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    Ophir School's hard-working 8th grade class raised $1,000 in tips for  their Washington D.C. trip at La Luna two weeks ago. Now they return  (with twice as much experience!) to the Half Moon Saloon on Thursday,  February 11. Basketball lovers will be particularly interested in this event as it offers in the ultimate in after-game dining convenience.

   "The kids will start serving at around 5:30-- about the time the home  game ends," says organizer and mom Diane Bartzick. "What a great  idea to celebrate the game with a family meal afterwards that supports  the 8th grade."  The Half Moon Saloon is renowned for its barbecue,  game and fish specialties, and its location right across from the  school can't be beat, says Bartzick.  "Caroline takes her location  literally. She  is a great neighbor to the school in every way," says  Bartzick. "She is always willing to help with any school event." The  Half Moon event, like the La Luna one hosted by the Ross family, will also include a silent  auction for a private chef French cuisine dinner prepared by our Middle School teachers Nettie Breuner and Cameron Johnson who have both worked and trained as chefs.  If you are unable to attend the evening and wish to place a bid  on this great prize you can contact Diane Bartzick at 995-2395.

Because Ophir opened a cafeteria this year (eliminating the ability  for the kids to sell lunch as a fundraiser) the current 8th grade has  had to have been creative in their fund-raising and have been learning  first-hand how much it takes to earn money for their trip. In addition  to working for tips, the kids have been babysitting, snow shoveling,  selling concessions and doing even odder jobs--like decorating the  town center ice rink for theme nights. If you are interested in hiring  an eighth grader for a job, contact Diane at Bartzick@aol.com.