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3B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2018 Liberty Theatre receives $30,000 staff expansion award The Daily Astorian The Liberty Theatre has been awarded $30,000 from the James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation over a period of two years to sup- port staff expansion. Two new positions were created. Nancy Schwickrath was hired in June as an admin- istrative assistant to Execu- tive Director Jennifer Crock- ett. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers Uni- versity in stage management, has worked on several stages in New York, and has worked for nonprofits. Kelly Green was hired as technical assistant to ease the workload of longtime techni- cal director, Larry Bryant. He attended The Daily Astorian Young woman injured in accident recognized with scholarship Members of the St. Mary, Star of the Sea High School Class of 1967 gathered for a reception Saturday to honor their fellow deceased classmate by present- ing the Stan Hauer Memorial Scholar- ship for $6,300 to Sierra Lyons, who attends Clatsop Community College. Lyons graduated from Warrenton High School in 2017, and was attending Western Oregon University when inju- ries from a car accident required her to move back home. She enrolled at CCC to continue her education, and will apply to the college’s nursing program, which offers an automatic transfer to Oregon Health and Science Univer- Humboldt State as a theater lighting and tech major. For information, go to lib- ertyastoria.org Wauna Credit Union launches an Adopt-A-Teacher contest Clatsop Community College Pictued, from left, CCC President Chris Breitmeyer, Stan Hauer Memorial Scholarship recipient Sierra Lyons, and St. Mary, Star of the Sea School Class of 1967 representative Bill Leahy. The Daily Astorian Liberty Theatre The Liberty Theatre has two new staff members, Kelly Green and Nancy Schwickrath. Local financial cooper- ative Wauna Credit Union is launching an “Adopt-A- Teacher” contest in Colum- bia, Clatsop and western Washington counties in Ore- gon, and Pacific County, Washington, ultimately rewarding one area teacher $500 to help them tackle the 2018-19 school year. The 2017 Adopt-A-Teacher winner was Debbie Tay- lor, fourth- and fifth-grade teacher at Vernonia Elemen- sity’s nursing program upon comple- tion of her registered nurse associate’s degree. “I’m so moved that the whole Class of 1967 was a part of this gesture,” Lyons said at the reception, “and I’m really grateful that CCC and the nurs- ing program are right here to further my education.” tary School. The credit union is encouraging students, par- ents, teachers, principals and members of the community to post a video on WCU’s Facebook page, fb.me/ WaunaCreditUnion, explain- ing why the teacher being nominated deserves to win. Winners of the contest will be announced on or about Oct. 5. A complete list of rules and conditions, including entry instructions, is at bit. ly/2nQzcVl RELIGION BRIEFS port ministries and the children’s play area. For information, call Shawn Leonard at 503-949- 5033 or Mike Posey at 503-298-7803. St. Mary, Star of the Sea Parish The 4 p.m. Saturday Mass at St. Francis de Sales in Hammond, and Sunday Masses at St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Astoria, will be performed by Rev. Augustine Manyama, Apostle of Jesus, from St. Vincent Providence Health Center. He will also say Mass at 8 a.m. Monday at St. Mary, Star of the Sea. Saturday and Sunday, volunteer catechists are being recruited for the Parish Faith Forma- tion programs. Enrollment is open for registered COMMUNITY NOTES Continued from Page 1B 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 Center, 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. 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 Conver- sations — 7 to 8:30 p.m., Activity Center, first floor, CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative, 1905 Exchange St. Open dialogue about spiritual issues. All faiths, including “spiritual but not religious” welcome. For information, email info@cgifel- lowship.org or call 916-307-9790. WEDNESDAY Mahjong for Experienced Players — 1 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. 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. 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. Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. TUESDAY Help Ending Abusive Re- lationship 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. Open group for females, those who identify as female, anyone in an abusive re- lationship, or who knows someone who is. For information, call Juli Hol at 503-325-3426, ext. 103. Stewardship Quilting Group — 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., First Lu- theran Church, 725 33rd St. All are welcome. Donations of material al- ways appreciated. For information, call Janet Kemp at 503-325-4268. Do Nothing Club — 10 a.m. to noon, 24002 U St., Ocean Park, Washington, Men’s group. For in- formation, call Jack McBride at 360- 665-2721. 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 Suzanne Bja- ranson 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. Astoria Lions Club — noon, Astoria Elks Lodge, 453 11th St. Prospective members welcome. For information, contact Charlene Larsen at 503-325-0590. 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 infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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 Suzanne Bja- ranson 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 Cen- ter, 1111 Exchange St. For informa- tion, call 503-325-3231. school-age children. For questions contact Tati- ana Pitstick at 503-325-3671. To rekindle fellowship, “Coffee An” starts in September after the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Masses in Astoria. Volunteers may sign up this weekend to provide coffee, juice and snacks. The St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank, on 15th Street behind the church, needs dry cereal, canned fruit, vegetables and personal hygiene items. Volunteers are there from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 a.m. to noon Fridays and Sat- urdays. To volunteer, call 503 325-2007. Astoria Church of Christ Astoria Church of Christ, 692 12th St., hosts J US OIN !!! Crossroads Community Church SVENSEN — Crossroads Community Church, 40618 Old Highway 30, is hosting a Barbecue Beef Pit Roast from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. A raffle, with items from local artists and businesses, starts at 11 a.m. Lunch is from noon to 5 p.m., and includes a baked potato, coleslaw, string beans and pickled beets. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children younger than 11, or $25 for families. Strawberry/rhubarb, apple and mixed berry pies are being sold separately for $12 each, or $3 per slice. Meat is also for sale, for $7 a pound. The proceeds from this event will help sup- George Elkins of Scappoose for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service in its continuing program of guest speakers in August. Bible study is offered at 9:45 a.m. All are welcome. For information, call 503-791-3235. Calvary Episcopal SEASIDE — Due to the Hood to Coast Relay on Saturday, Calvary Episcopal Church, 503 N. Holladay Drive, has canceled the usual Saturday evening Vigil service, which resumes at 5 p.m. Sept. 1. The regular Sunday morning service is offered at 9:30 a.m. as usual. All are welcome. For information, call 503-738-5773. Clatsop Community College presents the 5 th Annual CONFERENCE ON EXTRAORDINARY LIVING for people ages 50+ 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. WALK-INS WELCOME! LUNCH Provided by Local Food Carts THURSDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For in- formation, call 503-325-3231. 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 infor- mation, call Suzanne Bjaranson at 503-861-4202. 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 Suzanne Bja- ranson 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 Program — noon, Warrenton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Suggested donation of $5 for seniors and $7 for those younger than 60. For information, or to vol- unteer, call 503-861-3502 Monday or Thursday. VITAL CONNECTIONS Saturday, September 8, 2018 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Registration 9:00 - 9:30 AM Clatsop Community College Columbia Hall $ 10 Suggested Donation Keynote address from Jimmy Pearson Astoria Library Director Pre-register by Aug. 31. Call 503-338-2566 or register online at www.clatsopcc.edu/cel 12 INFORMATIVE PRESENTATIONS IN THREE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
