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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2019 Dancing with the Hermiston Stars returns Seventh annual event is Jan. 12 By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR Anderson A handful of local “stars” will get schooled during the seventh annual Dancing with the Hermiston Stars. Taking over organiz- ing the popular event, the Hermiston Education Foun- dation is looking forward to a fun time while also pro- viding an opportunity for seven local nonprofit orga- nizations to raise money during the event. Each of the local stars will be paired with a pro- fessional from the Utah Ballroom Dance Company. After working with the pro- fessionals during the week, the dancers will attempt to work the crowd to raise additional money for their cause and in hopes of bring- ing home the coveted mirror Bacon ball trophy. Dancing with the Herm- iston Stars is Saturday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. in the audito- rium at Hermiston High School, 600 S. First St. Advance tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for stu- dents. They are available by clicking “Events” at www. hermistoneducationfounda- tion.org or at the Hermiston School District office, 305 S.W. 11th St. Tickets pur- chased at the door are $25. With a theme of Music Legends, the performances should be legendary. The local dancers include Beth Anderson, a drama teacher with the Hermiston School District. She is dancing for the host organization to raise money for the Hermis- ton Education Foundation, Badillo Frazier who provides grants to local educators to enhance educa- tional opportunities for stu- dents in the district. Ander- son reports her last dance performance at age 6 was a tap routine to “I’m a Little Teapot.” As for Jake Bacon, Highland Hills Elementary School principal, it’s Ham- mer Time. He will attempt to dispel rumors that “you can’t touch this” as he raises money for the Kiwanis Club of Hermiston. Jonny Badillo, who’s dancing for Court Appointed Special Advocates, picked up some tips from Umatil- la-Morrow County Head Start co-worker Jesus Rome, who was a partic- ipant in the 2016 event (view at www.youtube.com/ Garberg Umbarger watch?v=VBFR9pfNOis). Tony Garberg, director of cardiopulmonary services at Good Shepherd Health Care System, will breathe easy as he’s raising money for the Hermiston Rotary Club. The service club is support- ing Pioneer Relief Nursery to help prevent child abuse. Kara Frazier, a first grade teacher at Desert View Ele- mentary School, will kick up her heels for Made to Thrive. The local nonprofit provides support to at-risk youngsters through sports, activities music and art. Ashley Umbarger, who grew up attending Herm- iston Campus Life, now serves as its executive direc- tor with her husband, Jeff. And, she’s hoping to cut a rug and a check for the faith- based teen program. M a r y Winebarger, who moved to Hermis- ton in 2010, Winebarger got involved with Altrusa International of Hermis- ton in 2017, serving as trea- surer. A semi-retired book- keeper, she’s hoping to add some cash to the ledger of the local service club. Getting people to commit to dancing wasn’t a difficult process, said HEF co-pres- ident Karen Sherman. The education foundation con- tacted several nonprofit organizations and asked if they wanted to be involved with the fundraiser. The local organizations then found a willing person to dance on their behalf. “I think that speaks vol- umes about our community — that organizations are full of people that will put them- selves out there,” said Tricia Mooney, Hermiston School District superintendent. And, Mooney, herself, knows what it means to put her money where her feet are. Despite being appre- hensive, Mooney danced during the 2018 event. “I felt like I really accomplished something when I made it through my 90 seconds,” she said with a laugh. “I’m not a dancer, so it was a little scary but it was fun.” The winner will be deter- mined by a combination of the judge’s scores, audience votes and money raised by each dancer. People can cast votes in the form of dona- tions at the event or via https://squareup.com/store/ hef. The first half of Dancing with the Hermiston Stars features the local dancers pairing up with profession- als. The second half of the show includes a program presented by the Utah Ball- room Dance Company. In addition to an evening of fun, Mooney said it serves as a way to support multiple nonprofits. last. The library is at 235 E. Gladys Ave. Kids of all ages are invited to join the fun and get creative. For more information, call the library at 541-567- 2882 or visit www.hermis- tonlibrary.us. Mountain Community Col- lege, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Several area school board mem- bers will be in attendance, including Josh Goller of Hermiston. For information, call 503-588-2800 or visit www.osba.org. BRIEFS New year ... new resolutions Resolutions … smesolutions. to be very congruent with what Ms. While I don’t really get into the whole Rockwood said about staying focused thing, I decided to read about making on one thing. New Year’s resolutions. And then there’s a downright crazy suggestion that I could replace caf- After employing the assistance of feine with climbing stairs for 10 min- Google, I found an article on Good utes. Evidently, some scientific survey Housekeeping that caught my eye, in the Physiology & Behav- “35 Achievable New Year’s ior journal determined it’s of Resolutions for Healthier and greater benefit for sleep-de- Happier Living: Boost your prived women than the energy and stress less.” energy boost from a can of I shouldn’t have clicked. pop or half a cup of coffee. But I did — I was lured by Whatever! the promise of more energy I did find a few tips that are and less stress. The last time I T ammy appealing. While it was rel- referenced an article in a col- m algesini egated to No. 28 on Rock- umn, it seemed to ruffle the COMMENT wood’s list, I’m looking for- feathers of the author (but ward to starting the year on really, 19 step-by-step instruc- the right foot by shopping for a new tions on the best way to carve a tur- pair of shoes. key). So, Kate Rockwood, if you’re Although, No. 18 might not garner reading this, please know I mean no the same amount of enthusiasm from disrespect with my random musings. First of all, 35 things to read, eval- my husband, it spoke to me: “Dele- gate more chores.” And, I figured if uate and consider incorporating into planning a vacation leads to healthier my life is way too much. Aside from and happier living, why not get triple the attention deficit issue, I would the benefit. I already submitted three assume that to consider these behav- different time off requests. ior changes as part of a New Year’s In addition, I have found the sug- resolution, at the very latest I should gestion of playing upbeat music when at least begin tackling them before engaged in activities to be beneficial. January is over. Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way” led to I laughed at No. 7: “Do one thing at a time.” If only. Seriously, the very the perfect soufflé. Oh, who am I kid- ding, it was more like “Mama Kin” nature of my job doesn’t allow this. Then I got to No. 14, which suggests I in the kitchen — or more accurately, listen to an audiobook while working “Dream on, dream on, dream on, dream until your dreams come true.” out. That, my friends, doesn’t seem Thank you to the following businesses for supporting Newspapers in Education Their generous support of the Hermiston Herald NIE program helps provide copies of the newspaper and unlimited access to HermistonHerald.com and the e-Edition to schools throughout the community. Libraries announce reading promotion Children who use their Ready 2 Learn library card in January will be entered in a drawing to win an early learning gift pack. As a way to encourage early learning and visits to the library, the promotion is open to children ages 0 to 5 with a Ready 2 Learn card at most libraries in Umatilla and Morrow counties. For more information, visit www.ready2learnore- gon.weebly.comor stop by your local library. Library program gets crafty Free craft activities are available at the Hermis- ton Public Library each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., while supplies “ Have You Completely Eliminated The Little Black Dress From Your Wardrobe And Given Up Hope Of Ever Wearing One Again?” School board association seeks input A town hall meeting on state school funding is being hosted by the Oregon School Boards Association. Community members are invited to share their thoughts on how to improve education in Oregon. Dis- cussion will include how to approach members of the legislature to urge them to provide stable funding for Oregon schools. The meeting is Thurs- day from 7-9 p.m. at Blue Service features singing of hymns A special service featur- ing fellowship and the sing- ing of old hymns is planned at Victory Baptist Church on Sunday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the church, 193 E. Main St., Hermiston. There is no admission charge for the informal service and every- one is welome. 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