2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 2017 ArtPort showcases artists Saturday The Daily Astorian The Daily Astorian ILWACO, Wash. — The Art- Port Artist Association hosts an artists’ reception for the Cup of Spring show from 1 to 5 p.m. Sat- urday in the ArtPort Gallery, 177 Howerton Way. The exhibit fea- tures watercolorists Eric Wiegardt and Penny Treat, acrylic painter and encaustic artist Barbara Mal- lon, silversmith Luisa Mack, ceramic artist David Campiche, ceramic and mosaic jewelry artist Renee O’Conner and bronze and glass artist Bill Atwood. Refresh- ments will be served, and the art- ists will be in attendance. The show remains on dis- play through the month of April. The gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. For informa- tion about this and upcoming shows, call 360-642-0522 or go to ArtPort Gallery on Facebook or www.artportgallery.wixsite.com/ artportgallery Art and conversation events coming to Cannon Beach Submitted Photo Watercolor by Eric Wiegardt MORE NOTES Continued from Page 1B Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. Scandinavian Workshop — 10 a.m., First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St. Needlework, hardanger, knitting, crocheting, embroidery and quilting. All are welcome. For information, call 503-325-1364 or 503-325-7960. Mothers of Preschoolers — 10 to 11:30 a.m., Crossroads Com- munity Church, 40618 Old Highway 30, Svensen. MOPS group is a time for moms to relax and enjoy each others’ company. For information, call Tracy Wilson at 727-514-1611. Astoria High School Class of 1970 — 11 a.m., Koffee Klatch at Rod’s Bar and Grill, 45 N.E. Skipanon Drive, Warrenton. For in- formation, call ShawnAnn Hope at 503-791-1231. Clatsop County — 9 to 10:30 a.m., Clatsop County Health and Human Services, 820 Exchange St. Anyone interested in tobacco use preven- tion and education welcome. For information, call Steven Blakesley at 503-325-8500 or Alissa Dorman at 503-325-4321, ext. 5758. Do Nothing Club — 10 a.m. to noon, 24002 U St., Ocean Park, Wash. Men’s group. For informa- tion, call Jack McBride at 360-665- 2721. 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 Lew- is 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. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested do- nation $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For information, call Michelle Lew- is at 503-861-4200. Astoria Lions Club — noon, Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Prospective members welcome. For information, contact Charlene Larsen at 503-325-0590. Columbia Senior Diners — 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. Cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. 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. Warrenton Senior Lunch Pro- gram — noon, Warrenton Commu- nity Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Sug- gested donation of $5 for seniors and $7 for those younger than 60. For information, or to volunteer, call 503-861-3502 Monday or Thursday. Astoria Rotary Club — noon, second floor of the Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Guests always welcome. For information, go to www.AstoriaRotary.org Parkinson’s Support Group — 1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church library, 565 12th St. For informa- tion, call 503-440-1970 or 503-440- 1985. Peninsula Quilt Guild — 1 p.m., Peninsula Church Center, 5000 N Place, Seaview, Wash. Newcomers welcome. Bring non- perishable food donation. For infor- mation, call Janet King at 360-665- 3005. Knochlers Pinochle Group — 1 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Cost is $1 per regular session per person. Players with highest and second highest scores split the prize. Game is designed for play- ers 55 and older, but all ages are welcome. Mahjong for Experienced Players — 1 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. Line Dancing for Seniors — 3 to 4:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. Not for begin- ners. For information, call 503-325- 3231. Seaside Lions Club — 5 p.m., West Lake Restaurant & Lounge, 1480 S. Roosevelt Drive, Seaside. For information, call 503-738-7693. Pacific County (Wash.) Dem- ocrats — 7 p.m., North County Annex, 1216 Robert Bush Drive, South Bend, Washington] For in- formation, go to www.pacificcoun- tydemocrats.com TUESDAY Tobacco Free Coalition of COMMUNITY IN BRIEF Warrenton Alzheimer’s Sup- port Group — 2 to 3:30 p.m., 2002 S.E. Chokeberry Ave., Warren- ton. Support and information about Alzheimer’s disease. For informa- tion, call Grace Bruseth 503-738- 6412. Authentic Spiritual Conversa- tions — 7 to 8:30 p.m., 2021 Marine Drive. Open dialogue about spiritual issues. Group supports participants in sharing their own understanding and putting their spiritual values into practice. All faiths, including “spiri- tual but not religious” welcome. For information, email info@cgifellow- ship.org or call 916-307-9790. WEDNESDAY Warrenton Sunrise Rotary Club — 7 a.m., Dooger’s Seafood & Grill, Youngs Bay Plaza, 103 S. U.S. Highway 101, Warrenton. For information, call 503-325-4030. Angora Hiking Club — 9:30 a.m., Light House Park, 44 N. Main Ave., Warrenton. A level 3-mile path along the Columbia River to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration at Point Adams in Hammond. Walkers should wear sturdy walking shoes and bring adequate water. Membership in club not required to participate. No dogs allowed. Leaders are Jim and Kathleen Hudson. To attend, call 503-861-2802. Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. Help Ending Abusive Rela- tionship 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. Open group for females and those who identify as female, and for anyone in an abusive relation- ship, or who knows someone who is. For information, call Juli Hol at 503-325-3426, ext. 103. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 sug- gested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For informa- tion, call Michelle 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 Lew- is 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. Blood Pressure Checks — noon to 2 p.m., Astoria Senior Cen- ter, 1111 Exchange St. For informa- tion, call 503-325-3231. Warrenton Kiwanis Club — 1 p.m., Doogers Seafood and Grill, 103 U.S. Highway 101, Warrenton. For information, call Darlene War- ren at 503-861-2672. Seaside Rebounders Stroke Support Group — 1 to 2 p.m., Providence Seaside Hospital Ed- ucation Center, 725 S Wahanna Road, Seaside. Stroke survivors, their caregivers and family mem- bers welcome. For information, call 503-717-7781. Mahjong for Experienced Players — 1:15 p.m., Astoria Se- nior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Beginner Line Dancing for Seniors — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Warrenton Business Asso- ciation — 5:30 p.m., commission chambers, Warrenton City Hall, 225 S. Main Ave. For information, call Kristin Talamantez at 503-861-9750. Fat Quarter Quilters — 5:30 to 8 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St. Not limited to quilts. For informa- tion, call 503-325-3300 or 800-298- 3177 or go to http://homespunquilt. com Seaport Masonic Lodge No. 7 — 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. meet- ing, 1572 Franklin Ave. All Masons and their guests are welcome. 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 informa- tion, 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. Survivors Circle — noon to 1 p.m., The Harbor, 1361 Duane St. Trauma Recovery and Empower- ment Model Peer Support Group for survivors of intimate partner and sexual assault. Held in a safe confi- dential place to explore the causes, effects and methods of healing from trauma; emphasis is on empower- ing survivors. For information, con- tact Shannon Symonds at 503-325- 3426 ext. 106. Trivia — 6:30 p.m., Uptown Cafe, 1639 S.E. Ensign Lane, War- renton. Teams of up to four players. Three $2 games, winners take each pot. Rolling jackpot builds from week to week if no one answers jackpot question. For information, call 503-861-5639. 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 Association of University Women weekly low-impact group walk, fol- lowed by coffee and fellowship. For information, call 503-738-7751. Diabetes Self-Management Class — 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Prov- idence Seaside Hospital, Education Center A, 725 S. Wahanna Road, Seaside. Group shares tips and ideas for diabetes management. In- structors include certified diabetes educator and pharmacist. Referral by health care provider required. To register, call 503-717-7301. Lighthouse for Kids Project — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St. Making quilts for children going through sexual abuse assessment. For informa- tion, call 503-325-3300 or 800-298- 3177 or go to http://homespunquilt. com THURSDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, 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 sug- gested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For informa- tion, call Michelle 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 Lew- is 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 Commu- nity Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Sug- gested donation of $5 for seniors and $7 for those younger than 60. For information, or to volunteer, call CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach History Cen- ter & Museum, 1387 S. Spruce St., is holding the opening of a textile exhibit, “Trees,” featuring local artist and quilter Con- stance Waisanen, at 6 p.m. Saturday. The event is also a meet and greet with the artist, who will discuss her techniques and inspiration. All are welcome; wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Waisanen transfers original drawings to freezer paper tem- plates to cut individual pieces, and integrates batik, hand-dyed and painted fabric using Shibori techniques. “Trees” is on dis- play through May. Center Diamond is sponsoring this event. “Where Are You From? Exploring What Makes Us Orego- nians,” a free conversation with Kerani Mitchell, takes place at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum, sponsored by Oregon Humanities’ Conversation Project. As an East Indian adoptee who has spent most of her life in small Oregon towns, the constant questioning of her iden- tity inspired Mitchell to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Interna- tional Studies from Seattle University, where she focused on multicultural and social justice issues. She is a coordinator at the year-round arts and cultural nonprofit Sisters Folk Festi- val Inc., and serves on the Bend International School Board. For information, call the museum at (503) 436-9301 or go to www.cbhistory.org 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 Lew- is 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. Better Breathers Club — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Providence Seaside Hospital, Suite 113 (lower level), 725 S. Wahanna Road. Offered in conjunction with the American Lung Association. Sessions offer support, ways and techniques to cope with COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis and other respiratory issues. Care- givers also welcome. No cost, but registration encouraged by calling 800-562-8964. Community Skate Night — 5 to 9 p.m., Astoria Armory, 1650 Ex- change St. Admission $3. Limited roller skate rentals available for $3; roller blades available. For infor- mation, call 503-791-6064 or go to www.astoriaarmory.com Author series features Easley CANNON BEACH — Warren C. Easley is this month’s author for the Northwest Author Series, which takes place at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hem- lock St. The event is free, and the public is welcome. Easley, a former research scientist and international business executive, is the award-winning author of the Cal Claxton mystery stories. He lives in Oregon, Warren C. Easley where he writes and tutors GED students. The author’s latest book, “Not Dead Enough,” is No. 4 in the Claxton series, which is set in Oregon. The first book was “Matters of Doubt,” which came out in Septem- ber 2013, followed by “Dead Float” the following year, and “Never Look Down” in 2015. The Cannon Beach Book store will have books available for sale and signing. Spaghetti dinner to help mom A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Julie Chapman is being held from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Clatsop Post 12 American Legion, 1132 Exchange St. Chapman, a single mother of two, was recently diagnosed with colon cancer, and the funds will be used to help her, and her family. On the menu are spaghetti, garlic bread and salad. The cost is $10 a plate for adults, or $5 a plate for children age 10 and younger. The event also includes a raffle, silent auction and karaoke. For questions, or to make a contribution, contact Susan Haines or Stephanie Day at 503-440-5645 or Julie Chapman at 503-741-7736, or donate via PayPal at girlsandabucket2@ gmail.com Breakfast with the Easter Bunny WARRENTON — Breakfast with the Easter Bunny is being held from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Warren- ton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St., with all you can eat pancakes, prepared by Pig ’N Pancake, plus sausages, eggs and beverages, including coffee donated by Starbucks. There are also raffles of gift baskets, and children can visit with the Easter Bunny. The cost is $5 for age 12 and older, $3 for ages 6 to 11, and $1 for age 5 and younger. This event is sponsored by the Warrenton Community Cen- ter Advisory Board, and all proceeds will support the Warren- ton Community Center. For information, call 503-861-2233. Meeting focuses on health data SEASIDE — The Columbia Pacific Coordinated Care Organization Community Advisory Council hosts a commu- nity meeting, “Using Data to Understand Community Health Improvement,” from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday at Providence Sea- side Hospital, 725 S. Wahanna Road. The presenter, Ari Wag- ner, a health data analyst, shows how data comes to life in an entertaining and meaningful way. This presentation is open to all interested individuals in Clatsop County. To register, go to http:// bit.ly/2mSQZgH or email lacostebrowns@careoregon.org Volunteers needed for Crab fest Each year, about 250 volunteer shifts are filled at the Asto- ria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce Crab, Seafood and Wine Festival. This year’s event is April 28, 29 and 30 at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds. Go to the festival website, www. AstoriaCrabFest.com, for information about the event, what volunteer positions are available and the volunteer application. Every volunteer gets free admission to the festival as a thank you for donating their time to this event. Sign up to volunteer on the website, or contact Kelsey Bal- ensifer for information at 503-325-6311 or kelsey@oldoregon. com Kilchis River hike teaches about steelhead spawning Saturday TILLAMOOK — The Tillamook Estuaries Partnership will hold a guided ecology hike on Kilchis River Saturday. The hike, led by the partnership and the Tillamook Bay Watershed Council, will help visitors understand how a rain- bow trout becomes a steelhead and provide an opportunity to see the fish swimming and spawning in the wild. The hike is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and starts at the Mapes Creek Landing on Kilchis River Road. Parking is $4 per vehicle, payable by cash or check to Tillamook County Parks Department. Register for the event at http://tinyurl.com/n74ayq8