Friday, November 26, 2021

Rainier Chapel Kids Christmas Gift Form

 Dear Seniors & Friends,

Below are forms parents grandparents &/or guardians can fill out to get

gifts for children in need.  There's nothing sadder than a child that asks

for socks and simple clothing for Christmas.  Teachers see kids cry when

the holidays arrive and they won't be able to go to school, where they're 

safe, warm and can be fed.  Please remember there are kids in need

this Christmas. 







Rainier Chapel

206 Thurston Co Rails-To-Trails

Rainier, WA 98576

(360) 446-2614

rainierchapel@hotmail.com



Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Congratulations to George Sharp!

 George Johnson presented George Sharp with a Certificate of Appreciation at the monthly STEDI (South Thurston Economic Development Initiative) Meeting, Friday, November 19, 2021, for his help and inspiration here in Rainier, WA.  "We Love Rainier WA" is his creation.  He's helped us get it off the ground - and it hit the road running!  

George Sharp has been the driving force behind many of the successful projects in Rainier WA.  He has supported & encouraged the Senior Center of Rainier, as well as the City of Rainier to write for grants to help fund major projects here.  I know that the Senior Center of Rainier and the Rainier Emergency Food Center received funds that helped us survive the pandemic lockdown.  We wouldn't have made it through these lockdowns without his guidance.  THANK YOU, GEORGE!

George identified resources for Rainier:

  • Senior Center of Rainier grants:  $17,500
  • Rainier Emergency Food center:  $12,500
  • City of Rainier:  $30,000 in 2020, $319,000 in 2021 & $319,000 2022
  • Thurston Strong Grants $860,000 Rural Areas & $90,000 Rainier Businesses

George brings people and groups together.  They build their own teams to get things done in South Puget Sound.  He's behind the economic development of many small communities in our area:  Bucoda, Rainier, Tenino, Rochester, Grand Mound & Yelm.  

For your leadership, service and contributions to 

“We Love Rainier WA”, 

Senior Center of Rainier 

and the people of the City of Rainier. 

Your dedication and guidance has helped 

make our community a huge success. 

You are our “Difference Maker”.









George Sharp has really made a huge difference in Rainier!


Thank you, George!




Holiday Events Coming Up!!!!

 Get ready for family Holiday events in Rainier!

Thanksgiving dinner will be served on Wednesday at the Senior Center of Rainier on Wednesday at noon.  Lunch is $7.00 for non-members and $5.00 for members.  Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, yams, rolls, choice of desserts and much more.  We will be serving Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday,, too.  Please feel free to join us at 108 Michigan St. S.  Call 360-446-2258 or 360-292-5363 if you have any questions.

In December we will be having several events.  

  • December 2nd - Tree Lighting in Holiday Park.  The South Thurston Fire Department will be bringing Santa to give out patchwork quilted stockings filled with toys and candy.  There will be books and fresh apples for the kids, too.  There will be Christmas Caroling, too!

  • December 3rd - Kids Christmas Store will be held in the Rainier Chapel Complex.  Some vendors will be in Jimmies and others will be in the back of the church building by the kitchen.  3 PM - 7 PM.
  • December 4th - Christmas Bazaar in the Rainier Chapel Complex from 10 AM - 3 PM.


  • December 4th - Christmas "Rainier Lantern Walk of Hope" starting at 4 PM at Wilkowski Park.


Remember Kids!  Drop your letter to Santa off at 

Rainier City Hall!




Sunday, November 21, 2021

December2021 Menu

 


Congratulations George Sharp!

George Johnson presented George Sharp with a Certificate of Appreciation at the monthly STEDI (South Thurston Economic Development Initiative) Meeting, Friday, November 19, 2021, for his help and inspiration here in Rainier, WA.  "We Love Rainier WA" is his creation.  He's helped us get it off the ground - and it hit the road running!  

George Sharp has been the driving force behind many of the successful projects in Rainier WA.  He has supported & encouraged the Senior Center of Rainier, as well as the City of Rainier to write for grants to help fund major projects here.  I know that the Senior Center of Rainier and the Rainier Emergency Food Center received funds that helped us survive the pandemic lockdown.  We wouldn't have made it through these lockdowns without his guidance.  THANK YOU, GEORGE!

George identified resources for Rainier:

  • Senior Center of Rainier grants:  $17,500
  • Rainier Emergency Food center:  $12,500
  • City of Rainier:  $30,000 in 2020, $319,000 in 2021 & $319,000 2022
  • Thurston Strong Grants $860,000 Rural Areas & $90,000 Rainier Businesses

George brings people and groups together.  They build their own teams to get things done in South Puget Sound.  He's behind the economic development of many small communities in our area:  Bucoda, Rainier, Tenino, Rochester, Grand Mound & Yelm.  

For your leadership, service and contributions to 

“We Love Rainier WA”, 

Senior Center of Rainier 

and the people of the City of Rainier. 

Your dedication and guidance has helped 

make our community a huge success. 

You are our “Difference Maker”.

 























Thank you: Prairie Street Rod Association!

Ted Tripp is seen here handing Linda Johnson ,from our Senior Center, a check for $500. Ted is the president of the Prairie Street Rod Association. The club donates to the Senior Center every year.

The club will have a rally here in Rainier this coming year as they have moved from Yelm to our wonderful community.

A Special "Thank You" to the Prairie Street Rod Association! We appreciate your donation more than words can express!

Left
 Left:  Ted Tripp, Right:  Linda Johnson

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Upcoming Holiday Events 2021

Dear Seniors & Friends,

We will have a special Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday, November 24th.  We're serving turkey, spiral cut ham with all of the trimmings.  Mashed potatoes, gravy, candied yams, green beans, rolls, stuffing, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie or cheese cake.  Come join us and celebrate Thanksgiving.  

We'll also serve Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday.  Make sure to come and join us!

Other events that are coming up in December are in the flyer Robbie Chance created below.  She's part of the Christmas Decorating Team in Rainier, along with Trish & Bruce Palmer, Tony Cox, Captain Bill K., Victoria Pierce-Cooper, Will & Dee Grimes & Mike Emmons.  She's an active member of We Love Rainier WA!  Thank you, Robbi & Crew!   What a remarkable team!





Thursday, November 4, 2021

Christmas Stockings for Kids Work Parties

 Dear Seniors & Friends,



Sue Watson is setting up a work group to help make another 100 Christmas Stockings for the kids.  Everyone will meet on November 11th & 13th at the Senior Center of Rainier at 10 AM with sewing machines.   You can attend on either day or both days.  

Everyone's help will be greatly appreciated!

Tammy Meyers is putting kits together for everyone and giving us a class on how to sew them.  
Then Tammy will finish them for us.
 
If you know anyone who wants to join us, please invite them to join us. 


Sincerely,


Linda Johnson

PS.  Snacks and beverages will be provided by the Senior Center.

Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Vendor Sale November 6, 2021

 There will a sale at the Senior Center on November 6, 2021!  

The Senior Center will be serving Quarter Pound Angus burgers 

with chips & a beverage for $5.00..  Chili & a beverage $2.00. 

 Chili with a meal will be $6.00.