Holidays ’19 IN SISTERS
Santa Claus came to town... Santa and Mrs. Claus visited with children during a potluck and shopping excursion hosted by Sisters Habitat for Humanity. The annual event offers youngsters an opportunity to purchase gifts for their loved ones and family at the Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store.
PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK
Be Of Good Cheer, Sisters! A COMMUNITY-BUILDING ADVENT CALENDAR
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Take your children shopping to pick out a toy or book to donate for a child in need.
Visit your favorite Sisters business and tell them what it means to you to have them in town.
Write a thankyou note to a service provider (cashier, teacher bank teller, fuel attendant).
Offer a ride to the doctor’s office or grocery store for someone who needs help.
Visit FAN (Family Access Network) to see if there is a family in need that you can help.
Visit a Sisters business that you have had trouble with in the past and give them another chance.
Write a thank-you note to a family member.
Donate to our local food bank.
Hold a door open for someone today.
Adopt a pet to be part of your family.
Take one of your neighbors to dinner.
Take a treat to the fire hall or sheriff’s office.
Deliver a meal to an elderly neighbor or invite them to your holiday table.
Purchase a local restaurant gift card to give to a friend or acquaintance.
Make arrangements to be a youth mentor volunteer in the New Year.
Leave a thank-you note for the person who cleans your office.
While driving on Cascade stop to allow someone to turn left in front of you.
Schedule a regular time to read a book to someone who is sight-impaired.
Paint a rock with an encouraging word and leave it in a public place for someone to find.
Pay for the purchase of the meal or coffee for the person behind you in the drive-through.
Bake homemade cookies with your children and share them with a neighbor.
Purchase lastminute gifts at a local shop and wish the owner a Happy Holiday!
Smile and say “hi” to the people you see in town.
Call someone and tell them you appreciate them.
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Wednesday, December 11, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon
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Connie Gunterman and her chorale of 50 voices, with the support of accompanist Donna Moyer, brought the Spirit of Christmas to life in Sisters Country in two performances last weekend. Leading the performance was Peggy Tehan and her ukulele group. Her 11 players sang old Christmas favorites and finished with “Mele Kalikimaka Hau’oli Makahiki Hou,” Hawaiian for Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. After that lively and melodic beginning, Gunterman and her chorale took center stage and started their part of the festivities with “Follow That Star,” where she invited everyone in the audience to sing along as their
hearts desired. “After all,” she said, “…we’re all here to sing in Christmas.” The chorale followed that opening number with what Gunterman called, “A raise the rafters spiritual,” “Christmas Glory Hallelujah,” a longtime favorite Christmas song with African American heritage with a bit of Caribbean flare to it, thanks in part to the chorale percussionist (and Sisters school teacher), Sara Miller. Those numbers were followed by other favorites, during which Gunterman invited all the children in the audience to come on up and join in. See CHORALE on page 38
Corrie Lake, Realtor
Whether you are buying, selling or simply exploring the possibilities of home ownership, you will want to work with a professional who can provide the most reliable market information and expert advice. Corrie Lake of Black Butte Realty Group focuses on Black Butte Ranch, Camp Sherman, Sisters, Eagle Crest and surrounding areas. Born and raised in Eugene, she is living her lifelong dream in Sisters. With experience and professionalism, she helps clients every step of the way with real estate needs and goals. “Growing up, vacations in Central Oregon were always a family favorite,” Corrie says. “I would often say, ‘As soon as I can, I’m moving here!’ Life brought me to Minnesota in 2013 where I established my career in real estate, and when the opportunity came to move back to Central Oregon, I couldn’t get here fast enough!” As part of her commitment to serving her community, she was a member of the Central Oregon Association of Realtors Executive Committee 2017-19.
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Sisters Rental When winter clamps down on Sisters Country, we know we can weather it with help from Sisters Rental. Need to get that vital snowblower repaired? They’ve got you covered. In fact, they’ve got ALL your outdoor power equipment needs covered, whether it’s new equipment or keeping your equipment running when you need it. Generators and timber heaters and stoves will get you through the trials of winter in comfort. Sisters Rental is also the perfect place to shop for gifts for the hardworking folks on your list who are always hard to buy for. From big gifts like tools and equipment to clothing from Prison Blues, you’ll find meaningful gifts here that will get good use for years after the holiday. And speaking of after the holiday — when you need storage space to get sorted out for the new year, Sisters Rental is the place to turn.
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon
— By Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian, Deschutes Public Library — memory. A selection of new favorite authors: “Such a Fun Age,” by Kiley Reid; “Searching for Sylvie Lee,” by Jean Kwok; “Learning to See,” by Elise Hooper; “Black Light: Stories,” by Kimberly King Parsons; and “The Night Swimmers,” by Peter Rock. When recommending books, I tend to list my favorite novels first, then share new books in genres for the avid thriller or mystery reader like “The Perfect Wife,” by JP Delaney; “Run Away,” by Harlan Coben; or “The Better Sister,” by Alafair Burke. Biographies are the perfect gift. Memoirs that I couldn’t put down included “Life Undercover: Coming of Age in the CIA,” by Amaryllis Fox; and “Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love,” by Dani Shapiro. My quick-pick gifts and cozy winter reads include “We Met in December,” by Rosie Curtis — “Two people. One house. A year that changes everything”; and “Christmas Shopaholic,” by Sophie Kinsella — “A shopaholic adventure filled with holiday cheer and unexpected gifts.” Discover a new genre and treat yourself or a friend to a new adventure this holiday season. Ask your local librarian or explore the DPL catalog book lists online for more 2019 favorites.
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Whether you’re looking for a fabulous gift for someone special or just the right clothing accent for your holiday activities — something that is fun, unique and affordable — you owe yourself a visit to Gypsy Wind Clothing. There you’ll find lots of winter and holiday tops, jackets and shawls — many for $49 or less. Proprietor Janet Kronemeyer designs and creates her own line of clothing — with a specialty in creating “shawls that don’t fall off.” They’re the perfect accent for your holiday outfit — from jeans all the way up to your night-on-the-town duds. You’ll find many one-size-fits-all items, and sizes up to 3XL. Shopping at Gypsy Wind Clothing is about more than just finding wonderful clothes: it’s an experience. “I plan on having LOTS of fun in this store for the holidays,” Janet says.
Three Creeks Brewing Co.
Celebrating the season is easy at Three Creeks Brewing Co. From outstanding locally-brewed craft beers and ales to a fun night out with the family, Three Creeks Brewing Co. has the “festive” aspect of the holiday season nailed down. This year’s Rudolph’s Imperial Red Ale is available on tap, and they still have barrel-aged Rudolph available in bottles — the 2017 version barrel aged for one year in rye whiskey barrels, adding notes of plum, oak, vanilla and spice. Enjoy the annual Vertical Tasting event on Saturday, December 7, starting at 3 p.m. Call for reservations. Three Creeks Brewing Co. merchandise makes a delightful gift, and there are lots of options for men and women, from trucker hats to shirts to a great new hoodie. A gift card makes a perfect stocking stuffer. And when you need a break from holiday entertaining, take friends and family to the brew pub where festive is easy.
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Page by Paige: Favorite 2019 books Are you thinking about moving to London, performing in a famous rock band or visiting family in Maine? If your answer is “Yes!” to any of the above, you’ve traveled into one of my favorite 2019 books. Every December, I review all of the books I’ve read; remembering my favorite characters, settings and sentences. These reads make great presents or are great for your own bookshelf. This year was an exceptional year for new books by my favorite authors, including “All This Could Be Yours,” by Jami Attenberg; “The Nickel Boys,” by Colson Whitehead; “City of Girls,” by Elizabeth Gilbert; “Nothing to See Here,” by Kevin Wilson; “The Testaments,” by Margaret Atwood; “The Giver of Stars,” by JoJo Moyes; “Daisy Jones & The Six,” by Taylor Jenkins Reid; and “The Dutch House,” by Ann Patchett. I love when favorite characters return! In “Olive, Again,” by Elizabeth Strout, readers return to familiar and “ordinary people” in Maine, including Olive Kitteridge! (Did you ever think she would be back?) I’ve read over 100 books this year and I’m still talking about “The Dutch House.” Patchett’s new book is filled with beautiful sentences, characters you’ll both love and hate, and a house and family that will stay in your
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Santa brings joy to Sisters Canines — By Jodi Schneider, Correspondent —
Even though Santa has been busy in Sisters this holiday season, he still had time to pull up his sleigh at Sisters Art Works last Saturday to put in a special appearance for Pet Photos with Santa that benefits Furry Friends Foundation. Loads of folks brought their beloved dogs inside Sisters Art Works building to get a special portrait with St. Nick. Local artist Kathy Deggendorfer hosted the annual Holiday Open House Celebration with fundraisers benefitting Furry Friends Foundation, The Three Sisters Historical Society, and Black Butte School (BBS). Pet photos with Santa was an overwhelming success this year. “It was a big success, we beat our record by one family,” said Furry Friends Foundation founder and director, Kiki Dolson. “I love helping the proud owners and their dogs as they line up for the photos. Some dogs are wearing reindeer ears, maybe a bright red scarf but almost all are excited to be there. A brave rabbit was there, too. Christine Cole from Sisters Feed and Supply brought one of her beautiful bunnies.” Dolson was extremely thankful to Sam Hernandez, from Central Bark, who plays
Santa for the nonprofit organization every year. “Sam has a special calmness in handling the dogs. Also, a thank you to Heather Jordan, our new photographer this year. Heather was a professional photographer for 15 years, now a Realtor for Cascade Sothebys, and she believes in giving back to her community “And of course I am thankful to all the volunteers, Paul, Gregg, Jeannie, Teresa, Marcy, Valerie, Sally and Kelly.” “Thanks to everyone who participated and helped raise the much-needed funds for our Holiday Pet Food Drive.” The drive is held in conjunction with Sisters Kiwanis and Sisters RFPD’s Spirit of Giving Food Share & Gifts program. Dolson added, “Our cash donations were down this year. We’ve lost our major pet-food donor, so are scrambling a bit to make up the difference by purchasing food.” Kathy Cooper, treasurer for The Three Sisters Historical Society, and Ronni Duff, volunteer coordinator, manned their table which showcased a variety of books, art prints and videos in the lobby of the Art Works building. Cooper told The Nugget, “This is Christmas
Hike-N-Peaks
Winter has arrived in Sisters Country. Make the most of it with a visit to Sisters’ own outdoor emporium, Hike-N-Peaks. It’s all about layers, and Hike-N-Peaks has you covered — literally — from base to shell. They also carry great soft-shell pants for snowshoeing and crosscountry skiing. Get your snowshoes here, and your trekking poles. There are gloves for every kind of winter outdoor activity. And the outdoorsy person on your list will be mighty happy if you shop for them at Hike-N-Peaks. Stop in for help from outdoor experts in finding excellent gifts such as packs, tents, and sleeping bags from top brands like Osprey, Big Agnes, and Marmot. Sharri Bertagna has stocked up on stocking-stuffers, too — jewelry, socks, calendars, stickers, flashlights, backpacking gear, Ruffwear, Yeti — something for every budget and for every person who looks longingly to the Sisters backcountry for the spirit of adventure!
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The holiday season can be hard on the body — lots of stresses, lots of running around, hanging lights and decorations and slipping and sliding (and maybe falling) on the snow-slick surfaces of Sisters. Fortunately, Black Butte Chiropractic is here in downtown Sisters, standing ready to serve all of your needs with chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture and more. A new esthetician can provide facials. With a newly remodeled office space and whole new vibe, Black Butte Chiropractic is a great place to slow it down for a minute and take care of yourself during this hectic season. The holidays are so much better when we’re feeling good. The gift of health and well-being is perhaps the most precious gift you can give your loved ones. A gift card from Black Butte Chiropractic might just be the best thing someone special can find in his or her stocking this Christmas.
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Wednesday, December 11, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon
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Santa traded his reindeer for other critters last Saturday, in the Furry Friends Foundation Pet Photos with Santa fundraising event. The Foundation helps families in need by funding a pet food bank and other services. shopping for people. We were delighted that Kathy and Kiki said that they wanted to include us this year. We are trying to get more exposure and we thought it was a nice way to fundraise for us.” The most popular book on the table – “That was Yesterday” by Tillie Wilson and Alice
Scott. The BBS wreath sale was going strong outside the building with Rachel Gonzales heading up the fundraiser again this year with Jane and Daniel Petke, board chair for BBS, also volunteering. See SANTA PAWS on page 28
Suzanne Carvlin, Realtor
The Holidays are the ideal time to reflect and gather together to be thankful for who we are, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and the future that we will create together. I couldn’t be more thankful this year because I have amazing clients and friends like you. This is the ideal time to reflect and gather together to be thankful for who we are, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and the future that we will create together. I am so grateful for all of you and I am so proud to be a part of the Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty Team. Our brokers are passionate about donating their time and money to many organizations that are making a difference in people’s lives every day. I donate a percentage of my earnings to Heart of Oregon Youth Build. Learn more about their work at https://heartoforegon.org/programs/youthbuild.html. Love and hugs to you all! Happy Holidays!
Mackenzie Creek Mercantile
Fall and winter are the seasons when Mackenzie Creek Mercantile really shines. This is your hometown headquarters for winter gear — from your base layer to your warm winter coat. It’s a great place to give the man in your life the gift of adventure, with clothing and gear for men that is both rugged and stylish. From snow boots to fleece, you’ll find what you need here to enjoy this beautiful but bone-chilling season in Sisters Country. And when your excursion out into our winter wonderland is done, build a fire and slip into Minnetonka slippers and moccasins, courtesy of Mackenzie Creek Mercantile. To outfit the young ones, there’s a new line of Lazy One kids wear — from snow suits and gloves to cozy and colorful PJs. And for the strong, independent lady in your life — Mackenzie Creek Mercantile features a beautiful line of concealed-carry purses.
We are filled to the brim with holiday gifts! Before you head to Bend and fight the crowds, come see what we have to offer! Denali blankets, candles, puzzles, toys and much more! And don’t forget to grab your libations here!
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Wednesday, December 11, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon
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He comes to Sisters each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to ride in the annual Christmas Parade. Then he heads over to the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce office for a sit-down with hordes of youngsters who have all their Christmas wishes lined out. Who is that guy? Well, it’s Santa Claus, of course. Y’ know, the guy who is featured in countless songs, timeless poems and about four thousand TV commercials? He’s a major celebrity. And he’s got a surveillance program that must turn the NSA holly-green with envy: “He sees you when you’re sleeping/ He knows when you’re awake/He knows if you’ve been bad or good/So you’d better be good for goodness sake…” That beats sweeping up metadata by a North Pole mile. He had humbler roots, of course. The folkloric figure we know as Santa Claus started out as a third-century Roman bishop in Anatolia (modern Turkey). The St. Nicholas Center reports that, “Obeying Jesus’ words to ʻsell what you own and give the money to the poor,’ Nicholas used his whole inheritance to assist the needy, the sick, and the suffering. He dedicated his life to serving
God and was made bishop of Myra while still a young man. Bishop Nicholas became known throughout the land for his generosity to those in need, his love for children, and his concern for sailors and ships. “Under the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruthlessly persecuted Christians, Bishop Nicholas suffered for his faith, was exiled and imprisoned. The prisons were so full of bishops, priests, and deacons there was no room for the real criminals—murderers, thieves and robbers. After his release, Nicholas attended the Council of Nicaea in AD 325. He died December 6, AD 343 in Myra and was buried in his cathedral church, where a unique relic, called manna, formed in his grave. This liquid substance, said to have healing powers, fostered the growth of devotion to Nicholas. The anniversary of his death became a day of celebration, St. Nicholas Day, December 6 (December 19 on the Julian Calendar).” The historical St. Nicholas became a figure of folklore as Christianity spread across Western Europe, picking up characteristics of pagan figures like Odin (long white beard, travel across the night sky, etc.). A few hundred years ago, somebody in Holland ran the name St. Nicholas through
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The Fly Fisher’s Place
The Fly Fisher’s Place serves up gadgets, flies and equipment that will please any angler on your Christmas list — from kids to adults, men and women, at all levels of skill and experience. It’s not all about the gear, though. If you have a fisher-person in your family, they will find joy in a gift certificate for one of The Fly Fisher’s Place’s extraordinary fishing expeditions. Many families coordinate with each other to send their fisherman on the trip of a lifetime — a gift that will never be forgotten. International trips to Chile, Belize and Tasmania make for extraordinary gifts of experience. And while you’re at it, get out there on the water. Owner Jeff Perin says that McKenzie River fishing is as good as it’s ever been; East Lake makes for a very special experience; and never forget the local favorites, the Deschutes and the Metolius rivers.
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Google Translator into Dutch and ended up with Sinterklass. Predictably, when anybody used Siri on their iPhone, “she” heard Sinterklass as “Santa Claus” and there you go. That’s the story, anyway. Santa Claus has a close cousin in England called Father Christmas. Flamboyant dresser, that guy. Drinks a bit. Santa Claus as we know him in America dates from 1822, when Clement Clarke Moore, a professor at an Episcopal seminary in New York, wrote “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” which we know better as “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The poem gave Santa his sleigh and reindeer and that elfish twinkle in the eye. He was, however, a little fellow, with a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer. But, hey, this is America — bigger is better. Now he’s, well, let’s just say, “generously proportioned.” Must be all the cookies… Civil War-era cartoonist Thomas Nast put Santa at the North Pole in a workshop, building toys for nice children who were listed in a big book. Santa’s red and white uniform wasn’t a fixed feature till the turn of the 20th century — before that he wore all kinds of different colors. Today, we know a great deal about Santa
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Santa Claus visited Sisters over Thanksgiving weekend. Claus, yet there are still many unexplained aspects to the phenomenon. The exact location of his workshop has not been determined, nor are the physics of how he manages to deliver all those gifts internationally in one night (even using time zones and the International Date Line to stretch his hours) well understood by scientists. Not to mention how he is able to appear in different places in Sisters Country at the same time. Some things are best left mysterious.
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This is the season for great meals with family and for parties and get-togethers to celebrate with friends. Ray’s Food Place is your one-stop resource for everything you need to make those holiday parties and dinners really special. From company parties to holiday entertaining, Ray’s can make your life so much easier — and fill your guests with holiday cheer! Ray’s has a magnificent selection of wines, including the sparkling and dessert wines that are so important to the convivial spirit of the season. The deli can put together all your party foods for you, including spectacular desserts (give the elves 24 hours notice; they’ll appreciate it). The floral department can create exquisite centerpieces or provide the perfect floral hostess gift. Turn to Ray’s Food Place this holiday season and make your celebrations special.
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Here goes the 2019 holiday season. For many folks this means family visitation, traveling — and inconsistency of exercise and healthy eating. What does this mean for the fitness you’ve been working so hard for? Will the body turn into the mashed potatoes and cinnamon rolls it’s been indulging on? Thankfully, exercise science has some answers, and the situation is not nearly as dire as one might believe. Someone who’s taken up part-time residence in the gym will likely boast some fitness to prove their dedication. When lifting heavy weights, the body adapts by strengthening the neuromuscular controls to the muscles
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for a stronger connection and coordination to the movement. Lifting a moderate weight for a lot of reps builds muscle fiber size. A long endurance session builds the muscle’s engine of mitochondria. The lungs breathe efficiently. The heart pumps harder into more robust vascularity surrounding the muscles used. Insulin sensitivity (the mechanism which stores carbs as fat or uses them for fuel) is optimized to keep the body energized and lean. Now it’s the holiday season. Friends, family, and people looking for free room and board show up, demanding our attention. Gym time is sacrificed to listening to Uncle John’s opinion on politics. Days go by, and they’ve become a prisoner to the entertaining and holiday banter, missing the gym. What happens next? Over the course of a week, you’ll lose little to nothing. Holidays, however, cover four weeks or more. After four weeks of no training, cycling subjects saw a max decrease of 20 percent. Endurance time to exhaustion was reduced by 25 percent. In weight-training subjects, six percent of muscle mass was lost in three weeks. In seven weeks, the entire gains of a strength training program which was seven weeks in duration was diminished. Insulin sensitivity begins to reduce around 72 hours after the last exercise session. This may sound extreme, but the body will resiliently hold onto the base levels of fitness for a long time — up to 12 weeks depending on the circumstance.
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Art Boutiqe & Framing
The gift of beautifully crafted art is one of the most profound gestures you can make to those you care about. At Wildflower Studio Art Boutique & Framing you’ll find many unique ways to put check-marks on your list, from stocking-stuffers to hostess gifts to ornaments created by artist-owner Chris Nelson. There is a set of unique, locally crafted leather bags that would make a special gift indeed, and there are jewelry and prints by Sisters artist Kathy Deggendorfer. Chris Nelson is known for her paintings of landscapes, songbirds and flowers. She is also a master in the art of framing. Bring in your art gift and Chris will frame it forever in its perfect setting. Depending on the nature of the work, there’s still time to get that work done before Christmas, but don’t wait till the last minute! Unique gifts speak volumes — and Wildflower Studio Art Boutique & Framing is the place to find them.
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“Best selection of shoes I’ve ever seen,” said one customer at Sundance Shoes. With the winds of winter blowing through Sisters, there’s been a rush on winter boots — Uggs, Sorrell, Bogs. You’re sure to find boots that suit your lifestyle, your fashion sense and your budget. And a pair of Hoffinger slippers are just the ticket for winter evenings before the fire. Sundance Shoes carries the best brands in the world — Birkenstock, Teva, Blundstone, Dansko. Keen, Merrell. Dress boots from Pikolinos are a hit. Shoes for the whole family can be found here, along with Smartwool socks to keep feet cozy. Pick up stockingstuffers like Brighton jewelry or huckleberry jams and candies. Special need? No problem. Sundance Shoes is proud of its customer service, and eager to help you find the right shoe or boot with the right fit.
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an older person. In the upper echelon of fitness, the top level of human performance is first to go. Base aerobic fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility takes a long time to go away. It’s the top percentage points which are what many competitive athletes are struggling for. This holiday season, don’t give up if conditions aren’t ideal for workouts. Don’t stress the small stuff; enjoy time with family. A single weight-training session performed once per week can be done to maintain fitness. A few shorter runs per week will get the job done for endurance. Don’t worry once January comes, join everyone who didn’t exercise at all in the last year and set a good example in returning to the gym.
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In subjects who were regular exercisers, one study did one set of a muscle group at 50 percent intensity. The subjects held onto their strength and muscle size. For endurance trainees, a reduction in 60 percent of training volume (total amount) and 30 percent of training frequency led to much slower decay. So, a few short runs and a single weight-lifting session — or even body-weight exercises —will suffice per week to maintain. Once you return to normal exercise, you’ll rebound much faster than the timeframe required to get the initial fitness. If you are more fit, or have been training longer, you’ll lose fitness more slowly. A young person will have a slower decline than
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Winter adventure awaits in Sisters Country — and Eurosports is ready to outfit the whole family. From grandparents to the little ones they have everything you need to hit the slopes and trails this winter. Renting downhill, cross-country and back-country skis, snowshoes and snowboards? Pick up your gear the night before or the morning-of! Eurosports offers one-stop shopping. Get your gear once and spend your time on the snow instead of in the rental line. Eurosports offers demo skis from Rossignol, and they can order any new Rossignol product for you — with 15 percent off suggested retail for special orders. The staff has years of experience and can help you find the right gear, get it tuned just right, and direct you to just the kind of winter adventure you are looking for. And you can enjoy a draft beer or a cider while you shop. Now that’s the holiday spirit!
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Put a whole lot of check-marks on your Christmas shopping list — and have a blast doing it — at the Jill Neal Gallery Christmas Blowout Sale Friday-Sunday, December 13-15, at the gallery at 183 E. Hood Ave. in Sisters. Jill Neal Gallery is going entirely online in 2020, so Jill is hosting a huge sale to offer wholesale prices on ceramic tapas plates; martini dessert plates; and martini coasters — this weekend only. There will be lots of markdowns: 20 percent off originals; 50 to 75 percent off select framed artwork. And all of this just in time for your Christmas shopping! Refreshments will be served, and a good time will be had by all. Jill Neal is also December’s featured artist in an exhibit at The Lodge at Black Butte Ranch. Find Jill Neal’s work at https://jillnealgallery.com.
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More than a short, dark day — By T. Lee Brown, Correspondent — People commonly refer to winter solstice as “the shortest day of the year,” but is that factual? Pat Leiser told The Nugget it’s just one of several “shortest days.” “For us in the Northern Hemisphere, (solstice) marks the fourth of eight days when the sun appears at its lowest point in the sky,” she said. These eight days are the shortest days of the year. Leiser said each day tops out at “8 hours and 53 minutes of sunlight, with nights lasting 15 hours and 7 minutes.” Leiser is part of Friends of the Labyrinth, a group that welcomes people to gather for the summer and winter solstices every year at Sisters Community Labyrinth. Most of the year, the sun appears to move more noticeably as the days change length and shadows grow shorter or longer. During the days of solstice, the sun seems to be stationary. Leiser noted that the word solstice derives from the Greek for “sun stopped.” “Today, modern scientific measurement (in seconds) indicates that the sun’s lowest point is at about 8 p.m. on December 21,” said Leiser. “The official first day of winter begins December 22 as the sun very slowly begins to rise again.” If the day is measured in minutes instead of seconds, however, the “sun-stopped” days last through December 25. Known in contemporary times as Christmas, on which Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, it has older origins. According to Leiser, on December 25 the Romans celebrated the birthday of Apollo. In the Greek and Roman pantheons of gods and goddesses, Apollo was a god of light, sun, music, and poetry. The sun’s official charioteer, Apollo harnessed four horses to his golden chariot every day, then pulled the sun across the sky. “As various ancient peoples began to note the sun’s position through the year, marking the winter and summer solstices, spring and fall equinoxes, they created corresponding celebrations,” Leiser said. “In the cold seasons in the north, it is understandable that these celebrations are often associated with fires, for warmth and light,” she
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Pat Leiser will bring fire and lore to the labyrinth on winter solstice. said. “Thus, the traditional Yule log at this time of year — although it is sometimes only replicated by a cake!” Friends of the Labyrinth and New Oregon Arts & Letters will host a winter solstice gathering Saturday, December 21 at 4:30 p.m. (see story, page 3). The tradition of the labyrinth is also apparently related to the solar system, said Leiser. A labyrinth’s path winds back and forth, which seems to reference “the apparent forward (eastern) progression, and intermittent backward (western) regression, of the five visible planets’ movements in the night sky in relation to the stars.” In Northern Europe, Leiser observed, the four intervening “cross-quarter days” also marked a change of seasons and deserved honor. These traditions are kept alive by modern peoples who celebrate Lammastide in August (or Lughnasadh, as it is known in Gaelic), Mayday (Beltane or Beáltaine), and the various seasonal happenings of late October and early November (All Saint’s Day, Halloween, Samhain, and El Día de los Muertos). Leiser said she became fascinated by “humans’ ingenuity in recording patterns in the earth’s annual orbit in the solar system” while teaching science to elementary school students.
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LABYRINTH: Event marks Winter Solstice Continued from page 3
along with cultural and scientific knowledge (see related story, page 26). “I enjoy celebrating the labyrinth walks through the year on days that have a significance for people all over the world,” she said. Community labyrinth walks “allow us to appreciate together our relationships to the rhythms of the solar system and nature,” said Leiser, “and honor our capacity to understand them.” During a walk, participants “contemplate the flow of each of our own personal experiences of doubt and hope through the seasons of darkness and light.” The solstice gathering offers “a great way to take a break and get centered, no matter how busy you are during the holiday season,” said Jan McGowan, a Sisters Community Labyrinth cofounder and current committee member. “There is magic in walking silently among a crowd of people doing the same,” she said. “You have the opportunity for personal
reflection, while being part of something larger.” McGowan noted, “As you walk, you begin to notice the same people passing you on another place on the path. Your experience is individual, yet interwoven. Beautiful! And cool!” People from all spiritual traditions and walks of life are invited to join in. The group asks that participants dress warmly and bring a flashlight. A warm beverage in a well-insulated vessel is a good idea, too. After an opening circle at 4:30 p.m., participants will enact a silent walking meditation through the labyrinth’s curves, beginning at 4:45 p.m. Afterward, folks are welcome to sip their drinks around the fire. Sisters Community Labyrinth gatherings are typically 45 to 60 minutes long. Silent meditations are difficult to manage with young children in tow. Any families wishing to take part may contact New Oregon Arts & Letters by December 20 via email to neworegonarts@ gmail.com. A separate, special walk will be scheduled earlier in the day for families if there is a need. The labyrinth is located
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Last year’s winter solstice at Sisters Community Labyrinth featured evergreens and red bows. in East Portal on West Hood Avenue. East Portal is the U.S. Forest Service site where Highway 20 and Highway 242 meet, roughly between Bi-Mart and Les Schwab. This park-like area is generally closed and gated off in winter. Gates will be open for this Solstice event, but restrooms will be closed. The event is co-presented by New Oregon Arts & Letters and the Friends of the Labyrinth Committee at Sisters Park & Recreation District. For updates and details, see www.neworegon. org/events.
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A season of gratitude in Sisters Jennifer Knowles-Seher and Deri Frazee offered reflections of Thanksgiving... Looking back to the 6th annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, it continues to amaze me how awesome the day ends up to be every single year. So many people get together to give to their friends, neighbors, and family. So many people gathering to share a meal together and enjoy the company. It truly humbles and inspires me to be the best version of me I can be. This year was no exception to the amazing contributions by individuals and businesses to create a delicious, traditional meal. Iʼd like to thank the following, who without them, we couldnʼt do this: The Nugget Newspaper, Rayʼs Food Place, Sno Cap Drive-In, Sisters Meat and Smokehouse, Reserʼs Fine Foods, and Sisters Bakery. A giant hug and thank-you for XPress Printing and Mission Linen as well. Finally, and most definitely, never enough thank-yous to Kimber Finney for coordinating the volunteers! All together, we served over 450 plates of food to the hungry masses and the Sisters RPFD. Eighteen turkeys in total were carved (and they were delicious!), along with ham, potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, corn, and handmade gravy. Plenty of salads, rolls, and desserts rounded out the amazing food. Thank you, Sisters, for being the community that cares for its people. Until next year!
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SANTA PAWS: Event supports families and pets in Sisters Continued from page 21
“The kids are more enthusiastic about selling more wreaths this year since the funds go to the new playground thatʼs being built this summer,” said Gonzales. “Itʼs not your typical swing set and monkey bars, itʼs an all-natural wood environment with obstacle courses, itʼs going to be unique. There will also be an outdoor classroom area for the students.” Daniel added, “We need our design proposal approved by the Forest Service. The Forest Service historian has to dig and do test plots to make sure there is nothing underground of archaeological significance.”
It ʼs b een a t o u g h y e a r f o r Deggendorfer, with the recent passing of her mother, Gert Boyle. She noted, “I came back to Sisters from Portland after the memorial service last Thursday for the open house to support Furry Friends Foundation, Three Sisters Historical Society, and the Black Butte School fundraiser. “Iʼm just hanging in there, and my friends Laura Fouts and Debbie Barns have been so helpful setting this up for me. Since the Art Works building was sold last summer to the Sisters Folk Festival, I wanted this to be a last hurrah for the nonprofits.” To donate to Furry Friends Foundation, stop by the Furry Friends office at 204 W. Adams Ave., Ste. 109, donate online at www.
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Dear Santa, I want to be less lonely:
Unwrapping the gift of intimacy
Your Story MATTERS
Audry Van Houweling, PMHNP Columnist
This is always a very busy time of year to be a mental health provider. Amid the twinkling lights, snowflakes, and seasonal cheer, feelings of loss and loneliness often can permeate and subdue holiday merriment. Loneliness is pervasive anyway, and its grasp can tighten on too many hearts this time of year. And despite ever-growing, media-driven platforms offering fleeting hits of validation and connection, it seems the feelings of loneliness are only on the rise. Depression, anxiety, and trauma can all be both perpetuated by and exacerbated by loneliness. Loneliness is not always married to social isolation. A person can be desperately lonely when also surrounded by people. It is not uncommon that some of the most likeable and giving among us are also very lonely. Loneliness is a feeling of being alone despite not actually being alone. It is often reinforced by the walls we put up with the belief that we are somehow keeping ourselves safer behind our fortress, when in actuality we repeatedly diminish our
authenticity and self-trust. It is a feeling of not being truly “known.” Yet, we have become experts at crafting filtered personas of success and wellness, and we have also been duped to believe the filtered portrayals of others. Our social media profiles may allow for more “connections,” but don’t be fooled to believe that the currency of “likes,” comments, and follows can take the place of true connection — let alone intimacy. We have become masters of small talk, of keeping things surface level. We can fear exploring our own depths and often assume it would be burdensome or too time consuming to explore the depths of others. Many of us crave moments where we can let down our walls and loosen the reins, but we can convince ourselves that the risks of vulnerability outweigh the benefits. This can all be a bit heavy, and we may find ourselves seeking moments of perceived relief through distraction and numbing. Intimacy is the antidote to loneliness. Intimacy is the merging of true vulnerability and connection, and it demands we have true interactions soul-to-soul, faceto-face, flesh-to-flesh. It is not simply broadcasting our feelings on a virtual interface. It requires reciprocity. It requires time, energy, and intention. It is the art of allowing our hearts to be both loved and broken, to give
and receive, to have dreams realized and interrupted, to expose our whole self and to seek the wholeness of another. It is the acceptance of the pain that will inevitably come with full disclosure, but the knowledge that it is only within the fundamental disclosure of intimacy that we truly find acceptance. Intimacy demands that we question the pride we take in rugged individualism and solo venturing and that we allow for the sharing of our suffering, talents, joy, sadness, and success. Humans are meant to have a tribe as part of our emotional and physical survival. Nonconformity has its merits, and sometimes it is worth being lonely for while if it means standing against harm or hate, but to stay lonely is only so sustainable. So this holiday season let’s try to have meaningful moments of true connection, of intimacy. Let’s take a moment to verbalize our love for each other, to say thank you, to say sorry, to forgive, to ask for, and to receive. Let’s help others let their walls down by letting our walls down bit by bit. Let’s acknowledge and share the sadness rather than run from it. Let’s acknowledge the joy rather than convincing ourselves that the other shoe will drop. Let’s move closer despite the fear. Wishing you an intimate holiday season full of meaningful connection.
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