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Central Oregon Resources for Independent Living (CORIL) has recently changed their name to Abilitree, which was announced publicly back in September of 2011. CORIL has some deep roots within the community and the thought of a name change was uncertain at first. “CORIL no longer accurately describes the comprehensive nature of services provided today” said Jim Lee, Executive Director for Abilitree. “We provide more than just resources; we change the lives of people we serve and of the people who are privileged to serve them. People with disabilities are some of the best teachers we know about how to live our lives”, said Lee.

So, to combat the inaccuracy of their name, they discussed all the different combination of “meanings” that could fit into a new title for their organization. Abilitree, which has since been graciously accepted and approved by the community, integrates the two words of Ability and Tree, along with the tagline of ‘Growing Abilities for Independence’. This new name clearly communicates what the organization does and their renewed energy and commitment to grow independence, work productivity and full inclusion in the lives of people with all levels of disabilities.

Part of the distinction of Abilitree is that they provide comprehensive services to all people who experience disabilities including youth, adults, elderly and family support. For instance, my brother has dealt with a severe hearing loss since birth. Although he is nearly deaf, he can read lips and hear quiet

conversations but he has faced many challenges that the average person will never understand. We learned about Abilitree and how they offer services that extend far past the mentally or physically challenged and can actually help my brother. For the first time in 50 years, he is getting the support he needs to keep him from falling further into financial trouble. They are showing him what he can do to achieve success in his life even with his hearing loss and equally debilitating degenerative back disease. Walking him through the steps he needs in order to obtain services which are in place for people just like him is Lisa Mclean, otherwise known as the “pitbull with wings”. She is the Independent Living Specialist with

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Abilitree who has taken my brother under her angel wings and is leading him in all the right directions. It’s a path he has tried to walk down by himself many times before but has been judged, turned away, ridiculed and made to feel useless. After a while, in his situation, you begin to think the worst of yourself and doubt everything about who you are. Since meeting her and finding out he is not alone, this is now the first time in his life he has been made to feel worthy of the support. Lisa has not only provided an extraordinary benefit to my brother, she has also given him hope and put a bit of a spring back in his step. She, in addition to everything Abilitree stands for, is simply amazing.

In Central Oregon since 1981, Abilitree has been providing professional services to people with

all levels of disabilities from the extreme mentally challenged all the way to someone like my brother. Services are presently offered from two locations in Bend and include an abundance of information and referral, counseling, peer support, skills training, individual and system advocacy, youth in transition, vocational training, job experience and placement. They provide people with all disabilities the opportunity to discover their true abilities while growing to become productive citizens throughout our community. They provide hope, growth, confidence, care and love for all in every situation. Thank you, Abilitree.

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Many of us, myself included, love going out to eat on Valentines Day – this day provides couple-watching at its finest and most interesting. So much pressure to have fun – so much riding on making the evening memorable. Conditions are ripe to spot a man producing a ring between main course and dessert. Or to witness the night going sour for some mismatched pair. If you’re so over fighting the crowds and the head-tripping energy of Valentines Day out, what are your alternatives? There’s always cooking for your loved one – this is an awfully nice thing to do and always appreciated. And then there is hiring a chef.

Chefs (and massage therapists, restaurant worker bees, chocolatiers) predictably perform magic on certain days of the year. Christmas, Thanksgiving and Valentines Day are busy times for us who provide “luxury” services. If you’ve considered a chef to help make your (in-home) Valentines Day super special, but you don’t quite know what that would look like, let me help you visualize!

You, the mastermind of this romantic evening, work with a chef to dream up a menu that makes you and your lovely swoon. Valentines falls on a Tuesday this year, so you and Sweetie might be working while the chef shops for the planned meal and arrives at your house either before you make it home from work or shortly thereafter. Fresh flowers festoon a set table. You’ll want an appetizer, as this will give you and Lovely a chance to warm up to the chef and to the idea of someone else cooking in your kitchen and serving you. You feel strange treating your own kitchen like a happy-hour joint, but you are starting to get the hang of it. You could get used to this.

After the casual starter course, you both change from work attire to something more geared toward the occasion, re-emerging to find the salad course served – wilted spinach with sesame seeds, almonds and a miso vinaigrette. Pandora plays the Sinatra Channel. You notice Honey has applied your favorite dusky scent to her wrists and, you imagine, decolletage. With the house smelling amazing from the simmering main course, you are finding it easier to

lose yourself in light conversation with Lovely. Relaxation takes over. Sinatra croons. A second glass of Bordeaux is finished with the main course: grass-fed beef tenderloin with juniper berry sauce.

Dessert next – it will be a surprise to both of you, per the menu plan. As long as it has chocolate in it, anything goes. The chef answers your craving as if by magic, and two

squares of chocolate tres leches cake appear, with steamy cups of Italian-roasted Sumatra.

The chef has been busy cleaning as you’ve leisurely dined. She is ready to leave about the time you are opening your Netflix envelope. No tipping required – she slips out, and you are free to slip into something more comfortable. Valentines mission accomplished!

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You like him, he likes you and you are pretty darn certain there is some kind

of connection that satisfies the both of you mutually. So then we flirt, tell little white lies and act all funny around each other. Maybe you steal a kiss and ask who is going to call who first. But wait, lets over-analyze this too much. I mean, if he calls first than he must be really desperate. But if you call first, you are way too forward and he will get the wrong signal or freak out. And wouldn’t a

freak out be appropriate since your initial phone call automatically makes it certain you want to get married right away.

So then you say you are going to wait three days and think about it too much as each minute passes. Day two comes and goes, you dial the phone number and hang up before it rings each time. The entire time, he is waiting by his phone, checking it every 10 minutes to see if maybe, just maybe you finally called. He thinks that if he calls now, you will freak out because his desperation will be a total turn off. But really, all he wants to do, just like you, is call to say what a wonderful time he had with you and is there any chance you guys could do it all over again this weekend. And you know that if he did call right now, you would get all tingly inside and answer eagerly. Of course when you answer, you will make it sound like you are very busy at the spa getting a massage or doing some other important sounding thing. He will be slightly jealous and wonder if there are any other guys around you and feel intimidated beyond belief. This in turn will create a hesitation from him and the chances of him asking you out again become slim. You hang up with one another, with no future date, frustrated and sad.

So, tell me, why on earth do we do this to ourselves? The games we play in the beginning, and many times throughout our relationships, are absurd to me. Life is too short to play these silly tricks on one another. Why do we insist on “testing” each other? I understand pain in the heart from rejection or breaking up with someone hurts far too much. I hate it. But wouldn’t you rather take the risk and hurt from trying than hurt from losing something that could be perfect in every way? Why can’t we just be open and upfront? It would be a huge relief in the dating world, wouldn’t it? If you could stop the games and just call? I would like that. Because ultimately, if we cannot be ourselves and real in every way from the beginning, then it seems as though we are starting our relationship out on lies and false perceptions. I hate that too. I can imagine many of you have had enough of those relationships and wish, deep down, that you could just be yourself out of the gate and be completely accepted. Besides, if the other one does not fully accept you for who you are then that person was not meant to be in your life in the first place.

So go ahead, call him. I guarantee he wants to talk to you. And if he doesn’t, he will let you know and you can put on a band-aid and move on.

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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner and the possibility that your main squeeze might get you some special perfume for a gift, did you ever wonder how he might really feel about your choice in scents? Do you have anew one you are thinking about trying out but are afraid he won’t like it? Is it really a turn on or is it something they wish they could turn off ? We decided to ask our community of men for their opinion regarding women’s perfume.

The most popular response was that men like their women to smell nice and clean with crisp, light and fruity scents. Philosophy Pure Grace, Burberry, Flora by Lacoste, Juicy Brand and Touch of Pink were

suggested as favorites. Ken says he prefers his girl to smell good but not too strong. The best for him is when he smells her as she walks by or leans in close as long as it is soft and light. Kyle also likes it to be fruity and fresh and highly discourages being drenched in the perfume. Seems as though they would prefer it more diffi cult to smell than obvious.

Chris says that each woman should have their own scent. He says he can still catch a whiff of a distinct perfume and instantly remember a particular person. He also prefers for it to be light on the nose, memorable and fruity or fl oral.

For the deeper perfumes, Richard loves the scent of Vanilla, Jon likes the sensual nose of Dark Kiss and Japanese Cherry Blossom and many still ramble off Obsession or Eternity as a long-time favorite. A few even told us they liked the night time musk scents of Theirry Mugler or Angel by Narcisco.

Peter told us that most men like all kinds of perfume, so long as it is not overpowering whereas Casey hates when his wife wears perfume altogether. Nicole says her choices always make her husband sneeze, so she reluctantly lays off of it.

Tim is not fond of perfume in particular but prefers a light fragrance that comes from a bath soap or body lotion. He really likes it when the only way to smell his girl is when she gets extra close.

When you go to pick out your next perfume, be sure to have help determining the proper scent for you. Take some time when shopping and pick two to try on. Rub a small drop on the pulse point of either wrist and walk around for about 30 minutes, smelling each wrist every 5 minutes or so. The natural oils in your skin will either change the scent altogether or it will enhance it. Just when you think you found a scent that you like, it might not blend well with your natural oils. Take your time and fi nd one that suits you best.

It certainly does appear that men defi nitely like for their gal to have a fresh scent, mild and understated. Unless of course they need an allergy pill to go with it, we say dabble it on lightly over your pulse points, just a drop, and leave it alone. The smell will get better as your body warms and if you have the opportunity to get close, he will certainly be able to enjoy it.

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Sitting smack in the middle of the month, Valentine’s Day always makes us associate February with love. And by love, we mean romance. Flowers, chocolate, gifts. Dining, dancing, passionate kisses. Who doesn’t enjoy those things? But, alas, the moonlight fades and romance tends to wander away alongside it. Romance is like the jewelry that love wears. Glitzy and beautiful to be sure, but you don’t wear it all the time.

Lasting love is what we all really want. We can have it too. We just need to put focused energy in that direction…and have a certain amount of skill. Over the years, I’ve taught numerous relationship classes, worked with many couples and written about relationships in my book, Magic Child. So there is plenty I could say about this topic. But for the sake of this space, I’m going to share just a few tips for keeping your love alive.

First, don’t take your love for granted. It is just too easy to slide your partner onto a back burner when overwhelmed by too many responsibilities and interests. Children and work are usually the two big competitors for energy but children and career alike suffer when love hits the rocks, so you actually benefit both when you invest in your love life. You may not be able to spend the long leisurely days and nights you enjoyed during courtship, but you need to make sure you are spending quality time on a regular basis.

Everyone can manage a short check in morning and night. In addition, schedule a date night and be sure you’re spending some time expressing your love physically. It’s the rare couple that both feel sex is optional. There are phases when one

partner is less interested in sex, but usually it’s still important to the other one, and so it’s still important to keeping love alive. If there’s a reason intercourse is not possible, physical affection will keep you connected. Even when you’re making love regularly, remember to share melting hugs and long kisses not as foreplay but just to express love.

People talk about intimacy and often they mean intercourse. But true intimacy also involves emotional, mental and spiritual intimacy. A relationship that really thrives is one where partners trust each other enough to talk about their feelings, ideas and life experiences. They play and laugh and pray together.

The last suggestion I’ll make for keeping love zesty is to make sure you don’t get stale personally. If your thinking, activities, and lovemaking haven’t changed in twenty years, you’re probably slightly bored with life. And if you’re bored, you’re probably boring--especially to your partner. There’s a saying “If you’re not on the edge, you’re taking up too much space.” One of the secrets to keeping anything alive is to keep growing. Make sure you’re trying something new, something that excites

you and makes you stretch your limits. Share that with your partner. If you both are growing instead of stagnating, you’ll keep each other on your loving toes!

Jane Meyers is a hypnotherapist and the owner of Positive Life Connections, a business devoted to helping people restore their zest in life. She is also the minister at Unity Community of Central Oregon, the author of Magic Child, a mother and grandmother, and a lover of Bend, Oregon. You can hear Jane’s

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Valentine’s Day is here, which is good news for us chocolate fans. There is some wonderful health benefits from the right kind of chocolate. Chocolate is made a plant- the cacao plant, which means it contains many of the health benefits of plants and vegetables. The health benefits of chocolate and dark leafy green vegetables stems from the flavonoids in the plants which act as antioxidants. Scientists theorize that plants naturally produce antioxidants to help them survive harsh growing conditions and to protect them from environmental stress. These same compounds can aid the humans who eat the plants too. Antioxidants protect the body from aging caused by free radicals. Free radicals can cause damage that leads to heart disease, aging, and inflammation. Dark chocolate contains a large number of antioxidants (nearly 8 times the number found in strawberries). The health benefits of high-antioxidant foods are significant. Recent studies suggest that the antioxidants in foods may reduce the risk of many kinds of illness, from heart disease to cancer, and dark chocolate and cocoa contain high levels of cell-protecting antioxidant compounds. Two tablespoons of natural cocoa have more antioxidant capacity than four cups of green tea, 1 cup of blueberries and one and half glasses of red wine- why not have them all this Valentine’s Day?!

So in February we are often talking about chocolate, love and hearts, and the good news is that dark chocolate is good for your heart. A small bar of dark chocolate every day can help keep your heart and cardiovascular system running well. One of the heart health benefits of dark chocolate is that it lowers blood pressure, studies have shown that consuming a small bar of dark chocolate everyday can reduce blood pressure in individuals with high blood pressure. Chocolate also lowers cholesterol. Dark chocolate has also been shown to reduce LDL

of pleasure), it contains serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant, it contains theobromine, caffeine and other substances which are stimulants. So eating chocolate makes us feel good. But why exactly? Chocolate contains more than 500 natural chemical compounds, some of which have been categorized as mood elevating and pleasure inducing. I would like to talk about only a few of these compounds in chocolate that some effects on the brain. Chocolate is one of nature’s most concentrated sources of theobromine, a mild, natural stimulant and molecular “cousin” of caffeine. However, unlike caffeine, theobromine does not strongly stimulate the central nervous system, nor does it have the same “eye-opening” power. While safe for humans, other species, such as dogs, lack the specific enzyme that metabolizes theobromine so eating chocolate can cause them to become overstimulated.

Chocolate contains relatively small amounts of caffeine, about as much as a cup of decaffeinated coffee. A 1.5 ounce milk chocolate bar has 11 mg of caffeine, while a similar-sized dark chocolate bar has 27 mg of caffeine. In contrast, a 12-ounce mug of coffee has 200 mg of caffeine. Next is Phenylethlamine (PEA), this compound may be responsible for some of the pleasurable feelings you get after eating chocolate because it releases natural feel-good chemicals called endorphins in your brain. PEA is released by the brain when people are falling in love. Perhaps this explains why chocolate and Valentines Day are so closely linked. Next is copper. The average dark chocolate bar has 14 percent of the daily requirement for copper, a critical mineral that aids in the absorption of iron and is a key component of enzymes that form skin-strengthening collagen. Copper also is critical to heart health. During the early stages of development of the fetus, a diet low in copper in the mother can result in cardiovascular abnormalities and later on in life can contribute to the development of vascular disease.

One of my favorite minerals is magnesium. One average dark chocolate bar can deliver nearly 12 percent of your daily magnesium requirement. Studies show magnesium may help reduce the risk of several chronic illnesses, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Up to 90 percent of Americans don’t get

the recommended daily allowance of magnesium from their diet alone. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency can include muscle cramps, migraines, fatigue, loss of appetite, depression, nausea and vomiting, insomnia, and restless leg syndrome. Cocoa and chocolate are natural sources of potassium, which studies have shown to be a key factor in affecting blood pressure and stroke. The more potassium present in the body, the less likelihood of developing high blood pressure or stroke, the studies show. Finally we will talk about iron. Cocoa and chocolate naturally contain iron, a key component of overall good health and the most common nutritional deficiency in the U.S. On average, a dark chocolate bar has nearly 7 percent of the required daily allowance. An average unsweetened baking chocolate bar packs in 13.3 percent of the daily requirement. Some specific brands of chocolate even have higher iron contents. The main function of iron is to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs. If your body is low in iron, fatigue, irritability and headaches may occur. If the iron deficiency becomes significant, you can become anemic. Well, I hope that I gave you many reasons to reach for the chocolate this February, but this information doesn’t mean that you should eat a pound of chocolate a day. Chocolate is still a high-calorie, high-fat food. Most of the studies done used no more than 100 grams, or about 3.5 ounces, of dark chocolate a day to get the health benefits. One bar of dark chocolate has around 400 calories. If you eat half a bar of chocolate a day, you must balance those 200 calories by eating less of something else. Cut out other sweets or snacks and replace them with chocolate to keep your total calories the same.

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cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) by up to 10 percent. The antioxidants in dark chocolate have been linked to positive cardiovascular health, such as enhanced blood flow, healthy cholesterol levels and, in some cases, reduced blood pressure. Flavonoids in chocolate also help relax blood pressure through the production of nitric acid and balance certain hormones in the body.

Chocolate also holds benefits apart from protecting your heart- it tastes good, it stimulates endorphin production (which gives a feeling


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2. Pace the Scrubs on the Face.

If you use scrubs on your face, choose them wisely and use them

sparingly. Always choose a natural scrub with tiny, smooth round beads and use once or twice a week tops. Using a scrub with rough, large pieces (an example is the common apricot scrub) and exfoliating to often (more then 2 times a week) will only irritate the delicate skin on the face and often causes breakouts

and dry skin.

3. Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize

When your skin feels tight and dry during the day, it’s ok to reapply your moisturizer. And, sometimes using a heavy, more emoilliant cream in the winter adds the extra protection your skin needs. This works great for the face and the body.

4. Look for Ingredients that are Natural Humectants.

Humectants are wonderful ingredients that draw moisture to the surface of the skin and bind it there. If your moisturizer isn’t keeping your skin hydrated, applying a hydrating serum under your moisturizer works wonders. Common ingredients to look for are Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Allantoin and Urea.

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6. Wear Gloves & Apply More Lotion.

The skin on our hands is thin and delicate just like the face but, the hands have fewer oil glands and we use them all day for everything. To avoid chapped hands, apply lotion containing urea, allation and natural nut butters liberally. And, remember to wear your gloves, they preserve and protect from the cold.

7. Use a Mild, Liquid Cleanser in the Shower and Lotion After.

Avoid using bar soap and harsh cleansers, they strip your skin of its vital, natural oils and often leave behind the same residue you find on your shower walls on your skin. Find a mild, liquid cleanser that gently cleans and is easy to wash off and always apply lotion after the shower when your skin is still damp.

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Vitamins in the kitchen cupboard. Ibuprofen in the bathroom drawer. Maybe even a bottle of old prescription medication in the nightstand.

Welcome to Many-a-Home, U.S.A.

Annual sales of vitamins, diet supplements, over-the-counter drugs and prescription medication are measured in the billions of dollars. It’s difficult to go any length of time without seeing or hearing advertisements for them. It seems as if whatever ails us – or, for that matter, however we might want to better ourselves, like getting an energy boost or building muscle – there’s a pill or concoction that’s touted to help.

Our kids are aware of this reality as well, and it presents a great opportunity to engage in an open, ongoing conversation with them about this simple fact: what we put in our bodies has an effect on us.

It’s a prime chance to talk about why certain medications or supplements are sometimes helpful, when we should take them, and why sometimes it’s better not to. And as parents, it’s important to consider the attitude and approach we model when it comes to taking pills, from vitamins to Vicodin.

The importance of this issue is underscored by the increase in prescription drug abuse. A national survey shows that nearly one-third of people aged 12 and older who used drugs for the first time in 2009 began by using prescription drugs non-medically. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified prescription drug overdoses as a national epidemic.

As parents, how do we shape healthy values in young people when it comes to vitamins and medications? Here are a few tips:

* Start talking when kids are young about the importance of a healthy diet. Medical professionals largely agree that the best way for healthy children to get vitamins and minerals is through the food they eat. Meals together can be an effective way to talk about why this is important. If you choose to give your kids gummy vitamins and other dietary supplements, this is another great opportunity to talk about healthy approaches. Take time to explain in language they can understand what the vitamins are and why some kids take them.

* Help young kids understand that medication is not candy, and any

medicine they ingest has an effect on their body. Use visuals to help them recognize the difference between, say, an over-the-counter cold pill and hard candy. As we all know, young kids are information sponges, and your messages to them at this age establish an important foundation for healthy living.

* Model healthy use. Do you sometimes take over-the-counter medication for a cold or flu? Have you had an accident that precipitated taking prescription drugs for pain? Whatever the case, the good example you set, including following a doctor’s instructions and dosage recommendations, is invaluable. Explain to your child why you take medication and that you are careful about it. When it comes to prescription pills, make clear they should never be shared and that it’s important to have a doctor’s approval to take them. Also discuss the importance of not mixing medications without a doctor or other medical provider’s okay.

* Monitor any prescription drugs at home and keep them in a secure place by locking them up. Keep track of how many pills are in a bottle or packet, and keep tabs on refills. Remember that doing so is not a matter of trust when it comes to kids. Rather, it’s all about safety. A recent national study underscores one reason that securing medication is so important. According to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the number of young children admitted to hospitals or seen in emergency departments because they unintentionally took a potentially toxic dose of medication has risen dramatically in recent years. Exposure to prescription products accounted for most of the emergency visits, admissions and significant harm.

* Help your kids think critically about what they see, hear and read in the media. Sure, TV ads for prescription medicine listing the numerous side-effects that seem as bad as or worse than the original health problem may elicit chuckles. Other ads promote supplements and powders as ways to perform better or get healthier or in better shape. Use these and other moments as teaching opportunities.

* As a family, consider natural ways to stay healthy. This can include everything from deep breathing and taking walks to manage stress, to natural remedies for illnesses. This underscores the important message that while medication is and can be helpful in many cases, there often are steps we can take before opening the medicine cabinet that benefit our bodies.

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It comes around every year, far too close to Christmas and with it’s very own demands: Valentine’s Day. But in today’s world, it appears many are tired of giving the same old thing and those receiving them seem to be “bored” with the standard gifts and treats. It has also become quite important to practice more organic rituals and help protect the environment, support local business and reduce your carbon footprint all together. It can be relatively hard to do all of this and still keep with the traditions that have made Valentine’s Day what it is today.

Our guide to sustainable love has a ton of great tips and treats that satisfy your efforts at “going green” and “keeping it local” all the while impressing your Valentine.

Candy seems to be the number one pick for Valentine’s Day. But have you ever read the ingredients on a box of dime store candy? Not sure the ingredients are organic nor is the packaging sustainable. And, it all ends up tasting the same, especially after you have stuck your finger in the bottom of each one to find your favorite flavor. So, why not try going local and organic all at once with Tricia’s True Confections located right here in Bend. A family business that makes fresh handmade truffles and caramels who are committed to the well being of our community and planet. They purchase only Certified Organic and Ethically Traded Chocolates and use all organic ingredients when available. The taste of their truffles reflect their organic practices and leave you wanting more, without sticking your finger in the bottom to see what it is. They have no secrets, they make True Confections. Find them online at www.triciastrueconfections.com or call 541-617-0513.

Of course flowers are at the top of every woman’s list as a traditional gift of love at Valentine’s Day. But the packaging and supplies that go into having flowers delivered is sustainably undesirable and leaves the environment without fresh flowers but plenty of plastics to fill the landfills. Best alternative? Buy flowers locally by hand. Go into the shop, have the florists design a bouquet that reflects the person you are giving them to and then

ask them to wrap them in recyclable paper instead of plastic. Choose flowers that will sustain for a while and not dyed. Then, hand deliver them to your Valentine to save on delivery truck fuel. Try Wild Flowers of Oregon at 920 NW Bond Street for a wide array of beautiful flowers and other gifts that will sustain your gift of love.

Jewelry is a popular choice, but if you aren’t ready to give your Valentine the commitment of a diamond, you can certainly impress her with beautiful jewelry creations and earn extra brownie points when you special order something unique and “just for her”. A wonderful source of local jewelry is Alison Page Jewelry Designs. She makes all of her pieces right from her own home, creating a sustainable environment and keeping overhead and supply costs down. Her creations are always beautiful, earthy and each piece has it’s own life. Give her a call at 541-647-9664 or stop into Serendipity at the Old Mill and see her retail collection.

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Let’s face it. Driving to the mountain in mid-winter is not something any of us looks forward to. Luckily, instead of braving it alone, local skiers and boarders can take advantage of a new, improved daily shuttle from the Mt. Bachelor Park n’ Ride and Hawthorne Station to relax, listen to their i-pods and enjoy the view.

New this season, Mt. Bachelor and Cascades East Transit (CET) are partnering to connect Mt. Bachelor with bus service throughout central Oregon. The new Mt. Bachelor Shuttle operates daily on a similar schedule as in the past, but with some added connectivity and a brand new bus fl eet.

Riders can now catch the Mt. Bachelor Shuttle at the Mt. Bachelor Park n’ Ride lot located on SW Columbia St. between Galveston and Simpson on Bend’s west side. Or, at select times during the day, connections are available to and from the Mt. Bachelor Shuttle at CET’s Hawthorne Station at 343 Hawthorne Ave. on Bend’s east side.

“For some runs, people can access Hawthorne Station to get up to the mountain,” said Cary Stanfi ll, Director of Guest Services for Mt. Bachelor, Inc. This added connectivity is especially important for people on the close-in east side of Bend who would otherwise have to drive or ride across town to the Mt. Bachelor Park n’ Ride.

Mt. Bachelor’s fl eet of seven new buses, acquired through a Federal Transit Administration matching grant, are more pleasant to ride in, with better views and storage, and importantly, are much more fuel-effi cient than Mt. Bachelor’s old fl eet. And when the ski season is over, the buses will still be in use. The Paul S. Sarbanes Transit in the Parks grant will also facilitate transportation for day-use recreation in the National Forest during all four seasons.

“Mt. Bachelor’s new fl eet, operated by CET, come with fare boxes, monitoring cameras, auto-chains and exterior ski and snowboard racks for added safety and convenience,” said Karen Friend of Cascades East Transit/COIC.

Riders of the new shuttle service also benefi t from drop off and pick up right at the base of the hot walk in West Village. For school children, a new Wednesday service – leaving the Park n’ Ride at 1:30 p.m. – is aligned with local schools’ early release schedule for after-school skiing. A bus also leaves the Park n’ Ride daily at 12:30 p.m. for afternoon Alpine or Nordic skiing, or the 1:30 p.m. USFS snowshoe tour on weekends and holidays.

Season bus passes are still available through the Mt. Bachelor e-store and daily (round-trip or one-way) tickets and 14-ride punch cards will be sold at the mountain, Ray’s on Bend’s west side and Hawthorne Station. Shuttle riders can also pay for tickets when they get on the bus, providing that they pay with exact change (drivers do not carry cash to make change).

For locals looking to save money and wear-and-tear on their vehicles, the new shuttle service off ers a wide variety of options. The 14-ride punch card is transferable to anyone – family, friends or co-workers – and breaks down to a $4 round-trip ride to the mountain. For bad-weather days when driving seems daunting, or when the parking lot is sure to be packed, a daily ticket could be just the thing for a more relaxed recreation day.

“Riding the shuttle to the mountain, from wherever you are, saves you money over driving alone,” said Jeff Monson, executive director of Commute Options. “Driving alone costs about 50 cents a mile for gas, wear and tear. That adds up to about $20 round trip. With a 14-ride punch card, you could save $16 a trip!”

“Get on the bus! Let us do the driving, be safe and comfortable, and save gas money. Mt. Bachelor off ers convenient times for transporting you and your gear from our Park ‘n Ride lot on the west side of Bend to the mountain or even from Hawthorne Station on Bend’s east side,” said Stanfi ll. “It also saves you from the dreaded task of scraping ice and snow off your windshield and waiting for your vehicle to warm up at the end of the day.”

For a full schedule of departures times and rate and ticket information for the Mt. Bachelor Shuttle, visit the Mt. Bachelor website, www.mtbachelor.com

Commute Options promotes choices that reduce the impacts of driving alone. For more information about Commute Options, contact Jeff Monson, Executive Director of Commute Options at 541/330-2647 or visitwww.commuteoptions.org

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BEND ON GOING Car Seat ClinicsBend Fire Department 1212 SW Simpson Ave 541-322-6200Fourth Wednesday of every month 10am-1pmSt. Charles HospitalMonday - Fridaycall for appmt 541-706-3799Central Oregon Modern Quilt GuildMeets monthly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 5-8 PM. Open to all non-traditional sewers and quilters. The groups meets at QuiltWorks in Bend at 926 NE Greenwood Ave. Visit http://comqg.blogspot.com to find out the latest news. Bring a project, a friend and learn about the Modern Quilt Guild.Partners In CareFor family and friends mourning the death of a loved one, Partners In Care, offers free, on-going support groups. All classes are at the Partners In Care location unless otherwise stated. 2075 NE Wyatt Court. Please RSVP at 541-382-5882 for the class you’re interested in. Partners In Care offers monthly community educational. www.partnersbend.orgCoffee & Doughnuts with Bob & the BoysLast Thursday of the month 10–11am. Sorry ladies…. gentlemen only for this grief support group. www.partnersbend.orgMy Friend’s HouseFor children and families who have experienced a loss through death. Parents & caregivers can meet for support and healing while their children attend group with other children. No cost. Dinner included. Contact Eileen for pre-registration at 382-5882. www.partnersbend.orgFirst Thursday Banjo JamRiver Rim Coffeehouse, 7-9 features a fun group of Bluegrass players.Goody’s Chocolate and Ice Cream Factory ToursAt 1111 SE Division, 541-385-7085. Come experience the award-winning tastes of Goody’s Chocolate and Ice Cream, a Central Oregon tradition

for over 27 years. See the website for details and to find out when the tours start! www.goodyschocolates.com. CTC Presents “The Spitfire Grill”January 27th-February 12th. Based on the award winning film by Lee David Zlotoff. The musical depicts the journey of a young woman parolee who decided to start her life anew in a rural Wisconsin town. When she takes a job at Hannah’s Spitfire Grill, she precipitates a journey within the town itself toward its own tenuous reawakening. The folk and bluegrass tinged score is unlike that for any other musical. It is an uplifting show with plenty of small town American charm, heart and soul. Adults: $20, Seniors: $15, Students: $12. www.cascadestheatrical.org. 2nd Street Theater Presents “Gina, Galdi & Guest” By Cricket Daniel: February 17th-March 17th, Wed.-Sat. performances at 7:30pm and Sun. at 3pm. Gina Galdi and Guest is the story of the early thirty-something Gina Galdi now living back home with her kooky mom and tinkering dad as her friends, JoJo and Laurie help her figure out her life. This is playright, Cricket Daniels third play to be produced at 2nd Street Theater with Gina Galdi and Guest being the first World Premiere. 220 NW. Lafayette Ave. Bend. www.2ndstreettheatre.com. Kids’ Night Out at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center6:30 PM. A safe and fun-filled program for children ages 3-11, runs every Saturday from 6:30 -9:30pm through May 26th. Offering children an evening of making friends and having fun. The program gives parents a chance to have a night out. Young children, ages 3-5, enjoy games, crafts, stories, movies and more while older children, ages 6-11, enjoy an evening of swimming, crafts and games. (Swimming is not available for young children, ages 3-5.) Pizza, a drink and a healthy snack are included. Overseen by lifeguards and trained staff, the kids have the facility “all to themselves” as it is closed to other users during this program. This low-cost program is $10 per child for district residents and $14 per

child for those living outside district boundaries. 800 NE 6th Street, Bend. Participants may register at https://register.bendparksandrec.org. Ice Skating at Seventh Mountain Resort18575 SW Century Drive, Bend. Spin and twirl your way around the finest sheet of ice in Central Oregon. Birthday party, private ice time and fundraiser options available. $8 admission, $6 skate rental. www.seventhmountain.com.

February 1st 2012 Fly Fishing Film Tour7pm. This year’s spectacle includes a more diverse set of content than any prior year or any other tour. We have something for everyone. $13. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org. The Angels of Lemnos7:30pm. At Innovation Theatre Works, 1155 SW Division Street, #B-8, Bend, OR, 541-504-672. Innovation Theatre Works announces the next production of its 2011-2012 Balcony Café Season is the Northwest Premiere of Jim Henry’s the Angels of Lemnos. Using an all community cast, Angels of Lemnos tells a story of innocence, madness and the search for redemption played out against the backdrop of a homeless urban landscape in the dead of winter. Through February 11th. $15. www.innovationtw.org.

February 3rd First Friday Art Walk5-9pm. Held the first Friday of every month. Galleries in downtown Bend and the Old Mill District open their doors for these special monthly evenings. Most are already open seven days a week, but First Fridays are a special gathering for art lovers. Many participating galleries bring in live music, new exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, plus the ever-popular food and wine samplings. www.theoldmill.com.

February 4th Golden Bridge Seminars Present “Celebrating our Oneness and Connection”9-5:30pm. At the Rosie Bareis Campus, 1010 NW 14th St. This experiential seminar is a day of Becoming The Change you wish to see in the world for the benefit of our Community, our Planet and its People. A day of exploring Love and Connection and Celebrating our Oneness through heart-felt experiential sharing. A day of feeling safe, loved and appreciated. Tuition is on a “love offering basis”, half of which is given back to the Children—the Animals—and the Land. To RSVP or for more details call Richard at (541) 389-4523 or visit www.GoldenBridgeSeminars.com and click on the “Giving Back” page. Youth Choir of Central Oregon’s Winter Concert7pm. At the Bend Highschool. www.ycco.org. Bend Surgery Center Foundation Fundraiser 20126pm. An evening with the Docs of Rock benefitting the third annual fundraiser for the Bend Surgery Center

Foundation featuring music, food, drink, live and silent auctions. $25. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org. Annual Luminaria Ski6pm. Free. Meissner Shelter, Meissner Sno-Park, Bend. Join us for a magical night. Ski by luminaria throughout the Meissner Trail system. www.visitbend.com. Darkness to Light Training9-Noon. At the Kids Center, 1375 Kingston Ave. In this training adults will learn how to better protect our community’s children from sexual abuse. The cost of this training is $20, but scholarships are available. www.kidscenter.org.

February 4-5th USASA Central Oregon SeriesSlopestyle & Halfpipe: Halfpipe’s time to shine in a freeride competition. www.mtbachelor.com.

February 7th TAO: The Art of the Drum7:30pm. Center Stage Series - Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography in a show that has critics waxing lyrical about TAO’s extraordinary precision, energy, and stamina. $30-35. At the Tower Theatre, downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org.

February 9th This Way of Life7pm. Set against the mountains and beaches in a remote part of New Zealand, “This Way of Life” is an intimate portrait of a Maori family and their relationship with each other, nature and horses. $12. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org.

February 10th Trivia Bee 20127pm. The signature fundraising event for the Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools. $20. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org.

February 11th Learn to Ski Day IINoon. Meissner Shelter, Meissner Sno-Park, Bend. Never XC skied before but want to give it a shot and you missed the opportunity in January? Join Bend Endurance Academy for a free introduction to the lifelong sport of cross-country skiing. Free. www.visitbend.com. 3rd Annual Benefit Concert “For the Love of Music”7pm. At Summit High Auditorium, 2855 NW Clearwater Dr., Bend. 541-408-7216. Friends of Music is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual Benefit Concert. Friends of Music, are passionate about keeping music alive in our schools and believe that investing in the arts does not only improve community quality of life, but further empowers, energizes and educates our students in the enjoyment of the arts. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. www.visitbend.com.

February 12th Family Valentines’ Celebration4-6pm. Celebrate Your LOVE of Music


and Family with Cascade School of Music. You’re sure to LOVE live music by professional musicians, as well as our student ensembles; Treat yourself to tasty sweets made with LOVE by professional pastry chefs; Make your own musical instrument that you’ll LOVE to play at home; Have a LOVEly time creating special valentine cards for your LOVEd-ones; Discover which instrument you LOVE most in our hands-on musical experience; You’ll LOVE it if you win a free class at Cascade School of Music in the event raffle; For a chance to win free event tickets, go to our Facebook page and tell us what you LOVE about music. Cost: $5 per person (age 2 and up). www.cascadeschoolofmusic.org. Waffle Feed @ Meissner Shelter10:30am. Meissner Shelter, Meissner Sno-Park, Bend. Until the batter runs out. This is a fun family event. Ski out to the Meissner Shelter and partake in delicious, authentic Norwegian style waffles cooked in the wood stove at the shelter. www.visitbend.com.

February 15th Internet Safety Training5:30-7:30pm at the Kids Center. This training will help adults learn easy steps to keep children safer on-line. The cost of this training is $10. but scholarships are available. Please register for all trainings prior to training dates. www.kidscenter.org.

February 16-19th Bend WinterfestIce carving exhibitions, fireworks, LIVE music in the Century Center, Fine Food and Art Marketplace, Metal Mulisha, OMSI Kids Area, the ever popular U.S. Cellular Rail Jam, ice skating and Shakespeare on the Rocks, Winterfest Kids Snow Games and much more. www.bendwinterfest.com.

February 17-18th World Renowned Pianist Darrell Grant8pm on 17 and 18th, and 5pm on 18th. At The Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Avenue, Bend. Featuring drummer extraordinaire Brian Blade & special guests. Portland-based PSU music professor Darrell Grant enjoys an international reputation as one of the most gifted pianists and composers in the country. Although rooted in jazz, Mr. Grant explores a range of genres, plays with high energy and is a master soloist. $30. www.visitbend.com.

February 18th Family Fun Fair10 am -2 pm, Highland Elementary School - GymA fun event for families with young children under age 5. Come learn and play together playing games, winning prizes, and doing crafts. So much more. Community resources will be on hand to answer your questions and provide information on all that’s available to families with young children in Bend. Join us! $5 per child, adults free The Abraham-Inspiration-Group5pm (to approx. 8pm). On the Rosie Bareis Campus, 1010 NW 14th

St. (on Bends Westside). Enjoy an open discussion with awesome video featuring Abraham and Jerry & Esther Hicks. Donations are welcome, half of which is given back to the Children—the Animals—and the Land. Questions? Call Richard & Debbie @ 389-4523or visit www.GoldenBridgeSeminars.com. Polar Plunge Bend11am. Since 2007, nearly 6,500 people have taken the plunge in Bend, Portland, Medford, Eugene and Corvallis. We invite you to be one of the thousands of chilled souls in Oregon who have plunged into winter waters to show their support and raise money for Special Olympics. The event takes place at Riverbend Park with the costume contest at 10:30am followed by the opening ceremonies and plunge at 11am. www.visitbend.com. CTC’s Nightvisions7:30pm. Doors open at 7pm. $5 at the door. Triage, Central Oregons Premier Improv Troupe is prepared to give your whole family Improvisational comedy in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Learn more about Triage at www.bendimprov.com. Cuentos Del Arbol11am. A bilingual musical by the Pushcart Players for ages 9-15. $12 for adults/seniors, $8 for children. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org. Family Fun Fair10-2pm. At the Highland Elementary School, 701 NW Newport Ave. Hosted by Together for Children. Families with children under the age of 5 are invited to come and play in a fun and safe environment. Prizes, games, crafts and so much more. $5 per child admits your family. www.together-for-children.org USASA Central Oregon Series Halfpipe competition continues for boards. www.mtbachelor.com.

February 18-20th Central Oregon Symphony’s Winter Concert7:30pm on the 18th and 20th, and 2pm on the 19th. At the Bend High School Auditorium, 230 NE 6th Street, Bend. (541) 317-3941. We are joined by award winning pianist Andrew Brownell for a concert of pieces voted on by our audience including Gerswhin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite and more! Free. www.cosymphonycom.

February 21st Darkness to Light Training6-9pm. At the Kids Center, 1375 Kingston Ave. In this training adults will learn how to better protect our community’s children from sexual abuse. The cost of this training is $20, but scholarships are available. www.kidscenter.org. 2012 Sun Cup RaceThis super-G and downhill race will take place on the Cliffhanger run as part of the Northwest Cup. www.mtbachelor.com.

February 23rd Ignite Bend 87pm. At the Tower Theatre, 835

NW Wall Street, Bend. Join us as 10 presenters enlighten us-- and make it quick. 5 minute presentations with 20 automatically advancing slides, each on a different topic. Become a fan of Ignite Bend on Facebook, visit ignitebend.com and follow us on Twitter (@ignitebend) for announcements of speakers and ticket information as it becomes available. Thanks to Flame Sponsors COCC and OSU-Cascades. Free. www.visitbend.com.

February 24-25th Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour7pm. Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour features the best films from around the world-renowned film festival in Telluride, Colorado. At the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. www.towertheatre.org.

February 25th 6,000,000 Dimes: In RemembranceBEAT (Bend Experimental Art Theatre) is thrilled to announce its first annual charity event. A silent and live auction benefitting the And A Child Shall Lead Project. Great people, food and drink, entertainment, auctions and a powerful cause. If you are interested in volunteering for the event or donating items for the auction, please contact [email protected]. BEAT is considered to be one of the finest performing arts youth organizations in the Northwest. Founded in September, 2006, BEAT is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. www.beatonline.org. Preschool Fair10-3pm. The Preschool Fair is designed to provide a fun and information-filled day for parents to meet and view the choices they have for preschools in Central Oregon. The fair presents a wonderful opportunity for you to learn about the different options available to you. At St. Charles Medical Center, Bend. www.visitbend.com.

February 26th Par Fore the Course 210am. Nordic Center Latter Stage of the most improved competition. www.mtbachelor.com.

LAPINE February 11th 16th Annual Valentine’s Spaghetti Dinner4:30-7:30pm. Any monies raised at this event will help pay for youth activities such as, camps, and retreats. Dinner is held at 16137 Burgess Rd., La Pine, OR. Ticket prices are single $5, Family $20 (2 adults and children). The price includes salad, spaghetti, bread and dessert. Juice, coffee and tea are included with the dinner. Wine will be sold by the glass. Tickets will be for sale at the Holy Redeemer Church, Holy Trinity Church, La Pine Chamber of Commerce, or Little d’ Technology. To make reservations call Lorri Ann at 541-536-6267. Office hours are Mon-Tues 8:30am-4:30pm and Wed-Fri. 10am-3pm. For any questions or for ticket sales call 541-536-1992 or 541-536-3571or 541-

593-5990.

February 17th La Pine Chamber of Commerce Breakfast7:45-9:15am. Come and join the Chamber for Breakfast at the La Pine Senior Center, 16450 Victory Way. Open to Chamber Members and their guest. Speaker, Sponsor, and lots of networking. Cost for the Breakfast is $8. Call the Chamber for more information and to reserve a seat, (541) 536-9771. www.lapine.org.

February 25th Annual Membership Meeting and Banquet5pm. American Bandstand - Rock’n in the 50’s and 60’s. At the Lapine Event Center, 16406 1st Street.

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ON GOING Car Seat ClinicsMadras-Jefferson County Fire Department 765 SE Adams Dr., Madras 541-475-7274 Third Thursdayof every month 11am -1pm18th Annual Tribal Member Art ExhibitThrough January 8th. Exquisite traditional and contemporary art of various media by adult tribal artists will be displayed. Some will be for sale. 18th Annual Warm Springs Tribal Youth Art ExhibitJanuary through April. Always heartwarming! View adventurous mixed media and talent by Warm Springs tribal youth artists.

February 11th Live Music Event at Imperial River Company7pm. Come enjoy a laid back evening with acclaimed band, Backward Saddle featuring Maupin Musicians Mark and Marty . Their music will have your toes tapping before you know it! So come on down, this is a show that should not be missed. This event takes place in the Imperial River Restaurant. www.deschutesriver.com.

PRINEVILLE ON GOING Skating RinkOpen Friday and Saturday nights, 6-9pm through May. The Parks District operates a roller skating rink from September, after school begins, through early May. It’s located in the gymnasium of Crooked River Elementary School, at 200 NE Fairview. $4 (with in-district card), $5 (all others). Get your in district card for the skate rink at the Parks Office. It’s free! Car Seat ClinicsPrineville Fire Department. Third Wednesday of every month. 3-6pm. 500 NE Belknap St. 541-447-5011. Teen Open Mic NightFirst Saturday of every month at 6pm at the Book and Bean, 1595 NE 3rd St. Open to teens ages 13-19. All talents, and abilities. www.bookandbean.com, 541-447-3778.


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Storytime with Michaela2nd and 4th Saturdays at 11 AM. Stories, Craft and Snack. Open to all ages, yet aimed for children 1 to 6 years old. At the Book and Bean, 1595 NE 3rd St. www.bookandbean.com, 541-447-3778.

February 4th Central Oregon “Shots for Tots & Teens”10am-2pm. An immunization program for the children of Deschutes County sponsored jointly by The Deschutes County Rotary Clubs, the Rotary Club of Crook County, and the Deschutes and Crook County Health Departments and Immunization Coalition. At the Crooked River Elementary School, 640 NE 3rd St, Prineville. No appt. necessary, bring Shot records. www.visitprineville.com

February 17th Daddy Daughter Dance6-9pm. At the Prineville Golf Club. $40 for first couple, $20 for each additional daughter. www.ccprd.org.

REDMOND ON GOING Car Seat ClinicsRedmond Fire Department Have local car seat technicians help you install your child car seat correctly for FREE! Statistics show that 8 out of 10 car seats are installed wrong! By appointment, 3rd Thursday of every month 4-6pm. Questions: 541-504-5016 or go to www.redmondfireandrescue.org.

February 3rd “Give Kids A Smile” DayCoombe and Jones Dentistry will conduct free dental screenings for up to 100 kids. Appointments are needed and children ages 3-18 who lack dental insurance are eligible. Screenings will check for tooth decay, which affects one-quarter of young children and up to one-half of adolescents, according to a news release from the dental group. To schedule an appointment, call 541-923-7633.

February 3-4th Monster X TourShow starts at 7:30 with Pit Party at 6pm. Central, OR. will be the motorsports entertainments

epicenter with the nation’s most competitive MONSTER TRUCKS and Demolition derby as they invade the Hooker Creek Events Center. See these incredible 10,000 pound, car crushing giants compete in Racing, Wheelie Contests, and then rock the house with amazing Freestyle Action during the Monster X Tour! Plus, you can meet the drivers and see the trucks up close at the pre-event Autograph Pit Party. Pit Party Pass holders will be allowed on the floor at the Pit Party times listed above with Valid Ticket and Pit Party Pass. Doors open 1 hour prior to show time for general public, Show lasts approximately 2 hours. At the Deschutes County Fairgrounds . www.visitredmondoregon.com.

February 4th Annual St. Thomas Academy Crab Feed4-8pm. Corner of 12th St. & Evergreen Ave., Downtown Redmond. St. Thomas Academy of Redmond invites you to attend their Annual Crab Feed at the Parish Hall. $20 per person gets you 1 Crab, Salad, Bread & More. The crab is fresh from the sea, caught that morning. Beer & Wine Cash Bar will be available. This event is only for those over 21 years old. Proceeds benefit the students of St. Thomas Academy of Redmond. Tickets are available at St. Thomas Academy and Church offices, The Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB, and CL Printing. For more information, please contact the St. Thomas Academy of Redmond offices at 541-548-3785. www.redmondacademy.com.

February 12th Redmond Community Concert Association presents WT Greer2pm and 6:30pm. Pianist, vocalist and composer. WT has captured the hearts of listeners around the world and his music is broadcast in every time zone. He is being called the Nat King Cole of the new generation. Tickets are $50 for adults, $20 for students and $105 for Family. Concerts presented at Redmond High School auditorium, corner of Rimrock and Highland. www.redmondcca.org.

February 25-26th Oregon Hunters Annual Banquet5pm. At the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Oregon Hunters Annual Banquet. In the Middle Sister Conference Center. For more information contact Harold Duncan at 541-447-3939. www.visitredmondoregon.com. Oregon Trail Gun ShowAt the Des County Fairgrounds. www.visitredmondoregon.com.

SISTERS ON GOING Ski Free with ShellFebruary 2-3rd and 9-10th. Buy 10 gallons of gas at participating Shell stations, bring voucher to Hoodoo ticket office and get 2 all-day tickets for the price of one! www.hoodoo.com.

February 3rd

Sisters Christian Academy Auction6pm at the FivePine Conference Center. 541-549-4133 or www.sisterschristianacademy.com.

February 4th Johnsmith7:30pm, doors open at 7pm. Suggested donation: $15. At The Barn at Pine Meadow Ranch, 68467 Three Creek Road, Sisters. 775-233-1433. BYOB and snack if desired. Johnsmith is a gifted singer-songwriter, moving performer and roaming troubadour. His song-lyrics are finely shaped and powerfully moving and voiced with a spirit and soulfulness that is earned through the embracing of the joys and the pains of a life (both physical and spiritual) lived to the full. Each of John’s albums seeks to explore and develop his unique vision as a wordsmith and his undeniable talent as a musician. John’s musical journey takes the listener in to the heart of what matters to him as an artist. His songs deliver an honest and sensitive account of the way-moments of a keenly observed life-journey and his inner impulse to reflect upon and celebrate the mystery of that journey with fierce truth, great sensitivity and tenderness, and, above all, (to quote the title song of his latest album) the ‘gravity of grace’. www.johnsmithmusic.com.

February 10th Sisters Folk Festival Winter Concert7pm. Martyn Joseph. The Festival features folks, roots and bluegrass music. At the Sisters Highschool. 541-549-4979. Jeffrey Broussard & The Creole Cowboys. $15 adv. And $20 at the door. To purchase tickets, www.sistersfolkfestival.org.

February 18-19th Sisters Shootout Basketball SeriesAt the Sisters Highschool. 541-549-2091 or www.sistersrecreation.com.

February 24th Annual Chamber Awards Ceremony5:30pm. At the FivePine Conference Center. Theme this year is ‘Mardi Gras’. New board members are installed and awards given for 2011 Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year. Cost is $35 per person. More information contact Jeri at 541-549-0251 or [email protected].

SUNRIVER ON GOING Sunriver Festival of ChocolateFebruary 1-29th. If you love chocolate, you’ll love February at Sunriver Resort. Indulge in Chocolate Amour, a decadent celebration featuring chocolate-infused spa treatments and a four course Tour de Chocolate Dinner. Choose from an array of themed activities like wine and chocolate tastings from local chocolatiers, cooking seminars, a chocolate vendor show, and a Run for Chocolate 5K. For a complete listing of the month’s Chocolate activities, go to: http://www.sunriver-resort.com/landing/chocolate.ph

February 14th Sunriver Music Festival Valentine Dinner Concert6pm. Valentine Dinner Concert Patrick Lamb, jazz saxophonist & his band Enjoy a delicious Sunriver Resort chef-prepared 3-course dinner and a glass of wine with your Valentine all wrapped in red and white decorations for a lovely evening. Sunriver Resort’s Historic Great Hall. 541-593-9310 or www.sunrivermusic.org

February 18th 5K Run for Chocolate!9:45am. This year the course will be on our USATF certified course starting at the front of the lodge and finishing at the back of the lodge. Boost your energy at our chocolate aid station and enjoy hot chocolate and other goodies in the Hearth Room after the race. Awards for the overall male and female, and Masters male and female. Ribbons for first, second and third in each age group. All Finishers will receive a Run for Chocolate finisher prize. New this year - purchase a commemorative, long sleeve cotton, Run for Chocolate tee-shirts for $15. To guarantee sizes, please order by Sunday, February 12th. Proceeds from the race will benefit New Generations. REGISTER ONLINE at http://events.t i m e 2 r a c e . c o m / s e a r c h / e v e n t .aspx?event=bd954d4e-8881-432e-84a7-f6bcf6923ad5.aspx. Entry fee: $25, if pre-registered by February 18, 5PM. Race day: $35. www.sunriverchamber.com..


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Distracted Driving and Legal Limits

by Mark Larsen

Everyday on the road we see drivers who drive in a manner that “pushes” the legal limits set by the state. Whether it’s speeding, not stopping for pedestrians, ignoring School Zones, failing to respect or yield to emergency vehicles or not stopping for school buses when they have their red lights flashing. These are the violations we see. There are many that are not visible to you but are just as serious. Driving without insurance, driving with a suspended license, and driving under the influence are just a few.

All of these issues have a direct impact on the safety of our roads. Why do people push these limits? Many of them don’t even fully realize that they are breaking the law. Their minds are not fully engaged in the driving task because of distractions. Those distractions may result from issues within the car, ie: children, pets, the radio or cell phones. Distractions may result from outside influences ie: work/home issues, other drivers or pedestrian actions or even the weather can be a distraction.

The US Government has been doing extensive investigation and study of Distracted Driving. and have put their results on the web. Here is the web site that will take you to this informationwww.distraction.gov. Why is Deschutes Driver Education giving you this information? If you take a few minutes and look at the web site you will find it very informative and hopefully helpful in reducing your own distracted driving events. This a great site to share with all the drivers in your family especially the younger/newer drivers.

Another issue related to exceeding the limits or breaking the laws are the monetary costs that may be levied against you. If you do get pulled over by a Law Enforcement Officer due to breaking the law, you may be subject to a fine. Below is a portion of the latest Presumptive Fine Schedule of Traffic Violations effective January 1, 2012.Violation of Basic Rule/Speed Limit:1 – 10 mph over $11011 – 20 mph over $16021 – 30 mph over $26030 + mph over $435Over 100 mph $1150Disobey Traffic Control Device $260Fail to Stop for Pedestrian $260Unlawful/Unsignalled Lane Change $110Failure to Stop for a School Bus $435Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle $260Driving Uninsured $260Driving While Suspended $435

School Zone and Construction Zone fines are double the Basic Rule/Speed limit fines.

One final note regarding traffic violations and their fines. Your attitude and honesty with the Law Enforcement Officer can have a direct impact on if you get a citation and even the amount of citation. Remember our Law Enforcement Officers are out there to keep the highways safe for everyone. They are not pulling you over unless you have given them reason to do so.

Deschutes Driver Education encourages you to educate yourself on Distracted Driving and to watch your driving habits so the money you earn stays in your wallet/purse. We offer classes to new drivers as well as refresher classes to experienced drivers. We can help you build those good habits that will make you a safe and cost effective driver.

by Mike Ficher

For fifty years, three of Oregon’s oldest high schools, Pendleton, Hermiston and Bend, were members of the Intermountain Conference.

In 2010, instigated significantly by the northern Oregon school’s desire to avoid traveling the often snow-bound and rain-soaked I-97 two-lane corridor during the winter, the Oregon School Activities Association, the state’s prep sports’ governing body, essentially, split the league in two. Bend, along with Summit, Mountain View, Redmond and Crook County formed a slimmed-down, freshly-minted hybrid IMC and the The Dalles, Hermiston, and Pendleton joined Hood River Valley—a former IMC member—in the new, I-84-based Columbia River Conference.

Where the previous reclassification—the event happens every four years—in 2006-07 “was all about competitive balance,” Randy Schild, an OSAA executive board member and superintendent of the Tillamook School District, told The Bend Bulletin’s Beau Estes. “That wasn’t the case (in 2010-2011). Otherwise, we wouldn’t have hybrids. Hybrid leagues are built around location and saving money.”

While the new Columbia River Conference featured four schools playing at the class 5A level, the reconfigured, hybrid IMC currently comprises five schools playing at three different classifications—Redmond at 6A, Summit, Mt. View and Bend at 5A and Crook County at 4A. Does a game between Crook County and Summit or Redmond and Mountain View count in league standings? No. Only games with schools in the same league at the same classification count in the standings.

So, yes, Redmond and Crook County, lone wolves in the IMC den at the moment, do not have league games, even when the Panthers or Cowboys play Summit, Mountain View or Bend. And, when Crook County plays Sisters or Madras—all three 4A level schools—because they are in three different leagues—Sisters is in the Sky-Em and Madras in the Tri-Valley Conference—the game does not count in any of their respective league standings.

The Intermountain Conference

In the brave, new hybrid world, post-season became a problem in search of an imaginative solution. Thus, the creation of the special district. Redmond and Crook County are slotted with other orphan hybrid schools (Redmond with Grant and Lincoln of Portland; CC with Roosevelt and Marshall of Portland) with the winner of the special district earning an automatic berth in the state playoffs in various team sports.

Confused? Imagine being Gabe Pagano (Summit), Craig Walker (Bend), Dave Hood (Mountain View), Scott Polen (Crook County), Clyde Powell (Sisters) or Brent Walsh (Redmond)--athletic directors at the six 4A or above Central Oregon high schools.

The simplicity of a schedule weighted heavily to league games (generally 12 to 14) morphed into a creative and logistics scramble for the geographically-challenged Central Oregon schools. While the northern Oregon schools could drive a few hours along the divided, four-lane I-84 corridor to Portland or look to the nearby Washington schools for games, Central Oregon still has to travel two to four hours to Salem, Portland, Eugene, Medford or Klamath Falls on two-lane highways for games.

In the fall of 2012, that will ease a bit with the opening of Ridgeview High School in Redmond. Ridgeview will join the five other members of the IMC with Redmond, due to enrollment decline prompted by the transfer of students to the new high school, dropping into 5A level. In December, the OSAA slotted the purple and silver Ravens at the 4A level.

Thus, in 2012, the IMC will be a bit more manageable 5A/4A hybrid with four schools—Redmond, Summit, Bend, and Mountain View—playing at the 5A level and two—Crook County and Ridgeview—competing at the 4A level.

With the impact on families throughout Central Oregon, look for more articles on the prep classifications in future Spectator columns…stay tuned…


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Acupuncture is an ancient form of medical therapy that utilizes ultra-fine ( 28-34 gauge, 1.25 -5 cm length) needles applied to specific “points” on the body of the patient to achieve the effects of anti inflammation , pain relief, immune enhancement, and disease modification. Veterinary acupuncture is governed by the principles of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) which are based on the opposing yet complimentary concepts of Yin and Yang along with the idea of Qi, which can be thought of as a form of internal energy, which travels through the body via specific “channels” or meridians along which acupuncture points are located.While there is a great deal of scientific research into the mechanisms by which acupuncture works there is much that science can’t explain. It has been shown that needle placement causes micro trauma in the immediate vicinity of needle insertion. The body responds by activating mechanisms causing release of chemical substances that mediate inflammation such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes . In addition vasoactive chemicals are released which ultimately dilate the blood vessels locally leading to increased blood flow to the areas that are needled. Chemicals that affect nerves, neuro modulators, such as serotonin and dopamine, are released as well; simply put, these substances are responsible for nerve transmission and pain perception. The sum total of these effects is antiinflammation, immune system enhancement, promotion of healing and the provision of pain relief for the patient. In other words to make the patient feel better, faster! Many westerners find it difficult to accept Chinese Medicine because these concepts require almost blind faith in order to embrace them. It seems one needs to set disbelief aside when attempting to understand Chinese Medicine, accepting the fact that for over 2000 years people have employed these concepts on animals and humans with enormous success. There are few contraindications to acupuncture in your animals, the most obvious issue being location of major arteries and any implanted electrical devices (not likely in our companion animals) and, perhaps most importantly in our companion

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animals, cancer. Since needling stimulates blood flow, acupuncture in the immediate vicinity of a tumor is a bad idea as it can actually exacerbate the neoplastic process.In addition patients that are frail must be needled with caution as “over needling” such individuals can cause extremeexhaustion. Your first visit with your veterinary acupuncturist will take up to an hour or more and will entail questions about your pets habits and preferences. For example, does your pet prefer warm sunny spots to lie in or the cool tile floor? Is your animal nervous and afraid of loud noises; or perhaps restless at night, vocalizing and pacing the floor? The answers to such questions will allow the practitioner to make a TCVM diagnosis, arrive at an initial acupuncture point prescription and institute a treatment regimen. Subsequent appointments will be made depending on the pets condition and response to treatment. The point prescription may be altered each session depending on how the patient responds. Acupuncture must be a “fluid” discipline, constantly allowing for alterations in therapy based on how the patient is doing. Some practitioners employ additional modalities such as moxibustion (heating the needles with an “herbal incense”, Artemesia) or electroacupuncture or even gold bead placement in specific points for conditions such as hip dysplasia. It is important that the acupuncturist is aware of any medication the patient is on prior to beginning treatment; certain types of medications, most notably antiinflammatory drugs, must be discontinued prior to the treatment regimen. The pets initial response to therapy can vary; your animal may be improved but the treatment can sometimes exacerbate the problem initially. In addition the patient is often exhausted by the treatment and will rest for hours afterwards. Length of treatment will also be dependent on the patients response. If, after 3 or more sessions the patient isn’t deriving any benefit, the diagnosis and treatment shouldbe re-evaluated. Acupuncture is not for everyone or everything however in many cases it is the ideal non- invasive, alternative therapy. If you feel your pet has a condition that may benefit from acupuncture please call us for a consultation.

February Pet EventsPuppy Parties!Feb. 26th, 3pm. Help socialize your pup and meet other puppy parents. East side Bend Pet Express, 420 N.E. Windy Knolls, Bend. www.bendpetexpress.com.

Traildogs’ Pet ServiceFREE obedience assessment & training tips the first & third Saturdays at Laurie’s Gentle Grooming, 8392 NW HWY 97 in Terrebonne. Questions? 541-408-5091 or email to [email protected]

Bow Wow BingoThursday nights at 6:30pm. Seventh Street Brewhouse, 855 SW 7th Street by Fred Meyer. Cash awards. $1 per bingo card. 50% proceeds go to the Humane Society of Redmond. www.redmondhumane.org.

Petco Dog AdoptionsEvery 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Bend. www.redmondhumane.org.

Low Cost Vaccine and Microchip ClinicFeb. 11th, 10-1pm at the East Side Bend Pet Express. www.bendpetexpress.com.

Bend Meet A Retired Racer DayFeb. 11th, 11-2pm. At the Bend Pet Express 420 N.E. Windy Knolls, Bend. www.gpa-nw.org.


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Pet Proofing Your Home From Dangerous Toxinsby Sarah-Anne Reed, Owner of Tails A Waggin’ Pet Care

Our pets are part of our family and it is our responsibility to keep them safe and healthy. The Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) handles more than 150,000 cases of pets exposed to toxic substances each year, many of which included typical household items. As caretaker of your furry friend it is your responsibility to ensure that potential poisons are out of reach.Where do you keep your medications?The consumption of human medication has been number one on the ASPCA’s list of common hazards for years. If you are sick and taking a prescription don’t leave the pills on your nightstand or kitchen counter as a curious puppy or ‘counter surfer’ may decide that the bottle must be a toy or tasty treat. Also, by putting the bottle up in a closed cabinet there is no danger of it falling on the floor making it more accessible to your dog.Do you give your dog people food?If you like to give your dog people food as a treat beware as some foods can be toxic to dogs. Among the list that you may not realize are grapes, raisins, onions and garlic. Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs, while onions and garlic can cause anemia if enough is ingested. Did you know that chocolate can be deadly?Just because chocolate is an edible treat for humans does not mean that our pets should eat it. Chocolate can be very dangerous for pets as it contains methylxanthines. Feeding your dog chocolate can cause vomiting, diarrhea, agitation, muscle tremors, high heart rate, seizures and death.Are your cleaning supplies in a safe place?Are your cleaning supplies securely put away? If your pet were to ingest a common household cleaner such as bleach or detergent it could cause corrosive injury to their mouth and stomach. Keep other items like batteries and liquid potpourri out of reach as they can cause similar issues.Do you have a rodent Problem?If you have a rodent problem always make sure that any baits used to kill the mice/rats are placed in areas that your dog and/or cat cannot reach. There are several different types of rodenticides that can cause kidney failure, seizures or internal bleeding.Are your plants and flowers out of reach?Are you aware of the dangers that your house plants pose to your beloved pets? Always keep flowers and plants up and out of reach of your pets as they can be life threatening. Sago palms cause liver failure in dogs and cats. If you like lilies be careful as they can cause kidney failure in cats.Is your ice melt stored in a safe place?With winter weather here make sure that ice melts and antifreeze are stored up high in a safe place. In the spring the same applies to fertilizers.

When in doubt call the Animal Poison Control Center’s24-hour hotline at 1-(888) 426-4435

Roses, Chocolates... Kitten? ?by Karen BurnsShelter Manager for the Humane Society of Central Oregon

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching many people may consider getting their loved one an adorable pet as a gift. While the thought is certainly a sweet one, many factors need to be considered before giving an animal as a gift.

Animals are a lifetime commitment and one that should not be taken lightly. Unlike a sweater or piece of jewelry, animals cannot be returned or rehomed without consequences to

both the animal and human involved. Puppies and kittens take a lot of time and attention, not to mention the financial commitment for food and vet bills. Many animals, dogs especially, have different traits for different breeds. It’s important to consider what your loved one’s lifestyle is before reaching for the cutest puppy. That little one may be a high energy, active breed and your loved one may work 10 hour days. Also consider what other animals they may have at home and how this new addition may fit into the mix.

The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) encourages all members of the family to interact and research the animal they wish to adopt. This allows most angles to be considered before they get the animal home and realize that it’s not a good fit for their lifestyle. HSCO strives to find lifelong homes for every animal we place and unfortunately pets adopted as gifts don’t always find that. We feel that it is very important for the person that is actually going to be caring for the animal to be active in the adoption. HSCO encourages adopters to bring in currently owned dogs for a play date before adoption to help ensure that everyone will get along at home. Staff can point out cats that have lived with other cats, or introduce a cat to a dog to see how compatible they are. Most importantly, a lot can be said for the human- animal bond, and the animal that you chose may not be the one your significant other would have chosen regardless of how well you know the person you are gifting to.

If you are sure that the special person in your life wants to add the responsibility of an animal to their life and want to give them this gift, consider purchasing an adoption gift certificate from HSCO. This way you are able to give them a gift without making the decision of what animal they adopt. This helps ensure that whatever they adopt will be the right speed for their lifestyle and gives a much better chance that the adoption will be successful.

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LoVEour librariesLibraries will be closed February 20th, for Presidents Day.

BEND Mondays Baby Steps Story Time11am. A gentle story time for infants up to 18mo.

Tuesdays Toddlin’ Tales10:15 & 11am. An active story time for kids 18-36mo. Preschool Parade1:30pm. Stories, songs, rhymes, and craft for ages 3-5. Small Business Counseling5:30pm. Avoid time-consuming and costly mistakes by learning from someone who’s “been there, done that.” SCORE business counselors are available every Tuesday from 5:30–7:30pm for free one-on-one small business counseling. Individuals who operate or wish to start small businesses can discuss business planning, organization and start-up, finance, marketing and other critical business issues with SCORE volunteers in private, confidential sessions. No appointment necessary.

Wednesdays Toddlin’ Tales10:15am. An active story time for kids 18-36mo. Baby Steps Story Time1:30pm. A gentle story time for infants up to 18mo. Free Tax Preparation Sessions10am-5pm. Come to the library to learn about tax credits and access a free online tax filing program using the IRS certified software TaxWise Online. Certified tax volunteers will be available to answer questions about using the computer, Internet, email, and the online tax program. The volunteers will also help people prepare returns and can answer some tax questions.

Fridays Preschool Parade10:30am. Stories, songs, rhymes, and craft for ages 3-5.

Saturdays Bend Family Stories12:15pm. Stories, songs, rhymes, & crafts for ages 3-5. 541-617-7097. Free Tax Preparation Sessions10am-5pm. Come to the library to learn about tax credits and access a free online tax filing program using the IRS certified software TaxWise Online. Certified tax volunteers will be available to answer questions about using the computer, Internet, email, and the online tax program. The volunteers will also help people prepare returns and can answer some tax questions.

February 1st Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramNoon-2pm. Meet Cindy Culbertson, OFNP Education Program Assistance with Oregon State University Extension Service, who will provide information about food benefits for your family.

February 4th Know Food, Localvore Movement2pm. Do you know where your food comes from? Nicolle Timm discusses the benefits of the Central Oregon localvore movement.

February 5th Let’s Talk About It, Making Sense of the Civil War #2: 3pm. The second Let’s Talk About It:

Making Sense of the Civil War reading and discussion. Participants should prepare for this meeting by reading the Choosing Sides section from “America’s War,” edited by Edward L. Ayers. Participants can reserve a copy of the book and other series materials by calling Liz at 541/312-1032. Registration for the series is encouraged, but not required.

February 9th Good Chair, Great BooksNoon. Feed your mind at this monthly lunch-hour book club. February’s title is “The Big Burn” by Timothy Egan.

February 12th Second Sunday, Rick Steber2pm. Prineville western author Rick Steber, who is the author of more than thirty books and sales of more than a million copies, will be the guest speaker. An open mic will follow the reading.

February 15th Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramNoon-2pm. Meet Cindy Culbertson, OFNP Education Program Assistance with Oregon State University Extension Service, who will provide information about food benefits for your family.

February 19th Let’s Talk About It, Making Sense of the Civil War #33pm. The third Let’s Talk About It: Making Sense of the Civil War reading and discussion. Participants should prepare for this meeting by reading the Making Sense of Shiloh section from “America’s War,” edited by Edward L. Ayers. Participants can reserve a copy of the book and other series materials by calling Liz at 541/312-1032. Registration for the series is encouraged, but not required.

February 28th Know Classics6pm. The Classics Book Club will discuss The Iliad by Homer. Everyone is welcome.

EAST BEND Tuesdays Open Computer Lab2pm. Brush up on your computer skills or problem solve with a staff member. Bring your own laptop or use a library laptop.

Wednesdays Family Fun Story Time9:30am. Family Fun story time features stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. For all ages.

Saturdays Saturday Stories10am. Saturday Stories features stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. For all ages.

“Cuentos y Canciones con Michele”11am. Diviértase con su pequeño! Escuche cuentos, cante canciones y haga manualidades durante el tiempo de “Cuentos y Canciones con Michele.”

February 2nd Food Matters6:30pm. Carol Delmonico of Bend-based Into Balance Life Coaching discusses how to rebalance both the emotional and physical aspects of your life by restructuring your diet. Free and open to the public.

February 21st Good Chair, Great Books10am. Read and discuss “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. Free and open to the public.

LA PINE Mondays Teen Laptop Lab3pm. Grab a laptop and play games, do your homework, check your social media, etc. Staff member in room.

Thursdays Family Fun Story Times10:30am. Feature stories, songs and rhymes that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. Best for ages 0-5 with their caregiver.

February 1st Teen Territory1:30pm. Valentines Day Prep. Make cards and gifts for your one true love, or your friends! Free and open to 6th-12th graders. Supplies available.

February 8th Perfect Portraits with any Camera or Light1:30pm. For every level of photographer! Learn how to take a great family portrait for your holiday cards, or environmental portraits in any condition with any lighting available. Day one of this two part workshop will cover camera and portrait basics, rules of composition, and include a LIVE model shoot demo![Soft Break]Attendees will then be given an assignment to take some portraits of their own, and report back the next week. Instructor Michael Jensen will then offer suggestions on ways of improving areas of the photo and how to manage the light in any condition! Free and open to the public. No registration necessary.

February 15th Perfect Portraits with any Camera or Light1:30pm. For every level of photographer! Learn how to take a great family portrait for your holiday cards, or environmental portraits in any condition with any lighting available. Day one of this two part workshop will cover camera and portrait basics, rules of composition, and include a LIVE model shoot demo![Soft Break]Attendees will then be given an assignment to take some portraits of their own, and report back the next week. Instructor Michael Jensen will then offer suggestions on ways of improving areas of the photo and how to manage the light in any condition! Free and open to the public. No registration necessary.

February 16th Good Chair, Great BooksNoon. All are welcome to discuss great books at this fun and relaxed book club. This month we will be discussing The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society.

February 21st Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program10am. Meet Cindy Culbertson, OFNP Education Program Assistance with Oregon State University Extension Service, who will provide information about food benefits for your family.

February 22nd Teen Territory1:30pm. Oscar Time. It’s time for the glamorous Academy Awards. Guess the winners and experience a bit of Hollywood. Teen Territory1:30pm. Game Day. Play Wii, Guitar Hero, Rock Band, Madden Football, card and board games. Librarian in room; free and open to 6th-12th graders.

CROOK COUNTY Mondays and Wednesdays Wee Read10am on Wed. and 11am on Tues. A toddler lapsit for ages 0-3.

Tuesdays and Thursdays Growing Tales Storytime6:30pm on Tues. and 11am on Thurs. Ages 3 and up.

February 6th Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program10am. Meet Cindy Culbertson, OFNP Education Program Assistance with Oregon State University Extension Service, who will provide information about food benefits for your family.

MADRAS Tuesdays Baby Storytime10:10am. Ages toddler to 2 yrs. Rhyme, repetition and familiar things. Pre-school Storytime10:30am. Ages 3 and up. Narratives, world experiences, word play and crafts.

Wednesdays Spanish Storytime1pm. Bebes y ninos de edad preescolar pero todas las edades estan invitados. Leeremos un cuentito, cantaremos y haremos un proyectito educacional y divertido que se podran llevar a casa. www.jcld.org.

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Wednesdays Preschool Parade10:15 and 1:30. Stories, songs, rhymes, and craft for ages 3-5.

Thursdays Toddlin’ Tales10:15am. An active story time for kids 18 to 36mo. Baby Steps Story Time11am. A gentle story time for infants up to 18mo.

February 2nd Teen Territory Crafting3pm. Explore your creative side through crafting!

February 7th Pajama Party6:45pm. Night time stories, songs, rhymes, & activities for ages 3-5.

February 8th Teen Laptop Lab2:30pm. Check Myspace, Facebook, do homework, play games.

February 9th Good Chair, Great BooksNoon. Bring your lunch, and feed your mind at this thought-provoking and fun book club. February’s book is “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer. Raven Library Teen Council Meeting3pm. New members always welcome! We share books, plan volunteer activities, plan teen programs in the library, and have a good time!

February 16th Tunisia Adventure3:30pm. Learn about Islam and Arabic culture with Farrah, an exchange student visiting from Tunisia. Sample traditional foods and learn the Arabic alphabet, including how to write

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Do you need a prenuptial agreement if you are about to be married? The answer is: it depends. If you are just starting out and there are no assets to be divided you may not need one. However, when people come into a marriage with assets it is important to understand the legal implications. A prenuptial agreement can define a Husband and Wife’s responsibility in three areas: divorce, death of a party and financial or other domestic arrangements during the marriage. The agreement can be simple or it can be very complex. Often I see the issue of spousal support addressed. An example would be someone entering into a 2nd marriage and they are still paying spousal support to their former spouse. That person may not want to get into a situation where they again have to pay spousal support if the second marriage does not work out. I have had cases where the first spouse died and then my client wanted a prenuptial agreement to protect the inheritance for herself and her children’s sake.

I strongly believe that it is an excellent idea to secure a prenuptial agreement so there is no misunderstanding regarding the financial matters. It offers great protection especially if the agreement is well written and thought out. It is best practice to have both the potential husband and wife have attorneys involved. This makes it less likely that someone could say that they didn’t know what they were signing or they were forced to sign under emotional duress. If both parties have sound legal advice then it makes sense that the agreement should be enforced. I always tell my clients to go forward with the agreement and then put it on the closet shelf. Hopefully, the agreement will just gather dust and never be needed. But, if the new spouse doesn’t turn out to be who you thought they were, then there is some real financial protection. My feeling is that if your new love interest won’t sign a fair prenuptial agreement then you should not be marrying that person. It doesn’t mean that you don’t trust them, it just spells out what happens if the marriage does not work. Often I draft prenuptial agreements that state each person takes what they brought into the marriage and the parties may purchase joint property and then that property would be split on an even basis in case of divorce. This allows for some real estate transactions with your new love interest if that is desired. However, your past property is protected should the marriage not work out. It gets complicated for example if Wife brings a home to the marriage but then new Husband does a bunch of remodel work on the property and the value is enhanced. This situation can be addressed with a family law attorney. February is the month of love but there is no sense in being stupid. Love should not be blind. . It is always a good idea to seek an attorney’s opinion before you start planning for your big day.

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February 18th Saturday Stories10:15am. Stories, songs, rhymes, and activities for ages 3-5.

February 21st Know Food, Localvore Movement6:30pm. Do you know where your food comes from? Nicolle Timm discusses the benefits of the Central Oregon localvore movement.

February 23rd Teen Laptop Lab3pm. Check Myspace, Facebook, do homework, play games.

February 28th Know Food, One Chicken, Three Meals6pm. Local cooking instructor Ahja King demonstrates how to make three different meals out of one chicken. This class is free and open to the public, but limited to 20 participants. Please register online or by calling Lisa at 541/312-1034.

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Thursdays Family Fun Story Time10:30am. Come join us for reading, rhyming and singing, all of which strengthen early literacy skills! Ages 0-5.

February 14th Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program10pm. Meet Cindy Culbertson, OFNP Education Program Assistance with Oregon State University Extension Service, who will provide information about food benefits for your family.

February 22nd Good Chair, Great Books6:30am. Your library-sponsored book group meets once a month in the Community Room. All thoughtful readers welcome! We will be discussing Peace Like a River - Leif Enger.

February 26th Friends of Sisters LibraryDiane Jacobsen Memorial Program Series: 1:30pm. Hidden Gems of Oregon” Brent McGregor has photographed and documented caves carved by glacial melt water, along with the world of rock and ice blanketing our highest peaks. Come with Brent and explore the wonders of lava tubes, limestone and remote hidden gems of Oregon. Program is free and open to the public. Doors open 30 minutes before program starts.

SUNRIVER Tuesdays Family Fun Story Time:10:30am. Come join us for reading, rhyming and singing, all of which strengthen early literacy skills! Ages 0-5.

February 1st Teen Territory, Game Day1:30pm. Challenge friends to a game of Mario

Kart, jam out on Rock and, or gather around a board game. Free ages 12-17.

February 4th Chapter One Book Clubs10am. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sunriver Area Public Library, is open to anyone. There are no restrictions on membership. ‘Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand, by Helen Simonson. Discussion leaders: Pat Hensley & Linda Saukkonen.

February 8th Middle Ground Game Day1:30pm. Video and board games galore! Free and open to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders.

February 11th Write Now!1pm. Play with words! Do you enjoy creative writing but dislike how the process is oftentimes a solitary activity? Write Now is a library program where attendees will be able to brainstorm, play word games, and enjoy the written word in a casual setting. Perhaps you will be able to get a great idea for that next short story or poem you have been meaning to write!

February 15th Teen Territory, Open Day1:30pm. It’s your place! Listen to music, chat, and activities.

February 16th Live Read1pm. Live Read (lîv rçd) n. 1. A program in which attendees enjoy light refreshments while being immersed in short fiction read out loud by others; sharing encouraged.

February 22nd Middle-Ground Game Day1:30pm. Video and board games galore! Free and open to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders.

February 23rd PJ Storytime6:30pm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and come and listen to a few short stories before bed. Pajamas are optional but welcome! Each Family fun session features stories, finger rhymes, songs, and movement skills appropriate for children of all ages that will help them with early literacy skills.

February 25th Know Food, One Chicken, Three Meals2pm. Local cooking instructor Ahja King demonstrates how to make three different meals out of one chicken. This class is free and open to the public, but limited to 20 participants. Please register online or by calling Lisa at 541/312-1034.

February 28th Good Chair, Great Books2pm. Read and discuss “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan” by Lisa See. Free and open to the public.

February 29th Teen Territory1:30pm. Open Day. It’s your place! Listen to music, chat, and activities.

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LoVEour schoolsThe Truth About Dyslexiaby Linda Balsiger

What is dyslexia? A common belief is that dyslexia is primarily a visual problem, or that those who have dyslexia “read backwards”. While many dyslexic individuals do reverse letters, or have directionality and sequencing weaknesses, dyslexia is actually a language-based disorder. The International Dyslexia Association defines dyslexia as a language-based learning disability, characterized by difficulties with the phonological components of speech and language. Persons with dyslexia have trouble hearing and identifying the distinct speech sounds in words, learning letter symbols for speech sounds, blending and sequencing sounds in words, and building phonological memory for words. Dyslexia is the most common language-based learning disability, and 15-20% of the population as a whole has symptoms of dyslexia that affect reading and spelling.

What causes dyslexia? Scientific imaging studies have found that individuals with dyslexia have differences in brain structure or “wiring” which interfere with the effective use of the speech-language processing areas of the brain. Dyslexia also appears to have a genetic basis, and a family history of reading problems is a risk factor. Dyslexia is not related to intelligence. In fact, a discrepancy between intellectual ability and reading ability is a defining feature of dyslexia. Many gifted and famous people have dyslexia or dyslexic traits, including Thomas Edison, Pablo Picasso, Alexander Graham Bell, Leonardo da Vinci, Robin Williams, Tom Cruise, and Agatha Christie.

What are the effects of dyslexia? The effects of dyslexia vary depending on severity, as well as on an individual’s particular profile. Most children with dyslexia have difficulty with learning to read, spelling, and written language. Some children with mild dyslexia are able to learn to read, but lack underlying phonological language skills, and rely instead on memorization, and the use of context to guess at unfamiliar words. They are typically weak spellers, and as they reach third or fourth grade, these children struggle to decode longer, multisyllabic words, and fail to acquire the reading fluency (speed and accuracy) and vocabulary needed to keep up with grade-level material. Many children with dyslexia also have other language weaknesses, including difficulties with processing or comprehending spoken or written language, and organizing and formulating expressive language to retell events or stories to others.

How is dyslexia diagnosed? A formal evaluation is needed to confirm a diagnosis of dyslexia. The evaluation examines not only reading skills, but also assesses the underlying processing skills linked to dyslexia.

These include:• Phonological awareness (awareness of sounds in words)• Phonemic awareness (sound- letter associations)• Phonological word memory• Rapid linguistic retrieval or naming• Receptive/expressive language• Memory.

Your child can be evaluated as early as kindergarten or first grade, which is often when their teacher may notice “red flags” related to early reading skills. The

evaluation results allow for the development of an individualized treatment plan, and provide documentation needed to qualify for special services or accommodations. A full evaluation report will also contain a detailed discussion of learning strengths and weaknesses, and recommendations for parents and teachers.

What is the prognosis for children with dyslexia? Without help, children with dyslexia may lose confidence in their ability to learn, and suffer reduced self-esteem. They may become discouraged learners, and fail to achieve their potential, or later drop out of school. Fortunately, with appropriate assessment and treatment, children with dyslexia can learn to read and spell, and acquire the fundamental skills needed for academic success. The earlier that intervention occurs, the better the prognosis; however, progress in reading and writing/spelling can still occur regardless of the age of diagnosis.

Linda Balsiger, M.S., CCC-SLP is a literacy and learning specialist and certified speech-language pathologist. She is the owner of Bend Language & Learning, a private practice focused on language and learning disorders. See www.bendlanguageandlearning.com for more information.

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February 1-3rd: Winter ConferencesNo School February 3rd and 20thAmity Creek ElementaryFebruary 7th9am-3:30pm, Winter Camp Amity @ Shevlin ParkBuckingham ElementaryFebruary 27th-March 2nd3rd Grade Swim @ Juniper Aquatic CenterJuniper ElementaryFebruary 9, 16, and 23rd5:30, Love and Logic ClassPonderosa ElementaryFebruary 2nd5:30-7:30pm, Movie NightRosland ElementaryFebruary 3rdFACT Family Game NightFebruary 14thFlags for 1st GradersThree Rivers K-8February 2nd7pm, 4/5 Grade ConcertHigh Desert Middle SchoolFebruary 8-9thDistrict Orchestra at SHSPilot Butte Middle SchoolFebruary 13-17thSpirit WeekSkyview Middle SchoolFebruary 8-9thDistrict Orchestra at SHSFebruary 10th3-4:30pm: School DanceREALMSFebruary 2nd6:30-8pm, Kid Fair, A Celebration of LearningBend HighschoolFebruary 1-2ndFinals ScheduleLa Pine HighschoolFebruary 4thNJROTC Drill CompetitionFebruary 11thACT Test, Registration RequiredMt. View HighschoolFebruary 2nd8-11pm: South Seas DanceFebruary 8-9thHonors OrchestraFebruary 17thWinter Sports/Sparrow AssemblyFebruary 18thPolar PlungeFebruary 27th6:30pm: Informational meeting for Parents of Incoming FreshmanSummit HighschoolFebruary 11th7pm: Benefi t Concert “For the Love of Music”February 28-29thTalent Show Auditions


Photographer: Amanda M. RosePhotographer’s Assistant: Sara OlsonGuest Photographer: Brian J. Bulemore

Shot at an empty retail space at the Cascade Village Shopping CenterWardrobe Supervisor: Brittany Dixon

This month we put the models to the challenge and had them pick out a bunch of things from their own closet to mimic the stylings of a Rock/Pop Star. Our wardrobe stylist, Brittany Dixon, arranged the clothes and accessories to create the final look. The hair and make-up stylists were also put to the challenge of creating a super funky look in coordination with their outfits.

ONE MODEL is officially one of the most popular events to hit Central Oregon! We are now in the third leg of the competition featuring all 6 of our competitors done up to the nines in fashions from their very own closet!

This competition is created by Eight|18 Productions and media partner Local Views & Events.

How YOU get involved:

Check out the photos in this spread to see the results from this month’s photo shoot and take a minute to choose your favorite face.

Go to www.facebook.com/onemodelbend to cast your vote

Join us for the fashion show to help us decide. Details below!

One Model Grand Finale Fashion ShowFriday March 9th, 2012, 6:30pm - Location, details and tickets now available at www.onemodelbend.eventbrite.com

Join us for an amazing production featuring a jazzy cocktail hour where you can mingle with the models and then the show starts with a fantastic local celebrity fashion show. Then, the high fashion grand finale show will feature the One Model Competitors where you get to vote for your favorite face! Stay after the show and dance the night away! This event will knock your socks off!

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Kathleen JohnsonMake-Up: Haley Bennett, Studio M for HairHair Design: Maria Anderson & Erilla De Tienne, Lemon Drop Salon

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Early ChildhoodFamily First FridaysAll AgesLet your creative juices fl ow in this self-guided exploration of art. Using the Art Station classroom and supplies, you and your children can create mater pieces together! $5Sess. 1 “Dynamic Drawing” | F | Feb 3 | 9:30am-12 | Staff

YouthClay ExplorationAges 6-8Investigate the wonders of clay as you learn hand-building techniques to make a variety of pots and sculpture. Create original and imaginative pieces and have loads of fun getting your hands into clay. All clay, tools, glaze and fi rings included. $83

TH | Feb 9-Mar 8 | 4pm-5:30 | Bommarito

Drawing StudioAges 8-12By learning to “see” like an artist, you can express your world on paper using a variety of tools and techniques. With pencils, pastels, charcoal, and blending tools, explore basic drawing techniques. $68TH | Feb 9-Mar 8 | 4pm-5:30 | Schoessler

Clay ContainersAges 8-12Create and decorate functional and creative containers out of clay. Students will practice clay techniques including slab, coil, and extrusion to build unique containers such as lidded boxes, vases, and outdoor vessels. $83M | Feb 13-Mar 19 (no class Feb 20) | 4pm-5:30 | Bommarito

Wheel WorksAges 13-17This is your opportunity to immerse yourself into just throwing pots on the wheel. Practice throwing various shapes, trimming your pots, and glazing. Class size is limited to seven so each student can work on the wheel the entire time. Price refl ects limited class size. $105T | Feb 21-Mar 20 | 4pm-5:30 | Schoessler

Adult ClassesMasterful Greeting CardsCreate your own greeting cards inspired by techniques of artists throughout history during this two-hour lunchtime series. Each session will include a brief introduction to the featured artist and their work. Come make your own series of cards just in time for Mother’s Day. Sign up for one or all four. Supplies included. Supplies provided for fi ve cards for every student, additional cards can be purchased for 50 cents each. $20Sess. 1 Monoprint Japanese Trees | W | Feb 8 | 12pm-2 | Solley | AC (875 Brooks St.)

Day ClayThis friendly day group provides a supportive and engaging clay experience. Open to all experience levels; learn new skills in this project oriented class. Work in clay as you learn the basics of hand-building, explore 3-D design, and practice at the wheel. First bag of clay, fi rings, and tools included. $198Sess. 1 | TH | Feb 9-Mar 22 | 12pm-3 | Bommarito

A-Painting-A-Day in AcrylicStudents will complete a painting using a variety of exercises in acrylic media. Choose any or all workshop sessions, each focusing on a specifi c subject, technique, or medium, encouraging continuing artists to explore new skills and expand their repertoire. Supplies List. $30Sess. 1 “Dramatic Skies” | F | Feb 10 | 12pm-3 | Berry

Hawaiian QuiltingCreate a beautiful Hawaiian applique using traditional Hawaiian techniques and patterns. Students will needle-turn applique and hand-quilt their ‘ulu (breadfruit) patterned pillow-sized block that may be used as a wall hanging, pillow top or part of a larger quilt. Supplies List. $75SA | Feb 11-25 | 10am-1 | Alexander | AC (875 Brooks St.)

Masquerade MasksShow off your individuality and fl are, just in time for Mardi Gras! Embellish your mask with sequins, glitter, paint, beads and feathers. Whether mysterious or glamorous, these masks will allow you to reveal your “hidden identity”. You may use your own embellishments with those supplied. $5 materials fee paid to instructor. $30SA | Feb 11-25 | 10am-1 | Fisher

Knit a BeanieUse your creativity to make your own unique look for the mountain or around town. Creating beanies is a fast and fun way to explore the world of knitting. Previous knitting experience recommended. Students should be profi cient in knitting and purling techniques. Supplies List. $50SU | Feb 12 | 10am-3 | Nguyen | Arts Central (875 NW Brooks)

Acrylics in ActionStudents will be introduced to acrylic painting through the process of building a painting. With class demonstrations and individual attention, students will create art from what they see using the fundamentals of color-mixing, composition, and value. Supplies included. $200W | Feb 15 – Mar 21 | 6pm-9 | Kinker


Clay Break: Backyard ClayLet nature inspire you while you use clay techniques to create backyard art. Spring is a time to attract wildlife to your backyard habitat with unique feeders, flower pots, and garden sculptures. $96Sess. 1 | Ages 6-8 | M-TH | Mar 26-29 | 9am-12 | BommaritoSess. 2 | Ages 8-12 | M-TH | Mar 26-29 | 1pm- 4 | Bommarito

Art Break: The Art of the Comic BookDiscover the various states of comic book creation with lessons on figure drawing, perspective, inking, and storytelling, students will create their own comic book character and incorporate that character in a sequential narrative in collaboration with other students in the class. $96Sess 1 | Ages 8-12 | M-TH | Mar 26-29 | 9am-12 | Burke

Art Break: 3-D DiscoveriesUp, up, and away! Our art leaves the page as we explore the exciting world of 3-D sculpture. Using paper, boxes, found objects, and more, students will create a variety of pieces while exploring the styles of artists such as David Carter, George Segal, and Alexander Calder. $96Sess. 2 | Ages 6-8 | M-TH | Mar 26-29 | 1pm- 4 | Williams

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Gallery Exhibition: February 2012“Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts: A Selected Print Collection” Exhibited regionally and nationally Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts print collection highlights original prints created by Native American artists and printed by Tamarind Master Printer Frank Janzen.Opens First Friday: February 3, 5:30 – 8 pmExhibit on display from February 3, 2012 to February 28, 2012

Through a variety of professional and educational exhibits and workshops, Atelier 6000 inspires and engages diverse artist learners and audiences in educational and creative experiences.Classes and Workshops feature studies in multimedia work with specific emphasis in drawing, book arts and printmaking. Registration is underway, call 541.330.8759 to register.Office hours are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. M - F

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Bookworks Open StudioFeb 21, Tues, 10 am – 12:30 pmJoin us for this open studio bookmaking workshop. $15 per session, Free to A6 members. The Working QuestionsWorking Small Mon, Feb 20, 5 pm – 8 (non-members come at 6:15) Nancy Dasen and Pat Clark share tips on how to develop successful small images. A6 members Free/ Non-members - $15 Building Proficiency in Printmaking TechniquesBring your prints, your plates and your questions. We will work on any

issues you are having with the plates and the process. Must have previous printmaking experience. A6 members Free/ Non-members - $25Mirror Printing: Mon, Feb 13, 9:30 – Noon Nancy Dasen will be demonstrate her Mirrored Offset Print technique – then it’s your turn.Upcycled Prints: Collagraph PlatesWed/Fri, Feb 15 – Feb 24, 1 pm – 3:30 The collagraph plate is constructed from everyday objects and it is literally translated as “collage print.” Explore this artistic alternative to drawing and painting, build your plate, learn a wide range of inking and printing techniques and produce unique artwork with rich textural dimension. Supply list. $65 + $35 studio fee. Instructors: Pat Clark and Lloyd McMullenImage Transfer, Printmaking and Chine ColléSat, Feb 25, 10 am – 3Discover various methods to incorporate photos and found images to create strong, dynamic compositions. Learn tips and techniques as you explore image transfer, printmaking and chine collé. Bring a Lunch. Supply list. $25 + $20 studio fee. Instructor: Lloyd McMullenPhotolithography: Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts ResidencyArtTalk: What is Photolithography? Fri, Feb 3, 6 pm View original lithographs from the instructor’s and Crow Shadow’s collections. Workshop: Sat/Sun, Feb 4 – 5, 10 am – 4 pmThis workshop covers the basic techniques of plate lithography. Systematic instructions for creating, preparing, and developing plates will be demonstrated. Experiment with a variety of lithographic drawing materials, create and print a small edition of black and white prints. Printmaking experience necessary. $130 + $35 studio fee.

FrankJanzen: Tamarind Master Printer, has been in residence at Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts since 2002. he has collaborated with numerous artists in the U.S., Canada, South Africa and Australia in the creation of limited edition prints.PatriciaClark: MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art in printmaking and painting. Founder of Atelier 6000 and an established Printmaker and artist teacher her artwork draws inspiration from the natural world.RonSchultz:BFA from California State University, Northridge and has done postgraduate work in Fine Arts at Chico State University. A consummate artist and craftsman his passion for words, illustrations, books, and printmaking is profoundly obvious in his work.

Love Thy Neighbor, Even If He Lives in a Tent.by Amanda Rose

It takes a lot for us nowadays to differentiate between the real homeless people who are truly down and out to the pan handlers that are in it for a buck or two so they don’t have to get a job. But what is important, is to educate ourselves and allow for a little room for our truly weary neighbors and lend a hand where we can.

I took the liberty to get to know some of our local homeless fellas and found out some interesting information that may help you understand their position a little more. Lets start with Jeff. He looks relatively clean cut, never too dirty and always out wandering the streets doing what he can for money, food or just a smile from a passer by. I approached him and he eagerly accepted my invitation to chat. We sat and started to talk about his situation. He is on the streets because a few years back he lost his job, his family, his home, his car and his drive for life. “Everything was pulled out from underneath me in a flash. I had no idea what to do.”, Jeff said. “I turned to alcohol because nothing else made sense.” He told me that after he wandered the streets highly intoxicated for a few years, he realized that what he once had could be his again and getting sober was the first thing to do. He said he went through his own massive withdrawls curled up in a ball in the middle of empty fields, alone and sick. But through perseverance and determination, he found a way to get sober and stop relying on the alcohol. After that, he found himself in and out of shelters, getting support from them and obtaining some necessities like clothes, hygiene items and warm meals to help him survive outside. This gave him hope. Trouble is that for now, all he can do is walk the streets and ask for some cash allowing him to at least eat on his own so the shelters can feed others worse off than him. He says he also needs to “buy some smokes now and again”, which is “all he has as a friend” and really hoped I wouldn’t judge him because of that. In the meantime,

living on barely $10 a day leaves him without much else, except for what the shelters and kind strangers provide for him.

He stayed many times with The Shepherds House on Division street. He mentioned that without them, he would still be drunk, if not dead. They gave him a chance at hope and another shot at life. The Shepherds

house is a wonderful place that provides shelter during the day to men, women and children. At night, they offer beds to men who have nowhere to sleep. They serve three meals a day to the hungry; provide warm clothing and basic hygiene items to those who are in need. In addition, they even offer friendship to the friendless and join together in worship every evening. Their residential habilitation program is treated as a healing place for people who struggle with life controlling issues. The Shepherds House is a non-profit 501(c) 3 completely supported by private donations and relying solely on public funds. They receive no governmental support. It is up to the community to help the Shepherds House lend a hand to those like Jeff. And now, Jeff has a spring in his step and is trying very hard on a daily basis to get back to where he was before. If it weren’t for the vicious catch 22’s that stand in his way, he may be in a better position already. So, someone like Jeff could legitimately use a buck or two...and will never turn away a smile.

The Bethlehem Inn is another fantastic homeless shelter in the area that provides a wonderful place to rest weary heads by providing shelter, meals, support services and resources to aid in regaining self-sufficiency and re-entry into the community. The Bethlehem Inn offers services to homeless families and individuals regardless of the situation they are in.

There are over 2,200 individuals in Central Oregon currently experiencing homelessness and the number seems to be growing due to the continual decline in our economy. Most of them report that unemployment and the inability to afford rent and utilities is one of the main driving forces behind their only choice of living on the street. One thing to remember is that there are as many reasons as there are people and not all of them are in this situation because of poor choices or bad habits. Homelessness can stem from so many reasons. Take a look at our friend Jeff. He never wanted to be homeless, but life got the better of him and it happened. But with the help of the shelters and kind individuals who have helped along the way, he is making a difference and doing what he can to get back

on his feet. It certainly does not happen overnight and the process can be tiresome, but at least he is trying. Most homeless do try to make things better and seek help to get back to being self-sufficient. But many of them will not even let you know they are homeless. Just because they are shabbily dressed or living in a tent does not mean they aren’t still proud.

You can help. Start by leaving the judgement behind and try to realize that until you walk in their shoes, you will never know what they are truly dealing with. The shelters can always use volunteers, monetary donations and community support along with advocacy and help spreading the word that they are ready to help with an extended helping hand. With you and your kind heart, those truly considered homeless can make a difference and get back to a life that most of them once knew. Love thy neighbor, even if he is in a tent.