Willard and Darlene (Buchholz) Goehring were married March 20, 1960 at the Danzig Baptist Church, rural Avon. They have three children, Kim (Keith) Frey, Brian (Jessie) Goehring, Terry (Tracy) Goehring, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In recognition of their 65th wedding anniversary, their family would like to honor them with an open house/card shower: Sunday, May 18 from 2-4 p.m. at the Menno Fire Hall, 302 S. 5th St. They request no gifts. Cards may be sent to them at 507 S. 5th St., Menno, SD 57045.
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Republished with permission by Anne Homan, General Manager of The Independent and Tea Weekly.
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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church Dante honored the Class of 2025 seniors at Mass on Sunday, May 4th, followed by a parish brunch.
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Dementia is a progressive condition that results in decline in cognitive function. People with dementia have increasing difficulties with short term memory, thinking, and reasoning. For family members it can be hard to watch the decline in a loved one who is struggling with dementia. Interacting when someone has dementia can be difficult. Following these three 'Golden Rules' can help.
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Avon Music Department presented their Pops Concert on Thursday, April 24. The High School Choir and 7-12 band students performed, with Mrs. Autumn Schultz directing the choir and Mr. Joseph Sexe directing the band. Matthew Grant was the sound tech.
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The library recently acquired the two books pictured below. These books are very easy to read, and the pictures of the activities are easy to follow as well. They can be checked out for use at home or if you choose you could use them in the backroom/meeting room at the library. Stop in the library during our regular hours to check them out.
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