Community Calendar: 11.11.09

Published 4:00 pm Monday, November 9, 2009

Wednesday, Nov. 11Veterans Day event

ILWACO – The public, and especially veterans and active-duty persons, are invited to a Veterans Day observance on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco. Members of the American Legion and Auxiliary, Don R. Grable Post and Unit No. 48 sponsor the event. Clam chowder and dessert will be served at noon, and anyone attending is asked to bring bread or a salad. Lt. Ahlin, commander of the Coast Guard Station at Cape Disappointment, will be the main speaker. For further information, please call Post Commander Chuck Schussman at 665-6010 or Unit President Janet Easley at 665-5580. The observance will be followed by the regular meetings of the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.

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.

Chinook Food Bank

CHINOOK – Volunteers for the Chinook Food Bank, 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.

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.

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.

Al-Anon/Alateen

SEAVIEW – Al-Anon family groups meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 4603 Pacific Highway in Seaview. These non-smoking meetings are open to all. Call 642-2902 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 Nov. 11 is “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” starring James Stewart and Jean Arthur. 1939. 116 min.

Tacos & more

KLIPSAN – The Peninsula Senior Activity Center is holding a taco fundraising dinner open to the community on Nov. 11 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. This special dinner includes a beverage and dessert for just $5. After dinner, David Campiche will host a lecture entitled “Mushrooms 101” starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring your mushrooms and David will be glad to identify them. The public is encouraged to come support the Senior Center. Call 665-3999 for information.

Holiday closures

PENINSULA – Ocean Beach School District and Naselle-Grays River Valley Schools will be closed on Nov. 11 for the Veterans Day holiday. In addition all banks, credit unions and library branches and post office branches will be closed.

Thursday, Nov. 12Willapa Anglers meet

NASELLE – The Willapa Anglers will meet on Thursday, Nov. 12 at the Hunters Inn in Naselle. Dinner and beverages are from 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Two or three speakers from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife will be talking about future salmon-management plans for Naselle River, concerning Chinook and Coho. The salmon plan will be radically changed in the future, with possibly 80 percent fewer hatchery releases of fall Chinook. There will also be information presented about gillnetting in Willapa Bay, including species and numbers caught and population trends. Plus expect a short treatment on sturgeon catches in Willapa Bay. Information will include gillnet harvest decisions, times of netting, and areas where netting will be allowed. For information call Ron at 484-3409.

Annual Christmas Bazaar

SEAVIEW – The annual St. Mary’s Parish Christmas bazaar is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Thursday, Nov. 12, Friday, Nov. 13 and Saturday, Nov. 14 in Seaview. Lunch and a variety of desserts will be available for purchase, plus you will find a good variety of handcrafted items for special holiday gifts.

OP Chamber meeting

OCEAN PARK – The next meeting of the Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce is Thursday, Nov. 12 at 8 a.m., at the fire hall. There will be two speakers on the agenda – Rick Schimelpfenig from QRable will talk about his new venture and Linda Yeager will discuss the Relay for Life. Ocean Park Lutheran Church will furnish treats. All are welcome.

Photo Club meeting

OCEAN PARK – Peninsula Photography Club will meet at 7 p.m., on Nov. 12 at the Ocean Park fire hall. The club welcomes anyone interested in the subject of photography and encourages photography as an art form. There is a list of club projects available at the Picture Attic. It consists of subjects to photograph by the month for the entire year. There are no dues and no officers, but a moderator is chosen each month. Call Jean at 642-4770 for information.

Christian Women gather

SEAVIEW – A non-denominational group of Christian women meets on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., for fun, friends, support, Bible study, prayer and spiritual renewal. A new study begins Thursdays at 905 30th Street in Seaview. The theme is ‘Living with Passion and Purpose.” If you have questions call 665-3206.

Toddler Story Time

OCEAN PARK – Two-year-olds accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver are invited to attend Toddler Story Time at the Ocean Park Library on Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 from 2 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. Each program includes simple stories, rhymes, songs and movement games that children and adults can enjoy together.

Licensing hours

ILWACO – The Department of Licensing office in Ilwaco is now closed on Thursdays. Regular business hours are now as follows: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.; and Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., closed from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

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.

Line dancing

LONG BEACH – Line dancing continues at the Long Beach Elks every Thursday. A special beginning class is now offered at 1 p.m. each Thursday. Then every Thursday evening (except the fourth Thursday) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., classes for beginners, intermediate and advance are available. 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.

Genealogical meeting

ASTORIA – The Clatsop County Genealogical Society meets at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12 at the Lewis and Clark Fire Department, 34583 Hwy. 101. Sue Glen will present information on documenting your lineage for society purposes. Anyone interested in their family history is encouraged to attend; bring any information you have and members will be glad to offer assistance and research ideas.

Friday, Nov. 13Chautauqua bazaar

LONG BEACH – The Chautauqua Lodge Resort is holding their fourth annual holiday bazaar in the conference center on Nov. 13 and 14, and vendors are wanted. This event helps families and those in need this holiday season. Call Jen at 642-4401 for more information.

Ilwaco Food Bank schedule

ILWACO – The food bank in Ilwaco will be open Nov. 13 and Nov. 20 and then Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please bring your own container.

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.

Parking Lot closed

ILWACO – The Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park is 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.

Saturday, Nov. 14Grange dinner/auction

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road in Long Beach is holding a dinner with tri-tip as the entrée, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 14. The cost for this full meal is just $8 for adults, $4 for children and $7 for seniors. Call Rick Haug at 642-7176 for more information.

Christmas boutique/bake sale

NASELLE – Bring your Christmas list and attend the Christmas boutique and bake sale hosted by the Priscilla Circle on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Naselle Lutheran Church basement located at 308 Knappton Road, Naselle. A soup bar will be offered between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Enjoy coffee and cookies while you shop. All proceeds will be dedicated to the Church Elevator Fund. Call 484-3826 for information.

Stew for ‘Lunch Bunch’

ROSBURG – On Wednesday, Nov. 15 from noon to 2 p.m., the Wednesday Lunch Bunch is holding a special fundraising luncheon at the Rosburg Community Hall, with the main entrée a delicious beef stew. Money raised will be used to fund future meals.

Pancake Breakfast

KLIPSAN – Enjoy breakfast at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center on Pacific Highway at Klipsan, on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Enjoy pancakes with scrambled eggs and sausage, or biscuits and sausage gravy with scrambled eggs, plus a beverage. The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children and .50 for side orders. Bring your friends and your appetite!

OP Food bank

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park Food Bank is collecting holiday foods such as evaporated milk, canned fruit, corn and other similar holiday items so they can provide special meal products for Thanksgiving and Christmas. In addition, volunteers are always needed to help at the Ocean Park Food Bank. Food or cash donations will be gladly accepted at any time. Call 665-6567 for more information.

Friends of Willapa meet

ILWACO – All members of the Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge and interested members of the public are invited to attend the annual membership and board meeting to be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Ilwaco Public Library located at 158 First Avenue North. The board meeting begins at 8 a.m. and the annual meeting will be held at 10 a.m. with refreshments served. Also included will be an update by FWNWR staff regarding projects and accomplishments for the year. For additional information, please contact President Amy Cook at 360-355-6596.

Clamming

PENINSULA – A razor clam dig is scheduled on the Long Beach Peninsula from the Columbia River north jetty to Leadbetter Point on Saturday, Nov. 14 through Monday, Nov. 16, 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: Saturday, Nov. 14, 5:49 p.m. -0.7; Sunday, Nov. 15, 6:34 p.m. -1.0; Monday, Nov. 16, 7:16 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.

Sunday, Nov. 15Book signing

ILWACO – Jan Bono is hosting a signing of her book, “Just Joshin’ a year in the life of a not-so-ordinary 4th grade kid” from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2nd Story Playhouse at 108 Spruce Street in Ilwaco. Come meet this author and have a cookie!

Humane Society Open House

LONG BEACH – Everyone is invited to the South Pacific County Humane Society Open House at 330 2nd Street N.E. in Long Beach on Sunday, Nov. 15, from noon to 3 p.m.  Come take a tour of our no-kill Shelter, see your tax-deductible donations at work, and maybe find a new best friend.  Light refreshments will be served.  Call 642-1180 for more information. 

Smoke on the Waters

SKAMOKAWA – Redmen Hall in Skamokawa is sponsoring an exhibit entitled “Smoke on the Waters” each Thursday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. until Nov. 22. Redmen Hall is located on SR-4 in Skamokawa. If you have questions, call 795-3007.

Bingo giving

LONG BEACH – Be a part of Elks Bingo in the month of November to help our local community during the holiday and giving season. For each Sunday session in November, the Elks will donate $200 from bingo game proceeds to the following groups: the food bank (Nov. 15); Camp Victory (Nov. 22); and Christmas Angels (Nov. 29). How can you help? Just come play bingo, have some fun and help us reach that goal. The normal game prizes and blackout jackpot of $250 are potential winners for you. All sessions begin at 1 p.m. and are open to the public. The doors open at 12:30 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 16H1N1 Community Clinics

SOUTH BEND – The Pacific County Health Department is scheduling H1N1 community clinics each Monday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., effective immediately. Clinics are by appointment only. The clinics are for those in the five priority groups according to the Center for Disease Control. The number of doses available will be limited and may vary from week to week depending on what is received from the manufacturer. For appointments in the north county clinic, which will be held at 1216 West Robert Bush Drive in South Bend, call 875-9300 ext. 2639 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For appointments in the south county clinic to be held at 7013 Sandridge Road in Long Beach, call 642-9349 (option 2) Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. To be eligible for the H1N1 vaccine you must meet certain qualifications. Call the clinics for more information.

Democrat Precinct Mtg

LONG BEACH – The Democratic Prescinct meeting for November has been cancelled. If you would like more informaiton contact Pat Donnelly at 642-2130.

North Beach Water mtg

OCEAN PARK – The North Beach Water board of commissioners will hold their regular meeting beginning at 6 p.m., Monday, Nov. 16 at 26109 Ridge Avenue. In addition the agenda will include a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2010 budget.

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 support

SEASIDE – The Northcoast Lupus and Fibromyalgia Support Group meets from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 16, in the Providence Seaside Hospital education room. The guest speaker is Vicki McAfee, a clinical herberalist from Gypsy Whimsy in Astoria. All with an interest are welcome. For information call Sheila at 665-4870.

Book sale

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Elementary is hosting a scholastic book fair from Monday, Nov. 16 through Friday, Nov. 20. The book fair will raise funds for purchasing books for the school library. Monday, Nov. 16 is a viewing day. Tuesday, Nov. 17 through Thursday, Nov. 19 are purchasing days, with the fair open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. On Friday, Nov. 20, hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event will feature specially-priced books and educational products. If you need additional information, call Judy at 665-4815, ext. 619.

Tuesday, Nov. 17WellSpring meeting

LONG BEACH – The WellSpring meeting will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the PUD building on Sandridge Road in Long Beach. This is a revised date and time. For additional information contact pen_south@yahoo.com or call 360-208-3295.

PAA meeting

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Arts Association will hold their last meeting of the year on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m., at the Barn on Bay, 2311 Bay Avenue in Ocean Park. The election of officers for 2010 will be held, with a surprise program following. Call 665-4592 for more information.

After Hours Get Together

ILWACO – The Ilwaco Merchants Association is hosting an after-hours get together from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the Second Story Playhouse in Ilwaco. Please contact Diane Carter at 642-2541 for more information.

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., 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.

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.

Rotary Club Meetings

SEAVIEW – 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 Dick Fisher for more information at 642-3045 or suecloud@earthlink.net.

Bridge meeting

MEGLER – An open house, hosted by the Oregon Department of Transportation, to discuss the proposed repairs to the Astoria-Megler Bridge will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 17 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum on Lake Street in Ilwaco. Oregon and Washington will evenly split the cost of repainting the bridge to protect the steel from rusting and deteriorating. Lane closures will be needed to make room for workers and equipment. Intermittent overnight full closures are proposed as well. The program is projected to begin late this year and end in 2011. All are welcome to this open house or you can go to www.meglerbridge.com for more information.

Wednesday, Nov. 18Class of 2010 meeting

LONG BEACH – IHS Class of 2010 graduation night committee meetings are held every third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the PUD building on Sandridge Road in Long Beach. The next meeting is Nov. 18.

Sing/Music Lab

CHINOOK – On Nov. 18, Chinook Lutheran Church at 767 Highway 101 invites the public to come for a Hymn Sing/Music Lab at the church beginning with dinner at 5 p.m. Following dinner, which you don’t need to bring anything for, spend an hour or so joining together in song, learning some new pieces of music, and enjoying each other’s company. Vocal talent not required! Call 777-8416 for 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 Nov. 18 is “Mister Roberts” starring Henry Fonda, James Cagney, William Powell and Jack Lemmon. 1955. 122 min.

DAR meeting

ASTORIA – The Astoria Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Nov. 18, at 11 a.m., (note time change) at the Astoria Golf and Country Club. Joan Johnson will present a program on the true story of Nazi Gold. Members and women interested in membership are invited to attend. Membership is open to women age 18 and over who can trace their ancestry to a person who in some way assisted the colonists in the Revolutionary War. Members can assist with tracing the lineage of prospective members. Please call Regent Evelyn Laughman 503-325-4683 or Registrar Sue Glen 503-861-0574 for reservations or information.

Diabetes support

ILWACO – A diabetes support group meets from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Ilwaco Library meeting room. The guest speaker is Dr. Daniella Mittan, who will discuss what’s new in diabetes. Everyone is welcome to this free gathering. This is a great opportunity to hear and ask questions of an expert in diabetes management. Call 642-6308 if you have questions.

Elks honor veterans

LONG BEACH – Long Beach Elks Lodge No. 1937 salutes our military veterans and is serving dinner starting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18 to all military veterans and active-duty military personnel. The menu includes Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, a vegetable, salad and dessert. There will be no charge and all veterans and active-duty military and their families are invited.

Thanksgiving social

ROSBURG – Rosburg’s Wednesday Lunch Bunch is holding their Thanksgiving social at Valley Bible Church, 4723 SR-4 West in Rosburg. They will have lots of great food and numerous door prizes. For more information, call Pat Potter at 465-2370.

Future EventsWomen in Business

ILWACO – Women in Business meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nov. 19, at the Artisan at 114 Main Street S.W. in Ilwaco. The guest speaker is Casey Kellar, an entrepreneur who has started numerous “bootstrap built” businesses and currently oversees CDC Property Management and Investment Company. Casey gives hard-talking and stimulating motivation to challenge you to step out of old, unproductive beliefs and reach for new frontiers. For information call Shelley Pollock at 665-5388.

Youth lock-in

ILWACO – Calling volunteers! The Ilwaco MS/HS Youth Action “Klub” (YAK) and their advisor Sarah Taylor are planning the annual Middle School All Night Lock-in on Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m., and will continue until Saturday morning at 7 a.m. They are recruiting adult volunteers who are willing to provide general supervision, lead activities, chaperone the gym or provide support in the kitchen. Volunteer shifts have been divided into six-hour increments as follows, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. or 1 a.m. to 7 a.m., although volunteers at any time for any length of time are welcome. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Taylor at 642-1244 or sarah.taylor@ocean.k12.wa.us.

Holiday bazaar

CATHLAMET – St. James’ Annual Holiday Bazaar is Nov. 20 and Nov. 21 at 1134 Columbia Street in Cathlamet. The bazaar is open from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21. You will find Lingonberry products, Scandinavian goodies and yummy meals. A huge bake sale features goodies from several different ethnic traditions include dark English fruitcake and breads from Italy. Vendors will have a variety of decorative and gift items, mostly homemade by local artists and crafters. The kitchen will have homemade soups, salads, hot spiced cider and scrumptious desserts for both lunch and dinner. Follow the signs off State Route 4 to the center. Call Rachael at 849-4181 for additional details.

Like Bunnies?

SOUTH BEND – On Nov. 21, at 10:30 a.m., Nancy Baskett from the WSU Extension office will present a program for those interested in raising rabbits. Nancy is a popular rabbit judge and international consultant on raising rabbits. Her program is appropriate for youth and adults interested in becoming rabbit owners or new rabbit owners with questions. Please call extension office staff to reserve your space and handouts. The meeting will be held in the courthouse annex meeting room. A new bunny 4-H club is starting at 6 p.m. on Nov. 23 in the courthouse annex meeting room. This club is open to all youth age five to 19 interested in raising rabbits. Owning a rabbit in not a requirement for joining. The first meeting is organizational, come for fun and information. Call 875-9331.

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 Nov. 21. Beginners to advanced collectors are welcome. Call John at 642-8732 for more information.

Choir practice

NASELLE – The Finnish-American Choir, under the direction of Cliff Weimer, will be performing with the Northcoast Chorale at the Christmas Concert at the Deep River Historical Lutheran Church, Sunday, Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. Rehearsals will be held at the Naselle Lutheran Church, Saturday, Nov. 21, 28 and Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. Choir members are encouraged to attend at least one of these rehearsals, preferably all three.

Holiday bazaar

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Lutheran Church, located at 24002 “U” Street, is holding a holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21. There will be handcrafted holiday gift items, baked goods, Santa’s workshop where kids can make gifts for others, and Granny’s Attic full of collectibles. Plus there will be complimentary coffee and a pastry with your donation of two non-perishable food items. If you have questions, call 665-6344.

Santa’s in town

OCEAN PARK – Santa Claus will be at the Bank of the Pacific in Ocean Park from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Canned food donations are appreciated and will be given to the Ocean Park Food Bank. Photos are available with a donation for Relay to Life. Call Sheryl at 665-5255 if you need more information.

Sports Booster signs

PENINSULA – It’s time to send in your annual fee for the Ilwaco High School Gym sign or to become a member for the first time. Individuals, families, organizations and businesses are welcome to purchase a sponsorship sign for the initial $75 fee to create the blue and gold signs that are two feet long and six inches tall. For those who already have a sign from a previous year, the annual fee is $50. All funds raised will support the Ilwaco Sports Boosters youth activities contributions and scholarship program. Ilwaco Sports Boosters meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., typically in the Ilwaco High School Library. This month’s meeting is Nov. 24. To purchase a gym sign, contact David Glasson at 642-4515.

Thanksgiving dinner

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Elks will host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 26 at the lodge. This dinner is open to the public and offered at no charge, however, donations will be accepted for PACE. Dinner will be cooked by volunteer members of PACE. Elk members and their families will do serving and cleanup.

Feed the Hungry Bazaar

LONG BEACH – The 9th Annual Help Feed the Hungry Holiday Bazaar is set for Nov. 27 and Nov. 28 at the Edgewater Inn on Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach. Hours both days are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Help those in our local community by supporting this bazaar. If you have items to donate for sale, call 642-4987. For personal donations, send a check or money order to Peninsula FISH, P.O. Box 484, Ilwaco, WA 98624. If you need more information call Tara Jarrett at 484-3945.

Children’s Christmas party

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park Eagles Lodge is hosting a party for children in the community on Dec. 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge. There will fun and games for kids. An adult must accompany all children. If you need more information call Verla Barker at 360-261-1744 or e-mail verla@windermere.com.

Boat Parade/Tree Lighting

ILWACO – Ilwaco is holding their annual lighted boat parade and lighting of the crab pot Christmas tree on Saturday, Dec. 5. The Crab Pot Tree lighting will be at 5 p.m. with some caroling, and at 6 p.m., the Ilwaco Lighted Boat Parade to Station Cape Disappointment and back gets underway. All boats are encouraged to enter the parade, regardless of size or type. For information on either event, call 642-8667.

Christmas home tour

PENINSULA – Mark your calendars now for the 4th Annual Christmas Home Tour coming Dec. 13. Come visit five beautiful homes decorated for the season. Advance tickets are $20 per person and are available at Deux Chapeaux and Sweet Williams. Tickets the day of the tour are $25 per person. Start a tradition!