CANDIDATES NIGHT scheduled for Oct. 15

The Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW will be hosting a Candidates Night on Oct. 15. It will be held at the post home, 890 A St., starting at 6 p.m. Come and listen to the candidates running for various offices.

Each candidate will be given five minutes to speak. Afterwards everyone will have a chance to mingle and visit with the candidates individually. You will be able to ask questions about any concerns you may have regarding the community or current issues. There will be no debate. This event is open to the public.

5k Wellness Poker Run on tap

A 5K Wellness Poker run will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Lions park. The event is sponsored by SOC and Anthem BlueCross BlueShield with all proceeds being donated to the YCAC. Call Kristin Reeves for more assistance at 945-7534.

FREE FLU SHOT clinic to be held thursday

The Community Health Nurse, Mineral County Fire Department, SOC Fire Department and State of Nevada Public Health Preparedness, will be holding a free drive-thru flu immunization clinic in October. The staff will be at the Mineral County Fire Station on Thursday, Oct. 2, starting at 6 p.m. and going until 9 p.m. This clinic is open to anyone, age six months and older, that wishes to have a Flu vaccination. Parents must complete a consent form on children younger than 18. There is no charge for this immunization and everyone is encouraged to get immunized against the flu.

If you have any questions please feel free to call the clinic at 945-3657.

Catholic Ladies Annual Christmas Bazaar

The Catholic Ladies Guild will be holding their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Hawthorne Convention Center from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will once again feature many crafters and vendors, with a wide variety of shopping opportunities. Baked goods will be sold, and the kitchen will be open all day with lunch, snacks and beverages available. Santa Claus will be featured from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A photographer will be there for your convenience, or you may choose to take your own photos.

Our popular all-cash raffle will be held in conjunction with the bazaar. Tickets will go on sale the first of October at $1 each or six for $5. Prizes are $500, $300 and $100.

Tables may be rented for $20. Participants are encouraged to reserve early, as space is limited and tables go fast. For table rental or for more information, please call Jean Justus at 945-2206.