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www.hoodrivernews.com Hood River News, Saturday, January 24, 2015 A9 H APPENINGS Happenings may be edited for length. Listings may also be found online at hoodrivernews.com; click the Events tab. CALL TO ARTISTS ■ KOOBDOOGA: An Exhi- bition — Entry deadline Jan. 24, 2015. Exhibition at White Salmon Library; artists’ reception Jan. 31, 2-4 p.m. Artwork, pho- tographs, bead work, fiber arts, mediums to relate to the library’s first Community Reads Event featuring book “Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher.” Interested artists may pick up a copy of the book, exhibition details, display agreement and registration form at the library. KOOBDOOGA Committee reserves the right to reject works that do not meet the exhibition criteria. More info at 509-493-1132. FOR CHILDREN ■ Story Time at Hood River Library: To better meet the needs of different age groups, the library is offering two different story times: Music and Movement is perfect for infants and toddlers who aren’t quite ready to sit still for long and love to move; Song and Stories is ideal for older children who have an awareness of reading and can sit for longer stories. Baby/Toddler storytime and Big Kids story time, 10:30 a.m. Thursday mornings. ■ New Parent Services Playgroups For parents and their children ages newborn to 5; for more info contact Nancy Johanson Paul at 541-436-0319 or nan- cyp@nextdoorinc.org. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Cascade Locks City Hall gym. Tuesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. at Hood River Alliance Church, 2650 Montello Ave. (Contact the church at 541-386-2812 for de- tails.) Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m. at HR Early Childhood Center (former Pine Grove School), bilingual, with developmental specialists available (follows school calen- dar). For more info call 541-386- 4919. ■ Jan. 24 — Hood River Library family matinees, “The Sword in the Stone,” 2 p.m. at the downtown library. The library bills its series “great books made into great movies” and is free. ■ Through March 3 — Yoga for kids: Peace War- riors, 4-5 p.m. at Trinity Natural Medicine Body Arts Studio, 1808 Belmont. With Stephenie Going. Sign up through Community Ed, 541-386-2055, communi- ty.ed@hoodriver.k12.or.us, or hrcommunityed.org. $70. EXHIBITS ■ Through Jan. 31 — “New Year, New Work,” 11-5 p.m. at the Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade St. Featuring work of 10 local artists: Julie Abowitt, Laurel Bushman, Merilee Cooper, Charlene Fort, Sally Gilchrist, Barbara Murphy, David Ryan, Sally Reichmuth, Steve Stegall, and Jennifer Szolnoki. ■ Jan. 31 — Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum in The Dalles presents Braceros of the Pacific Northwest presentation with Dr. Roberto de Photo courtesy of CCA THROUGH Jan. 31 – New Year, New Works, at Columbia Center for the Arts, including “Summer Storm” oil on canvas by Jennifer Szol- noki (details in Exhibits). Anda, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Optional dinner ($15) at 6 p.m.; presenta- tion at 7. RSVP by Jan. 28 to 541-296-8600 ext. 201 or gorgediscovery.org. COMMUNITY EVENTS ■ Jan. 23 — Friday Craft Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, Oak and Cascade. Learn to knit a hat, scarf or mit- tens. Class 1 of 3 (Jan. 30, Feb. 6); $45, including classes and yarn. For more info contact Amy Zacher, 541-386-3996. ■ Jan. 24 — Eagle Watch, 9-2 p.m. at The Dalles Dam Visi- tor Center. Westrick Park, near the dam, seems to be a favorite winter vacation spot for eagles. Interpretive lectures, presenta- tions, films; bring scopes, binocu- lars and cameras. Free. ■ Jan. 24 — “Painting from the Heart,” 10:30-1 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, between Oak & Cascade. Express your true ideal, shadowy, divine self. $50; scholarships available. Three week class (Jan. 31 and Feb. 7). For more info contact Amy Zacher at 541-386-3996. ■ Jan. 24 — Free sleep presentation, 1-2 p.m. at Trini- ty Natural Medicine. Jennifer Szolnoki, MSW, LCSW, will talk about how to get a good night’s sleep without medication. More info at tworiverscoaching.com or 509-281-1008. ■ Jan. 24 — Wild Bill’s Bingo at the Elks Lodge, fundraiser for Elks scholarship programs, 7 p.m. Open to the community. Minimum $250 pro- gressive blackout each week. Hosted by the Elks and the Mid- Columbia Knights of Columbus. Dinners, starting at $8.50, are available from 5-7 p.m. ■ Jan. 25 — Author read- ing, Molly Gloss, 2 p.m. at the Hood River Library. Gloss will read and discuss her new book “Falling from Horses.” Free. For more info, contact the Library District at 541-386-2535, info@hoodriverlibrary.org, or hoodriverlibrary.org. ■ Jan. 27— Senior meals, noon at the Lyle Lions Communi- ty Center, corner of 5th St. and Hwy 14. Public always welcome. ■ Jan. 27 — Big Bingo at the HR Valley Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place, off Brook- side Drive. Doors open and food available at 5 p.m.; games begin promptly at 6 p.m. Funds raised support the Meals on Wheels program. ■ Jan. 27 — Hood River Watershed Group presents “Fire Hazard Conditions along Indian Creek and Reducing Risk to Homes” by Fire Chief Devon Wells and “Indian Creek Stew- ardship: Successes and Chal- lenges” by Indian Creek Stew- ards, 6 p.m. at the OSU Exten- sion meeting room, 2990 Exper- iment Station Rd. More info at 541-386-6063 or hoodriversw- cd.org/hrwg. ■ Jan. 27 — Harmony of the Gorge “Girls Night Out,” 6 p.m. at HR Valley Christian Church, 975 Indian Creek Rd. Spend an evening with Harmony of the Gorge, have fun and learn new music under direction of Judy Beckman. For info call 541- 645-0172 or 509-493-2006. ■ Jan. 28 — Gentle yoga for beginning seniors 50 and over, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Hood River Care Center, 729 Henderson Rd. Free. Taught by certified yoga instructor Christine Shannon. Wear loose, comfort- able clothing; bring yoga mat and water bottle; some mats available onsite. No experience necessary. ■ Jan. 28 — Breastfeed- ing Support Group, 12-1 p.m. at Riverside Church, Fourth and State. Mother-to-mother support led by Columbia Gorge Breast- feeding Coalition and facilitated by a Certified Lactation Consul- tant. For more info call Jennifer McCauley, RN, IBCLC, 541-387- 6344. ■ Jan. 28 — Brown Bag Workshop: Google Drive, 12- 1 p.m. at Gorge Innoventure, 1000 E. Port Marina Dr. Ste. 101. Learn to use Drive to create and edit files, upload and store files, etc. Bring your computer or smart phone; attendees are also encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch. $5. ■ Jan. 28 — American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-6 p.m. at Oregon National Guard Armory, 12th & Belmont. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800- RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. ■ Jan. 30 — Friday Fun Lunch with Andre & K.C., 11- 1:30 p.m. at HR Valley Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place, off Brookside Drive on the Heights. Dancers and listeners welcome. ■ Jan. 30 — Friday Craft Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, Oak and Cascade. Learn to knit a hat, scarf or mit- tens. Class 2 of 3 (Feb. 6); $45, including classes and yarn. For more info contact Amy Zacher, 541-386-3996. ■ Jan. 31 — Gorge First Tech Challenge at The Dalles Who’s Who’s 2014 od River News cation of the Ho A Special Publi 2015 Middle School, 1100 E. 12th St. Families and robot lovers of all ages are invited to watch the free all-day event at the FTC tournament. Best public viewing from noon-3 p.m. More info at froemmingb@nwasco.k12.or.us. ■ Jan. 31 — Estate Plan- ning for Parents, 10-noon at the Westside Elementary library. With Kristen Campbell. Overview of estate planning, including pit- falls of not having a will. Partici- pants leave with health care di- rective and other useful docu- ments. Sign up through Commu- nity Ed, 541-386-2055, commu- nity.ed@hoodriver.k12.or.us, or hrcommunityed.org. $25. ■ Jan. 31 — “Painting from the Heart,” 10:30-1 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, between Oak & Cascade. Express your true ideal, shadowy, divine self. $50; scholarships available. Sec- ond of three week class (Feb. 7). For more info contact Amy Zach- er at 541-386-3996 ■ Jan. 31 — Wild Bill’s Bingo at the Elks Lodge, fundraiser for Elks scholarship programs, 7 p.m. Open to the community. Minimum $250 pro- gressive blackout each week. Hosted by the Elks and the Mid- Columbia Knights of Columbus. Dinners, starting at $8.50, are available from 5-7 p.m. ■ Jan. 31 — HRVHS bene- fit show (rescheduled from Jan. 10), 7-8:30 p.m. in the Hood River Middle School Audi- torium. Variety show of current and returning performing arts alumni. Songs, dances, and stage combat performance. Admission $5 for adults, $3 children 12 and under. Produced by junior Miguel Vasquez as an EA Project. Pro- ceeds to benefit music and the- ater programs. ■ Feb. 2 — Tai Chi for Bal- ance, 1-2 p.m. in the Mount Hood Town Hall’s Mount Hood Room. Classes are free and for any level. No experience neces- sary; donations accepted. ■ Feb. 3 — Senior meals, noon at the Lyle Lions Communi- ty Center, corner of 5th St. and Hwy 14. Public always welcome. ■ Feb. 3 — Big Bingo at the HR Valley Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place, off Brook- side Drive. Doors open and food available at 5 p.m.; games begin promptly at 6 p.m. Funds raised support the Meals on Wheels program. ■ Feb. 3 — Let’s Cook Up a Meal Plan, 6 p.m. at Hood River County Extension Annex meeting room, 2990 Experiment Station Dr. Create customized weekly meal plans with tips on organization, prep, grocery shop- ping and more. Cost is $5 at the door. To register call 541-386- 3343 ext. 252 or email deb- bie.mcdonald@oregonstate.edu. ■ Feb. 4 — Brown Bag Workshop: Google Calendar, 12-1 p.m. at Gorge Innoventure, LOOK! This size ad in the HRN 9 times for only $117! Call Kirsten at 541-386-1234 1000 E. Port Marina Dr. Ste. 101. Learn about the web time man- agement system that comes free with your Google account. Bring your computer or smart phone; attendees are also encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch. $5. ■ Feb. 4 — GO! Sense of Place Lecture, “Mosier Cen- tennial: A Small Town with a Big Story,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Colum- bia Center for the Arts. Learn about dynamic people who helped shape the character and economy of Mosier. Cost $8 for general admission, $5 for GO! members. ■ Feb. 5 — Go Green: Growing and Enjoying Leafy Greens, 11 a.m. at HR Exten- sion Office classroom. Growing instructions and recipes, led by Lauren Kraemer; part of the Ex- tension Service Family and Com- munity Education study groups, who will share the lesson Feb. 12. More info at 541-386-3343. ■ Feb. 6 — Friday Fun Lunch with For the Good Times Band, 11-1:30 p.m. at HR Valley Adult Center, 2010 Sterling Place, off Brookside Drive on the Heights. Dancers and listeners welcome. ■ Feb. 6 — Friday Craft Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, Oak and Cascade. Learn to knit a hat, scarf or mit- tens. Class 3 of 3; $45, including classes and yarn. For more info contact Amy Zacher, 541-386- 3996. ■ Feb. 6 — Poetry read- ing, 7 p.m. at the White Salmon Valley Community Library Sprint/Baker Gallery. Readers to include Christopher Howell, Eastern Washington University, and White Salmon writers Debra Pennington-Davis and Frank See. Free. More info at 509-493- 1132 or fvrl.org. ■ Feb. 7 — Lyle Lions Breakfast, 7-10 a.m. at the Lyle Lions Community Center. Every- one welcome! ■ Feb. 7 — “Painting from the Heart,” 10:30-1 p.m. at New Leaf Studio, between Oak & Cascade. Express your true ideal, shadowy, divine self. $50; schol- arships available. Last of three week class. For more info contact Amy Zacher at 541-386-3996. ■ Feb. 7 — Pacific Crest Trail Mt. Hood Chapter an- nual celebration, 1-3 p.m. at the Gifford Pinchot National HQ. Featured speaker Bernadette Murray will tell story of Murray family of 5, who rode the PCT in 1969-1970 from Mexico to Canada. 2014 PCT volunteers will also be honored. ■ Feb. 7 — Author read- ing: Vikki Claflin, 2 p.m. at the Hood River Library. Claflin will read from her new book, Shake, Rattle & Roll With It: Living and Laughing with Parkinson’s. Free. More info at 541-386-2535 or info@hoodriverlibrary.org. ■ Feb. 7 — Wild Bill’s Bingo at the Elks Lodge, fundraiser for Elks scholarship programs, 7 p.m. Open to the community. Minimum $250 pro- gressive blackout each week. Hosted by the Elks and the Mid- Columbia Knights of Columbus. Dinners, starting at $8.50, are available from 5-7 p.m. ■ Feb. 9 — Tai Chi for Bal- ance, 1-2 p.m. in the Mount Hood Town Hall’s Mount Hood Room. Classes are free and for any level. No experience neces- sary; donations accepted. ■ Feb. 10 — Senior meals, noon at the Lyle Lions Communi- ty Center, corner of 5th St. and Hwy 14. Public always welcome. ■ Feb. 10 — Friends of the Hood River County li- braries meeting, noon in the Gaulke Meeting Room at the Hood River County Library. Any- one interested in joining the Friends and/or volunteering is in- vited to attend. For more info contact Ruth Tsu at 541-386- 5465 or Lani Roberts at 541- 250-9027. Public Notices PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The Mid-Columbia Center for Living an- nounces a Public Meeting of the Tri- County Mental Health Board on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 12:00 P.M. The Meeting will take place at 207 West Third Street, The Dalles, OR 97058. The meeting location is accessi- ble to persons with disabilities. A re- quest for an inter- preter for the hear- ing impaired or other accommodations for persons with disabil- ities should be made at least 48 hours be- fore the meeting to Amy Johnson at [541] 386-2620, ext. 2208. 7-1t PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE MID-COLUMBIA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Notice is hereby given that the MC- COG Board of Di- rectors will meet Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at MCCOG, 1113 Kelly Ave., The Dalles, OR. (541) 298-4101. Principal subjects: Election of 2015 Board Officers and Executive Com- mittee members, Appointment of Bud- get Officer and Bud- get Committee Members, and Fis- cal items. 7-1t Legal notice address hrnlegals@hoodrivernews.com Questions? 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