Come say thanks and good luck!

December 30, 2011

1 p.m -4 p.m.

The Arbon County Shop

Nov 12th

In the basement of the school

11:00 am – 2:00pm

I will still pay for the return of your empty jam and jelly jars

(home canning style only)

I did not sent out invitations, everyone in Arbon is invited, Friends and family whoever you want to bring. Pass the word along.I do need a RSVP so we know a number for food.

Thanks, Nancy

Map to the campground

Presents

Date: May 24, 2011 (Tuesday)
Time: 11:30am and 7pm.

Graduating Kindergarteners: Emma Jo Kendall, Grayson Williams

Special thanks to Myra Blau for costumes and Richard Curry for fixing our stage lights!

Have a GREAT summer everyone!!

Last summer Eileen Estep’s great grandson, Chris, was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes.  He was 2½ years old at the time.  Since his diagnosis in July of 2010 he has endured over 2,000 finger picks and 500 insulin injections. In addition to his rigorous blood testing and insulin shots, everything he consumes must be weighed and measured, and his blood levels need to be checked even while he sleeps and plays.

Jenny (Eileen’s granddaughter and Chris’ Mom) along with her husband, Travis, have decided to host their own charity road race to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). This is the #1 non-profit funder of diabetes research worldwide. Along with raising money they also want to encourage competition and sportsmanship, but most importantly to have fun! They want to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone involved. They want families to be able to come and participate not only in the 5K, mile walk, and kid run, but also to be able to learn more about Diabetes and the research going on to improve quality of life for those living with it every day. Most of all we want to help the possibility of someday finding a cure.

The race will be held in Inkom, Idaho, on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Stuart Park.  For more information and details about the race visit their blog at:  http://www.idahocrazypancreas5k.blogspot.com/

To register for the race online go to: http://www.runnercard.com/e/runner.Main?meet=3243

If do not wish to participate in the run or walk but would like to donate to their event go to: http://jdrfevents.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID=782

It takes an average of 45 minutes for an ambulance to reach the Arbon Elementary School.  Keep in mind this is from the time the phone call to 911 was made.  We can help reduce the intervention time immensely by having a proper training in CPR, AED (Automated External Defibrillator), and First Aid.

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Myself and several other people in Arbon, feel it is very important to have CPR and First Aid training.  I have just finished training myself and have received my instructor’s license, allowing me to teach CPR, AED, and First Aid.  Because of liability issues, I must teach according to the American Red Cross standards.  Thus meaning time lines as well, because of what needs to be covered and visually passed off.   Most people do not want multiple classes.  Plus I can reduce the number of hours if we combine everything into a day of class.  For instance;  to just teach CPR (adult only) takes a 3.5 to 4 hours of class alone.  Same for Child, infant, AED, and First aid.  Rather than have 16 hours of class spread over a couple days, we will be doing an 8 hour class and put everything together.  There are 2 days (March 26^th, and April 9^th) set up for classes already and the same thing will be taught each day.  For those that only want First Aid, they can attend that part only if they would like.  I will get more details to those who sign up.

The classes will begin at 8:00am and end by 5:00 pm.  There will be breaks in between, and time for a lunch also.  Again the dates are March 26^th and April 1^st.  You only need to sign up for one day and the certificate you receive is good for 2 years.  That’s it!  One day and you are good for 2 years!  The cost for the class is $30.00.  I am not getting paid to teach this class.  I am donating my time for the community.  The cost is only to cover the materials and rental of the equipment.  A training pack and workbook is supplied in the materials.  For an additional $21.50 you can get a “Skills card for CPR, AED, and First Aid.  I would strongly recommend spending the extra cash for these!!!  If you go 6 months with never using the skills, you will only remember 50% of your training.  The skills cards are step-by-step cards to use in emergencies.

Below is a matrix of the options.  If you don’t care which day to take the class, then check both.  You will not go to both, but if I get too many people under one day, then I can move others to balance the amount of people.  There is a limit to how many people  can be in a class, due to the hands on sections, and amount of manikins.  I will let you know which day for sure to attend.  If you cannot attend either day, but would like the class please let me know.

I must have a reply by March 12^th so I can reserve equipment.  Plan on the class running from 8am till 5pm.  This does not mean it will last that long if people jump in and accomplish the tasks.  I just don’t want people thinking it will only last a couple hours.  I’d rather plan long and end short!  (Time wise for you smart ones!)  It will be held at the Arbon LDS church.  A carpeted floor will be nice when you are on your knees.  You will be performing “hands on” scenarios, which some will be on the floor.  Dress is casual.

Please do not come if you are sick.  If you have any medical conditions that limit you to sitting, standing, or kneeling please let me know so I can make special preparations.  Generally you will not be on the floor or your knees for more than 5 minutes at a time.  You will be performing compressions  and breaths on manikins.

Everyone from Arbon Valley is welcome!

Payment will be taken the day of the class.  Make checks to Ryan Weston, under memo put Arbon Community Fund.  Reply by March 12^th, by phone, e-mail, or mail.

Donations toward purchasing an AED for the Arbon Valley are greatly appreciated!

Thank you and I hope to see you there!

Ryan Weston

226-6943 Cell, or 335-2214 home

ryan@westonfamilyfarms.com, 4595 Arbon Valley Hwy., Arbon, ID  83212

Note:  If you take both CPR and First aid the total cost is the $30.00,  the $15.00 for First Aid is if you ONLY take First Aid.   Check both if you want both.  “Willing to change” is if you are willing to be scheduled on another day if the first two days are full.

I do need the following to make your certification cards:

Full Name:

E-Mail:

Address:

Phone:
Please email Ryan Weston at ryan@westonfamilyfarms.com with your preferred date and for any questions you might have.

You are cordially invited to attend an appreciation/farewell open house for Ken Estep, Power County Commissioner.

Monday, December 27th, 2010

2:00 – 4:00 PM

Power County Courthouse,

Commissioner’s Meeting Room

Jams, jellies, muffins, loaves of bread, soup by the bowl, and more! Come by the Arbon Elementary School on Saturday, December 11th from 10 AM to 1 PM.

I will be glad to pay 25 cents for any jelly jars you would like to return. Call if you have any questions – 698-3377