Community Calendar: 8.5.09

Published 5:00 pm Monday, August 3, 2009

Wednesday, Aug. 5School supplies needed

PENINSULA – Once again the call goes out across the Peninsula to help with school supplies for low-income families in Pacific County. Donations of supplies and/or money would be greatly appreciated to give kids a chance to start school with the supplies they need to succeed. Drop off your donated items or money at the Chinook Observer office at 205 Bolstad Avenue East, Suite 2 in Long Beach, or mail donations to P.O. Box 427, Long Beach, WA 98631. Any help is appreciated.

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 Aug. 5 is Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None” starring Barry Fitzgerald, Louis Hayward, Walter Huston. 1945. 97 min.

Hunter education course

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Police Department and the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife will be holding their annual Hunter Education Course through Aug. 8. Class size is limited and you must pre-register to attend. Call 642-2911 to sign up. The class will be held at the Long Beach Fire Hall starting at 6 p.m. each day. There is no charge for the class.

C.G. Auxiliary

CAPE D – The Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 62 meets Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. at Cape Disappointment. For information call Larry at 665-2811.

Toastmasters

ASTORIA – Coastal Communicators Toastmasters Club meets the first, third and if appropriate, fifth Monday of each month from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Hotel Elliot conference room in Astoria. This club serves our entire region in Washington and Oregon. The club provides members with dynamic opportunities to improve their communication and leadership skills. Guests are always welcome. For more information, call 503-791-2806, or visit their Web site at www.toastmasters.org.

Writers’ Circle

OCEAN PARK – The Writers’ Circle meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the Ocean Park Library. The meetings are from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The purpose of the meetings is to critique each other’s work in friendly, helpful ways. For more information call 642-6424 or 665-3835.

Thursday, Aug. 6Mah Jongg

ILWACO – A Mah Jongg (Jewish style) class is starting Thursday, Aug. 6 in Ilwaco. The class is free but there is limited class size. A Mah Jongg set is available for class use. Call 783-2911 for information.

Grief support

OCEAN PARK – A Grief Support Group meets Aug. 6 at 11 a.m. and the third Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The second meeting this month is Aug. 20. Meetings are at the Ocean Park Lutheran Church at 240th and “U” Street. Harbors Home Health and Hospice sponsors these gatherings. Contact them at 800-772-1319.

Play & Learn Group

NASELLE – The Play and Learn Group, sponsored by St. James Family Center in Cathlamet, meets on Thursdays at Valley Bible Church in Rosburg, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Play and Learn group is a time for parents/caregivers to gather with their kids ages up to five to build friendships, share parenting ideas, have a healthy snack and sometimes do crafts. If you would like to come to this free, fun group, please contact the facilitator, Becky Erickson at 465-2555 for information. The group is not affiliated with Valley Bible Church.

Aging council meeting

SHELTON – The Olympic Area Agency on Aging (O3A) Council of Governments meets at 10 a.m., on Thursday, Aug. 6 via conference call. The agenda will include approval of state, federal and home care quality authority contracts. The O3A Advisory Council meetings monthly on the third Tuesday in Shelton. For information call 866-720-4863.

Overeaters Anonymous

KLIPSAN – From noon to 1 p.m., each Thursday, an Overeaters Anonymous group meets at Golden Sands Assisted Living Center in Klipsan (across from the senior center). Anyone having a problem with food is welcome. If you have questions call Dianne at 665-2348.

Divorce Support Group

OCEAN PARK – A divorce support group meets each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Peninsula Baptist Church, 23802 Pacific Highway in Ocean Park. Everyone is welcome. Call 665-0804 for details.

Friday, Aug. 7Once Upon a Mattress

CHINOOK – Whatever you do, don’t miss “Once Upon a Mattress,” a musical comedy presented by the Peninsula Association of Performing Artists. “Once Upon a Mattress” is performed at the Fort Columbia Theater with performances through Sunday, Aug. 16. Curtain times are Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. This hilarious Broadway musical is a comedic look at the fairy tale, “The Princess and the Pea.” Professional musicians play the delightful score as the wonderfully whimsical story unfolds on stage. Tickets are available for $15 at Stormin’ Norman’s in Long Beach, Okie’s Thriftway and Adelaide’s in Ocean Park, Jimella’s Cafe in Klipsan Beach, Raven and Finch at the Port of Ilwaco, at Thiel’s Music in Astoria and at the door if not sold out. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early! Don’t miss “Once Upon a Mattress.”

Garden party

CATHLAMET – The Wahkiakum Community Foundation is holding their 4th Annual Garden Party beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7 at the Julia Butler Hansen Heritage Center, 35 Butler Street in Cathlamet. There will be live music by Greg Parke, guest speaker Penny Paulson from The Bank of the Pacific, light hors d’oeuvres and desserts, and lots more. Plus you can purchase tickets to enter a drawing for a beautiful Wahkiakum inspired jeweled pendant. Space is limited to the first 100 guests. R.S.V.P. to 360-795-0419 or e-mail info@wahkiakumfoundation.org.

Art around town

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital is hosting photographer Carly Henningan during July and August. The new county building on Sandridge Road is showing paintings in a variety of mediums by Carol Johnson, Judy Leonard, Wes Moehnke, Tom Morrow, Leonard Ellis and Jill Merrill in July and August. Come and see these works of art from members of the Peninsula Arts Association.

LB Merchants

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Merchants Association meets Friday, Aug. 7 at 8 a.m., at Bensons Restaurant, 504 S Pacific Ave., in Long Beach. For more information call this year’s president, Steven Linhart at 642-5625.

Saturday, Aug. 8Jake’s Birthday

LONG BEACH – Once again this year, the city of Long Beach invites everyone to come downtown to help celebrate Jake the alligator man’s birthday. There will be events all day long, including a pre-1970 car show, live music, free cake, pin the scale on Jake, roaming pirates, face painting, a burlesque show for those 18 years old and older, the dizmal dingo show, a late night double feature drive in and lots more. Come to Long Beach and join the fun.

95th Anniversary

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park United Methodist Church will celebrate their 95th Anniversary on Aug. 8 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The church is located at 1202 262nd Place in Ocean Park. Please come and help celebrate. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 665-6691.

Army Chorus performs

ILWACO – There will be a free concert on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion/River City School Building in Ilwaco. Sponsored by the Don R. Grable Ilwaco Post 48 of the American Legion, the concert features the United States Army Europe and 7th Army Chorus, made up of both active and reserve soldiers who have served in Europe. Since 1995, past and present members have gathered for reunions and put on shows for veterans and others in communities in the United States. For information, call Post Commander Chuck Schussman at 665-6010 or Post Adjutant Dick Wallace at 642-4188. Refreshments will follow the concert.

BBQ & Open House

ILWACO – A barbecue and open house for Peninsula Masons and their ladies, plus those interested in joining the fraternity, will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Aug. 8 at Occident Lodge No. 99 F. & A.M., 205 Spruce Street, Ilwaco. The groups enjoys dinners together every month before their meetings and they have some terrific special projects that encourage kids to excel. To R.S.V.P., call Leif Walker at 665-6221, Mike Carmel at 642-3636, or Dick Rodlun, Junior Warden at 665-3037.

“Southern Skies”

CAPE D – The Waikiki Beach Concert Series continues on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. in the amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach. Bring your sunglasses, blanket and more and relax while enjoying some great music. The next concert features Southern Skies, who are described as playing “Americana, country and folk-rock.” Joey Capoccia and Kendl Winter team up to create Southern Skies, an acoustic duet featuring original and traditional music reminiscent of their home towns in the Ozarks and Appalachian mountains. Everyone is welcome to this concert. There is no admittance fee. Call 642-3029 for more information.

Weavers Exhibit

SKAMOKAWA – The Clatsop Weavers and Spinners Guild returns to Skamokawa’s Redmen Hall with a new exhibit of fiber works, with an opening reception on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 1 p.m. The featured artist for this exhibit is Sisko Kallio of Astoria. Sisko first learned to weave as a child in Finland. She left there for Canada with her husband in 1951; 10 years later they settled in Astoria, where he was a millworker, and she did tailoring and alterations for the JC Penney store. A master weaver, she is now in her 90s. Guild members, when available, will demonstrate their skills on Saturdays until the exhibit closes in late September. The Clatsop Weavers and Spinners Guild is a talented group of over 20 active members from Clatsop, Pacific and Wahkiakum counties, who work in a diverse array of fiber arts. They meet once a month on the third Tuesdays at 11 a.m., at the Columbia-Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco. Spinners also meet weekly at various locations. For more information about the Redmen Hall exhibit, please call Kathleen at 360- 795-3007.

Pancake Breakfast

KLIPSAN – Enjoy breakfast at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center on Pacific Highway at Klipsan, on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Enjoy pancakes with scrambled eggs and sausage or biscuits and sausage gravy with scrambled eggs, plus a beverage. The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children and .50 for side orders. Bring your friends and your appetite!

Chinook Tribe meeting

ILWACO – The Chinook Tribal Council will meet at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco. Tribal members are encouraged to attend. There will be a potluck luncheon as usual. If you have questions, please call 875-6670.

Sunday, Aug. 9Cancer Golf Benefit

SURFSIDE – On Aug. 9 at 2 p.m., come to Surfside Golf Course for 18 holes of golf, great food and awesome prizes. The cost is $40 per golfer which includes 18 holes of golf and dinner. Sign up by calling 665-4148. The benefit will support Angi Derry, Michelle Fithen, Cari Wirkkala-Herbertson and Diane Harrington, who will walk 60 miles in three days in September in the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure in Seattle to help fight breast cancer.

Non-denominational worship

KLIPSAN – A new non-denominational worship group meets on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., at the Peninsula Senior Center in Klipsan. These meetings are open to all and will be led by Rev. Mary Evelyn Long. Offerings received will be donated to a different “cause” each month.

Vesper services

OYSTERVILLE – On Aug. 9 Vesper Services will be held in the historic Oysterville Church starting at 3 p.m. Pastor Mindy Burns of Destiny Friends Church will lead the services and music will be provided by soprano Brier Gregory accompanied by Barbara Poulshock. Sandra Nielson will be playing the old pump organ. This is a casual, come as you are event and everyone is welcome.

Monday, Aug. 10Home Canning Class

ASTORIA – Is there a fisherman in your family? Do you prefer home-canned tuna to commercially canned tuna? Do you want to learn to preserve that deer or elk you’re planning to get this year? Is your garden overflowing with produce? Then register now for the class “Home Canning Meat, Poultry, Fish and Vegetables” sponsored by the OSU Extension Service in Clatsop County on Monday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Duncan Law Seafood Consumer Center. The class includes discussion, demonstration, tasting and question and answer session. Cost is $7.50, which includes handouts. Pre-registration is encouraged by Aug. 3. Call 503-325-8573 to sign up.

Quilt Guild

ILWACO – The Peninsula Quilt Guild will gather for their annual potluck picnic at noon on Aug. 10, at the Cranberry Museum on Pioneer Road. All with an interest are welcome. Call 642-2763 for more information.

WASL Testing Info

PENINSULA – The Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) will be administered in the Ocean Beach School District, on the following dates and times at the Hilltop Middle/High School: Reading – Monday, Aug. 10 – Part one at 8:30 a.m. and part two at 1 p.m.; Mathematics – Tuesday, Aug. 11 – Part one at 8:30 a.m. and part two at 1 p.m.; Writing – Wednesday, Aug. 12 and Thursday, Aug. 13 – Students begin testing at 8:30 a.m. each day. If students are not finished by noon, they may return at 1 p.m. for transcription and editing of final draft. Students must have been in the 10th, 11th or 12th grade, during the spring of 2009, to be eligible to take or retake the WASL. The performance-based assessment includes reading, writing and mathematics, and is based on Washington’s essential academic learning requirements. Washington state law exempts private schools and home-based students from mandatory participation in the WASL, therefore, participation by private school and/or home-based students will be given via the local district as an ancillary service. Students requesting access to the WASL as an ancillary service from OBSD are expected to follow the same timeframe as enrolled students and take the test on site. For information call 642-1319.

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.

Ilwaco council

ILWACO – The Ilwaco City Council meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 p.m. at the Ilwaco Community Center. These meetings are open to the public. Call 642-3145 for more information.

Tuesday, Aug. 11Masonic 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.

NAMI meeting

SEAVIEW – NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, meets from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the Peninsula Church Center, 5000 N. Place in Seaview. Several members have been to recent conferences and will speak about their experiences, bringing back the latest on topics. Time for questions and answers will be included. The group’s theme this year is “Building Bridges to Wellness” and they are looking for ideas for subjects and speakers especially concerning this. If you have a desire that doesn’t fit in, bring it up, as well. This is the time to help shape what NAMI will cover in the year ahead. Anyone with an interest in mental health is welcome. For more information call Kat 665-6305 or 665-5372.

Coastal Writers

LONG BEACH – The Coastal Writers’ Critique group will continue to meet at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, at the PUD Building on Sandridge Road. Call Jan at 642-4932 for more information.

LB planning

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. on Aug. 11 at city hall. The meeting is open to the public. Call 642-4421 for additional information.

OP Lions

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park Area Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Ocean Park Lutheran Church, 220th and “U” Street. Anyone with an interest in being involved is encouraged to stop in for the meeting.

WellSpring meeting

LONG BEACH – WellSpring meets at 3 p.m. on Aug. 11 at the PUD building on Sandridge Road. Please join them as they discuss and plan for ways we can address concerns pertaining to our children, youth and families in south Pacific County. For additional information contact pen_south@yahoo.com or call 360-208-3295.

Wednesday, Aug. 12Naselle Water meeting

NASELLE – The public is encouraged to attend the Aug. 12 Naselle Water Board meeting at the Naselle Water Company in Appelo Plaza (suite 3) at 7 p.m. Scheduled meeting topics include signing paperwork for a $55,000 loan and a $158,000 grant for Lane Creek Bridge repair, as well as a $475,000 grant for sand filter replacement media and roughing filters to be placed at the main plant. For additional information, contact the water company at 360-484-3815.

Alzheimer’s support group

LONG BEACH – Caring for someone with memory loss? Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with dementia. A free information and support group for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia will be held Aug. 12 at the PUD Auditorium, 9610 Sandridge Rd. in Long Beach from 2 p.m. to 3:30 pm. Contact group facilitator Don Cantrell at 642-3787 ext. 226.

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 Aug. 12 is Walt Disney’s “Old Yeller” staring Fess Parker and Dorothy McGuire. 1957. 84 min.

Wednesday Art Groups

PENINSULA – Art Bunch meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum. It is open to anyone; with a $5 fee for attendance. Then the Firehouse Artists meet each Wednesday at the Ocean Park fire hall from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. All are welcome and there is no fee to participate. These groups meet to paint, draw, create and critique in an atmosphere of camaraderie and support.

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.

Future EventsClay artists show

ILWACO – The Peninsula Clay Artists will have a show and sale at the Artisan, 114 SW Main Street in Ilwaco. The show is open from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 13, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Aug. 14 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 15. Seven clay artists will present wheel throwing, hand-building and tile making demonstrations as well as Raku firing. For more information e-mail peninsulaclayartists@gmail.com or Jan at 665-2603.

Cancer Bowl-A-Thon

ILWACO – Hilltop Bowl is hosting an American Cancer Society Relay for Life bowl-a-thon beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13. The cost is just $12 per person for three games and shoe rental. Fifty percent of all funds raised will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Come bowl with friends, family or co-workers. Sign up by calling 642-4440 or e-mail vin@hilltopbowl.net.

Ilwaco Art Walk

ILWACO – From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Aug. 13, Ilwaco is holding a city-wide art walk. More than 15 businesses open their doors and welcome friends, neighbors and visitors with refreshments and art. This event features two great raffles with free gifts. Call 642-2291 for more information.

Photography club

LONG BEACH – The Peninsula Photo Club meets Aug. 13 at 7 p.m., at the Picture Attic, 711 Pacific Avenue North in Long Beach. Come share and learn with others. Call 642-4770 for more information.

Republican Party Picnic

SEAVIEW – On Aug. 15, local Republicans welcome Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna who will speak on “The Origins of the Mortgage and Real Estate Crisis – How Misguided Federal Policies Landed Us in This Mess.” Also joining the event are special guests and the two announced Republicans running for Congress in the 3rd Congressional District. David Castillo, of Olympia, and Jon Russell, of Washougal, will also be speaking about their campaigns. The public is encouraged to arrive early to meet and informally ask questions of the candidates. The event starts at noon, rain or shine at 3715 ‘L’ Place in Seaview. There will be oysters, mixed grill and beverages provided. Attendees are asked to bring a salad or dessert to share, as well as a lawn chair to be comfortable. There is plenty of room, so invite your neighbors and friends. Come have fellowship with likeminded conservatives and join us for an inspirational event. For more information, call Nan at 642-2444 or e-mail pacificgop@gmail.com.

Bake & Book Sale

LONG BEACH – On Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the public is invited to the Chinook Observer office at 205 Bolstad Ave East, Suite 2, in Long Beach for a bake and book sale to benefit the drive for school supplies. Donations of money, baked goods or books are appreciated! Come support our efforts! Call 642-8181 or 800-643-3703 for more information. All proceeds go to purchasing school supplies for children in Pacific County.

Quakers meetings

SEAVIEW – The Lower Columbia Worship Group normally meets the first and third Sundays of each month at 3 p.m. in the fireside room at the Peninsula Church Center at 5000 “N” Place in Seaview for silent, unprogrammed worship to which all are welcome. The next meeting is Aug. 15. For further information call 642-0709 or e-mail LowerColumbiaQuakers@gmail.com.

I.H.S. Reunion

ILWACO – The 17th annual Ilwaco High School alumni reunion is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Ilwaco High School football practice field. Everyone is welcome. The Ilwaco Sports Booster food trailer will be on the premises offering hamburgers, hot dogs, clam chowder, soft drinks and coffee for a fee; or you can bring your own picnic lunch if you prefer. There will be the annual golf classic at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16. Call 642-2828 to reserve your golfing space. If you need information about the reunion call David Aase at 642-3638.

Ice Cream Social

KLIPSAN – The Red Hat Society is sponsoring the ice cream social and birthday celebrations event at Peninsula Senior Activity Center on Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. Come and see your friends and get some information about being a “Red Hat” at this special event. A $1 donation is suggested for a serving of both cake and ice cream. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Volunteers needed

LONG BEACH – Volunteers are needed to assist in the operation of a chili booth at the Kite Festival in Long Beach Aug. 17 through Aug. 23. This is a fundraiser for PACE. Plus food donations are always accepted. Call 642-4300 for more information during the day, or in the evenings call Judy at 665-4722.

Mexican dinner

KLIPSAN – Treat yourself to a great Mexican dinner from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., on Aug. 20, and help raise money for our non-profit Peninsula Senior Activity Center. The dinner is only $7 for adults and $5 for kids. The public is invited to attend and see this wonderful center!

Bazaar

OCEAN PARK – The Ocean Park Eagles lodge is holding a bazaar on Aug. 21 and 22. Tables are just $10 per day. For information call Ingrid Clark at 777-8012.

Apply to attend Camp Victory

PENINSULA – Camp Victory, a program is for girls from Pacific and Gray’s Harbor counties who have been sexually abused, is accepting applications for the four-day recreational camp held in October each year. This camp free of charge, and girls are matched one-on-one with carefully screened, trained adult workers. Adults are needed to assist, are carefully screened and receive 30 to 40 hours of training prior to their actual camp experience on subjects such as sexual abuse and prevention, child development, communication skills and camp activities. In addition Camp Victory greatly benefits from the assistance of “Camp Angels” – men and women who provide help with setup, cleanup and meal preparation throughout the weekend, providing a much needed support team for the entire camp. Call the Camp Victory office at 665-2888 for additional information or leave a message to receive an application to attend camp.