Community events in Modoc County for the week of June 8th, 2006 through June 15th, 2006
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June 8th
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June 10thSunday,
June 11th
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June 12thTuesday,
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June 14thThursday,
June 15th
Modoc Middle School graduates
Modoc Middle School will hold graduation ceremonies at 7 p.m. tonight, June
8 at Griswold Gym, Modoc High.
TOPS encourages weight loss
TOPS #CA1954 hosts meetings each Thursday at the Modoc Senior Center, 906
West Fourth ST., Alturas from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins from 8:30
to 9:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. TOPS stands for Taking Off Pounds Sensibly
and has proven successful results for many local residents. For further information
please call 233-4069.
Square dancers plan outing
Join square dancing classes tonight, June 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans'
Hall, So. Main St., Alturas. Caller/instructor John Burke will review calls
that are requested to be reviewed and dance for fun.
Saturday night, June 10, Tall Town Travelers in Lakeview will sponsor a mainstream
level dance. A group from Modoc, may carpool at 4 p.m. to have dinner in Lakeview,
before the dance begins at 7 p.m. at the Veterans' Hall across from the
movie theater. For a ride or to caravan call John Burke at 233-2342 or call
233-5137 on Saturday.
Youth groups available
Christian Life Assembly offers youth groups which meet every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 225 West B Street, Alturas. Call Michelle at 233-2804 for more information or questions about the different age groups available.
Playgroup meets at Cedarville Park
Surprise Valley Playgroup will gather every Friday at the Cedarville Park
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pack a picnic lunch, bring the kids and join the group.
For more information contact Cindy Linker, 233-6090.
DAV meets Friday morning
The D.A.V., Modoc Chapter 113 meeting for June 10, has been changed to Friday,
June 9 at 11 a.m. at Veterans' Hall.
"No Quorum, no officers, no chapter," reminds Arlie Brown, who asks all members to attend.
Speaker informs Toastmasters
Mark Steffek of Alturas will present a five to seven minute demonstration
speech on "successful airplane landing techniques," as part of the
Speaking to Inform manual at the Toastmasters International meeting on Friday,
June 9 at 7:45 a.m. at the Mental Health Department (old forest service building
on Main Street, Alturas).
Guests are welcome to attend and see a painless way to speak in public. Call
233-4355 for further information.
Graduation ceremonies set
Modoc High School will hold commencement exercises on Friday, June 9 at 8
p.m. outdoors on Carver Field at the Modoc High School. Sarah Currer will
speak as Valedictorian, with Grant Hall as Salutatorian. Project Graduation
parent committee will host the graduation party in the MHS Griswold Gym from
10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Surprise Valley High School commencement will be held Friday, June 9 at 8 p.m. Valedictorian: Wayne Cockrell. Salutatorian: Sarah Teuscher.
Adopt-a-Pet and more Saturday
High Plateau Humane Society will sponsor one of its popular Adopt-A-Pet days
this Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot next to
Faye's Jewelry Store, which is having a close-out sale. Here is a chance
to provide a home for a kitten, cat, or rescued dog, which has been left homeless
through no fault of its own.
Gun Club hosts shoot
The Alturas Rifle and Pistol Club will hold their monthly 22- silhouette
shoot at the club range on Centerville Road on Saturday, June 10. The shoot
will begin at 9 a.m. For more information call Jerry at 233-4359.
Veterans host Bingo
Games will resume Saturday, June 10 for anyone 18 and older to join Saturday
night Bingo games hosted by the veterans' organizations. Games will
begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Veterans' Memorial Hall, So. Main St., Alturas.
AmVets meeting rescheduled
AmVets Post 2003 which had planned to meet Saturday, June 10, has been rescheduled to Saturday, July 8 at 10 a.m. at Veterans' Hall, Alturas.
Cattlemen host Field Day
Modoc County Cattlemen's Association Spring Field Day will
begin at 9 a.m. Sunday, June 11 from the Modoc Fairgrounds in Cedarville.
A historic ranch tour and, honoring of two local cattlemen for statewide honors
and lunch will be included.
Video airs Friday surrounding Code
The video "Discussing The DaVinci Code," by Lee Strobel
and Gary Poole, will be shown at Alturas Baptist Church, 500 West Fourth St.,
Alturas, this Sunday, June 11 at 6 p.m. Public cordially invited.
Paintball games
The Modoc Mudslingers and friends will be gathering at the County
Road 261 site, SW of Alturas at 3 p.m. until about 7 p.m. on Sunday, June
11 for paintball games. Get on the net and go to modocmudslingers.com for
directions and view additional information.
Paintballs, Co2 and high pressure air, plus other supplies, are available at the site for a nominal fee. All newcomers are welcome. If you would like to give it a try and don't have the needed equipment give us a call to borrow some. Play is at your own risk. Any questions, please call Sal at 233-5377 or Brad at 233-3770.
USDA Commodities available
USDA Commodities will be distributed at the Modoc Senior Citizens
Center, 906 West Fourth St., Alturas on Monday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. until
11 a.m. or until supplies run out. Proof of income is required for the government
surplus food items.
Summer Reading Program opens
Children or teens are encouraged to read and enjoy the adventures
found in reading, during the Modoc County Library's fun summer program.
Sign ups for the "Summer Reader Gang" at the Alturas library begin
on Monday, June 12th. Branch libraries will also be offering programs with
varying schedules.
'Fun in the Sun' starts for kids
An activity based recreation program for first through fifth
graders will start at 2:30 p.m. each day after summer school is dismissed.
The program will begin Monday, June 12 and end July 7. There is no charge
for the activities. Staff will be with the children until 5:30 p.m. each weekday.
Sponsored by Alturas After School Program and Modoc Parks and Recreation District,
activities will be supervised by Heather Tufts and her After-School staff
and volunteers. Call 233-7115 for details or with questions.
Horse Show starts Jr. Livestock event
Modoc County Junior Livestock Show - Monday, June 12,
Horse Show, 7 a.m. Check In;
8 a.m. show starts at the John Cummings Memorial Livestock Grounds, Alturas.
Country Jam on Mondays
Bring your voice, instrument or come to listen at the Monday Night Country Jam each Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Veterans' Memorial Hall, South Main St., Alturas. Admission is free. Donations go to the Flag Fund and refreshments.
Modoc County Junior Livestock Show - Tuesday, June 13,
Poultry & Rabbit Show
8 a.m.,Weigh In
9 a.m. Weigh In at John Cummings Memorial Livestock Grounds, Alturas
Auxiliaries host Bingo
Come join the Ladies Auxiliary every Tuesday night at Veterans' Memorial Hall in Alturas for Bingo. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. Anyone 18 and older is welcome.
Buddy Poppies for Flag Day
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will be offering the red Buddy Poppies
on June 14, Flag Day, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Alturas Post Office, 4Corners
and Holiday Markets in Alturas.
The VFW was the first veterans' organization to adopt the poppy and
develop a national distribution campaign in February 1924, and has raised
millions of dollars over a 75-year period in support of veterans' welfare
and the well being of their dependents. The poppies are assembled by disabled,
needy and aging veterans in VA Hospitals and domiciliaries across the country
and are distributed by VFW Posts and their Ladies Auxiliaries.
Beef, goat, lamb have day
Modoc County Junior Livestock Show - Wednesday, June 14: 4-6 p.m. Beef, Goat
& Lamb Weigh In;
6 p.m. Swine Weigh In at John Cummings Memorial Livestock Grounds, Alturas.
Christian Women host program
Christian Women's Club invites all interested to their monthly luncheon program, this month on Wednesday, June 14 featuring guest speaker Patty Griffin of Gaston, OR. Make a reservation for lunch by calling Karen at 233-2037 or Dawn at 233-3028 by noon June 13. Lunch and program will run from 11:30 to 1 p.m. and is $10.25 per person at the Brass Rail Restaurant, Alturas.
Be a part of Humane Society
High Plateau Humane Society will hold an orientation meeting for volunteers
at noon on Thursday, June 15 at the Corner Deli in Alturas. Even if you do
not want to foster cats and dogs, HPHS has other positions where volunteers
can be most helpful.
For questions, call HPHS's message machine at (530) 233-9277 and leave
your name and phone number so you can be part of the effort to save the lives
of dogs and cats.
Crazy Quilters plan outing
Crazy Quilters will meet at the Stone Coal Valley home of Denise Ginochio
for their June 15 gathering at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in the art of quilting
is welcome to attend. For further information please call 233-5272.
Full day at Junior Livestock Show
Modoc County Junior Livestock Show - Thursday, June 15
8 a.m. Market Swine
11 a.m. Market Beef & Lambs
Market Goats
2 p.m. Pee Wee Showmanship
3 p.m. Breeding Swine
3:30 p.m. Breeding Beef & Sheep
Breeding Goats
4 p.m. Judging Contest
Ready for Jr. Livestock Show
Modoc County Junior Livestock Show will take place on Friday,
June 16 at the John Cummings Memorial Livestock Grounds in Alturas. The Alturas,
Big Valley and Surprise Valley FFA Chapters will be serving tri-tip, beans,
rolls and salad on Friday, June 16 at 4 p.m. on the grounds. Tickets will
be available for purchase at the barbecue.
8 a.m. Swine Showmanship; 9 a.m. Beef & Sheep Showmanship,
Goat Showmanship; 12 p.m. Round Robin Showmanship; 4 p.m. Barbecue; 5:15 p.m.
Awards Ceremony 6:30 p.m. Livestock Sale: Poultry, Rabbits, Goats, Hogs, Beef,
Lambs.
Junior Fishing Derby near Adin
The 11th Annual Junior Fishing Derby will be held June 17, one
mile west of Adin at Bassett Road. The Pit River Rod and Gun Club and Ash
Creek Wildlife Area will sponsor the event and prizes. Applications are available
at Ash Creek Wildlife area, Big Valley Market and Adin Supply. Kids up to
age 15 are welcome to enter. Registration will be held from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.
June 17. Derby begins at 8 a.m. and lasts until 12 noon. Please call 530-294-5824
for further information.
Reunion for Modoc High classes '71-'76
Come celebrate on Saturday, June 17 and 18 at the Likely Links
and RV Place starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday for the Reunion of Modoc High
Classes from 1971 through 1976 combined. It will be a 50th birthday party
for Modoc High grads and a reunion offering cake and wine, a barbecue, dancing
in Likely Saturday night and lots of visiting. The event opens Saturday morning
with a golf tournament from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by plenty of opportunity
to visit and enjoy the day and continues on Sunday.
Steam and Iron Show
Shepherd's Seventh Annual Old Iron Show with old equipment,
some powered by steam, will be held in Lookout on Saturday, June 17. A parade
and displays of old tractors and equipment is planned. A working sawmill and
water wheel will also be featured. Bring your old tractors, equipment and
parts for the show. Follow the signs from Lookout. For more information call
530-294-5141.
Father's Day fun
Goose Lake Community Association will host a Father's Day
Celebration offering fun for dads and families on Sunday, June 18 in New Pine
Creek. A lunch of smoked brisket, ranch beans and coleslaw, dessert and beverage
for $13 per person or $6.50 for youths age 12 and under. Lunch served from
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the outdoor/barbecue area next to New Pine Creek Store.
Prize drawing for a 2219 Ruger rifle and gun cabinet at 3:30
p.m. Winner need not be present to win. Purchase advance ticket at New Pine
Creek Store or call Anita at 946-4148. The Association is hosting this fund-raiser
to help build a community center in New Pine Creek, at the corner of State
Line Road and Highway 395.
First Day of Summer being June 21, Wednesday.
Farmer's Market opens
A Farmers' Market will open at 3 p.m. to the public and
growers on Friday, June 23 on the Surprise Valley Hospital lawn. Bring freshly-
picked vegetables, fruits and food items to sell. The Market will continue
each Friday until the growing season is over. If more information is needed,
please call Carol at 279-6111.
Teen Health Fair
The Lake County Crisis Center and Lake Health District will
co-sponsor at Teen Health Faire free on Saturday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. at the Memorial Hall, Lakeview, OR.
All teens are invited to this special event held in conjunction
with Dr. Daly Days. Free samples, free goodies and free hygiene gift bags,
along with education about health: physical, emotional and spiritual.
June Jamboree offers fun
The second annual June Jamboree, a Friends of the Modoc County
Library fundraiser for the Library Improvement Fund, on Saturday, June 24,
will be held at Stephen and Cheryl Baker's 10-acre Railway Garden near
Alturas, includes train rides on the Argo Gold Mine Train, lively musical
entertainment, barbecue, book sale, self-guided garden tours, gold panning
demonstrations and more. Tickets are $12 per person and must be purchased
in advance at the Alturas Library, 212 West Third St., Alturas. For more information
call the Library at 233-6340 or Carol Sharp at 233-4355.
Walkabout offered
Enjoy a relaxing Walkabout, a self-guided tour of Lakeview's
historic homes, buildings and wildflower trail on Saturday, June 24 from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m.. Pick up Walkabout maps at Lake County Chamber of Commerce,
126 North E. St., Lakeview, OR. The event is co-sponsored by Lake County Crisis
Center and Lake Health District for the third annual Dr. Daly Days.
Sign up for Softball Tourney
Hoss Salters Memorial Men's Fast Pitch Softball Tournament
during Big Valley Days on June 24 and 25 in Adin. To participate call Bryan
Gerig, 530-294-5626; or Jim Carpenter, 530-294-5621.
SuperBull comes to Cedarville
Saturday, June 24, Modoc Super Bull Rodeo will return to Modoc District Fairgrounds for an exciting evening starting at 6 p.m. with mutton busting, ranch bronc riding and a dance after the event. For information please call 530-279-6383.
Fort Bidwell
Upper Lake Group A. A.
Thursday, 6PM
Fort Bidwell Community Hall
Main Street, Ft. Bidwell
Alturas meetings:
Brown Baggers
110 West Carlos Street, Daily, 12 Noon, open; Tuesday, 10 a.m., non-smoking
H.O.W. Group
110 West Carlos Street, Daily, 8:00 p.m., open, non-smoking
Hilltoppers Group
441 North Main St. Mon.,Wed., Fri., Sun., 8:00 p.m., open, non-smoking
Traditions Group
Faith Baptist Church, 700 West Carlos Street, (Corner of Carlos and West), Tues., 7:00 p.m., open, non-smoking
Men's Breakfast Group Meeting
110 West Carlos St., 9 a.m. Saturday
Women's Serenity Group
St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 300 West North Street, Thurs., 7:00 p.m., non-smoking
Open Big Book Study
110 West Carlos, Monday, 5:30 p.m., non-smoking
Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.)
440 N. Main Street, Alturas, Friday, 6:30 p.m., non smoking
Al-Anon Group
130 West Carlos Street, Alturas, Tues. 5:30 p.m., Non-smoking
Cedarville Support Groups
Valley Serenity Group
405 Bonner Street, Cedarville, Sunday, 6:00 p.m., open, non-smoking
Bieber Support Groups
All support groups meet at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, First and Cedar Streets, Bieber
Alcoholics Anonymous Keynotes Group: Tuesday and Friday, 7 p.m. Bieber
Narcotics Anonymous
Sundays at 1 p.m., Bieber