Sally's Camp

The following is a service opportunity brought to us by the Relief Society group, "Angels Among Us".

The Salvation Army "Sally's Camp" (following in the book 'Breakfast at Sally's' theme) is now under development.

Families from all over the county will be cared for at this camp site.

Major Baker and others met with the city of Bremerton earlier this week and plans are moving forward quickly. We plan on being operational no later than 1-1-'11.

There will be 10 4-person tents (these are being requested individually) plus a central, larger tent (already secured) that will have heat, stove, fridge, microwave, table and chairs for doing homework, etc. Families will be screened through KCR and all will have case management which will provide connections on resources and help getting in to affordable housing. There will be background checks on all involved; no sex offenders permitted at all. Health, fire, police and other orgs are ensuring that the safety and security of the families is paramount. We are all working together with The Salvation Army (TSA) to provide a temporary, emergency shelter to these families that would otherwise be living in their vehicles or tents without warmth, security or sanitation.

To do this we need your help.
* We need to fund two sani-cans at the site, both approx. $130/mo for six months.

* We need to cover the increased costs of garbage, water, sewer, electricity, etc. that TSA will incur.

* There is a need for paper products of all types: cups, bowls, plates, paper towels, T-paper, diapers, and plastic eating utensils.

* Sleeping bags rated 32 degrees or lower, adult and child size. When the severe weather shelters are operational, families who wish to go will be shuttled over and back. Others can stay in the main heated tent.

* Single size air mattresses are needed as insulation beneath the sleeping bags.

* Battery-free hand crank lanterns for each tent (amazon.com has good sales now) run under $20/ea.

If you can help, please send your tax-deductible donation to:
The Salvation Army
P.O. Box 886
Bremerton, WA 98377
and on the memo line of your check write: Sally's Camp.

If you have items to deliver, the street address is:

832 Sixth St. between 8 am and 4 pm, Monday thru Friday.
If you have any questions I'd be happy to respond.

Auction for the Eternal Hope Orphanage Center

 

Lisa Leach brought home some items from Kenya & Tanzania last month to sell.  ALL proceeds go to the orphans. Some items were made by the orphans, others by the Masai Tribe, and others from a recipient of the PEF (Perpetual Education Fund).

You can see all the items on their facebook page.

Fall Into Service

The evening was a great success with well over 30 kits for new mothers assembled.  Thank you to all who participated!!

Here are some pictures from the evening.

Welcome.

A teardrop on earth, summons the King of Heaven and he answers with the gift of Sisterhood.

Chicken pot pie, wedge salad with caramel gingerbread cake.

Let the service project begin.

Fall Into Service

Be an angel and come to our Fall activity on Tuesday, November 16th at 6:30pm.

We'll enjoy dinner and then help Stand Up for Kids by assembling kits for homeless teens.

It will be a fun evening of visiting, eating and serving!

Nursery provided.

Dress for Success

Looking to be a chic mom or hip grandma?  Join us at our next Relief Society meeting to learn the tricks that will help you look your best in just a few simple steps.

In addition, you'll be shown how a few key basics can turn your wardrobe into many great outfits.

Join us on Tuesday, October 19th at 7PM in the multi-purpose room where Evelyne Wilden will teach you the few things that will make your wardrobe look like a million and make you feel just as good. Invite your friends for a great evening.

Nursery and refreshments provided.

Bishop's Christmas

I love August and September. Stores start to clearance their items to make room for the upcoming holiday items. It is a great time to start shopping for Christmas gifts.

With that in mind, starting next week we will be collecting items for the Deseret Industries "Bishop's Christmas". Our assignment is the age group of 14-17 year old males and females. All gifts must be NEW and unwrapped.

Stuck on what to get? Clothing, CDs, DVDs, bath and body items, bean bags, gift cards, books, games, anything electronic, jewelry....or ask any of the youth in the ward for ideas.

Donation boxes will be available by the Relief Society Room on Sundays and at all mid-week Relief Society Meetings. All Donations must be turned in by November 21st.

Nairobi Orphanage

Lisa and Bree Leach of the 6th ward are going to the House of Peace Orphanage in Nairobi at the end of the month.

They will be taking supplies for the orphanage to use to purchase food and other supplies to meet the basic needs of the children.

The following items are needed:
Money
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Small toys
School supplies
Medication that does not contain benedryl
Fungal creams
Cough syrups
Tylenol (adult, children & infant)
Ibuprofen
Hydro cortisone cream
Gauze pads
Ace wraps
Band aids
Lice treatment and
Medical tape.

Donations can be made to Lisa (697-5674) or Margaret Loveless (307-0968) or any member of the Relief Society Presidency.

Relief Society Round-Up Recap

We had a great time last night at our Relief Society Roundup. Friends old and new came to eat, dance and visit the night away. Thanks to Sue for hosting this great activity and to the Kitsap Kickers who taught us how to walk the honky tonk way.

Relief Society Round-Up

Yeehaw! It's time for our Relief Society Round-up.

Join us for a night of fun as we visit with new and old friends, have dinner and watch the Kitsap Kickers perform. You might even get the chance to dance along with them. So pull on your boots, put on your hat, grab your friends and come ready for a boot scootin' good time.

Date: Thursday, August 12th
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Frandsen's home @ 8685 Towne Road

Sorry, no nursery.

GNO: Laughter is the best medicine!

It's finally here! Tomorrow, Friday 7/23, is this quarters Girls Night Out--A night where you get to come and have a good time just hanging out with your girlfriends.

Did you know that laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain, and conflict? Laughter relaxes the whole body, boosts the immune system, triggers the release of endorphins and protects the heart. Humor lightens your burdens, inspires hopes, connects you to others, and keeps you grounded, focused, and alert.

So come laugh (and get healthy) with funny man Brian Regan.

We will be getting together at Dianna Byron's house (1114 Lombard Court) at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Memorial Service for Tayle Waldron

Today is the memorial service for Sister Taye Waldron. It will be held in the chapel at 1pm.

July Activities

We are planning two great activities for you in July.

The first activity will be on July 8th at 6:30pm. Kimberly Smith, M.Ed. will be giving a presentation on Love & Logic: Helping Parents Raise Responsible Kids.

Love & Logic provides simple and easy to use techniques to help parents have more fun and less stress while raising responsible kids!

Bring your husbands and learn how to parent with Love and Logic.

On Friday, July 23rd we'll be having a Girls Night Out at 6:30pm hosted by Dianna Byron. Come ready to laugh!

Relief Society Night at the Bluejackets

Our night at the Bluejackets baseball game was lots of fun! The bluejackets tromped the visiting team. The final score was 18-3. Here are some pictures that Diana Gardner took of the evening. Thanks to all who came!

Regal Family Fun - Free Movies all Summer

The Regal cinema's throughout the state are showing FREE kid friendly movies all summer long.

Beginning tomorrow you can catch a movie every week through the end of August. The movies are shown Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00AM. Not only are they free but you can carry in your own snacks!

Check out the line-up here. Scroll down to see the Poulsbo, Port Orchard or Silverdale cinemas.