The next 4-H Horse Leaders meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, at 6:30PM, at the Ag Service Center. All horse leaders should attend to discuss the Eastern Oregon Livestock Show. To RSVP, contact the Extension Office at 541-963-1010.
There will be a Diabetes Support Group meeting this Thursday at 6:30PM, for a presentation entitled “Take Care of Your Kidneys” by Dorie Armstrong, RN at Eastern Oregon Dialysis. The majority of people undergoing dialysis have diabetes, so learn what you can do to avoid kidney disease during this presentation. The Diabetes support group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at Grande Ronde Hospital, in the Mt. Emily Rooms. The public is invited to attend this free informational event. For more information, contact the GRH Education Department at 541-963-1495.
If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity how about becoming a Union County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador? Chamber Ambassadors are a group of volunteers who assist the Chamber office. Ambassadors meet twice a month. If you are interested contact the Union County Chamber of Commerce at 541-963-8588.
Come out every Saturday afternoon from 2PM – 4PM to Marilyn’s Music Opry Jam in Baker City. Grab your favorite musical instrument and head down to 1821 Main St. to join in the fun.
Every Friday morning from 9AM – 12PM is the Free Children’s Clinic at the Grande Ronde Hospital in La Grande. This Free Children’s Clinic is for children without health insurance. Appointments are requested. For more information, please call 541-663-3150.
The Meals on Wheels program in Baker County is in need of volunteers to deliver meals to seniors at their homes. The time investment is only about two hours per week. If you are interested in helping out stop by the Community Connection of Baker County office at 2810 Cedar Street or call 541-523-6591.
Local Insurance in La Grande is offering a community service for children and families without health and dental insurance. For those 18 years or younger in Union, Wallowa, and Baker Counties, assistance is available to apply for comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance, for little to no premium cost. For more information on these available programs, call John at 541-963-2000.
AARP Blue Mountain Chapter #645 meets on the second and fourth Mondays of the month through May. The meeting starts at 7PM at the La Grande Senior Center. For more information, contact Susie at 541-910-1654.
Every third Thursday a cancer support group meets in Baker City at St. Luke’s Eastern Oregon Medical Associates. For more information about the group’s monthly meetings, contact Gloria at 541-523-4242.
New Day Enterprises, Inc in La Grande is offering American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED Classes for Adult, Child and Infants. The next scheduled class is on Friday, May 18th from 9AM – 4PM. The course will be taught by Bernie McClure, RN, and the class size is limited. The cost to participate is $50, and must be paid 48 hours before the class. If you have any questions, or to reserve a space, please call 541-963-2348.
For kids and families affected by ADD or ADHD, there will be a support group starting on Friday, May 4th, in Baker City. The support group will meet every other Friday at the YMCA Gym on Church St. Families are encouraged to bring their kids to help socialize, share stories, and ideas. Parents are required to stay with their kids during the groups meetings. For more information, call 541-519-4799.
Union County Sheriff’s Office will be offering a Concealed Handgun Class on Saturday, June 2nd, starting at 8AM. The class will be held at the Union County Sheriff’s Office, located at 1109 K Ave. in La Grande. The cost of the class is $50, and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register for the class, please contact Shelley at the Union County Sheriff’s Office, at 541-963-1017.
Miners Jubilee Planning Meetings are set for the second Thursday of each month at 10AM, at the Baker County Chamber of Commerce. Businesses interested in sponsoring an activity during Miners Jubilee are encouraged to attend these meetings to increase awareness for their activity, and help brainstorm other ideas. The meetings usually last for an hour, and everyone is welcome. If you have any questions, please contact the Baker County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, at 541-523-5855.
A monthly Irish Session, hosted by the Northeast Oregon Folklore Society, will take place on the second Thursday of each month at Bear Mountain Pizza in La Grande. The event begins at 7PM. Participants are encouraged to meet with friends and eat pizza while observing a collection of musicians playing Irish polkas, reels, airs and waltzes. For more information or a set list contact Carla at 541-663-0776.
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There will be an AARP-sponsored Driver Safety Class on Saturday, April 28th. The class will be held from 9AM – 4PM at Grande Ronde Hospital. A certificate will be given to all who complete the class, and most insurance companies give discounts to those who finish. The class is open to all, but is aimed at Senior Citizens. The course will cost $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. To RSVP for the class, please call instructor Fred Moore at 541-910-9797, or you can register online at AARP.org/drive.
North East Oregon Cyclists and Friends will be having a group ride this Saturday. The group will be meeting at Community Bank in Elgin, starting at 10AM, and will ride for about 30 miles throughout Summerville, Imbler, and Elgin. Anyone interested in riding with the group, is encouraged to participate.
Krista Beck, a local student at ODS in La Grande, is looking for a dental hygiene patient in need of a dental cleaning. In order to get licensed, Krista will have to take a clinical board exam for the state. A qualifying patient will travel out of state to receive a free dental cleaning. All expenses will be paid for this trip. If you are someone who has not had a dental cleaning in over 10 years, and would be able to travel for a few days in March, then contact Krista at 541-663-2720 to see if you qualify.
La Grande Family History Center located at 2504 N Fir, has family research help for the beginner, intermediate, and even computer challenged. With Ancestry.com, Family search, books and films, they are anxious to help you discover your family history. Call 541-963-5003 for more information and hours available.
Join the Pinochle Social Club at the Union County Senior Center each week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Tuesday afternoons the club meets at 12:30PM, and each Friday evening at 7PM. Dues are just $2 for the year, with a weekly fee of only 50 cents for Friday evening. Tuesday afternoons are free. Come down to the Union County Senior Center at 1504 Albany St. in La Grande to learn how to play, refresh your skills, or just to enjoy a good time. 18 and older please.
The Baker City Trolley fixed route bus service is providing transportation to the general public. Service runs Monday through Friday from 7AM – 6PM. The trolley does not run on Saturdays. Everyone is welcome to ride the Trolley. Fares are just $1 per ride, with daily and monthly discounts available. For more information, or to schedule a pickup, call 541-523-6591.
Community Connection, home of NEO Public Transit provides transportation to the general public. Service runs Monday through Friday from 7:30AM – 8PM, and Saturdays from 10AM – 8PM. Everyone is welcome to ride the Trolley. Fares are just $1 per ride, with daily and monthly discounts available. The Loop, a second fixed route, is also available and runs from Bi-Mart to the pool via south La Grande, Sunset Drive and Veterans’ Pool neighborhoods. For more information call 541-963-BUSS.
The Powder River Music Review concert series in Geiser Pollman Park runs every Sunday afternoon from 1:30PM – 3:30PM. Artists donate their time to this event to raise money from audience donations to build a symphony size bandstand pavilion in the center of Geiser-Pollman Park. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy the fun. For more info contact Lynette Perry at 541-523-3673 or email lperry@bakercityherald.com.
Northeast Oregon Public Transit will be running a bus to the Walla Walla VA Medical Center on the 21st of each month, now through June, for all disabled veterans eligible for mileage reimbursement. Two exceptions during this time will be the January and April buses, which will run on the 24th instead. Contact Northeast Oregon Public Transit to schedule a ride after you have your appointment scheduled at the VA Medical Center. For more information call 541-963-BUSS. That’s 541-963-2877.
There are regular Bingo Days every Wednesday, at the VFW Hall in Union. Doors open at 5:30PM, early bird at 6PM, and regular game at 7PM. One $100 jackpot and one $250 jackpot will be awarded. Money raised during this event will go towards community projects.
WorkSource Oregon in Baker City is offering a free workshop that takes you step by step through the resume and cover letter writing process, as well as show you valuable tips for filling out applications. Other resources, such as career research, skills assessment, and interview advice are available too. Stop by 1575 Dewey Ave. in Baker City, or call 523-6331 for more information.
Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. The Blue Mountain Toastmasters meet every Friday at 1917 Jackson Street in the La Grande Boise Sawmill Conference Room. For more information call Tracy at 541-786-0132 or visit BlueMountainToastmasters.
The Baker City Farmer’s Market opens its season on Wednesday from 3:30PM – 6:30PM at Geiser Pollman Park in Baker City. This year will feature a Watermelon Giveaway, Salsa Festival, Pie Baking Contest, and more. For a detailed list of events,
Every blood donor is special and every reason is unique. Your chance to give blood for the Red Cross is Thursday, Oct. 21 from 12PM – 6PM at 1802 Gekeler Lane (LDS Church). To schedule your appointment or for more information contact Colleen Langford at 541-562-5055.
The Baker County Running Club has regular group runs at 8AM on Saturdays. They will be meeting at the Baker City Sports Complex parking lot. Runners of all experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own water and a sense of adventure. For more information contact Davey at 541-519-1855.
Breakfast is being served at the Sumpter Schoolhouse! Not only do you get a great home-cooked meal, but the proceeds go toward items needed in the City of Sumpter. This group of volunteers will not only cook your breakfast for you, but they also serve you. There are no set prices. The cost of breakfast is whatever you can donate. Take the drive up to Sumpter on Sunday, Dec. 19, and enjoy some good old-fashioned breakfast from 7AM – 11Am. For more information call 541-894-2341.
The Cove Farmers Market is every Thursday from 12PM – 6PM, at their new location at the Ascension School Campus, on the corner of Church and Foster Streets. Come out for locally grown produce, antiques, arts, crafts and more. For more information call 541-568-4623.
The A.W.A.K.E. in the Blue Mountains C-PAP support group meets the first Wednesday of every month at Grande Ronde Hospital from 6-7 PM in the third floor solarium. The next meeting is Oct. 6th. If you or someone you love has sleep apnea join us, its free and confidential. If you have questions about these meetings call GRH education department at 541-963-1495.
The La Grande Farmer’s Market will hold its final market of the season on Saturday from 9AM – 12PM at Max Square in Downtown La Grande. Enjoy fresh local produce, baked goods, arts, crafts, live music, and more. Music this Saturday will be performed by TooBamBoo playing music that is fun for everyone.
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