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Each Friday at 9 a.m.-Take Pounds Off Sensibly with our fun group! Join us for motivation at the Methodist Church, 280 E. Stillwater Ave. Cost is $5 per month with an annual fee of $32. For more information call Nancy at 775-423-4568 or Jo at 775-867-3244.
Logos kindergarten
Logos Christian Academy is now accepting applications for kindergarten students for the 2016-17 school year. For more information or questions, contact Heidi at 775-428-1826.
Museum’s Ladies Luncheon
Don’t miss the annual Ladies Luncheon, including door prizes, raffle and silent auction, on April 23 at Churchill County Museum, 1050 S. Maine St..
“Home on the Range” is Bonnie York’s historical topic presentation this year. Tickets are $25 pre-paid at the museum. Call 775-423-3677.
CCSD kindergarten registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2016-2017 school year will be held April 4-15. Registration packets may be picked up at the Churchill County School District office between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Incoming students must turn 5 on or before September 30, 2016. Parents must provide current immunization records and a state issued birth certificate.
For more information call the district office at 423-5184 or visit www.churchill.k12.nv.us
Blood drive
Banner Churchill Community Hospital along with United Blood Services will be hosting their blood drive April 12 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. in the Lake Tahoe room. To schedule an appointment log on to www.bloodhero.com click “Donate Blood” use sponsor code; FALLON or call 775-867-7006.
Elks monthly breakfast
The Fallon Elks Lodge 2239 invite you to be a guest on March 27 from 8-10 a.m. for our monthly breakfast. Come on down and bring the family!
Amateur radio
The Amateur Radio of Churchill County invites all current Amateur Radio operators or anyone interested in Amateur Radio to join us
The A.R.C.C. is a general interest Amateur (HAM) Radio Club serving Fallon, Fernley and surrounding areas. We have our monthly business social breakfast meeting each month. A NET Every Sunday at 6 p.m.(1800) local time on repeater 146.97 with PL of 103.5 Hz.
Interested in getting Your Amateur Radio license or current Amateur Radio operators wanting to upgrade license we offer local testing. For information contact Rick Bischoff — K7ET Phone 775-423-7665 or 775-294-1115 E-mail: k7et@live.com.
Adult Ed testing
Churchill County Adult Ed will be giving the Nevada Proficiency Test April 11-15. Math, science and reading given all five days but the Writing Proficiency only given on April 13. Testing will take place at a 280 S. Russell St. Adult Ed is located at the former West End library building off Center Street. Hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday and Thursday. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday For information, call 775-423-1191.
CC Democrats Convention
The Churchill County Democrats will hold their 2016 County Convention on April 2 at the Churchill County Senior Center, 310 Court St., Fallon. Doors open at 9 a.m. for registration, and the convention begins at 10 a.m. Delegates for the state convention will be elected, and all business should be concluded by 3 p.m. For more information, call 775-867-4229.
AAUW annual film
The American Association of University Women’s annual film festival and dessert extravaganza is April 16 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Churchill County High School Auditorium.
“Brooklyn,” starring Saoirse Ronan, is a beautiful film about an Irish immigrant who lands in Brooklyn in 1950. She falls in love with a local and must choose between two countries and her life.
Movie historian Howard Rosenberg will discuss the film. The donation of $20 includes movie, drink and dessert buffet. Purchase tickets at Jeff’s, AAUW members, or call Kathleen at 775-423-1814.
All proceeds fund local scholarships.
AAUW re-entry scholarship
The American Association of University Women (AAUW), Fallon Branch, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a Churchill County resident who wishes to resume college studies. Financial need, career goals, and academic ability are among the criteria for the scholarship. Applications are available at the main office at Western Nevada College, Fallon Campus, or online through the financial assistance office at www.wnc.edu. Applications must be typed and submitted to Angela Viera at WNC by April 15.
AAUW high school scholarship
The American Association of University Women (AAUW), Fallon Branch, is offering a $1,000 scholarship for a graduating high school student.
Applications can be found at the Churchill County High School website under Counseling and Guidance. Completed applications must be typed, signed by a parent or guardian, and returned to Renie Knittle, high school counselor, by the deadline, April 15.
thrift stores
Blue Sky Thrift Store
The Blue Sky Thrift Store (formerly Fallon Humboldt Shredders) is located at 290 S. Maine St. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Bagged clothing sales, $4 per plastic shopping bag full of clothing available on Saturdays.
We are in need of re-sellable furniture, appliances, household items and clothing. To make donations or schedule a free pickup, call 775-217-0086 or 775-423-6140.
Drop-offs are made at the store location. Proceeds help provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities and families in need through community voucher programs.
Stuf ’n Such Thrift Store
The Stuf ‘n Such Thrift Store, owned and operated by Banner Churchill Community Hospital Auxiliary, is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 99 S. Nevada St. Donations are accepted Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Check out our weekly sales which include $5 basket sales on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the week; on Thursdays all seniors get 50 percent off clothing and shoes and surprise sales are every Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday all military and hospital personnel get 50 percent off clothing and shoes.
Check out our new Facebook Page at BCCH Auxiliary Store “Stuf’n Such”.
Thrifty Finds
The TF Team wishes our customers a joyous Christmas season and a fantastic New Year.
When you visit us, you can enjoy incredible savings on Military Monday for military members (with ID), Thrifty Tuesday for all our customers and Golden Thursday for folks 50 years and older (with ID). Each week we also offer a Surprise Special on selected departments throughout the store. Join us at 920 W Williams Ave, Suite 60, 775-426-9411. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, Monday-Saturday. Thrifty Finds is a non-profit organization that benefits the youth of Churchill County.
Out of Egypt
Out of Egypt Thrift and Gift, providing for ongoing needs of food and hunger, is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 121 S. Allen Road. Phone 775-217-0542.
Our donation center is located at 1075 Taylor Place (behind Walmart). Phone 775-737-3784, hours are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
military & veterans
American Legion activities
Help support our vets. Hall rental 775-423-3008 or 775-217-3845. Call the American Legion at 775-423-3008. 90 N. Ada St.
FRA meetings
The Fleet Reserve Association is an active opponent of the Sea Services, Navy, Marine Corp and Coast Guard, active duty, retired or any who served a tour of duty.
Join us or just check out a meeting at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the American Legion Hall.
VFW Ladies Auxiliary meetings
Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post #1002 meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Post on South Maine street.
New members and transfers are always welcome. For information call 775-423-6201 or 775-423-4606.
Marine Corps League
The High Desert Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets the first Saturday each month at noon at the VFW Hall, 405 S. Maine St.
The League is open to all Marines, active, reserve, retired or honorably discharged, FMF Corpsman, families and friends, to participate in programs designed to help the community.
Call Harry Hines at 775-423-6415 for info.
ONGOING
Square dancing
The Oasis Squares, Fallon’s square dance club, will meet Friday, 7-9 p.m., at Highland Estates, 570 N. Sherman St.
Experienced dancers are always welcome. Come dance in a square and make a circle of friends. Call Ernie at 775-423-0471 or 775-217-3105.
Artists Critique Workshop
The Artists’ Critique Workshop welcomes artists of all levels and media to join a monthly critique workshop held the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Churchill County Museum.
The goal is to provide encouragement to like-minded artists with constructive suggestions and support within a positive environment.
Al-anon meets every Sunday
Sunday Al-anon, a 12-step program, meets every week, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at 1490 Grimes St.
Free masons meetings
The Freemasons of Churchill Lodge No. 26 F&AM of Fallon meet the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 39 S. Maine St, in the Fallon Fraternal Hall and Community Center.
Sojourning Masons are invited to join us. For information call 775-423-4625.
RPEN meetings
The Churchill Chapter of the Retired Public Employees of Nevada (RPEN) meets the second Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at Jerry’s Restaurant,1801 W. Williams Ave.
For info, email jhorsley@cccomm.net or call 775-427-9741.
Domestic Violence Support Group
Domestic Violence Support Group meets each Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m.
Call 775-423-1313 for location.
Fallon Tea Party
The Fallon Tea Party meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday and third Thursday of each month in Room 102 of the county administration building on North Taylor St.
Find us on the web at www.fallonteaparty.org. For information email jfalk6808@cccomm.net or call 619-887-6808.
St. Patrick’s bingo
St. Patrick Catholic Church invites the public to play bingo in its parish hall on the first and third Saturdays of each month.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo games starting at 6:30 p.m. Monetary prizes will be awarded to bingo winners. Refreshments may be purchased. Free popcorn and coffee will be available.
Net proceeds will go toward the church’s building fund.
Individuals must be 21 years of age or older to play bingo. For information call the parish office at 775-423-2846.
Writer’s Workshop
Are you a writer looking for a place to work with like-minded people?
The Churchill County Library is pleased to announce its Writer’s Workshop led by Sara Dowling.
Meetings are every Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at the Annex for quiet work, or the library for a more conversational approach. All writers on all levels are welcome to participate.
Sara can be reached at waterfallprincess@gmail.com.
The library is at 553 S. Maine St. For questions, call 775-423-7581.
Toastmasters
Toastmasters Fallon every Thursday. If you are interested in developing stronger speaking and leadership skills, join us at Highland Manor, 550 N. Sherman St. at 6:30 pm.
For information, call Carla at 775-867-5591.
Fallon Horseman’s Association
Fallon Horseman’s Association holds monthly meetings the first Thursday of each month at Pizza Factory, 2199 W. Williams Ave.
Anyone interested in our summer open horse shows and other events is welcome to come.
Hearts of Gold Quilters
The Hearts of Gold Quilters meets Thursdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fallon Convention Center, 100 Campus Way.
All quilters are welcome. We meet weekly to make donation quilts, as well as working on our own projects.
‘Celebrating Us’ art project
Help Churchill County “Celebrate” our local talent! Artists, photographers, artisans of all genre are invited to showcase their work at the County’s Administration Complex. Exhibits are on-going and ever-changing.
Bereavement Support Group
Eden Hospice provides grief support for the ‘newly bereaved’ at 570 S. Maine St., on the second Wednesdays of each month at noon. Contact 775-423-9511 for additional information.
Storytime
Join us for Storytime at the Churchill County Library each Wednesday and Thursday at 11 a.m. and includes stories, songs, and a craft.
The library has hundreds of books on a wide variety of subjects for your enjoyment either in the building or at home.
Studies have shown that books in the home are an important indicator of a child’s future success.
So join us for a fun-filled storytime and check out books to read at home.
Child support enforcement
Child support enforcement services are available through the Churchill County District Attorney’s office. Contact the Churchill County DA, Child Support Division at 775-423-8423. The staff may be able to help establish parentage and help obtain a child support order.
Pick up an application at the Churchill County Child Support Office at 165 N. Ada St., or visit www.churchillcounty.org and follow the links to the District Attorney’s Child Support Division.
The office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Rainbow Treasures Gift Shop
Rainbow Treasures Gift Shop is located inside the front lobby of Banner Churchill Community Hospital, 801 E. Williams Ave. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday.
The Rainbow Treasures Gift Shop is owned and operated by Banner Churchill Community Hospital Auxiliary, which is a nonprofit organization. Newborn gifts, handbags, See’s candy, watches, jewelry, home decor items and more are available. Proceeds benefit BCCH and community events. Call 775-867-7104 for more information.
Foster parents needed
Abused and neglected children who are removed from their families often need to live outside of their communities, away from everything familiar.
To learn more on how you can become a licensed foster parent with the State of Nevada, call 1-888-423-2659 or go to www.dcfs.state.nv.us
In Nevada’s rural communities, many children, including teens and sibling groups, are in need of a safe and nurturing home.
Foster parents provide a temporary home so these children can heal and feel supported.
Foster parents can be single or married, male or female. They can be working, or a stay-at-home parent. They can also be retired with grown children.
JOIN training
Call or visit a local JOIN office for immediate, free enrollment in career training and education classes.
JOIN has received federal funds that will allow us to pay for your instruction, class materials, and certification fees.
The Federal funds will also pay private employers to provide you with on-the-job-training. Call or visit your local JOIN office. Fallon, 775-423-6162, 121 Industrial Way, Fallon, NV 89406; Fernley, 775-575-1222, 460 W. Main St., #111.
‘Celebrating Us’ art project
Help Churchill County “Celebrate” our local talent! Artists, photographers, artisans of all genre are invited to showcase their work at the County’s Administration Complex.
Exhibits are on-going and ever-changing.
Call the County Manager’s Office 775-423-5136 for more information.