Community Calendar: 7.15.09

Published 5:00 pm Monday, July 13, 2009

Wednesday, July 15Wacky Art Day

OCEAN PARK and NASELLE – On July 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ocean Park Library and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Naselle Timberland Library, all ages are invited to Wacky Art Day. Be creative with a wacky art activity at the library. For more information call 665-4184 or 484-3877.

The Artist’s Brush

OCEAN PARK and NASELLE – On July 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Ocean Park Library and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Naselle Timberland Library, all ages are invited to “The Artist’s Brush.” In Last Leaf Productions’ new play, an artist wishes he could paint everything “perfectly” – just as it really looks. He gets his wish but discovers that most people prefer to see the world as they wish it to be. Based on a Dutch folktale, this event is part of the Timberland Regional Library annual summer reading program, focusing this year on creativity and the arts. For more information call 665-4184 or 484-3877.

Anime, Manga & Kanji

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library presents Anime, Manga and Kanji, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., July 15 for teens. Can’t get enough of Avatar and InuYasha? Visit the library after hours to watch anime, talk about manga and do Japanese calligraphy. Meet other anime fans and browse the library’s collection of manga and anime. The library is normally closed at this time and is open only for this program. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Raymond Timberland Library. This event is part of the Timberland Regional Library annual summer reading program, focusing this year on creativity and the arts. For more information call 942-2408.

Ballroom Dancing

ILWACO – Come learn to dance or brush up on your skills every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at River City School in Ilwaco (across from the post office). The cost is $5 per person per session. You will learn one or two new dances beginning the first week of the month. Come any time and catch up! Call Patty 642-3380.

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 July 15 is “Beau Geste” starring Gary Cooper, Ray Milland and Robert Preston. 1938. 114 min.

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.

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.

ThursdayAnnual hospital picnic

LONG BEACH – Ocean Beach Hospital Diabetes Support Group is holding their annual picnic from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, at the Cranberry Museum, 2907 Pioneer Road. The burgers and tuna will be provided, you bring the side dishes. Free to the public, questions, call 642-6308.

Pork loin dinner

KLIPSAN – The public is invited to come enjoy a pork loin dinner at Peninsula Senior Activity Center from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 16. This is a great meal deal for all ages at $7 for adults and $5 for children. The meal includes mashed potatoes, gravy, a vegetable, slaw salad, beverage and dessert. Call 665-3999 for more information.

Snip, Snap, Snout

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library presents Snip, Snap, Snout, the Tale is Told Out! from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., July 16 for all ages. Let your imagination soar as spellbinding storyteller Christopher Leebrick dramatizes tales of adventure, enchantment and humor. For more information call 942-2408.

Grief support

OCEAN PARK – A Grief Support Group meets the third Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The remaining meeting this month is July 16. 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.

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 free of charge on Thursdays. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Bring the family and come see what treasures our local museum has to offer.

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.

Connection recover support

KLIPSAN – Connection Recover Support Group meets on Thursdays from 4:05 p.m. to 5:35 p.m. at Golden Sands, 21608 “O” Place in Klipsan. Connection is open to anyone with a mental health condition and is a structured, confidential group session. It is led by co-facilitators who are NAMI members going through their own recovery who have completed appropriate training. Come join this dynamic group. For more information call Kat at 665-6305 or Barb at 665-4421.

FridayENCORE picnic

ASTORIA – ENCORE (Exploring Concepts of Retirement Education), an association of retirement-age people who share a love of learning and the desire to meet new friends, will hold their annual picnic on Friday, July 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Astoria Yacht Club, 1555 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. Hot dogs, buns, sauerkraut, relishes, water, juices, and plates and eating utensils will be provided. Encore members are encouraged to bring a salad, dessert, or side dish to share. Also, wear your nametags, and be sure to bring guests interested in our program. For more information, call the Clatsop Community College’s Continuing Education office at 503-338-2408 or 866-252-8767.

Parkinson support

OCEAN PARK – The Parkinson’s disease support group will hold their regular monthly meeting on July 17 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ocean Park Lutheran Church, 24002 “U” Street in Ocean Park. For information, call Patti at 665-3284 or Jerry at 642-2273.

Popcorn & A Movie

RAYMOND – Relax with friends, enjoy popcorn and watch at movie from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., July 17 at Raymond Timberland. Call the library at 942-2408 to learn what’s playing.

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.

MAMAS group

LONG BEACH – A group called “MAMAS” meets every Friday from 11 a.m. to noon at 811 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 16. This is a support group for mothers and includes issues such as breastfeeding, parenting, birthing and nutrition and answer 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.

SaturdaySandSations sand sculpture

LONG BEACH – The 25th Annual SandSations sand sculpture contest is July 17 and July 18 at the Bolstad beach approach. The weekend starts with sand sculpting lessons from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The main contest for novice, family, intermediate or masters skills is July 18. Check-in and plot assignments are from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Because of the tides, construction begins at noon and ends at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5:30 p.m. Also, don’t forget the sand flea pet parade at 2 p.m., and free hot dogs, while they last, provided by the Long Beach Kiwanis. For contest entry information go to www.funfeach.com or call 642-2400.

Stamp Club

OCEAN PARK – The Peninsula Stamp Club meets at 11 a.m., the third Saturday of each month at the Planter Box, 12706 Pacific Way in Long Beach. The next meeting is July 18. Beginners to advanced collectors are welcome. Call John at 642-8732 for more information.

Garage Sale

KLIPSAN – The no-profit Peninsula Senior Activity Center is holding a garage sale will be held on Saturday, July 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help fund center. In addition to all the wonderful items available for sale, you can also purchase hot dogs and root beer floats.

Railroad Days

ILWACO – Celebrate all things trains during Clamshell Railroad Days, July 18 and July 19 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum. Doors open both days at 10 a.m. and the show runs until 4 p.m. There will be train layouts of all sizes, vendors and a kids craft caboose. Saturday there will be a live steam demonstration. For more information call 642-3446.

SummerFest fun

LONG BEACH – SummerFest activities in the city of Long Beach continue with free face painting, horse and wagon rides plus balloon art by Pockets and Friends this weekend, with music by Helen Downs. Come to downtown Long Beach and check out all the family fun.

“Whiskey Puppy”

CAPE D – The Waikiki Beach concert series continues on Saturday, July 18 at 2 p.m. in the amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach. Bring your sunglasses, blanket and relax while enjoying some great music featuring Whiskey Puppy, who play boot-stomping, mule-slapping bluegrass and more. Everyone is welcome to this concert. There is no admittance fee. Call 642-3029 for more information.

SundayQuakers meetings

SEAVIEW – The Lower Columbia Worship Group 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 remaining meeting this month is July 19. For further information call 642-0709 or e-mail LowerColumbiaQuakers@gmail.com.

Vesper services

OYSTERVILLE – July 19 Vesper Services in the historic Oysterville Church at 3 p.m., will be led by Pastor Linda Smith of the Ocean Park Lutheran Church. Music will be provided by the Ocean Park Lutheran Choir under the direction of Bud Runyan, with a special appearance by flutist Hannelori Morgan. Sandra Nielson will be playing the old pump organ. This is a casual, come as you are event and everyone is welcome.

MondayVacation Bible School

ROSBURG – Valley Bible Church in Rosburg is holding vacation bible school from Monday, July 20 through Thursday, July 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. each day. Kids ages three years old to entering sixth grade are welcome. For more information or to sign-up, call Katie Bjornsgard at 484-7275.

LB council

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach City Council meets at 7 p.m., July 20 at city hall located at 115 Bolstad Avenue West. 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.

Sea Creatures & Plants

SOUTH BEND and ILWACO – On July 20 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at South Bend Timberland Library and from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Ilwaco Timberland Library children are invited to a program entitled, ‘Sea Creatures and Plants.’ Learn about creatures and plants of the Washington coast with Steve Harbell of WSU Marine Resources. Discover what they eat and how they live in the intertidal zone. Identify and handle seaweeds, plankton, sea anemones, starfish, crabs and chitons. The library is closed on Mondays and is open only for this program. For more information call 875-5532 or 642-3908.

Lupus & Fibromyalgia

SEASIDE – The Northcoast Lupus and Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on July 20 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the education center at the Seaside Hospital. If you have any questions, please call Sheila at 665-4870 or Carol at 503-325-1100.

Democrats meet

SEAVIEW – The Seaview Democratic Precinct No. 1 meets on Monday, July 20 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Pacific County Transit Building in Seaview. Meetings are the third Monday of the month. Call Pat Donnelly at 642-2130.

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.

Ice Cream Social

KLIPSAN – The Peninsula Senior Activity Center will celebrate their monthly birthdays on Monday, July 20, 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.

Friends of Chinook

CHINOOK – The Friends of Chinook School meet at 7 p.m. July 20 at the Chinook fire hall. The meetings are open to anyone with an interest in the school. Call 777-8211 for more information.

TuesdayArtists meet

OCEAN PARK – Peninsula Arts Association will meet at 6 p.m., on July 21 at The Barn on Bay at 2311 Bay Avenue in Ocean Park. The gathering includes a business meeting with a program following. Dr. Jo Pomeroy Crockett will conduct a program about yupo paper. She is a member of PAA and Trail’s End Art Center in Gearhart. Call 665-4592 for more information.

Rotary Club Meetings

SEAVIEW – The fun-loving Southwest Washington Pacific County Rotary meets weekly for breakfast, fellowship and a half-hour presentation by a guest speaker each Tuesday morning at 7:30 a.m., at the 42nd Street Cafe in Seaview. Club members welcome guests interested in learning more about Rotary, or who would simply like to enjoy the week’s program. Breakfast is $10. Contact Carol Lynn Ockfen for more information at 665-5806 or e-mail her at carollynnockfen@comcast.net.

Library meeting

ILWACO – Friends of the Ilwaco & Ocean Park Timberland Libraries will have their monthly meeting at 4 p.m. on July 21. This month the meeting is at the Ilwaco Community Building at 158 1st Ave N. For more information call 642-3908.

Fall Soccer registration

PENINSULA – The registration deadline for this fall’s youth soccer recreation league has been extended to July 31. Registration forms are available at All Season’s Kids Stuff in Chinook, Ilwaco Pharmacy and Rainbow Childcare in Ocean Park. Registration forms can also be printed at www.penpharmrx.com by clicking on the soccer ball. The fall season is for boys and girls who will be entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Kindergarteners through third graders play soccer games during the week at the field behind the Chinook school. Fourth through eighth grades play their games on Saturdays at the Warrenton soccer complex. Teams will be formed in August and a coach will contact each child/parent to arrange practice schedules by the end of August. If you have questions call Tom Sutherland at 642-4802 or e-mail tsutherland@charter.net.

Wednesday, July 22

Mystery dinner theater

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Lutheran Church at 240th and “U” Street is hosting a mystery dinner theater directed by Bob Lindberg, president of Peninsula Players, starting at 6 p.m. on July 22, 23 and 24. Tickets are available by calling 665-6344 with preferred seating, tables of six are $125 or individual seating is $20 a plate. The theme is: Ilwaco High School class of 1984 has gathered for their reunion. Fortunately Detective Mamet and his trusty assistant Pinter will begin the investigation into the”injury” mystery and hopefully answer everyone’s questions. Space is limited so call 665-6344 early and reserve your tickets.

Classic Movies at Neptune

LONG BEACH – The Neptune Twin Cinemas offers family and classic movies with no charge for admission beginning at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. All ages will be admitted free of charge, subject to capacity. The movie on July 22 is “A River Runs Through It,” starring Brad Pitt and Tom Skerritt. 1992. 124 min.

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.

Painted Prints

NASELLE – From 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., on July 22, all ages are invited to Naselle Timberland Library for Painted Prints. Make prints at the library. You can paint with cardboard, sponges, pipe cleaners and many other things. All materials will be provided. For more information call 484-3877.

Local Artists @ the Library

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Timberland Library presents Local Artists at Your Library, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., July 22 for all ages. Join members of the Peninsula Arts Association to create a make-and-take art project of your own! All materials will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ilwaco and Ocean Park Timberland Libraries. For more information call 665-4184.

LB Lions

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Lions Club meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Anchor Restaurant next to the Chautauqua Lodge in Long Beach. Call 642-8322 for more information.

Photo Club Exposed

PENINSULA – The Peninsula Photo Club is exhibiting original work at two locations during the months of July and August. Visit Time Enough Books at 157 Howerton Way at the Port of Ilwaco or Peninsula Wine Merchants at 509 Pacific Avenue South in Long Beach. This is a chance to support local photographers of all experience levels and find some incredible images at affordable prices. These exhibits are open to all local photographers. Please contact Jean at the Picture Attic for more information, 642-4770.

Future EventsTrashy Treasures & Earth Friendly Art

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library presents Trashy Treasures and Earth Friendly Art from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., July 23 for children. Hey, don’t throw that away! Learn how to turn plain old trash into creative art projects. For more information call 942-2408.

Veterans meeting

LONG BEACH – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3721 in Long Beach holds their monthly membership and business meeting at 7 p.m. July 23 at the Elks Lodge, 110 Pacific Avenue in Long Beach. For information, call 642-1228.

Home & Garden Show

LONG BEACH -Pacific County Master Builders Home and Garden Show will be Friday, July 24 from noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The purpose is to educate and help area residents plan for home and outdoor improvements. Sponsored by Penguin Windows, KAST 1370 AM radio, KCRX 102.3 FM radio and the Chinook Observer, the Pacific County Master Builders Home and Garden Show will be held at the Elks Lodge, 110 North Pacific Way in Long Beach. Vendor spaces and outdoor food booth spaces are still available, as well as tables for non-profit organizations. For more information on participating in the show, contact Rhonda Coleman at 360-534-9684.

Once Upon a Mattress

CHINOOK – A tomboy princess, a pea, 20 mattresses and an evil queen who refuses to find a bride for her princely son! 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” opens Friday, July 24 at the Fort Columbia Theater, and runs 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, and at the door if not sold out. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early! Don’t miss “Once Upon a Mattress” brought to you by PAPA, who recently brought “Fiddler on the Roof” to the Peninsula!

Sam Disney

RAYMOND – From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., on July 25, adults are invited to Raymond Timberland Library for Mystery Night at the Library: What Happened to Sam Disney? Gotham City has a mysterious benefactor. Or they did? Now he’s gone missing and it’s up to you to find him. A donation of $10 per adult, $15 per couple includes the mystery performance, cake and ice cream and some interesting historical facts about the 80-year-old Raymond library at intermission. This fundraising event by the Friends of the Raymond Timberland Library will benefit the library’s building fund. For more information call 942-2408.

LB Rodeo

LONG BEACH – The 64th Annual Long Beach Rodeo and Family Night is coming July 25 and 26 to 6407 Sandridge Road. Start each day with a cowboy breakfast from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. The show starts at 1 p.m., with the finest bulls, cows and bucking horses coming from Gold Buckle Rodeo Company. Plus there will be a beer garden, sponsored by Budweiser, and various vendors on the boards. After the Saturday show, the family fun events start, with events including mutton busting, stick horse races and lots more. Presale tickets are available at the Ilwaco, Long Beach or Ocean Park Peninsula Pharmacy. Admission is $10 for adults and $9 for seniors. Children under five years old get in free, plus there is free parking.

Vacation Bible School

SEAVIEW – Vacation Bible School will be held at the Peninsula Church Center, 5000 “N” Place in Seaview from 9 a.m. until noon, from Monday, July 27 through Friday, July 31. Children four years old through sixth grade are welcome. A donation is asked of $5 per child or $12 for three or more in one family. Scholarships are available. The theme this year is “Crocodile Dock.” Fun with the Vacation Bible School Express is a truck ministry based in western Oregon. A 66-foot long, 16-foot wide trailer equipped with a rock wall, stage and sound system will lead the program. Pastor Bruce Meier will bring great fun and music. All are welcome. Pre-register by calling 642-3115 or register at the door.

Quilting @ the Library

ILWACO – Ilwaco Timberland Library presents Quilting: An Art, on July 27, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. for children. Quilts are a record of progress and achievement and they are also an art form. WSU Extension’s Toni Gwin will demonstrate the art of quilting. Discover the relationship between fabric, pattern, color and design in a quilt and rally around a quilt block hunt. The library is closed on Mondays and is open only for this program. For more information call 642-3908.

Ice Cream & Egg Hunt

NASELLE – On July 29 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., 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 hidden eggs at the library. Sponsored by Okie’s Select and the Friends of the Naselle Timberland Library. For more information call 484-3877.

Ice Cream in a Bag

OCEAN PARK – Ocean Park Timberland Library presents Egg Hunt and Ice Cream Party, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., July 29 for all ages. Join in an egg hunt and make your own ice cream in a bag. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Ilwaco and Ocean Park Timberland Libraries. For more information call 665-4184.

Library Pool Party

RAYMOND – Raymond Timberland Library invites children to Dr. O.R. Nevitt Pool from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 29 for a Library Pool Party. Raymond library is 80! Meet your friends at the Dr. O.R. Nevitt Pool in downtown Raymond for a pool party. All summer reading participants swim free! For more information call 942-2408.

The Musn’ts

RAYMOND – On July 30, children are invited to Raymond Timberland Library for The Musn’ts and their high energy punk rock versions of favorite Shel Silverstein poems. For more information call 942-2408.

Sidewalk book sale

RAYMOND – The Friends of the Raymond Timberland Library will hold their annual sidewalk book sale on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as part of the Willapa Harbor Days Festival. There will be games and chances to win a free book. For more information call 942-2408.

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 from Aug. 3 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.

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.

Ocean Beach School District students, private school and/or home-based students wishing to take or retake the WASL should call Jona Korzinski at 642-1319, no later than Aug. 3.

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.

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.