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2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2017 Paintings to benefi t Wildlife Center RELIGION BRIEFS Pacific Unitarian Universalist The Pacifi c Unitarian Uni- versalist Fellowship holds a service at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St. Rev. Kit Ket- cham’s topic is about hospi- tality, “Come On Up to the House.” Religious educa- tion for the children is avail- able following the “Moment with the Children” near the beginning of the service. The monthly potluck follows the service at the Masonic Tem- ple, 1572 Franklin Ave., which is handicapped acces- sible. The public is welcome to attend the service and the potluck. Submitted Photo Artist Reba Owen holds her annual fundraiser and Hal- loween Show of watercolor paintings from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Romancing the Home, 3350 U.S. Highway 101 in Gearhart, during the Gearhart Art Walk. One of her paintings is shown. All proceeds from sales of her work during the show go to the Wildlife Center of the North Coast. Religious Society of Friends ILWACO, Wash. — The Lower Columbia Quak- ers, also known as the Reli- gious Society of Friends, meets at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Ilwaco Community Cen- ter, 158 First Ave. N. All are welcome to visit and partici- pate. For information, go to https://lowercolumbiaquak- ers.org Time to register for next Miss Clatsop County program The Daily Astorian Young women ages 13 to 24 who are interested in becoming the next Miss Clatsop County, Miss North Coast, Miss Clatsop Coun- ty’s Outstanding Teen or Miss North Coast’s Out- standing Teen are asked to go to the “Miss Clatsop County Scholarship Program” Face- book page, or www.missclat- sopcounty.org, to download application, or call 503- 717-3501 and leave their name and telephone num- ber. Among other require- ments, contestants must reside, attend school or work in Clatsop, Tillamook or Columbia county. There is no entry fee. The program is a non- profi t corporation estab- lished solely to provide con- testants with the opportunity to enhance their professional and education goals with the assistance of monetary grants and awards, and is an offi cial preliminary competition for the Miss Oregon Scholar- ship Program, a part of the Miss America Organization, a scholarship provider for women. The Miss Clatsop compe- tition is scheduled for Feb. 3 at the Seaside Convention Center. Teen and Miss con- testants are judged in inter- view, talent, physical fi tness, evening wear and on-stage question. The deadline to enter is Dec. 1. Winners move on to the Miss Ore- gon pageant in June, with the possibility of moving to the national competitions. There is also a Princess program, featuring mentor- ing for young ladies ages 6 to 12, with an emphasis on citizenship, leadership and volunteerism. A $50 partic- ipation fee is requested. At a random drawing, one girl becomes the offi cial princess for the Miss Clatsop County Scholarship Program for the year, and is sponsored at the Miss Oregon pageant, with a possibility to move on to Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Program in Orlando, Florida. The Miss Clatsop County Scholarship Program is run solely by volunteers, and is seeking individuals inter- ested in starting a program in Tillamook and Columbia counties. For information, contact Sandy Newman at 503-717-3501. Crossroads Community SVENSEN — Cross- roads Community Church, a Friends Fellowship, at 40618 Old Highway 30, is holding a Free Family Film Friday at 6:45 p.m. Friday. Come enjoy a fi lm and fellowship. This event is always held the second Friday of the month. All are welcome. For infor- mation, call Shawn Leonard, pastor, at 503-949-5033. On Sunday, Oct. 8, 1967, Astorians gathered to observe the dedication of the new Astor Library & Veterans Memorial. The Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., marks the 50th anniversary of the original dedication with a free pub- lic event from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday . Mayor Arline LaMear speaks at the celebration, which includes historical displays, activities for chil- dren and cake. Guests have the opportunity to tour the library basement, which houses materials encom- passing over 100 years of local history. The event also kicks off the Astoria Library Foundation’s campaign to raise $3.5 million for the renovation of the library. For information about library programs and ser- vices, call 503-325-7323 or email comments@astoriali- brary.org n i t y Fe U f o t 0 t h B ir t h d a y s le i Events Ce L a aha ’u OCTOBER 18 · 7 PM MOVIE/PUBLIC TALK (DR. STEVEN PHELPS) FIRESIDE ON WORLD CIVILIZATION OCTOBER 15 · 4 PM OCTOBER 19 · 7 PM INTERFAITH MEETING (DR. STEVEN PHELPS) FIRESIDE ON MUSIC AND FAITH OCTOBER 16 · 7 PM BIRTH OF THE BAB (ANNIVERSARY) OCTOBER 17 · 7 PM SPIRITUAL DEVOTIONS RE: BAHA’U’LLAH OCTOBER 18 · 1 PM SPIRITUAL DEVOTIONS First Lutheran On Sunday, worship ser- vices with Holy Communion at First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St., are held at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Rev. Steve Keinberger, the new pastor, offi ciating. There is a coffee hour after each service. The art work in the Friendship Room this month is presented by Rev. John Wecker, and is in honor of the Reformation’s 500th anniversary. His works were inspired by Martin Luther’s teachings and life experi- ences, as explained in writ- ing by each painting. Sea Scouts meet at 5:30 St. Mary, Star of the Sea St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1465 Grand Ave., holds a Fatima Prayer Service and Potluck at 7 p.m. Oct. 13. Coast Pregnancy Clinic holds a benefi t dinner and comedy night Oct. 14 at The Loft at the Red Build- ing, 20 Basin St. A reception and exhibit are at 5:45 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:15 p.m. The speaker is Mike G. Williams. All are welcome. RSVP via email to info@ coastpregnancyclinic.org or call 503-325-9111. Saint Luke Productions presents “Tolton: From Slave to Priest,” a 90-minute about the life and accomplishments of Augustine Tolton, the nation’s fi rst African Ameri- can priest. The movie is suit- able for middle school age children and older. For infor- mation about showings and locations, go to www.stluke- productions.com Peace Lutheran On Oct. 15, the wor- ship time at Peace Lutheran Church, 565 12th St., changes to 10:30 a.m., fol- Grace Episcopal On Sunday morning at 10 a.m., Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., tolls its bells in mourning for the victims of the shooting in Las Vegas. All animals and their companions are invited to the annual Blessing of Ani- mals at Grace Episcopal at 2 p.m. Sunday. Critters of all shapes, sizes and charac- ter are welcome, including stuffed animals. Blessings are offered for both pets and their companions, including cases where the “owner” is present, but has determined it best not to bring their pet due to health or anxiety of the pet in group settings. The monthly Second Sun- day Soup-Supper meal will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday in the Parish Hall, free of charge. Those willing to help should come at 3 p.m. to set up or 5 p.m. to help clean up. Grace Church offers a Taizé Prayer & Song service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, with the theme of peace. The service consists of simple repeated chants, periods of silence, prayers individual and com- munal, and the lighting of candles. All are welcome. For information, call the church at 503-325-4691 or go to www.graceastoria.org Bethany Free Lutheran Bethany Free Lutheran Church, 451 34th St., is showing the movie “Luther” at 6 p.m. Sunday as part of Bethany’s month-long cel- ebration of the 500th anni- versary of the start of the Protestant Reformation. The movie tells the story of Martin Luther. The public is invited to the free show- ing. For information, call 503-325-2925. ti OCTOBER 15 · 12 PM FIRESIDE ON PROGRESSIVE REVELATION A Celebration of Spirit, sponsored by Common Ground Interspiritual Fel- lowship, meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the Wesley Room at the Asto- ria First United Methodist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. Use the 11ths Street build- ing entrance. This morning gathering is not defi ned by any particular belief system, and is intended for the “spir- itual but not religious,” as well as those who draw from more than one faith tradition. For information, go to http:// cgifellowship.org First Baptist First Baptist Church of Astoria, 349 Seventh St., is holding its annual basement sale from noon to 6 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Items for sale include furniture, clothes, kitchen items, books, mov- ies and more. For informa- tion, call the church offi ce at 503-325-1761. lowed by fellowship in the social room. For informa- tion, call the church offi ce at 503-325-3871. ’ll br of B Common Ground Interspiritual p.m. Monday, and Hope House Parenting Class is at 6 p.m. On Tuesday, TOPS meets at 5:30 p.m., and Pure Life Alliance is at 5:45 p.m. The Senior Choir rehearsal is at 7 p.m. Wednes- day, and includes the special music for the 500th anniver- sary of the Reformation. l va ah e 20 h h t g ti n g Protestant Reformation anni- versary celebration. The event begins with a worship service at 2 p.m. with Bishop David Bau- er-Rieke presiding. An offer- ing designated for Hope House in Astoria is being taken during the service. At 3:20 p.m. there is a breakout session about music and art of the Reformation. Family and children activities begin at 3:40 p.m., and dinner is at 5 p.m. The cost for din- ner is $10 per person or $25 per family, and reservations are required. Sign-up sheets for the dinner are available at local Lutheran churches. First Lutheran All area Lutheran churches are joining together to celebrate the anniversary of the Protestant Reforma- tion, ignited 500 years ago by Martin Luther. A kick-off event, a concert by organist Paul Tegels, is held at 4 p.m. Saturday at First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St. The public is welcome. There is no cost, but a free-will offer- ing will be taken. A native of The Nether- lands, Tegels is an associ- ate professor of music, and serves as University Organ- ist at Pacific Lutheran Uni- versity in Tacoma, Wash- ington. He has performed extensively in solo and ensemble concerts in the U.S. Europe, Japan and New Zealand. Tegels received his doc- tor of musical arts degree in organ performance and peda- gogy, and his master’s degree in choral conducting, from the University of Iowa. He has received other degrees, as well, and is the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship from the Netherlands-Amer- ica Commission for Educa- tional Exchange. A community “Reforma- tion 500” event being held Nov. 4 at Peace Lutheran Church, 565 12th St., is the conclusion to a monthlong Celebrate Astoria Library’s 50th anniversary on Sunday The Daily Astorian Submitted Photo Organist Paul Tegels performs at First Lutheran Church Saturday. OCTOBER 20 · 6 PM OCTOBER 21 · 6 PM BIRTH OF BAHA’U’LLAH (ANNIVERSARY) MOVIE “BAHA’U’LLAH LIGHT OF UNITY” PUBLIC TALK: ACHIEVING PEACE (CHAD JONES) OCTOBER 22 · 11 AM PUBLIC TALK (CHAD JONES) FOR INFORMATION ON LOCATIONS AND HOSTS FIND US AT: FACEBOOK: fb.me/LightUnityClatsopCo TWITTER: @lightunityclat OR CALL LESLIE JORDAN @ 503-440-0807 ORGAN CONCERT Saturday, October 7 First Lutheran Church, 725 3 performed by Paul Tegels of Pacific Lutheran University A free-will offering will be taken. 4:00 pm et, Astoria
