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Announcements are published free for non-profit groups as space permits. Send announcements to Gatherings: c/o Modoc County Record, P.O. Box 531, Alturas, CA 96101 or stop by the Record office at 201 West Carlos St., Alturas; phone (530) 233-2632 or e-mail to record1@modocrecord.com. Announcement deadline is 11 a.m. each Wednesday to make the following day’s Record.

Thursday, May 16th

Helping our Seniors
Public health will be giving away senior health disaster kits starting at 8 a.m. Thursday, at the Admissions Office of Modoc Medical Center, as part of Hospital Week events. MMC is offering discounted health screenings, as well.

Rabies Clinic in Adin
In order to make it affordable to all pet owners in Modoc County, low cost vaccination clinics will be held at the Big Valley Veterinary Clinic in Adin on Thursday, May 16 from 12 - 1 p.m. Because there may be a large number of dogs and cats at the clinic, be prepared to keep animals under control at all times. This may be accomplished by a leash or hand-carried cage. Cash only – discounted price, $7.

MORT moves Expo meeting to BLM
The Modoc Outdoor Recreation & Tourism Group will meet Thursday, May 16 at 3:00 p.m. in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) office, 708 West 12th St., Alturas.
This will be a 2013 Sportsman's and Outdoor Expo planning meeting. Public welcome!

Book Discussion night

Modoc County Library's Third Thursday Book Discussion Group meets May 16 at the Alturas library from 5:15-6:45 p.m. The group will have a retrospective discussion reviewing the variety of selections from the past eight years. You are invited to join this lively group at the Modoc County Library, 212 W. 3rd St., Alturas.  Newcomers always welcome. Please call Cheryl Baker, County Librarian, at 233-6340 for more information.

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The Modoc County Record is available and mailed to subscribers every Thursday morning. Sign up for online access at www.modocrecord.com or email subs@modocrecord.com for print, online subscriptions or both. Call 530-233-2632, or stop by the Record office at 201 West Carlos St., Alturas Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. or Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

See what’s new at the Museum
The Modoc County Museum is open with new exhibits, new lighting and freshly painted. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, however this is subject to volunteer time.

Improving oral skills
The Toastmasters program includes manuals for giving speeches that one by one improve speaking and presentation skills. Join us this week for listening to an Icebreaker speech, the first speech by a new member. Guests welcome. Toastmasters meet on Thursday from Noon to 1 p.m. in the Quizno’s conference room, Main St., Alturas.  

How to shed pounds
Take the weight off and keep it off with help from TOPS #CA 1954. Join the group every Thursday. Weigh-ins from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.; Meeting from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. TOPS stands for Taking Off Pounds Sensibly and has proven successful for many local residents. For further information call 233-4069.

 

Friday, May 17th

Bring the kids to Bike Rodeo
Bring the kids, bikes and helmets Friday during Injury Prevention Day and for the Kids’ Bike Rodeo. It’s a good day for safety, fun and learning and all kids are invited to the Kids’ Bike Rodeo on Friday, May 17 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. on the Alturas Elementary School Playground. Please see display ad in this issue for details.

Jammin’ in Cedarville
The monthly Cedarville Jam group will be playing this Friday, May 17, at 7:00 p.m. Come to the Surprise Valley Community Church at 405 Bonner Street for an evening of great guitar pickin' and community singin' !  Refreshments are always served during intermission, so it's a deal you can't beat!  For information, call Clarence Wager at 233-5185 or Ben Zandstra at 279-6225.

Brush Arbor returns
The annual Brush Arbor Camp meeting will take place May 17 through 19 with three services and meals daily. Local and visiting ministers will participate. Come share your testimonies and song. All are welcome. The event will be located eight miles north on Highway 295. For more information call 233-5930.

Why God, Why?
You won't want to miss this series of four, thought provoking presentations
on the difficult subjects of human suffering, unanswered prayer, the
problem of evil and more. Come hear author and speaker Herb Montgomery
at 7 p.m. Friday, May 17, and continuing on Saturday, May 18 at 11:15 a.m. at the Alturas Seventh-day Adventist Church, 300 W. 2nd Street at Rine.

Deadline for Miss Modoc
Applications are due May 17 at 2:30 p.m. for Miss Modoc County Fair Queen/Court Scholarship Pageant. Two young women will be chosen to represent their county and Fair. Find applications online at modocfair.com, at local high schools and at the Fair office, Cedarville. The contest is open to young women 15 to 19-years old.

Shop for home items and cats
The Second Chance Thrift Store operated by the High Plateau Humane Society has been kindly donated all types of kitchen ware. If you are needing a new pot or utensils, check out the two different kitchen sections at the thrift store. The utensils are in good shape and the prices are right! Two sturdy outdoor patio chairs are waiting to be purchased. The store also features some adorable black cats, both long hair and short hair, who are so friendly you will want to adopt one and take it home.
The store is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday at the corner of First and Court Streets, Alturas. See what pets are available for adoption.

Veterans offer Bingo
Alturas Veterans Groups will host Bingo games on Friday, May 17, 24 and 31 at 6:30 p.m. Games are for those age 18 and older. Join them at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall, So. Main St., Alturas. Your attendance is greatly appreciated.

 

Saturday, May 18th

Children’s Fair opens
Modoc County’s Children Fair opens with free admission, activities, entertainment, learning and food at low to no cost for everyone on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the campus of the Modoc High School, Alturas. Plan to wander through the campus to see all the offerings. The Children’s Fair provides an alcohol, tobacco and drug free day for all families.

Plant sale at SV Hospital
The annual plant sale continues on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to ? on the Surprise Valley Hospital lawn. Come buy or sell. House plant, bedding plants, hanging pots and more. Call Carol at 530-279-6111 with questions.

Find out how to help
High Plateau Humane Society will have a booth at the Children's Fair which features dogs and cats who are needing forever homes and information about how to care for your companion pet. The dogs can be seen at the booth on a rotating basis and HPHS will take applications to adopt for those serious about committing time and effort into the care of a dog or cat. HPHS will check your references and reply to your application
Also, as summer approaches, HPHS is looking for a few good volunteers to help staff its thrift store, which benefits the care of rescued dogs and cats and foster folks to care for a homeless dog or cat, until a forever home can be found. Applications to be a volunteer will be taken at the humane society's booth. Also, HPHS has material for a sewing project, but just needs a few seamstresses to stitch up dog beds. Come to see how you can be involved.
The Second Hand Thrift Store also will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the corner of First and Court Streets, Alturas.

Trail Walk/Ride
Adventure Lassen: Paiute Meadows Trail Walk and Ride, a 4.7 mile run and one mile run or walk will be held Saturday, May 18 on the upper trails at Susanville Ranch Park. Something for everyone and all ages. For more information go to www.llttweb.org or call 530-257-3252. This event is presented by Lassen Land and Trails Trust.

 

Sunday, May 19th

Join Fireworks Walk-a-thon
Throw on some walking shoes and show up to support the benefit walk-a-thon on Sunday, May 19 to help support the July 6 California Pines Fourth of July Fireworks Show. The 5K or 3.5 mile walk-a-thon is open to everyone. The first 100 to sign up will receive goodie bags. Registration minimum donation is $5 per participant. Ask about group discounts. Sign ups will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon in front of Cal Pines Lodge.
Manzanita Mountain Mamas, a group of Cal Pines residents who reside on Manzanita Mountain, are organizing this fireworks fundraiser. This is not a race.

Trap, skeet shoots
Trap and Skeet shooters meet every Sunday at 9 a.m. at the Alturas Rifle and Pistol Club Range on Centerville Rd., Alturas. Any person interested in shooting, trap or skeet, is invited to participate. New shooters always welcome. For information contact Roy Ferry 530-640-3110.

 

Monday, May 20th

Modoc Record office is open 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays at 201 West Carlos Street, Alturas. Call 530-233-2632. Modoc Record business office will be closed on Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day.

Country Jams
Join the Alturas Country Jam each Monday at Veterans’ Memorial Hall, So. Main St., Alturas at 6:30 p.m. Bring your voice, instrument or come to listen. Admission is free. Donations go to the Flag Fund and refreshments.

 

Tuesday, May 21st

Alturas Blood Drive saves lives
Shasta Blood Center will visit Alturas to conduct a community Blood Drive on May 21 at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall, So. Main St., Alturas. Hours for walk-in donors are 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Giants t-shirts for all donors. Many donors are opting to make reservations online  at www.bloodheroes.com. Click “donate blood” and enter sponsor code: alturas or call 221-0600. This drive is sponsored and facilitated by VFW Auxiliary 3327.

Art Center takes vote
The Art Center is holding a special Membership Meeting Tuesday, May 21 at 3:00 p.m. at the Art Center, 317 So. Main St. Alturas.
The agenda: The Art Center would like to take $500.00 from a grant by US Bank and purchase glass for students of the Glass Class. The students will then purchase the glass back from The Art Center over an unknown time period.  This will assist the students by having this supply of glass available for immediate use.
A two-third yes vote by those voting at this meeting is required.

Join Library Friends
Friends of the Modoc County Library will gather May 21 at 5 p.m. at the Modoc County Library, 212 W. Third St., Alturas. Newcomers are welcome to attend and learn more about the organization. The next meeting will be on June 18 at 5 p.m.

Play Bingo
Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary 3327 hosts Bingo games on Tuesday nights at Veterans’ Hall, So. Main, Alturas location; doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. “We welcome all players and appreciate your patience while we are learning,” say members.

Rides to the VA
The VA van for veterans travels to Susanville VA Clinic on Tuesdays and to the VA in Reno on Thursdays. Veterans are reminded to schedule primary care appointments for those days. To reserve a van seat or to become a volunteer van driver, please call Larry Ludwig, van coordinator at 233-3741. Volunteer van drivers are needed on an ongoing basis.

 

Wednesday, May 22nd

 

Thursday, May 23rd

 

Foodlink delivers goods
A Foodlink Truck will arrive in Alturas on May 23 with a load of fresh produce to give away free to low-income families between noon and 2 p.m. at Veterans’ Memorial Park, So. Main St., Alturas. Please bring your own boxes. The giveaway is sponsored by Lassen County Council, Modoc Food bank, T.E.A.C.H., Inc. and Foodlink Sacramento, USDA Commodities. For questions please call Jesika or Lola at T.E.A.C.H., Inc. at 233-3111.

MORT meets for Expo plans
The Modoc Outdoor Recreation & Tourism Group will meet Thursday, May 16 at 3:00 p.m. in the small conference room at the Modoc National Forest Headquarters, 800 W. 12th St., Alturas.
This will be a 2013 Sportsman's and Outdoor Expo planning meeting. Public welcome!

Book Discussion night

Modoc County Library's Third Thursday Book Discussion Group meets May 16 at the Alturas library from 5:15-6:45 p.m. The group will have a retrospective discussion reviewing the variety of selections from the past eight years. You are invited to join this lively group at the Modoc County Library, 212 W. 3rd St., Alturas.  Newcomers always welcome. Please call Cheryl Baker, County Librarian, at 233-6340 for more information.

 

Coming Soon....

Posse hosts Jr. Horse Show
Modoc County Sheriff’s Posse invites youth horsemen, ages five to 18 years old to participate in the 56th Annual Junior Horse Show May 25 at 9 a.m. at the 4-H Grounds, Alturas. There is no entry fee. Ribbons and a grand prize will be awarded in respective age categories for Best All Around winners. Entry forms are available at Modoc Farm Supply, Modoc Auction Yard Café, Modoc Veterinary Center, Likely General Store, Page’s Market in Cedarville, Modoc Farm Advisors Office, Sherer’s Market, Davis Creek Mercantile and Adin Supply.

WWII Vets’ Tribute
Patriots for Veterans presents a World War II tribute and Fallen Heroes fundraiser on Saturday, May 25 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Desert Rose Event Center in Alturas. WWII static displays, cars and tractors, 3 p.m. tri-tip and chicken barbecue dinner, $35 donation per adult. Complimentary dinner to all WWII veterans and their guest. Live and silent auction. Proceeds go to a local wounded warrior. Ph 530-233-1286.

Ft. Bidwell BBQ coming
Ft. Bidwell Volunteer Fire Dept. will host the annual Memorial Weekend Barbecue and fundraiser on Sunday, May 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ft. Bidwell Civic Hall and picnic grounds. Sirloin or barbecued chicken for $12 presale or $15 at the door. Children ages 6-12 eat for $8. Free hotdogs for those under age five years. Raffles, games and prizes for kids 12 and under. Pre-sale tickets at Page’s Market and Seab’s True Value. Vendors welcome; first come, first served as space is limited. To reserve a space call 279-2229 or 640-0643.

Memorial Day holiday
On Monday, May 27 offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Closures will affect City of Alturas, County of Modoc, Federal, State, Banks, Post Offices, Schools and the Modoc Record office.

 

Support Groups

Modoc County Intergroup Council

AA/Al-Anon/NA Meeting Schedule
AA Helpline/Meeting Info: 877-880-2880

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
Alturas NA
105 Carlos St., Alturas
Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Non smoking

No meetings in Surprise Valley at this time

Alturas AA
Brown Baggers
110 West Carlos Street
Mon-Sat, 12 Noon & 7:00 pm, Open
No Noon on Sun.

Hilltoppers Group  
Federated Church
307 East First Street
Mon, Wed., Fri, Sun. 8:00 pm, open,
Non-Smoking

Traditions Group
Faith Baptist Church
700 West Carlos Street (Corner of Carlos & West)
Tues, 7:00 pm, open, Non-Smoking

Alturas Al-Anon
Al-Anon Group
110 W. Carlos St
Tue. 5:30 pm, Non-Smoking

Cedarville AA
Valley Serenity Group
At Café .22, So. end of Main St.
Monday, 5:30 p.m, Open, Non-Smoking

Bieber AA
All Groups meet at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, First & Cedar Streets, Bieber, CA
Keynotes Group
7 pm – Tues. & Fri

Bieber NA
Sunday - 1:00 pm

Sunrays of Hope is a non-profit, drop-in self-help center focusing on psychological wellness, recovery and socialization. The center is open at 113 East North St., Alturas in the Lederer Building, across from Modoc Probation Dept. Contact Billy Diaz, Director for more information at 640-3124 or 233-6312. Transportation is available.
Support groups at Sunrays
The following  support groups meet at Sunrays for Hope, 113 E. North St., Alturas. Interested parties welcome.
Dual Diagnosis sessions
Dual Diagnosis sessions begin at noon on Wednesdays at Sunrays of Hope, 113 E. North St., Alturas. Sondra Tate facilitates. The sessions are open to the public. Food will be provided.

Looking for a place to meet? Tuesdays and Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays Sunrays is available to sponsor the center for private or non-profit groups. Please call Sunrays at 233-9696 or 233-7222 and leave a message for a call back.

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