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5B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018 Sign up kids for Head Start The Daily Astorian Community Action Team — Head Start is cur- rently accepting applica- tions for children ages 3 and 4. The program offers many services to support a child’s school readiness and well-being. Throughout the day, children explore liter- acy, language skills, math, science, creative exploration and are supported in devel- oping important social-emo- tional skills. The program invites families to partici- pate in the classroom, activ- ities and events, and supports family connections to peers and the community. To enroll a child, down- load an application at nwor- headstart.org or contact one of the following Head Start locations: Astoria, 503-325- 5421; Warrenton, 503-861- 9681; and Seaside, 503-738- 0873. Or, call the main office at 503-556-3736. Astoria Regatta needs volunteers The Daily Astorian The 2018 Astoria Regatta, with the theme “Making Waves,” has many volun- teer spots that need filling for events that take place from Wednesday through Aug. 11. The Past Queen’s Recep- tion (set up, tear down), Admirals Reception (set up, check-in, tear down), and Grand Land Parade (check-in, staging, barricade staff) are among the events needing volunteers. To sign up, and for infor- mation and the full list of volunteer opportunities, go to signup.com/go/ZxncfoL Journalist Lehmann speaks on ‘Prosperity and Politics’ The Daily Astorian Journalist Chris Lehmann discusses “Prosperity and Pol- itics” in the first Speak Up!, a series of conversations hosted by Indivisible North Coast Ore- gon (INCO). This free public event is at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Lovell Showroom, 426 14 th St. The doors open at 6 p.m., with no-host food and drinks. Lehmann is the author of three books, including “The Money Cult: Capitalism, Christianity, and the Unmak- ing of the American Dream.” Based in Washington, D.C., he is senior editor and col- umnist for The Baffler, and has written for several other publications. The event includes question and Chris answer period Lehmann with the audi- ence. Leh- mann’s books will be avail- able for purchase and signing by the author. INCO also hosts an infor- mal event immediately pre- ceding Speak Up!, “Really Do Care – Activism for the Under- 40ish,” which begins at 6 p.m. in the same location. For information, go to indi- visiblenorthcoastoregon.org College advises GED test hopefuls The Daily Astorian Clatsop Community Col- lege will hold an orientation Monday for its General Edu- cational Development test preparation program. The college’s GED classes are open to people age 16 and older who wish to earn a high school credential. Participants younger than 18 must provide a form from their high school releas- ing them from compulsory education before attending classes or taking the GED tests. Classes are offered in English or Spanish. The col- lege also offers English lan- guage classes and tutoring for students. There is no cost for enrollment, and study mate- rials are provided. The GED certificate enables students to pursue further education and improve employment status. The orientation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday in Columbia Hall Room 114 on the main Lexington campus at 1651 Lexington Ave. in Astoria. For more information, contact the college’s adult basic education office at 503-338-2347 or epurcell@ clatsopcc.edu RELIGION BRIEFS Common Ground Interspiritual Fellowship A Purification Service at Common Ground Interspiritual Fellowship is held on the first Sunday of each month from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Wesley Room of the Asto- ria First United Methodist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. Use the 11th Street entrance. This service is not defined by any par- ticular belief system, and is especially intended for the “spiritual but not reli- gious,” as well as those who draw from more than one faith tradition. For infor- mation, go to cgifellowship.org St. Catherine Episcopal NEHALEM — St. Catherine Episco- pal Church, 36335 U.S. Highway 101 in Nehalem, holds a Labyrinth walk from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and the first Sunday of every month. All are welcome. For information, go to saintcatherineoregoncoast.org Cannon Beach Community 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. Crossroads Community SVENSEN — Crossroads Commu- nity 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 film 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. St. Mary, Star of the Sea The Knights of Columbus are put- ting on a Sunday Breakfast after the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Masses at St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church in the newly renovated Leahy Auditorium, 1425 Grand Ave. The July Knight for the month is Dan Ewald, the lady is Linda Sitkowski, and the family is that of Linda and Russ Keizer. At the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass, the Camp Catechesis children are participat- ing in some of the Mass ministries. Camp participants are encouraged to wear their camp T-shirts and jeans. Eucharistic minister training is at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Mis- sion, 867 Fifth Ave. in Hammond. This training is for anyone interested in becom- ing a eucharistic minister, or a refresher for those who already are one. For infor- mation, contact Teela Evans at 503-791- 7679 or teelaevans1@gmail.com The St. Vincent de Sales Food Bank, located behind the church on 15th Avenue, needs paper towels and condiments such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, pick- les, etc. The food bank is open from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, and from 10 a.m. to noon Friday and Saturday. During June, the food pantry assisted 116 families, and 122 weekend food bags were delivered to Astoria School District students. Astoria Church of Christ The Astoria Church of Christ, 692 12th St., hosts the Oregon City Church of Christ youth group at the 10:30 a.m. ser- vice. The group’s leader, Steve Haney, speaks on the life of Peter from the Book of John. All are welcome. For informa- tion, call 503-791-3235. Grace Episcopal The Labyrinth is available for walking from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Grace Episco- pal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave. A laby- rinth introduction is offered at 3 p.m., upon request. It takes an average of 30 minutes to complete the walk. Grace offers an ecumenical Taizé Prayer & Song service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, con- sisting of simple repeated chants, periods of silence, prayers individual and communal, and the lighting of candles. All are welcome. For information, call the church at 503- 325-4691 or go to graceastoria.org Astoria Seventh-day Adventist The Astoria Seventh-day Adven- tist Church, 300 Nehalem Ave., is offer- ing a vacation Bible school for children ages 3 to 11 from 8:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Wednesday through Aug. 10. The theme this year is “Heaven,” and there are sto- ries, songs and crafts centered around heaven, including how to choose the right road to heaven, what heaven is like and entering through the pearly gates. There will snacks and outdoor play, and if weather permits, there will be water play, so children should bring their swimsuits. For information, call the church at 503-325-0610. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 4-H — Looking for 4-H lead- ers. For information, call Sandra Carlson at the Oregon State University Extension at 503-325- 8573. in the morning. Volunteers also needed for weekly litter patrols in the neighborhood. To volunteer, email astoriawarmingcenter@ gmail.com American Red Cross — Needs registration volunteers (donor ambassadors) in Clatsop County to provide customer ser- vice and enhance the blood donor experience. For information, call Angela Basurtto at 503-528-5430. Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce — 111 W. Marine Drive. Volunteers needed at the chamber and for events. For information, call 503- 325-6311. Angels for Sara Senior Dog Sanctuary — Needs volunteers to help care for elderly dogs who are unable to stay with their owners. Anyone interested in fundraising, yard maintenance, spending quality time with the dogs or fostering a senior dog, short or long term, contact Jac- que Pressly at angelsforsara@ gmail.com or call 503-325-2772. Astoria Column — 1 Cox- comb Drive. Volunteers needed to welcome visitors, provide in- formation and answer questions about the Astoria Column and the city of Astoria. For information, call the Friends of the Astoria Column Visitor Center at 503- 325-2963. Astoria Riverfront Trolley Association — 111 W. Marine Drive. Needs conductors/motor- men to operate trolley and nar- rate points of interest. One or more three-hour shifts per month. For information, call the 503-325- 6311. Astoria Senior Center — 1111 Exchange St. To volunteer, call Larry 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 Veter- ans Administration Hospital and returns in the early afternoon. To volunteer, contact Dick Lang, Astoria DAV van coordinator, 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 volun- teers for three-hour shifts from evening through the night to help with welcoming guests, serv- ing dinner, cleaning the kitchen, monitoring the sleeping area overnight, and closing the shelter Camp Kiwanilong — A large variety of volunteer opportunities are available. For information, call 503-861-2933 or go to camp- kiwanilong.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 informa- tion, call 503-298-5245. Cannon Beach Library —131 North Hemlock, Cannon Beach. Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks and time com- mitments, including alphabetizing bookshelves, covering books, do- ing minor building maintenance, helping with a speakers’ series, and participating in annual book sales and other events. For infor- mation email info@cannonbeach- library.org or call 503-436-1391. Caring Adults Develop- ing Youth (CADY) Mentoring Program — 800 Exchange St., second floor. Needs mentors for youths ages 10 to 17 at risk of school failure. 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 information, 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 assistance to dining dependent residents. Volunteers must par- ticipate in a 16-hour training pro- gram. For information, contact Mandy Brenchley at 503-325- 0313, ext. 209. Clatsop County Animal Shelter — Animal care volunteers age 16 and older needed for one 3-hour shift per week. Pick up an application at 1315 S.E. 19th St., Warrenton. 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 week- ly produce pantries for two hours on Thursdays, from April to Octo- ber, in Seaside and Warrenton. Warehouse attendants are need- ed 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 Monday 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. Clatsop County Public Works — 1101 Olney Ave. Adopt- A-Road volunteers needed to re- move litter two times (minimum) per year for two years. Safety equipment and supplies provided. Volunteers must receive safety orientation. For information, call 503-325-8631. Clatsop Cruise Hosts — Looking for volunteers to meet and greet cruise ship passengers and crew, provide information and answer questions about the Clat- sop County area. Ships arrive in the spring and fall, about 20 ships each year. Work all the ships or part of them. For information, go to clatsopcruisehosts.org Coast Community Radio — Volunteers needed for a variety of opportunities and time com- mitments 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 pro- vided. For information, go to co- lumbiamemorial.org. To schedule an interview, call 503-325-4321. Columbia River Maritime Museum — 1792 Marine Drive. Volunteer opportunities for those with an interest in maritime his- tory. For information, call the vol- unteer coordinator weekdays at 503-325-2323. Columbia Senior Diners — 1111 Exchange St., Astoria Se- nior Center. Volunteers needed weekdays to serve tables and for kitchen help. To volunteer, call 503-325-9693. Community Emergency Response Team — CERT vol- unteers needed for community events and disaster response with local police, fire and emer- gency 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 information, contact CERT coordinator Ken- ny Hansen at khansen@astoria. or.us or leave a voicemail at 503- 325-4411. Friends of Seaside Library — 1131 Broadway, Seaside. Vol- unteers needed to staff the fund- raising store. For information, call 503-738-6742 or stop by the library. Haystack Rock Awareness Program — Needs volunteers for general office assistance and to assist lead interpreters on the beach with signage, ropes and set up during low tides and talking to visitors about the rock and the local flora and fauna. Must pass a basic background test. Children are always welcome; must be supervised by a parent. For in- formation, contact Lisa Habecker at 503-436-8064 or habecker@ ci.cannon-beach.or.us Knappa Rural Fire Protec- tion District — Needs volunteer firefighters. Training provided. For information, contact any of the active personnel or call Chief Paul Olheiser at 503-458-6610. Long-Term Care Ombuds- man — Certified ombudsman vol- unteers advocate for the rights, care and dignity of the elderly and disabled living in licensed long-term care facilities. Many residents have no one to watch out or speak up for when things go wrong. Volunteer Ombudsmen talk to the residents, investigate complaints, and work to resolve problems. Flexible schedule, four hours a week, mileage re- imbursement available. Training is provided. For information, call 800-522-2602 or go to oregon. gov/ltco Lunch Buddy Mentoring Program — Adults needed to mentor elementary and middle school students once a week during lunch. For information, call (219) 331-6427 or go to bit. ly/2u3KpWe NorthWest Senior & Disabil- ity Services — Needs dishwash- ers and volunteers to serve and clean up weekdays at a meal site, and drivers for Meals on Wheels. For information, contact Candy Foster at 503-738-9323. Providence Seaside Hospi- tal — Needs volunteer drivers for Community Connections, a free program that transports people to services and appointments re- lated to health and well-being in the Portland-Metro area. Mileage reimbursement available. For in- formation, call 503-717-7171 or email Alana.Kujala@providence. org Providence Seaside Hospi- tal — Needs volunteers who en- joy meeting, interacting with and helping people. Opportunities are available in the hospital gift shop, café, and as greeters and for spir- itual integration. For information, call 503-717-7171 or email Alana. Kujala@providence.org River Song Foundation — Looking for people to assist with Trap/Neuter/Release/Feed (TNRF), especially in the Sea- side and Knappa/Svensen ar- eas. TNRF involves setting and/ or monitoring traps, and daily feeding of cats and maintenance of any shelters, and is a proven, science-based method that along with spay/neuter programs is the only effective and humane way of ending cat homelessness and suffering. Call 503-861-2003 for information and to volunteer. Seaside American Legion Veterans’ Assistance & Reha- bilitation — Volunteers needed to help knit/crochet items for hos- pitalized vets and cut coupons for military families. Donations of fabric/yarn especially welcome. Group meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at 1315 Broadway, Sea- side. For information, call 503- 738-5111 and leave a message for Marilyn Faulkner. Seaside Downtown Devel- opment Association — Volun- teers needed to help with local events happening throughout the year. For information, call Sarah Dailey at 503-717-1914 or email director@seasidedown- town.com Seaside Museum and His- torical Society — Volunteers needed to help as docents, main- taining and creating exhibits, and various events throughout the year. Small and large projects available. Any amount of time will be greatly appreciated. Call the museum at 503-738-7065 or email seasidemuseum@hotmail. com Start Making a Reader To- day — Needs volunteers to read to students one-on-one for one hour a week at local elementary schools. To volunteer, call 503- 391-8423 or go to getsmartore- gon.org Svensen Congregate Meal Site — Wickiup Grange Hall, 92683 Svensen Market Road. To volunteer, or for information, call Debbie Dunaway at 503-791- 7298 or 503-861-4202. Titanic Lifeboat Academy — Volunteer to help care for animals and assist with sustainable living projects; minimum commitment of four hours per week requested. Some training provided. For in- formation, contact Caren Black at 503-325-6886. Tri-City Spay and Neuter Thrift Store — 600 Broadway, Seaside. Needs volunteers in- terested in improving the welfare of animals. For information, call 503-738-7040. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary — Uniformed civilian volunteer branch provides boating educa- tion courses, vessel inspections to public; offers chance to learn new skills and qualifications. No former military or boating expe- rience needed. Meetings 7 p.m. first Wednesday of the month. For information, call Della Wilson at 360-244-7062 or email at wil- sontekart@gmail.com Warrenton Senior Lunch Program — Warrenton Commu- nity Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Volunteers needed to help with Meals on Wheels and in the din- ing room Mondays or Thursdays. For information, contact Barb Bal- ensifer at 503-861-1341. Wildlife Rehab Center of the North Coast — Needs volunteers to help rehabilitate orphaned and injured wildlife. For information, call 503-338-0331 or go to coast- wildlife.org
