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COMMUNITY A6 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 Hermiston Education Hermiston library offers Foundation cancels two activities for kids, adults events due to COVID-19 HERMISTON HERALD Shores up hope for Beef & Beach Fundraiser By TAMMY MALGESINI FOR THE HERMISTON HERALD Guidelines imposed because of COVID-19 have altered how people work, socialize and participate in recreational activities. Stay home orders, social distanc- ing and restrictions on group gatherings have also changed how people engage in service organizations and volunteer activities. This is the second article in a series highlighting how area service clubs and groups have responded to the pandemic. The novel coronavirus has already forced the Hermiston Education Foundation to can- cel a pair of events that help provide supplies for students and funds for projects and a scholarship program, said co-presidents George Clough and Carol Nevin. The Hermiston Education Foundation is a local, grass- roots organization, directed by a board of trustees. It includes community volun- teers, a member of the Herm- iston School District board of education, the HSD superin- tendent, and faculty and staff of the school district. The foundation’s mission is to encourage lifelong academic, artistic and cultural learning experiences and opportunities for the students and educa- tors of the Hermiston School District. The nonprofi t organiza- tion’s annual fun run/walk, Clough said, collects a sig- nifi cant quantity of school supplies for returning fac- ulty, staff and students, which are distributed free of charge. Also, anticipating contin- ued restrictions on gatherings lingering into the new year, Clough and Nevin said the 2021 Dancing with the Herm- iston Stars also is falling vic- tim to COVID-19. In what would have been its ninth year, the event raises money for multiple Herm- iston-area service clubs and nonprofi t organizations, including the education foun- dation. HEF waltzed in to coordinate the popular event the past two years after the Desert Arts Council bowed out. Also, Clough said the tides are uncertain regarding the education foundation’s annual Beef & Beach Fundraiser. The organization hosted its 11th annual crab/beef dinner and auction in February, a month before Gov. Kate Brown fi rst declared a state of emergency because of the pandemic. “We are hopeful that we will be able to hold our Beef & Beach Crab Feed & Auc- tion on Feb. 6, 2021, in some form, but we are investigating HH fi le photo Teacher Kendra Scott admires a student’s mermaid drawing in January 2018 at Rocky Heights Elementary School. Students in the ABLE Classroom worked on decorations for the Hermiston Education Foundation’s Beach & Beef Fundraiser, which has an uncertain future for 2021 due to the pandemic. other fundraising options,” Clough said. The shutdown forced the cancellation of some of the foundation’s usual activities, Clough said, which reduced its normal amount of busi- ness. However, as a small board they were able to keep informed as well as conduct limited business by phone, email and texts. Recent board meetings with masks and social distancing is an improvement, he said. Money to provide class- room grants and scholar- ships are primarily gener- ated by the annual Beef & Beach event, Clough and Nevin said. Funds also are obtained by individual/cor- porate donations and the dis- trict’s employees through vol- untary payroll deductions. “Due to the circumstances this year, grant requests have been delayed until fall classes have been in session for a while, and new needs and opportunities associated with ‘comprehensive dis- tance learning’ are identifi ed,” Clough said. HEF awarded eight $2,500 scholarships this past spring, and plans for a similar number in 2021. Although, Clough said depending on the length of COVID-19 restrictions and impact on fundraising, the number of future awards may be reduced. Since 2003, HEF has funded more than 350 grants to HSD teachers and staff, totaling more than $365,000. The money has been used for projects, activities or equip- ment that enhances the educa- tional experience of students in the district, such as fi eld trips or art supplies. Also, over the last four years, the foundation awarded $72,500 in scholarships to graduat- ing Hermiston High School seniors. For more information about the Hermiston Educa- tion Foundation, visit www. hermistoneducationfounda- tion.org, call the Hermiston School District at 541-667- 6000 or contact any member of the HEF Board of Trustees, who are listed on the founda- tion’s website. The Hermiston Pub- lic Library reopened on-site services for the public on Monday, Sept. 21, according to a news release, and is offering a new selection of activi- ties for all ages. The basement of the library is currently under construction to trans- form the space into a temporary city hall as the city fi nalizes plans for a new city hall. Due to the construction, the library is only acces- sible through the front entrance on Gladys Avenue. Face coverings are required for all adults and school-aged chil- dren inside the building. Curbside pick-up will continue to be available for those who don’t wish to enter the building, and Wi-Fi is available on the site 24 hours a day. The library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon- day through Thursday and 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Fridays. The library is add- ing new services to its fall lineup, including the Bookworms “Fall Har- vest” Reading Challenge for children, which runs from Sept. 1 through Nov. 30. Kids who sign up can earn virtual tick- ets for prize drawings by logging their minutes spent reading. Sign up on the library’s website The most valuable and respected source of local news, advertising and information for our communities. eomediagroup.com at hermistonlibrary.us, or by calling 541-567-2882. They can also earn fi ve extra virtual tickets for the challenge by partici- pating in the library’s pen pal program. Write a let- ter or draw a picture and let library staff know how much you miss them. Let- ters can be mailed to HPL Pen Pals Program, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston, OR 97838, or dropped in the special Pen Pals box at the library curbside pickup cart during regular pickup hours. Library staff will respond to each letter sent, as long as there is a return address provided and the date it was sent. Families can participate in the QR Code Scavenger Hunt, hosted by Bucky, the library beaver. The fi rst QR code can be found at the front of the library. Solve the riddle to fi nd the next QR code until Bucky is found. The hunt runs from Sept. 25 through Oct. 4. And adults 18 and older can participate in make- and-take crafts on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Stop by during reg- ular hours to pick up a free craft activity at the table in the library. Supplies are limited to one kit per adult. In November, the library will also be displaying posters celebrating the 100- year anniversary of the rati- fi cation of the 19th Amend- ment giving women the right to vote. facebook.com/hermistonherald WORSHIP COMMUNITY Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church 565 W. HERMISTON AVE. DAILY MASS: Monday-Friday .......................................... English 7:00 am Thursday ....................................................Spanish 6:00 pm SATURDAY:.............................................. English 5:00 pm ....................................................................Spanish 7:00 pm SUNDAY:................................................... English 9:00 am ................................................................Bilingual 11:00 am ....................................................................Spanish 1:00 pm Office..................................................................... 567-5812 You’re invited to a 541-567-0272 2150 N. First St., Hermiston September 22nd-27th LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH Call ahead and use our Drive thru. Purchase a face mask inside for $5-$7 1 Breakfast Berry Blast 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 Pastor David Dever .00 $ OFF DAILY LUNCH SPECIAL $6.95 (New Menu Items Weekly) ONE DAY SALE SEPT 25th 8 am -6 pm BOGO FREE Are you turning 65 in the next year? Join one of our Medicare Birthday Parties on Oct. 1 or Oct. 6, 2-4pm to learn all about Medicare! All are welcome to join and hear about Medicare, Open Enrollment and find coverage that’s right for you. Attend in person or virtually. All Summer Clothing WEEK LONG SALE 20% Off 50% Off Reg Retail on Clearance Items Please maintain 6 feet social distancing while in the store. FAMILY DENTISTRY COMPREHENSIVE CARE A Better Way to Oral Health Call Today! 541-289-5433 1060 W. Elm, Suite #115, Hermiston (across from Good Shepherd Medical Center) www.apd4kidz.com Office hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm 995 Orchard Ave., Hermiston, OR RYAN M. 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(Free item must be of equal or lesser value) First Christian Church MENTAL HEALTH Saturdays Sabbath School........9:30 a.m. Worship Service......11:00 a.m. English & Spanish Services 567-8241 Hermiston Jr. Academy 1300 NW Academy Lane, • Hermiston LET US BE THE ONE THAT HELPS! • Adult, Child & Family Therapy • Psychiatric Evaluation & Treatment • Mental Health & Crisis Services • Confidential & Professional Care CRISIS PHONE: 866-343-4473 HERMISTON: 595 NW 11th St. • 541-567-2536 PENDLETON: 331 SE 2nd St. • 541-276-6207 WWW.LIFEWAYS.ORG URGENT CARE HERMISTON FAMILY MEDICINE & URGENT CARE Family Care • Minor Injuries Sports Physicals • Minor Surgeries We accept Medicare & some Advantage Medicare plans To advertise in the Medical Directory, please call Jeanne 541-564-4531 NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY 236 E. Newport, Hermiston (across from U.S. Bank) Hours: Mon-Sat 7:30am-7:00pm email: jjewett@hermistonherald.com To share your worship times call 541-564-4538
