December 5, 2013

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The Canyon WeeklyDecember 5, 2013 Volume 4, Issue 48

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Once again the Canyon community is helping those in need dur-ing the Christmas Season. Ingredients for a traditional Christmas turkey dinner and gifts for all children 6th grade and younger will be given to each family in need. The churches of Mill City and Gates coordinate the effort and are providing the food boxes, U.S. Bank, Mill City Pharmacy, and Mill City City Hall donate space for the Giving Trees, and many generous community members provide volunteer time, money, and gifts. How can I buy gifts for children? Tags are available on Giving Trees at the Mill City Pharmacy, U.S. Bank in Mill City, and Mill City City Hall. Some are for one child, some are for two or three children in one family. Take one or more tags off the tree, fill out the bottom half and leave it in the box under the tree, and keep the top of the tag. Buy clothing and a toy for each child, bag each child’s unwrapped gifts separately, and bring them to the Santiam School District Office by Thursday, December 12th. How can I donate food?

You can donate non-perishable food at the Mill City Food Bank, Santiam schools, U.S. Bank, or any of the par-ticipating churches in Mill City and Gates. For a list of foods most needed for Christmas boxes, contact a partici-pating church. Donated food not used in Christmas Boxes will be given out at the Mill City food bank. Can I donate money? If you would like to donate money toward either food or gifts, you may take or send it to one of the participating churches, deposit it at the counter at U.S. Bank, or drop it off at the Santiam School District Office. If I have a question, who do I contact? Call the Mill City/Gates Ministerial Association at 503-897-2291 or Terri Crall at 503-897-3090.

Christmas Food Boxes and Giving Tree 2013

On Thanksgiving Mike Golden suffered a major heart attack. He was with his wife Debbie and 13 year old grandson Mikey Golden. Mikey who had no prior training in CPR called 911 and was able to perform the steps giv-en by the 911 opera-tor until the Mill City Volunteer Fire Depart-ment arrived and took over. Mikey was able

to take charge and do what was needed to be done to save his grandpa. Mike is still in Salem Hospital ICU where the doc-tors/nurses/staff have praised Mikey for his quick actions to save the life of his grandfather.

Local boy’s quick thinking saves

Grandfather’s life

Scrooge hits Lyons MarketSteals money donation jar meant for

Christmas gifts and meals for children in needThe people of the canyon communities have a way of taking care of themselves, especially around the Holidays. It appears though, that one individual recently though only of them self, and brazenly swiped a donation jar laden with money from the Lyons Market. Each year, in addition to seeking cash donations, the Lyons Fire Department collects new toys for children who might not otherwise have a Christmas. The money is collected in jars throughout town and helps to purchase Christmas dinners, shoes and clothes for the little ones. In light of recent happenings, if you plan on making a larger cash donation, please drop it by or mail it to the fire department Donation barrels for new toys are located at: Mehama True Value, Mari-Linn School, Corner Market, Lyons Market, Your Country Kitchen,Lyons Library & Lyons Fire Hall Donation money tins are at: Red Barn, Gene’s Meat Market, Gin-gerbread House, True Value, Corner Market, Lyons Market, Your Country Kitchen & Lyons Fire Department.

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Santiam Hearts to Arts (H2A)will hold its annual Board Elections on Saturday December 7th. All positions are open for nomination (individuals can nominate themselves or may nominate others who are present and able to agree to serve). Of-fice terms are one year in length and are filled on a volunteer (unpaid) basis. The Board’s goal in 2014 is to continue its development and broaden the organiza-tion’s active participant core. Participants are needed to assist with planning and im-plementation of various projects through-out the year. Participants DO NOT have to be on the Board to assist with Santiam Hearts to Arts’ many projects and programs in the community. Major projects in 2014 will include coordination and presentation of a program for Holocaust Remembrance,

the ongoing development of a community radio station and support of several ongo-ing projects such as ETHOS and American Pop Culture, Santiam Canyon Community Chorus, the Meet the Masters art program and more. All are welcomed warmly! Santiam Hearts to Arts has actively part-nered with the Santiam Canyon School District, SCSD PTO, SCYFA, the Santiam Canyon Community Chorus and the San-tiam High School International Club, as well as others. Santiam Hearts to Arts meets at City Hall in Mill City from 9:30-11:30 AMon the first Saturday of each month. Meetings are open to the public! To learn more about the organization, please visit www.heart-stoarts.org or call (503) 897-2949.

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By Elaina Turpin On December 2 about 30 people gathered for the first of Santiam Canyon School Board’s Strategic Planning sessions. They held this first session in conjunction with the SCSD PTO meeting. Gary Swanson was on hand to facility the session which invited attendees to contrib-ute ideas about what they would like to see for the future of the schools. The district provided a document to attendees with their mission statement and some catego-rized areas that they outlined for possible division of ideas. These included: Gover-nance & Communication, Infrastructure (Facilities and Technology), Staff Devel-opment & Recruitment, Program Options & Supports, and Academic Excellence. Superintendent Todd Miller said a short introduction in which he discussed the great value of community support with the school. The district hopes to have a completed plan by early spring.

“I was pleasantly surprised to see the turnout of around 30 people & the valu-able input they had. I filled up 4 pages of notes. A couple suggestions that struck a chord with me and that I’ve been hearing more of, is partnering with other schools and community colleges to fill in some of the gaps. Mentoring came up again and again, with suggestions of getting on board with the ASPIRE program, Character Edu-cation, Career readiness, Peer Helpers and an Academic Excellence Program. These sessions are so important to informing the strategic planning process. I hope the next listening session will be as well at-tended and thought provoking as this one was,” said School Board member Yvonne Hanna. Those that missed this session are invited to attend the next School Board meeting on December 11, at 6:30 PM, at the El-ementary Commons.

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It’s Beginning to look a lot like Christmas!music, events plays and gatherings highlight the upcoming weeks

Join the Chorus in Songs of Season!The Mill City Historical Society will have its Christmas Program December 5th at 7 pm at the Gates Fire Hall. The program will include the North Santiam Canyon Chorus. The chorus is directed by Jahn Hoover and will be accompanied by Joanne Hebing on the piano. All are invited to come listen to the 30 member chorus and join in singing Christmas songs. Public is welcome, and refreshments will follow. Come and Enjoy!

Relax to a soothing piano concertAward Winning Oregon Pianist in Concert John Nilsen at Detroit Community Church on December 7th at noon. John Nilsen has appeared with such lu-minaries as Jose Feliciano, Jesse Colin Young,David Foster, Alex De Grassi, Ken-ny G and many others. Admission is free. Come join us

Sing songs, bring food, Win gifts!The City of Mill City will be hosting it’s second annual tree lighting event on Sunday, December 8th at 5 pm.Once again the City will be in partnership with local community groups and businesses to bring this wonderful event to our citizens. It looks like Santa will be able to stop in for a visit, and the Santiam Canyon Community Chorus will be singing songs of the season. A new addition this year will be a canned food drive benefiting our local Mill City Food Bank. For every non perishable food item the bearer will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of many prizes donated by local artisans. So, mark your calendars and be sure to re-member to bring in some canned or boxed foods to be entered into the drawing. We look forward to celebrating the season with friends and family.

Oh come all ye’ Faithful and get a belly full of laughs!

Mill City Christian Church Hosts Special Event with Actor Steve Wilnet, Professional dramatist Steve Wilnet will be performing

his one-man show titled AwayWith The Manger at Mill City Chris-tian Church on Sun-day, December 8th at 10am . Steve has over 30 years of ex-perience in the dra-matic arts. He has

performed in film, television, radio and live theatre. As an actor and writer his passion is to bring spiritual truth to the stage in a rel-evant, creative and compelling manner.Away with the Manger is a drama adapted from the novel by author Chris Fabry.The story revolves around the life of Jackson Grim, a forty-something family man andcolumnist for the Hartville Daily News. An anonymous letter, reprinted by Jackson,sparks the flame that turns into a four alarm blaze in the lives of all who reside in the small town of Hartville. You’ll laugh with Jackson as he tells the story of how a ply-wood hand painted manger scene divides the residents of Hartville, and then ultimately brings them together in a way that only God could imag-ine. You’ll also be touched by the spiritual growth that takes place in Jackson’s heart. Though not a reli-gious man Jackson takes one step closer to God and we are left with a warm feeling of hope, not only for Jackson and the residents of Hartville, but also for ourselves. The production is suitable for all ages and the public is invited to

attend.Santiam Drama Presents

The World Premier of “The 13th Day of Christmas”

This play has never before been produced and tells the story of a young woman who has mysteriously received all the gifts of the twelve days of Christmas, throughout every day. Now she has received a citation for keeping unregistered farm animals, an eviction notice for the noise and disruption caused by ladies dancing, lords leaping and pipers piping, and investigation by the health department and fair employment regulators concerning milk and milking maids. All this and she has no clue who her “True Love “ is. How will she deal with neighbors, TV film crews, and most of all, Mrs. Henderson? December 12 and 13 at 7:30 PM at Santiam Auditorium. Tickets: $5.00.

Bluegrass Christmas at Cartwright’s Music Repair

Join Ken and Jan at their new music venue: In concert with Chris Luquette (guitarist from the Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen Band) and Steve Blanchard (guitarist from the Prairie Flyer Band) will perform HOT bluegrass guitar, a rare treat to hear these two great players in such an intimate setting.

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By Marty Magee I seldom see or hear her anymore. She has been replaced. I miss her pleasant sound. I miss the smiles she never failed to provoke. In the ‘50s, we heard her wherever we went. She stuck around even in the ‘60s. As I stood on my soapbox, my brother re-minded me she would be glad to hang with me and my friends. I can take her to the mall, to church, the doctor’s office. There aren’t many places she won’t go with me. This cheered me some. However, I still miss the public “Merry.” Her full name is “Merry Christmas.” She has been replaced by the bland greeting, “Happy Holidays.” On my day in February, my friends don’t need to give me a present or a party, but to hear those three magical words, “Happy Birthday, Marty!” is music to my ears. What better way to say, “Happy Birthday, Je-sus,” than, Merry Christmas. Not a Christian? I’m not a Jew, but I’m glad to say, “Happy Hanukah” to my Jewish friends. Is Eid your time of celebration? Eid Mubarak to you! So, can’t you appease me for one short month? Please bring my friend back to the streets of Downtown USA, to my grandchildren’s schools and to the stories of these winter days. Don’t make me say goodbye to Merry Christmas. Marty Magee is the author of: Twenty-Five Days Around the Manger and Ebenezer and Ninety-Eight Friends. She is also the writer of the play “What’s the Big Deal About Herald?” which will be presented at Mill City Baptist Church on December 22.

Does it have to be Goodbye?

December is “good deal” month at Oregon State Parks. From December 1- De-cember 31, visitors and gift-givers can save $5 on the 12-month day-use parking permit. Parking fees are required at 26 Oregon state parks, and cost $5 per day, unless you have a 12 or 24-month pass. The 12-month pass is on sale for $25 - regularly $30 - in December. “This makes a great gift,” said Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) spokesman Chris Havel. “And with $5 off, it’s also a big bargain “ The permits are transferable from vehicle to vehicle, making them a versatile value in today’s economy. OPRD also offers a 24-month pass, priced at $50, that Havel said is “always a good deal.” The Oregon Coast Passport is also discounted $5 in December. The passport is a multi-agency product, valid at Oregon State Parks, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service sites along the Oregon Coast. The coastal passports are on sale for $30--regularly $35--in December. The 12- and 24-month OPRD permits, coastal passports and OPRD gift cer-tificates can be purchased by calling the Oregon State Parks Information Center, 1-800-551-6949. Callers may use debit or credit cards that have VISA or Master-Card logos. Walk-in customers can buy the OPRD permits at major OPRD offices, some state park friends’ group stores and selected local businesses throughout the state. A list of vendors is posted at http://www.oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=v.page&id=30 The coastal passports are sold at some coastal state parks, federal agency offices and local vendors in several coastal communities.

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Bill and Kathy Klagg announced the birth of their new baby girl, Cassandra. Mill City Library was holding a Holiday Tea, the business association in Detroit was planning a festival and the Gates Neighborhood Watch was considering a lighting contest. Meanwhile in Gates, Mr. Anderson was filing various lawsuits against the city,

and failing in his pursuits. Young wrestlers, brothers Cody and Spencer Crawford,Zach and Blaine Murell and Ross Farthing were recog-nized for their winnings at a recent tour-ney, and Liz Cutler and Kathy Carr were featured in a large photo on the back page posing with “Elvis” at their recent visit to Graceland.

A look back in time... local news for December 5, 2001

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By Michelle Gates On a frozen Wednes-day morning, Lyons resident Jessica Ritchie went outside to meet the farrier. They met in the front pas-ture and talked about two of her new hors-es, Danny and Cody. They’re an older pair of equines, seasoned and quiet, which is good because she got them for her kids It’s a pasture that farrier Veronica Gates is familiar with. She’s met with Ritchie in that very same place for over a decade. They used to only talk about the animals that Ritchie owned, but that changed about a year ago. That’s when Ritchie went looking for a pet donkey - and brought home Moses from Harmony New Beginnings Animal Rescue (HNBAR). Ritchie thought she would just find a long-eared friend, but what she found was an equine rescue group that was doing great things. Since then, she’s assisted with a handful of horses that were destined for some very hard fates. One of the rescued horses that she adopted is named Torrey, a sorrel draft mare who al-

most went to slaughter. Torrey came from the auction yard and was very skinny, but after a few months, her coat is shiny and soft and

she now serves the family as a great riding horse. She was one of the lucky ones. She was spotted at the livestock auction by HNBAR organizer Joy Laudhal, who purchased her and took her un-der the rescue’s umbrella. Sad-ly, her team mate could not be purchased and did not survive her circumstances. It’s a common occurrence for Joy Lindhaul to be at an auction, desperately try-ing to save as many ani-

mals as she can from the slaughter buy-ers. The rescue group’s Facebook page is often full of requests for more funds to save horses from certain death, as well as requests for gear like trailer tires and hay. “All of the money goes to the horses,” said Jessica Ritchie. “It’s a great group to foster for and they’re very reputable.” The groups’s tax returns verify that. In 2012, Harmony New Beginnings Animal Rescue operated on less than $28,000 with 10 board members, none of whom received any pay. Full sponsorship for a horse is $100.00 a month, which includes a horse bio sheet, photograph, and monthly visits where

you can talk to and love on your sponsored horse, while the horse remains in care. They also take donations of items that can be sold on eBay or Amazon such as books, movies, horse tack, collections, or items that can be used for their yearly silent auction such as gift packages. To volunteer, call Joy at 503-569-1969 or David at 503-569-1797. Visit their website at harmonynewbeginnings.org or www.face-book.com/HNBAR. “Please remember your donation is tax deductible, we are a public charity 501(c)(3) non-profit animal rescue. With your help, we are here touching lives and offering a safe place for animals to heal.”

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Needed: a Bartender / Cook at the North Santiam Eagles Lodge in Mill City. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 3:30 P.M. till Closing. Fridays cooking Dinners from 4 P.M. till 8:30. Wage is minimum to start out. Please call 503-897-3100 and ask for George or Don for more information.

Open Position: Special Ed Instructional Assistant, (7.5) Hour PositionQualifications: Knowledge of: 1.Behavior management techniques and ability to work one on one with special needs students.Ability To: 1. Work effectively with all types of students; especially working one-on-one with at risk, special needs or severely handicapped students;2. Establish harmonious relationships with students, parents and colleagues;3. Understand and follow oral and written instructions with speed and accuracy;4. Maintain confidentiality in all phases of work, i.e., records, meetings, etc:5. Supervise students during instruc-tion, remedial exercise, and/or enrichment activities, as guided by licensed instruc-tional staff;6. Provide supervision of students in non-instructional settings, such as the playground, public areas and before or after school;7. Assist in implementing policies and rules governing student conduct and behav-

ior; 8. Must meet No child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements. Paraprofessional Test prior to hiring or two year degree equivalent.9. First Aid/CPR preferred but not re-quired.Deadline to apply: December 12, 2013, Employment to begin: January 6, 2014Application Procedures: 1) District Appli-cation 2) Resume 3) Personal letter of intent whichAddresses specific qualificationsFingerprinting will be scheduled upon acceptance of position. Fees associated with the criminal check and fingerprinting process will be paid by the employee.Send to: Santiam Canyon School District, PO Box 197, Mill City, OR 97360 (503) 897-2321 Fax (503) 897-4004**In-District applicants need to submit a letter of application with qualifications to the District Office.**The Santiam Canyon School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Lost Dog: Female wolf malamute mix, white with silver on back about 75 pounds. Single black claw on front paw. Name is Talla. Last seen Hwy 46 milepost 12 on August 10th. REWARD! please call (541)351-1335 or (503) 510-5370.

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For Sale in Mill City Local breeder has Cockatiels, White Doves, Lovebirds and Parakeets ready for homes.Call Brian @ (503)897-6103 for more info.

1999 grey Ford Taurus wagon, 198k miles, runs good just needs a tune up. Seats 7, newer tires, tags good until 9/2014. Has minor body damage but a great commuter or student car. $950 obo. Lyons. Video available on Facebook or 503-510-4396.

For Sale New Price $40,000 single wide older manufactured home on a 50 x 100 foot lot in Mill City. 2 bedrooms with a built on addition. Ready to move in today. Info: Mike or Pam Wright 503-897-3206, 503-871-7141

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CLASSESHandgun Safety Class with local experts Bob and Shane Pedroli. Range classes are ongoing. Oregon and Utah/Arizona multi-state certifications available. Info 503-580-9397 www.oldwestprosconcealandcarry.com

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Coming Soon!Food for fines at Lyons Library Nov. 19 through Dec. 7. Patrons may waive $1.00 per can/box donated, with a maxi-mum of $10.00 per patron, on fines only. They must visit the Lyons Public Li-

brary to do so. Library hours:Tuesday - Thursday 1:00 - 6:30, Saturday 10:00 - 3:30. Closed Sunday, Monday & Friday. All foods received will go to Joseph’s Storehouse, which will be distributed to those in need in our community through the monthly food bank.

Gates Neighborhood Watch Christmas Events coming up on December 14th: 1pm is the coloring contest at the Gates Post Office. Bring in your coloring sheet and receive a bag of goodies!7-9pm Is judging for the Outdoor Lighting Contest for the Gates area. Prizes for the winners donated by local businesses!7-9 pm is also the judging for the Ginger-bread Village Contest.Make a Gingerbread buiilding for the village, bring it to the Post Office Early in December and see it displayed in the viewing area of the Gates Post Office.

Mill City Baptist Church presents “What’s the Big Deal About Herald?” an original play by local author Marty Magee based on a story in her Christmas book. Each angel has a specific job. Charley’s job is to get people out of the mud. He is jealous of Herald, who has the important job of announcing the arrival of the Baby King. A fun play--with a message about our King. And the children will sing! Play at 11 a.m. Sunday, December 22.

Christmas Holiday Bake Sale - Monday, December 23rd and Tuesday, December 24th. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the U. S. Bank lobby, Highway 22, Mill City.Sponsored by Canyon Gleaners. Variety of baked goods, pies, regular and no sugar. 503-859-4454 or 503-507-8846

Events this WeekSee page 3 for more details!

Thursday, December 5 The Mill City Historical Society will have its Christmas Program December 5th at 7 pm at the Gates Fire Department. Public is welcome, and refreshments will follow. Come and Enjoy!

Saturday, December 7Award Winning Oregon Pianist in Con-cert John Nilsen at Detroit Community Church on December 7th at noon.John Nilsen has appeared with such luminaries as Jose Feliciano, Jesse Colin Young,David Foster, Alex De Grassi, Kenny G and many others. Admission is free. Come join us

Sunday, December 810am Mill City Christian Church Hosts Special Event with Actor Steve Wilnet, Professional dramatist Steve Wilnet will be performing his one-man show titled AwayWith The Manger at Mill City Christian Church

5pm City of Mill City Annual Tree Lighting. It looks like Santa will be stopping by for a visit, and the Santiam Canyon Community Chorus will be sing-ing songs of the season. A new addition this year will be a canned food drive benefiting our local Mill City Food Bank. For every non perishable food item the bearer will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of many prizes do-nated by local artisans.

.Wednesday, December 1112 Noon: Canyon Senior Center Annu-al Holiday Potluck. Participants should bring a dish to share with others. There will be a drawing to win a turkey. If you have questions, please call the Canyon Senior Center at 503/897-4176.

12 Noon: The Lyons Garden Club An-nual Christmas Potluck Lunch at the Lyons Fire Department Conference room . Club officers will hostess the luncheon. Bring your favorite dish to share and some loved gift wrapped treasure for the White Elephant Gift Exchange. Officers for 2014 will be installed. Guests and new members are welcome to attend. If you want to bring an unwrapped toy or some canned food to donate to the Lyons Fire Department for local distribution it

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Ongoing Weekly Events

Mill City Library hours are 10-12 and 1:30-3:30 on Tuesday through Friday. Saturday 10-12. The library is closed on Sunday & Monday.

North Santiam Watershed Council meet-ings are held at the Stayton Community Center at 400 West Virginia Street, Stayton, OR on the second Thursday of every month except July and August. Meetings begin at 7:00pm and everyone is welcome. For more information call (503) 930-8202 or go to www.northsantiam.org

Santiam Hearts to Arts meets the first Sat-urday of the month at Mill City City Hall, from 9:30-10:30am. New board members and volunteers are always welcome!! Info: http://www.heartstoarts.org/

Mondays7pm Santiam Canyon Community Chorus rehearsals at the Mill City Chris-tian Church. For more information contact Joanne Hebing at 503-859-3426.

Tuesdays9am Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire Hall, Sorbin St. in Gates10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Bible Fellowship, Lyons 910-491812pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian. Meals on Wheels. Ruth:503-897-2204. $3.50 donation recommended.7:30pm Santiam Al-Anon, Mt. View Church, Aumsville. Newcom-ers welcome.

Wednesdays 6:30 pm Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire Hall, Sorbin St. in Gates7 pm AA meeting at Gates Community Church of Christ7:30pm AA Meeting Idanha City Hall.

Thursdays9am Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire Hall, Sorbin St. in Gates10am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Gates Church, all lev-els! 897-210212pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals. Fel-lowship Hall, MC Presbyte-rian Church.

Ruth:503 897-220412-4:30pm Food Dis-tribution Day at the Canyon Gleaners in Mill City.3:30-5pm Good News Club at Mill City Bap-tist Church. Kids K-4 grade. Bible stories, singing, games, snack. Free. 815 Santiam Blvd. 5:30-8pm Youth Movie Night Ages 10-18 Mill City Christian Church. Kids MUST be picked up by 8:15. Free. Not held on weeks with Friday school.6pm Bible Study at Living Water Church of God, Sorbin St. Gates.7 pm The Canyon Book Club meets at Trexler Farm Restaurant. Come early for dinner at 6pm or come for the discussion at 7pm. The club will meet monthly every 2nd Thursday evening.Sep- Fool by Christopher MooreOct- Life of Pi by Yann MartelNov- Killer Angels by Michael ShaaraContact person: Herb Bastuscheck 503-859-26687-9pm Bingo with the Idanha Detroit Fire Dept, every other Thursday at the Detroit City Hall meeting room.

Fridays6:30pm Youth Group at Mill City Baptist Church 7th grade to 24 years. 815 NW Santiam Blvd. Sunday.1pm Canyon Senior Center Pinochle 844 South First St. Mill City 503 897-4176

Sundays4-6 pm Youth Group at MehamaCommu-

nity Church 11336 Morris St. Grades 6-12; games, music and bible studies. Info:503-859-2849 or facebook6:30 pm Youth Group Mill City Baptist Church. ages 6-12. 815 NW Santiam Blvd.

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The Mill City Volunteer Fire Department wants to remind you that December 15th will be the last day to burn for this year. Remember to call the burn information line daily at 1-877- 982-0011 between now and then if you plan to burn and, please do not burn illegal ma-terials and make sure that you have your burn pile under control at all times. In the past we have responded to fires that were caused by a burn pile or barrel that was either placed to close to a structure or built under trees with low hanging branches that can catch on fire.

DEQ regulates all backyard burning and it is hard to say how many more burn days there will be before the 15th. Be considerate of your neighbors when burning so that you don’t smoke out the neighbor-hood. If your pile just sits there and smokes then it is not dry enough to burn and should be covered and left to burn next spring. If you do not get it all burned by the 15th, cover your pile for the winter and burn season will resume again next March. Please do not burn out of season, this will only get you a citation from DEQ.

A message from Mill City FD: Burn season to end soon

11/24/13 0:24DISTB-DOMES-TIC male vs female male is breaking things in the house, physical withthe female.11/24/13 6:10 10TH ST Lyons33 yo male, was found cold to the touchhx of renal failure and dialysis.11/24/13 13:03 DOG COM-PLAINT COLE SCHOOL RD Linn County Metcom received call of 2 puppies that appear to have been dumped on the side of the road on Stayton Sciobetween Cole Scool and Kings-ton Jordan in the curves.11/25/13 9:26 6TH AV Mill CityCaller would like to advise that

her car was stolen lastnight, they wrecked it, and brought it back. She wouldlike a deputy to respond.11/25/13 11:24 THEFT-RPT BIRCH ST Lyons Reporting her horse was stolen. They know who took the horse, and he said he would bring it back, but it hasnot been brought back so far11/26/13 8:31 FRAUDSANTIAM GAS MILL CITYCustomer paid with fraudulent card11/26/13 12:08 2ND AV Mill City 10 yo caller being followed by 2 large dogs, and is fright-ened. Caller states that one of the

dogs almost bit her hand.11/26/13 16:57 CRIM MIS-CHIEFSANTIAM POINTE LOOP Mill City Reporting she has a 05 Chrysler sebring con-vertable that she has just discov-ered has a cut through thetop. She says it was fine last night. She says they went11/26/13 17:20 GROVE ST Mill City male v female heading towards 2nd. Female on the curb. male kicking her. other personstopped it. male now chasing female.11/27/13 3:01 VEH-STOLEN ALDER ST Mill City caller reporting her veh was taken sometime after 2330 veh taken from the driveway - caller says her key was taken from inside the house11/27/13 7:08 Trf Citz Compl6TH ST Lyons caller states that everday he goes to work the vehicle passes him in no passing zones and speeds.caller states that this is an ongoing problem.11/27/13 21:08 THEFT-RPTLYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County caller loaned a jacket to a friend about 1 1/2 months agoThe friend will not give it back caller spoke with 739 about this and was going to attempt to 11/28/13 0:02 CHILD ABUSE REPORT COLE SCHOOL RD Linn County Caller reporting abuse to her children 11yo and 6yo by their father.11/28/13 10:04 ASST-PERSONMILL CITY MARKETPLACE Caller reports her babydaddy is at the market to pick up there child and does not have the carseat installed properly. Caller is requesting a deputy respond to location

11/28/13 10:30 UNAUTHOR-IZED ENTRY TO MOTOR VE-HICLE ELM ST Lyons Compl had vehicle broke into.Going to McMinville and will call back when ready for11/28/13 11:18 UNAUTHOR-IZED ENTRY TO MOTOR VEHICLE CEDAR ST Lyons Caller’s vehicle was broken into sometime overnight.Wedding ring and several other items were stolen out of hisvehicle.11/28/13 14:41 DISTB-DO-MESTIC ALDER ST Mill City Caller’s son’s father took some glass and started cutting himself. Was cutting himself on his arm. Then punched caller’s boyfriend in the stomach11/28/13 17:01: BURGLARY REPORT GROVE ST Mill City The unit across from 236 Grove, Caller was unsure of the address. The front door is open, unknown who owns the home.11/29/13 10:00 FRAUDMILL CITY MARKETPLACE Caller says the subject paid for items with a check to an account that was closed, not just non suf-ficient funds11/29/13 13:22 UNAUTHOR-IZED ENTRY TO MOTOR VE-HICLE 14TH ST Lyons Caller reporting theft of items from vehDept/Incident#: 07-13017288 Call Number: 13333020011/29/13 14:08 HARASSMENT RPT MAIN ST Lyons Caller would like to report that her estranged daughter wasgoing through the mail at the callers residence out of themailbox. She also went around to all the windows banging

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Services Directory to get your business seen in the directory call Karen at (503)990-3037

Autobody & PaintCanyon Auto Rebody 21916 Ferry Rd. SE, Mehama www.can-yonautorebody.com (503) 859-3247Auto RepairClassic Auto and Tire Center 48347 Lyons-Mill City Drive, Mill City(503)897-2256Mike’s Auto Repair and Deiselsmall engines& motorcycles at 27860 N. Hwy 22, Mill City 503 897-6061Antiques/ResaleOdds and Ends Antiques and Collect-ables 11227 Grove St., S.E.Mehama503-859-2688Lyons Timbertown Resale Home acces-sories, gifts, more. 1313 Main St. Lyons. 503-859-4054; 503-507-1326. Facebook. Business DevelopmentGROW EDC: Free & confidential busi-ness & non-profit [email protected] 503-871-5188Coffee StandsCanyon Espresso at the corner of Hwy 22 and Gates Hill Rd., (503) 897-6031Computer ServicesWidmerWeb Design (503) 569-1229 www.widmerweb.comConstructionHueller Construction Inc. CCB #114169 www.huellerconstruction.com 503-859-3575.Firearm InstructionOld West Enforcement Professionals NRA#1787-91947 BCI# 1102466 503-580-9397 www.oldwestprosconcealand-carry.comHealth and WellnessChiropractic Physicians Clinic and Wellness Center 11247 Grove St., Me-hama (503)859-2181Santiam Healing Arts Reconnective, energetic healing for all. Special Canyon pricing. Colleen Samuel (503) 897-3357Mill City Dental (503)897-2353Mill City Pharmacy 218 S.W. Broad-way, Mill City (503) 897-2331Santiam Medical Clinic 280 S. 1st Ave. Mill City (503) 897-4100Heating and CoolingLyons Heating & Cooling Inc. CCB#96400 (503)859-2325www.lyonsheating.netGroceriesMountain High Grocery and Gifts 220 D St. Detroit, (503)854-3696Detroit Market and Supplies 100 De-troit Ave. N. (503) 854-3767 FacebookMill City Market 829 1st Ave. Mill City 503-897-2006www.smhselectmarket.comLandscaping

Siegmund Landscape, Excavation and Supply (503)769-6291Locksmith Gabriel Smith licensed locksmith: lock repair, keys, parts. OCLS #5373 [email protected] (541)519-2410LodgingCurt’s Place Rental Suite in Gates. www.curtsplace.net (503)897-6126Adventure Vacation Homes 528N.E. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503) 897-6500 www.adventurevacationhomes.com Elkhorn Valley Inn B&B 33016 North Fork Road S.E, Lyons (503) 897-3033 www.elkhornvalleyinn.com facebookLodge at Detroit Lake 175 Detroit Ave, Detroit (503) 854-3344 www.lodgeatdetroitlake.comAll Seasons Motel 130 Breitenbush Road, Detroit (503) 854-3421 www.allseasonsmotel.net MarinasDetroit Lake Marina 115 Breitenbush Road, Detroit www.detroitlakemarina.com 503 854-3423.Kane’s Marina 530 Clester Rd., Detroit (503) 854-3362Mole and Gopher RemovalLandCare learn more at www.land-care.com 503-897-5200Outdoor ExcursionsInto the Wild Equine Adventures mountain forest horseback rides (503)586-8072 www.itwtrailrides.comKayak the Santiam (503)569-1229 www.kayakthesantiam.com www.enrgkayaking.comNorth Santiam River Trips with Bill Sanderson (503) 897-3301 www.nsrtrips.comThe Oregon Experience fishing, rafting drift-boating. (503) 897-3291. www.oregon-experience.comPaintingLeading Edge Painting -Ben Szympruch interior,exterior painting, staining, wood-working (503)539-3744 [email protected] and Animal CareArk Animal Care Veterinary Services (503) 897-6004 [email protected] Santiam Healing Arts Reconnective Healing for your horses and pets.. Col-leen Samuel. (503) 897-3357PsychotherapyGregory J. Johanson, M .Div, Ph.D., NCC Director, Grace Counselling Center. (503)897-4830 [email protected] EstateGreen Mountain Real Estate Sandy

Lyness, Broker 280 NE Santiam Blvd, Mill City www.GreenMtRealEstate.com (503)551-2645

Restaurants & DiningMill City/Gates

Rosie’s Mt Coffee House 647 N.E. San-tiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)897-2378 www.rosiesscones.com FacebookGiovanni’s Mt.Pizza 146 N.W. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)897-2614 Mountain Edge Cafe 320 N.W. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)897-2741Sierra Restaurant and Market 302 N. Santiam Hwy (Hwy 22) in Gates (503) 897-2210

Lyons/MehamaTrexler Farms 20146 Ferry Rd. SE, Mehama (503)859-4488 www.trexlerfarm.com Facebook

Detroit/IdanhaKorner Post Resturant 100 Detroit Avenue Detroit (503) 854-3735The Cedars Restaurant and Lounge 200 N. Detroit Ave, Detroit (503)854-3636K.C.’s Espresso, Sandwiches and Stuff 210 Forest Ave., Detroit (503)854-3145 Idanha Grill and Store 183 Hwy 22, Idanha (503)854-3354 www.idanhagrill.com facebookMarion Forks Restaurant and Lounge 34970 Hwy 22, Idanha (503)854-3669 RV RepairSantiam RV Service (503)394-2348Signs & GraphicsWhite Water Signs and Graphics (503)804-3613 www.whitewatersigns.com.SuppliesMehama True Value 11267 Grove St. Mehama (503) 859-2257 ww3.truevalue.com/mehamatruevalue/Taverns/BarsRed Barn Bar and Grill 916 Main St., Lyons (503)859-2826 facebookTrio Tavern and Food 815 SW Linn Blvd. Mill City(503) 897-3380 facebookTowingSTR Santiam Towing and Recovery 1-877-859-5757 www.strtowing.comWood Products-retailCamp firewood at Hardwood Compo-nents, 20573 Hwy 22 in Mehama (503)859-2144WeddingsWeddings Your Way All seasons, indoors or out, all denomina-tions. Colleen Samuel (503) 897-3357.

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Please consider donating can foods for the Cub Scouts Food Drive this Holiday season! On Saturday at 10am, the Cub Scouts will be going door to door from Lyons to Mill City collecting can foods. If you wish to donate please leave a

message with your address at (503) 990-9642. If you will not be home Saturday, that is ok. Just leave non-perishable foods in a bag on your porch and scouts wil pick up. All donations go directly to Mill City Food Bank. Please help our Cub Scouts learn to be

outstanding citizens and feed a local family for the holidays too!

Pennick Farm Christmas TreesNoble firs $3/foot U-Cut

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Editors note: Trinity Saunders is an 8th grade student at Mari-Linn School in Lyons. She has contributed several articles to The Canyon Weekly, including acting as our 6th grade reporter in 2011. Kik is a phone messaging application founded in 2009. It’s like texting, but easier and faster and without hav-ing to have people’s phone numbers. It was made as an easier way to communicate with friends, and is avail-able free on all smart phones and some tablets. It is the simplest, fastest and most real chat experi-ence you can get on a smart phone. Kik isn’t just for messages though. The Kik team has recently added fea-tures allowing you to send pictures, videos, sketches and more. I have had lots of fun sending memes, smileys, and pictures to all of my friends. Some more pros to this awesome app are: its quick and easy setup, (it tells you how to do everything) and sup-ports group chats, giving you freedom to have a conver-sation with all your friends in one chat room. It indicates when a buddy has viewed the message, runs in the back-ground, notifies you when you have a message, even shows you if you have any contacts with a kik account. The default color is green but can be changed via set-tings. This app takes up your whole screen but you can still access your notifications bar. Also, when creating your account it gives you the option to choose your own user name and profile picture. With a four and a half star out of five star rating and 90 million active users why not try it?

Kik: taking texting to a new level

Technology Review by Trinity Saunders

Cub Scouts collecting food this Saturday