Community Calendar: 3.17.10

Published 5:00 pm Monday, March 15, 2010

Wednesday, March 17Preventing Teen Suicide

RAYMOND – On Wednesday, March 17 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the public is invited to the Raymond Theatre for an evening to ask questions, gain knowledge, and challenge taboos about teen suicide. Some think that talking about suicide just cause more deaths, that there isn’t anything that individuals can do to stop someone from killing themself. Additional questions to be addressed include: Do teens really want to die or is this just a cry for help? How do I talk with my child about this recent suicide? What should I do if I notice unusual behaviors in my child? Sue Eastgard, executive director of the Youth Suicide Prevention Program, will teach the class. Eastgard has extensive experience as a mental health clinician and prevention specialist. Help build a stronger safety net for the youth and families of our community by attending. The Youth Suicide Prevention Program’s Web site is www.yspp.com.

School testing

PENINSULA – The High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE) will be administered to 10th grade students March 16 through March 18 for reading and writing and April 13 and April 15 for math and science. Students in the 11th and 12th grade wishing to retake the WASL for the purpose of improving prior scores may do so by taking the HSPE on these dates. The Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) paper/pencil testing window will be administered to third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade students from May 12 to May 28. The Measurements of Student Progress online testing window will be administered to seventh grade math and eighth grade reading from May 3 to June 4. The performance-based assessment includes reading, writing, mathematics and science and is based on Washington’s Essential Academic Learning Requirements. Private school and/or home-based students wishing to participate in the HSPE and MSP should contact Dustin Salisbury, Ocean Park Elementary principal, at 665-4815; Todd Carper, Long Beach Elementary principal, at 642-3242; or Marc Simmons or David Tobin, Ilwaco Middle/High School principals, at 642-3731.

Grief support

SEAVIEW- A Grief Support Group meets every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Peninsula Church Center at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. Contact them at 800-772-1319 if you have questions.

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 March 17 is “Lives of the Bengal Lancer,” starring Gary Cooper and Franchot Tone. 1955. 110 min.

Grange meeting

LONG BEACH – Long Beach Grange No. 667 at 5715 Sandridge Road, is holding their monthly meeting and potluck dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m., on March 17. Come get reacquainted with this great organization. Call 642-4953 if you have questions.

Thursday, March 18Women in Business

ILWACO – On March 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., women are invited come to the Artisan at 114 Main Street SW in Ilwaco for the Peninsula Women in Business meeting. The speaker is Randy Dennis, of the Dennis Company, whose topic is “How to survive in a no-growth environment.” Peninsula Women in Business is a group of local business women who gather to mentor, network and learn from one another. Meetings are the third Thursday of each month. For information call 642-4431.

Diabetes management

ILWACO – From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on Thursday, March 18, in the Ocean Beach Hospital meeting room, come learn from Teresa Melvin, a woman who has been living successfully with diabetes for 52 years. Come hear an “expert” talk about diabetes management. If you have questions call 642-6308 or 642-6314.

Book discussion

ILWACO – Adults are invited to join in a discussion of “Brother, I’m Dying” by Edwidge Danticat from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., March 18 at Ilwaco Timberland Library. For more information call 642-3908.

Line dancing

LONG BEACH – Line dancing is happening 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.

Gardening chats

OCEAN PARK – All with an interest are welcome to the informal gardening chats at the Ocean Park Library community room the third Thursday of the month, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The topic for March 18 is understanding and working with local soils. This gathering is sponsored by Tilth on the Willapa. Call Lisa at 665-3061 for more information.

Connection Group

KLIPSAN – NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group meets every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at Golden Sands Assisted Living at 21608 “O” Lane in Klipsan. Anyone with a mental health condition is welcome to these structured, confidential group sessions led by NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group trained facilitators. For information call 665-6305 or 665-4421.

Friday, March 19Peninsula Quilt Show

ILWACO – The 15th Annual Peninsula Quilt Guild Show is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, March 19 and Saturday, March 20 and from noon to 4 p.m., on Sunday, March 21 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum at 115 SE Lake Street in Ilwaco. This year’s theme is “Quilting at the Beach.” More than 100 quilts will be on display. During the show there will be ongoing demonstrations of the various aspects of quilt making. This year’s prize quilt is called, “Oh My Stars.” Tickets are available for purchase, and you don’t have to be present to win. Food will be available for purchase from the Ocean Park Lions Club. Call 642-3446 for more information.

Flea market

LONG BEACH – The first and third Friday and Saturday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be an indoor flea market at the grange hall, located at 5715 Sandridge Road in Long Beach. The next markets are on March 19 and March 20. Tables are available for rent. Call 665-2461 for 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.

Dance And Dessert Social

SKAMOKAWA – Join your friends and neighbors for a night of traditional American folk music and dancing presented by the Skamokawa and Grays River granges from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday, March 19 at the newly refurbished Skamokawa Grange Hall. Skamokawa Grange is located within sight of SR-4. Turn north on Skamokawa Valley Road at the bridge, then a left onto Fairgrounds Road. This dance will feature contra, circle and square dances. Veteran caller Rich Goss will host and call dances; the popular Portland band, Cascade Crossing, will provide the lively music. Learn the basics at 7:30 p.m.; the dance begins at 8 p.m. There will also be several waltzes. All dances are taught and easy to learn. The granges will host a refreshment and dessert table with homemade pies, cookie plates and beverages available. All ages, singles, couples and families are welcome. Admission is $8. Kids under 12 and accompanied by an adult, free. For more information on the dance contact Steve at 360-465-2205.

Hilarious theatrical comedy

RAYMOND – Actors can be some of the funniest, but some of the nastiest people you’ll ever know. “It’s Only a Play,” the winter production of the Willapa Players, will prove that to everyone who sees it. Author Terrence McNally uses the occasion of a disastrous opening night party to pile one wildly funny comic sequence upon another. Director Heidi Stonebraker warns that the play deals with adult subjects and contains some adult language. Production dates are Friday, March 19; Saturday, March 20; followed by Friday, March 26; Saturday, March 27, with a Sunday matinee on March 21. Evening performances start at 7:30 p.m.; the matinee starts at 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 for all performances. Tickets are available at South Bend Pharmacy and Everyone’s Video and More in Raymond.

Saturday, March 20Farm summit

CATHLAMET – The Wahkiakum Food and Farm Network, the WSU Extension office and the master gardeners are presenting their sixth annual Food and Farm Summit from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., on March 20. The theme of the summit is ‘How to grow your own groceries,’ and includes a wide range of topics from pest control to garden planning. The summit will be held in the River Street meeting room in Cathlamet. There is a $20 registration fee per individuals or $35 per couple, with walk-ins welcome. The fee includes a continental breakfast and lunch. For more information call Kim Howell at 360-431-5133.

Oysters and art

LONG BEACH – The Rotary Club of Southwest Pacific County’s 5th Annual Oysters and Art, a benefit for children’s program, will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., March 20 at the Chautauqua Lodge, 304 NW 14th Street in Long Beach. The evening includes silent and live auctions, nibbles, sips and spirits, music and laughter. Tickets are $25 and available now from Dick at 642-3045, Judi at 642-0837, Lesley at 665-5505, Shirley at 642-2789, or at Farmers Insurance in Ocean Park or beachdog.com in Long Beach. Contributing artists and their work will be featured every week at www.beachrotary.com.

Women of the Sea

LONG BEACH – On March 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at their annual Afternoon Tea Theatre at the Long Beach Elks, the Willapa Bay Chapter of the AAUW will present “Women of the Sea,” a historical representation of women who have made maritime history. The American Association of University Women is an organization dedicated to the education of women and proceeds from this event will benefit the scholarship fund for Ilwaco High School. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. They are on sale at Okie’s Thriftway and Sweet Williams in Ocean Park and at Stormin Normans in Long Beach, or you may call 665-6074.

Tracking Club

LEADBETTER – The Leadbetter Tracking Club meets at 10 a.m., on the third Saturday of every month. The next session is Saturday, March 20. Participants should meet in the north parking lot at Leadbetter State Park. Dogs are not permitted on the trails at Leadbetter Point. Please call Julie Tennis at 777-8221 for more information.

Walk for Autism

LONG BEACH – Beginning at 11 a.m., on March 20 at the arch near the Bolstad beach approach, there will be a two-mile walk to benefit the local developmental preschool. Walkers will leave the arch and head north on the Discovery Trail to the bronze Lewis and Clark tree, take the loop around the tree and walk back along the trail. Call 244-5110 for information.

Willapa Wildlife Refuge mtg

LONG BEACH – Interested members of the public are invited to attend the Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge board meeting to be held on Saturday, March 20, at 10 a.m. at the PUD No. 2 office on Sandridge Road in Long Beach.

Stamp Club

LONG BEACH – The Peninsula Stamp Club meets on March 20 at 11 a.m. at the Long Beach Grange at 5715 Sandridge Road. Beginners to advanced collectors are welcome. Call John at 642-8732 for more information.

Ilwaco carnival

ILWACO – On March 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., everyone is invited to a carnival for all ages at Hilltop gym. There will be food, games and prizes! This is part of one student’s senior project effort. If you have any questions, call 642-3731, or better yet, come have fun at the carnival.

Round table discussion

RAYMOND- The public is invited to a round table discussion about how to use Telecommunications Host Controller (THC) communication tools such as Web sites, e-mail, event posting, etc., plus any other similar topic of interest from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., March 20 at 129 Monohon Landing Road in Raymond. If you have questions, call Brent at 942-3409.

Kite Fun for Families

LONG BEACH – The World Kite Museum on Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach will hold its annual “Spring Fling” during upcoming school spring breaks. Special Saturday program dates are March 20 and 27, and April 3 and 10. The museum is sponsoring free lessons and practice on the beach on how to fly two-line kites. The instructors will have a limited number of kites for you to use or you can bring a borrowed kite or one you own plus line, with you. Rain or shine, a visit to the kite museum is an enjoyable event. Folks of all ages are entertained and learn new things, besides leaving with a kite they made. Call 642-4020 for information.

Sunday, March 21Survey pollinators

CAPE D – Would you like to help survey pollinators at Cape Disappointment State Park? There will be a free workshop on Sunday, March 21 to introduce participants to the five types of pollinating animals we have in Washington, and will provide the basics for collecting accurate data in the field. Contact Julie Tennis at 777-8221 to register.

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, March 22Call for auditions

PENINSULA – The Peninsula Players is auditioning for the rollicking murder mystery farce “Tut, Tut, Tutsy” at 7 p.m. on March 22 and March 23. There are four male and eight female roles. What do you get when you mix an Egyptologist, two gun-toting sisters, a dog food company, a mummy and various eccentric relatives together? Why it’s “Tut, Tut, Tutsy!” For more information please contact the director Laurie Carter at 642-8667.

Concert

ILWACO – The community is invited to a concert performed by the choir at Ilwaco Middle/High School beginning at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Come hear some talented students in our community.

Art Around Town

PENINSULA – Peninsula Arts Association is proud to present the artwork of the following artists during the months of March and April – Nancy Beliveau and Elizabeth Bonn-Zimmerman are showing their works of art at the Pacific County building. Also being displayed is the artworks of Vivian Easter and Sharon Bernasek. Peninsula Arts Association encourages everyone to take time to admire these creations.

OP School Book Fair

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Elementary is holding a book fair March 22 through March 26. From easy readers, to picture books, to best sellers and more, the scholastic book fair connects kids with books they want to read. The book fair helps raise funds for the Ocean Park Elementary library. Monday, March 22 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. is a viewing day. Purchase days are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, March 23 through Thursday, March 25 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Friday, March 26. If you have questions, call 665-4815.

Tuesday, March 23Taekwon-Do

LONG BEACH – Taekwon-Do classes are being offered at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., each Tuesday and Thursday at the Long Beach Elks Lodge located at 110 N. Pacific Hwy. Taekwon-Do is a Korean unarmed martial art that increases strength, stamina, flexibility and confidence while improving your mind and body. Enter through the back of the lodge and come upstairs. Everyone is welcome. Classes are just $5. Come for a free trial. For children’s programs or other questions call 244-4332.

Bible study

SEAVIEW – The public is invited to an ecumenical Bible study each Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Peninsula Church at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. The study will cover the book of Revelation. For information call 642-2189.

Marketing your work

RAYMOND – From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., March 23, adults and teens are invited to Raymond Timberland Library for a ‘Marketing Your Work’ workshop. Anne Louise Grimm will give part three of her series for writers of all ages. This program focuses on getting your work out so others may see and hear what you have done. For more information call 942-2408.

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.

Census workers wanted

PACIFIC COUNTY – The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring temporary workers to ensure the 2010 Census is a success. To qualify you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be able to pass a background check and take a 30-minute, multiple-choice basic employment test that measures knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform a variety of census jobs. Upcoming testing dates are as follows: at Ilwaco Community Building, at noon on March 20; at Pacific Bible Church in Ilwaco at 3 p.m., March 17; and at various times on March 17, 18, and March 19 and March 23 through 31 at Ocean Park Timberland Library. Workers will be required to possess a valid driver’s license and have use of a vehicle. U.S. citizenship is required to apply for census jobs; however, non-citizens will only be hired for these positions if there are no qualified U.S. citizens available. All temporary census employees must be able to commit to training, for which they will be compensated at their regular hourly rate. For information call 866-861-2010 (toll free). You will need to bring two pieces of identification with you to the training.

Wednesday, March 24Free Admission

ILWACO – During the month of March, admission to the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum at 115 S.E. Lake Street in Ilwaco will be free courtesy of the Ilwaco Merchants Association. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Tuesdays through Saturdays and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to tour our local museum.

Kindergarten Pre-Registration

PENINSULA – Kindergarten pre-registration is being held for all Peninsula children who will be five years old on or before Aug. 31. During the month of March you may pre-register your child at Ocean Park Elementary School or at Long Beach Elementary anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Cranberry Road is the dividing line; children living north of Cranberry will attend Ocean Park School, and those south of Cranberry will attend Long Beach Elementary. Please bring your child’s birth certificate and immunization record (copies or originals). Your child does not need to be at pre-registration. If you have any questions, please call 665-4815 for Ocean Park, and 642-3242 for Long Beach.

Contest deadline

ILWACO – The city of Ilwaco needs help from local students to design a new logo for the 2010 Black Lake Fishing Derby T-shirt. The contest is open to all students in the Ocean Beach School District, kindergarten through 12th grade. Each contestant may submit one design, which must be one color and fit on an 8.5-inch by 11-inch piece of paper.

Logo designs should be submitted to Ilwaco City Hall (120 First Avenue North, Ilwaco) by March 24. Don’t forget to include the student’s name, school, grade, and parent’s name and phone number with their logo design. For more information, contact Elizabeth Johnson at 642-1327.

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 March 24 is “Showboat,” starring Howard Keel, Kathryn Grayson and Ava Gardner. 1951. 108 min.

Writers’ Critique

LONG BEACH – Coastal Writers’ Critique meets March 23 at 10 a.m. at the PUD building on Sandridge Road in Long Beach. All who wish to improve their writing skills are welcome. Call Jan Bono for more information at 642-4932.

Yoga

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

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.

Gospel services

OCEAN PARK – Come hear the gospel message on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., through April 14 at the home of Deanna Brooks, 919 280th Street in Ocean Park. The purpose is to create faith in those who do not believe and to strengthen the faith in those who do. No collection will be taken. Call Barb at 541-974-6360 for more information.

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 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.

Author Readings

ILWACO – Olde Towne Trading Post, the coffee shop across from the heritage museum in Ilwaco, is the site of a monthly Authors’ Showcase the fourth Wednesday evening of the month. The next gathering is March 24. 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.

Future EventsVeterans meeting

LONG BEACH – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3721 in Long Beach holds their monthly membership and business meeting at 7 p.m., March 25 at the Elks Lodge located at 110 Pacific Avenue in Long Beach. For information, call 642-1228.

Grant funds available

PACIFIC COUNTY – WellSpring Community Network has grant opportunities available for local programs focusing on the following areas: prevention of child abuse or neglect, youth violence, youth substance use, youth suicide, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, or child out-of-home placement in South Pacific County. Past grants have been awarded for parenting enrichment classes, summer band camp, summer basketball clinic, Infant Safety Net supplies and youth adventure programs among others. The application deadline is Friday, March 26. Total funds available have been increased to $3,000. Those selected to receive grant funds must expend the funds by June 30. To obtain a grant application, please contact Tara Finch at 360-783-1091 or visit wellspringpacific.com.

Rummage sale

OCEAN PARK – On Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be a rummage sale fundraiser for Dunes Pool at 23515 Pacific Way in Ocean Park. Please come help support this great pool. Call 665-5542 for more information.

Bluegrass Festival

LONG BEACH – The Bluegrass Festival 2010 is coming to the Chautauqua Lodge in Long Beach starting Friday, March 26 through Sunday, March 28. Enjoy the varied bands – Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, Misty Mama, The McMahon’s, Deadwood Revival and others. Watch for more information about tickets.

Dinner & dancing

LONG BEACH – Mark your calendars now to enjoy dinner and dancing to music by Steve Delzell at the Long Beach Elks Lodge on March 27. Members and guests are welcome. Call 642-2651 if you have questions.

Clamming

PENINSULA – A razor clam dig is scheduled on the Long Beach Peninsula from the Columbia River north jetty to Leadbetter Point on March 26 through April 1, pending marine toxin tests. The best time to start is an hour or two before low tide and it is recommended you take a lantern for evening digs. The digs start as evening digs and then switch to morning digs on March 29. Low tides are as follows: Friday, March 26, 5:37 p.m. 0.0; Saturday, March 27, 6:26 p.m. 0.0; Sunday, March 28, 7:10 p.m. 0.2; Monday, March 29, 7:39 a.m., 0.1; Tuesday, March 30, 8:27 a.m., -0.4; Wednesday, March 31, 9:14 a.m., -0.6; Thursday, April 1, 10 a.m., -0.6. Harvesters are allowed to take no more than 15 razor clams and must keep the first 15 they dig, regardless of size or condition. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container. Licenses are available at numerous local businesses.

Renewable energy

HOQUIAM – Twin Harbors Coalition is hosting a session entitled, ‘Introduction to Residential Renewable Energy and Public Policy’ from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., March 27 at the Grays Harbor PUD Nichols Building, 220 Myrtle Street in Hoquiam. The discussion outlines local and federal policy as well as solar, wind and hot water solutions. Call Jeff for questions and carpooling at 360-589-3444.

OBSD Spring break

PENINSULA – Spring break for students in the Ocean Beach School District is Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2.

CPR class

OCEAN PARK – Beginning at 10:30 a.m., on April 7, Pacific County Fire District No. 1 certified instructors will teach a free two-hour CPR class at 1409 Bay Avenue. Ocean Park Eagles Auxiliary is sponsoring this class. All students must be pre-registered by March 31. To register call Suzy at 665-6688.

Boater education class

ILWACO – From 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on the first Saturday of each month through June, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is holding a class to assist attendees in obtaining the required Washington state Boater Education card. These cards are required for anyone who is 30 years old or younger who plans to operate a boat. The cost is $25, and pre-registration is requested. The next class is April 3. The classes will be held in the upstairs classroom at the Port of Ilwaco office at 165 Howerton Way. For additional information or to sign up, call Dick at 642-7588.

NRA banquet/auction

OCEAN PARK – On Saturday, April 3 the Chinook Valley Friends of NRA will hold a banquet and auction fundraiser at the Peninsula Senior Center at 21603 Pacific Hwy. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner starts at 7 p.m., with an auction following. All dinner packages include a chance to win a special rifle. Proceeds go to underwrite programs such as shooting range development and improvements, firearms safety and training, hunter safety, youth programs, Second Amendment education, conservation projects and other crucial NRA Foundation programs. For tickets or more information call 360-749-1181 or e-mail mduck@wwest.net.

Naselle Spring break

NASELLE – Students in the Naselle-Grays River Valley School District will enjoy spring break from Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9.