Community Calendar: 10.14.09

Published 5:00 pm Monday, October 12, 2009

Wednesday, Oct. 14Ready!

LONG BEACH – Ocean Beach School District is offering “Ready! A Seminar for Parents” from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. beginning Wednesday, Oct. 14. The first session is for children who are zero to two years old. The Oct. 21 session is for children that are two to four years old; and the third session on Nov. 4 is for children four and five years old. This seminar will provide parents with information about how your child learns, as well as materials and activities you can use at home to make learning easy and fun. You’ll go home with some wonderful, free toys! For more information or reserve a free spot, call Jona at 642-1319.

Ready, respond, recover

LONG BEACH – Pacific County Economic Development Council is holding the second session of Ready, Respond, Recover from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 14 at the Chautauqua Lodge in Long Beach. The one-day conference is $25 and includes lunch and admission. Open to businesses in Pacific and Wahkiakum counties this conference will provide information about securing facilities, communicating with customers, handling money, and more in the event of a disaster. For more information or to register call 360-875-9330 or via e-mail at edcpcog@pacificedc.org.

Classic Movies at Neptune

LONG BEACH – The Neptune Twin Cinemas offers family and classic movies with no charge for admission, subject to capacity. All family and classic shows begin at 1 p.m. The movie on Oct. 14 is “The Day of the Triffids” starring Howard Keel. 1962. 95 min.

Blood drive

NASELLE – The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at Naselle School. Call 866-961-9211 to schedule time for a donation.

After school fun

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Timberland Library presents after school activity for children in grades one through six, from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Oct. 14. Welcome fall by making a seasonal door hanger. For more information call 665-4184.

Cowpokes

NASELLE – Naselle Timberland Library presents Cowpokes: Yippee-Ki-Yi-Yay Family Day at the Library, from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Oct. 14 for all ages. Come home from the range and live the cowpoke life in the library. Create your own brand and lasso a cow. Enjoy tall tales and cowpoke tunes, and eat some cowpoke cooking. For more information call 484-3877.

Shoalwater Birders

OCEAN PARK – The Shoalwater Birders meet Wednesday, Oct. 14 at the Ocean Park library at 7 p.m., at 1308 256th, Ocean Park. Beth Phillips, from NOAA, will discuss the bountiful Pacific Ocean with interesting coastal asides that she has observed with the research team. Everyone is welcome.

Depression Screening

LONG BEACH – Attend one of Willapa Behavioral Health’s depression screening events Oct. 14 through Oct. 18. As part of the program you will have the opportunities to complete a brief, written questionnaire, learn about the symptoms of depression, and how to help a friend or family member who may be at risk. You will also have the option of talking to a health care professional about any concerns you may have. Screenings will be offered at various locations so contact Willapa Behavioral Health at 642- 3787 for full details.

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., High/Middle School, 314 Brumbach, Ilwaco

Thursday, Oct. 15, 8 a.m. to noon, Ocean Beach Hospital. 174, 1st Ave. N Ilwaco.

Thursday, Oct. 15. 1 to 3 p.m., Chinook Observer, 205 E Bolstad Ave., Suite 2, Long Beach

Thursday, Oct. 15, 4 to 6:30 p.m., His Supper Table Peninsula Church of the Nazarene13 St. N and Pacific Hwy., Long Beach

Friday, Oct. 16, 9 a.m. to noon, Department of Social and Health Services/ Unemployment Office, 2601 Pacific Hwy N., Long Beach

Friday, Oct.16, 1 to 4 p.m., Family Health Center at North Beach 21610 Pacific Hwy., Ocean Park

Sunday, Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Mary’s Church 4700 Pacific Hwy., Seaview.

Alzheimer’s support

LONG BEACH – Caring for someone with memory loss? Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with dementia. A free information and support group for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia meets from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of each month at the PUD auditorium, 9610 Sandridge Road in Long Beach. Contact group facilitator Don Cantrell at 642-3787 ext. 226 if you have questions.

LB Lions

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Lions Club meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Benson’s Restaurant in downtown Long Beach. Call 642-8322 for more information.

Grief support group

SEAVIEW – A grief support group is held every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon at the Peninsula Church Center fireside room, 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. Call 800-772-1319 for more information or just come by and check out this group.

Kiwanis

LONG BEACH – The Ilwaco-Long Beach Kiwanis meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the El Compadre Restaurant at 1900 Pacific Avenue in Long Beach. Anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. If you have questions or need additional information, call 665-2598.

Thursday, Oct. 15Community Dinner

KLIPSAN – The Senior Center is holding a fundraising dinner open to the community on Oct. 15 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The main entrée is Yankee pot roast and it includes all the trimmings, plus dessert and a beverage. This is a great meal at an affordable price. The cost is just $7 for adults and $5 for children. The public is encouraged to come support the Senior Center.

Master Gardeners meet

ILWACO – The Clatsop County Master Gardeners meet on Oct. 15 at a meeting to be held at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 SE Lake Street in Ilwaco. The business meeting starts at 11 a.m., and the guest speaker begins at noon. The guest speaker, Kathleen Sayce will be speaking on using native plants in your garden. After the talk, tours will be given in the Discovery Garden at the museum. Sayce is the science officer at ShoreBank Pacific. For information call Jane at 503-325-9026.

Wild Mushrooms

PENINSULA – Chefs, innkeepers and gourmands share their passion for one of the Peninsula’s more prolific and delectable natural products during the Wild Mushroom Celebration, which runs from Oct. 15 through Nov. 15. Timed with the peak harvest, this unique event touts the talents of some of the Peninsula’s famed culinary community and the wealth of our fresh local ingredients available.

Connection Group

KLIPSAN – NAMI Connection Recover Support Group meets on Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at Golden Sands, 21608 “O” Place in Klipsan. Local residents facilitate this structured, confidential recovery group open to anyone who has lived with a psychiatric disorder. For information call Kat at 665-6305 or Barb at 665-4421.

Diabetes Academy

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital is hosting a Diabetes Academy from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 15 at the Ilwaco library meeting room in the Ilwaco Community Building. The event, which is sponsored by the hospital and Novo Nordisk, will be let by Nancy Summers, RN, CDE. It is a free meeting that is open to the public. Call 642-6308 for more information.

Line dancing

LONG BEACH – Line dancing continues at the Long Beach Elks every Thursday evening (except the fourth Thursday) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The cost is just $3 per person per class. Come check out this fun class. Call Linda at 783-2389 for more information.

Christian Women’s Group

SEAVIEW – A group of Christian women meet on Thursdays for fun, friends, support, bible study, prayer and spiritual renewal. The group is non-denominational. New fall study begins on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Cindy Moore’s at 905 30th Street in Seaview. We will finish our Beth Moore video study, and decide what to study next. Bring ideas and a friend! If you have questions call 665-3206.

Friday, Oct. 16Clamming

PENINSULA – A razor clam dig is tentatively scheduled on the Long Beach Peninsula from the Columbia River north jetty to Leadbetter Point on Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 18, pending marine toxin tests, with digging allowed between noon and midnight. The best time to start is an hour or two before low tide and it is recommended you take a lantern for evening digs. Low tides adjusted for Pacific beaches those days are as follows: Friday, Oct. 16, 7:02 p.m. -0.7; Saturday, Oct. 17, 7:48 p.m. -0.8; Sunday, Oct. 18, 8:32 p.m. -1.0. Harvesters are allowed to take no more than 15 razor clams and must keep the first 15 they dig, regardless of size or condition. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container. Licenses are available at numerous local businesses.

Water Music Festival

PENINSULA – The Water Music Festival kicks off at 7:30 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 16 with a concert at Hilltop Auditorium by Sans Souci, a chamber ensemble from Seattle. Tickets are $20. On Saturday, Oct. 17 at 10 a.m., at the Inn at Harbour Village, you are sure to enjoy Kim Angelis and the Bohemians, gypsy violin and ensemble. Tickets are free. At 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Oysterville Church, the Rose City Mixed Quarter, an a capella group, performs. Tickets are $15. Then on Saturday at 7:30 p.m., at Hilltop Auditorium, don’t miss Alpin Hong, a modern classic pianist. Tickets for his performance are $25 each. A special artists’ reception begins at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Pelicano Restaurant in Ilwaco where you will meet all of the artists from the weekend concerts. Tickets for the reception are $12 and include champagne or other beverages, chocolate desserts and other light fare. And finally on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m., at Hilltop Auditorium, Augustana Jazz Quarter will perform. This group is made up of four of the Northwest’s best jazz musicians. Tickets are just $15. For more information call 665-4466 to get more information.

Living Well Workshop

ILWACO – Living well with chronic conditions is a workshop to help lighten your load through self-management. This is a free six-week workshop that runs once a week on Fridays through Nov. 6, at Ocean Beach Hospital in Ilwaco. If you have a chronic condition and you’d like to improve your healthful behaviors, and health status this workshop can help. This workshop covers better breathing techniques, muscle relaxation, fatigue management, healthy eating, depression management, exercise, how to work with your health care provider and lots more. Pre-registration is required. Contact Frances Vandeventer at 665-2555 for questions and to sign up for the classes.

Women’s Health Center open house

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital and Medical Clinics will host an open house at the new Women’s Health Center, from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 16. Refreshments will be served and the staff will be available to answer questions and give tours. The first of its kind in Pacific County, the center will focus on the unique healthcare needs of women. It is staffed entirely by women. Karla Reinhart, ARNP, FNP-C, will be the center’s primary care provider. The center’s expanded services will include colposcopy, mammography and breast health, bone density testing for osteoporosis, birth control, bladder and menopause related concerns, and nutrition. The center is located across the street from the hospital at 167 First Ave. North, Ilwaco. For more information, call 642-6498.

Talking history

CATHLAMET – The Julia Butler Hansen Heritage Center is hosting “Talking History” through October. Local residents Dory Hicks and Carol Cothren will share their stories and memories about family camps and more, information sure to provide a unique insight into our past. Admission is free and open to all ages. The sessions will focus on the history and culture of Wahkiakum, promising to showcase some amazing characters. The center is open Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 795-0419 for more information.

AA meeting

OCEAN PARK – AA meets each Monday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean Park United Methodist Church located at 1202 262nd Place in Ocean Park. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 642-8449.

MAMAS group

LONG BEACH – A group called “MAMAS” meets every Friday from 11 a.m. to noon at 811 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 16 in the midwifery office between THC Organic Market and LB Coffee Roasters. This is a support group for mothers on the Long Beach Peninsula and surrounding areas. Mothering issues include breastfeeding, parenting, birthing and nutrition and answer questions pregnant women or new mothers may have. There is no charge to participate and children are always welcome. Contact Tamy at 509-220-9915 or 642-2033.

Saturday, Oct. 17Benefit Golf Tournament

LONG BEACH – A golf tournament sponsored by the Peninsula Rotary to benefit the local Christmas Angel Program, which provides Christmas presents to local children in need will be held on Oct. 17, with a 11 a.m. start time. The cost is $50, which includes lunch at the Peninsula Golf Course and prizes. For details contact Don at 642-4587 or via e-mail at don.parsons.lo17@statefarm.com or Peninsula Golf at 642-2828.

Garage sale

KLIPSAN – Peninsula Senior Activity Center is holding a fundraising garage sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 21603 “O” Lane in Ocean Park. Come find some great deals and help the senior center. Call 665-3999 for more information or to make a donation.

Mixed Quartet

OYSTERVILLE – The Rose City Mixed Quartet performs at 2 p.m. on Oct. 17 in the Oysterville Church. This Saturday afternoon concert will feature Barbara Poulshock’s compositions, including the debut of her settings to three William Blake poems. Tickets are just $15, and are available at the door before the performance.

Friends of Willapa meet

ILWACO – Interested members of the public are invited to attend the Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge board meeting to be held Saturday, Oct. 17, at 9 a.m., at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center located at 244 Robert Gray Drive, Ilwaco. Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation established to support Refuge programs and increase awareness and appreciation of the Refuge. Friends members volunteer to help the Refuge, located on and near the Long Beach Peninsula in southwest Washington at the mouth of the Columbia River, in one of the state’s richest and most diverse wildlife areas. For more information, please contact: info@friends of willaparefuge.org.

Stamp Club

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Stamp Club meets at 11 a.m., the third Saturday of each month at the Planter Box, 12706 Pacific Way in Long Beach. The next meeting is Oct. 17. Beginners to advanced collectors are welcome. Call John at 642-8732 for more information.

UFOs

ILWACO – Ilwaco Timberland Library presents June Crain and the UFOs, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 17 for adults and teens. In 1993 while giving a presentation at the Ocean Shores Library, UFO investigator James E. Clarkson met June Crain, a woman who claimed to know that what he said was true: She had worked at Wright Patterson Air Force Base from 1943-53, a pivotal period in the formulation of official UFO policy. Clarkson will tell June’s amazing story and reveal details of his research. This presentation is sponsored by the Friends of the Ilwaco and Ocean Park Timberland Libraries. For more information call 642-3908.

Sunday, Oct. 18Flushing notice

ILWACO – The city of Ilwaco will be flushing hydrants starting Sunday, Oct. 18 through Friday, Oct. 23 from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. Flushing hydrants can cause low pressure and temporarily cloudy water. If conditions persist, call Randy Levold at 642-3357.

Bingo at the Elks

LONG BEACH – Play bingo Sundays, Mondays and Wednesday at the Long Beach Elks from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Doors open at noon. Bingo is open to the public. Call 642-2651 for more information.

Volunteers needed

OCEAN PARK – Volunteers are needed to help at the Ocean Park Food Bank. In addition, food or cash donations will be gladly accepted. Call 665-6567 for more information.

Monday, Oct. 19

Military photos wanted

ILWACO – Digital photos of Ilwaco Middle/High School students over the years who have served/are serving in uniform are wanted, especially recent graduates so that the students can make connections about the importance of Veterans Day through seeing people they recognize. Send jpeg photos of service people in uniform, labeled with name and years attended and/or year graduated from Ilwaco, sent to jo.petersen@ocean.k12.wa.us by Oct 31.

Flu/Pneumonia vaccine

LONG BEACH – Pacific County Health Department is conducting a flu shot clinic on Oct. 19 at 7013 Sandridge Road in the new south county administrative building. This is for the seasonal flu and pneumonia vaccine only and will be administered by appointment only. Pneumonia vaccines are available for those who have not received the vaccine prior to their 65th birthday and/or a booster after age 65. The county will bill Medicare and Medicaid, bring copies of all insurance cards.

North Beach Water meeting

OCEAN PARK – North Beach Water District meets at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19 at 26109 Ridge Avenue in Ocean Park. The meeting is open to the public. Call 665-4144 if you need more information.

Model RR mtg

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Model Railroad Club (all scales) meets the first and third Mondays of the month beginning at 7 p.m. The first meeting of the month is held in the Ocean Park Library community room, and the second meeting of the month is held in the home of a member. For information and/or meeting location, please contact Dean Mead, president at 665-5589 or Mark Clemmens, secretary at 665-4807.

Parking Lot closed

ILWACO – The Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park will be closed due to construction of the overlook. The closure will be limited to weekdays until Nov. 13. The parking lot will be open on weekends. Contact the park office at 642-3078 for more information.

Toastmasters

ASTORIA – Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club meets the first, third and if appropriate fifth Monday of each month from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Hotel Elliot conference room in Astoria. This club serves our entire region in Washington and Oregon The club provides members with dynamic opportunities to improve their communication and leadership skills. Guests are always welcome. For more information, call 503-791-2806, or visit their Web site at www.toastmasters.org.

Lupus & Fibromyalgia

SEASIDE – The Northcoast Lupus and Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on Oct. 19 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the education center at the Seaside Hospital. If you have any questions, please call Sheila at 665-4870 or Carol at 503-325-1100.

Dance classes

ILWACO – River City School on Lake Street in Ilwaco offers a variety of classes each Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop and more and are open to those three-years-old and up. Call 642-8707 for details.

Friends of Chinook

CHINOOK – The Friends of Chinook School meet at 7 p.m. Oct, 19 at the Chinook fire hall. The meetings are open to anyone with an interest in the school.

Medical reserve corps

LONG BEACH – From 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Monday, Oct. 19 the public is invited to a volunteer orientation for Pacific County Medical Reserve Corps at 7013 Sandridge Road in Long Beach, or on Monday, Oct. 26 at the commissioners meeting room in the courthouse annex at 1216 W. Robert Bush Drive in South Bend. Dinner will be served at both meetings. Get involved today. R.S.V.P. to Annie Merritt at 360-481-2609 or e-mail pacificMRC@gmail.com.

Tuesday, Oct. 20ESA meeting

NASELLE – ESA (Epsilon Sigma Alpha) of Naselle meets Oct. 20 at the Naselle library conference room at 6 p.m. If you are new to the area and want to get involved in community service this is the group for you. Many philanthropic projects are done by this group. If you are interested contact 484-3113.

PAA meeting

OCEAN PARK – Peninsula Arts Association meets at 6 p.m., on Oct. 20 at the Barn on Bay, 2311 Bay Avenue in Ocean Park. The general meeting will include discussing proposed activities for the remainder of the year and the results of the 39th Fall Art Show. Nominations will be presented for 2010 officers. This meeting is open to the public. Call 665-4592 for more information.

Beyond Reality

ILWACO – Ilwaco Timberland Library is hosting “Read Beyond Reality @ Your Library – Books to Movies,” from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 20 for teens. Celebrate Teen Read Week with movies beyond reality. You and library staff will view and discuss movies that are based on popular novels. Check with the library for titles. Refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ilwaco and Ocean Park Timberland Libraries. For more information call 642-3908.

Masonic meeting

ILWACO – Occident Lodge No. 99 meets at noon every Tuesday for a no host luncheon at the Imperial Schooner Restaurant at the Port of Ilwaco. Sojourners are welcome. For information call Jim at 665-6577 or Norm at 642-2258.

Studying the Book of Acts

SEAVIEW – The study of the book of Acts happens at 10:30 a.m., each Tuesday at the Peninsula Church Center, 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. Tom Schaffer, a renowned Bible teacher, leads this class. Everyone is welcome.

Rotary Club Meetings

SEAVIEW – The fun-loving Southwest Washington Pacific County Rotary meets weekly for breakfast, fellowship and a half-hour presentation by a guest speaker each Tuesday morning at 7:30 a.m., at the 42nd Street Cafe in Seaview. Club members welcome guests interested in learning more about Rotary, or who would simply like to enjoy the week’s program. Breakfast is $10. Contact Carol Lynn Ockfen for more information at 665-5806 or e-mail her at carollynnockfen@comcast.net.

Relay for Life event

LONG BEACH – The Relay for Life of Long Beach is holding their kick off for the 2010 event from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Chautauqua Lodge, 304 N. 14th Street in Long Beach. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn more about this campaign, with the theme “Celebrating More Birthdays!” You will find great fun, food, friends, meet the top 2009 teams and sponsors, hear about cancer research and prevention and honor our brave community cancer survivors. The cost is just $25 to register a team. For information call Tera at 642-1081 or Denise at 642-1312 or contact publicity chair Lacie DeWitt at 783-2094.

Wednesday, Oct. 21DAR meeting

LONG BEACH – Astoria Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Oct. 21 at 11:30 a.m., at the Peninsula Christian Center in Long Beach. The meeting will be a potluck luncheon. Members wishing to have assistance with supplemental applications may come at 10:30 a.m. The program will be a discussion of the members’ individual patriot ancestors. Members and women wishing to join may call Pat Wendt 503-325-2216 or Evelyn Laughman 503-325-4386 for information or reservations.

Donation box

LONG BEACH – Help PACE with your donation of canned food items. Drop them at Arthur Strand Insurance at 205 Bolstad Ave. E., Suite 1 in Long Beach. They are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Everyone ‘can’ make a difference.

Scout Popcorn Fundraiser

PENINSULA – Got a sweet tooth? The Long Beach Peninsula Cub Scouts of Pack 29 and the Boy Scouts of Troop 28 are kicking off their annual popcorn fundraiser. You will be supporting scouting in your community by purchasing and eating such yummy favorites as “Unbelievably Buttery” microwave popcorn, “Original Caramel Corn,” “Trail’s End Mix,” and new this year, “Chocolatey Triple Delight” popcorn. Don’t like popcorn but still want to contribute? Your contribution of either $25 or $40 will support our Troops with a gift of popcorn. Scouts will be selling popcorn through Oct. 26. Call Tom Sutherland 642-4802 for more information.

Classic Movies at Neptune

LONG BEACH – The Neptune Twin Cinemas offers family and classic movies with no charge for admission, subject to capacity. All family and classic shows begin at 1 p.m. The movie on Oct. 21 is “The Dam Busters” starring Richard Todd and Michael Redgrave. 1954. 125 min.

Chinook Food Bank

CHINOOK – Volunteers for the Chinook Food Band, located at 70 Houchen Street in Chinook, are handing out food on the first and third Wednesdays of each month only. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For questions or in an emergency, call 875-6670.

Writers’ Circle

OCEAN PARK – The Writers’ Circle meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the Ocean Park Library. The meetings are from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The purpose of the meetings is to critique each other’s work in friendly, helpful ways. For more information call 642-6424 or 665-3835.

Future EventsRed Cross drive

KLIPSAN – The Peninsula Senior Activity Center is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22 at the center. Walk-ins are welcome, or reserve your time by calling 866-961-9211.

Veterans meeting

LONG BEACH – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3721 in Long Beach holds their monthly membership and business meeting at 7 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Elks Lodge at 110 Pacific Avenue in Long Beach. For information, call 642-1228.

Luncheon and bazaar

GRAYS RIVER – The annual luncheon and bazaar, sponsored by the women of the Friendship Circle of Grays River United Methodist Church at 3624 Highway 4 West in Grays River, will be held for two days this year. On Friday, Oct. 23, the hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the traditional stew, bread, coffee, juice and desserts being served all day. You may also call the church at 360-465-2391 that day for take-out orders. On Saturday, Oct. 24, soup, biscuits, dessert, and coffee or juice will be served during the sale hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. On both days new, second-hand, and handcrafted items will be for sale. As always, a large bake sale will feature homemade goodies. Garden produce will also be available. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 360-465-2240 or 360-465-2740.

Oktoberfest

CHINOOK – Friends of Chinook School are again hosting “Oktoberfest” Chinook-style on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the historic Chinook School on Highway 101. There will be a dinner and silent auction, with a live auction at 8 p.m. Live music will be performed by the Beach Buddies. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the Chinook school and gym. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children 12 and under. Call 777-8367 for more information.

Tapas & Tango

ILWACO – The Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge invite the public to an exciting evening of Spanish wine, food, Latin dancing and fun. This fundraising event is from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Artisan, located at 114 Main Street in Ilwaco. A suggested donation is $35 per person, which includes a rumba class and a special presentation by national ballroom champions Jo Ellen Jarvis and Dave Watson. For more information call Bev Arnoldy at 665-0044 or e-mail director@friendsofwillaparefuge.com.

Sea Shanty Camp

CHINOOK – On Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sea Shanty Camp of the Columbia will be the theme of a one-day camp offered by Hank Cramer, Mary Garvey, Matt Moeller and other instructors for a full-day immersion into maritime music. Attend one or all sessions for free in the riverfront theater at Fort Columbia State Park near Chinook. Box lunches are available with pre-registration. Then at 7:30 p.m., enjoy the free concert featuring instructors from the camp. There is no charge for this concert. For more information call 642-3029.

Lighthouses & Life Saving

CAPE D – On Sunday, Oct. 25 starting at 1 p.m., there will be a program on the North Head Lighthouse Program by Bill Hanable, historian and author of “Lighthouses and Life Saving on Washington’s Outer Coast.” Hanable will present a slide show at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and be available for a book signing after the program.

Coastal Writers’ Critique

LONG BEACH – The Coastal Writers’ Critique group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 10 a.m., at the PUD building on Sandridge Road. The next meeting is Oct. 27 All with an interest are encouraged to attend. For more information call Jan at 642-4932.

OP Lions

KLIPSAN – The Ocean Park Area Lions Club meets second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Ocean Park Lutheran Church at 240th and “U” Streets. The next meeting is Oct. 27. Anyone with an interest in being involved is encouraged to stop in for the meeting.

Computer group meets

LONG BEACH – The BeachMUG (Macintosh Users Group) meeting will be at the Super 8 Motel at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Anyone with an interest is welcome to attend. Call 665-5357 for more information.

Bob Milne to perform

LONG BEACH – The very talented pianist Bob Milne will perform at a special benefit for the World Kite Museum on Saturday, Nov. 7 beginning at 3 p.m. Milne plays and knows more about the piano and playing boogie woogie and ragtime music than most anyone you will hear. Tickets are $35 and are available at local branches of The Bank of the Pacific or at the World Kite Museum.

Parenting Workshop

LONG BEACH – Long Beach Elementary is hosting an interactive parenting workshop entitled, “Guiding Good Choices” on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., beginning Nov. 10 and running through Dec. 8. Dinner and childcare will be provided. Guiding Good Choices will give families the skills to work together and take action to help prevent children from destructive decisions and other problem behaviors. Parents will learn to set clear family guidelines, skills to strengthen their relationship with their child and how to help the child develop healthy behaviors. It is geared for all parents of children in grades four through eight. For more information or to register, call Tara Finch at 642-9349. A donation of $20 per household for the five-week series is suggested, with the parenting workbook and workshop materials included.

Gifts That Make a Difference

CLATSOP – Over a hundred non-profits serve the residents of Clatsop and Pacific counties, providing food, housing, clothing, care, education, recreation, counseling, spiritual support and a wide array of arts and entertainment. During this year’s holiday season, the public will get the chance to say thank you in a way that’s fun, festive and supportive. Gifts That Make a Difference will take place Saturday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Liberty Theater, and all non-profits in Clatsop and Pacific counties are invited to register to be part of this event. Th