The leaves are falling. It must mean that fall is really here. It was announced that the city of Prairie City will pick up leaves if residents call 820-4627 or 820-3605.

To those who skipped the meal at John Day Senior Center on Oct. 22: You missed a very good lunch! Delicious stew, tossed green salad, hot rolls and spice cake was served by Ruth Casebeer, Helen Emmel, Sarolta Sperry and Elaine Kight.

Only 26 were signed in by Ruth Johns. Folks must have been traveling or hunting. Marvin Casebeer and Carl Johns completed the set-up duties. Buzz Harris helped for a short stint and the Casebeers delivered five home meals.

Del Lake led the flag salute and first-timer Jerry Sheets gave the blessing.

Gift certificate winners were Billie Drinkwater, Prairie Drug and Hardware; Jim Maple, Lunch Box Deli; Marvin Casebeer, Mort’s Barber Shop.

Those coming from Blue Mountain Nursing Home were Ruth White, Rita Morris, Ruby Dow, Cal Suksdorf, Sim Hendrix and Virginia Hymer. Lorna Askew and Leslie Davis accompanied them.

After-dinner helpers were the servers plus Carl Johns at the dishwasher with Edna Jennings. Cleo Dunten and Bonnie Lake pre-washed silverware. Marvin Casebeer took care of tables and floors.

On the last Wednesday of the month we celebrate with a birthday dinner. Come at noon on Oct. 29 and enjoy the birthday cake!