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2B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2018 Coast Guard auxiliary offers boater education class The Daily Astorian The U.S. Coast Guard Aux- iliary Flotilla 62, in partnership with the Oregon State Marine Board, teaches a mandatory boater education class lead- ing to a boater education card from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 24 in the second floor conference room at Englund Marine & Industrial Supply, 95 Hamburg Ave. Class registration starts at 7:45 a.m. There is no cost for the class, which includes the class manual. The course covers practi- cal boating safety information and local boating rules and regulations, as well as tips and techniques for making boat- ing more enjoyable. There is also a section on cold-water RELIGION BRIEFS Pacific Unitarian Universalist The Pacific Unitarian Universalist Fel- lowship holds a service at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St. Monica Van Steenberg talks about the spring equinox. After the service, Dave Ambrose leads a discussion, “Trips I Have Taken.” For information, call 503-325-5225, email pacuuf@gmail.com or go to pacuuf. org survival. Students who com- plete the course can apply for a boater education card, which is required by Oregon and Washington. All Oregon boaters 12 and older must carry their boater education card when operat- ing power boats greater than 10 horsepower. Youth 12 to 15 must have a card to oper- ate a boat under 10 horse- power and be supervised by a card-holding adult when oper- ating power boats greater than 10 horsepower. The National Associa- tion of State Boating Law Administrators approves this course, which is taught by qualified instructors. To pre- register, call Dave Phillips at 503-440-9130. Religious Society of Friends ILWACO, Wash. — The Lower Columbia Quakers, also known as the Religious Society of Friends, meets at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Ilwaco Community Center, 158 First Ave. N. All are wel- come to visit and participate. For infor- mation, go to lowercolumbiaquakers.org Common Ground Interspiritual 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 11th Street building entrance. This morning gathering is not defined by any particular belief system, and is intended for the “spiritual but not religious,” as well as those who draw from more than one faith tradition. For informa- tion, go to cgifellowship.org, email info@ cgifellowship.org or call 916-307-9790. ‘Crucial Accountability’ workshop set for college The Daily Astorian Lower Columbia Human Resource Management Asso- ciation presents, “Crucial Accountability,” with instruc- tor Greg Sammis of Vital Smarts, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 25 and 26 at Clatsop Community College, Colum- bia Hall, Room 219. The two-day course teaches a step-by-step process for enhancing accountability, improving performance, and ensuring execution. By learn- ing how to talk about vio- lated expectations in a way that solves problems, while improving relationships, those attending can improve individ- ual, team and organizational effectiveness. The cost is $450. Register online at lchrma.org; registra- tion closes March 25. Community HU sing SEASIDE — A Seaside Community Eckankar HU Sing takes place at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway. Regardless of one’s beliefs or religion, anyone can sing HU (pronounced hue), an ancient name for God; it is for the spiritual upliftment of those who come, and is not directed to any other purpose. For information, call Seann Valen at 503-717- 5485, email axcess49@gmail.com or go to eckankar.org ‘Step It Up’ walking program to support cancer survivors The Daily Astorian Clatsop County Public Health and the Oregon Health and Science University Knight Cancer Institute are partnering to offer a free pro- gram, “Step It Up,” with free weekly walks led by a trained guide aimed at reducing the incidence and burden of can- cer. The program, which kicks off at 5:30 p.m. April 2 at the Clatsop Community College indoor track in Patriot Hall, is for cancer survivors and their Cannon Beach Community friends and family. Research shows that walk- ing can help ease the side effects of cancer treatments, prevent the re-occurrence of cancer, and help in the pre- vention of certain kinds of cancer in people with a higher risk for those types. Family and friends are encouraged to join, as social support has been shown to help people make lasting commitments to physical activity. For information, call Sarah Mitchell at 503-338-3690. CANNON BEACH — Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 E. Washington St., holds an Evensong service 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, candlelight and time for quiet reflection. For information, call the church at 503-436-1222. Interfaith Partnership SEASIDE — The South County Interfaith Partnership meets at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Riley’s Restaurant, 1104 S. Holladay Drive, to foster better under- standing among faith practitioners and to nurture one another in spirit. All faiths are welcome. For information, call Ann Souvenir at 503-738-0200. Grace Episcopal During Lent, the series “Fridays in Lent” at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., offers contemplative music for listening or for self-guided walking the Stations of the Cross, begin- ning at 12:30 p.m. On March 23, the featured artist is Hannelore Morgan (recorder). Grace Church has issued a call for art for the annual Jean Barney Judged Art Exhibition. This year’s theme is “Spiri- tual Spaces.” The show takes pace from June 10 to July 11, with art submis- sions due June 1. Entry forms and details are on the church’s website, graceasto- ria.org, and at the church office, which is open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. For information, call the church at 503-325-4691. First Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church of Astoria, 1103 Grand Ave., meets Sunday at 10 a.m. The Rev. Bill Van Nostran’s sermon topic is “Written Within You.” Denise Reed provides musical accompaniment on organ and piano. A Women’s Bible Study is scheduled in the parlor in Fellowship Hall at 6:30 tonight. A Seder Supper, marking the begin- ning of Passover, is being held March 29 in the Fellowship Hall. The public is invited to participate, and is asked to contact the church office at 503-325- 1702 for details. For information, email pastorbill@ fpcastoria.org or go to fpcastoria.org Bethany Free Lutheran Bethany Free Lutheran Church, 451 34th St., hosts guests who are visiting on Sunday. Matthew and Ednay Abel, mis- sionaries to Brazil, share at numerous times about their work in Brazil: During the 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, at the 11 a.m. worship service, and during the 6 p.m. youth night. The Abels are with the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations, and involved with church planting and other ministries in Brazil. St. Mary, Star of the Sea At 7 tonight, after Stations of the Cross and the Soup Supper, St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1465 Grand Ave., is hosting XLT (short for Exalt), a time of praise and worship music. The speaker and leader is Rev. Gerardo Butalid, of Our Lady of the Lake in Lake Oswego. This service typi- cally lasts an hour. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Rice Bowls and a Lenten Calendar are avail- able at the church entrance. A Parish Lenten Penance Service is being held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Sev- eral priests will be available for those wishing to engage in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Church of Christ The Astoria Church of Christ, 692 12th St., holds a service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Guest speaker is Ken Tipps, whose topic is “Trusting Jesus.” The church hosts its seventh annual after-Easter community sing-along at 3 p.m. April 7. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. For information, call 503-791-3235. Seaside Seventh-day Adventist SEASIDE — The Seaside Sev- enth-day Adventist Church, 1450 N. Roosevelt Drive, is welcoming His Praise Mens’ Chorus at the 10:45 a.m. church service on Sunday. The group, which sings old gospel songs, is from Portland and Vancouver, Washington. All are welcome. Sabbath School begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. For information, call Pastor Bill E. Smith at 503-409-6908. Calvary Episcopal SEASIDE — Calvary Episcopal Church, 503 N. Holladay Drive, pres- ents the final 2018 “Moments for Med- itation” from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. March 23, featuring singer Deac Guidi, accom- panied by Susan Buehler, Calvary’s organist. “Moments for Meditation” are half hour offerings of music intended to give an opportunity during the season of Lent to enjoy thoughtful music and perhaps take time for personal meditation and reflection. Calvary also offers the Holy Eucha- rist at 5 p.m. Saturday and 9:30 a.m. Sunday. Astoria First United Methodist Astoria First United Methodist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave., holds a worship service at 11 a.m. Sunday. Pastor Carol Prichard’s sermon topic is “You Are God’s Letter.” The choir will be singing “If You Love Me.” For information, call the church office at 503-325-5454. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 4-H — Looking for 4-H leaders. For information, call Sandra Carl- son at the Oregon State University Extension at 503-325-8573. American Red Cross — Needs registration volunteers (donor am- bassadors) in Clatsop County to provide customer service and en- hance the blood donor experience. For information, call Angela Basurt- to at 503-528-5430. Astoria Column — 1 Coxcomb Drive. Volunteers needed to wel- come visitors, provide information and answer questions about the As- toria Column and the city of Astoria. For information, call the Friends of the Astoria Column Visitor Center at 503-325-2963. Astoria Riverfront Trolley As- sociation — 111 W. Marine Drive. Needs conductors/motormen to operate trolley and narrate points of interest. One or more three-thour shifts per month. For information, call the 503-325-6311. Astoria Senior Center — 1111 Exchange St. To volunteer, call Lar- ry Miller at 503-325-3231. Astoria Veteran Van Drivers — Volunteer drivers needed for the Disabled American Veterans van for one or more trips per month. The van leaves Astoria at 7 a.m. for the Portland Veterans Administration Hospital and returns in the early af- ternoon. To volunteer, contact Dick Lang, Astoria DAV van coordina- tor, at 503-298-8757 or dicklang@ charter.net. Drivers receive free breakfast and lunch vouchers for the hospital canteen on every trip. Astoria Warming Center — 1076 Franklin Ave. Winter overnight emergency shelter for homeless persons needs volunteers for three- hour shifts from evening through the night to help with welcoming guests, serving dinner, cleaning the kitchen, monitoring the sleeping area over- night, and closing the shelter in the morning. Volunteers also needed for weekly litter patrols in the neigh- borhood. To volunteer, email astori- awarmingcenter@gmail.com Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce — 111 W. Marine Drive. Volunteers needed at the chamber and for events. For in- formation, call 503-325-6311. Camp Kiwanilong — A large variety of volunteer opportunities are available. For information, call 503-861-2933 or go to campkiwan- ilong.org Cannon Beach Academy — 3781 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach. Volunteers needed for breakfast or lunch preparation and cleanup, reading groups, math groups, lunch/recess duty and housekeeping. Shifts are 1.25 hours or longer. For information, call 503-298-5245. Cannon Beach Library —131 North Hemlock, Cannon Beach. Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks and time commitments, in- cluding alphabetizing bookshelves, covering books, doing minor build- ing maintenance, helping with a speakers’ series, and participating in annual book sales and other events. For information email info@ cannonbeachlibrary.org or call 503- 436-1391. Caring Adults Developing Youth (CADY) Mentoring Pro- gram — 800 Exchange St., second floor. Needs mentors for youths ages 10 to 17 at risk of school fail- ure. Time commitment: one year, about eight hours per month. For information, contact Laura Parker at 503-325-8601 or lparker@co. clatsop.or.us Clatsop Animal Assistance Inc. — Needs volunteers who have a strong commitment to work on behalf of the Clatsop County Animal Shelter’s dogs and cats. For infor- mation, email info@dogsncats.org or call 503-861-0737. Clatsop Care Center — Vol- unteers needed daily for all three meals to provide one-on-one as- sistance to dining dependent resi- dents. Volunteers must participate in a 16-hour training program. For information, contact Mandy Brench- ley at 503-325-0313, ext. 209. Clatsop County Animal Shel- ter — Animal care volunteers age 16 and older needed for one 3-hour shift per week. Pick up an applica- tion at 1315 S.E. 19th St., Warren- ton. For information, or to schedule orientation, call Leslie Atkinson at 503-325-1000. Clatsop Community Action Regional Food Bank — Volun- teers needed to help hand out fruits and vegetables at the weekly produce pantries for two hours on Thursdays, from April to October, in Seaside and Warrenton. Ware- house attendants are needed for food packing or processing, picking orders for agencies, light janitorial and housekeeping, or lawn and grounds maintenance. Three to four-hour shifts are available Mon- day through Friday. To volunteer, call 503-861-3663. Clatsop Community College Outreach Literacy — Needs volunteer literacy tutors to work with adults, native and non-native speakers. Training available. For information, call 503-338-2557. call 503-325-4321. Columbia River Maritime Mu- seum — 1792 Marine Drive. Vol- unteer opportunities for those with an interest in maritime history. For information, call the volunteer coor- dinator weekdays at 503-325-2323. Columbia Senior Diners — 1111 Exchange St., Astoria Senior Center. Volunteers needed week- Coast Community Radio — Volunteers needed for a variety of opportunities and time commit- ments including weekday front desk, music library digital conver- sion, graphic and sign making, booths at farmers markets and special events, landscaping, and mailing parties. For information, email janet@coastradio.org or call 503-325-0010. Columbia Memorial Hospital — Needs volunteers to provide assistance to patients, visitors and hospital staff. Training provided. For information, go to columbiamemori- al.org. To schedule an interview, Community Emergency Re- sponse Team — CERT volunteers needed for community events and disaster response with local police, fire and emergency medical service agencies. Training includes fire safety, first aid, traffic and crowd control, communications, damage survey, disaster planning and civic events within city limits. For infor- mation, contact CERT coordinator Kenny Hansen at khansen@as- toria.or.us or leave a voicemail at 503-325-4411. Friends of Seaside Library — 1131 Broadway, Seaside. Volun- teers needed to staff the fundraising store. For information, call 503-738- 6742 or stop by the library. M ARCH 29 TH Acclaimed Nature Writer Dr. Robert Pyle A Columbia Forum Presentation One of the Pacifi c Northwest’s most acclaimed nature writers, Dr. Robert Michael Pyle of Grays River, Washington, is a lighthearted, insightful and amusing speaker on topics ranging from Bigfoot to butterfl ies. He literally wrote the book on both topics, and is the author of “The Butterfl ies of Cascadia,” the comprehensive fi eld guide to all the species of Oregon and Washington. Clatsop County Public Works — 1101 Olney Ave. Adopt-A-Road volunteers needed to remove litter two times (minimum) per year for two years. Safety equipment and supplies provided. Volunteers must receive safety orientation. For infor- mation, call 503-325-8631. Clatsop Cruise Hosts — Look- ing for volunteers to meet and greet cruise ship passengers and crew, provide information and answer questions about the Clatsop County area. Ships arrive in the spring and fall, about 20 ships each year. Work all the ships or part of them. For in- formation, go to clatsopcruisehosts. org days to serve tables and for kitchen help. To volunteer, call 503-325- 9693. A graduate of the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, Pyle’s 1987 book, “Wintergreen” won the John Burroughs Medal for its insights about how industrial forestry damaged the land, waters and people of the Willapa Hills of Southwest Washington. He and his Wahkiakum County neighbor Krist Novoselic, co-founder of the legendary rock group Nirvana, are currently collaborating on a mélange of acoustic guitar music and poetry. TO ATTEND: LIMI SEA TED TING RESE For Members: Dinner & Lecture: $25 each; Lecture only: no charge SPAC R E VE YOUR TODA Y! For Non-Members: Dinner & Lecture: $35 each; Lecture only: $15 ea. Appetizers will be available at 6 p.m. • Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. The speaker will begin after the dinner service is complete and non-dinner members and guests of the audience take their seats. Forum to be held at the CMH Community Center at 2021 Exchange St., Astoria. ColumbiaForum FOR RESERVATIONS OR TO JOIN COLUMBIA FORUM CONTACT: Holly Larkins at 503.325.3211 ext. 227 or hlarkins@dailyastorian.com by March 27, 2018 Columbia Forum is sponsored by: The Daily Astorian • Craft3 • OSU Seafood Laboratory • KMUN-FM Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa