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3B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2018 Former maritime museum leader will address grads The Daily Astorian Jerry Ostermiller Jerry Ostermiller, a nation- ally recognized educator and for- mer director of the Columbia River Maritime Museum, will be the keynote speaker at Clatsop Community College’s graduation June 15. Ostermiller, who led the museum from 1989 to 2009, is a lecturer for Lindblad Expeditions, Cruise West and the Cunard Line’s flagship Queen Mary 2. He has been featured in documentaries for the History Channel, Discov- ery Channel, National Geographic Society and the Learning Channel. “As a local 20-year executive director, I have not only hired staff who attended CCC, but I have taken advantage of the facility to invest in some of my employees by paying for classes to enhance their skill sets,” he said in a release. The college will award certifi- cates and degrees to over 130 stu- dents this year, including 113 two- year degrees and 25 one-year certificates. DAR and friends make pine cone beavers for D.C. Christmas trees Knappa students make ornaments for D.C. Christmas trees From left, Wyatt Bacon, Ethan Olson and Ayla Burnett, third-graders at Hilda Lahti Elementary School, helped make Christ- mas tree indoor ornaments symbolizing Oregon’s local Danish heritage which will be used to decorate Christmas trees in 75 Washington, D.C., government buildings. Sandy Fuller Sandy Fuller Sarah Landwehr and Leo Phillips joined the Astoria Chap- ter Daughters of the American Revolution at Joann Fabric and Craft Store in Warrenton on April 28 to make pine cone beavers, symbolizing the Oregon state animal, and send special messages, for the Washington, D.C., Christmas trees. For information, go to capitolchristmastree.com COMMUNITY NOTES Continued from Page 1B Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, 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. Grace and Encouragement for Moms — 10 to 11:30 a.m., Cross- roads Community Church, 40618 Old Highway 30, Svensen. GEMS group is a time for moms to relax and enjoy each oth- ers’ company. Free childcare is pro- vided. For information, call Rachael Biddlecome at 503-458-6103. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested dona- tion $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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. Warrenton Senior Lunch Pro- gram — noon, Warrenton Com- munity Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Suggested 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 As- toriaRotary.org Knochlers Pinochle Group — 1 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Cen- ter, 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 players 55 and older, but all ages are welcome. Mahjong for Experienced Play- ers — 1 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Astoria Alzheimer’s & Other Dementia Family Support Group — 2 to 3:30 p.m., first-floor conference room, Clatsop Care Center, 646 16th St. Open to all family members of people with dementias. For informa- tion, call Rosetta Hurley at 503-325- 0313, ext. 222, or email support@ clatsopcare.org Line Dancing for Seniors — 3 to 4:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. Not for beginners. For information, call 503-325-3231. Astoria Toastmasters — 6:30 p.m., Hotel Elliot conference room, 357 12th St. Visitors welcome. For infor- mation, go to toastmasters.org or call Christa Svensson at 206-790-2869. 11:30 a.m., 1111 Exchange St. The cost is $6. For information, or to have a meal delivered, call 503-325-9693. Astoria Lions Club — noon, Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Prospective members welcome. For information, contact Charlene Larsen at 503-325-0590. 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., Activity Center, first floor, CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative, 1905 Exchange St. Open dialogue about spiritual issues. Group supports participants in shar- ing their own understanding and put- ting 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 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., The Harbor, 1361 Duane St. HEART covers subjects related to the effects of domestic violence on children, par- ents and other family members, dy- namics of power and control, and how to recognize red flags. Open group for females and those who identify as fe- male, and for anyone in an abusive relationship, or who knows someone who is. For information, call Juli Hol at 503-325-3426, ext. 103. Warrenton Sunrise Rotary Club — 6 p.m., Uptown Café, 1639 S.E. Ensign Lane, Warrenton. For infor- mation, call 503-325-4030. THURSDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Alzheimer’s Support Group — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nehalem Bay House, 35385 Tohl Ave., Nehalem. Free lunch provided. For information, call 503-368-6445. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Ave- nue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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 Com- munity Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Suggested 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, Outlet Mall, 1111 N. Roosevelt Drive, No. 206, Seaside. Lunch costs $15. All are welcome. For information, go to 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 trauma; emphasis is on empowering survivors. For information, contact Shannon Symonds at 503-325-3426 ext. 106. Rethinking Pain Class — 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Providence Seaside Hospital, Education Center A, 725 S. Wahanna Road, Seaside. Learn how pain develops, body-brain connec- tion, practice calming techniques. No cost. Reservations required. Register by calling 800-562-8964 or online at providence.org/classes 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. Knochlers Pinochle Group — 1 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Cen- ter, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Group hosts free refresher and beginning course in card game of pinochle. Course open to anyone 55 and older. Angora Hiking Club Centennial Committee — 2 p.m., 376 S. Denver Ave. Trivia — 6:30 p.m., Uptown Cafe, 1639 S.E. Ensign Lane, Warrenton. Teams of up to four players. Three $2 games, winners take each pot. Roll- ing 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. Clatsop County Republicans — 7 p.m., BJ’s Pizza Palace, 2490 U.S. Highway 101. For information, call 541-969-2976 or go to tinyurl.com/ CCRepublican 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 Ave- nue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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 astoriaarmory.com OTHER Quilting Project Needs Fabric — Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Seaside needs polyester/cotton fabric, 1/2 yard or larger, and clean sheets (queen or king size) for a quilting project. A group meets weekly on Thursdays to complete quilts to send within the U.S. and around the world to provide warmth, and often shelter, to those in need. To donate, call Claudia Kulland at 503-738-5895. Blankets Needed — Columbia Veterinary Hospital, 576 31st St., is looking for blanket donations for their four legged patients. Anything is helpful, even the stained or frayed. Donations can be dropped off during business hours (closed for lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m.) Monday through Saturday. Wickiup Senior Lunches — 11:30 a.m., Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. Free for those older than 60 ($3 suggested donation), $6.75 for those younger than age 60. For information, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Ave- nue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. International Longshore and Warehouse Union Pensioners — noon luncheon, 1 p.m. meeting, Local No. 50 Longshore Hall, 491 Industry St. TUESDAY Warrenton Kiwanis Club — 1 p.m., Dooger’s Seafood and Grill, 103 U.S. Highway 101, Warrenton. For information, call Darlene Warren at 503-861-2672. Stewardship Quilting Group — 9: 30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St. All are welcome. Donations of material always appre- ciated. For information, call Janet Kemp at 503-325-4268 . Sit & Stitch — 1 to 3 p.m., Home- spun Quilts & Yarn, 108 10th St. Bring knitting, crochet or other needlework projects along to this community stitching time. All skill levels welcome. Do Nothing Club — 10 a.m. to noon, 24002 U St., Ocean Park, Wash. Men’s group. For information, call Jack McBride at 360-665-2721. Mahjong for Experienced Players — 1:15 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For infor- mation, call 503-325-3231. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Ave- nue A, Seaside. Suggested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. Beginner Line Dancing for Se- niors — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For infor- mation, call 503-325-3231. Columbia Senior Diners — or go to homespunquilt.com Fat Quarter Quilters — 5:30 to 8 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St. Not limited to quilts. 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