Sisters celebrate their weekend in Sisters

Rain failed to dampen the spirits of almost 300 women taking part in the eighth annual “Sisters in Sisters” weekend celebration Friday-Sunday, September 30 to October 2.

Group meetings and meals were held in the large tent at Spruce and Main Avenue across from the current Sisters Library on land loaned by owners of Wild Dusty Rose.

From there, the women chose various all-day Saturday venues for entertainment and study. These included aromatherapy and essential oils classes at Sisters Elementary School; women’s drumming at the Blue Spruce Bed & Breakfast; quilt workshops at The Stichin’ Post; and geocaching in Sisters.

Meanwhile, others chose fascinating bead classes with artist Kate Aspen or Indian beading with Molly Kubista in classes at the tent.

“This is fun,” said Charlotte Zeller.

“I enjoyed the geocaching and bead classes,” said Becky Shelton. “Meeting new friends, the sharing and the entertainment have been wonderful.”

Besides women from Oregon, many came from neighboring Idaho and Washington. Also, long-distance travelers arrived from as far away as Michigan, Virginia and Montreal, Canada.

“This is truly a nationwide gathering over the years,” said weekend emcee Dave Starr.

Louise White, a soft-spoken woman of 89 years from Sisters, also enjoyed events over the weekend.

“I really enjoyed seeing and hearing (author) Jane Kirkpatrick’s talk Friday evening,” she said.

Terry Ness, from Lake Oswego, described the weekend as “a spiritual experience.”

Several women also commented on the comedic talents of Susan Rice, presented after Saturday’s dinner.

“She was a hilarious female comedian,” said Lacie Shaw from Beaverton.

Once again the weekend affair was hosted by the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce and main supporter, Black Butte Ranch. Sandy Goodsell once more headed an all-volunteer group managing the events.

Energetic “Mr. Volunteer” Ron Roach once more was on hand helping over the weekend. He has been on duty for all eight Sisters in Sisters events.

Each year, a contribution is made to the Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance. This helps to provide safe housing for children and women victims of domestic violence.