Area in Brief

(From left) Iesah Pinto, Lincoln Soseeha and Rodney Soseeha, push Lonnie Soseeha down a hill while Shawn Weebothee gets caught in the mix while playing in Zuni on Monday. Despite the area's bout of cold weather, the kids chose to play outside until the last light of the day. — © 2009 Gallup Independent / Brian Leddy

• Pancake breakfast — GALLUP
• Valentines Dance — GALLUP
• Hoof Care — GANADO
• Grazing Committee — ST. MICHAELS
• Board Meeting — CHINLE
• Federal Funds
• Blood Drive — GALLUP
• Benefit Dance — GALLUP
• Special Meeting — WINDOW ROCK
• Estate Consultation — REHOBOTH
• Regular Meeting — CHINLE

Pancake breakfast

GALLUP — Community Swedish pancake breakfast, topped with berries, syrup and cream, along with bacon, sausage, and egg casserole, will be 9-11:30 a.m., Feb. 14, at the Bethany Church, 1110 South Strong Dr., Gallup. Tickets: $7.50 or 2 for $14 ($8 at the door), children, ages 5-10, $4.50. Children under 5 free. Call 722-6444 to reserve tickets.

Valentines Dance

GALLUP — 3rd Annual Special Olympics area 6 Valentines dance will be 6:30-9:30 p.m., Feb. 13, at Wowie’s Gym. Could used help with decorations, food and drinks.

Hoof Care

GANADO — Support our Equine Assisted Therapy Program by participating in our hoof care school, Feb. 13-14, at the Sage Memorial Hospital facility, Ganado. The tuition is $50 per student. All proceeds will benefit our wonderful therapy horses which are used as tools for therapy that benefit mentally and physically challenged individuals. Info call Brian Johnson 928-755-4581.

Grazing Committee

ST. MICHAELS — District Grazing committee orientations for Chinle and Fort Defiance Agencies will be 9 a.m., Feb. 13, at the St. Michael Chapter House. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Orientations for District Grazing Committee will be conducted at the agency level. Will cover, authorities under Navajo Nation Code, Title 3, Agriculture and Livestock and more. Info call 9285-871-6605. This is a mandatory meeting for Chinle and Fort Defiance Agency Grazing Officials.

Board Meeting

CHINLE — Navajo Technical College Board of Trustees regular board meeting will be 9 a.m., Feb. 13, at the Holiday Inn Canyon de Chelly, Chinle. Info call 505-786-4151.

Federal Funds

McKinley County has been awarded federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board program. The money is to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in McKinley County. Only nonprofit organizations can apply. Info call Toni Lopez 505-722-5272.

Blood Drive

GALLUP — United Blood Services community blood drive will be Feb. 12-13, at the RMCHCS. Thursday hours will be 2-7 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Provides a free cholesterol screening with each donation. Volunteer donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Donors who are 16 must have signed permission froma parent or guardian. to make an appointment visit www.UnitedBloodServices.org or call 1-800-333-80374 ext. 257.

Benefit Dance

GALLUP — “Down Under” Benefit dance will be 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Feb. 13, at the Gallup National Army. Featuring: Southern Wind and 9010 Dirt Road Band. Admission $10 per person. Door prizes: trophy buckle and more.

Special Meeting

WINDOW ROCK — Special meeting of the Human Services Committee of the Navajo Nation Council will be 9 a.m., Feb. 13, at the Budget and Finance Committee conference room, Window Rock. Topic: Expedite coordination with DPM, OMB, OP/VP, and DOJ concerning current financial status and update.

Estate Consultation

REHOBOTH — You are invited to schedule a free, no obligation estate planning consultation with Mr. Bob Zeilenga, Attorney at Law and Senior Estate Planner, Feb. 12-13. He will answer you questions and show you the best approach to planning your estate. contact Sue Eddy at 726-9684 or seddy@rcsnm.org to schedule a consultation. Time is limited so schedule now.

Regular Meeting

CHINLE — Chinle Chapter Veterans Organization regular meeting will be 1 p.m., Feb. 13, at the Chinle Chapter House. All family members encouraged to attend.