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B2 THE ASTORIAN • THuRSdAy, July 18, 2019 Astoria Regatta seeks old photos, memorabilia RELIGION BRIEFS Community HU sing SEASIDE — A Sound Of Soul Event, Singing HU (Hue), an ancient name for God, takes place at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, sponsored by ECKANKAR, The Path Of Spiritual Free- dom. For information, contact Seann Valen at eckcoast@ gmail.com Cannon Beach Community CANNON BEACH — Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 E. Washington St., holds an Evensong ser- vice 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, candle- light and time for quiet reflection. For information, call the church at 503-436-1222. Grace Episcopal Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., hosts an art reception for Jane McGeehan at 11:30 a.m. Sunday. This exhibit of watercolors and acrylics can be viewed from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday until Aug. 9. The annual Grace Rummage Sale takes place Aug. 15, 16 and 17. Donations are being accepted, and may be dropped off at the church from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. For information, call the church at 503-325-4691 or go to graceastoria.org Astoria Regatta Association Calling all past Astoria Regatta and Anchor members, and all members of the community: Old Regatta photos and memorabilia are needed for the special Astoria Regatta 125th anniversary celebration Aug. 7 to Aug. 11. Examples would be items or photos about Regatta history, the float and court, and waterfront events such as fishing, boat races, etc. The submission deadline is July 26. Pictured, a vintage photo of the Anchors marching in a Regatta parade. For questions or information, call Nancy Kennell at 503-325-5219 or 503-440-7336. Digital files can be emailed to nancyk06@yahoo.com VOLUNTEER NOTES Cheerleaders raise funds for cheer camp Sue Cody Astoria High School cheerleaders raised money for cheer camp at a car wash Saturday. The students got home at midnight from a performance, then were up early for the fundraiser, Coach Mariah Collins said. The energetic cheer squad will attend cheer camp at Oregon State University in August. Telling partial truths Dear Annie: My hus- man in 1969. I chose to band constantly lies by ignore your advice — and omission of details of what now Kathi’s — and I dis- posed of the letters. I will he has done. He has had two affairs explain why that was the with other women — that right decision for me. I know of. He thinks if First of all, I would he tells part of the never send those truth, it is OK. That letters to a col- DEAR lege library with- is how his mind ANNIE out first contacting works, and he my old boyfriend doesn’t care what I to ask permission; think. What is wrong to do otherwise with him? His would be a huge mother was the invasion of his pri- vacy and my own. same way. — ANNIE LANE So why did I not Questioning in PA Creators Dear Ques- take your advice Syndicate Inc. tioning: No matter two months ago what sort of mental and contact him to gymnastics your husband ask if he wanted the let- engages in to convince ters? I was mostly think- himself he’s not a bad guy, ing about him and his fam- a half-told truth is a lie. If ily when I decided not he wants to make things to reach out. What if he right, he’ll agree to go to and his wife are currently marriage counseling with going through a rough you. A counselor might patch in their relationship help uncover whatever and she is a jealous sort deep-seated issues drive who might be threatened him toward cheating and by old letters with at least lying, and there you two a bit of romance in them? can work together to build What if curious grown a new foundation, because children cannot resist the his past actions have put a urge to read these letters rot in the old one. Taking and — God forbid — they things apart and building chose to contact me for your relationship anew is “old times’ sake”? Indeed, your best hope at having a a box of old letters could turn into a can of worms, healthy married life. Dear Annie: I am and I was not willing to let “Time Capsule in My that happen. Attic,” who wrote to you I remember the day I earlier this year about find- threw the letters into our ing a 50-year-old box of town’s recycle bin, almost letters written to me by 3,000 miles from the fancy my high school boyfriend college where he penned during his first year of col- his thoughts 50 years ago. I lege at a prestigious Ivy was grateful to have known League school. I was won- him, but even more grate- dering what I should do ful for the full, wonder- with them. Back then, I ful life I found for myself considered your response without him. I did not want that I should contact my to risk any ill feelings or former boyfriend and awkwardness by suddenly send him these letters reaching out after all these because he might be inter- years with that box of let- ested in reading about his ters. — Right decision for life back then. Your col- Me umn today featured a letter Dear Right: I’m glad from Kathi, the retired spe- you made the right deci- cial manuscripts librarian, sion for you. And I’m who suggested that his col- always interested to hear lege would likely be inter- from previous letter writers ested in these letters for about what solutions they research purposes into the tried and how they worked day-to-day life of a fresh- out. So, thanks for sharing! 4-H — Looking for 4-H leaders. For information, call Sandra Carlson at the Oregon State University Extension at 503-325-8573. American Red Cross — Needs registration volunteers (donor ambassadors) in Clat- sop County to provide cus- tomer service and enhance the blood donor experience. For information, call Angela Basurtto at 503-528-5430. 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 fund- raising, yard maintenance, spending quality time with the dogs or fostering a senior dog, short or long term, con- tact Jacque Pressly at angels- forsara@gmail.com or call 503-325-2772. Astoria Column — 1 Coxcomb Drive. Volunteers needed to welcome visi- tors, provide information and answer questions about the Astoria Column and the city of Astoria. For information, call the Friends of the Asto- ria Column Visitor Center at 503-325-2963. Astoria Riverfront Trolley Association — 111 W. Marine Drive. Needs conductors/ motormen to operate trolley and narrate 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 vol- unteer, call Larry Miller at 503-325-3231. 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 wel- coming guests, serving din- ner, cleaning the kitchen, monitoring the sleeping area overnight, and closing the shelter in the morning. Volun- teers also needed for weekly litter patrols in the neighbor- hood. To volunteer, email asto- riawarmingcenter@gmail.com Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce — 111 W. Marine Drive. Volun- teers needed at the chamber and for events. For informa- tion, 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., Can- non Beach. Volunteers needed for breakfast or lunch prepa- ration and cleanup, reading groups, math groups, lunch/ recess duty and housekeep- ing. Shifts are 1.25 hours or longer. For information, call 503-298-5245. Cannon Beach Library — 131 N. Hemlock, Cannon Beach. Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks and time commitments, including alphabetizing bookshelves, covering books, doing minor building maintenance, help- ing with a speakers’ series, and participating in annual book sales and other events. For information email info@can- nonbeachlibrary.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 commit- ment: one year, about eight hours per month. For informa- tion, contact Laura Parker at 503-325-8601 or lparker@co. clatsop.or.us Clatsop Animal Assis- tance Inc. — Needs volunteers who have a strong commit- ment to work on behalf of the Clatsop County Animal Shel- ter’s dogs and cats. For infor- mation, email info@dogsn- cats.org or call 503-861-0737. Clatsop County Animal Shelter — Animal care volun- teers 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 Atkin- son at 503-325-1000. Clatsop Community Action Regional Food Bank — Volunteers needed to help hand out fruits and vegetables at the weekly produce pan- tries for two hours on Thurs- days, from April to October, in Seaside and Warrenton. Ware- house attendants are needed for food packing or process- ing, picking orders for agen- cies, light janitorial and house- keeping, or lawn and grounds maintenance. Three to four- hour shifts are available Mon- day through Friday. To volun- teer, call 503-861-3663. Clatsop Community Col- lege 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 Pub- lic 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. Volun- teers must receive safety ori- entation. For information, call 503-325-8631. Clatsop Cruise Hosts — Looking for volunteers to meet and greet cruise ship passen- gers and crew, provide infor- mation 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 information, go to clatsopcruisehosts.org Coast Community Radio — Volunteers needed for a variety of opportunities and time commitments includ- ing weekday front desk, music library digital conver- sion, graphic and sign making, booths at farmers markets and special events, landscaping, and mailing parties. For infor- mation, email janet@coastra- dio.org or call 503-325-0010. Columbia Memorial Hos- pital — Needs volunteers to provide assistance to patients, visitors and hospital staff. Training provided. For infor- mation, go to columbiam- emorial.org. To schedule an interview, call 503-325-4321. Columbia River Mari- time Museum — 1792 Marine Drive. Volunteer opportuni- ties for those with an inter- est in maritime history. For information, call the volun- teer coordinator weekdays at 503-325-2323. Columbia Senior Diners — 1111 Exchange St., Asto- ria Senior Center.Volunteers needed weekdays to serve tables and for kitchen help. To volunteer, call 503-325-9693. La Voz de la Comunidad helps maintain historic garden Lower Columbia Hispanic Council La Voz de la Comunidad (The Voice of the Community), a branch of the nonprofit Lower Columbia Hispanic Council, has voted to help maintain the Tidal Rock Garden, adopted by local artist Jessica Schlief, as their summer community project. On Saturday, an excited group showed up to help maintain the park and learn more about the area. The Blue Scorcher Bakery and Fort George provided snacks and drinks for the volunteers. Victims’ services grant fund applications sought The Astorian The Clatsop County Public Safety Coordinat- ing Council is requesting proposals for justice rein- vestment grant money for victims’ services. The amount available for the 2019-2021 bien- nium is $52,500. Non- profits can request all or a portion of the allotment. The nonprofits selected will be required to submit annual progress reports about how the funding is used. Applications must be submitted via email to khanthorn@co.clat- sop.or.us no later than 12 p.m. on Aug 2. A deci- sion will be made at the Public Safety Coordinat- ing Council on Aug. 2. SELF-HELP GROUPS Al-Anon (Astoria) — 7 p.m. Tuesday, Peace Lutheran Church, 565 12th St.;12 p.m. Wednes- day, First United Method- ist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. For information, call 503-325-1087. Al-Anon (Clatskanie) — 7 p.m. Monday, Faith Lutheran Church, 1010 N.E. Fifth St., Clatskanie. For information, call 503-728-3351. Al-Anon (Nehalem) — 7 p.m. Monday, River- bend Room, North County Recreation District, 36155 Ninth St. For information, call 503-368-8255. Al-Anon (Seaside) — 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broad- way, call 503-810-5196 for information. Al-Anon (Tillamook) — 7:30 p.m. Wednes- day, St. Albans Episcopal Church, 2102 Sixth St., call 503-842-5094 for infor- mation; 9 a.m. Thursday, 6505 Headquarter St., Til- lamook; noon Friday, 5012 Third St., call 503-730- 5863 for information. Al-Anon Family Groups information — Oregon Area Al-Anon website, oregonal-anon. org Alateen (Tillamook) — 4 p.m. Monday, 5012 Third St. For information, call 503-730-5863. Alcoholics Anony- mous — To find a meet- ing in Clatsop County, call 971-601-9220, in Til- lamook County, call 503- 739-4856, or go to aa-ore- gon.org Men’s Sexual Purity Recovery Group — Tues- day nights. Part of the Pure Life Alliance (pureli- fealliance.org) in Portland. For information, call the confidential voice mail at 503-750-0817 and leave a message.
