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B5 THE ASTORIAN • THuRSdAy, NOvEmbER 21, 2019 Assistance League receives $2,000 check Just say ‘no’ to hosting Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific members were presented with a check for $2,000 from the Windermere Foundation at the organization’s Nov. 7 fall luncheon. The luncheon is an annual celebration of volunteer contributions to the organization’s philanthropic programs benefiting Clatsop County school children in need. Pictured, from left, are Pam Ackley of Windermere Realty Trust and Karen Radditz, president of the Columbia Pacific chapter of the Assistance League. For information, go to assistanceleaguecp.org RELIGION BRIEFS Grace Episcopal The Rt. Rev. Michael Joseph Hanley, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Oregon, presides at the 10 a.m. Sunday service, and will act in his role as chief priest and pastor. He will visit with the congregation following the ser- vice, when he will be available for questions. There is a Thanksgiving Eucharist Celebration at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., at 7 p.m. Wednesday, with music featuring Thanksgiving hymns. Dec. 1 is the First Sunday of Advent, which the church cele- brates at the 10 a.m. service with the lighting of the first of four can- dles in the Advent wreath. The lab- yrinth will be available for walk- ing from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday. A labyrinth introduction is offered at 3 p.m. upon request. It takes an average of 30 minutes to complete the walk. For information, call the church at 503-325-4691 or go to graceas- toria.org First Baptist First Baptist Church of Asto- ria, 349 Seventh St., is hosting its annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the church on Sunday, after the worship service, begin- ning at 12:30 p.m. A Service of Thanksgiving begins at 10:45 a.m., and con- cludes with individuals sharing what they are thankful for, which they will write on leaves to be placed on the Thanksgiving Tree. For information, call the church at 503-325-1761. Dear Annie: Christmas is to nip this woman’s interest in around the corner, and my mother the bud before it blossoms into has asked me to host Christmas a bigger crush. The next time at my house. (Roughly 30 people you’re speaking with her one- will be there.) I do not feel my on-one, whether in person or house is big enough, and host- over the phone, gently say some- ing an event at my house gives thing to the effect of: “I feel I me extreme anxiety! I should mention that I’m hosted last year, but only not interested in dating, DEAR but I think you’re ter- because I was guilted ANNIE rific and would love to into doing so. My house become better friends, is just average size, but if you’re up for that.” it’s the largest of my sis- ters’ and mother’s. While Will it be slightly awk- ward? Yes, but only for everyone seems to be a moment, and you’ll having a good time, I’m breathe easier afterward constantly worried about how cramped we are, ANNIE LANE knowing you’ve been Creators honest. how messy my house is Syndicate Inc. Dear Annie: getting, if there’s enough Recently, you responded food, etc. I can’t enjoy myself. I really to a reader with some walk- do not want to host again, but ing tips for safety. Please add don’t know what to tell them. that walkers should wear reflec- Please help. — Not Feeling the tive clothing so that they will be seen. (White/light-colored cloth- Christmas Spirit Dear Not Feeling: The magic ing does not count as reflective.) word is “No.” It really is that sim- Far too often, when driving to ple. And though you truly don’t and from work, I see people out owe anyone an explanation, you walking in dark-colored cloth- have an easy one to reach for, if ing. The only reason I hav- you must: You hosted last year. en’t hit one is that I am paying It’s someone else’s turn. Let close attention. This is especially them huff, hem and haw, and sort important with time changes and it out amongst themselves. But longer periods of darkness. I wear a reflective vest and stand your ground. If you agree to host again and end up resent- my dog wears a flashing reflec- ful, you’ll only have yourself to tive harness when we walk. I’d blame. rather be safe than sorry. — mJ Dear Annie: I’m trying to from massachusetts Dear MJ from Massachu- figure out how the dynamics of the dating world work. I’m 62. I setts: Indeed your advice is met a lady not long ago and she especially relevant as we’ve now seems really interested in me. entered those dreadful months In my younger years, I might when it’s dark by 5 p.m. Reflec- have flirted back and encour- tive vests are affordable (around aged the young lady’s affections. $8 online and at stores such as But at my age, I’m not interested Walmart and Dick’s Sporting in leading anyone on. I would Goods) yet priceless in the pro- like to just be friends with this tection they might afford. I love woman. If she wants more, what that you have a reflective har- should I do? Any advice? — Not ness for your pup, as well, and would encourage anyone who Interested Dear Not Interested: The walks a dog at night to take such kindest thing that you can do is measures. Classifieds SELL YOUR VEHICLE HERE! If it Drives or Floats... GARAGE SALE SEASON IS HERE! 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