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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, Apnl 24,2013 - FIVE ‘Dinner at the Cemetery’ set for June “Returning by popular dem and,” might explain the encore performance of “Dinner-at-the-C emetery” in H eppner in ju st two months time. On June 15, the “Din- ner-at-the-Cemetery” play ers will restage “Memories of the Flood” in observance of the 110th anniversary of the most devastating natural disaster - based on impacts on people, property, and the economy - recorded in Oregon by the end of the 20"’ century. Resident descendants still can recall stories of terror and devastation told by family members who survived the 1903 Flood. "We wish to pay tribute to those survivors and memo rialize the individuals who lost their lives on June 14. 1903,” explains Sharon Harrison, co-producer of the production. Knowing that the far- reaching effects of the 1903 Flood touched lives across the State, an invitation goes out to all who wish to join the observance and learn from personal accounts by the some survivors. The evening’s event will begin at 6:30 with din ner, followed by “Memories of the Flood.” Seating will be limited to 100. Cost for the evening has not yet been finalized but will be featured in a later an nouncement. HHS graduation party fundraiser a success Sarah Carlson (L), Cliff Green and Janet Greenup (lower L) and dance hall girls have entertained at Dinner at the Cemetery in recent years. -File Photos HHS Seniors Austin Gutierrez and Austin Roberts present Bob and Aloha Despain with their new flat screen T.V. The H eppner H igh School Class of 2013 has been busy raising funds for the after graduation c e le b ra tio n know n as “ Project G raduation” , a drug and alcohol free event that takes place the night following commencement. All the money raised is used to purchase food, entertainment, and prizes for the graduates during the event. F u n d raisin g efforts have included the annual service auction, dodgeball an d T e x a s H o l d ’ em tournaments, and a raffle of a flat screen T.V. donated by Deb Gutierrez and a Traeger grill purchased at below cost from Ace Hardware in Hermiston. R affle tick ets w ere printed and donated by A View from the Hill Group raises about $9,000 to fight MS Ballroom dancing day brings back memories By Doris Brosnan Almost 100 people wither walked or volunteered in other ways during the MS Walk held on Saturday. -Contributedphoto Walkers from near and far walked to raise money to help fund the continu ing fight against Multiple Sclerosis (MS). According to organizer Merilee Mc Dowell, 72 walkers partici pated in the fifteenth annual East Oregon MS Walk on Saturday. In addition to the walkers, between 20 and 25 others volunteered during the event. In all, McDowell said, the group raised almost $9,000. “That includes the money that was raised ahead of time and on the day of the walk.” McDowell said that is comparable to the local dollars raised in 2012. Participants and vol unteers were treated to a brunch follow ing the walk. “Everybody loved the brunch,” she said. “It was a great addition to our walk.” McDowell said lo cal and even a few regional businesses donated items for drawings that were held during the brunch. “ We even had two local corpo rate sponsors and that is new this year” she said. Community Bank and the Bank o f Eastern Oregon both contributed to the event. 676-9181 "Where Friends Weet" 142 North Main PIZZA “ LADIES'S NIGHT turn fcOOTM NOT BAMtdf MUD PNK SAHDNKH tuBUN, pomo u u o s Misan D in n e r by: J u d y B u s c k e , D a r le n e L o v g r e n a n d & S h a r r o n L e w is Since no fools reside at Willow Creek Terrace, April Fools’ Day passed mainly as just the day sig naling the changing of the calendar. Only Manager Naims confesses to play ing one joke on someone but then having to confess because of her conscience. Since that day, April has been a month o f in teresting morning discus sions, ongoing activities, and some new faces. N atio n al B allroom Dancing Day on the 4,h brought back memories of dances and long gowns and discussion of some spe cific types of dances. Some hearty souls even enjoyed a twirl or two that morning. National Scrabble Day was shared with a new visi tor, Sandra Johnson, who invited residents to join her in a game. Many resi dents have voiced interest in repeating the Scrabble event, so several Scrabble boards and tiles will soon be permanent fixtures in the common room. Sandra NOW AVAILABLE AT A & M S KITCHEN HEPPNER ELKS 358 110 N. CHASE fM U H m STABLE Of T0UTH/01P B0WLIH6 AUV ALL NEWS AND ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. I Dave and April Sykes of Heppner G azette-Times. The se n io rs and th e ir parents also served the annual crab feed dinner for the Independent Order of Oddfellows, and held baked potato and soup feeds during the basketball season. This y e a r’s graduates w ould like to thank all who have supported these fundraising efforts and have made this celebration a reality. “We could not have met our goals if it had not been for the continued support of our family, friends, and the community,” said senior Austin Roberts. The class of 2013 would like to congratulate Bob and Aloha Despain, winners of the T.V., and Kris Dorran, winner of the grill. has voiced her interest in returning to the Hill often to share activities with the residents. Residents did not miss this year’s irony in the Na tional Day o f Laughter’s designation on the 14th fol lowed by the Boston Mara thon on the 15th. The resi dents' and staff"s noting the importance of laughter and their efforts that day to keep laughter alive preceded their somber discussion the, next day about the horrific bombing in Boston. As one person succinctly queried, “Why such senseless acts of crime instead of random acts of kindness?” Focusing on nature surely boosts everyone’s spirits, so the garden and the return of spring-time birds are offering every one uplifting opportuni ties. Some of the garden has been planted, and this week will bring a local youth group to the Hill to help with more planting and some weeding, a good plan in recognition of Earth Day on the 22nd. Many birds are already showing up at the Terrace feeders, and for the first time chukkars are roaming the grounds, so National Bird Day on the 26th and Go Birding Day on the 27th should be filled with opportunities to count and identify feathered friends. The three new neigh bors at the Terrace needed no identifying when they moved in this month. Rose Bergstrom has been a long time resident of the Willow Creek Valley, as have RG and Floss Watkins. These new personalities bring new views and memories that are welcomed by the community. Just five days after moving into an apartment, RG celebrated his 83rd birth day. His sense of humor is obvious in his observation that so many people wished him a “Happy birthday!” so many times; he thought he was 85 by the end of the day! Lois Allyn will actu ally turn 85 on May 9, so she and her neighbors and visiting friends will enjoy her special day and special lunch. Maybe Lois’s birthday lunch will feature some foods donated by the Odd Fellows. And maybe some Girls Scout cookies donated by the Shaws will still be a snack option. The residents have appreciated these tasty donations this month, as well as the books donated by Judy Davis. Manager Naims often acknowledges that the staff at Willow Creek Terrace is one of capable people “will ing to go the extra mile.” This week she wanted to stress that fact because re cent transitions and changes have again brought to light the staff members’ interest in “doing the right thing” and in “serving people.” She gave each staff member a plant as a special “Thank You.” Residents view these characteristics in their care- givers-friends as critical to a good life at Willow Creek Terrace. Two concerts slated lone Community School will present two concerts in early May. The fifth grade band, middle school band and high school choir will perform on May 7 at 6 p.m. The lone Elementary School spring musical “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” will be presented on May 14. Both events will be held at the school.
