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2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2016 MORE NOTES Continued from Page 1B 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 Lions Club — noon, Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Pro- spective members welcome. For in- formation, contact Charlene Larsen at 503-325-0590. 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 required. For best it, come for a itting two weeks after giving birth. Sizes subject to availabil- ity. For information, call 503-325-4321. A Course in Miracles — The Asto- ria ACIM study group meets weekly from 3 to 4 p.m. Bring your book. For informa- tion and location, call 916-307-9790 or email moffett@cgiFellowship.org Speak Peace — 4:30 to 5:30- p.m., Astoria Masonic Lodge, 1572 Franklin Ave. Get help with commu- nication challenges and create more harmony and peace at home and at work; combines learning-by-doing with short explanations of the principles behind Nonviolent Communication (NVC). No prior knowledge required. For information, call 916-307-9790. Evergreen Masonic Lodge No. 137 — 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. meeting, 201 N. Holladay Drive, Sea- side. All Masons and their families are welcome. For information, call 503- 717-0808. Authentic Spiritual Conver- sations — 7 to 8:30 p.m., Astoria Masonic Lodge, 1572 Franklin Ave. Exploring spiritual questions, doubts, practices, longings. Topic is: “How Do We Practice Forgiveness?” Group supports participants in sharing their own understanding and putting their spiritual values into practice. All faiths, including “spiritual but not religious” welcome. For information, email info@ cgifellowship.org or call 916-307-9790. WEDNESDAY Warrenton Sunrise Rotary Club Register now for Columbia River Strongman Challenge — 7 a.m., Dooger’s Seafood & Grill, Youngs Bay Plaza, 103 S. U.S. High- way 101, Warrenton. For information, call 503-325-4030. Moms Offering Moms Support Club — 9 a.m., Capt. Gray Port of Play, 785 Alameda Ave. For informa- tion, go to www.momsclubofastoria. org or email president@momsclubo- fastoria.org 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., Angora Hiking Club — 1 p.m., Sixth Street parking lot. Airport Dike hike. For information, call Bob Wester- berg at 503-325-4315. 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. The Daily Astorian Mike and Teale Adel- mann, along with their busi- ness LiftingLarge.com, are hosting the irst annual Columbia River Strong- man Challenge on Aug. 20 at 4025 Abbey Lane. The contest starts at 9:30 a.m.; weigh-ins take place from 8:30 to 9 a.m. The public is welcome. Practice events are from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday and Aug. 13, also at 4025 Abbey Lane. The cost to enter the compe- tition is $40 per athlete; or $50 after Aug. 6. The con- test will be capped at 50 total competitors. The Adelmanns moved to Warrenton and bought the D.K. Warren house a little over a year ago, and saw the need for the local strength (men and women) athletes to showcase their hard training. The couple have a combined total of 49 years of competi- tive power lifting and strong- man experience, and have run over 25 contests in New Mexico. The Astoria Strongman Challenge has two wom- Exchange St. For information, call 503- 325-3231. Mahjong for Experienced Play- ers — 1:15 p.m., Astoria Senior Cen- ter, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Line Dancing for Seniors — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503- 325-3231. Seaside Dementia Support Group — 2 to 3:30 p.m., Necanicum Village, 2500 S. Roosevelt Drive, Sea- side. For families and/or caregivers of dementia patients. All are welcome. To attend, RSVP to 503-738-0900. THURSDAY Submitted Photo Teale and Mike Adelmann en’s and three men’s divi- sions. Along with individ- ual entries, there is also a team division for local gyms to show who has the strongest athletes. The competition consists of four events: the tire lip, farm- 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 rec- ognize red lags. For anyone in an abu- sive relationship, or who knows some- one 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 Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for er’s walk, dead lift for reps and the drag/carry medley. Trophies will be awarded for irst through third place in all divisions. For information and entry forms, go to http://bit. ly/2aviqV3 Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. North Coast Republican Wom- en — 11:30 a.m., Astoria Golf and Country Club, 33445 Sunset Beach Lane, Warrenton. For information, call 503-717-0392 or go to www.clatsop- countyoregon.republican those older than 60 ($3 suggested do- nation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Michelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggested do- nation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Michelle Lewis at 503-861-4200. 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. 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. 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. Blood Pressure Checks — noon to 2 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 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, Shilo Inn, 20 N. Prom, Seaside. For information, go to http://seasiderotary. com Lower Columbia Hospice Be- reavement and Grief Support Group — 2 to 4 p.m., Meeting Room 1, Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Group is open to those who are age 18 or older. For in- formation, call 503-338-6230. Columbia River Meditation Group — 6 to 7:30 p.m., Room 306, Towler Hall, Clatsop Community Col- lege. Class led by ordained Zen priest and is nonreligious. Group practices different meditation styles, focuses on developing a regular meditation prac- tice. All are welcome. For information, email shinei@zendust.org Jam Session — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. Open to the public. For information, call 503-325-3231. 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 Exchange St. Admission $3. Limited roller skate rentals available for $3; roller blades available. For information, call 503- 791-6064 or go to www.astoriaarmory. com Bingo — 7 p.m., Wickiup Senior Center, 92650 Svensen Market Road. For information call Mark Tischer at 503-458-6482. Congratulations! N orth C oast C hristian H igh S chool Submitted Photos New Astoria Lions Club officers and directors are installed by past District Gov. Bob Hoover during a ceremony June 28. Lions install oficers, donate time and money to community The Daily Astorian On June 28, the Astoria Lions Club installed its ofi- cers for the 2016-2017 iscal year. Charlene Larsen is pres- ident, irst vice president is Lavina Jones, second vice pres- ident is Nancy Lockett, secre- tary is Lenard Hansen, treasurer is Norm Davis, lion tamer is Ron Larsen, tail twister is Russ Thompson, and the directors are Carl Abraham, Gene Mellot and Donna Thompson. The club also presented a Helen Keller Humanitarian award to Steve Forester, editor/ publisher of The Daily Astorian, for the paper’s strong support of the Astoria Lions Club since 1944 by donating excess news- print, over runs and paper. Over the past 16 years the club has processed and sold the news- print for $140,000, which has accounted for a bit over half of the funds the club has invested in the community during this same 16-year period. The Astoria Lions Club has donated $109,400 for hearing exams, hearing aids, eye exams and glasses; $67,900 to the Ore- gon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation; $20,500 for vari- ous local youth program activ- ities; $15,700 for the Christ- mas food basket activities; and $37,200 for other miscellaneous activities. In addition to contribu- tions of money, the club has Where you send your child to school could be the most important decision you will ever make for them! Grade Completing When Tested Senior Class Average Junior Class Average Sophomore Class Average Freshman Class Average Grade Equivalent Score Iowa Achievement Test 13+ 13+ 13+ 13+ Explanation: Congratulations Tom Gill, left, of the Astoria Lions Club, presents the Helen Keller Humanitarian award to Steve Forester, editor/pub- lisher of The Daily Astorian. done student eye screening at the Knappa, Astoria and War- renton school districts. Another project is the annual Flags for First Graders, where each stu- dent is given a brief history of the American lag and miniature lag of their own. Lions Club members have donated hours of cooking time for the American Cancer Soci- ety’s annual Cancer Walk for Life and Lower Columbia Hos- pice, and provided tents and cooking equipment for other charitable causes. Through the years members have contributed hours in other programs such as Start Making a Reader Today (SMART), adopting a highway section for clean-up, provid- ing assistance and materials for building a wheelchair ramp for a blind person, adopting Ninth Street Park as an ongoing com- munity clean-up project, provid- ing equipment and working with nursing students from Clatsop Community College doing med- ical screening in Seaside for the annual Homeless Connect proj- ect, assisting at the fairgrounds each Christmas loading food boxes for distribution, and con- tributing time and effort on ield trips in various countries to get recycled glasses to in rural areas. The Lions welcome dona- tions of old glasses. Most optometrists’ ofices have a Lions Club collection box. The Astoria Lions Club holds a luncheon meeting at noon each Tuesday on the sec- ond loor of the Astoria Elks Club, 453 11th St. Those inter- ested in joining are welcome to call a club representative before- hand at 503-325-0590 to ensure there is enough for lunch. to the Teachers, Tutors & Students! • Dana Holt • Elizabeth Marxer • Becca Macomb • Brooke Muller • Raelee Erland • Kirsten Salmi • Nathanial Pringle • Faith Smith • Eli Petersen • Heidi Erland • Selah Bryce • Alex DeJesus • Mark Taubert • Forrest Bigelow A Grade Equivalent score of 9.1 would mean that the student scored a well as an average 9th grader (freshman) who took the test in his 1st month. The score of 13+, which is the highest score given, means the student did better than an average freshman in college. All four classes averaged 13+ on this year’s test. North Coast Christian High School is Nationally Accredited with AP courses so your student can get a head start on their college education. Each year North Coast Christian School takes struggling students and turns them into winners and each year North Coast Christian School takes exceptional students and helps them move ahead at their own pace. In the 2015-2016 school year, three of our students moved ahead two full grades. If you feel your child needs something better than a one-size- fi ts-all education, you need to check out North Coast Christian School. Call North Coast Christian School today and fi nd out how aff ordable a world class education could be for your child. K-12 TH G RADE Generous scholarships available. 503.861.3333 | www.nccs.us
