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2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2017 Astoria school staff recognized for ‘A Tradition of Excellence’ COMMUNITY IN BRIEF The Daily Astorian The Daily Astorian Nearly 150 Astoria School District staff, as well as friends and families filled the Hamp- ton Inn meeting room May 18 for the annual “A Tradition of Excellence” Awards. The event, sponsored by the Asto- ria School Foundation, rec- ognized individuals for their accomplishments in and out of the classroom. Staff members recognized for 10 or more consecutive years in the district include Clint Blacker, Beth Frausto, Glen Fromwiller, Tiffany Golden, Cindy Sapp, Steph- anie Sparks, Ryker Thorn- ton, Michelle Gardner and Gretchen Gaydos. Staff members recognized for 20 or more consecutive years in the district are Lisa Rygg, Dan Foss and Chris Hunt. The Classified/Support Staff Member of the Year award was presented to Carla Oja for her excellent work per- formance, school and com- munity involvement, leader- ship and her commitment to the district. She has worked DAR retires American flags in June; new officers installed Submitted Photo LEFT: Astoria High School senior Elizabeth Roe, left, with Mickey Cereghino, an AHS art teacher who received Astoria School District awards for being the Certified Staff Mem- ber of the Year and the 2017 Teacher of the Year. RIGHT: Chad Rankin, a certified athletic trainer, received the Astoria School District’s Community Recognition Award. for the ASD for over 24 years, and has also served as a swim coach for Astoria High School for 17 years. Mickey Cereghino, an art teacher at AHS, received the Certified Staff Member of the Year award for inspiring, moti- vating, encouraging and help- ing students excel in school. AHS senior Elizabeth Roe also presented the 2017 Teacher of the Year award to Cereghino. The ASD Collaboration Team Award was presented to the teaching staff of the Asto- ria Middle School Science program, Stanette Klatt, Keira Benson and Katy Rininger, for demonstrating outstanding teamwork, exemplary work performance, and improving student learning through their collaborative work. The Community Recog- nition Award was given to Chad Rankin, a certified ath- letic trainer whose services are provided to the school district by Columbia Memorial Hos- pital. One of his most import- ant responsibilities is the care and treatment of athletic inju- ries. He is present for summer camps, and will rearrange his schedule at a moment’s notice if needed to visit with a coach or student-athlete. Baked Alaska prepared the desserts, and Van Dusen Bev- erages provided Aquafina for the event. The Astoria Chapter Daughters of the American Revolu- tion holds a retirement ceremony for American flags at 1 p.m. June 14 at the Fort Stevens State Historical Site. American flags in need of retirement may be turned in to any member or at City Lumber in Astoria. The installation of new officers was held May 17. The new officers are Regent Laurene Church, Vice Regent Deb Qui- mby, Chaplain Marge Stevens, Treasurer Barbara Canessa, Secretary Anne Murry, Registrar Sue Glen, Historian Evelyn Laughman and Librarian Robin Rhodes. Women interested in joining the Daughters of the Amer- ican Revolution may call Sue Glen at 503-861-0574 for an application or information. Workplace communication workplace seminar set June 7 The Lower Columbia Human Resources Management Association presents “Effective Workplace Communication: Promoting Success Through a Culture of Trust and Belief,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 7 at the Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St. Anyone with an interest in the topic is welcome to attend. The cost, including lunch, is $20 for Society for Human Resource Management members, $25 for nonmembers, and $15 for students. Register online at www.lchrma.org. Cancel- lations must be made no later than 5 p.m. June 5 for a full refund. MORE NOTES For information, call 503-325-3231. Continued from Page 1B 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. 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 a.m., Sixth Street parking lot. Arcadia/ Arch Cape hike. For information, call John Markham at 503-436- 2310. 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. Sit & Stitch — 1 to 3 p.m., Homespun Quilts & Yarn, 108 10th St. Bring knitting, crochet or other needlework projects along to this community stitching time. All skill levels welcome. 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. Top spelling contest winners move up to state competition The Daily Astorian Top spellers from Clat- sop County, after winning in their respective schools, competed May 15 at the Northwest Regional Edu- cation Service District in Astoria for the oppor- tunity to go to the Ore- gon State Fair on Sept. 2 for the statewide spelling championship. Division I (grades 1-5) participants were: Aurora Hepner and Aubrey Wil- liams, Warrenton Grade School; Ash Baldwin and Dominik Kuller, Hilda Lahti Elementary School; Nicholas Boyovich and Rogelio Ruiz Buckman, Lewis and Clark Ele- mentary School; Hyrum Shakespear and Jordan Lyly, Gearhart Elementary School; and Isaac Hale, Seaside Heights Elemen- THURSDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For infor- mation, call 503-325-3231. North Coast Republican Women — 11:30 a.m., Astoria Golf and Country Club, 33445 Sun- set Beach Lane, Warrenton. For information, call 503-738-8695 or go to http://tinyurl.com/CCRepubli- can Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggest- ed donation), $6.75 for those young- er 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 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 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 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 tary School. The winners are: First place, Nicholas Boyovich; second place, Hyrum Shakespear, and third place, Rogelio Ruiz Buckman. Participants in Division II (grades 6-8) included: Kaden Gremar, Hilda Lahti School; Marlie Annat and Tatum LaPlante, Warren- ton Grade School; and Riley Wunderlich and Jarred White, Broadway Middle School. The winners are: First place, Kaden Gremar; sec- ond place, Jarred White; and third place, Marlie Annat. First-place winners for the county will com- pete statewide. District and county contests are uni- form throughout the state, with word lists prepared by Oregon Spellers. trauma; emphasis is on empowering survivors. For information, contact Shannon Symonds at 503-325- 3426 ext. 106. 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. 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. Lower Columbia Danish Soci- ety — 7 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St. This meeting is devot- ed to preparation for the 50th Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival, June 16-18, where the group serves pickled herring, Danish frikadeller and aebleskiver. To become in- volved, there are two-hour shifts available. The public is welcome. Being or speaking Danish not re- quired, only need an interest in Dan- ish heritage, culture, and traditions. For questions, call 503-325-2612. 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. 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. 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 Bingo — 7 p.m., Wickiup Se- nior Center, 92650 Svensen Market Road. For information call Mark Tischer at 503-458-6482. OTHER Astoria Music Festival — Vol- unteers needed for 15th Anniversa- ry Summer 2017 Celebration June 11 through June 25, two weeks of opera and symphonic and chamber music. Many opportunities avail- able, all with flexible hours and com- mitments, from assisting to leading. For information, email office@asto- riamusicfestival.org Alzheimer’s and dementia care free seminar offered June 7 A free event, “Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care: What works?” is being presented from 12:30 to 4:40 p.m. June 7 at the Holiday Inn Express, 204 W. Marine Drive. Snacks and beverages are provided. The schedule is as follows: 12:30 to 1 p.m.: Registration. 1 to 3 p.m.: “What to do When Nothing Works,” presented by Joyce Beedle, an Alzheimer’s disease care consultant. Bee- dle has 30-plus years of hands-on personal and professional experience, and is an author and the president of the Alzhei- mer’s Consulting Services in Portland. 3 to 4 p.m.: “Legal Considerations,” including power of attorney, being a guardian or conservator, and estates, presented by Michael Pijanswski, an attorney at the Oregon Law Center. 4 to 4:30 p.m.: Community resource review. To attend, RSVP to Michelle Lewis of Northwest Senior and Disability Services at 503-861-4202. Seaside Rotary Club dedicates Peace Pole in Goodman Park SEASIDE — The Seaside Rotary Club dedicates its Peace Pole in a commemorative ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Sunday in Goodman Park, coinciding with the Rotary district convention being held in Seaside. Speakers are Seaside Mayor Jay Barber and Rotary mem- ber Bob Moberg, a Chinook descendant, who talks about peace from the perspective of the native tribes from this area. This ceremony marks the close of the District 5100 confer- ence in Seaside. A Peace Pole is a handcrafted monument that displays the message and prayer “May Peace Prevail on Earth” on each of its sides. There are tens of thousands of Peace Poles in 180 countries all over the world, dedicated as monuments to peace. For questions or information, contact Veronica Russell at 503-739-0280. State parks free camping night is offered in Oregon on June 3 Oregon Parks and Recreation Department offers free camping to celebrate State Parks Day the night of June 3 in all RV hookup sites, tent sites and horse camps. Fort Stevens State Park also offers free fishing from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cof- fenbury Lake. Reserve online at www.oregonstateparks.org or by calling 800-452-5687. Phone reservations must be made by 5 p.m. June 2. The campsite rental is free, but there is an $8 non-re- fundable transaction fee. Day-use parking is free June 3 and 4 at the 26 parks that charge a day-use fee. Thank you to our 50’s Cruise Reunion Car Show Sponsors we couldn’t have done it without your support! – from the Lower Columbia Classic Car Club Action Sign Works - Astoria Affordable Towing – Knappa A.F. Dick Machine - Knappa American Century Trophies-Ocean Park American Family Insurance - Astoria Andi Warren Insurance / Farmers - Warrenton Astoria Ford - Astoria Auto Zone - Warrenton Beach Baron Car Club - Ocean Park Camp Rilea - Warrenton City Lumber - Astoria Classic Bodywerks & Towing - Astoria Clatsop Power & Equipment - Astoria Clatsop Truck & Equip. Repair - Warrenton CruZin’ Magazine - Freeland, WA. Columbia Motor Parts & Hardware - Knappa Dan’s Classic Auto Parts - Portland Darlene Webster Deals Only—Astoria Del’s OK Point S tire - Astoria Ernie & Judy Atkinson Fred Meyer—Warrenton Gearheads—Portland Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Marysville Gresham Ford—Gresham Jim Varner’s Automotive - Astoria Jim & Katie Scarborough K Manufacturing - Astoria L & D Race Tec - Warrenton Lum’s Auto Center - Warrenton Mark’s Auto Service - Seaside McCall Tires / Les Schwab - Warrenton Meiner Detailing - Astoria Mini Mart - Astoria/Warrenton Neil Baeten Auto Body - Astoria North Coast Auto Service - Astoria North Coast Truck - Astoria Nu-Way Carpet - Astoria Nygaard Logging - Warrenton Ocean Crest Chevrolet - Warrenton Old Car Parts - Portland Oliver Yackley O’Reilly Auto Parts - Warrenton Pioneer Market - Long Beach Polk Riley Printing—Astoria Rod’s Auto Marine Electric - Warrenton Ron’s Front end & Brake Service - Portland Seaside Muffler & Off Road - Seaside Sowins Real Estate & Property Mgmt. - Warrenton Springer’s Garage - Astoria Steve & Judy Jordan Sunset Auto Parts / NAPA - Astoria Sunset Auto Parts / NAPA - Warrenton Tackle Time Bait Shop & Charter - Warrenton Teevin Bros. Land & Timber - Knappa Vinson Bros. Construction - Svenson Warrenton Auto & Marine Repair - Warrenton West Coast Artisans—Astoria Wilcox & Flegel Oil Co. - Astoria Woody’s Wabbits - Knappa
