Do Some Good By Running In Circles

Sun., May 21, 1995

Lori Olson The Spokesman-Revie

Do you sometimes feel as though you spend a lot of time running around in circles but never accomplish anything?

Then the American Cancer Society has an event that should suit you well. Best of all, your efforts won’t be in vain.

Teams are being formed for Spokane’s Relay for Life, to be held June 2-3 on the track at Spokane Falls Community College. Teams of 12-15 people of all ages will walk or run in a relay lasting 24 hours.

In the meantime, they’ll raise money and awareness for cancer education, research and patient services.

A special opening ceremony is planned for 7 p.m. June 2. The track will be filled with cancer survivors taking a victory lap.

A goal of 1,000 survivors has been set.

If you are interested in taking part in this event, contact the American Cancer Society at 326-5802.

Miss Spokane applications

Applications are now being taken for auditions for the Miss Spokane Scholarship Program. Auditions will be held July 13 at the Shilo Inn, 923 E. Third, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The Miss Spokane Scholarship Program leads directly to the Miss Washington and Miss America pageants. Judging is done on interview, talent, swimsuit and evening wear.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, single, and between the ages of 17-23. Judging for auditions is on interview and talent only.

For further information, call 535-8627 or 928-6287.

Musical club meeting

Friday Musical Club will present a program at the home of Margot Ogden beginning at 1:30 p.m. Friday. Performing will be Maurine Kalk, Kathy Haugan, Ed Haugan, Sheri Jacobson and Gordon Jacobson. Assisting will be Melissa Drumm, Helen McKenzie, Myra Cathcart, and Linda Siverts.

Meals on Wheels benefit

Mid-City Concerns is hosting a benefit performance of “Kiss Me Kate” at the Civic Theatre on Wednesday. The event begins at 7 p.m. with refreshments, followed by the performance at 8 p.m.

Proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to Spokane Meals on Wheels.

Tickets for the benefit are $12 for adults and $9 for students, college-age and under, with student I.D. Tickets are available in advance by calling 624-3231.

GU students in honor societies

Several local students have been selected to join Gonzaga University’s chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu, the honor society of Jesuit colleges and universities. Selected were: Kathleen Cole, Katherine Copple-Woehl, Deborah Coy, Charmaine Davis, Timothy DeMarco, Kenneth Farrow, Heidi Gast, Acacia Komelasky, Mark J. Mazurik, Daniel Platter, and Stephanie Van Marter.

Local students inducted into GU’s chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma, the national honor society for business students, are: Mark Mazurik, Otis Orchards; Martha Steltenpohl, Scott Michael Atkison, Amy Balderas, John Lammers, Ted Lingard, Jeffrey Owen, Karen Rowland and Gina Sundberg, all Spokane.

Sweet Adelines officers

Lilac City Sweet Adelines recently installed new officers. Leading activities of the coming year are Betty Courtright, president; Barbara Iwai, vice president; Robin Schnell, secretary; and Carolyn Hambidge, treasurer.

Local chorus chapters will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sweet Adelines International by having a joint program at 8 p.m. June 24 at North Central High School. The event, to feature four chorus chapters, is free to the public.

Retired educators meeting

The last meeting of the program year for the Spokane Area Retired Educators Association was held recently. Special guests included two scholarship winners, Andrew Richardson of University High School and Bethanie Moeller of Ferris.

Warren Morgan was honored for his years of service in education.

Tri-Delt alumnae meeting

Delta Delta Delta Spokane alumnae met recently for their annual pansy luncheon, which was held at the Spokane Country Club. It was announced that the $600 raised at the Take a Break Tea fund-raiser would be given to the Candlelighters.

Kay Aiken was selected as alumna of the year. Hostesses for the event were Traci Loewen and Wendy Pepovich.

Purple Heart recipient’s meeting

Washington State’s Military Order of the Purple Heart is having its state convention in Moses Lake on June 3. Anyone decorated with a Purple Heart is welcome to attend, as are their spouses.

Guest speakers will be James Blaylock and Pat O’Loughlen. Volunteerism at local veterans hospitals is the main thrust of the organization.

For registration and information call 1-206-588-5266.

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