This is the season when we remind ourselves of all we have to be thankful for: the natural beauty that surrounds us; the bonds of a strong community; friends and family who bring us joy. We are also fortunate to live in a community of creative makers, who provide food, gifts, and experiences that offer real meaning and lasting value. Meet them here…
• St. Lucia Day Fun, Fri., Dec. 13
• Holiday fundraiser
• Cookie decorating kits
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— By Kema Clark, Correspondent —
It can be stressful and difficult to think about Christmas morning being just around the corner, since there may be only one or two paychecks until the big day. There are many ways to enjoy the holidays without putting yourself in a deep hole that will take months to dig out of.
Start off by making a list of the family and friends you want to share the spirit of Christmas with. When you’re making the list, you’ll be thinking about why these people are on your list and what they mean to you — you can use those thoughts in some of the suggestions below.
• Write a note to the people you’re giving a gift to and try to say what you love or appreciate about them. The notes will make people as happy as a wrapped gift will.
bring a wrapped gift, at an agreed upon max price. Put a number on each gift, then after your meal, everyone picks a number. There will be a lot of laughter and surprises.
• Give a “coupon book” of monthly fun or service: house or auto cleaning; IOU to mow grass or help plant flowers or vegetables; play poker, Scrabble, pickle ball, or basketball together; babysit to give young parents a date night. Think of who you’re gifting and imagine what they would enjoy — add those things to the book.
• Gifts that are low cost but mean a lot can include: lunch at a local park; a short road trip to Smith Rock or the Painted Hills; their choice of a special meal (tell them you need a few days notice to get ready!).
• Create a “name draw” and set a price limit for all gifts. Draw names from a hat or use a “name draw” website. One easy site is www.DrawNames.com. Enter all the first names, then set a max price. Each person chooses “Draw Name,” and gets a name assigned. Everyone can put in their “wish list” of things they’d like to get, so whoever draws their name can pick a gift.
• If you like the fun of everyone opening multiple gifts: put a dollar limit on how much can be spent on gifts, then ask everyone to share a list of things they want or need in that price range; get a photo printed and frame it; knit, crochet, or paint something unique.
• Having a dinner at someone’s home, with everyone bringing one dish or dessert, can be the perfect celebration. Everyone can
• You don’t need expensive wrapping paper. Paper bags are excellent — you (or the kids) draw pictures on the paper or write notes. This will mean more to the person getting the gift than fancy paper they rip off. Save The Nugget and use it (the great pictures or articles will look good on top), or a kitchen towel for wrapping so they can use the towel and enjoy the gift.
• Look for places in Sisters with used items, or places with individual booths. You’ll find several books or puzzles for the price of one, a jacket or sweater for much less than one ordered online, dishes, candles, and more — all priced low and like new.
• Read every page of The Nugget. Sisters’ local businesses will be showing specials and sales, and you don’t want to miss any. Visit all local businesses, because there will be additional sales inside.
• If you happen to be one of the lucky people whose bank account runneth over, make sure everyone knows it makes your holidays happier when you can share and make their holidays happier.
Bottom line — you’ve heard it before — it’s the thought that counts. Tell people why you care about them and why you appreciate the things they do. Every person on your list will have a happy holiday if they know that someone cares about them and appreciates them. And they will carry that happiness into 2025 and beyond.
Hunting for wonderful, locally crafted gifts at the Three Sisters Lions Club’s Annual Holiday Faire has long been one of Sisters’ favorite local traditions.
This year, the Faire will be held at the former site of the Sisters Habitat Thrift Store, next to The Fly Fisher’s Place on West Main Avenue, from November 29 through December 21.
The expansive and welcoming space allows the Lions to host 38 vendors, offering a wonderful blend of the tried-and-true and the fresh-and-new. Savvy shoppers in Sisters know that the Holiday Faire offers a wonderful opportunity to buy locally crafted decorations for the holidays, and handmade gifts that will mean a lot to those on your list.
You’ll find ornaments, home crafts, jams and jellies, hand-poured candles, handmade soaps, and much, much more.
And shopping at the Faire does a lot for the local community. Proceeds support Lions Club initiatives for sight and hearing, pediatric cancer, and trade school scholarships for graduating seniors.
Volunteers in the greater Sisters area are once again celebrating the holiday season with several activities during the month of December.
The main fire station holiday lights display is back this year. Shift Captain Gary Lovegren rebuilt the displays so the entire community can enjoy them again. The station lights will be turned on after the Sisters Christmas Parade on Saturday, and will be available for drive-by enjoyment throughout the month of December. The light display is accompanied by music each evening from parade day until after Christmas.
The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire & Ambulance Association is sponsoring the annual “Spirit of Christmas Giving Tree” program to provide Christmas gifts to families in need in Sisters Country this holiday season. The Association expects to serve close to 200 children this year.
Gifts are available to children from newborn to seniors in high school of low-income families who live within the Sisters or Black Butte School Districts. Applications for the program are available to be picked up now at the following locations: Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District, Sisters Kiwanis Foodbank, Furry Friends, and the Family Access Network office in Sisters. Applications are due by Friday, December 6, at 5 p.m., in order to receive a gift. Get your applications in early, so your request can be filled.
To donate to the Spirit of Christmas Program, collect a tag with items requested by the families at one of our “Spirit of Christmas Giving Trees,” purchase a new gift listed on the tag, deliver the unwrapped gifts with the tag to the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District as soon as possible, and by no later than December 13. Spirit of Christmas trees are located at Sisters Ray’s Food Place, Sisters Bi-Mart, SistersCamp Sherman Fire Station, and Black Butte Ranch Police Department. Tags will be available to collect from all locations beginning Wednesday, November 27.
Program leader for the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District, Angela Linker, said, “While monetary donations are appreciated, the best way to help fulfill the community needs is to pick a gift tag for a child from one of the trees and purchase specific gifts requested by the families, rather than just donating a non-specific gift.”
The deadline to return your gift donation to the Fire Station is Friday, December 13, at 5 p.m. The gift requests that are not filled by the community will be filled by Fire District volunteer shoppers using donated funds, which means that no qualifying child will be left without a gift.
For folks that would like to participate in the program, but are unable to purchase a specific gift, the Association will also accept cash donations, which are tax deductible and will go toward gift buying. Cash donations can be made at the main fire station at 301 S. Elm St. in Sisters, by mail at PO Box 1509, Sisters, OR, 97759 or online at www.sistersfire.com.
Families will pick up their donated gifts via a drive-through event on Saturday, December 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District main station at 301 South Elm Street in Sisters.
On Christmas Day, Fire District staff and volunteers will once again prepare a traditional Christmas dinner which will be served from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Community Hall at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District at 301 S. Elm St. in downtown Sisters. No reservation is necessary, just come join us for a beautiful meal.
The Fire District thanks partnering agencies and community organizations for their support and assistance with making this holiday season special for our Sisters Country families: Sisters Kiwanis, Furry Friends, Black Butte Ranch Police, Toys for Tots, Ray’s Food Place, and Sisters Bi-Mart.
For more information, contact the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District at 541-549-0771.
The folks at Luckey’s Woodsman love the holidays. They are committed to filling this special time with joy — and making it easy on all of us who are busy trying to
Luckey’s Woodsman invites the community to join them for a special tree-lighting at the restaurant on Saturday, November 30, at 6 p.m. at 352 E. Hood Ave. It’s a great way to kick off the season in convivial company. They’re a vendor for Christmas Tree permits, and the restaurant is festive with holiday decor.
Starting December 1, you can order up the famous Roast Beast Holiday Kit, featuring beef from the local Well Rooted Farms, smoked for eight hours, with bone-marrow au jus. Just heat it up and you have an exceptional Christmas dinner.
The goal is to take the stress out of the holidays for Sisters folks.
Luckey’s Woodsman also hosts a giving tree for donation of gifts for local seniors. It’s all part of the spirit of the season, where they just want everyone to feel loved.
One of my first jobs out of college was as a fitness coach and lifestyle expert at the Santa Barbara YMCA. My boss asked me to create a display about weight loss and mental wellness during the holidays. The two facts that stuck with me even 16 years later are:
The average American gains 0.8 to 2 pounds during the holiday season that they never get rid of, and 38 percent of people say their stress rates increase during the holidays.
I would like to tell you up front that this article is not about weight loss. I don’t think it’s fair or realistic to say “don’t eat this” or “stay away from that.” This article is to talk about all the opportunities during this season to stay mentally and physically healthy.
• Get enough sleep
It is tempting to stay up late cleaning, baking, prepping, wrapping, and decorating, but the more you can stay consistent with your typical sleep schedule, the smoother your day will feel. There are obviously things beyond our control (i.e. excited children who wake up before Santa has even arrived), but routine is important for NREM and REM sleep. To help you feel more balanced and to prevent overeating and overspending, aim to get plenty of sleep when you can. Aim to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends or holidays. It might be tempting to sleep in, but it disrupts your circadian rhythm. The more you can stick to your sleep schedule, the better. When sleeping in an environment we are not used to, our brains are on constant alert during the night. Don’t be surprised to feel groggy when you are sleeping in a new place. If you do get a poor night’s sleep, be kind to yourself the next day. Drink more water, practice deep breathing and meditation, and spend some time outdoors in the morning sun.
Pro tip: Avoid napping, caffeine, alcohol consumption, and large meals right before bed. All these habits can contribute to a poor night’s sleep if you do them too close to bedtime.
• Set boundaries
When visiting relatives or having friends in your home, it is easy to sacrifice your needs and desires for others. Remember that you have permission to say no. Take time for yourself and try to stick to your normal
schedule as much as possible. Especially for individuals with ADHD and other mental health conditions, sticking with a routine is important. Amid traveling, invitations to social events, and people coming into and out of your home, it’s very easy to detract from your normal routine. If you feel pressured to commit to too much or obligated to attend an event that will stretch your day out, find ways where you can take time for yourself. Be intentional when you do make plans or say yes to things. Consider what is most important to you during the holiday season. So that you can have the most meaningful holiday experience, be intentional with whom you want to spend your time and how you want to feel. Stay focused on what matters most to you.
Pro tip: Even if your afternoon schedule is committed to social events, and company, stick to your normal morning routine or take a walk in the middle of the day to be in nature and reconnect to your own thoughts and needs. A study done by Harvard shows that nature can boost your mood.
• Just breathe
Deep breathing activates your body’s “rest and digest” response, which signals the brain to relax. Chemicals like noradrenaline, which affects your focus, distractibility, and sense of control, can be helped through deep nasal breath work. Controlled breathing can lower your blood pressure and heart rate. Wow. Breathing is important, right? We breathe all the time though, so why is this worth mentioning? Most people breathe with the top one third of their lungs, but they fail to utilize the bottom two thirds, which is where nitric oxide is stored. If we are breathing in through our mouths or taking short, shallow breaths, we are not getting any of the benefits listed previously. Learn how to slow down and focus on full breaths. Try box breathing, where you inhale for a count of four seconds, hold four seconds, exhale for a count of four and hold for four seconds. If you are having trouble relaxing or falling asleep, inhale for a count of four and exhale for a count of eight several times. This helps calm the mind and bring our bodies into a parasympathetic state (rest and digest).
Pro tip: Take five (deep breaths). Take
In 31 years as a widely traveled interior designer, Dahli Brant has collected a treasure trove of home decor, from antiques to new lines of furniture — items that she thought would be great for clients. Now, she’s bringing all of those treasures to the public in Sisters Country at her new shop, Tumalo Home and Design.
Tumalo Home and Design is hosting an opening to introduce themselves to the community on Saturday, November 30, from noon to 5 p.m., with food and drink to celebrate the season. There will be 10 percent off on some products and candles, items that make great gifts or stocking stuffers.
A selection of custom upholstery pieces allows you to design your own sofas or chairs to make your home truly your own with unique and special home decor items.
Tumalo Home and Design will be open Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Follow them on Instagram to find out about special monthly offers.
— By Ashlee Francis, Columnist —
five slow, deep breaths in and out through the nose. Studies have shown that this simple act can increase positivity, decrease emotional reactivity, improve brain health, and promote feelings of calmness. If you are feeling overwhelmed, trace each of your fingers as you breathe. Trace up to the tip of the finger with each inhale and down to the base of the palm with each exhale. Slow down your breathing and notice how it affects the tension in your shoulders and jaw.
• Maintain your fitness values
If you typically exercise five days a week, try to make time to continue your routine. If you are staying at a hotel, see if the facility has a gym. If you don’t have access to weights, try an online Pilates or yoga routine. If you like to run and it is too icy outside, do an indoor plyometric circuit. Be kind to yourself if you do miss a day of staying active or if you’re not able to push yourself as hard as normal. Sometimes what our nervous system needs is a day of rest or active recovery. I personally struggle with deep sleep when I miss a day of working out, so if you are the same, to stay sane and boost your mental health, get creative with your exercise.
Pro tip: Get your family and friends involved. Take your grandfather for a walk around the block. Toss a football with your nephews. Stack wood for your neighbors. Go for a hike with a couple of friends. Have a dance party in the kitchen with your spouse while you make stuffing and pie. There are so many ways to keep your fitness and still engage with the people around you.
• Hydrate
Not only do water and minerals help your joints and body feel and function better, they also help with digestion and they make you feel more satiated so you are less likely to splurge on sugary treats. When we are busy, we sometimes forget to drink water. With the cold, dry weather on top of the extra amount of caffeinated and alcoholic beverages we may partake in, dehydration can often take a toll on the body and make us feel moody
and unbalanced. Aim to drink half your body weight in ounces a day. Water helps boost energy and flushes toxins from the body.
Pro tip: Stop drinking water and other beverages an hour before bed, so you don’t have to wake up multiple times in the evening to empty your bladder.
• Make healthy choices, but don’t restrict yourself
If you want a second slice of pie, have the second slice of pie! The holidays are a time to make small allowances and treat yourself. If you are stressed about weight gain, watch your portion sizes and make healthy choices in other areas, such as taking a walk instead of watching television, or hydrating and sleeping well to boost your digestion. Too much sugar and salt can have a negative impact on your mood, motivation, sleep, and energy. Indulge, but do so in moderation and don’t allow yourself to feel guilty about it afterward.
Pro tip: Be intentional about what you choose to indulge in and be proud of yourself for making the conscious decision to do something that is bringing you joy.
As we navigate the holiday season, it’s essential to prioritize our mental and physical wellness amidst the hustle and bustle. By focusing on meeting our individual needs, we can cultivate a healthier and more fulfilling holiday experience. This time of the year is not just about the festivities, but also about nourishing ourselves and creating meaningful connections with those we love. Embrace the season with intention so you can show up more fully for the activities and people you cherish. Let this season be an opportunity for joy and well-being.
The folks at Radiant Day Spa love the Sisters community. To show their appreciation this holiday season, they’re offering a special package — the Good Tidings Gift Box — that makes treating yourself or a loved one to luxuriant care easy and affordable.
The Good Tidings Gift Box includes a 90-minute massage, a full-size bottle of Éminence body oil, and a full-size essential oil, all gift-wrapped and including an Éminence product catalogue. Each box is made to order (see QR code and link in ad). The package is a $255 value priced at only $200.
Radiant Day Spa uses only the finest quality products and offers an experience that is not only relaxing and recharging, but also healthful. This is especially important in winter, when the body craves relief from dehydration and dry skin the cold weather brings.
The Good Tidings Gift Box makes a wonderful Christmas gift for a loved one — or get one as a way of rewarding yourself this holiday season.
— By Bill Bartlett, Correspondent —
Google “deer caught in Christmas lights” and you will get not hundreds, but thousands of articles, photos, and social media threads discussing the phenomenon. Elk are not immune to the problem either, although deer seem to be the most vulnerable.
Given that we share Sisters Country so freely with thousands of mule deer, it has no doubt occurred here and readers will probably let us know.
It sounds humorous upon first reading and images and memes can be highly entertaining — unless you are the deer in distress.
Deer mating season in Oregon runs into December when males are in antlers. Such bucks will rub their antlers against almost anything. Bucks rub their antlers to remove the itchy velvet coating that develops over the summer. Or to mark their presence and stake a claim on an area. The scent from the glands on their foreheads attracts potential mates and discourages other male deer.
The process ordinarily only takes about 24 hours. If they rub against trees, shrubs, or fences with holiday lights, it’s possible those lights could wind up snagged in the animal’s antlers.
It’s hard to predict what deer might snag. Homeowners can reduce the risk by common sense efforts. Wildlife biologists recommend attaching lights above the reach of deer in large trees. Stringing the lights in low shrubbery or fence lines could end up endangering the animal.
Anything tangled in antlers can stress the deer, causing it to spend time and energy trying to remove the object at the expense of feeding and resting.
Generally, a deer can free itself from the light strand, but usually the animal just waits until late winter when it naturally sheds its antlers, and everything falls off.
If you encounter such a deer or elk, especially the latter, it’s probably best to ignore it. Capturing and handling the deer can be worse for the animal than leaving it alone. Trying to immobilize a deer can be so stressful the deer dies. And injury to you is possible.
Managing the problem
Wildlife managers advise against draping
lights over shrubs and bushes under five-feet high. Trees with trunk diameters of two to six inches are most likely to be rubbed by bucks and bulls, so only string lights on larger diameter trees.
Use multiple short strands of lights plugged together versus one long strand so that if animals become entangled, they will have less cord to deal with.
Avoid stringing lights “clothesline” style across open areas. Attach lights securely to tree limbs, gutters, or fence posts.
Vehicle and deer collisions increase during the holidays
Being mating season around the holidays, more deer are on the move and crossing roads in pursuit of a mate. A combination of darkness early in the evening, a higher number of deer in motion, and drivers in the holiday spirit whose festivities may have impaired their reaction time, increases the risk of collision.
Deer, nocturnal feeders, catch us off guard. It’s a dangerous event when a deer enters the roadway at night. Accidents happen frequently because drivers don’t know what to do when they see a deer on the road. Drivers are often going too fast to be able to react safely.
The first instinct drivers make is to dodge the animals. That often leads to the swerving vehicle hitting a tree, guardrail, or other obstacle.
Law enforcement and first responders have one uniformly, commonsense piece of advice: slow down.
For four decades, Mitch and Michelle Deaderick have been making Christmas
The renowned potters and sculptors will open their shop at 17192 Jordan Rd. on December 7 and 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., for their annual home show. The event has become a pilgrimage for people Christmas shopping for meaningful gifts that support the local arts community. Folks in Sisters will enjoy their beautiful pottery, delicious treats — and lots of holiday cheer. As Michelle says, “it’s better than going to the mall to shop.”
These Sisters makers create gifts that have real meaning — gifts that stand the test of time. Their work has been treasured for generations now. Many a person in Sisters has a favorite coffee mug that they’ve enjoyed every day for decades, one that came off the wheel right here in
The Deadericks will open their kiln during the show so that people can see how the magic is made. Their work is also available in town at Sisters Gallery & Frame Shop, 222 W. Hood Ave.
Spread the joy with Sisters Coffee this holiday season.
This year, we’re making holiday gifting easier (and tastier) with a variety of thoughtfully curated options. The Maker’s Gift Box brings a taste of Central Oregon with Holiday Cheer Blend, locally made chocolate, and tea. The Cozy Up Box offers a simple, classic pairing of Holiday Cheer Blend and an insulated travel mug. For the coffee connoisseur, the Sumatra and Villatoro Collection Boxes feature curated sets of single origins that are sure to impress.
Looking for something else? Check out the Miir insulated coffee carafe, the topo hoodie inspired by the mountain range we call home, and other classic Sisters Coffee merch. Gift cards are always a perfect choice for the coffee lovers in your life.
Shop online at sisterscoffee.com or visit the café to pick up your holiday favorites in person. Need larger quantities for corporate gifting? Email customercare@ sisterscoffee.com for discounts on orders of 50-plus bags.
And don’t forget: our Gift Subscriptions offer fresh-roasted coffee delivered with flexible plans to fit any schedule.
Take a trip back in time this holiday season with a visit to the Sisters Museum located at 151 N. Spruce St.
The Museum’s home is a historic site – it was Sisters’ original library building in 1939. It was later moved, eventually remodeled, and renamed the Old Maida Bailey Library in honor of a local pioneer and rancher dedicated to her love of books. Those strolling and shopping through town can take in the Museum’s exhibits, view unique artifacts, and see a treasure trove of historic photos from early Sisters and her pioneers. Docents are available for
There is a selection of wonderful local history books, volunteer-made ornaments, and a custom puzzle showcasing the Sisters Museum with a photo by Sisters photographer Jerry Baldock.
Three Sisters Historical Society provides oral history interviews on tape, offers a resource library, has special children’s activities, and presents a historically-oriented speaker series of Fireside events. In 2025 look for a new exhibit on Sisters Country’s historic ranches and farms.
It’s Christmas time — which means that the legendary Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show (SOQS) is only half a year away.
As we look forward to July, SOQS is gearing up for a special celebration — its 50th anniversary! This milestone highlights half a century of creativity, community, and the enduring art of quilting. SOQS has grown into a beloved institution that defines the spirit of Sisters — and this landmark event relies on community support to keep the tradition alive.
This holiday season, honor a favorite quilter with the gift of “Friend of the Show” status. This unique partnership celebrates their passion while supporting SOQS’s mission for this historic year. It’s a gift that includes:
The gift that makes everyone’s dreams come true, with no returns!
Give the gift of a fresh, locally sourced, healthy meal this holiday season. Local women-owned food cart located at The Barn. 541-595-8246 | rootboundfoodcart.com
Treat yourself and give the gift of art this holiday. Celebrate Oregon arts and the Love of Local at Makin’ it Local. 541-904-4722 | www.makinitlocal.com
LUCKEY’S
Give a gift card for our restaurant farm-to-table food and camper kits. $10 off when you buy $50 worth of gift cards. We cater holiday meals too! 541-904-4450 | www.luckeyswoodsman.com
LAKE
Spread some cheer with gift cards for a relaxing stay in a cozy cabin, some delicious pastries, or some cool merchandise! 541-588-2150 | lakecreeklodge.com
SHIBUI
Give a Gift of Wellness! A Shibui Spa gift certificate is the perfect way to show your loved one just how much they mean to you. 541-549-6164 | shibuispa.com
• An exclusive invitation to the SOQS spring kick-off event.
• Early-access tickets to 50th-anniversary events and programs.
• Priority seating at select events and more.
Make this holiday season truly memorable with a gift that honors quilting’s past, celebrates its present, and supports its future — a gift that inspires year-round!
Give the gift of grooming! Treat your pet to premium care. Holiday appointments and gift certificates available. Book now! 541-639-2891 | sistersgroomery.com
TAKODA’S
Our gift cards make great stocking stuffers! We welcome you to dine in with friends or take-out for quick and delicious holiday meals at home. 541-549-8620 | www.takodassisters.com
STITCHIN’ POST
A gift card opens up a world of options! We have fabrics, yarns, art & quilting supplies, books, patterns, gifts, and more! 541-549-6061 | www.stitchinpost.com
Celebrate the holidays with friends and family! 30 wines by the glass, three flight levels and 350+ bottles. Gift cards and gift “stockings” available. 541-965-3284 | friendsandvine.com
Thursday • November 28
Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Sisters Community Church, 1300 McKenzie Hwy., 12-4 p.m. Free Thanksgiving meal with all the fixin’s! Everyone is welcome. Information: 541-390-4597
Friday • November 29
Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling at Black Butte Ranch Lodge entrance, 5:30 to 6 p.m. Information: BlackButteRanch.com/Holidays
Saturday • November 30
Pictures with Santa & Craft Fair at Commonplace Homeschool Co-op, 1307 W. McKinney Butte Rd. Pictures with Santa 10 a.m. to noon, craft fair and Krispy Kreme donut sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: www.commonplacesisters.com
Holiday Palooza & Parade
Christmas parade on Main Avenue at 3:30 p.m. followed by the tree lighting ceremony at Fir Street Park. Sponsored by SPRD. Info: www.sistersrecreation.com
Tree Lighting Ceremony at Luckey’s Woodsman, 6 to 8 p.m. Sing along! Pictures with Santa or Hodag and the Gang. Free hot cocoa for the kids. Tree permits available. Bring an ornament to hang on the tree or wear and an ugly sweater for 10% discount
Thursday • December 5
Shutter Holiday Card Making Workshop at Sisters Library, 110 N Cedar St., 1:30-3:30 p.m. Craft beautiful holiday cards using a sliding shutter technique to reveal a hidden design. Information & registration: dpl.libnet.info/event/12124219
December 5-15
“What the Dickens” Play presented by Silent Echo Theater Company Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. (except 12/14) at Sisters Middle School, 15200 McKenzie Hwy. Tickets & information: www.silentechotheatercompany.com
Friday • December 6
BBS Holiday Bazaar at Camp Sherman Community Hall, 13025 Metolius River, Camp Sherman. 5-8 p.m. Beautiful, handcrafted wreaths and unique gifts await, all while supporting the Black Butte School community. Come by to shop! Information: www.bbswreaths.com
Saturday • December 7
BBS Holiday Bazaar
at Camp Sherman Community Hall, 13025 Metolius River, Camp Sherman. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beautiful, handcrafted wreaths and unique gifts await, all while supporting the Black Butte School community. Information: www.bbswreaths.com
Metolius Preserve Tree Hunt
Join the Land Trust for family-friendly event! Cut your own free-range holiday tree, enjoy hot drinks, wreath making, and merriment! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: www.deschuteslandtrust.org/ hikes-events/hikes/tree-hunt-2024
Sunday • December 8
Holiday Makers Market
at The Barn in Sisters, 171 E. Main Ave., featuring an amazing selection of local artists. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visit with Santa at Spoons, 473 E. Hood Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: 541-719-0572
Monday • December 9
Visit with Santa at Spoons, 473 E. Hood Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: 541-719-0572
Thursday • December 12
Winter Storytime, a performance by Black Butte School, 6:30 p.m. at Camp Sherman Community Hall, 13025 National Forest Development Road 1419, Camp Sherman. Students will perform two short plays:” The Mitten” and “The Real Deal.” Free and open to the public. Information: 541-595-6203
Friday • December 13
Holiday Showcase
at Sisters High School auditorium, 7 p.m.
A showcase of acts from within our community. Suggested donation of $5 to support choir and band programs. Information: steven.livingston@ssd6.org
Saturday • December 14
Sunday • December 15
Breakfast with Santa at Black Butte Ranch Lodge. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., reservations required. Information: BlackButteRanch.com/Holidays
Wednesday • December 18
Solstice Book Flood community gathering and paperback book exchange at Paulina Springs Books, 252 W. Hood Ave., 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: paulinaspringsbooks.com
Thursday • December 19
C4C Hosting Let’s Sing! at Sisters Senior Living, 4-4:45 p.m., 411 E. Carpenter Ln.; then at The Barn, 5:15 p.m., 171 E. Main Ave. Sip cocoa, celebrate, play games, and sing at this free family-friendly caroling party! Info: www.citizens4community.com
Holiday Watercolor People Blobs Class 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Sisters Library, 110 N. Cedar St. Lee Kellogg will teach you how to make people from blobs of watercolor paint. All levels of skill welcome. Turn your new skills into greeting cards! Information & registration: dpl.libnet.info/event/12267195
Saturday • December 21
Pictures with Santa at Sisters Depot, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., by donation to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Parents can take free photos while kiddos tell Santa what they wish for. Come early to reserve your spot. Info: www.sistersdepot.com
Santa Claus is Visiting Sisters Bakery, 251 E. Cascade Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon. Photos, letter writing, and treats. Information: www.facebook.com/sistersbakeryoregon
Sunday • December 22
Breakfast with Santa at Sisters Depot. Seatings at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 12 p.m. Reservations required: www.sistersdepot.com
Tuesday • December 24
Visit with Santa at Spoons, 473 E. Hood Ave., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: 541-719-0572
Pet Photos with Santa at Cascade Pet, 372 W. Hood Ave. $5 donation to benefit Furry Friends of Sisters or Deschutes County Humane Society. Brought to you by Miss Sew It All and Cascade Pet. Information: facebook.com/cascadepetgrooming
Santa Claus is Visiting Sisters Bakery, 251 E. Cascade Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon. Photos, letter writing, and treats. Information: www.facebook.com/sistersbakeryoregon Winter Dance Recital: City Sidewalks presented by Sisters Dance Academy at Sisters High School auditorium, 1700 W. McKinney Butte Rd., 1 and 6:30 p.m. Tickets & information: www.danceinsisters.com
Wednesday • December 25
Community Christmas Dinner at Sisters Firehouse, 301 S. Elm St. Information: www.sistersfire.com
December 26-31
Carriage Rides
at Black Butte Ranch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tickets required, book early at: BlackButteRanch.com/Holidays
