Community Calendar: 7.21.10

Published 5:00 pm Monday, July 19, 2010

Wednesday, July 21Camp Victory volunteers

SEAVIEW – July 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Peninsula Church Center at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview, there will be an informational meeting about the opportunity for adults to volunteer at Camp Victory. This camp is for girls in Pacific and Grays Harbor counties between the ages of five and 18, who are survivors of sexual abuse. Adult volunteers are needed to share camp activities and fun in a safe, supportive setting. Volunteers receive 30 to 40 hours of training in sexual abuse prevention, child development, communication skills and camp activities. Plus angels who serve as kitchen and clean-up crews are also needed. All adults are screened and criminal histories and references are checked. For information call Amanda Dodson at 360-244-2927 or leave a message at 665-2888.

Sustainable salmon meeting

ABERDEEN – A regional meeting of the Washington Coast Sustainable Salmon Partnership (WCSSP) is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Wednesday, July 21 at the Port of Grays Harbor, 111 S. Wooding in Aberdeen. WCSSP is the newest of seven regional salmon recovery organizations in Washington, covering all river basins between Cape Flattery and Cape Disappointment that flow directly into the Pacific Ocean. The goals of WCSSP include facilitating a holistic view of the coast region; developing a regional plan to increase and coordinate salmon recovery and protection; supporting the functions of the four lead entity groups through which projects are developed, reviewed and funded; advocating for regional policies and partnerships; and seeking funding from additional sources. The meeting is open to the public and public participation is encouraged. Please contact Dana Dietz at 360-289-2499 for further information.

Diabetes support

ILWACO – On July 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the public is encouraged to attend a Diabetes Support Group at Ocean Beach Hospital in Ilwaco, in the second floor conference room. The topic is ‘Activities for Fitness.’ Attendees will learn what to do to increase endurance, flexibility and strength. Be sure to wear appropriate attire for movement. You’ll be glad you attended this meeting. Give your time and you’ll get ideas, encouragement and support. Call Denise at 642-6314 or 642-6308 if you have questions.

Grange meeting/potluck

LONG BEACH – At 6:30 p.m., July 21, at the Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road, there will be a meeting and potluck meal. Anyone with an interest in learning more about the grange is encouraged to come to this meeting. Call 642-4953 for more information.

Stories to Dive For

OCEAN PARK and NASELLE – On July 21 from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., at Ocean Park Timberland Library and then from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Naselle Timberland Library all ages are invited to take the plunge into amazing tales from the sea with national award-winning storyteller Christopher Leebrick. For more information call 665-4184 or 484-3877.

Neptune Classic Movies

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 July 21 is “Young Man with a Horn,” starring Kirk Douglas, Lauren Bacall, Doris Day. 1949. 112 min.

Thursday, July 22Mulvey @ the Museum

ILWACO – The Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum is organizing an exhibition of original paintings by Charles Mulvey, a talented watercolorist and beloved local figure on the Peninsula whose work gained wide respect throughout the Northwest. The museum is working with the Mulvey estate and local private collectors to mount a retrospective view of his work. If you have an original watercolor and would like to loan it to the exhibition, to be on view from Aug. 6 through Oct. 10, please bring it to the museum on Thursday, July 22 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Collections Manager Barbara Minard and Director Betsy Millard will be available to look at works and gather information. The exhibition opening will be held on Friday, Aug. 6 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tales from the Sea

ILWACO – On July 22 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Ilwaco Timberland Library all ages are invited to take the plunge into amazing tales from the sea with national award-winning storyteller Christopher Leebrick. For more information call 642-3908.

Scavenger hunt

RAYMOND – Come to Raymond Timberland Library for a scavenger hunt called “Fishing for Clues” from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., July 22 for all ages. Begin at the library by picking up your fishing gear, then cast your eyes around town, looking to hook the crossword clues. When you get them all, return to the library with your completed puzzle and win a prize. For more information call 942-2408.

Bake & Book Sale

LONG BEACH – Donations of money, baked goods, books, CDs or DVDs are needed for the Chinook Observer’s Second Annual Bake and Book Sale to benefit the drive for school supplies. Drop off donations between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The sale will be Saturday, Aug. 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 205 Bolstad Ave East, Suite 2, in Long Beach. Come support our efforts! Call 642-8181 or 800-643-3703 for more information. All proceeds go to purchase school supplies for children in Pacific County.

Friday, July 23Candidates/issues forum

LONG BEACH – An issues forum, sponsored by AAUW, will be held on Friday, July 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Super 8 Motel in Long Beach. This forum will be an opportunity to hear from your candidates for local office. The format will include a question and answer period. AAUW (American Association of University Women) is a non-political organization dedicated to education. This is a non-partisan event. Natalie Hanson will be the moderator for the program. As of this printing, those accepting AAUW’s invitation to participate are: for the office of sheriff – John Didion and Scott Johnson; for Representative position two – Tim Sutinen and Brian Blake; for Representative position one – Kurt Swanson (tentative) and Dean Takko; for Pacific County Commissioner – Clay Harwood, Cathy Russ and Lisa Ayres; and Boyd Keyser, superintendent, Ocean Beach School District.

FinnFest

NASELLE – The bi-annual Finnish-American Folk Festival is coming to Naselle July 23 through July 25 on the grounds of the Naselle-Grays River Valley School. The festival opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, with various cultural programs including an amazing documentary on the history of Estonia. On Saturday there is the Paavo Nurmi Run at 8 a.m., then the official opening ceremonies and a variety of musical presentations, performers and dancers throughout the day. Plus you don’t want to miss the maypole dancers, the wife carry and the boot toss event, and all of the various booths with a wide variety of Finnish items. Mark your calendars now to attend this great event.

Summer Art Festival

LONG BEACH – Peninsula Arts Association’s Summer Art Festival is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., July 23; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 24 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 25 at the Edgewater Inn (located on the Sid Snyder beach approach) in Long Beach. Always a favorite with locals and visitors, 18 PAA artists fill the space with handmade, artist inspired wares. Pottery, glass, jewelry, paintings, art cards and photography are just some of the mediums represented. Also available for sale are limited edition prints of this year’s Garlic Festival Poster, ‘Sea Going Garlic,’ by Carol Olson as well as raffle tickets to win an Eric Wiegardt original painting! All proceeds from the Wiegardt raffle benefit PAA’s Art Enrichment Fund, designed to bring art projects and materials into the local schools and community. For more information visit www.beachartist.org or contact Vickie at M & D Designs at 777-8778.

Chronic disease mgmt

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital has scheduled a series of classes on chronic disease self-management. They will be held July 23 and July 30, and Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ocean Beach Hospital Meeting Room B. The title of this free series is “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.” Teaching individuals to take charge and manage their chronic illnesses in partnership with their physicians is the focus of the upcoming workshops. Space is limited. For more information or to register contact Denise Ross, RN at 642-6308.

Watch a movie

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library is hosting popcorn and a movie for kids of all ages from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., July 23. Call the library at 942-2408 to learn what’s playing.

AA meetings

OCEAN PARK and SEAVIEW – Alcoholics Anonymous has two group meetings on the Peninsula. The Ocean Park group meets at 7:30 p.m., at the Ocean Park Methodist Church at 1202 262nd Place on Mondays and Fridays. The second group meets seven days a week at 6:30 a.m., noon and 8 p.m., at 4603 Pacific Highway in Seaview. For more information you can call 642-2902 or go to http://area72aa.org.

Saturday, July 24LB Rodeo

LONG BEACH – The 65th annual NPRA Long Beach Rodeo is coming July 24 and July 25 at the rodeo grounds on Sandridge Road. Events start off with a rodeo parade on Friday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m., in downtown Long Beach. There will be a cowboy breakfast both days at the clubhouse from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Rodeo action starts at 1 p.m. both days. Saturday night after the rodeo, family night starts. Presale tickets may be purchased at the Long Beach Pharmacy. For more information call 800-451-2542.

Rodeo dance

LONG BEACH – Northwest Trail Riders Association is holding a rodeo dance from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., July 24 at the Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road, featuring music by The Toys. Admission is $8 for adults; $5 for children; a family of four or more gets in for $25. Plus, free dance lessons will be offered from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Waikiki Beach concert

ILWACO – At 2 p.m., on July 24, the public is invited to Cape Disappointment State Park’s Waikiki Beach for a concert by the band Double J and the Boys. This group from the Long Beach Peninsula makes us proud with their old timey pickin’ and grinin’. Bring a lawn chair and other personal comforts and sit back and enjoy some great music at this free outdoor concert. For more information call 642-3029.

Walking Volunteers Needed!

PACIFIC COUNTY -University of Washington grad student Jeana Wiser will be on the Long Beach Peninsula through July 24 to ground-truth work for the joint Pacific County, Washington state, and University of Washington Vertical Evacuation project. Wiser will be looking at four communities: Long Beach, Ocean Park/North Peninsula, Ilwaco/Seaview and Tokeland/North Cove. For each community she intends to examine in detail each of the proposed vertical evacuation sites, current assembly areas, and areas where walking routes could be reinforced to provide easy access to high ground. Also, volunteers from the community are needed to walk routes from their house/workplace to one of the proposed vertical evacuation sites, high ground or current assembly areas. Each walking volunteer will be asked to provide the following information: 1) address of starting point; 2) address of ending point; 3) walking speed (slower than average, average, faster than average); 4) age (18 and younger, 19 to 30, 31 to 50, 50 to 65, 65 and over); and 5) time it took to complete the walk. If you are interested in volunteering to walk or know others who may be interested, please contact wiserjc@gmail.com.

Nature activities

FORT COLUMBIA – This summer Fort Columbia will have family and youth nature activities each weekend from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. All activities will be held in the Fort Columbia Interpretive Center. These are short, fun activities and crafts that are designed for a variety of age groups. On Saturday, July 24 the focus will be on animal tracks and learning how to identify regional animal tracks. On Sunday, July 25 the topic is salmon and discovering the lifecycle of the salmon plus making a bracelet that represents that cycle.

Free vessel inspections

ILWACO – The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering free vessel inspections every Saturday and Sunday during July at the Port of Ilwaco boat ramp. If you have any questions or concerns, call 665-2811.

SummerFest events

LONG BEACH – SummerFest events are happening in downtown Long Beach. There will be free horse and wagon rides and face painting from noon to 4 p.m. Music by the Freckled Brown Band can be enjoyed at Lewis and Clark square in downtown Long Beach from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Come downtown and have some fun.

Sunday, July 25Vesper services

OYSTERVILLE – Vesper Services is set for 3 p.m., July 25 in the wonderful Oysterville Church. Pastor DeWayne LaPoint of the Peninsula Assembly of God/Family Worship Center, will officiate. Music will be provided by Lyrica, a ladies choral ensemble from Puget Sound under the direction of LeeAnne Campos. Bonnie Masson will be the organist for this service. This is a warm, wonderful, welcoming, casual, come as you are event and everyone is welcome.

Monday, July 26

Vacation Bible School

ROSBURG – Valley Bible Church in Rosburg invites all children ages three through fifth grade to Vacation Bible School set for Monday, July 26 through Thursday, July 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. These four days will be filled with lessons, crafts, singing and lots of fun activities. Attendees will go back in time and visit with Jesus’ disciples … learn about the “great catch,” special friends, the power of our Lord to protect and how blessed we are that Jesus provides for us. For more information or transportation requests, please contact Katie Bjornsgard at 484-7275.

Kite posters

LONG BEACH – The 2010 Washington State International Kite Festival poster is available for purchase at the World Kite Museum, Campiche Studios and at the Picture Attic, all in Long Beach. This year’s poster is by local artist Pat Fagerland. The cost is $45.

Tuesday, July 27Candidate forum

ROSBURG – Grays River Grange No. 124 is sponsoring a candidate forum starting at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, July 27 at Johnson Park (old Rosburg School on SR-4 across from the Rosburg Store). Candidates for the Third District congressional position currently held by Brian Baird are expected along with candidates for several other local positions. The public is encouraged to attend. Refreshments and coffee will be served.

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.

Wednesday, July 28Author 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 fourth Wednesday evening of the month, with the next gathering set for July 28. 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.

Veterans’ services

LONG BEACH – The local veterans office is located on the ground floor of the old county building at 318 NE 2nd Street in Long Beach. This is a full service office with a trained service officer available to assist veterans and their families from on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 642-1228 or for more information you can e-mail vfw3721@reachone.com.

Grief support

SEAVIEW – A Grief Support Group meets every Wednesday at 11 a.m., in the fireside room at Peninsula Church Center at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. Call 800-772-1319 if you have questions, or just come to this support group.

Tidepool Splash

OCEAN PARK and NASELLE – From 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Ocean Park Timberland Libray and from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Naselle Timberland Library on July 28 all ages will have the opportunity to learn about tidepools and all the creatures living there. Join WSU Extension agent Steve Harbell for a live, hands-on demonstration of tidepool life. For more information call 665-4184 or 484-3877.

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. The next meeting is July 28. Call 665-2598 for further information.

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.

Neptune Classic Movies

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 July 28 is “Arizona,” starring William Holden and Jean Arthur. 1940. 117 min.

Future EventsAquifer man

ILWACO – On July 29 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Ilwaco Timberland Library invites children to “Magical Adventures of Aquifer Man.” Swim, paddle or float down for a magic show celebrating water and the magic of books. Aquifer Man, aka Jeff Evans, shares tips for protecting our precious water resource, while amazing you with his “water wizardry.” For more information call 642-3908.

Beneath the sea

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library presents the beneath the sea family program from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., July 29 for all ages. Children will discover the sea and its creatures with picture book stories, flannel board tales, cooperative musical games, crafts and puppets and a “feely” box with things to touch. For more information call 942-2408.

Jake’s Birthday

LONG BEACH – The 4th Annual Jake the Alligator Man’s 75th Birthday Party weekend kicks off on July 30 with a bachelor party for Jake at the Long Beach Elks Lodge. The party includes a burlesque show with the Emerald Dollies from Seattle and the Rose City Shimmy from Portland. On July 31, there will be a car show in downtown Long Beach, with live rockabilly music by the bands Drag Strip Riot, East Side Speed Machine and Angie and the Car Wrecks. Plus there will be the bride of Jake pinup contest. On Aug. 7, kids get to help Jake celebrate with free cake and the Beards Hollow Pirates. For more information check out www.jakethealligatorman.com.

Class of 1990 Reunion

LONG BEACH – The 20-year reunion for the class of 1990 at Ilwaco High School is July 30, July 31 and Aug. 1 at the Chautauqua Lodge. The class reunion committee includes Tommy Driscoll, Dan Grisby, Dawn (Forest) Hohnstein, Shannon King, April (Lang) Vander Hoek, and Lisa Westlund. Check out the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=55348767837 and get updates on the reunion, current photos of classmates, who’s attending and more! Plus, please e-mail as many pictures as you want to relive those glory days. (As far back as baby pictures through the present). E-mail lisa_westlund@msn.com or call 503-805-0989 for additional information.

GPS class

ASTORIA – A GPS (Global Positioning System) class will be taught Saturday, July 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the second floor conference room at Englund Marine and Industrial Supply located at 95 Hamburg in Astoria. Attending this basic GPS class costs $30, which includes the class manual. The class will be limited to 20 participants, due to the extensive hands-on nature and content of the class, and knowledgeable instructors from Englund Marine and Industrial Supply and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 64 will teach it. Everyone attending the class is requested to bring their personal GPS with them, if they have one. To register or pre-register for the class and pick up the class manual, contact Steve Rich at 503-325-4341. For additional information about the content of the class, contact Gary Kobes at 360-770-8801.

Summer on the Columbia

VANCOUVER – The Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership is celebrating summer and the Columbia River with a picnic from noon to 4 p.m., on Sunday, Aug. 1 at Frenchman’s Bar Park, 9612 NW Lower River Park Road, Vancouver. This is a unique opportunity for the whole family to paddle and race in the estuary partnership’s 34-foot birch bark-style canoes, which seat 18 people. Food, drinks and fun will be provided!  Adults and children are invited to participate. Flotation devices, paddles and lessons are provided. If you plan to attend please reply by going to www.lcrep.org home page for information and link to R.S.V.P., or call Laura O’Keefe, 503-226-1565, extension 226. 

Hunter Education Program

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Police Department, along with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, is conducting its annual basic hunter education program from Aug. 2 through Aug. 7. Class size is limited to 30 students and you must register before the class to attend. To register, contact Chief Flint R. Wright at 642-2911. The class is paid for by hunters and sportsmen from all across the state of Washington, so there is no charge for students to attend.

ENCORE meeting

CULLABY LAKE – ENCORE, the association of retirement-aged people who share a love of learning, will meet from noon to 4 p.m., Aug. 6 at Cullaby Lake County Park at 89990 Hawkins Road near Astoria. Attendees should look for the ENCORE sign for the north pavilion. The cost is $3 per car, but carpools are available. This is a potluck luncheon; so bring a favorite dish to share. The dinnerware and soft drinks will be provided. For further information call 503-325-3330.

Big Band Concert

ASTORIA – On Saturday, Aug. 7, the North Coast Big Band will perform a swing concert at Clatsop Community Performing Arts Center, at 16th and Franklin, in Astoria, beginning at 7 p.m. The program features music by band member David Robertson, as well as Hoagy Carmichael, George Gershwin, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and many other big band favorites. Admission is $10. The band is composed of five saxophones, four trombones, four trumpets, vocalist, piano, bass, drums and guitar. The program will play a wide variety of familiar music, including jazz, swing and ballads. Clatsop Community College sponsors this program. For more information call 503-861-1328.

Spey flyfishing

LONGVIEW – The 2nd Annual Spey Flyfishing Conclave is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Aug. 7 on the Cowlitz River. This is a free event and includes drawings, raffles and more. Lunch is from noon to 1 p.m. Go to www.blackheronflyfishing.com for more information or call Chuck Cameron at Chuck’s Flying Shop at 642-2589.

Edible gardens

PENINSULA – From noon to 5 p.m., on Aug. 8, there will be an edible gardening tour at seven locations on the Peninsula. The tour features local food gardens growing a variety of different foods. Tickets are available at the Planter Box in Long Beach and at Adelaide’s in Ocean Park. Proceeds go to benefit the local food banks and His Supper Table. For information call Alisabeth at 642-4612.

Agricultural Incentives

SOUTH BEND – The deadline for agricultural producers (including private forest landowners) to apply for financial and technical assistance for USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program is Aug. 13. The program, administered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, is a voluntary, technical and financial assistance program designed to help farmers improve irrigation efficiency; manage nutrient run-off and/or animal waste; improve the health of native plant communities and reduce soil loss. In most instances, participants pay for roughly half of the costs of the conservation measures or practices. Interested producers are encouraged to contact the local office at 1216 Robert Bush Drive or check the website at www.wa.nrcs.usda.gov for more information.

Kite buggy demos

LONG BEACH – Two hours before and after low tide, from Aug. 14 through Aug. 16, buggy riders will demonstrate the fun and safety of kite power. These demonstrations are in preparation for a possible change in state law to allow wind-powered vehicles on specific Washington beaches. Come check it out!

Holiday memories in song

OYSTERVILLE – For their second holiday concert the Bayside Singers will build the program’s music around accounts submitted by Peninsula residents. Describe an important Christmas or Hanukkah in your life – it can be a happy memory, poignant, anything you choose. Try to keep it brief (under 200 words) and e-mail it to Bayside director Sandy Nielson at sandranielson@centurytel.net or call her at 665-2540 by Aug. 15.