Community Calendar: 8.4.10

Published 5:00 pm Monday, August 2, 2010

Wednesday, Aug. 4Ice Cream & eggs

NASELLE – From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., on Aug. 4 kids of all ages are invited to Naselle Timberland Library for their annual ice cream party and egg hunt. Join in an end-of-summer ice cream party and search for the hidden eggs at the library. Sponsored by Okie’s Select and the Friends of the Naselle Timberland Library. For more information call 484-3877.

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.

Advisory Board

LONG BEACH – The Pacific County Advisory Board meets at 4 p.m., on Aug. 4 at Willapa Behavioral Health, 2204 Pacific Highway North. Call 642-3787 for more information.

Writers’ Circle

OCEAN PARK – Writers’ Circle meets from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., the first Wednesday of each month at the Ocean Park Library. The purpose is to critique each other’s work in friendly, helpful ways. All would-be and established writers are welcome. For information call 665-6424 or 665-3835.

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 Aug. 4 is “A Lady Takes A Chance,” starring John Wayne and Jean Arthur. 1943. 86 min.

Thursday, Aug. 5Bake & 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.

Kite festival needs volunteers

LONG BEACH – If you have a morning or afternoon available, the Kite Festival needs help in the T-shirt sales booth. It is a great way to spend a day at the beach and visit with people from all over the world. The festival begins on Monday, Aug. 16, and goes through Sunday, Aug. 22. Contact Jane at 642-2246 or Earlene at 642-3258 if you have an interest.

Make-a-Splash

ILWACO – Ilwaco Timberland Library presents ‘Make-a-Splash Movies’ for children from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 5. Take a break at the library this summer and enjoy a movie. Check at the library for weekly titles. Popcorn will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Ilwaco and Ocean Park Timberland Libraries. For more information call 642-3908.

Aging council meeting

PORT HADLOCK – The Olympic Area Agency on Aging council of governments meets Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. by conference call. The agenda includes approval of the caregiver training, chronic care management services and agency worker health insurance contracts. Call 866-720-4863 for a complete agenda and meeting information.

Free Thursdays

ILWACO – Thanks to the generous support of the Ilwaco Merchants Association, you can visit the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum at 115 SE Lake Street in Ilwaco on Thursdays free of charge. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. They are closed on Mondays. Bring the family and come see what treasures our local museum has to offer. Call 642-3446 for information.

Sound waves

RAYMOND – Join Charlie Williams the noiseguy, a vocal sound impressionist who’ll imitate bubbles and flushes, splashes and slushes at Raymond Timberland Library with a program called “Sound Waves,” from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 5 for children. Listen and watch as drippy stories come to life out of his toy box and learn to make the sounds of water drips and drops. For more information call 942-2408.

Friday, Aug. 6Domestic violence awareness

LONG BEACH – A 5K run/walk to raise awareness of domestic violence will happen on Aug. 7 starting at the Bolstad beach approach. Register between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, at the train depot (across from Dennis Company in Long Beach), or the morning of the race, between 7 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. A memorial ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m., and the race starts at 9 a.m. Trophies will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers and participant ribbons will be given for all finishers in all age groups. A small number of T-shirts will be available for late registration, or one can be shipped to you at a later date. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Crisis Support Network of Pacific County. For more information or to sign up call 360-591-6272 (cell).

Charles Mulvey display

ILWACO – From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., on Aug. 6, Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum is hosting a reception to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, “Charles Mulvey: Northwest Master.” This exhibition is a retrospective of watercolor paintings by the renowned northwest artist Charles Mulvey (1918-2001). Mulvey was a dedicated teacher and chronicler of the Long Beach Peninsula landscape. His paintings were collected by locals and tourists and he is represented in collections throughout the west. There will be more than 70 of his pieces of art on display. The exhibition will continue until Oct. 10. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free on Thursdays thanks to the sponsorship of the Ilwaco Merchants Association.

Seniors farmers market

ILWACO – Coastal Community Action Program is teaming up with the Senior Farmers market Nutrition Program to distribute fresh fruits and vegetables to seniors. Aug. 6 and Aug. 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., seniors may pick up fresh produce in the dining room at the Ilwaco Community Building. This program provides fresh fruits and vegetables to lower-income seniors with the goal of improving health and nutritional status of old residents. It also supports local farming by increasing the use of farmers markets and roadside stands. To be eligible you must be a resident of Washington state, 60-years-old or older (or over 55 if you are Native American) and you must be below 185 percent of the Federal poverty level. Call 642-3990 if you need more information about this service.

Singles night

OCEAN PARK – All single folks, whether never married, divorced or widowed are invited to a game night starting at 6:30 p.m., on Aug. at Peninsula Baptist Church, 23802 Pacific Hwy., in Ocean Park. Come have fun with others. Bring your favorite game and a snack to share. Call 665-0804 for more information.

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.

Popcorn & movie

RAYMOND – Come to Raymond Timberland Library for popcorn and a movie for kids from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Aug. 6 for all ages. Relax and enjoy popcorn and watch a movie with friends. Call the library at 942-2408 to learn what’s playing.

Chronic disease mgmt

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital has scheduled a series of classes on chronic disease self-management. They will be held 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.

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, Aug. 7Big 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.

I.H.S. car washes

LONG BEACH – The Ilwaco High School Band needs your help with raising money for a trip later this year. They are holding car washes in the parking lot at The Bank of the Pacific in Long Beach from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 7 and Sept. 4. Come support our school band program. Call 642-3731, extension 246 for more information.

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 the Website www.blackheronflyfishing.com for more information or call Chuck Cameron at Chuck’s Flying Shop at 642-2589.

Fast Art at the Point

LEADBETTER – Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge invite folks to a ‘look at nature and do art’ walk starting at 9 a.m. Aug. 7 at Leadbetter Point National Wildlife Refuge. Walkers will head north along the bayside beach to the south end of the large salt marsh and back. You may use any art form, with 15 minutes at each scene, including set up. Sketching with pencil, charcoal or pastel sticks is recommended. Park in the north parking lot (at the end of the road). The cost is $20 but is free to Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge members. Space is limited, so please register by calling 642-2400 or e-mail Nancy Beliveau, beliveau47@peoplepc.com. This hike will be cancelled by wet, windy weather.

Aglow fellowship

CHINOOK – All are invited to an Aglow fellowship meeting from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 7 at 2 Lingenfelter Road in Chinook The gathering includes intercessory prayer, praise and worship. Aglow is an interdenominational organization for men and women. For more information contact Kathy at 777-8090.

Cribbage

LONG BEACH – The Longest Beach Cribbage Club meets every Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Pioneer Tavern at the corner of Pioneer Road and Pacific Highway. Play is 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.

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. On Saturday, Aug. 7 the topic is, “How Windy Is It?” Attendees will learn about wind speed and weather vanes. Then on Sunday, Aug. 8, learn how to identify regional animal tracks. These are short, fun activities and crafts that are designed for a variety of age groups. Call 777-8221 if you have questions.

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. The Naselle Marimba Band will perform on Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Lewis and Clark Square. Plus, there is a sidewalk chalk art contest at 2 p.m., by the gazebo downtown and the Beards Hollow Pirates Theatre and Crafts event is from noon to 3 p.m. both days. Come to downtown Long Beach and have some fun.

Sunday, Aug. 8Vesper services

OYSTERVILLE – Vesper Services is set for 3 p.m., Aug. 8 in the wonderful Oysterville Church. Pastor David Curtis of Peninsula Baptist Church will officiate. Music will be provided by local band Double J and the Boys, and Judy Eron will be the organist for this service. This is a wonderful, casual, come as you are event and everyone is welcome.

Orchid meeting

ASTORIA – The Sunset Empire Orchid Society meets Sunday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m., at the Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria in the east conference room. The guest speaker is Skip Burke who will present a hodge-podge of orchid information including mounting plants, fertilizers, and PH levels. Bring a plant to mount, along with mounting materials or a mixed solution of fertilizer for PH testing. Burke has 20 years of orchid growing experience to share. For more information, contact Georgia at 665-5565.

Edible gardens

PENINSULA – From noon to 5 p.m., on Aug. 8, there will be an edible gardening tour at eight 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. Tickets are $7 for adults (or five cans of food); $5 for seniors (or bring three cans of food); children are admitted free. Proceeds go to benefit the local food banks and His Supper Table. For information call Alisabeth at 642-4612.

Monday, Aug. 9Karelian bear dogs

LONG BEACH – Discovery Coast Audubon Society is holding their monthly meeting at 7 p.m., on Aug. 9 at the PUD auditorium on Sandridge Road. The topic this meeting is the Karelian bear dog. Come meet one of these special dogs and his handler from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and learn how they are working to educate the public about wildlife and living with bears and cougars. Call 642-1310 for more information.

Quilt Guild

ILWACO – The Peninsula Quilt Guild meets the second Monday of the month at 1 p.m., at the Peninsula Church Center at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. All with an interest are welcome. Call 642-2763 for more information.

Ilwaco city council

ILWACO – The Ilwaco City Council holds regularly scheduled meetings every second and fourth Monday at 6 p.m., at the Ilwaco Community Building at 158 First Ave N. All with an interest are encouraged to attend. Call 642-3145 for information.

Grants Available

PACIFIC COUNTY – Pacific County Marine Resource Committee has made some grant funds available to support their mission to serve as a steward for the marine and estuarine resources in our county by facilitating science based policies, research and education that enhance the sustainability of the economy and ecology of our communities. Funds available are $12,950, with the grant range from $500 to $10,000. Grant applications should be sent to Pacific Conservation District Office, P.O. Box 336 or delivered to 1216 W. Robert Bush Drive in South Bend, by Aug. 31. For information contact Mike Nordin or Mike Johnson 875-9424 or via e-mail at plutroll@willapabay.org.

Tuesday, Aug. 10Sea Turtles speaker

SEAVIEW – On Tuesday Aug. 10, at 7:30 a.m., at the 42nd Street Café in Seaview, Peninsula Rotary Club will have as guest speaker at their meeting Marc Ward of Sea Turtles Forever. Ward is on a mission to raise awareness of the importance of conserving our sea turtles and protecting their nesting beaches. He will tell of the efforts being made to rid the beaches of pollutants, plastics, and debris to protect all the wonderful wild life around us. Call 642-3325 if you have questions.

Gyotaku fish prints

RAYMOND – Teens are encouraged to come to the Raymond Timberland Library to create gyotaku fish prints from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Aug, 10. Make colorful prints of fish using realistic replicas and learn about the Japanese art of fish printing, called gyotaku. Participants can bring a T-shirt, book bag or other item to print on and wear clothes that can get dirty. For more information call 942-2408.

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.

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.

Weight watchers

LONG BEACH – Weight Watchers meetings are being held at the Edgewater Inn at 409 Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Attendees can weigh in 30 minutes prior to meeting start time. All are welcome. Call 642-3572 for information.

Ilwaco planning

ILWACO – The Ilwaco Planning Commission meets at 6 p.m., on Aug. 10 and Aug. 24 at the Ilwaco Community Building. The meeting is open to the public. Call 642-3145 for more information.

Writers’ Critique

LONG BEACH – Coastal Writers’ Critique meets Aug. 10 and Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. at the PUD building on Sandridge Road in Long Beach. All who wish to improve their writing skills are welcome. For more information call Jan at 642-4932.

Do Nothing Club

OCEAN PARK – Wives! Get rid of your husband every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Do Nothing Club is always looking for a few good men. Guys – give your wife a break and come to 24002 “U” Street in Ocean Park, where you can play cribbage, shoot pool, tell great stories or whatever. Call Jack McBride at 665-2721 or Jim Wirth at 665-2420 with questions.

Wednesday, Aug. 11Grief 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.

Alzheimer support

LONG BEACH – Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group meets the second Wednesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the PUD auditorium at 9610 Sandridge Road in Long Beach. The group is designed to provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are providing care to a person with dementia. For more information call Don Cantrell at 642-3787 ext. 226.

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..

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. Call 665-2598 for further information.

Americans for prosperity

LONG BEACH – Pacific County Chapter of Americans for Prosperity meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Seaview Transit Center at 2750 Highway 101. This month’s meeting is Aug. 11 beginning at 6 p.m. All with an interest are welcome. For information call Edie Faylor, chair at 777-0557 or contact her via e-mail at pacific.cty.afp@gmail.com.

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 Aug. 11 is “Hellcats of the Navy,” starring Ronald Reagan and Nancy Davis. 1957. 81 min.

Future EventsArt Walk

ILWACO – There will be an art walk at Ilwaco Harbour Village at the Port of Ilwaco from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Aug. 12. You’ll find a wide variety of art, good food, books, gifts and a free raffle. Call Bruce at 642-2291 if you have questions.

Shutterbugs

OCEAN PARK – Peninsula Photo Club Shutterbugs meets from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Aug. 12 in the Pacific County Fire District No. 1 community room at 26110 Ridge Avenue in Ocean Park. All skill levels are welcome. Monthly projects are displayed and discussed. Come have fun, discuss photography subjects and join the group. Call Lee at 665-6882 for more information.

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.

Blues & Seafood

ILWACO – The Port of Ilwaco is hosting the Blues and Seafood Festival. The show kicks off on Friday, Aug. 13 with an All Star Jam from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with Robbie Laws Band, local favorites Buoy 10 and many special guests – all for just $10. The party continues on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., with a great line up featuring the SwingCats, StrangeTones and the critically acclaimed Lloyd Jones Struggle. Enjoy all day Saturday for just $20. Both nights feature a food court and a separate bar with regional beer and wine. Buy your tickets at www.bluesandseafoodcom or call 642-2291. Or, if you wish you can purchase a two-day pass (Aug. 14 and Aug. 15) for admittance to the Blues & Seafood Festival in Ilwaco and the Jazz & Oysters in Oysterville for just $30. These tickets may be purchased from any Port of Ilwaco merchant or by calling 665-4466.

Jazz and Oysters

OYSTERVILLE – The Oysterville schoolhouse is the site of this annual one-day live jazz event set for Sunday, Aug. 15. You will find delectable food, including grilled oysters, desserts and more from Peninsula restaurants. No pets or outside food or beverages are permitted. This year welcomes the Merlot Tide Quartet for the morning session and Pearl Django for the afternoon session. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Jazz and Oysters is a major fundraiser for Water Music Festival in October. An all-day ticket for just Jazz and Oysters is $15, or you can get a two-day pass for the Blues & Seafood Festival along with Jazz & Oysters for just $30. Tickets may be purchased from any Port of Ilwaco merchant or by calling 665-4466.

IHS reunion

ILWACO – The next all-school reunion is coming Aug. 14 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Ilwaco High School football practice field. Come early and stay late. There will be a variety of activities, and as usual the Ilwaco Sports Booster food trailer will be on site with food for sale. Classes are encouraged to make class banners or signs. Let’s get as many alumni attending as possible. For more information call Alumni President David Aase at 642-3638.

Willapa Refuge Picnic

LONG BEACH – Beginning at 6 p.m., on Aug. 14, at 95th and Sandridge Road, the Friends of the National Wildlife Refuge will hold their annual members only barbecue. Anyone interested in learning about becoming a member can go to www.friendsofwillaparefuge.org, where you can learn about what the Friends of the Wildlife Refuge do to support wildlife and the community surrounding Willapa Bay. Membership dues are tax deductable. Call 665-2957 for information.

Car show

ASTORIA – The Lower Columbia Classics Car Club is holding their Annual Regatta Car Show at 12th Street, between Duane and Exchange streets in Astoria on Saturday, Aug. 14. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with car registration beginning at 8 a.m. Registration fee is $15. Please direct any questions to Ross Getchell at 503-325-0341 or Fred Mestrich at 503-325-8437.

Kite buggy demos

LONG BEACH – Two hours before and two hours after low tide, 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!

Ham Radio

NASELLE – The Pacific County Amateur Radio Club meets the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m., at Hunter’s Inn in Naselle. The next meeting is Aug. 14. Anyone interested in ham radio is encouraged to attend. For more information contact Dick Lemke at 665-2438 or Bob Cline at 665-4496.

Book discussion

NASELLE – Adults and teens are invited to join a discussion of the book “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 14 at Naselle Timberland Library. This program begins before normal hours so the library will open early only for this event. For more information call 484-3877.

Waikiki Beach concert

ILWACO – At 2 p.m., on Aug. 14, the public is invited to Cape Disappointment State Park’s Waikiki Beach for a concert by the Ian McFeron Band from Seattle. Their diverse musicianship allows them to shift smoothly through a variety of roots-Americana styles ranging from acoustic folk rock to country blues to heartfelt, soulful ballads to driving danceable backbeat grooves. 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.

Chinook Tribe

ILWACO – The Chinook Tribal Council meets at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 14 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco. Tribal members are encouraged to attend. There will be the usual potluck luncheon as part of the meeting. Call 875-6670 for information.

Firewood

ILWACO – Cape Disappointment State Park is issuing woodcutting permits. The cost for a permit is $25 and they expire on Aug. 15. The wood is for personal use only. Disposal or sale to another person is prohibited. For more information contact the park office at 642-3078.

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.

Alumni golf classic

LONG BEACH – The Ilwaco High School alumni golf classic is Aug. 15 at 9 a.m., at the Peninsula Golf Course. This is a four-person scramble format. Contact Sondra at 642-2828 or seaton@charterinternet.com to reserve space for your team today.

LB council

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month at city hall located at 115 Bolstad Avenue West. The next meeting is Aug. 16. The agenda is available at www.longbeachwa.gov or at city hall prior to the meeting. These meetings are open to the public. Call 642-4421 for additional information.

Intl Kite Festival

LONG BEACH – The next Washington State International Kite Festival is Monday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 22. Monday’s focus is kite trains, arches and multi-line stacks; Tuesday is Terrific Tuesday with camera workshops, club camps, Rokkaku battles pun fun and more; Wednesday is Paint me Patriotic with children’s events, senior fighter kite challenges, and lots more; Thursday is handcrafted kite day, Friday’s focus is on demos, mass ascension, the lighted night fly which includes fireworks and more; Saturday’s focus is the recognition ceremony; and Sunday is the family fun fly. Mark your calendar now.

School supplies distributed

LONG BEACH – School supplies for needy families will be available at the Chinook Observer office at 205 Bolstad Avenue East, Suite 2, in Long Beach, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 16 through Friday, Aug. 20. Additionally, supplies will be distributed at the Pacific County Fire District No. 1 office at 26110 Ridge Avenue in Ocean Park from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 23, Tuesday, Aug. 24 and Friday, Aug. 27, and from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Aug. 25 and Thursday, Aug. 26. Call 642-8181 if you have questions.

Wahkiakum fair

SKAMOKAWA – The 102nd Annual Wahkiakum County Fair is Aug. 19 through Aug. 21, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The theme is “Blue Jeans and Country Dreams.” There will be a variety of 4-H activities and livestock shows, lumberjack exhibitions, several top musical performers, a reptile show, salmon barbecue and the amusement rides. The fair is held at 16 Fairgrounds Road in Skamokawa. Come on down!

PC Fair

MENLO – The Pacific County Fair is coming Aug. 25 through Aug. 28. This year’s theme is “Get your kicks on Highway 6.” Special events include the idol talent show, holiday greeting card contest, jump rope contest, carnival, animal and floral entries and more. Pacific Transit has special runs and prices to and from the fairgrounds.

Wines from Down Under

SKAMOKAWA – The Friends of Skamokawa Wine Tasting and Auction will take place on Sept. 11, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Skamokawa Grange, next to the Wahkiakum County fairgrounds. Rod Stockhouse again will be the auctioneer. Tickets for this Friends of Skamokawa community event are $15 per person, and include wines from New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Chile and Argentina for you to taste. Fresh and light treats will compliment your wine choices. There will also be beer and non-alcoholic beverages available at this event and there will be a table for desserts and coffee. Tickets will be available at Cathlamet stores and at Redmen Hall. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the event. If you have an item or items you would like to donate for the auction, please call Bernadette Goodroe at 360-795-8031, Pam Emery at 360-200-5869, Diane Stockhouse at 360-849-4145 or Esther Gregg at 465-2514.

Art Show registration

LONG BEACH – Pre-registration for Peninsula Arts Association 40th Annual Fall Art Show is now open. The show runs Oct. 8 through Oct. 11 at the World Kite Museum in Long Beach. Peninsula Arts Association has a diverse membership known for bringing exciting work to each show. Artists will compete in 23 categories and participation is limited to PAA members. The registration deadline is Sept. 21. All registration instructions, entry forms and membership information are available on PAA’s website, www.beachartist.org.