Veterans rememberedJOHN DAY — The annual Elks Veterans Day service will be at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at the Seventh St. Complex. It is a federal holiday. The post office, banks and some businesses will be closed.

Ladies night for music and inspirationCONDON – The Condon Baptist Church women’s group invites ladies to come listen to gospel singer, Rhonda Funk, at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Baptist Church. No charge and free childcare available. Refreshements served. 207 South Church Street. Info: 384-4256 or 384-2249.

Annual Girls State dinnerJOHN DAY – Girls state citizens honored at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the American Legion Hall. Ellis Tracy Unit #77 invites members, veterans and friends to attend. Meat, potatoes and rolls will be furnished. Bring a hot and a cold dish. Info: Evelyn Ogilvie at 575-1802.

Christmas BazaarMT. VERNON – Annual Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 at the grange hall. Many tables filled with hand-made items for the holidays. Food available. Info: 932-4490 or 575-3588.

Women’s Aglow meetingJOHN DAY – Women’s Aglow International monthly no host breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 12 at The Outpost restaurant. Dorothy Piazza will speak about “Overcoming life’s little tragedies.” Info: 575-0522 or 575-2465.

Book by monk offers peace of mindCANYON CITY – Subhuti Shibuya, a japanese monk, also known as Sensei, will be giving away copies of his book, “Wakeful,” about obtaining peace of mind, from 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Grant County Public Library, 507 S. Canyon Blvd.

Debate timeSENECA – The seventh and eighth grade will have their annual debates at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 30 in the gym. Topics will include the war in Iraq, immigration, health care, capital punishment, abortion, forestry practices and the placement of predators near farm and ranch land. Questions will be taken at the completion of each debate. Info: 542-2542.

Poker RunJOHN DAY U.S. – Business Builders invites the public to support local merchants and play in the second annual Harvest Poker Run Nov. 11 and 12 downtown. Over $500 in prizes. Pick up free entry form at Java Jungle. Must be 18 or over to play.

Holiday bazaarMITCHELL – Holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12. Homemade crafts, baked goods, toys, candles jewelry and much more. Free admission. Refreshments and door prizes. Santa will visit from 1 to 2 p.m.

R-Calf CEO speaksBURNS and BAKER CITY – Bill Bullard, CEO fo R-Calf USA, will speak at 7:30 pm. on Nov. 15 at the Burn’s Fairground Memorial Building, and at 6 p.m. in Baker City at the Extension Building. Bullard will address issues that affect independent cattle producers. Info: Jerry Miller at 493-2676, Mike Smith at 820-4483, or Mike Colton at 519-5205.

TEC ClassesCANYON CITY – Training and Employment Consortium is offering the following classes at the Guernsey Building, 120 Washington. Pre-registration required. Info: 575-0210.

Creative Supportive Environments from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 9. No fee.

Immunization record-keeping 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 14. No fee, door prizes and snacks.

Guiding Children’s Behavior 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 28. No fee. Door prizes and snacks.

What do you do with the mad that you feel? Teaching children self-control from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6. No fee. Door prizes and snacks.

Contracts and policies from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 15. No fee. Text, snacks and door prizes provided.

Overview for Child Care Civision Registration from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 5. No fee.

Recognizing and reporting chlld abuse and neglect 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 21. No fee.

First Aid and Infant/Child CPR Class will start when five people are interested. $30 fee.

Food Handler class Self-study or website test available. $10 fee.

Provider Resource Organization Meetings for personal, professional and leadership development 9 am Nov. 19 and 20 at the Java Jungle, 142 E. Main, John Day. No fee. Drinks and snacks. In December Xmas Gala. Invitation with date and time will be sent later for the Gala.

Christmas love in a shoe boxJOHN DAY – Operation Christmas Child is the unique project of Samaritan’s Purse, a nonprofit organization that distributes gifts to hurting children around the world.

If you are interested in donating a shoe box filled with gifts, pick-up an empty shoe box (if needed) and an informational brochure at Len’s Drug, choose a boy or girl and age category and fill the box with new age-appropriate gifts.

The brochure lists items such as toys, school supplies, hygiene items and other applicable items.

It also lists items that should not be included in the boxes. You’ll need to include $5 to help cover shipping. People who don’t want to fill shoe boxes may contribute money to help defray the costs.

Drop-off deadline for the boxes is Nov. 14 at Len’s Drug or The Church of the Nazarene during work hours.

Info: Corinne Stennett, 932-4905; Zola Pike, 932-4625, or see Chris at Len’s Drug, 120 E. Main St.

Healthy Smiles meetingJOHN DAY – The Healthy Smiles Dental Coalition needs more partners for the next dental van trip. Next meeting at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Health Department, 528 E. Main St. Suite E. Info: 575-0429.

Mentoring 101JOHN DAY – Families First is recruiting mentors for the Her-oes and He-roes Club. This is a one-on-one mentoring program for children in the fourth to eighth grade.

Oregon National Guard will be presenting Mentoring 101 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Families First building, 401 S. Canyon Blvd. Info: Elaine Mezzo, 575-1006 or familiesfirst3@centurytel.net

Community potluckPRAIRIE CITY – American Legion Auxiliary is sponsoring the annual potluck to honor veterans, Prairie City Fire Department, police and EMTs at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Grange Hall. Info: Louise at 820-4384 or Marleen at 820-3573.

Christmas basketsPRAIRIE CITY – Applications for Christmas baskets may be picked up at area businesses in Prairie City. Deadline for applications to be returned is Nov. 21. Donations may be made at City Hall. Info: Louise at 820-4384 or Marleen at 820-3573.

Genealogical Society JOHN DAY – Grant County Genealogical Society annual meeting is at 1 p.m. Nov. 12 at the health department. Ornament exchange and potluck dinner with meat provided by the society. Bring your own table service and a hot or cold dish for the potluck.

The genealogical library at City Hall in Mt. Vernon will only be open Nov. 18, due to holidays and other obligations this month. Info: Linda Cook, 575-2757 or Jeannette Harrison, 932-4718.

Clay pigeon shootSPRAY – The second clay pigeon shoot fund-raiser for the Spray Rodeo will take place Nov. 19. Practice shoot from 10-11 a.m. The cost for five shots is $3. Shotgun shoot from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; cost of $15 for 25 shots. Monument School will provide a smoked turkey dinner for $5 per plate. Profits from concession benefit the school’s annual field trip. At Kimberly milemarker nine on Highway 402. Info: 934-2143.

Craft fairJOHN DAY – Blue Mountain Hospital Auxilary craft fair, 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Fairgrounds Pavilion. There will be 72 tables of hand-crafted items on display. Food will be available. Info: Lorene Allen, 575-1227.

Moms in touchJOHN DAY – Mothers who love children and believe in the power of prayer are invited to a prayer meeting from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the coffeehouse in the Cornerstone Christian Fellowship building, 139 N.E. Dayton. Lunch and child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Info: Kathy, 575-2888.

Strengthening familiesJOHN DAY- Families First is looking for volunteer parent educators for all communities in Grant County. Free training will be provided using the “Make Parenting A Pleasure” curriculum. Info: 575-1006.

Girl Scouts are hereMeetings, crafts, outings, sleepovers, and fun. All girls ages 5-9, or grades K-3 welcome. Daisy and Brownie groups forming in November. Info: 575-1277.

OngoingFossil BedsRanger conducted two-hour hike offered at 2 p.m. on Nov. 13. Hike begins at the Blue Basin trailhead. No fee. Participants should bring good hiking shoes, a sun hat, jacket, water bottle, and a camera. Info: 987-2333.