoney Lead Line- Barrels: l4t- Jaiden Mahoney. 2nd- Kolby Curnn, 3rd- Hunter Greenup and 4*- Keegan Gibbs Lead Line- Poles: 1"- Coby Dougherty. 2“*- Kolby Currin. 3rd- Jacee Currin and 4th- Keegan Gibbs Lead Line- Goat Tying: 1“- Hunter Greenup, 2nd-Coby Dougherty, 3rd- Ev an Kollman and 4th- Keegan Gibbs Barrels- 7 and under: l*1- Rylee Kollman. 2nd- Makenzie Hughes. 3rd- Paige Grieb and 4th- Macy Gibbs. Poles- 7 and under: l51- Rylee Kollman. 2nd- Makenzie Hughes. 3rd- Macy Gibbs and 4th- Paige Grieb Goat Tying- 7 and under: 1“- Rylee Kollman. 2nd- Paige Grieb. 3rd- Macy Gibbs and 4d‘- Makenzie Hughes Barrels- 8 and 9 year olds: l"- Blake Greenup. 2,d- Tate Greenup. 3rd- Bobbie Correa and 4th- Garrett Robinson Poles- 8 and 9 year olds: 1st- Bobbie Correa. 2nd- Jaiden Mahoney, 4, being led through the poles course. Garrett Robinson. 3,d- Blake Greenup and 4th- Tate Gentry . Photo by Carri Grieb Goat Tying- 8 and 9 year olds: l1*- Tate Gentry. 2nd- Garrett Greenup. 3rd- Blake Greenup and 4,h- Stephen Thompson Barrels- 10 to 12 year olds: Is1- Jessica Hughes. 2nd- Taighler Dougherty, 3rd- Rebecca Jepsen and 4th- Devin Robinson Poles-10 to 12 year olds: l5'-Taighler Dougherty. 2nd- Rebecca Jepsen. 3rd- Mary Rietmann and 4th- Stacee Halvorsen Goat Tying- 10 to 12 year olds: 1“- Jessica Hughes. 2nd- Stacee Halvorsen. 3rd- Taighler Dougherty and 4th- Garrett Gibbs. Barrels- 13 to 17 year olds: lsl- Emily Rietmann. 2nd- Torri Lovgren and 3rd- Amy Jepsen. Poles- 13 to 17 year olds: 1st- Amy Jepsen. 2nd- Torn Lovgren and 3rd- Emily Rietmann Goat Tying- 13 to 17 year olds: 1st- Amy Jepsen and Photo by Carri Grieb Tate Gentry, 9, runs barrels. 2nd- Torri Lovgren. St. Patrick’s Senior Center news Willow Creek Little League season begins Heppner Preschool participates in Hop-A-Thon Opening ceremonies for Willow Creek Little League were held April 23 in Condon. Four teams played games- the Heppner Braves, Angels and Mariners and the Condon White Sox. Photo by Kim Cutsforth Shamrockettes to recruit in May The Heppner Preschool 4-year-old class demonstrates their hopping skills. Students in the Hep pner Preschool 4-year-old class participated last week in the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Hop-A-Thon Children in partici pating schools raise money for MDA by collecting spon sorships and donations for the number o f hops they complete in a two-minute period This year’s theme is “Everybody’s Different, No body’s Perfect.” The pro gram is designed to teach children about neuromuscu lar disease, as well as help them understand everybody has both talents and limita tions. C oby D ougherty, who had 280 hops, p er formed the most hops for the day. O ther p artic ip a n ts ranged from 60 to 150-plus hops The MDA currently serves more than 900 east ern Washington, north Ida ho and northeast Oregon in dividuals with a comprehen sive program o f research, medical and community ser vices For more informa tion about the Hop-A-Thon program or the MDA, call (509) 325-3747 or contact your local daycare center to offer m onetary su p p o rt through sponsorship CHRIS RAUCH Port of Morrow Commissioner Paid fo r by Chris Rauch \ The Shamrockettes dance team will be holding “Recruit Week,” May 16-20 from 4-5:30 p.m at the H ep p n er High School cafeteria There will be two team s this year, Ju n io r S h am ro ck ettes fo r girls going into the fourth, fifth and sixth grades in the 2005- 06 school year and S h am ro ck ettes for girls going into seventh through 12th grades in the 2005-06 school year During the sessions p articip an ts will learn a dance routine, body toning stretches and precision drill movements Daily specialty train in g s co n sist of: Costum ing- see what the group’s next year’s costumes will look like, Oregon Dance Drill Compeition- there will be DVDs from the state championships to show you what Oregon Dance/Drill is all about; Precision Drill- learn basic drill commands and have an exhibition of the advanced drill movements you would learn if you were on the team; Shamrockettes Code o f Conduct- review the guidelines for participation on the dance team ; and Showmanship- perform the dance ro u tin e you learn during the week for your friends and family on Friday Memo to the boss: I t’s Professional Secretaries Week . Teleflora’s Thank You Day B ouquet Chances are, there are a number of people in your office who make your life easier Say thanks with fresh flowers For hand-delivery anywhere, call or visit our shop P ro fe s s io n a l S e c re ta rie s NXoelr is A p ril 2 5 - 2 9 Don Y forget Prom! H e p p n e r Prom is A p ril 30th Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th M umuj ' j DM) 217 North Main, Heppner 6 7 6 - 9 1 5 8 • 6 7 6 - 9 4 2 6 (Floral) Serving Heppner Lexington & lone at a special performance Participants d o n 't have to have experience in dance or commit to join the group to p artic ip a te in recruit week, they just need the desire to try something new Participants should w ear eith er tra d itio n a l dancewear or shorts and a t- shirt and make sure it is loose fitting Socks or dance shoes are needed for the feet, there should be no bare feet or tennis shoes A water bottle is also recom m ended for break times The Seventh Day Adventist Church is provid ing volunteers for the May 4 noon meal at St Patrick’s Senior Center The menu for the day has not yet been printed The center antici pates an atmosphere o f May flowers and other spring re minders o f the changing sea sons Mary Jean and Ernie McCabe provide these imag inative shifts o f scene in the dining room The annual review of the terms of agreement be tween the Heppner Housing Authority and the Heppner Senior Citizens Board is un derway The agreement has been in effect for about 25 years If anyone has com ments, suggestions or ques tions, any member o f the se nior board or the HHA is open to input for consider ation at the conference table Income from the bin- go game is designated for kitchen needs and upkeep of equipm ent Bingo tak es place every T uesday evening, in the dining room, beginning at 7 p.m. Domi noes are offered Tuesday and Friday afternoons at 1 p.m. in the common room Any one may join in these activi ties < % !/ Estate B y DAVID SY K E S REALTO R md S IM P L E P R O J E C T S T H A T H E L P S E L L Here are som e sim ple projects which might be un dertaken with an eve toward selling your home Paint or refinish the front door and place a potted flow ering plant against or near it Wire brush wrought iron rail ings Prime and finish in rustoleum This is part of that all-important first impression Repair any leaking faucets or any that arc hard to shut off Check for smooth functioning o f all toilets Check all window and porch screens to make sure all are sound R eplace anv cracked glass The hinges of anv pull-down attic steps should be oiled so thev don't make an embarrassing noise Pour sealer into anv drivc- wav cracks. Fill and sod places where cars have worn away grass beside street or driveway. Top dress anv gravel drive, or turn-about with fresh stone Check to sec if anv vinvl flooring should be replaced Selective floor finishing might be a good idea, especially in high-traffic areas Pas! Real Estate columns and property listings are available at m w . heppner. net/heritage 180 W Baltimore #5 Heppner. OR 97836 tip diacfp Jfi/ulCo. REALTOR H 541-676-9228 I
