Announcements

Sisters School Board Has One Opening

The Sisters School District will be appointing one community member to fill a vacancy on the School Board. The person appointed will serve on the School Board until the next election and the end of the term on June 30, 2025. To be eligible, a candidate must live in the school district, not be an officer or employee of the district, and be a qualified voter in the district. Candidates should participate in school activities, be a positive problem-solver and commit time to review materials and attend school board meetings. Contact Amy Bionda, School Board Secretary, via email [email protected] or pick up an application at the District Office. The application deadline is 4 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2024. Applicants will be notified of interview times.

Protecting Yourself from Scam and Fraud

On Thursday, January 9, from 10 a.m. to noon, Living Well with Dementia Sisters will present a seminar on learning how to outsmart scammers and stay safe online. This event will be held at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Community Hall, 301 S. Elm St. Attendance is free. Reserve your spot by emailing an RSVP to [email protected].

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Interested in exploring the principles of love, forgiveness, and inner peace? "A Course in Miracles" study group has formed near Sisters, meeting the first Sunday of each month. Contact Steven at 541-668-3834 or [email protected].

Happy Trails Horse Rescue Seeks Volunteers

Calling all horse lovers! Happy Trails Horse Rescue needs volunteers! Can you help them help horses? New Volunteer Orientation the first and third Sundays at 10 a.m. or call 541-241-0783 to schedule! Learn more at https://www.happytrailshr.org.

Weekly Food Pantry

The Wellhouse Church hosts a weekly food pantry Thursdays at 3 p.m. at 222 N. Trinity Way. Both drive-through pick-up and shopping-style distribution are available. Info: 541-549-4184.

Free Weekly Meal Service

Family Kitchen hosts weekly to-go hot meals on Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy. Visit http://www.FamilyKitchen.org.

Free Lunches for Seniors

For those 60+, the Council on Aging of Central Oregon offers a fun, no-cost social lunch every Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy. No reservations needed. No-cost Grab-N-Go lunches take place weekly on Wed. and Thurs., from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Call 541-797-9367.

Winter Solstice Gathering & Silent Labyrinth Walk

Celebrate the darkest day of the year & the rebirth of the Sun with community & fire. Non-religious welcome gathering, followed by silent walking meditation. Cocoa & tea to follow. Saturday, December 21, at 6 p.m., at Sisters Community Labyrinth in East Portal, Hwy 242 & W. Hood Ave. Area is under construction; see parking details at sisterscommunitylabyrinth.org.

STARS Seeks Dispatch Volunteers

While working from home, help STARS transport Sisters Country residents to nonemergency medical appointments. Needed: A computer, the ability to use online apps, and a telephone. Call 541-904-5545.

Free Pet Food

Budget tight this month, but you still need pet food for your dog or cat? Call the Furry Friends pet food bank at 541-797-4023 to schedule your pickup. Pickups available Thursdays, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Located at 412 E. Main Ave., Ste. 4, behind The Nugget.

Gift-Wrapping Fundraiser for SHS Tennis

Bring any unwrapped gifts to Bi-Mart on Saturday, December 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. Sisters High School tennis team will do the wrapping for you. Donations will be accepted but are not required. For questions, contact Bruce at 419-806-0167 or Vince at 541-706-1392.

Hunter Education Class

Starts February 11, 2025. Register online at odfw.com. For info call Rick Cole 541-420-6934.

STARS Seeks Volunteers to Transport Patients

Help Sisters Country residents get to nonemergency medical appointments in Sisters, Redmond, and Bend. Attend a free two-hour training. Emails from STARS dispatchers allow you to accept dates and times that work for your schedule, and a mileage reimbursement is included. Learn more at http://www.starsride.org and volunteer to keep Sisters healthy one ride at a time.

Sisters Garden Journal

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Sisters Garden Club has Garden Journals that are available for $15 at Paulina Springs Books & The Gallimaufry here in Sisters. The multiyear journal includes pages for notes on weather, monthly garden activities, plant details, and more. Sales support the Garden Club and other local nonprofits. Get your copy now. They make great gifts. Please call 971-246-0404 to ask questions and find more information.