Community Calendar: Nov. 27, 2013

Published 4:00 pm Monday, November 25, 2013

Wednesday, Nov. 27

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 Nov. 27 is Guess Whos Coming to Dinner, starring Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy. 1967. 107 min.

Thursday, Nov. 28

Community Thanksgiving dinner

ILWACO On Nov. 28 from noon to 4 p.m., the public is invited to the Inn at Harbour Village at 120 Williams Avenue in Ilwaco for a free Thanksgiving dinner. Bring your family and friends and come on down. Some transportation will be available if pre-arranged. Call 642-0087 for more information.

Community Thanksgiving dinner

LONG BEACH On Thanksgiving day from noon to 5 p.m., come enjoy a free community Thanksgiving dinner at the Long Beach Elks Lodge at 110 N. Pacific Hwy. in Long Beach. Everyone is welcome!

Holiday closures

PENINSULA The Chinook Observer will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29. All Timberland libraries will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28 and Nov. 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. All libraries will resume regular schedules Saturday, Nov. 30. For more information call 877-284-6237.

Friday, Nov. 29

The Polar Express

LONG BEACH On Friday, Nov. 29, Neptune Theater, at 809 Ocean Beach Boulevard South in Long Beach is hosting a free showing of the holiday favorite The Polar Express. Meet Mrs. Claus and the Railroad Conductor. Come in your pajamas and then head downtown afterwards for a holiday parade with Santa Claus.

Studio tour

PENINSULA Gobble up art during the 6th PAA Studio Tour on Nov. 29 and Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Held peninsula-wide, follow the white, black and red PAA Art Event signs to experience the home studios, working hands and creative hearts of 21 local artists. The event is free, the experience priceless. Maps are available at the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau, the Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce, on page A16 from todays edition of the Chinook Observer, or on the Peninsula Arts Associations Facebook page and website www.beachartist.org. There will be demonstrations at many locations. This is a perfect way to start off holiday shopping!

Holiday bazaar

LONG BEACH The Long Beach Grange, at 5715 Sandridge Road is holding a holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29 and Nov. 30. There will be more than 30 vendors offering many Christmas crafts and gifts. This is a great opportunity to find wonderful gifts!

Saturday, Nov. 30

Lets go clamming!

PENINSULA A razor clam dig is scheduled on the Long Beach Peninsula from the Columbia River north jetty to Leadbetter Point on Nov. 30 through Dec. 3, 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. 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 diggers clams must be kept in a separate container. Licenses are available at numerous local businesses.

Christmas at the Port

ILWACO  The Saturday Christmas Market at the Port has 13 vendors featuring arts, crafts, jewelry, holiday gifts, cookies, cakes, pies and much more. The Christmas Market will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14 and Dec. 21.

Magic, pictures & tree lighting

LONG BEACH On Saturday, Nov. 30 at Veterans field in Long Beach there will be a variety of family-friendly, fun activities. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., enjoy a free magic show with Mrs. Claus. Then at 2 p.m. get your photo taken for free by Cardenas Photo Studio. At 6 p.m., dont miss the lighting of Long Beachs Christmas tree.

Christmas trees for sale

ILWACO Every weekend beginning Nov. 30 and continuing to Dec. 22, Ilwaco Music Departments tree lot, located at the maintenance yard off School Road in Ilwaco, will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fresh cut Noble firs grown in Raymond are priced as follows: four- to five-foot tree $30; five- to six-foot tree $40 or six- to seven-foot tree $50. This is a fundraiser for the band and choir trip to Orlando, Fla., set for this spring. Please contact Rachel Lake at the high school for more details at 642-3731.

Sunday, Dec. 1

Shoeboxes of Joy

PENINSULA The Shoeboxes of Joy donation station in the Long Beach Depot at 102 3rd Street NW (next to Dennis Company) will be open from Nov. 30 to Dec. 22 with hours Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday hours from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Shoeboxes of Joy is a program for low-income elderly or disabled who may not have family close by. A bar of soap, a bottle of hand lotion, a can of soup, a crossword puzzle book and a package of cookies are just some of the types of items that would be perfect. A full box with a good variety of items makes the best gift. Shoeboxes and/or individual items are needed by Dec. 22. You can call 642-1105 to find out more about how you can help make a difference in our community.

Community Historian Project

ILWACO  If you have an interest in history, genealogy or historical mysteries, come join the Community Historian Project. You will learn about Pacific County history and be part of an enjoyable fun group who want to learn about this amazing place we live. The class meets Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $100 for 15 weeks of great speakers, tours and experiences! To get an application for the upcoming 2014 Community Historian Project or if you have any questions, contact the Columbia-Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco at 642-3446. The deadline for applications is Dec. 6.

Monday, Dec. 2

AARP meeting

KLIPSAN The next monthly meeting of American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is at Dec. 2, at noon at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center in Klipsan. This is a potluck meeting. Christmas music will be provided by the Ocean Park music department under the direction of Tammy McMullen. Call Doris Shoemaker at 642-2205 for more information.

Visual aid available

OCEAN PARK If you have macular degeneration and or have trouble seeing and reading, contact the Ocean Park Lions Club. They have a magnifying reader available for loan. Call Larry at 665-6084.

Tuesday, Dec. 3

Book discussion

OCEAN PARK  Ocean Park Timberland Library presents PageTurners Book Discussion, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 for adults. Join in a discussion of The Echo Maker by Richard Powers. For more information call 665-4184.

Wednesday, Dec. 4

Hospice memorial tree

LONG BEACH  Harbors Home Health and Hospice, located across from McDonalds in Long Beach on Pacific Avenue is holding a memorial tree lighting and open house from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 4. Those who wish are encouraged to bring a remembrance ornament to hang on their outdoor tree.

Holiday centerpieces

NASELLE  Naselle Timberland Library is hosting an event called Winter Holiday Centerpieces, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Dec. 4 for adults. Join Christina Miller and learn the secrets of creating holiday arrangements. Bring your favorite waterproof bowl or shallow dish, as well as any special ornaments. All other materials will be provided. Registration is required; please call 484-3877.

Food drive raffle

SEAVIEW Artistic Bouquets is raffling a five-foot stuffed moose. Bring in a non-perishable item for the Ilwaco Food Bank and get a drawing ticket and a chance to win Mr. Moose. The drawing will be Dec. 21.

C.G. Auxiliary

CAPE D The Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 62 meets the first Wednesday of each month. This months meeting is Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at Cape Disappointment. For information call Lee at 665-6882.

NAMI support group

LONG BEACH  A new Wednesday support group begins in Long Beach on Dec. 4, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the blue and white house in the middle of Driftwood RV Park, 1512 Pacific Avenue N. in Long Beach. A rotating group of trained local residents will encourage the sharing of ideas and experiences in a supportive, confidential setting. (This gathering replaces the monthly Tuesday afternoon support group at the South County Administration Building in Long Beach.) For information contact Rosi Sartwell at rsartwell@yahoo.com, William Mundy at 665-6125, or Barbara Bate at 665-4421.

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 Dec. 4 is Rio Grande, starring John Wayne, Maureen OHara. 1950. 105 min.

Future Events

Holiday bazaar

ILWACO There will be a huge Christmas bazaar at Pacific Bible Church (up the hill-across from Black Lake) on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are more than 25 vendors set to participate with lots of handmade unique items for sale such as jewelry, woodworking, aprons, ornaments, Christmas items, jams, roasted nuts, homemade goodies, plus Scentsy, Avon, Mary Kay and more! Santa Claus will be there and a professional photographer offers affordable Santa pictures. Bring your family and friends for some fun. Find all your Christmas gifts in one place.

Moose Christmas bazaar

OCEAN PARK Mark your calendars now so you dont miss the Moose Christmas bazaar held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dec. 7 at 25915 U Street in Ocean Park. You are sure to find exciting good deals at this great bazaar.

Bake sale & more

OCEAN PARK  The Womens Guild of Ocean Park Methodist Church at 262nd and Park Avenue is holding their annual bake sale, with gift tables and more, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 7.

Crab pot tree & more

ILWACO  On Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. the lighting of the crab pot Christmas tree will take place at the Port of Ilwaco with the lighted boat parade beginning at 6 p.m. For information call Bruce at 503-338-9511.

Holiday bazaar

NASELLE  The Martha Circle Holiday Bazaar is Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Naselle Congregational Church at 14 Parpala Road in Naselle. In addition, beginning at 11 a.m., for a $7 donation you can enjoy lunch that features taco soup or clam chowder plus a beverage and dessert. There will be rugs, crafts, baked goods, quilts and lots more. Outside vendors are welcome for $10 per table. Call 484-7748 for more information.

Artist Guild Bazaar

LONG BEACH  The Northwest Artist Guild will have their bazaar on Dec. 7 between noon and 5 p.m. at Gallery 504 North in the Peninsula Performing Arts Center in Long Beach. This bazaar will not only have original paintings by Guild artists Jean Nitzel, Dian Schroeder, Kent Toepfer, Betsy Toepfer, Susan McCloud, Connie Criess, Wes Moehnke, Sharon Strong, Maxine Brown, Judy Leonard, Joan Taplin and Martha Lee, but also cards, some unframed original paintings, and prints and more by some of these artists. These are in time and suitable for gift giving for any occasion! There will also be a 2014 calendar available for sale with a picture of a painting from each one of the original guild artists. There are now limited quantities of these calendars available.

Relay for Life holiday bazaar

RAYMOND The Raymond High School Relay For Life team is hosting the 5th Annual Hope for the Holidays Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Raymond High School Commons. The bazaar gives shoppers a chance to do holiday shopping and give back to the Relay For Life event! Interested vendors can reserve a space for only $25 plus a raffle item. Please contact Kaitlynn Hager at 360-208-4312 or email kaitlynnh@raymondk12.org to register or for additional information.

Holiday centerpieces

ILWACO  Ilwaco Timberland Library is hosting Winter Holiday Centerpiece for adults on Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to noon. Join Christina Miller and learn the secrets of creating holiday arrangements. Bring your favorite waterproof bowl or shallow dish, as well as any special ornaments. All other materials will be provided. Registration is required, please call 642-3908 or register in person at the library.

Birders Get Acquainted Meeting

LONG BEACH Five birding interest groups from our area will convene for a get-acquainted meeting at the Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 7. The groups include: Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey: COASST (Coastal areas); Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge (SW Washington); Grays Harbor Audubon Society -(Montesano); Shoalwater Birders (Peninsula); and Willapa Hills Audubon Society (Longview). COASST will do a 20-minute presentation at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Birders of all skill and interest levels are welcome. Come for good information, fun and refreshments.

Choir concert

ILWACO The Ilwaco High School Show Choir Epic Echo Concert is at 3 p.m. on Dec. 8 in the Hilltop Auditorium. The public is encouraged to come support our youth.

Book fair

OCEAN PARK Ocean Park Elementary is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair Dec. 9 through Dec. 13. This event helps raise funds for purchasing books for the school library. Featured will be specially-priced books and educational products including newly-released works, award-winning titles, childrens classics, interactive software and current bestsellers from more than 150 publishers. Hours are as follows: Monday, Dec. 9 is a viewing day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Then Tuesday, Dec. 10 through Thursday, Dec. 12, come purchase a book from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Friday, Dec. 13, hours of the event are 8 a.m. to noon. Parents, children, teachers and the community are invited to support this great book fair. Call Judy at 665-4815 with any questions.

Memory tree

ILWACO Ocean Beach Hospital Foundation invites the public to attend a Memory Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m., in the hospital lobby. Youre invited to partake in refreshments, and memorialize a loved one with a memory tree ornament. Ornaments are available in the hospital gift shop and donations of any amount are welcome. Call Tammie at 642-3181 with questions.

WellSpring meeting

LONG BEACH The public is invited to attend the WellSpring Community Network meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9 in the main conference room the county building at 7013 Sandridge Road in Long Beach. Please join attendees and help work toward a safer and healthier environment for our community. For additional information call 783-1090.

Incivility

KLIPSAN The public is invited to a free program entitled, Incivility: Dealing with Rude, Crude, Attitude set for Monday, Dec. 9 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center. The program will be led by Dr. Robert Brake. Call him at 665-2784 for more information.

Christmas reading

ILWACO Olde Town Coffee in Ilwaco is the location of the Christmas reading group set for Dec. 11 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and hosted by Birdie. Come hear about and discuss some wonderful books. If you have questions call 665-6576.

Holiday Desserts

ILWACO The next Diabetes Support Group features holiday desserts from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Dec. 11 in the cafeteria at Ocean Beach Hospital. This free program will be presented by Deanna Duret. For questions call 642-6314 or 642-6308.

Holiday extravaganza

NASELLE Appelo Archives Center at 1056 SR-4 in Naselle is hosting a holiday bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 14. Everyone is welcome to come do a bit of holiday shopping with gifts from local vendors. Table spots are available for $5 each. Call 484-7103 for information. Also from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. bring your children, pets or your whole family for a visit with Santa and pictures packages for just $15. And, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. enjoy the Santa Lucia procession, entertainment and refreshments. For more information call 484-7103.

Tuba Christmas Concert

ILWACO  Everyone is invited to attend the free Tuba Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum at 115 SE Lake Street in Ilwaco. This family-fun event, sponsored by the Water Music Festival Society, features the Astoria Tuba Quartet performing toe-tapping music plus a few refreshments and lots of good fellowship. If you have questions call 665-2784.

Housing authority

LONG BEACH The Joint Pacific County Housing Authority meets at 10 a.m., on Dec. 19 at Long Beach City Hall on Bolstad Avenue. This group administers affordable housing in Pacific County. For information call Chris at 423-0140, ext. 15.

Ilwaco Food Bank

ILWACO  The St. Vincent de Paul Ilwaco Food Bank will be open Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please bring containers.