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2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2017 CMH reaches goal for cancer center COMMUNITY IN BRIEF The Daily Astorian The Daily Astorian Columbia Memorial Hospi- tal Foundation’s largest fund- raising campaign has raised $3 million to support the CMH-Oregon Health and Sci- ence University Knight Cancer Center. The campaign was launched in May 2015 with an announcement of a collabora- tion by CMH and the Knight Cancer Institute at OHSU to build a new comprehen- sive cancer treatment center and specialty clinic in Asto- ria. The campaign leadership included Erik Thorsen, Mike Autio and Jeffrey Leinassar, and was chaired by Willis Van Dusen. More than 700 donors (including CMH board mem- bers, leadership, physicians and caregivers) contributed to the effort. The new cancer center will make the latest in medical and radiation treatment avail- AAUW shows film Tuesday The Association of American University Women (AAUW) of Astoria invites the public to view the film “Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Flag Room of the Asto- ria Library, 450 10th St. The program is led by Ane McIntyre, Northwest District AAUW director, with a discussion follow- ing the film. Filmed in 10 Asian and African countries, “Half the Sky” tells the stories of women who have been physically abused and oppressed, and how they find solutions and become empowered. It is based on the book by husband and wife team Nick Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, Pulitzer Prize winners and The New York Times journalists. Light refreshments will be served. For information contact Sara Meyer at 503-325-7969. Submitted Photo A gift from Lum’s Auto Center helps push the Columbia Memorial Hospital — Oregon Health and Science University Knight Cancer Center to completion. Pictured, from left, CMH CEO Erik Thorsen, Pam Lum, Julie Lum, Lori Lum-Toyooka, CMH Foundation Board Chairman Michael Autio, and CMH Board of Trustees President Heather Seppa. able locally to patients fight- ing cancer, and will expand CMH’s existing chemotherapy treatment services by bringing much-needed radiation therapy services to the North Coast. Construction on a new 18,000 square foot facility is underway on the CMH cam- pus, and is expected to begin serving cancer patients starting in the fall. Warrenton’s Flores-Borup is Student of the Month The Daily Astorian WARRENTON — Brenna Flores-Borup, a Warrenton High School senior, has been selected for the Warrenton Rotary Club’s December Stu- dent of the Month award. The program honors accomplished local high school students, cho- sen by the school administra- tion, who make a difference in their school and/or community. After graduation, Flores- Borup will pursue complet- ing a nursing program that she begins this winter at Clatsop Community College. She has been involved in student coun- cil and sports at WHS, and was an Astoria Regatta princess in 2016. Each student of the month receives a printed award along with gift certificates from area businesses who also want to acknowledge noteworthy stu- dent achievements, includ- ing Warrenton Fultano’s Pizza, GB Jewelers, Warrenton Mini Mart, Sweet Scoops, Lucky Locks, Arnie’s Café, Starbucks and Sandi Kelly. For information, go to the Warrenton Rotary Club Face- book page. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Ave- nue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Michelle Lewis at 503- 861-4200. Columbia Senior Diners — 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. The cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. Astoria Lions Club — noon, Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Prospective members welcome. For information, contact Charlene Larsen at 503-325-0590. Astoria Kiwanis Club — noon, El Tapatio, 229 W. Marine Drive. For information, call Frank Spence at 503-325-2365 or Susan Brooks at 503-791-3026. Astoria-Warrenton Duplicate Bridge Club — 12:30 to 4 p.m., As- toria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. Anyone may play if they have a partner; to request a bridge partner, call 503-325-0029. Bras2Moms Fitting — 1 to 3 p.m., Columbia Memorial Hospital Birthing Center, 2111 Exchange St. Bras2Moms provides free nursing bras and/or tanks to mothers, so women do not become discouraged with, or stop breastfeeding because they cannot afford a nursing bra. A $5 donation is requested, but not re- quired. For best fit, come for a fitting two weeks after giving birth. Sizes subject to availability. For information, call 503-325-4321. — 6:45 to 9 p.m., Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St. New members welcome. For information, call 503- 791-5681 or 503-338-8403. WEDNESDAY Warrenton Sunrise Rotary Club — 7 a.m., Dooger’s Seafood & Grill, Youngs Bay Plaza, 103 S. U.S. High- way 101, Warrenton. For information, call 503-325-4030. Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Help Ending Abusive Relation- ship Tendencies — 10 to 11:30 a.m., The Harbor, 1361 Duane St. HEART covers subjects related to the effects of domestic violence on children, parents and other family members, dynamics of power and control, and how to recognize red flags. For any- one in an abusive relationship, or who knows someone who is. Call Juli Hol to reserve a spot at 503-325-3426, ext. 103. Open Sewing Gathering — 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St. For information, call 503-325-3300 or 800-298-3177 or go to http://homespunquilt.com Astoria Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution — 11 a.m., Astoria Golf and Country Club, 33445 Sunset Beach Road, Warrenton. Pro- gram on the DAR Chapter in Guam, presented by Melody Blaz. Members and women interested in membership call Sandra Fuller at 503-325-2419 or Sue Glen at 503-861-0574 for infor- mation or reservations. Warrenton Caregiver Sup- port Group — 1:30 to 3 p.m., 2002 S.E. Chokeberry Ave., Warrenton. Support, information and resources for caregivers. For information, call Grace Bruseth at 503-738-6412. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Mi- chelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. Lower Columbia Hospice Be- reavement Support Group — 4:30 to 6 p.m., Columbia Memorial Hospi- tal Community Center, Chinook Con- ference Room, 2021 Marine Drive. Open to age 18 or older. For informa- tion, call 503-338-6230. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested do- nation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For information, call Michelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. North Coast Chapter, ABATE of Oregon — 5:30 p.m., Astoria Moose Lodge, 420 17th Street. All are wel- come. For information, call 503-791- 7253. Columbia Senior Diners — 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. The cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. Peninsula Arts Association — 6 p.m., PAA Office, Long Beach Depot Building, Third Street N. and Pacific Highway, Long Beach, Wash. All are welcome. For information, call 360- 665-6041 or go to http://beachartist. org North Coast Chorale Practice Blood Pressure Checks — noon to 2 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. North Coast Multiple Sclerosis Care and Share Help Group — noon, Clatsop Retirement Village, 947 Olney Ave. For information, call 503- 325-7898. ILWACO, Wash. — The Washington State Parks and Rec- reation Commission has announced that Sunday and Monday are the next state parks free days when visitors are not required to display the Discover Pass for day visits at state parks. The free days are to honor the birthday of Martin Luther King. The Discover Pass is still required to access lands man- aged by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Department of Natural Resources on these days, and the free days do not apply to Sno-Parks. For information about Discover Passes, go to www.discov- erpass.wa.gov New coalition focuses on unity Submitted Photo Brenna Flores-Borup, right, was chosen as the Warrenton Rotary Club student of the month for December. She is pictured with club president Birch Kelly. MORE NOTES Continued from Page 1B Washington Parks are free Sunday and Monday Cannon Beach Garden Club — noon, Tolovana Hall, 3779 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach. Visitors are wel- come. To reserve a seat, call Pam Chater at 503-436-2331 and leave a message or email pamchater@msn. com Sit and Stitch Group — 1 to 3 p.m., Custom Threads, 1282 Com- mercial St. Knitting, crocheting and needle work. For information, call 503- 325-7780. Mahjong for Experienced Players — 1:15 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For infor- mation, call 503-325-3231. Beginner Line Dancing for Se- niors — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For infor- mation, call 503-325-3231. Northwest Tea Party — 6:30 p.m., Uptown Café, 1639 S.E. Ensign Lane, Warrenton. For information, call 503-325-7220. WomenHeart of North Oregon Coast — 6:30 p.m., Columbia Me- morial Hospital Health and Wellness Pavilion, third floor conference room, 2165 Exchange St. Peer support group for women living with, or at risk of heart disease. For information, email Michele Abrahams at WH-Nort- hOregonCoast@womenheart.org Seaside Elks Lodge No. 1748 — 7:30 p.m., 324 Avenue A, Seaside. For information, call 503-738-6651 or email seasideelks@yahoo.com Maple Chapter No. 95, Order of the Eastern Star — 7:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge Hall, 201 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside. For information, call 503-717-0808. THURSDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Mi- chelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested do- nation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For information, call Michelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. Columbia Senior Diners — 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. The cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. Warrenton Senior Lunch Pro- gram — noon, Warrenton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Suggested donation of $5 for seniors and $7 for those younger than 60. For informa- tion, or to volunteer, call 503-861-3502 Monday or Thursday. Seaside Rotary Club — noon, Best Western Ocean View Resort, 414 N. Prom, Seaside. Lunch costs $15. All are welcome. For information, go to http://seasiderotary.com Astoria-Warrenton Duplicate Bridge Club — 12:30 to 4 p.m., As- toria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. Anyone may play if they have a partner; to request a bridge partner, call 503-325-0029. Jam Session — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Ex- change St. Open to the public. For information, call 503-325-3231. Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fort Stevens Post 10580 — 7 p.m., War- renton Christian Church, 1376 Anchor St., Warrenton. For information, call Mel Jasmin at 503-861-2030. Lower Columbia Classic Car Club — 7 p.m., Steve Jordan’s shop building, 35232 Helligso Lane. New members welcome. For information or directions, call Steve Jordan at 503- 325-1807. Rainland Fly Casters — 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church Annex, 11th Street and Harrison Avenue. For information, call Tom Scoggins at 503- 325-6358, or Walt Weber at 360-777- 8295, or go to www.rainlandflycasters. com FRIDAY AAUW Walking Group — 9:30 a.m. Seaside Branch of American As- sociation of University Women weekly low-impact group walk, followed by coffee and fellowship. For information, call 503-738-7751. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For information, call Michelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. Columbia Senior Diners — 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. The cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. Community Skate Night — 5 to 9 p.m., Astoria Armory, 1650 Ex- change St. Admission $3. Limited roll- er skate rentals available for $3; roller blades available. For information, call 503-791-6064 or go to www.astoriaar- mory.com Bingo — 7 p.m., Wickiup Senior Center, 92650 Svensen Market Road. For information call Mark Tischer at 503-458-6482. NEHALEM — The newly established organization, the Oregon Coast Love Coalition (OCLC) is holding events Sat- urday through Monday to celebrate Martin Luther King’s message of love, hope and unity. On Saturday at 7 p.m., join the conversation with Helen Hill, author of “A Brief History of Fear and Intolerance in Tillamook County” at the Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. A $5 donation is suggested. Fol- lowing a short reading, there is an interactive discussion and sharing of stories. A community discussion and healing circle, hosted by Gin- ger and Brigham Edwards and the North Fork 53 Retreat Cen- ter, takes place at 4 p.m. Sunday at 77282 Oregon Highway 53 in Nehalem. On Monday, OCLC is hosting a Unity Breakfast at 10 a.m. at the Nehalem Bay United Methodist Church, 36050 10th St. A $10 donation is suggested. Breakfast is followed by a Unity Walk. For information, contact LaNicia Williams at 425-243- 3765 or coastalsoulnw@gmail.com Bus heads to Roe v. Wade Rally Oregon Right to Life is hosting an Roe v. Wade Rally and Walk from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Oregon Con- vention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland. Ryan Bomberger, founder of The Radiance Foun- dation, is the keynote speaker. After his presentation, those interested will take a 30-minute walk around the Conven- tion Center. A mini-bus donated by Sundial Travel will leave at 11:30 a.m. Sunday from the Columbia Memorial Hospital staff security parking lot on 20th Street. There are 12 seats avail- able, and a $10 fee will cover a sack lunch and snacks. Those interested in joining the group can call coordinator Kathleen Hudson at 503 861-2802. The return is at approximately 7 p.m. For information, contact Right to Life at www.ortl.org or call 503 463-8563. RELIGION BRIEFS Society of Friends SEAVIEW, Wash. — The Lower Columbia Wor- ship Group of the Society of Friends (Quaker) meets at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Pen- insula Church Center Fire- side Room (south build- ing), 5000 N Place. This is a “silent” (unprogrammed) worship group. All are wel- come to visit and partici- pate. For information, call 503-895-7474. Cannon Beach Community CANNON BEACH — Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 E. Washington St., holds an Evensong ser- vice at 6 p.m. the first and third Sunday of the month. All are welcome. Evensong features Wes Warhmund (guitar, flute and clarinet) and meditative songs, Psalms, readings, can- dlelight and time for quiet reflection. For information, call the church at 503-436-1222. Interfaith Partnership SEASIDE — The South County Interfaith Partner- ship meets at 8:30 a.m. Tues- day at the Pig ’N Pancake, 323 Broadway, to foster bet- ter understanding among faith practitioners and to nur- ture one another in spirit. All faiths are welcome. For infor- mation, call Ann Souvenir at 503-738-0200. St. Mary, Star of the Sea The Catholic Daughters of America annual Baby Shower will be held Sunday follow- ing the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Masses in the at St. Mary, Star of the Sea School auditorium, 1411 Grand Ave. Newborn layettes are given to Colum- bia Memorial and Providence Seaside hospitals for mothers and babies in need. Donations of baby items or money to buy more items are accepted. For information, call the church at 503-325- 3671. Pacific Unitarian Universalist The Pacific Unitarian Uni- versalist Fellowship is hold- ing a service at 11 a.m. Sun- day at the Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St. Seth Tichenor will give a presenta- tion, “The Meaning of Resis- tance in Dark Times.” Tichenor has pursued advanced degrees in philos- ophy from the University of Hawaii, Manoa, and in the- ology from Boston Univer- sity. He has been teaching at the college level for 19 years, and is a co-founder of Philosofarian. Following the service, there is a potluck lunch on the second floor of the Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. For information, call 503- 325-5225 or go to www.pac- uuf.org Bethany Free Lutheran Bethany Free Lutheran Church, 451 34th St., is hold- ing a pie social at 6 p.m. Sun- day at 6 p.m. Craig Johnson, the pastor, is showing pictures and sharing about a recent trip to visit mission work the church is involved with in Brazil. All are welcome. During the evening an offering is being received for the congregation’s youth group to help with the expenses to attend the Free Lutheran Youth national con- vention in Estes Park, Colo- rado, July 3 to 8. For informa- tion, call 503-325-2925.