Citizens Academy
for local residents
Sweet Home Police Department is seeking participants for a one-day Citizen’s Academy.
Once 10 to 12 have signed up, the department will work with the participants to set a date for the six-hour program.
During the Citizen’s Academy, participants learn about a wide variety of topics related to law enforcement. They also have the opportunity to use MILO, a life-size video simulation of law enforcement situations.
Applicants must go through a light background check prior to acceptance into the program.
For more information or to sign up, call the Sweet Home Police Department at (541) 367-5181.
Personal safety for
visually challenged
“How Not to Become a Crime Victim” will be the topic at this month’s Mid Valley Low Vision Support Group meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, at Brookdale Grand Prairie Senior Living facility, 1929 Grand Prairie Ave., Albany.
Laura Hawkins, crime prevention officer for the Albany Police Department, will discuss how preventative measures can be used by low-vision, blind and low-hearing or deaf people.
Hawkins will tell how simple sensory skills can aid self-safety, such as being aware of one’s immediate environment and noticing when unusual sights or sounds are out of place, or paying attention to a sense of being followed, a sudden aroma of perfume or body odor.
She will offer comprehensive advice on how to avoid identity theft and scams, as well as other types of criminal activity that target seniors.
The meeting is free and the public is welcome. Refreshments will be served.
For more information, call (541) 928-5008.
Garage sale to help
fund baby adoption
A garage sale to raise funds for the adoption of a baby will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 22 and 23 in the Valley Life Church gym at the corner of Park and Vine streets in Lebanon.
Jason and Pam Ogden are inviting people to participate in the event to help them adopt their new daughter.
Anyone interested in helping may donate items that are clean and in good condition; assist before, during and after the garage sale; or bake something.
For information or to help, contact Amanda at (541) 990-6397 or Pam at (541) 406-5726.
Red Cross blood
drive at Vets Club
American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, March 22, in Sweet Home at the Veterans Club, 580 Main St.
To schedule an appointment, contact Carole at (503) 899-2574 or Carolyn at (541) 367-1981, or streamline the process by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete a pre-donation reading and healthy history questionnaire.
Multiple spring
classes at LBCC
Registration is now open for LBCC Community Education classes, with more than 250 classes available and over 50 new classes during spring term.
New classes this spring include BBQ Basics, Latin Rhythms Dance, Fairy Garden in a Pot, English Handbells, Backyard Bee Basics, Beginning Bluegrass Guitar, Beginning Jazz Piano, and more.
Community Education offerings at LBCC are non-credit classes designed for personal enrichment and exploration. Class topics range from language and writing, recreation and dance, computers and technology, fitness and health, music and art, and more.
With over 200 Community Education instructors within Extended Learning, instructors come from varied backgrounds, bringing their particular expertise to classes held throughout the mid-Willamette Valley.
To see a complete list of classes, visit linnbenton.edu/extendedlearning or call 541-917-4840.
Madcap production at Albany theater
Albany Civic Theater presents “Too Good to Say Goodbye,” directed by Melissa Mills, at 7:30 p.m. March 22, 23, 29, 30, April 4 to 6, and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 31, located at 111 First Ave. W., Albany.
Best-selling author Redmon Hunter has created an unusual world for himself.
His talent lies in his ability to make his characters come to life for his readers; they’re so real, in fact, that they literally take up residence in his home while he’s working on a novel.
Once the book is published, they pack up and leave him to “live in the minds” of the readers.
Recently, writer’s block has set in, so all the characters from his works in progress have set up semi-permanent residence in literary limbo.
Redmon’s chance meeting with Amanda Hawkins, a beautiful, young pop literature professor, sets the wheels in motion for a madcap comedy where wild imaginary characters clash with real world snobs.
Tickets are $13 for adults, and $10 for kids and seniors. Visit http://www.AlbanyCivic.org for more information.
Wedding/party
resale March 23
Santiam Place Wedding and Event Hall will host a Wedding Decor/Party Decor resale event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at 139 Main St.
Those looking to sell gently used décor or looking to buy such are welcome to the event, which is free to the public. Tables for vendors are also available.
For more information call (541) 259-4255.
Social Security
strategies at forum
Financial advisor Robert Jackman will speak on “Social Security Claiming Strategies” at the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Forum Lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 29, at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Career Training Center, 525 N. Santiam Highway.
Jackman will will discuss how individuals can maximize their lifetime income through savvy planning, income replacement needs in retirement, state taxes in retirement and related topics.
Cost for the lunch is $15 per person and reservations are required.
To reserve a spot, call (541) 258-7164 or sign up on line at lebanon-chamber.org/events.
Rock and Mineral
Show March 30-31
The 71st annual Sweet Home Gem and Mineral Show will be held March 30-31 at Sweet Home High School’s Activity Gym.
The event will include a raffle, displays of all manner of rocks and gems, vendors, demonstrations and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 30, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 31.
Admission is 50 cents, with children under 12 free if they are accompanied by an adult.
For more information, call (541) 451-1577 or visit Sweet Home Rock & Mineral Club’s Facebook page.
Vehicle safety
classes at LBCC
Linn-Benton Community College offers a variety of vehicle safety classes starting April 2.
They include tractor safety for youths ages 14 through 18, forklift training, motorcycle safety and AARP driving safety classes for those over 55.
Vehicle safety classes are held in both Sweet Home and Lebanon. Fees vary.
To register or to see a complete list of classes, visit linnbenton.edu/extendedlearning or call (541) 917-4849.
Adult dodge ball
tournament
The Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam will host its inaugural Dodge Ball Tourney from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at 880 18th Ave. in Sweet Home.
The coed tournament is double-elimination, with cash prizes. Cost is $25 per person or $200 per team. Participants must be 18 or over.
For more information, email [email protected].
Meals on Wheels
weekly menu
Meals on Wheels offers lunch at the Sweet Home Community Center to seniors over 60 at noon on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
Suggested donation is $3.50. All meals are served with milk, coffee or tea upon request and diabetic desserts are available on request.
The menu on Friday, March 22, is beef enchilada bake or cheese and green chile bake, green beans, spinach Romaine salad, whole wheat roll and vanilla pudding.
The menu on Monday, March 24, is creamed turkey or diced beef stroganoff, whipped potatoes, carrots, whole wheat roll and peanut butter bar.
The menu on Tuesday, March 25, is orange glazed chicken or breaded beef steak with gravy, Delmonico potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat bread and rocky road pudding.
For more information, contact Norene at (541) 367-8843.