News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Each November for the past six years, a cadre of dedicated volunteers has welcomed community members to their table for a Thanksgiving dinner. This year, the Sisters Community Thanksgiving Dinner will draw some 300 people to Sisters Community Church from noon to 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 28, for a feast and good fellowship. All are welcome for the community event. Jennifer Seher, one of the organizers, told The Nugget that the dinner draws people who don’t have big f... Full story
The Belfry was full of laughter, good feelings, and singing last Friday night as about 200 community members gathered for “Let’s Sing, Sisters!” The free event featured the Low Bar Chorale band from Portland and their dynamic director, Ben Landsverk, who fully engaged the assembled crowd in renditions of pop hits like “Hey Jude,” “Shadow,” and “Maggie May.” The crowd contained every age and stage, from school-aged kids and their parents, to the whole range of middle-agers,... Full story
Although we saw the first signs of Christmas creeping into our lives even before Halloween arrived, the Christmas season is now officially headed into full swing. And, for many of us, one of the first things that comes to mind is finding a Christmas tree. Oregon is, by far, the nation’s largest producer of commercial Christmas trees, nearly doubling the production of its nearest rival, North Carolina. Still, news stories currently circulating warn of a 2019 Christmas tree shortage and skyrocketing prices. Purportedly, s... Full story
Thanksgiving opens the senses to the warmth and comfort of autumn’s bounty. The veggies, the bird and the accompanying spices all melt together in an experience that is indescribable to those who have not experienced it. Every family has its own flair, whether it’s a corn casserole, sweet potato with orange juice, or cornbread stuffing — but there are some standalone classics that just about everyone has grown up to enjoy. Recently, some have come to scrutinize Thanksgiving as an avatar of our current state of health an... Full story
Winter is arriving now in Sisters. When the weather outside is frightful, it’s your job as a pet parent to keep your furry friend warm and safe. After all, Rover can’t quite put on a scarf for his morning walk or tell you when he wants to go indoors on a blustery day. Keeping pets warm and safe during winter months should be a top priority for all pet parents. Frigid weather can be hard on pets, just like people. It is important to prepare your furry friend for the cold win... Full story
