This week I have not had any time to get out and to see what has or is happening in Farmington. So, I thought I would share with you my personal experience for the week.
Twenty-four years ago, I had a most amazing experience. Holding my first grandchild. Her name is Amanda. This past week was another first for me. I was honored by going to her bachelorette party that her Maid of Honor, Katie Schmitt organized. The event was held at the 'Saddle Rack' in Fremont. For those of you who do not know what a 'Saddle Rack' is, the place resembles a Country and Western dance hall. The young women even tried their skills by riding the mechanical bull. Did you notice I said 'young women'? Not me. Actually they all did very well. Of course the bride-to-be made the operator promise to take it slow and easy for her, as she did not want a black eye or any broken bones before the wedding. What a 'boot scoot-in boogie' time we had.
Amanda had a very special friend and guest come to her wedding. Her friend from Germany, Luisa Volke, whom she met when they were both Au Pair's (definition: nanny) in Australia two years ago. They lived and worked together for a year in the same household. The bride, Amanda Dobbins and the groom Luke Vieira, who both live in Oakdale, were married on Saturday. That was another amazing day, and I must say one of the most beautiful occasions in my life. Her parents and I got little teary eyed as she walked down the aisle with her dad, Wes. Neither the bride nor the groom was nervous. They were very happy and excited that the day had finally arrived, as they were ready to start a new chapter in their lives together.
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Congratulations go out to Ethan Turner for being one of the Athletes of the Week at Escalon High. He was a double winner at the Escalon-Hughson track meet, taking 300 hurdles in 45.1 and winning the 110 hurdles in 18 seconds flat. Congratulations Ethan.
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Farmington Elementary School: PTC meeting at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18; Big Trees Field trip on Friday, May 20. Next week on Monday, May 23, is the VIP Pizza and Tuesday, May 24 at 12:30 p.m., Swim Party for the fifth grade class.
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Remember next Sunday, May 22 is the Farmington Fire Department's annual pancake breakfast. All you can eat, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $5.00 and Children $3.00. You don't want to miss the breakfast, always very delicious and well organized. The all-volunteer fire department does all of the cooking. They also will be holding raffles with some very good prizes. All proceeds to benefit the Farmington Fire Department Volunteer Fund.
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Happy Birthdays wishes for Kati Ann Bailey.
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Congratulations and Happy Anniversary for David and Joni Kalebaugh on May 20.
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Happy Birthday wishes go out to Gloriajean Boone on Friday, May 20.
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I would still like to hear from you. Have you taken a trip? Have you had out of town visitors? Let me know of family birthdays, anniversaries and new arrivals to your family. Whatever you want to add to the Farmington News is welcome.
Please contact me if you have items for the Farmington News column. E-Mail me at farmingtonnews@gmail.com or phone 896-6697.
Twenty-four years ago, I had a most amazing experience. Holding my first grandchild. Her name is Amanda. This past week was another first for me. I was honored by going to her bachelorette party that her Maid of Honor, Katie Schmitt organized. The event was held at the 'Saddle Rack' in Fremont. For those of you who do not know what a 'Saddle Rack' is, the place resembles a Country and Western dance hall. The young women even tried their skills by riding the mechanical bull. Did you notice I said 'young women'? Not me. Actually they all did very well. Of course the bride-to-be made the operator promise to take it slow and easy for her, as she did not want a black eye or any broken bones before the wedding. What a 'boot scoot-in boogie' time we had.
Amanda had a very special friend and guest come to her wedding. Her friend from Germany, Luisa Volke, whom she met when they were both Au Pair's (definition: nanny) in Australia two years ago. They lived and worked together for a year in the same household. The bride, Amanda Dobbins and the groom Luke Vieira, who both live in Oakdale, were married on Saturday. That was another amazing day, and I must say one of the most beautiful occasions in my life. Her parents and I got little teary eyed as she walked down the aisle with her dad, Wes. Neither the bride nor the groom was nervous. They were very happy and excited that the day had finally arrived, as they were ready to start a new chapter in their lives together.
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Congratulations go out to Ethan Turner for being one of the Athletes of the Week at Escalon High. He was a double winner at the Escalon-Hughson track meet, taking 300 hurdles in 45.1 and winning the 110 hurdles in 18 seconds flat. Congratulations Ethan.
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Farmington Elementary School: PTC meeting at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18; Big Trees Field trip on Friday, May 20. Next week on Monday, May 23, is the VIP Pizza and Tuesday, May 24 at 12:30 p.m., Swim Party for the fifth grade class.
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Remember next Sunday, May 22 is the Farmington Fire Department's annual pancake breakfast. All you can eat, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $5.00 and Children $3.00. You don't want to miss the breakfast, always very delicious and well organized. The all-volunteer fire department does all of the cooking. They also will be holding raffles with some very good prizes. All proceeds to benefit the Farmington Fire Department Volunteer Fund.
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Happy Birthdays wishes for Kati Ann Bailey.
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Congratulations and Happy Anniversary for David and Joni Kalebaugh on May 20.
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Happy Birthday wishes go out to Gloriajean Boone on Friday, May 20.
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I would still like to hear from you. Have you taken a trip? Have you had out of town visitors? Let me know of family birthdays, anniversaries and new arrivals to your family. Whatever you want to add to the Farmington News is welcome.
Please contact me if you have items for the Farmington News column. E-Mail me at farmingtonnews@gmail.com or phone 896-6697.
