AUTUMN FESTIVAL
The public is invited to celebrate autumn at a fall festival hosted by the St. Patrick parish family on Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the church parking lot and parish hall at 850 W. 4th St.
Children will enjoy playing in a bounce house and winning prizes at various game booths including a bean bag toss, a dice roll, a ring toss, a lollipop pull, a fish pond, and more. Contests such as a cake walk and a “pie in the face” throw are also planned. Multicultural food will be available for purchase at different booths set up at the community event.
Raffle drawings will take place. Raffle tickets at $10 each are currently on sale and may be obtained by calling the parish office at 775-423-2846 or Ginny Dugan at 775-423-4559. Individuals need not be present to win. Proceeds from the Sept. 24 fundraiser will benefit the St. Patrick building fund.
CURRENT
Caregiver support groups
The Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Support Groups are designed to provide emotional and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings. Participants develop methods and skills to solve problems.
The groups encourage caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical and emotional health, as well as optimally care for the person living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related form of dementia.
Free of charge and walk-ins are welcome.
Open discussion with a trained facilitator. Date: Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon. Location: The Homestead. 365 West A St.
Facilitators: Candy Foster & Jason Thornton. Contact: 800-272-3900. On-site Respite Services Provided. Please RSVP to use respite services.
College application process session
P.E.O. Chapter D, the Rotary Club of Fallon and Western Nevada College (WNC) are sponsoring an informational event to help middle and high school students plus their parents learn about the college application process.
It will take place Sept. 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at WNC Fallon Campus, Getto Hall, Room 302. It is designed to: (1) Answer the Riddle: Which College is for me? (2) Teach how to Prepare for and Maneuver through the College Application maze and (3) Help solve the Scholarship and Financial Aid puzzle.
Tickets (cash only) are $15 per parent & one student (recommended); $15 per adult; $10 per student.
All proceeds go to P.E.O. and Rotary Club scholarships for local high school seniors.
Wishing Tree applications
Applications for the 2016 Wishing Tree Program are now available and due by 5 p.m. Oct. 14.
The Wishing Tree Program provides gifts during the holiday season for Churchill County youth 0 to 17 years of age who meet income and residency requirements.
Applications may be picked up at Churchill County Social Services, 485 West B St., Suite #105, Fallon during normal business hours.
The Wishing Tree Program is possible due to the combined volunteer efforts of the CC Communications Independent Telecommunications Pioneer Association, Churchill County Social Services, and community members who donate both time and gifts.
USDA food distribution
USDA Food Distribution will be at the American Legion Post #16, 90 N. Ada St., from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sept. 21. Please bring your Nevada photo I.D. and if necessary proof of Churchill County residency. Also, bring your own boxes and/or carts.
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.
Did you know reading to your child is one of the most powerful ways to boost brain power? Well it’s true and the library can help with that!
Read it and reap
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: Read it and Reap! is a fun and exciting early literacy program for infants through age 5 to get them ready to read.
Information is available at the Churchill County Library and the website.
Volunteers needed for food distribution
Volunteers needed in Fallon to help distribute food during the day, one Wednesday every two months. Must be able to stand at least five hours.
Contact Anne between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays at 775-423-2670.
FAWG yard sale
Fallon Animal Welfare Group’s fall yard sale is Oct. 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m, Allen Road Storge #51, 1151 Allen Road.
There is still time to donate gently used furniture, household goods, sports and garden gear, tools, artwork, electronics, etc. (no clothes please).
Call 775 423-8650 to arrange pick-up or drop-off or for more information.
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 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., 99 S. Nevada St.
Donations are accepted Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 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, surprise sales Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday all military and hospital personnel get 50 percent off clothing and shoes.
Check us out on Facebook at BCCH Auxiliary Store “Stuf N’ Such”
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 Post 16 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.
Fish Fry — Come and enjoy a great Fish Fry (Icelandic Cod) dinner the first Friday of every month,6-8 p.m. for $5. Also, enjoy a Rib Eye Steak dinner the third Friday of every month 6-8 p.m. for $15. Open to the public. For more information, call 775-423-3008 .
Meetings — American Legion Post 16 general meeting is held on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend.
The Sons of the American Legion Squadron 16 general meeting is held the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
All members are encouraged to attend. All Veterans and sons of Veterans who are interested in joining the Legion or SAL please contact the Post at 775-423-3008.
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 Auxiliary meetings
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.
TOPS
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.
Al-anon meetings
Al-anon meets every Wednesday and Sunday. Wednesday Al-anon, a 12-step program, meets every week, 10-11 a.m. at the Churchill County library annex.
Sunday’s meetings are every week are from 2-3 p.m., also at the Churchill County library annex.
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 further information, call 775-423-4625.
St. Patrick’s bingo
St. Patrick Catholic Church at 450 W. 4th St. offers bingo on the first and third Saturdays of each month beginning Sept. 17.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with games starting at 6:15 p.m. Refreshments are available for purchase. Free coffee and popcorn are provided. Call the parish office at 423-2846 for more information.
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 information, email jhorsley@cccomm.net or call 775-427-9741.
Artists’ worksho[
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Logos to present state educational information
An ESA (Educational Services Association) information event will be held Sept. 16 beginning at 6 p.m. at Logos Christian Academy, 655 Sheckler Road.
Represnetatives from the state Attorney General and Treasurer’s offices will provide updates on Nevada’s ESAs. Receive the latest updates and information about Nevada’s new educational choice program.
Cancer fundraiser
P’jammin for Cancer will be held on Sept. 29 at all CCSD schools with the exception of Northside. Students/staff can wear their pajamas to school for any donation.
All donations go to Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation to help families with a child who is battling cancer.
If any business would like to make a donation, contact Tiffany Wright 775-423-2181 ext 143.
Support Group
Domestic Violence Support Group meets each Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. Call 775-423-1313 for location.
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.
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.
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 Churchill County Child Support Office at 165 N. Ada St. or go to www.churchillcounty.org and follow the links to the D.A.’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.
Fallon Horseman’s Assoc.
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.
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.
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.