Community Calendar: 5.13.09

Published 5:00 pm Monday, May 11, 2009

Wednesday, May 13Kindergarten registration

LONG BEACH – Parents of kids who will be entering Long Beach Elementary School’s kindergarten program this next year are encouraged to attend a kindergarten orientation beginning at 5:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 13. The orientation gives parents and guardians a chance to gather information, meet teachers, tour the school, go on a scavenger hunt, explore kindergarten classrooms and begin the registration process. Call 642-3242 for more information.

McTakeover

RAYMOND – On Wednesday, May 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Raymond High School Relay For Life team is doing a McTakeover at the Raymond McDonalds. McDonalds is donating a share of each purchase to the relay team. Please come in to enjoy good food and good company and support the Relay For Life of Willapa Bay.

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. Anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. If you have questions or need additional information, call 665-2598.

Al-Anon/Alateen

SEAVIEW – Al-Anon family groups meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 4603 Pacific Highway in Seaview. These non-smoking meetings are open to all. Call 642-2902 for more information.

Boat launch closed

CAPE D – The boat launch at Cape Disappointment State Park is closed through June 30, during construction of a comfort station. Contact the park office at 642-3078 for more information.

ThursdayMarine Resources meeting

SEAVIEW – Pacific County Exploratory Marine Resources Committee meets from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., on May 14 at the Seaview Transit building. The purpose of this committee is to “harness the dedication, creativity and wisdom of county residents to compliment ongoing efforts to restore and manage coastal marine resources.” Suggested topics for discussion include some of the following: ocean acidification, wave amplification, dredging and disposal/ocean dumping, invasive species control and restrictions of pest control, regulations that threaten local businesses, beach erosion and many more. For information call the Pacific County Conservation District at 875-9424.

Photography club

LONG BEACH – The photography club meets May 14 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.

Free Thursdays

ILWACO – Thanks to the generous support of the Ilwaco Merchants, 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., Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Bring the family and come see what treasures our local museum has to offer.

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.

Line dancing

LONG BEACH – Everyone is welcome to come to the Elks Lodge in Long Beach for line dancing each Thursday. Beginners are at 5:30 p.m. and intermediate at 6:30 p.m., and are just $3 per class. Line dancing is great fun – come check it out. Call Linda at 360-783-2389 if you need more information.

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.

Art around town

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital is hosting artists Theodore Diebold and Rick Houston during May and June. Come see some of the incredible photography of these two members of the Peninsula Arts Association.

FridayBook sale

NASELLE – The Friends of the Naselle Timberland Library is having a book sale on Friday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Naselle Lutheran Church at 308 Knappton Road. Members only can shop from 10 a.m. to noon. (Memberships may be purchased at the door.) The book sale is then open to everyone from noon to 4 p.m. The sale continues on May 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and May 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stock up on some great reads. Proceeds benefit the Naselle Timberland Library. For more information call 484-3877.

“Harvey”

RAYMOND – Don’t miss it! “Harvey” by Mary Chase, the spring production of the Willapa Players, will be performed on Friday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. at the Hannan Playhouse on Eighth Street in Raymond. Lisa Mullen and Assistant Director Heidi Stonebraker direct the Willapa Players’ current version. Tickets are $8 and are available at South Bend Pharmacy, Everyone’s Video and More in Raymond and at the door, if available, one-half hour before performance.

Living w/Chronic conditions

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital continues its workshop series on ‘Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions’ from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., on Fridays, through June 12 in the hospital conference rooms. There is no charge to attend this course that is ideal for people with heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and other chronic illnesses. Topics include techniques for dealing with pain, frustration, fatigue, isolation, depression and much more. For more information or to register call Denise Ross, R.N., at 642-6308 or Gloria VanDeHey at 642-6314.

Amnesty from traffic fines

PACIFIC COUNTY – South District Court for Pacific County is offering a “collection amnesty program” throughout the month of May. Designed to help those with outstanding traffic tickets and fines, the court and their collection agency have agreed to waive interest and a 40 percent of collection costs. For those paying by credit card an additional $25 will be added to the balance owed. The court is offering the 30-day program through May 31. Those with outstanding tickets or fines should contact the court directly by calling 642-9417 x 2517.

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.

AARP Driving class

KLIPSAN BEACH – There will be a driver-safety class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center. The mature driver class consists of two four-hour sessions on two separate days and covers a wide range of driving situations. There are no tests. The cost is $14 for the class, with AARP members receiving a $2 discount with proof of membership. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Call Gloria Farley at 665-6419 to register.

MAMAS group

LONG BEACH – A group called “MAMAS” meets every Friday from 11 a.m. to noon at 811 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 16 in the midwifery office between THC Organic Market and LB Coffee Roasters. This is a support group for mothers on the Long Beach Peninsula and surrounding areas. Just some of the mothering issues that will be discussed include breastfeeding, parenting, birthing and nutrition and answers to questions pregnant women or new mothers may have. There is no charge to participate and children are always welcome. Contact Tamy at 509-220-9915 or 642-2033.

Language of Love

ILWACO – The North Coast Chorale is hosting a concert of love songs and dance music on May 15 through 17. At 7 p.m. on Friday, May 15, they will perform at the Ilwaco Hilltop Auditorium, conducted by Dr. Denise Reed-Hinds. Then on Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m., they will perform at the Clatsop Community College Performing Arts Center at 16th and Franklin in Astoria. Tickets are just $10 for adults. Children 12 and under are admitted free if accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available at Okie’s Sentry in Ocean Park, Sid’s IGA Market in Seaview, Ilwaco Market in Ilwaco and at the Astoria-Warrenton Chamber of Commerce.

SaturdayPlayback theatre

SEAVIEW – On Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m., stage lights in the open-beamed ceiling of the living room in Seaview’s historic Sou’wester Lodge will once again shine down upon The Heartsparkle Players in an evening of chamber theatre. Performing ‘Stories of Rites of Passage,’ the ensemble is utilizing the playback theatre technique. Members of the audience tell moments from their lives and watch the performers recreate that moment with movements, music and dialogue. While the topic for this evening is “Stories of Rites of Passage” if members of the audience have other things in mind, the topic may very well change, reflecting the unique personality of the audience attending that evening. Admission is by donation. Complimentary light refreshments will be provided. Because a packed house is anticipated and because space is limited, advanced reservations are advised. For information and reservations, call Sou’wester Lodge at 642-2542.

Connection Group

SEAVIEW – NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group meets every Saturday from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the north end of the Peninsula Church Center in Seaview. Local residents facilitate this structured, confidential recovery group open to anyone who has lived with a psychiatric disorder. For information or a ride, call 665-6305 or 665-4421.

Improv Night

ILWACO – Peninsula Players will be featuring another “Improv Night” at the Second Story Playhouse at 108 Spruce Street in Ilwaco, on Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m. This fun-filled evening is free and open to the public.

Museum exhibit extended

ILWACO – The Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum is pleased to announce the extension of the exhibition, “We Are Still Here,” featuring the artwork of Charles I. Funk, Chinook elder. The exhibition will remain open through June 7. In addition, the Ilwaco High School art students will be displaying their artwork at the museum May 16 through June 2. Call 642-3446 for more information.

Saturday Market

ILWACO – The Saturday Market at the Port of Ilwaco is open every Saturday through Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For highlights and more information go to www.portofilwaco.org/saturdaymarket.html or call 360-783-1143.

Orthopaedic care

ASTORIA – The Clatsop County Shrine Club is looking for children ages birth to 18 years old who need free orthopaedic health care. A screening clinic is set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Columbia Memorial Hospital on May 16. The hospital is able to treat orthpaedic conditions such as scoliosis, neuromuscular disorders, hand and back problems, limb length discrepancy, congenital hip problem, cerebral palsy, burn scars, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and more. For information on the clinic call Ken Rislow at 503-325-5754.

Chili Feed & Auction

OLNEY – The Clatsop County 4-H Leaders Association is hosting a chili feed, quilt raffle, silent and blind auction, beginning at 6 p.m., on Saturday, May 16 at the Olney Grange. Chili dinner with cornbread, fruit cocktail and beverage will be available for $7 or $5 for a smaller portion. The silent auction runs from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with the quilt raffle drawing at 7:30 p.m. The blind auction begins at 7:35 p.m. Blind auction items will be wrapped with a clue on the outside, the unknown items will be auctioned orally; auction items include a load of gravel, salmon filets, plants and more! Oral auction of larger items will follow. Proceeds are used to fund educational events, camp scholarships and leader training throughout the year. The public is invited to attend. To donate an item, please contact the Clatsop County Extension Office at 503-325-8573.

Great White Tail Run

SKAMOKAWA – Saturday, May 16 marks the 25th annual Great White Tail Run held in Skamokawa on the Julia Butler Hansen National Wildlife Refuge. It provides runners and walkers a chance to compete on a 10k, 5k or two-mile course along the Columbia River. Recognition will be given for overall male and female winners in each distance with ribbons for the top three finishers in each age division. The run begins at 10 a.m., with day of registration to start at 8:30 a.m., at Skamokawa Vista Park. Dogs are welcome to participate along with their owner, adhering to official dog rules. This is a fundraiser for the Wahkiakum County 4-H Program. Thrivent will be providing matching funds for up to $850. For further information, call 360-465-2275 or 360-795-3278.

Trash or Treasures Sale

NASELLE – Naselle Congregational Church of Christ Martha Circle will hold their annual Trash or Treasures Sale from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the church social rooms on Saturday, May 16 at 14 Parpala Road in Naselle. The sale will include bake sale, plants, crafts, greeting cards and treasures waiting for a new home. Lunch of bean soup, taco soup, crackers, dessert and beverage will be served for a $6 donation.

Surf Perch derby

LONG BEACH – The 9th Annual Surf Perch Derby is Saturday, May 16, with the registration booth open from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at the Bolstad beach approach. All fishermen must check in before going fishing and must have a fishing license as required by Washington state. Registration is $30 per person and includes an all you can eat pancake breakfast with ham, scrambled eggs, cranberry juice, coffee and milk, hosted by the Kiwanis. Winners are based on the total weight of the catch for individuals or three-person teams. Weigh-in is between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. The breakfast is open to the public for just $7 per person. If you have questions, call Al at 642-8322.

SundayQuilts and History

ROSBURG – “Piecing Together Quilts and History” is the theme for the seventh annual Friendship Circle Spring Tea given by women of the Grays River United Methodist Church at the Rosburg Community Hall on Sunday, May 17. The hall is located on highway SR 4 West in Rosburg. The doors will open at 11:30 a.m., for the public to view a display of quilts made or owned by local women and their friends. Local 4-H members will serve lunch at 12:30 p.m., with the program to follow. Donna Gatens-Klint and photographer Audrey Wirkkala will present an historical slide show, and Donna’s book Naselle-Grays River Valley will be for sale. A minimum donation of $5 at the door is suggested. Raffle prizes will also be on display and tickets for sale nearby. Everyone is welcome to this community event. For more information, call 360-465-2740 or 360-484-7749.

Singing Revolution

NASELLE – “The Singing Revolution,” a 2008 film depicting Estonia’s struggle for independence from the Soviet Union, will be shown at the Naselle High School Commons on Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. This uplifting production, appropriate for middle schoolers and older, runs 96 minutes. There is no admission charge. Sponsored by the Finnish American Folk Festival, the film is another special event in the FinnAm Jam series. For further information, contact Anita Raistakka at 484-3376. This is a must for folk music lovers and those who believe culture should never be neglected financially or otherwise.

Summer camp

PENINSULA – Do you want to go to summer camp? Reach Out Ministries may be able to help with camp fees. They will pay up to $200 per child. This program is available for students in first through 12th grade. Pick up scholarship applications at the school, or call Pat Smith at 665-6632. Don’t delay; get your child’s application in today. Reach Out Ministries is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth on the Peninsula. Tax-deductible monetary donations are appreciated. Send them to: ReachOut Ministries, P.O. Box 59, Long Beach, WA 98631.

MondayLupus & Fibromyalgia

SEASIDE – The Northcoast Lupus and Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on May 18 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the education center at the Seaside Hospital. The guest speaker is Dr. Garrett Marshall from the Sports, Occupational, Rehabilitation and Medicine Clinic with news on medication, research and treatments that may help. If you have any questions, please call Sheila at 665-4870 or Carol at 503-325-1100.

Cemetery vases available

PENINSULA – Replacement cemetery vases are in. Please call Lee Crowley at 642-2891 to purchase and pickup.

SandSations T-shirts

LONG BEACH – The SandSations Committee is on the hunt for SandSations T-shirts from the past 25 years. Do you have any SandSations shirts that are still in good condition and you’re willing to part with? If so, bring your T-shirt donations to Long Beach City Hall at 115 Bolstad Avenue West in Long Beach. Once all 25 shirts are collected they will be sewn into a quilt for next year’s event. The committee is also looking for volunteers to help with SandSations. For more information, contact Ragan Andrew at Long Beach City Hall or 642-4421.

Ice Cream Social

KLIPSAN – The Peninsula Senior Activity Center will celebrate their monthly birthdays on Monday, May 18, beginning at 2 p.m. You do not have to be a member of the Senior Center to come to the socials. Children are welcome. If it is your birthday month, there is no charge for your cake and ice cream; otherwise it is just $1. Plus there is sugar-free ice cream and angel food cake available.

World Longest Garage Sale

PENINSULA – The World’s Longest Garage Sale event runs Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25. You can hold your sale any or all of those dates. Place your classified ad before 10 a.m. on Monday, May 18 to ensure great attendance. Ads with up to 20 words are only $10, and for an additional $2 we will place your ad on our online garage sale map. Call Marlene at 642-8181 before 10 a.m. on Monday, May 18 to get your ad in the May 20 edition.

TuesdayAlpha Theta meeting

NASELLE – Alpha Theta No. 3711, ESA will hold their monthly meeting at the Naselle Timberland library at 5:30 p.m., on May 19. If you have questions call 484-3844.

Osteoporosis Prevention

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital Health and Wellness Committee is sponsoring a free brown bagger educational event on Tuesday, May 19 at noon and 12:30 p.m., in the second floor educational conference room. Karla Reinhart, ARNP, will be presenting Osteoporosis Prevention. These two half-hour sessions will give valuable information as well as an introduction to the hospital’s new bone densitometer. Further information call Deanna Duret at 642-6340.

Alzheimer support

RAYMOND – A free information and support group for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 324 Jackson St. in Raymond, on the first Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and on the third Tuesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The next meeting is May 19. 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. Contact group facilitator Laurie Johnson at 360-942-2603.

Do Nothing Club

OCEAN PARK -The Do Nothing Club is a men’s group that meets on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at 24002 “U” Street in Ocean Park. You can play cribbage, shoot pool or sit around and just grouse if you want. Meet and make some new friends. For more information, call Jack McBride at 665-2721 or Jim Wirth at 665-2420.

PAA meeting

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Arts Association meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 at “The Barn on Bay” at 2311 Bay Avenue in Ocean Park. After a short business meeting, PAA card artist Judy Cox will give a presentation about the art of iris folding, a fun paper-folding technique that can be used to make greeting cards, on scrapbook pages or designs to be framed and hung on a wall. A demonstration as well as audience participation is planned. The public is welcome. Call 665-4592 for information.

Wednesday, May 20

Fair Queen candidates wanted

PACIFIC COUNTY – Pacific County Fair is looking for candidates for the 2009 Fair Queen Contest. All interested girls, high school and home-schooled, are encouraged to participate. The deadline to apply is May 20. For more information please contact Ava Robinson 360-942-5450 or Leslie Goodin 360-942-9208.

Empty Bowls Fundraiser

ILWACO – Ilwaco Middle School’s Highly Capable Students’ Empty Bowls Fundraiser is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 20 at Ilwaco Community Building at the PACE dining room, 158 1st Avenue North. Students are creating ceramic bowls, which will be used in the local Empty Bowls Project to bring awareness to hunger in our area. This is a fundraiser for P.A.C.E Senior Nutrition Program. The $10 entrance gets you a handmade bowl. In that bowl will be soup made by a local chef and bread made by a local baker. Please come and join us and support our students and senior citizens.

Daughters of American Revolution

ASTORIA – Astoria Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution meet at 11:30 a.m., on May 20 at the Astoria Golf and Country Club. Kathleen Zimmer will present a program on her recent travels and new members will be inducted. Women interested in membership may call Sue Glen at 503-861-0574. Those planning to attend may call Pat Wendt at 503-325-2216. The chapter will begin collecting U.S. flags needing retirement for their annual flag retirement ceremony to be held on June 14 at 1 p.m. at the Fort Stevens Historical Park. Flags may be given to any member or dropped off at sites to be announced later this month.

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.

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 Firehouse 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.

Future EventsDiabetes support

ILWACO – Ocean Beach Hospital’s Diabetes Education Department presents, “Wii Can Get Fit Together” from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., on Thursday May 21. Deanna Duret RD and Denise Ross RN, will host the gathering in the second floor meeting rooms at Ocean Beach Hospital in Ilwaco. The meetings are free to public. For more information, call 642-6308.

Memorial Weekend Book Sale

OCEAN PARK – The Friends of Ilwaco-Ocean Park Libraries will hold their semi-annual book sale from May 21 through May 24 at Ocean Park Library. Hours are Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for members only; books will be double the regular price but you get first chance. You can join at the door. Hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine! Come stock up for the summer and help your local libraries.

Master Gardeners meet

ASTORIA – The Clatsop County Master Gardeners are hosting Gretchen Taylor of Kellogg Supply Inc., who will present on “Feed the soil … not the plants” at their brown bag luncheon meeting at noon on May 21 at the Astoria Aquatic Center. (The business meeting starts at 11 a.m.) Taylor has spent more than 25 years working in the lawn and garden industry. She has a working knowledge of garden products, gardening techniques and consumer gardening trends and in 2004 was recognized by the Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association as “Tradesman of the Year.”

Community dinner

KLIPSAN – The Senior Center is holding a fundraising dinner open to the community on May 21 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It will be a meatloaf dinner with all the extras. The cost for this great meal is just $7 for adults and $5 for children and includes mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, green salad, dessert and beverage. The public is encouraged to attend.

New museum director

ASTORIA – From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 22, the Columbia River Maritime Museum is hosting a reception for their new executive director Dr. Sam Johnson. The public is encouraged to come meet this thoughtful, engaging, humorous, down-to-earth and energized man. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served in the Kern Room.

Garage & bake sale

ILWACO – Pacific Bible Church at 501 North Highway 101, opposite Black Lake in Ilwaco, is holding a garage and bake sale on Friday, May 22 and Saturday, May 23. Doors open at 9 a.m. and they promise “something for everybody.”

Yard Sale items wanted

KLIPSAN – Golden Sands Assisted Living is now collecting items for their annual yard sale, to be held on May 23. Drop off items between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. weekdays. Please ask for Pam Fox or call her at 665-0190 for information.

SummerFest begins

LONG BEACH – The city of Long Beach hosts horse and wagon rides, face painting, kids games, clowns and more each weekend beginning Saturday, May 23 through Labor Day weekend. Come to town and have some fun.

Holiday Closures

PENINSULA – All banks, credit unions, post office branches, school, city, county and state offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. The Chinook Observer will be closed that day as well and will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, May 26.

Memorial Day Observances

PENINSULA – On Monday, May 25, the American Legion and Auxiliary Don R. Grable Post and Unit No. 48 will observe Memorial Day. Observances will begin with raisings of the American Flag at Oysterville Cemetery at 8:45 a.m., Ocean Park Cemetery at 9:15 a.m. and Lone Fir Cemetery at 10 a.m. At 11 a.m., the main program at the Ilwaco Cemetery will be held, followed by a program at the Black Lake Memorial in Ilwaco. Lunch will be served at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco after the Black Lake Memorial observance is concluded. The main dish and dessert will be provided, and salads to share are welcome. For further information, call Post Commander Dick Wallace at 642-4188.

Circus in town

LONG BEACH – The Culpepper Merriwether Circus is coming on May 25. Hosted by the Lions Club, the circus will be set up just south of the Bolstad approach in a lot on the dunes. This should be a delightful activity for families, with two performances, one at 2 p.m. and a second at 4:30 p.m. For more information go to the Web site www.cmcircus.com, or call 642-8322.

Road closure

PACIFIC COUNTY – There will be a temporary closure of Sandridge Road at MP 2.40, north of Sid Snyder Drive and south of 65th Street beginning at 7 a.m., on Tuesday, May 26, and continuing through 5 p.m., on Friday, May 29. Pacific County will be replacing existing cross culverts. Additional information regarding this temporary road closure can be obtained by calling 642-9368.

Writers’ Critique

LONG BEACH – Coastal Writers’ Critique meets May 26 at 10 a.m. at the Long Beach Coffee Roasters in the First Place Mall, 811 Pacific Avenue South. For more information call 642-4932. Meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Town hall meeting

ILWACO – The WellSpring Community Network is sponsoring a town hall meeting on Thursday, May 28 entitled, “Growing a Great Place to Live” that will focus on what our young people need to succeed. National speaker and author Clay Roberts will discuss developmental assets that help build strong communities, including family support, adult role models, youth programs, creative activities, self-esteem, caring neighborhoods and much more. The event, held at Hilltop Auditorium, is free of charge and includes dinner from 5:15 p.m. to 6 p.m., with the town hall gathering from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Anyone with an interest in youth is encouraged to attend.

Wood products workshop

OAKVILLE – On Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., NW Certified Forestry will host a one-day workshop on small-scale custom sawmilling and wood-drying at the Wild Thyme Farm in Oakville. This workshop will provide useful information for a wide audience, including small woodland owners, small mill operators, wood manufacturers and others. For more information log onto www.nnrg.org/news-events/events, or contact Kirk Hanson at 360-316-9317 or kirk@nnrg.org.

Sturgeon Derby, BBQ & car show

SKAMOKAWA – The Derby Dollars for Scholars event is May 30 at the Wahkiakum County Fairgrounds in Skamokawa and begins with a fishing derby and continues with a salmon and chicken barbecue dinner at the fairgrounds. Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the day for an array of outstanding prize packages. The sturgeon derby weigh-in starts at 1:30 p.m. and only one sturgeon is allowed per participant. Bank and boat fishermen are welcome. The Rod and Reels Run is open to vehicles dating from 1897 through 2009. There will be many trophies and raffle prizes awarded. Proceeds from these events provide scholarship monies for students at Wahkiakum and Naselle-Grays River Valley schools. For more information call Diane at 360-849-4257.

Baccalaureate services

SEAVIEW – Baccalaureate services for the graduating members of Ilwaco High School, the alternative school and home schoolers is set for 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 31 at the Peninsula Church Center, 5000 “N” Place in Seaview. All seniors, their parents and friends are invited. The Peninsula Christian Council, a cooperative groups of area churches, sponsors the service. Pastor David George will deliver the address and members of the senior class will participate in the service. A reception in the social hall will follow the service. If you have questions call 642-2021.

New library hours

PACIFIC COUNTY – As of June 1, Timberland Libraries in Pacific County will be open the following hours. Ilwaco: Tuesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ocean Park: Tuesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Naselle: Tuesday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. South Bend: Tuesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raymond: Tuesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Improvement Association meeting

OCEAN PARK – On Tuesday, June 2 at 6 p.m, at the Ocean Park fire hall, the North Peninsula Improvement Association (NPIA) will hold their annual meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to elect a board of directors and officers. Members must have their annual dues of $10 paid up-to-date in or