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OKANOGAN VALLEY GAZETTE-TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 5, 2015
OKANOGAN VALLEY LIFE
The countdown to Thanksgiving begins I can’t believe it! And, then another month and you know what that will be. Word has been received from our friend, Mary Ellen Lemond, in Michigan, that she has shingles, again. Once is enough for me and I hope my shot still kicks in, if needed. It isn’t often that we hear of someone wanting to gain weight. It is usually the other way around, but for Doris Reynolds, (twin of Dee Patterson) she must reach a prescribed weight to be able to tolerate the treatments for the Hodgkin disease, she is battling. There is only one positive thing about the disease and that is, that now days the success of the treatments is very high. And we certainly are hoping that all goes well for her. These rainy, dreary days, of recent, aren’t nearly as much fun as sunshine and pretty flowers, but that’s life. I guess we weren’t promised a rose garden, year ‘round. If you find a path with no obstacles it
probably doesn’t lead anywhere. Have you been to the American Legion for Wednesday night hamburgers? Sure beats cooking at home and no dishes to wash. It’s a win-win situation. On Saturday, Nov. 7, the annual spaghetti luncheon/bazaar will be held at the United Methodist Church. Deep appreciation to (Hometown Pizza) John and Becky Dejardens for their assistance in preparing and obtaining the necessary foods, for a delicious spaghetti, crisp salad, garlic bread and pumpkin pie for dessert. There will be seating available for those that can’t accommodate the stairs. For the first time there will be a few vendor tables offering items other than just items made by the church. Come and be surprised! Lunch starts at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and bazaar is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet friends and make new ones. One of our faithful members, at the Oroville Senior Citizens, is Darlene Allen. News comes of serious health
issues with Darlene. Hank and Darlene a home in Hawaii would be having the moved to Oroville some several years best of two worlds, wouldn’t you say? ago to give “in-home care” to Ruby That is the case of Wallie Akowa who is Sherling, Darlene’s mom. able to move back and forth And later decided to sell their as the seasons change. Have a home in Spokane and live life good winter, Wallie! in the ”slow lane.” Hopefully As you drive past the her diagnosis and treatment Oroville Free Methodist will be beneficial and we’ll Church, you will notice the see them back at our lunch absence of all the shrubs, tables. bushes, flowers etc. that Jim Weaver, artist and past once were located there, suraid to the cook at the Senior rounding the church. Also Center, has the misfortune the “YAK” building, (once of having a detached retina Dr. Lamb’s office) and where and was sent to Spokane for THIS & THAT the youth group of the comevaluation and corrective Joyce Emry munity have met for quite procedures. Best wishes for a few years. Watch for new a speedy recovery are being construction of a replacement sent to him. building to be used for receptions etc, to Who says senior citizens are drab and replace the use of the basement of the dull? Well, maybe some are but not those church which proved, through the years, found in Oroville. From “Shady Ladies” to be too small and stairs that were detriDoris Hughes and Evelyn Dull, wearing mental to some. lamp shades for their hats, to “Minnie I noticed a man cleaning and removPearl” Betty Steg, Barbie Freimuth, as ing/replacing bricks around the base of a lovely bride and the prize winner, the trees that adorn Main Street. Time Roberta Cole, in a bright purple witch wears on them. Hopefully soon we can outfit, and others. Whata’ a bunch of fun get some new businesses to fill some ladies.!!!! of the empty shops. That too is being To have a home on Lake Osoyoos and worked on.
Come shop the Chesaw Christmas Bazaar Nov. 7
OROVILLE SENIOR NEWS Next Senior Pancake Breakfast is Nov. 14
SUBMITTED BY MARIANNE KNIGHT HIGHLANDS CORRESPONDENT
Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Well, Saturday, Nov. 7 would be a good day to start at the Chesaw Christmas Bazaar. You can shop from 9 a.m. ‘til 2 p.m. in the Community Building in Chesaw. There will be homemade items, books, jewelry, dried flowers, cookies, baked goods and more. The Country Kitchen will be serving chili “your way.” With or without cheese or onions, in a bowl or on a bun. Join us for
SUBMITTED BY JAMES GUTSCHMIDT PRESIDENT, OROVILLE SENIOR CITIZENS
Some events to watch for in Nov. include: Our pancake breakfast served on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Thanksgiving Potluck is on Nov. 26 at 1 p.m. (We will provide the turkey, dressing, potatoes, and gravy). Mark your calendars. Our Halloween Costume Party Friday was wonderful fun. The prize for best costume went to Roberta Cole. Roberta was dressed in purple, with a pointed hat, and she fit the part very well of, well, you know. (You think she cast a spell on the judges?) Second prize went to Betty Steg, as Mini Pearl, and third prize went to Barbie Fremuth, dressed as a bride. I think that Doris Hughes and Evelyn Dull sported costumes that were not, in any way dull, as the shady ladies. They were runners up. And, of course, there was that sprightly young fellow with a huge spider hanging from his hat. Not to forget the box lady. After lunch, Thursday last, the bingo crowd, gobbling gobs of Halloween candy and had a great time playing, bingo? We are looking to find a cabinet, preferably near the snack table. Our goal is that the the “bingoers’” setup is less disruptive to the kitchen staff. OCTN, our meal provider, has the space rented until 1 p.m., and the kitchen staff has a limited time to prepare and clean up. The rule is that everyone is to stay out of the kitchen until
Looking for more volunteers SUBMITTED BY GAI WISDOM OROVILLE EAGLES #3865
The Auxiliary Ladies have the new raffle basket on display and will be happy to sell you tickets for it. It’s a coffee theme, and it’s pocked with goodies. Come in, take a look, and buy a ticket or two. All monies will go toward the ladies’ charities. DJ Note and Renegade Productions will be here on Friday, the 13th! It’s Karaoke at it’s finest. The party is on beginning at 9 p.m. and will rock on until
North Countryopoly available to order Nov. 7 SUBMITTED BY A LLENE HALLIDAY OROVILLE GRANGE REPORTER Raleigh Chinn/submitted photo
Roberta Cole, dressed in a purple witch’s costume, won for Best Costume in the Oroville Senior Center’s Halloween Costume Contest during their Halloween party on Friday. 1 p.m.. Now, I know, that you kings and queens are not bound by any rules, in all matters of the realm. But, there is the gnawing concepts of “consideration” and “the golden rule” that even kings and queens should consider when dealing with, you know, mere “subjects?” Remember. With the proper attitude, all things are possible (but, that’s another story). The Menu for next week is: Tuesday, split pea and ham soup; Thursday, orange glazed chicken; Friday, beef roast. For Seniors age 60 and over, the suggested donation is $3.50, or as one can
EAGLEDOM AT WORK closing time. Get your friends together and come in and join us. On Saturday, Nov. 21, the band North Half will be at the Oroville Eagles. This will be a special event open house and the public is invited to join us. North Half is a very popular band that we don’t get to enjoy nearly often enough. The pool league is on again and Burgers and More will be too. That’s every Wednesday at 6 p.m. Your Eagles need volunteers especially in the kitchen! I can’t find anything in our by-laws to
afford. The price for those under 60 is $8.00. And, for a donation of $3.50, can we really get lunch at the Senior Center? You know, fun, food, and friends? See you there? “Seven, that’s the time we leave - at seven.” This is a line in what song? And, who was the famous movie star who sang it in 1944? (I woke up with this tune in my head yesterday. I wasn’t even born in 1944). Pinochle Report: Door Prize, Ken Ripley; Pinochle, Darlene Firpo; High Man, Leonard; High Woman, Bev Storm.
prevent the Aerie members from volunteering their time and talents to the Auxiliary projects. Come on people. Get out there and help! Our Aerie meetings are the first and third Tuesday of the month and the Auxiliary meets on the second and fourth Tuesday. Queen of Hearts will be drawn at 6:30 every Tuesday. Happy hour is 4:30 pm to 7 p.m. every day. Thursdays we play Bingo and eat Burgers and More. Fridays are Steak Night, Joker Poker, and Meat Draw. We open early on Sundays when the ‘Hawks play at 10 a.m. We have free pool every Sunday. We are People Helping People!
ITEMS PAST | FROM A5 salmon as they fight to get their share of a special feeding mixer at the new fish rearing station located on the bank of the Similkameen River near Oroville. The fish will remain in the rearing pond until April, at which time they will be released into the river in an effort to start an annual migration of adult salmon. Okanogan County Sheriff ’s Deputies raided a barn seven miles south of Oroville and seized over 1800 marijuana plants last Thursday, Nov. 8 in what turns out to be the larg-
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At October’s meeting Cindy Nelson reported all the spaces have been sold for the Grange’s fundraiser board game, NorthCountry”opoly.” It will be available to order on Saturday, Nov. 7 (call Cindy at 509- 560-9271) and will be on sale in local stores on Monday, Dec. 7, in plenty of time for Christmas shoppers. A hearty thanks to all who
Chili Cook-off is Saturday, Nov. 7 SUBMITTED BY LYLE ANDERSON TONASKET EAGLES #3002
Well November is upon us and those leaves are down and ready for raking and the weather is cooling off. We hope everyone had a great Halloween. Our annual Halloween party went well and a great thanks to all that came and also participated. The following placed for our costume event. First place went to Roxi Pelton as a Spider Queen, second place to Terry Pelton as Sir Lanceo-lot, and third place to Vicki Wilkinson as Michael Jackson. Don’t forget to mark this Saturday down for our 5th annual Chili Cook-off on Nov. 7 at 5:30 pm. Come and enjoy tasting some fine chili and help decide this years winner in the hot and mild categories. There will also be a dessert auction during the event. Bingo will be on Friday at 7
OROVILLE GRANGE have shopped at our monthly Flea Markets and to all who have donated items for these events. Wednesday, Nov. 21 we will have bargains galore in our “bag and box” sale. Everything you can fit into either a bag for $2 or into a box for $5, both of which we will provide. Members discussed the possible effects of this year’s hot summer weather on various crops. Apparently, tomatoes did not produce as well as expected. Also, there were reports of area filbert trees not being pollinated result-
p.m. and the kitchen will open at 5:30 p.m. for some of those great hamburgers and fries and other great food, so get on down here and come enjoy yourself and try for that big bingo prize. Bingo is also looking for more volunteers to help out during the evening and also there is always more room for participants to play bingo. Come on down for a great evening of fun. Saturday we will be having Karaoke at 9 p.m. after the chili event and don’t forget Joker Poker Drawing at 7 p.m. Come and try and get the joker for the prize pot. Sunday at 1 p.m. will be our weekly pinochle, if you enjoy good company and playing cards come on in and we will make sure you get a seat. Pinochle scores for last weekend are as follows. Nellie Paulsen took home first place and second place went to Ward Seim. Carol Ross and Wanda Sutherland grabbed the last pinochle of the day while Jo Porter had low score. We wish all those that may be ill a speedy recovery to good health. God Bless all. The Biggest Little Eagles in the state.
to the Tonasket Distribution center along with some hats. Thank you ladies for this great donation to those in need. There will be a Free Thanksgiving Dinner in Chesaw on Thursday, Nov. 26 from noon to 3 p.m. The menu includes: turkey or ham, stuffing, potatoes and gravy, yams, corn, green bean casserole, salad, pickles, olives, cranberries, rolls and butter and dessert (pie), coffee, tea, hot cocoa and sparkling cider. The next Bingo night in Molson will be on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., bring a friend and join in the fun. Honor a veteran on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Chesaw Mercantile. Come and visit with a veteran, have a cup of coffee and a cookie or two and thank them for their service. ing in no nuts being produced - only empty shells. Samples of walnuts that were misshapen and rotten were examined. A recent book, The Garden of Invention, which relates the remarkable achievements of botanist/horticulturist Luther Burbank, was also discussed. He worked with nature to improve vegetables, fruits, flowers and trees by grafting, cross-breeding and selection in Santa Rosa, Calif. He is credited with changing that state from primarily producing wheat to being the fruit and vegetable capital it became in the late 19th century. Join us at our monthly evening meetings the third Wednesday at 7 p.m. or come early for the potluck at 6 p.m. Give your ideas for improving crop production in the hotter, drier summers we have been experiencing. Questions? Call 509-476-4072.
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