Here, There & Everywhere
From our weekly issue dated April 30, 2008
SHERIFF ON BUSINESS - Sheriff Gil Gilbertson has been engaged to address valley business folks during a special presentation Wednesday, April 30 in the Josephine County Bldg. in Downtown Cave Junction beginning at 6:30 p.m. His talk about protecting businesses in the face of fewer patrol deputies is sponsored as a public service by Illinois Valley Merchants Association.
LBMS FAMILY NIGHT - A free dinner of enchiladas, rice and beans will be among features during Family Night at Lorna Byrne Middle School on Thursday, May 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. Other attractions will be a game room, and views of the Homework Help House, plus the photography, ceramics and sewing after-school activities. Additionally, a scholastic book fair will be held in the library. And there will be chances to win $25 certificates from Shop Smart Food Warehouse, Wild River Brewing & Pizza Co., and Taylor’s Country Store.
SPAGHETTI MOOLA - To benefit the Illinois Valley section of the Boys & Girls Club, a spaghetti dinner for all comers will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Cave Junction on Friday, May 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The church is on Lewis Court next to the CJ Swimming Pool and across from I.V. High School. There is no charge for the meal, but diners can provide free-will offerings. The fund-raiser is co-sponsored by Lutheran Women of the Illinois Valley, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. The latter will match all proceeds to help maintain the Boys & Girls Club program in Illinois Valley.
AA EVENT - The 33rd annual Rogue Roundup, a nationally renowned gathering of recovering alcoholics at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, will be held Friday through Sunday, May 2 through 4. Fellowship and spiritual growth are primary objectives. Visit rogueroundup.com for details.
SELMAC MIXER - Lake Selmac Resort will host an Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce mixer on Friday, May 2 beginning at 5 p.m. There will be refreshments, paddle boating, hay rides and miniature golf. Those planning to attend are asked to phone Dulcie Moore, chamber secretary and office manager, at 592-3326. The next chamber mixer will be hosted by The Chateau at Oregon Caves National Monument on Friday, May 16. Dinner and lodging will be available.
KIDS ’N’ PETS - Several organizations are co-sponsoring the Illinois Valley Children’s Fair & Pet Parade, set for Saturday, May 3 at Jubilee Park in CJ. Many attractions are planned. Check the ad in this issue for a list of features.
OPEN (FIRE) HOUSE - A community open house at Station 1 in Cave Junction will serve to demonstrate what it would be like to have a full, paid staff on 24-hour duty at the station. The Illinois Valley Fire District (IVFD) event for children and adults will be held Saturday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be homemade refreshments, continuous video of emergency responses, and a presentation by Chief Harry Rich. Staff and equipment will be available, depending on alarms. The open house is part of efforts to inform the valley about Measure 17.20 in the May 20 election, the IVFD request for a local option levy to increase paid fire-fighting and emergency medical services personnel. For more information phone Linda Butler at 592-6107.
WALK OVER CANCER - The May 31 - June 1 weekend is on the calendar for the annual American Cancer Society fund-raiser on the Grants Pass High School track. Cave Junction resident Susan Hatch is a team captain. To sign up or donate, phone her at 592-4705. Or contact Anna Malloy at annarelay@charter.net.
GOT GEAR? - Anyone with medical equipment loaned by Illinois Valley Lions Club is asked to return it if it’s no longer needed. There is a special need for wheelchairs. Phone 592-4135 for information on returning equipment.
NOTEPAD - A can drive to benefit Jacqui Van Tassell, who’s fighting cancer, has been extended through May. Cans can be left at 1141 Rockydale Road or SOOF at Cave Junction Mall … A Kristy Lee Cook celebration with the American Idol winner (top seven) will be held Saturday, May 3 at Ray’s Food Place in Selma starting at 11 a.m. ... Kismet will be performed by the Illinois Valley High School Drama Club Friday and Saturday, May 9 and 10 at 7 p.m. ... A revised schedule for Three Rivers School District students during the next school year is being examined. A schedule survey has been sent home with students ... Emergency food and shelter advice is the charge for a county advisory board with current vacancies to represent the Jewish community, low-income citizens, and “other local board.” Phone 474-5221 for information … Canasta? If interested in playing at I.V. Senior Center, phone 596-2074 or 592-4742 ... Texas Hold-em winners from the recent tournament at I.V. Senior Center are Lon Snavely, Harry Johnson, Edda McCormick and Jack Parvin … T-shirts: *I’ll bet you $300 I don’t have a gambling problem. *This shirt is censored for your protection. *I is a college student. *At my age I’ve seen it all, done it all, heard it all. I just can’t remember it all.
LAST WORDS - *It is not only for what we do that we are held responsible, but also for what we do not do. (John Baptiste Moliére)
*Never trouble another for what you can do for yourself. (Thomas Jefferson)
