Community Calendar: 1.27.10

Published 4:00 pm Monday, January 25, 2010

Wednesday, Jan. 27Posters available

LONG BEACH – Crisis Support Network has a poster that reads, “Domestic or Sexual Violence: This business is a safe haven to place a call for help if you are a victim of domestic or sexual violence.” Any business that would like a poster should come by the Chinook Observer during regular business hours.

Blood drive

ILWACO – From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Jan. 27, there will be a blood drive at the high school in Ilwaco. If you are 17 years old or older, weigh more than 110 pounds, are in good health and without risk factors for hepatitis or HIV, you are probably eligible to donate blood.

Author Readings

ILWACO – Olde Towne Trading Post, the coffee shop across from the heritage museum in Ilwaco, will be the site of a monthly Authors’ Showcase the last Wednesday evening of the month, beginning Jan. 27. Writers are encouraged to come share works in progress or published writings, and everyone is welcome to come hear these original stories. Coffee and goodies available at 6 p.m., and writers will sign-up for reading slots beginning at 7 p.m. For more information call 642-4932.

Yoga

KLIPSAN – Gentle stretch beginning yoga classes are underway at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center starting at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesdays. These classes are open to all ages. Call Barbara at 665-5780 if you have questions.

Weather radio program

PENINSULA – Pacific County Emergency Management Agency is participating in a NOAA weather radio program designed to educate the public on the warnings and alerts that may be issued from the National Weather Service. On Jan. 27 at 9 a.m., at Pacific County Fire District No. 1, 26110 Ridge Avenue in Ocean Park and then at 2 p.m. at the Ilwaco Community Building at 158 First Avenue North, information on the weather radio program will be presented. The sessions are open to everyone, but radios are limited to the first 60 residents who meet certain income level requirements. To obtain an application in advance call 360-875-9340 or e-mail b.walker@emd.wa.gov. Free on-site programming of your radio is available.

Kindergarten ready!

SEAVIEW – Parents of children up to age five are invited to free seminars from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Peninsula Church Center in Seaview to learn more about their child’s development. The seminars provide parents with information about how their child learns, as well as materials and activities for use at home to make learning easy and fun. Parents and children ages two to four years old should attend the seminar on Jan. 27 and parents and children four and five years old should attend the Feb. 3 seminar. Dinner will be provided and childcare is available on site. Call Jona at 642-1319 to reserve the free spot for you and your child.

Big Book meeting

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park Big Book meeting is at 6 p.m. each Wednesday at Ocean Park Methodist Church at 1202 262nd Place. All are welcome. For information call Jeannie at 665-3831.

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 Jan. 27 is “The Horse Soldiers,” starring John Wayne and William Holden. 1959. 120 min.

Thursday, Jan. 28Community meeting

LONG BEACH – Your input is needed! Come to a meeting from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., on Jan. 28 at the county building at 7013 Sandridge Road in Long Beach and help develop a plan to improve the health and quality of life in our community. Attendees will have an opportunity to provide input on activities, programs and policies which will help increase physical activity, decrease tobacco use among youth and adults, and increase access to healthy foods and healthy eating for all. Lunch will be provided. R.S.V.P. to Tara Finch, coordinator, Pacific County Healthy Communities Initiative at 642-9300, extension 2627 or via e-mail at tfinch@co.pacific.wa.us.

Gardening with Miller

ILWACO – Ease gently into the gardening season and learn from a pro as master gardener and certified arborist Earl Miller presents a six-week course on gardening at the Ilwaco Timberland Library at 158 First Avenue North in Ilwaco. The class is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on Thursdays through Feb. 25. Topics to be covered include characteristics and management of gardening soil, selection and care of ornamental plants, lawn choices and maintenance, selecting and planting fruit trees, pruning trees and shrubs, and diagnosis and treatment of plant problems. Everyone is welcome. Call 642-3908 if you have questions.

Love & Logic

OCEAN PARK – Do you want to raise responsible kids and put an end to power struggles? Come to the love and logic parenting opportunity on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., through Feb. 25. The cost is $10 due the first session for the handbook. Each session is independent of the other, and attending even one session is beneficial. Jodie Baxter from Early Steps to School Success and Jean Fisher, a family resource advocate from the Readiness to Learn program, will facilitate these sessions. Snacks and child care are provided. Sign up today by calling 360-783-2356.

Line dancing

LONG BEACH – Line dancing continues at the Long Beach Elks. Beginner and intermediate classes are offered at 1 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m., each Thursday. Advanced classes are available from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. each Thursday. Everyone is welcome. The cost is just $3 per person per class. Come check out this fun activity, you don’t need a partner. Call Linda at 783-2389 for more information.

Veterans meeting

LONG BEACH – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3721 in Long Beach holds their monthly membership and business meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at the Elks Lodge, 110 Pacific Avenue in Long Beach. For information, call 642-1228.

Planning course

CATHLEMET – From 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., on Thursday, Jan. 28 at River Street Building in Cathlamet, the Washington State Department of Commerce and Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments are hosting a short course on planning. This course will provide a wide spectrum of information on the responsibilities of planning commissioners and local elected officials in tackling land use planning issues and policies, and making tough decisions. Contact the council of government office at 360-577-3041 or TJ Keiran at tkeiran@cwcog.org for more information.

Friday, Jan. 29Influenza Vaccinations

SOUTH BEND – The Pacific County Health Department in South Bend is holding H1N1 walk-in clinics each Friday during the month of January from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. There is no cost for the vaccination and no appointment is necessary. The health department is located at 1216 W. Robert Bush Drive in South Bend (directly across from the Coast Seafood Company). For residents in South County please call the Long Beach Health Department for appointments and times of the H1N1 clinic. If you have any further question please call 875-9343 or 642-9349.

Adult reading

PACIFIC COUNTY – Warm up to good books and join in Timberland Regional Library’s 13th annual Adult Winter Reading program, running through Monday, March 15. For each five books or audio books you finish during the program period, complete a form and turn it in at a Timberland library by Monday, March 15. Participants must be 18 or older and have a current Timberland library card. Prizes, including overnight resort getaways and book-and-beverage baskets, will be drawn on March 22. Local Timberland libraries will award additional prizes that have been donated by businesses and Friends of the Library groups.

Game night

OCEAN PARK – It’s game night at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29 at the Peninsula Baptist Church activities room, located at 23802 Pacific Hwy 103 in Ocean Park. Bring your favorite game and a snack to share. All are welcome. Call 665-5060 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.

Saturday, Jan. 30Service groups open house

KLIPSAN – Saturday, Jan. 30, the public is invited to the Peninsula Senior Activity Center for an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., welcoming the representatives from various service organizations serving the Peninsula. This will be a wonderful opportunity to familiarize yourself with the different agencies that provide services to our Peninsula. You will be able to look at programs available for you to get involved or to seek help. If you need more information please contact Ernie Henson at 642-3376 or the Senior Center at 665-3999.

Teen dance

LONG BEACH – From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., on Jan. 30, youth ages 16 to 19 years old are invited to an evening of great music, food and fun at the Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road in Long Beach. Admission is $5. Concessions include teen favorites, plus there will be a dance contest from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This is a zero tolerance dance, and is an opportunity for teens to have fun in a safe environment. Call 642-4953 if you have questions.

Woodcrafter show

OCEAN PARK – Local craftsman Wayne Ivy will host a show of his amazing work from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, Jan. 30 and Sunday, Jan. 31, at Adelaide’s in Ocean Park. More than 20 pieces will be on display and available for purchase, with 15 percent of all proceeds going to the Boys and Girls Club of the Long Beach Peninsula. One piece will also be raffled off, with all proceeds going to the Boys and Girls Club. Raffle tickets will be available at the event and the winner will be announced Sunday afternoon. Ivy will be on hand both days to answer questions about materials, style, workmanship, and the like.

Cribbage

LONG BEACH – The Longest Beach Cribbage Club meets every Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Pioneer Tavern at the corner of Pacific Highway and Pioneer Road. The play will be according to ACC rules. The cost is $5, with double elimination and 100 percent payback. Anyone with an interest is invited. For more information call 642-3994.

Sunday, Jan. 31Orpheus Youth Ensemble

ILWACO – As part of the Poulshock concert series sponsored by Water Music Festival, a varied choral program will be presented on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. at the Inn at Harbour Village, and on Sunday, Jan. 31 at 3 p.m. at the Peninsula Baptist Church. The first half will be comprised of madrigals staged in traditional Renaissance costume. The second half will feature solo and choral compositions and arrangements by director Barbara Poulshock. Admission is free, but donations are happily accepted to defray the cost of the venues.

Art Around Town

ILWACO – Artwork at the Ocean Beach Hospital is from the first and second place winners of the fall Peninsula Art Association art show held in September 2009. A variety of works, such as watercolor, oil, pastel, photographs, charcoal and collage will be on display. This is a fine example of artwork available from our area. This exhibit is free and can be viewed most any day of the week. Enjoy!

Overeaters Anonymous

SEAVIEW – Overeaters Anonymous meets at 4612 Pacific Highway (Bill’s place) in Seaview at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Call 642-4932 or 642-8439 for more information. Additional meetings are on Mondays and Thursdays at noon at Golden Sands in Klipsan. Call 665-2535 or 665-2348 for information on these meetings.

Monday, Feb. 1Water system flushing notice

LONG BEACH – The city of Long Beach rescheduled their flushing and flow testing of hydrants in the Long Beach and Seaview area through Friday, Feb. 5 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. This action may cause temporary discoloration of the water due to iron sediment and a reduction in pressure. There are no health risks associated with the discoloration. If you have any questions or concerns call 642-2203.

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.

Tuesday, Feb. 2Chronic condition classes

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital in Ilwaco is hosting a series of free workshops on ‘Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.’ These classes will be held on Friday afternoons from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., starting Feb. 12 and running through March 19. They are designed to teach individuals to take charge and manage their chronic illnesses in partnership with their physicians. Space is limited. For more information or to register contact Denise Ross, RN at 642-6308.

Library annual meeting

NASELLE – Naselle Timberland Library is holding their annual meeting at the library at 6 p.m., on Feb. 2. The agenda will include the election of officers. All with an interest are welcome to attend. Call 484-3877 for more information.

Better Health Group

LONG BEACH – A new group is forming on the Peninsula called the Better Health Group. Robert Matthews is starting the group to gather people together to “discuss issues concerning better health through natural means, with a focus on nutrition.” With the goal in mind of doing good things for our bodies, the group plans to meet beginning at 7 p.m., the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Long Beach Train Depot (next to Dennis Company) on 3rd Street. The meetings are free and everyone is welcome. If you have questions, call Robert at 665-5889.

Lunch bunch

SEASIDE – The ENCORE lunch bunch meets at 12:30 p.m., on Feb. 2 at Dooger’s Seafood and Grill in Seaside. For further information call Bernie at 503-861-2695 or Paula at 866-252-8767.

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.

RFL Willapa Bay

RAYMOND – Relay For Life of Willapa Bay meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Raymond High School Home and Family Room. The next meeting is Feb. 2. Dinner is available for meeting attendees from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a $5 donation. A portion of the meeting is dedicated to cancer education, focusing on a different type each month. Also learn about Relay For Life and how you can get involved. All are welcome to attend!

Do Nothing Club

OCEAN PARK – Ready to start on your New Year’s resolution to do nothing this year? Well then come to the Do Nothing Club on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at 24002 “U” Street in Ocean Park. This is a chance for men to gather together to play cribbage, shoot pool, play cards, kibitz or sit around and just grouse if you want. For more information, call Jack McBride at 665-2721 or Jim Wirth at 665-2420 or just show up on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 3Classic 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 Feb. 3 is “Murderers Row,” starring Dean Martin as Matt Helm and Ann Margret. 1966. 105 min.

Grange meeting

LONG BEACH – All with an interest are invited to a meeting of the Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road beginning at 6:30 p.m., on Feb. 3. For more information call 642-4953.

Jetty meeting

ASTORIA – The forthcoming comprehensive renovation of the jetties at the mouth of the Columbia is the subject of a public meeting hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at the Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr., Astoria. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., with a presentation starting at 6 p.m. and time for questions and answers to follow.

Future EventsSelect fisheries meeting

ASTORIA – On Feb. 4 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., there will be an informational meeting of the 2010 Winter, Spring, Summer Select Area Fisheries Committee to present spring Chinook run size expectations for select areas, proposed management strategies, and to solicit public involvement in the planning process. For information contact Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife employees Patrick Hulett at 360-577-0197 or Jeremy Wilson at 360-795-0319.

Women’s Heart to Heart

ILWACO – Sleep specialist Dr. Amy Aronsky will be one of four speakers at the annual Women’s Heart to Heart lunch, Feb. 5 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Long Beach Elks Lodge. ‘Heroes for the Heart’ is the theme of this year’s forum, which focuses on the unique health issues women face.  The event is co-sponsored by Ocean Beach Hospital Auxiliary and Gift Shop, and Ocean Beach Hospital and Medical Clinics. Tickets are available at Peninsula Pharmacies and Ocean Beach Hospital Gift Shop. The cost is $6. For more information, call Denise Ross, Ocean Beach Hospital’s diabetes educator, at 642-6308.

Relay for Life dinner

LONG BEACH – Please join the Long Beach Elks and The Bank of the Pacific for dinner on Friday, Feb. 5, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. On the menu is homemade beef stew, salad, warm dinner roll and homemade apple crisp all for $6. All proceeds will go the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Presale tickets are available at any branch of The Bank of Pacific and will also be available at the door. Come have dinner, check out the raffle items available and help those with this dreaded disease celebrate more birthdays. For more information call Judy or Susan at 642-2336.

VFW district meeting

LONG BEACH – On Feb. 6, the VFW District 16 is holding at meeting at the Long Beach Elks Lodge. Lunch is at noon and the meeting starts at 1 p.m. If you have questions call 642-1228 or e-mail vfw3721@reachone.com.

Aglow prayer

CHINOOK – All are invited to an Aglow prayer group from 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 6 at 2 Lingenfelter Road in Chinook. The gathering includes intercessory prayer, praise and worship. Aglow is an interdenominational organization for men and women. Meetings will be held the first Saturday of each month. For more information contact Kathy at 777-8090.

Indoor market

LONG BEACH – From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Feb. 6, there will be an indoor market at the grange hall located at 5715 Sandridge Road. Come find a good deal! Call 642-4953 for information.

Jam Session

ILWACO – Let’s make music! Bring your voice, your instruments, and your musical energy to a community jam session at the 2nd Story Playhouse, 108 Spruce St. in Ilwaco from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on Sunday, Feb. 7. The event is free, but donations (and cookies) are appreciated!

Birds meet

LONG BEACH – Discovery Coast Audubon Society meets at 7 p.m., on Feb. 8 at the PUD building on Sandridge Road. Everyone is welcome. For information or if you have questions, call Patricia Cruse at 642-1310.

Legion meetings

ILWACO – The Don R. Grable American Legion Post No. 48 and its Auxiliary will gather on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco for a potluck and meeting. Please bring a dish to share and come spend time with veterans and their families. For information, please call Post Adjutant Dick Wallace at 642-4188 or Unit President Janet Easley at 665-5580.

Free tax help

OCEAN PARK – Seniors and low-income taxpayers can get free help with their 2009 Federal income taxes at the Ocean Park Timberland Library starting Wednesday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through April 15. No appointment is needed – this is a “sign in and wait your turn” service. Please bring all current tax records (including all amounts of rebates/credits received in 2009), plus a copy of all 2008 tax records/return. If you need more information, call Yvonne Howell at 665-5845.

Bird Count

PENINSULA – The 13th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count is taking place Feb. 12 through Feb. 15. This is a good way for kids and parents to do something with wildlife and the outdoors. You can count in your backyard, off your balcony, or at your local park or from your window. Visit www.birdcount.org for easy to follow instructions including tips for identifying bird species and download a checklist for our area. If you do not have access or use a computer call Patricia Cruse at 642-1310.

Valentine’s Dance

ILWACO – On Feb. 13 from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum will be “rocking out” to music from the ’50s and ’60s during their annual Valentine’s Day dance. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are available at the museum or at the door for $15 per person. Call 642-3446 for more information.

Chinook Tribe meeting

ASTORIA – The Chinook Tribal Council meets on Saturday, Feb. 13, at 11 a.m. at the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria. Tribal members are encouraged to attend. There will be a potluck luncheon as usual. If you have questions please call 875-6670.

Valentine Smorgasbord

NASELLE – It time again for the American Legion Auxiliary annual Valentine smorgasbord from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Feb. 14 at Naselle High School. Everyone is sure to enjoy the all you can eat salads, main dishes, homemade pies and cakes, prepared and served by Deep River Post 111. The cost is $11 for adults, $6 for pre-teens and $2 for those under six. All proceeds benefit veterans’ needs, local scholarships and charity. You can call 465-2234 if you need additional information.

Sharing the love

ASTORIA – A Valentine’s dance party for all ages is set for Saturday, Feb. 13 at the Astoria Events Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. for no-host food and beverage service followed by music at 8 p.m., by The Bond Street Blues Band. Attendees are asked to bring a donation of non-perishable goods for the food bank. Tickets are $10 and will benefit KMUN/Coast Community Radio. Purchase tickets in advance at Time Enough Books in Ilwaco or call KMUN at 503-325-0010 during normal business hours. Remaining tickets will be available at the door the night of the event.

Rural tools for success

ROSBURG – From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Rosburg Hall, local sponsors are offering a free workshop to share new and not-so-new tools for rural life in our area. Speakers representing local, state and federal organizations will provide a wide variety of options to make rural living in our area more amenable. Farmers and townsfolk alike will benefit from the range of speakers. This workshop is free and lunch will be provided by Grays River Grange but reservations are required. Space is limited so call 360-249-2267 or e-mail jzepp@colpac.org to reserve your place.

Labor laws

SOUTH BEND – On Feb. 19 from 8:30 a.m. to noon, at the Willapa Harbor Community Center, 916 West 1st Street in South Bend, David Johnson from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries will provide information on the Family Medical Leave Act, the Family Care Act, the Domestic Violence Leave law, the Family Military Leave Act and the Leave for Volunteer Firefighters. The event is sponsored by Crisis Support Network. Registration can be faxed to 360-875-6701 or e-mailed to csn1@centurytel.net.

“Hello Dolly”

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Association of Performing Arts (PAPA) is holding auditions for “Hello Dolly” at the Moose Lodge at 25915 “U” Place in Ocean Park. Auditions are from noon to 3 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 20 and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., on Sunday, Feb. 21. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to try out. If you have questions call 665-3637.