I am very sad to hear the news concerning Super Kmart closing. What a terrible disappointment to all of us who have had the wonderful opportunity to work with the great managers and staff in the Carson City store.
I need to point out that some companies run advertisements that say they help, and some just help without the fanfare. Super Kmart has been that quiet company that always stepped up to help any good cause.
I salute your efforts for always supporting your community and a special thank you to, Chris, the store assistant manager, for always putting the children in our community first. You are a great person.
On a happier note, Pam Graber again amazes me with her tireless efforts in raising over $2 million for the new Cancer Center. My mother, Pat Riggs, and Dixie Busch, both cancer survivors, said it was a beautiful event. Great job to Pam and all the supporters.
OUT & ABOUT
WHO: Carson City Kiwanis
WHEN: March 29
TIME: 6 to 11 p.m.
WHAT: Come spend an evening in the tropics. Forget the winter and relax in paradise with pretty hula dancers, dinner, entertainment, raffle and silent auction and a few surprises.
WHERE: Carson Nugget, 501 N. Carson St.
PROCEEDS BENEFIT: Kiwanis projects throughout the year
CONTACT: Rosemary Krystofiak, 881-1111; or Ray Frederick, 841-7347
COST: $40 per person, or reserve a table of 10 for $380
E-MAIL: www.carsoncitykiwanis.com
WHO: The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
WHERE: 813 N. Carson St.
WHAT: Volunteers needed
HELP NEEDED: Help families on the exhibit floors with registration and other activities in a fun, family atmosphere. Call for more information.
CONTACT: Mary Ann Weiss or Denise Sins
TELEPHONE: 884-2226
WHO: Community Council on Youth
WHEN: March 26
TIME: 3 to 7 p.m.
WHAT: Third annual Volunteer Fair
WHERE: Community Center Gym
COST: Free, but each registrant must provide a door prize.
NEEDED: Local organizations who rely on volunteers. Set up a booth with information on your individual service projects.
CONTACT: Coalition coordinator Pauline Kiser
TELEPHONE: 841-4730
E-MAIL: ccoy@pyramid.net
Next Week: Stayed tuned for Noon Rotary fund-raiser. Members are only giving me tidbits, but they are working on it. The date is Feb. 22 with great food from Adele's Restaurant at Brewery Art Center.
Contact me with your information at kimriggs@att.net
