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  • Salton residents can choose from a weekend of events

    It was quiet on Thanksgiving as the Sea as families joined in “their _ day” together; and it couldn’t have ~ been more beautiful.

    One cannot help being touched by this tradition, which continues to be observed nationwide, despite the waning of old-fashioned family life.

    ‘t is heart-warming to see and ‘hear the smiles, the laughter, the ‘closeness among those who, setting fend. cares and commitments aside and often traveling many miles, ‘come together almost religiously to keep this day. It’s not all gone, no matter what they say!

    But now …

    There is a gigantic Rummage ‘Sale at the POA bldg., Salton Sea ‘Beach, this morning. It opens at 8 a m. Early birds are always delighted with their findings!

    A Swap Meet at the Sundowner, Salton City, opens at 10 a.m, today. These meets will be held bimonthly,

    And all’s set for those wonderful Turkey Drags, where dunesters get out to show off their vehicles from 10 a.m. today as the wash, Salton Sea Beach

    The great hoe-down type ° ‘Old Time Fiddlers’ Contest,’ where they fiddle every way but standing on their heads, is now underway at the Niland Chamber of Commerce.

    The eighth annual Bombay Beach ‘Holidays in the Desert Parade” is scheduled for today, starting at 2 p.m. Miss Salton Sea and Salton’s Junior Queen will ride in an Easter Buggy entry, and there will be lots more

    There is a very important meeting at 7 p.m. next Wednesday, November 29, at the Desert Shores Yacht Club, and every local resident should attend.

    Imperial County Sheriff Oren Fox talked forcibly to local residents last week regarding the importance of community involvement in the fight against drugs. He said he hasn’t seen the “War Against Drugs”’ yet and knows that federal, state and local governments, as well as the people themselves, should “get tough”

    Remember to come “stomp it out; with all the folks at the Ambulance Benefit Dance next Saturday, Dec, 2. Doors at the Salton Sea 3each Firehouse will open at 8 p m. Don’t forget the good cause!

    Johnson Landing’s outstanding Arts and Crafts Show will take lace from 9 a.m on December 2.
    Last Tuesday night at West Shores High School there was lots of electricity in the air as students enthusiastically received their letters and athletic awards while friends and family applauded with exuberance,

    Varsity Team Special Awards went to: Wildcat Award (exemplary in attitude and performance), Mike Medley; Most Valuable Player, IanFee; Most Inspirational, Anthony Crosby; Sportsmanship, Phil Madigan; Most Improved, Miguel Martinez.

    Named “All League Players” were Anthony Crosby, Ian Fee, Ralph Gomez, Jones Hensen, Phil Madigan, Fernando Martinez and Jeremy Walter,

    Volley Ball Honors: Jamie McLaughlin, Wildcat Award, Liliana_ Martinez, Most Valuable Player; Lisa Marty, Most Inspirational]; Candy Cimo, Sportsmanship; and Lauren Winters, Most improved. Lisa Marty was named “All League”

    After 18 years of employment at he Coachella Valley Unified School district and secretaryship at Sea View /West Shores School, the beloved Micki Sutherland has retirec and will be greatly missed. She and husband, Mike, though keeping heir home at Salton Sea Beach, will move to Palm Desert.

    Renee The new secretary is the lovely and efficient Patti Newell, also of Salton Sea Beach, She is receiving a big welcome by staff and students, who have been devastated as Micki’s leaving.

    A big welcome to the Bob White family of Salton City They moved here permanently from Sun City just six weeks ago. Loretta is not new to the area for she worked at “The Galley,” Salton City, 21 years ago. She has since remarried and she, husband Bob, and son, Joseph are now happily settled here

    More good news is that Al Curry of Salton Sea Beach is home and recouperating following major surgery as John F. Kennedy Hospital

  • Busy weekend for Salton Sea

    These days are magnificent, and motoring through certain areas of the desert is glorious. This week | visited Borrego Springs, which is 30 miles west of Salton City via $22 (Borrego Salton Seaway). The view Is spectacular.

    Clearly visible are deep, rugged ravines (Known as the Badlands) and steep, picturesque mountains bearing clearly visible marks of Mother Nature’s occasional! violent storms and day-to-day erosion. This is a perfect side trip for those wintering in the Southland and certainly a contrast to the plush sophistication of Palm Springs and her neighboring cities.

    Returning from Borrego Springs and descending toward the Sea, I was spell-bound at the sight of an intense blue Sea under pastel skies and surrounded by the desert’s beige, and various shades of pink Mother Nature’s blending of colors I’m sure is an inspiration to architects, fashion designers, and interior decorators.

    For those not interested in the scenic drive, there are plenty of other things to this weekend, including:

    • Today, Sheriff Oren Fox and SSB Fire Chief Harold Herzberg will speak at the general meeting of the Salton Sea Beach Property Owners Assoc. at the POA Bldg. at 10 a.m. Everyone’s invited.
    • Beta Alpha Tau is having a rummage-crafts-bake sale at Desert Shores today, beginning at 8 a.m., at the corner of Scott Ave. and Desert Shores Dr. sis
    • The Lionesses are holding a bake sale on the deck at DJ.’s in Salton City today from 8 am.
    • Marksmen should be out for the American Legion Turkey Shoot today at 10 a.m. on their lot adjacent to the market in Desert Shores. Turkeys and hams are there for the best “shots”
    • The American Legion Post at Bombay Beach will stage their Luau at the Community Center this evening from 4pm

    Thanksgiving Day at Salton Sea:

    • The Salton Tiki, Salton Sea Beach, will be closed but will serve turkey dinner on Wednesday evening, Nov. 22,
    • Salton Sea Beach Property Owners Assoc. will have its Thanksgiving dinner at the POA Bldg. at 3 p.m. Doors will open at noon. The cost is $2 per person. Those attending should bring a salad, vegetable dish or dessert to complement the turkey dinner
    • Kountry Kitchen, Desert Shores, will have Thanksgiving dinner from 4-9 pm
    • Mike’s Tackle Box will be a m open as usual on Thanksgiving, but The Windjammer will be closed.
    • The Desert Shores Market will | be open from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.
    • The Sundowner, Salton City, will offer a choice of roast turkey or roast beef with all the extras, from noon-6 pm.
    • At Salton City, Johnson’s Landing Store, The Rowboat, and the W.S. Market will be closed.
    • At the Ski Inn, Bombay Beach, a super Thanksgiving dinner is promised and will be served from 1-7 p.m. Reservations are necessary. Call 348-1285

  • Veterans groups honor student

    ‘This is the month of “Thanksgiving” and we stop, look around us, and are reminded of our beautiful, spacious land of great distances with its setting in the valley of the Sea, nestled between the picturesque Chocolate and Santa Rosa Mountains.

    Yes, we are thankful!

    An extremely impressive program was held by the American 7 Legion and VFW at Sea View/ West Shores school last Thursday. Officiating were Commander Bill Rivers of the W.S. American Legion; and Commander Warren Booth of the WS. VFW,

    Congratulations to Kristin Hansen of Salton Sea Beach, a senior at West Shores High School, who is the winner of the VFW “Voice of Democracy Script Writing Scholarship Program.” Kristin read her speech at the Veteran’s assembly, and all agreed that it has an excellent chance for victory in these contests. VFW Commander Warren Booth presented her with a check for $75

    The VFW Auxiliary is serving heir famous pancake breakfast at he Marina Mobile Estates Club10use in Desert Shores from 7-11 am, tomorrow.

    Tonight is the Firemens’ Ball at the Salton Sea Beach Firehouse. Doors will open at 8 p.m. and ‘‘Borderline” will play for dancing the night away. It’s always a good time!

    Sheriff Oren Fox will speak at the general meeting of the Salton Sea Beach Property Owners Assoc.
    on Nov. 18 at 10am

    Country western dance classes are opening at The Rowboat in Salton City next Tuesday, the 14th, and they will continue weekly with Terri Osborn instructing. She says “It’s free! Come learn the Montana, two- step, sweetheart polka, and more” —from 6 to 8pm

    And don’t forget those established and wonderful classes being held at The Windjammer in Desert Shores at 7 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Marion and Ken Stilson have finally returned from their “Summer” and they, with Linda Marty’s assistance, are instructing. It’s fun to do and also to watch.

    “Borrego Night” is being planned for Sat., Nov. 18, at The Sundowner in Salton City, when there will be free chili and pool playing from 5 p.m. Everyone is invited to this special occasion honoring Salton’s neighbors to the west.

    Next Friday, Nov. 17, the Lions Club is planning an authentic lasagna dinner, served from 6 p.m. at the Lions’ Center in Salton City. It is open to everyone; doors open at 5pm

    Beta Alpha Tau is scheduled for a rummage-crafts-bake sale sale at Desert Shores on Sat., Nov. 18. It will be at the corner of Scott Ave and Desert Shores Dr

    The Lioness are holding a preholiday bake sale on the dock at D.J.’s in Salton City from 8 a.m. next Saturday, Nov. 18

    The American Legion Turkey Shoot will take place next Saturday next to the market in Desert Shores from 10 a.m. until

    The W.S. Ambulance Service, brought 15 walkers and a big boost to the Ambulance Building Fund, although the monies have not yet all been collected. A total and also names of the walkers will be announced soon. The breakfast was delicious, and Bill Rivers, Pete Mirand a and Pat Goode had a very busy morning in the kitchen