Community Notes

Library purchases printer with golf funds

By Beth Cheirrett

Did you know that our wonderful library offers 3D printing services? It has become a very popular and needed resource for the community. The current printers have been experiencing technical issues, and many patrons were experiencing significant delays in their projects. The librarians asked if we could help, and here is the result - a brand new printer that's ready to rock n' roll! This will be an amazing addition to the lineup.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our mini golf night! The funds raised went towards this purchase.

Donkey Basketball in North Gem April 9

Next week, the North Gem gym will host the time-honored spectacle of Donkey Basketball at 7:00 p.m.  The Class of 2025 is sponsoring the event, which so far features the participation of North Gem Alumni, Employees, and Athletes.  Contact the school at 208-648-7848 for more information on joining the fun!  Tickets cost $15 for adults, $12 for students, and $9 for children at the gate.  Tickets are $2 less with advance purchase.  

Fundraiser for Lady Grizzlies

The Lady Grizzlies volleyball team is offering the unique service of pre-filling Easter eggs to be scattered in your yard before Easter, with a special note from the Easter Bunny!  Proceeds will go to support the volleyball team for their upcoming season.  The cost is $25 for 25 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, $65 for 75 eggs, and $85 for 100 eggs.  You can contact Kayci Younger at 208-840-0182 to order.  Please place your orders by April 14 to support the team!

Easter schedule of events for the First Presbyterian Church

April 13. Palm Sunday service 10:30 a.m.

April 18   7 P.M. Good Friday Service 

April 20. 10:30   A.M. Easter Service

Pot luck dinner following service

Easter Walk returns to Soda April 13, 15, and 16

Last year, the Soda Springs Stake hosted its first ever non-denominational Easter Walk event at the building on 290 S 3rd West in Soda.  The event allowed visitors to walk through a series of rooms devoted to telling the story of Easter week at an Open House to which everyone is invited.

The walk is being put on again this year, and is a wonderful Easter tradition for anyone who may have missed last year’s event, or would like to experience it again.

The doors wil be open in the stake house from 6 pm to 8 pm on April 13, 15, and 16.  Come and visit your friends and neighbors as they help tell the story of the passion, crucifixion, and resurrection at the heart of the season.

Fundraiser for Autumn Bitton April 19 at Stockman’s

Join us as we come together as friends and community to support one of our own during a tough time. Autumn Bitton lost her husband Brad in a horrific car accident on February 26. Although we cannot mend her shattered heart, we can help alleviate the financial burden she bears

Autumn was born and raised in Soda Springs. She is always contributing to the community as a member of Small Town Big Hearts, painting the insignia on the Search & Rescue Building, donating her artwork, and volunteering at various fundraisers. It's time to pay it forward and return all the love Autumn has given others.

We will have a day filled with pool, dart & cornhole tournaments, raffles, silent auction & spaghetti dinner.  Join us for a chance to win a Henry Golden Boy Lever Action Rifle.  Raffle tickets are $20 each, or you can grab 6 for $100.  You can purchase your tickets at Stockman’s Bar.  The raffle will be held on Saturday, April 19, with all proceeds going to support Autumn.  Don’t miss out on supporting this great cause, and taking your shot at this amazing prize!

Spread the Love! Darts start at 10 am, everything else at 12 pm.

Sound of Music Auditions announced

The Caribou Community Theater Guild is excited to announce auditions for its upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music! Auditions will be held on April 25 from 6-9 PM and April 26 from 9-12 PM. A pianist will be accompanying, so please bring your sheet music or a recording. Virtual auditions are available by appointment only. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this classic musical, running from July 21-23. For more information or to schedule a virtual audition (by appointment only) contact the guild's Facebook page, or a board member. 

Extension Office Celebrates Spring!

By Rachel Hamilton, Extension Office Administrator

The Caribou County Extension office put on a Baby Animal Day and Plant Education Day on Friday March 21st, to celebrate the beginning of spring, at the Caribou County Fair grounds.  The event was sponsored by Nutrien and was a huge success!  We had over two hundred adults and kids from around Caribou County attend.  Members of the Caribou County Fair and Rodeo Royalty were on hand to help. 

 The kids were able to hold baby chicks and ducklings and pet baby goats and a baby calf and piglet.  There was a mini pony available for the kids to pet and brush off.  There were puppies to hold and a lamb.  There were even mice, a cat, and a bunny available.   The kids were able to learn about soil and plants.   They made soil cups out of cookies and pudding and there was a fodder system on hand to learn about growing food for the animals.  The Extension office would like to thank everyone that participated and helped. They would also like to thank Nutrien for sponsoring the event.  The Extension is planning on doing it again next year!