November 2025 Newsletter
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Healthy & Thriving Places Summit
Over the course of two days, we brought together more than 60 community leaders, champions, and supporters to dream big about the future of Klamath County. Through the course of eight hours and seven activities, we were able to:
Celebrate the strengths of our region such as the natural beauty, making of close-knit neighborhoods, entrepreneurial spirit, and deepening our sense of belonging.
Took stock of what resources we already have such as blighted housing, land, and programming.
Discussed what makes Klamath truly home – people who care, places to gather, local businesses, cultural and natural assets, and a willingness to work together.
Identified gaps and opportunities such as shortening community gaps, making sure everyone feels included, increasing the number and types of activities and jobs so people stay and thrive here, strengthening local infrastructure, enhancing economic vitality, and building on the natural environment.
The Healthy & Thriving Places Summit may be over, but the conversation hasn’t stopped yet. With the help of Happy Cities, the consultants which helped in leading the conversation, Healthy Klamath plans to launch a robust action plan heading into 2026 which will be available via healthyklamath.com
Life doesn’t wait for an appointment.
That’s why we’re opening SkyCare Immediate Care—so you can get the help you need, when you need it. From minor injuries to sudden illnesses, SkyCare is open to everyone, even if you’re not yet a Sky Lakes patient.
Because increasing access to care means a healthier community for all. SkyCare is open every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Located on the 2nd floor of the Collaborative Health Center.
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It’s that time of the year again! It’s November so that means MOVEMBER is upon us! Start growing those epic moustaches and get ready to compete in this year’s MOSTACHE COMPETITION! Will you be this year’s winner?
Let’s raise awareness about men’s health.
Join the Healthy Klamath Mo-Stash Movers
https://movember.com/t/healthy-klamath?mc=1
https://www.healthyklamath.com/movember
3 out of 4 suicides are men.
Only 1 in 4 reach out for help.
Most feel pressure to “man up” instead of speak up.
We need to change that.
Check in on your mates.
Talk about the heavy stuff.
Listen without fixing.
Share this post to spread the word
#Movember #NoShaveNovember #MensMentalHealth #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone
Do you have an epic moustache or know someone who would like to compete?
Come support Men’s Health and join us December 11th, 6:00 PM at the Klamath Yacht Club. 2700 Front Street for the annual Healthy Klamath Mo-Stache Competition.
Share this post to spread the word
#Movember #NoShaveNovember #MensMentalHealth #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone
Don't miss the Merrill Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Merrill Civic Center!
This free resource event is your chance to learn about community resources available to you and your family.
Enjoy:
Free food
A bounce house (weather permitting)
Raffle items and giveaways
This event is brought to you by Healthy Klamath and Cascade Health Alliance, a coordinated care organization dedicated to building a healthier community in Klamath County. We're all working together to improve your health and well-being!
Find us at 365 W. Front Street, Merrill, OR 94203. We can't wait to see you there!
#MerrillOregon #FamilyFunDay #CommunityEvent #FreeEvent #HealthyKlamath #CascadeHealthAlliance #KlamathFalls #KlamathCounty #HealthAndWellness #CommunityResources #KlamathEvents #MerrillCivicCenter
You're Invited! ¡Están Invitados!
Join us for a Community Baby Shower! We are celebrating and honoring expecting parents, guardians, and families with children up to one year old.
Win prizes and learn about local resources available to new and expecting parents!
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Klamath County Fairgrounds, Linman Hall (3531 S. 6th St., Klamath Falls, OR 97603)
This special event is hosted by your local Community Partners.
Help us spread the word! Tag a friend or share this post to let new and expecting parents in our community know about this wonderful event. We can't wait to see you there!
#KlamathFalls #CommunityBabyShower #KlamathCounty #NewParents #ExpectingParents #CommunitySupport #BabyShower #KlamathEvents #CascadeHealthAlliance
We know Christmas can't come before Halloween and Thanksgiving but it's never too early to save! https://www.amazon.com/reg.../gl/guest-view/34UEVJYOZ55ZW...
In this hybrid 4-part workshop you will learn the importance of nutrition before and during pregnancy.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/nkddp3ea
or call 541-670-6123
What: Ties to the Land: Succession Planning for Rural Landowners
Designed for rural landowners:
- Get a framework for succession planning that meets your own vision and goals.
- Learn tips for dividing the succession planning process into manageable sections.
- Considerations for holding family meetings.
- Developing a succession plan timeline.
- Learn strategies for engaging your successors.
When: October 30, 2-4 p.m.
Where: KBREC Learning Center, 6923 Washburn Way, Klamath Falls
Register: https://beav.es/x48
#OSUExtension #OSU #successionplanning #RuralLandowners #rurallife #planning #planningahead #planningforthefuture
Everyone is welcomed at the Friend's Annual meeting. This will be a time to have discussions with fellow Ella Redkey Pool users, meet the Friends Board members, and more! The Pool Manager and Supervisor will also be in attendance to review future projects, goals, and to help answer any burning questions.
Join us October 25 starting at 11:30am! Refreshments will be provided.
FAMILY DAY BINGO – HALLOWEEN FUN!
Saturday, October 12th
Doors open at 12:00 PM | Games start at 1:30 PM
Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon of bingo at the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center! Kids 7+ are welcome (must be with a parent/legal guardian OR bring a signed note). Kids are encouraged to wear costumes – let’s see those little witches, ghosts, and superheroes!
Spooky Details:
Buy-in: $10 for all games (no hot ball)
Payouts: $50 pack games | $80 special games | $99 Double Action | $300 Blackout
Kids’ treats: Goody bags & raffle prizes
All goblins, witches, and little ghosts who play help fund programs at the Senior Center – so your fun has a purpose!
Come for the bingo, stay for the laughs, and make it a Halloween to remember!
Take Root is teaming up wit Connect Restore Thrive Counseling to bring to you Circle of Security Series! Registration required!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3vup6f42 or call 541-670-6123.
It's officially pumpkin spice season!
Well, it will definitely be by the time our October Cooking Class comes around. We hope to see you at "It's the Great Pumpkin!" -- a special, new fall theme for us on October 23rd at 5:30 PM!
Join Jen Newton, our Registered Dietitian, for this month’s group cooking class in the Wellness Center kitchen to explore the versatility of pumpkin this season. From pumpkin spice lattes to brownies to enchiladas (and much more!), pumpkin brings the creative edge to easy masterpieces from your kitchen.
RSVP your spot today! 541-274-2770. This class is $36 with insurance coverage available for CHA and discounts available for the long-term program participants.
Friends of the Children Klamath Basin is selling Klamath’s finest potatoes for your dining & holiday needs. 100% of funds raised go towards professional mentoring services for local youth. These potatoes make great gifts for family, friends, and neighbors! Pre order online starting today!
Pozole with Chicken
Flavorful stew made with hominy, red chile sauce and shredded chicken.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (10 ounces) red chile sauce or 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce + 2 to 4 Tablespoons chili powder
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 can (15 ounces) hominy, drained and rinsed (1 ¾ cup)
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken or pork
Toppings (optional)
Shredded cabbage or lettuce, sliced radishes, chopped onion, lime juice, chopped cilantro, chopped or sliced avocado
Directions
Wash hands with soap and water.
Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
In a large saucepan on medium heat, sauté onion in oil until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.
Add the chile sauce, broth, cumin, oregano and hominy to the onion and bring to a boil, stirring. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Stir in the chicken and heat through, about 2 minutes.
Spoon into shallow bowls and add toppings as desired.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
A rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick to fix.
No red chile sauce? You can also use 1 ¼ cups enchilada sauce.
Thanks to the OSU Extension Latin Heritage Workgroup for this recipe.
