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B2 THE ASTORIAN • THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2019 RELIGION BRIEFS SELF-HELP GROUPS 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 informa- tion, call Shawn Leonard, pastor, at 503-949-5033. Hope Recovery Church SEASIDE — The pilot worship ser- vice for Hope Gathering of Christ’s Recovery Church launches at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Table Church, 852 Broadway. Lead pastor Rev. Glen Maiden is starting this new church to connect with recovering people from all walks of life. Sam Hughes is leading wor- ship for the new church meetings; reg- ular Friday night services begin at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 13. Maiden graduated with honors from Asbury University in Bible and bibli- cal languages. He earned his master’s degree from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary in New Testament and Chris- tian education. His doctorate is in the theology and neuroscience of addiction from West- ern Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan. Maiden has certifications in sex addiction therapy, financial dis- orders, post-traumatic stress disor- der treatment and mental health, and is currently in Ph.D. studies in clinical sexology. Hughes graduated from Dominion College and has a master’s level course- work of study called “Convergence” at Western Seminary in Portland. “My family and I came to the North Coast to plant churches,” he said. “We have finally achieved that vision with Hope Recovery Church.” For information, call Rev. Maiden at 503-440-5532. Chor Anno performs at First Presbyterian Church Chor Anno, a choir comprised of Pacific Northwest high school and college choir directors, has cho- sen Astoria this year for its annual performance. The group is being hosted by the First Presbyterian Church, 1103 Grand Ave., and their con- certs are being held on Sunday: at 10 a.m., during the worship service, and at 1 p.m. for the neighborhood and community. There is no cost for admission, and all are welcome. For information, call the church at 503-325-1702. Astoria Regatta Association The Astoria Regatta Rose Planting ceremony in 2011. Regatta Rose Planting ceremony returns to Astoria The Astorian The Astoria Regatta Rose Plant- ing ceremony returns to the historical Flavel House Museum rose gardens at 9 a.m. Saturday, when Portland’s Royal Rosarians present the roses to be planted to the Regatta admiral, presi- dent and 2020 queen. Bruce Conner is the master of cer- emonies. After McAndrew Burns of the Clatsop County Historical Society offers words of welcome, the Regatta dignitaries and court are introduced, followed by a color guard, the national anthem, performed by Chris Lynn Tay- lor, and the rose planting. “We especially encourage everyone to attend so we can celebrate and honor our former mayor and our 2019 Astoria Regatta admiral, Willis Van Dusen,” Nancy Kennell of the Astoria Regatta Committee said. “This Regatta event has always been one of his favorites.” Al-Anon (Astoria) — 7 p.m. Tues- day, Peace Lutheran Church, 565 12th St.;12 p.m. Wednesday, First United Meth- odist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. For infor- mation, call 503-325-1087. Al-Anon (Clatskanie) — 7 p.m. Mon- day, Faith Lutheran Church, 1010 N.E. Fifth St., Clatskanie. For information, call 503-728-3351. Al-Anon (Nehalem) — 7 p.m. Mon- day, Riverbend Room, North County Rec- reation District, 36155 Ninth St. For infor- mation, call 503-368-8255. Al-Anon (Seaside) — 6:30 p.m. Tues- day, Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broad- way, call 503-810-5196 for information. Al-Anon (Tillamook) — 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, St. Albans Episcopal Church, 2102 Sixth St., call 503-842-5094 for infor- mation; 9 a.m. Thursday, 6505 Headquar- ter St., Tillamook; noon Friday, 5012 Third St., call 503-730-5863 for information. Al-Anon Family Groups information — Oregon Area Al-Anon website, orego- nal-anon.org Alateen (Tillamook) — 4 p.m. Mon- day, 5012 Third St. For information, call 503-730-5863. Alcoholics Anonymous — To find a meeting in Clatsop County, call 971-601- 9220, in Tillamook County, call 503-739- 4856, or go to aa-oregon.org Men’s Sexual Purity Recovery Group — Tuesday nights. Part of the Pure Life Alliance (purelifealliance.org) in Port- land. For information, call the confiden- tial voice mail at 503-750-0817 and leave a message. Narcotics Anonymous — The North- west Oregon Area of Narcotics Anony- mous (NWONA) holds meetings in Clat- sop County. For full schedule details, as well as upcoming special events, call the Helpline at 503-717-3702, or go to na.org Overeaters Anonymous — 1 p.m. Sunday, Suzanne Elise Assisted Living Community library, 101 Forest Drive, Sea- side. Call 503-738-0307 for information. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) (Astoria) — 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting Tuesday, First Lutheran Church, 725 33rd St. For information, call Trisha Hayrynen at 503-298-9058. TOPS (Seaside) — 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. meeting Tuesday, North Coast Family Fel- lowship Church, 2245 N. Wahanna Road. All are welcome. For information, call 509-910-0354. TOPS (Warrenton) — 9 to 9:45 a.m. weigh-in, 10 a.m. meeting Wednes- day, First Baptist Church, 30 N.E. First St. For information, call Marilyn Barnard 503-861-2918 or Glennys Sherman at 503-338-8214. COMMUNITY NOTES FRIDAY AAUW Walking Group — 9:30 a.m. Sea- side Branch of American Association of Uni- versity Women weekly low-impact group walk, followed by coff ee and fellowship. For informa- tion, call 503-738-7751. Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Senior Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Sug- gested donation of $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For informa- tion, 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. Advanced Line Dancing — 1 to 2 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Seaside Duplicate Bridge — 1 to 4:30 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Come with a partner or call ahead for one at 503-738-7817. Lessons also available. Better Breathers Club — 1:30 to 3 p.m., Providence Seaside Hospital, Suite 113 (lower level), 725 S. Wahanna Road. Sessions off er sup- port, ways and techniques to cope with COPD, asthma, pulmonary fi brosis and other respi- ratory issues. Caregivers also welcome. No cost, but registration encouraged by calling 800-562-8964. 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 SATURDAY Lower Columbia R/C Society — 8:30 a.m., Buoy 9 Restaurant & Lounge, 996 Pacifi c Drive, Hammond. Local Academy of Model Aeronau- tics (AMA) chartered radio control model aircraft club meets for breakfast and business. All model aircraft enthusiasts are welcome. For informa- tion, call 503-458-5196 or 503-325-0608. Chinook Indian Nation Council — 9 a.m., Ford Room, Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Drive. Meeting open to all tribal members, please arrive on time. No potluck. Contact the Tribal Offi ce at 360-875-6670 for questions. Seaside Duplicate Bridge — 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mary Blake Playhouse, 1215 Broadway, Seaside. Come with a partner or call ahead for one at 503-791-9745. Angora Hiking Club — 10:30 a.m., Astoria Aquatic Center parking lot. Line up for Astoria Regatta Parade by 11 a.m. Sit & Stitch — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Homespun Quilts & Yarn, 108 10th St. Bring knitting, cro- chet or other needlework projects to this com- munity stitching time. All skill levels welcome. Columbia Northwestern Model Railroad- ing Club — 1 p.m., in Hammond. Group runs trains on HO-scale layout. For information, call Don Carter at 503-325-0757. Spinning Circle — 1 to 3 p.m., Astoria Fiber Arts Studio, 1296 Duane St. Bring a spinning wheel. For information, call 503-325-5598 or go to astoriafi berarts.org SUNDAY Seniors Breakfast — 9 a.m. to noon, Asto- ria Moose Lodge, 420 17th St. Cooked to order from menu, includes coff ee. Cost is $5 for seniors 62 and older, $7.50 for those younger than 62. Breakfasts are open to the public. Pro- ceeds after expenses help support local and other charities. Blacksmith Enthusiasts Meet — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Camp 18 Blacksmith Shop, 42362 U.S. Highway 26, Seaside. Participants can bring own forge and anvil setup. Metal available to experi- ment with; coal provided. No charge; donations to Camp 18 Loggers Memorial Museum wel- come. For information, contact Mark Standley at 503-434-0148 or Herman Doty at 971-306-1043 or ringinganvildesign@gmail.com National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Support Group — 2 to 3:30 p.m., Seaside Pub- lic Library, 1131 Broadway. Family to Family Sup- port Group, for anyone with friend or loved one suff ering from a serious brain (mental) illness. For information, contact Myra Kero at 503-738- 6165, or k7erowood@q.com, or go to nami.org Line Dancing — 5:30 to 8 p.m., Seaside American Legion, 1315 Broadway. For informa- tion, call 503-738-5111. No cost; suggested $5 tip to the instructor. MONDAY Chair Exercises for Seniors — 9 to 9:45 a.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St. For information, call 503-325-3231. Astoria High School Class of 1970 — 11 a.m., Koff ee Klatch at Rod’s Bar and Grill, 45 N.E. Skipanon Drive, Warrenton. For informa- tion, call ShawnAnn Hope at 503-791-1231. Senior Lunch — 11:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Suggested donation $3 for those older than 60; $6.75 for those younger than 60. For informa- tion, 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 Program — noon, Warrenton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St. Suggested donation of $6 for seniors and $7 for those younger than 60. For informa- tion, or to volunteer, call 503-861-3502 Monday or Thursday. REGATTA SQUARE COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY Downtown Astoria 12th and Duane Streets 2111 Exchange St., Astoria, Oregon • 503-325-4321 www.columbiamemorial.org • A Planetree Gold Hospital
