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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL April 1, 2015 9B C ALENDAR C HOICES 2 T HURSDAY 7 a.m.: Rotary Community Projects Committee. Meets at Café Sheilagh. Info: 541-942- 7309 8:30-9:30 a.m.: KNND 1400 AM Beeper Show. Call in discussion show - various topics/guests. 541-942-5548 10 a.m.: NAMI. At Jack Sprats on Main St. Info: 541-343-7688 10 a.m.-1 p.m.: Creswell’s Over- 40 Social Club. At Creswell Community Center, 99 S. 1st St, one block south of City Hall. Learn more at http://www.face- book.com/creswellover40 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Closet at 6th and Gibbs. Church of Christ 6th and Gibbs, together with Lane Pregnancy Support Center, offer diapers and maternity, infant and other clothing sizes as supplies allow. Noon: CG Rotary Club. Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant, 401 E. Main. Info: 541-942-9489. Noon-3 p.m.: Adventist Community Services. 820 S. 10th St. Free clothes, shoes, bedding and emergency food boxes. Does NOT pay for elec- tricity, gas, pharmacy or other such bills. Good useable dona- tions welcome (clothes, bed- ding, bathroom, kitchen towels). 5:15-6:15 p.m.: TLC Community Kitchen. Free. Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 S. 7th. Doors Open 5 pm. Info: 541-942-2373. 6:30 p.m.: Humane Society of CG Board Meeting. Sinclair Room at City Hall. Public wel- come to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Eastern Star #4. Meets at the Masonic Center, 33322 Row River Rd. Members only. 3 F RIDAY 8 a.m.: All Professionals Network. A referral organiza- tion designed to increase busi- ness among its members. A fun proactive group that is interested in the future growth and devel- opment of business in Cottage Grove. Meets in Shepherd Room at the Cottage Grove Community Center. Donuts & Coffee served. $25 annual dues. Info: Laura Harmon 541-870- 1681. 8:30-9:30 a.m.: KNND 1400 AM Beeper Show. See Thursday’s listing for detail. 9 a.m.: Preschool Music and Art Class. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 and their par- ents or caregivers. Held at First Presbyterian Church. No sign-up necessary. Info: Joanna Newton 541-942-4550 10:30 a.m.: Story Time for Tots. Cottage Grove Library. Ages 0-6 recommended (w/parental supervision) to listen to stories and participate in fun filled age appropriate fun. 1-4 p.m.: Pinochle Playing. All ages men and women at Senior Center in CG Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs. Any level of player. (Wed. and Fri.) Info: 541-942-3694 1:30-3 p.m.: NAMI Connection. At Healing Matrix, 632 Main St. Support group program for people living with mental health issues and is operated by peers for peers. Info: 541-343-7688 5 p.m.: Friday Meal. Free at Church of God 6th & Gibbs. 5 p.m.: VFW “Community Invited” Dinner. Public and families always welcome. VFW Post #3473, 3160 Hillside Dr. Includes entrée, salad, dessert, beverage. Adults $8, Kids 6-17 Lane County Master Gardener Assn. in partnership with OSU Extension Service. At 996 Jefferson St., Eugene 1-3 p.m.: Major Ari Barab. Speaking at CG Library shar- ing his time spent in the Israeli Palmach/Commando in Palestine, Israel 1948. 5 S UNDAY Easter. Linked to the Jewish Passover by much of its symbol- ism, as well as by its position 8:30-9 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.: SMART. Start making a reader today at Harrison Elementary. Approved volunteers only read- ing with selected students. Info: Vicki Formosa 541-942-4960 or Ardis Belknap 541-942-9676. 8:30-9:30 a.m.: KNND 1400 AM Beeper Show. See Thursday’s listing for detail. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Caregiver Networking Meeting. Guest speaker - Gloria Campuzano, Dietician. At 1200 E. Quincy, Fellowship Hall. Potluck lunch. Info: Shirley 541-232-0966 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Closet at 6th and Gibbs. See Thursday’s listing will talk about Oregonians for Public Integrity and what they are doing to hold legislators and public officials accountable. Meeting open to public and no cost to attend at Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant. Info: cg912project@gmail.com 6:30-7 p.m.: Parents Connect. Fun-filled hour of story-time and literacy activities, songs and crafts. Presented in English and Spanish. For you and your chil- dren aged up to 6 years old to enjoy books at the library with support from S. Lane School District Family Resource Center. Library is located at 700 E. DR. JONATHAN BACKER 8 Every Smile has a story W EDNESDAY 6DPH 'D\ 0HWDO )UHH &URZQV 'LJLWDO ;UD\V 1HZ 3DWLHQWV :HOFRPH 3UHYHQWDWLYH DQG &RVPHWLF 'HQWLVWU\ Let us be a part of yours! 1551 E. Main Cottage Grove, OR 541-942-8437 “Creating Smiles That Last A Lifetime” www.drjonathanbacker.com $3, 5 and under free. Handicap accessible. Drug, Smoke and Alcohol Free. Info: John Landon 541-946-3888 5-6 p.m.: Stand for Peace/ Occupy CG. Rally in the Community Square, 7th and Main Streets. 5-7 p.m.: Chicken Fried Steak Dinner. CG Emblem Club #269. Cottage Grove Elk’s Lodge, 755 N. River Rd. Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Veggie, Roll, Salad and Dessert . Cost $6.50 pp. Public is welcome. Info: 541-942-3554 6:30 p.m.: London Grange Potluck. Public welcome, bring a dish to share. At London Grange Hall at 10 mile post - 72746 London Rd. Info: Dennis Chapman at 541-942-9681 4 S ATURDAY 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Family Fishing. At Cottage Grove Pond in Row River Nature Park. Info: 541-726-3515 ext. 28. or http:// www.dfw.state.or.us/education/ angling/family_fishing.asp 10 a.m.: Carl M. Kebelbeck VFW Post #3473. Members meet at 3160 Hillside Dr. Info: 541-942-7099 1 p.m.: Learning Landscape Open House. Free, donations welcome. To provide informal demonstrations and answer questions regarding raised plant- er boxes, composting, adaptable gardening, etc. Sponsored by in the calendar. In many lan- guages, the words for “Easter” and “Passover” are identical or very similar. Easter customs vary across the world in wor- ship services, Easter eggs, lilies, parades, and food traditions. 8-11 a.m.: VFW Post #3473 Breakfast. 3160 Hillside Dr. Eggs and Hashbrowns, Choice of Ham or Sausage, Choice of Pancakes or Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice. Public and fami- lies always welcome. Handicap accessible. Adults $6, Kids (under 12) $3 Info: Bob 541- 895-4051. 2 p.m.: Aprovecho Guided Tour. Take a full guided tour of Aprovecho’s sustainable for- estry operations, organic garden, straw bale dormitory, aquacul- ture system, natural building demonstrations and more! Tour is from 2-3 hours long. You will leave with many new ideas for using sustainable practices and technologies in your own life. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Visit www.aprove- cho.net for directions (80574 Hazelton Rd.) Suggested dona- tion $5-$10, all welcome. Info: 541-942-8198 5-6 p.m.: “Sunday Supper”. Free supper and brown bag meal to take. Cottage Grove Community Center. Volunteers encouraged to help. 6 M ONDAY 8:30-9:30 am Mon.-Fri.; KIDS CLUB South Lane School District grades 3:00-4:00 pm Tues. & Thurs.; 11:00 am-12 pm Sat. 1-5. After school to 6 p.m. Mon-Fri on regular school Daugherty Aquatic Center days. Supervised play, homework help 1440 S. 8th St., 541-942-5533 and snack. Cost $50/month. Call for public hours, lap swim hours, family swim hours Info: 541-359-6794 and costs. Partial scholarships available. Shallow Water Aerobics Daugherty Aquatic Center Yoga - Community Center Mon, Wed, Fri 7:30-8:30 a.m. Mon. 6-7:30 p.m.; Fri 10-11:30 Call 541-942-5585 for more info a.m. $5 drop in, first class and cost - first session free. free. Info 541-554-6796 Beginners & Intermediate Yoga CG Community Center, 7th & Gibbs Info: Jane L. Guerber 541-942- 5876 Wed.: 6 pm $5/session Cottage Grove Therapy Pool Aquatic Exercise Classes Community Center, 7th & Gibbs.; Info: Teresa 541-942-1185 for detail. 12:45 p.m.: Bingo. Reception Room at Community Center, 700 Gibbs. Public welcome. 5 cents per card per game 1-4 p.m.: Pine Needle Basketry. Instruction for making pine needle baskets for those 12 years and older. Materials cost depends on project. At Crafty Mercantile on Main Street. Info: Pat Easton 541-530-9221 4-5:30 p.m.: Autism Rocks. Autism peer support group meeting at Healing Matrix. Ages 18 and up. Make new friends in a safe and confidential place. Free. Info: Maggie 541-335- 1776 5 p.m.: Teen Games. Cottage Grove Library. Tween and Teens invited to play board games. Play available ones at library or bring some from home. Bring a friend or two! 5-6:30 p.m.: Community Dinner. First Methodist Church, 334 Washington Ave. Adults $5. Children free. Info: 541-942- 3033 5:30 p.m.: South Lane School Board Meeting. Regular ses- sion open to public at 455 Adams Ave. 6:30 p.m.: Reading With Rover. At Cottage Grove Library spon- sored by Humane Society of CG. Elementary children have a chance to read to therapy dogs. Goal of program is to create a positive, non-threatening and fun environment for young read- ers. 6:30 p.m.: CG 912 Project. Guest speaker - Jacob Daniels Gibbs, Ave. 6:30-8 p.m.: Women’s Support Group. Call Womenspace for location, 541-767-3879. Womenspace Crisis Line 24/7 is 541-485-6513. 7 p.m.: Overeaters Anonymous. First Presbyterian Church, 216 S. 3rd St. (corner 3rd and Adams). Enter on 3rd St. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Info: Saunders 541-942-5883. 7 T UESDAY 8:30-9:30 a.m.: KNND 1400 AM Beeper Show. See Thursday’s listing for detail. Noon-3 p.m.: Adventist Community Services. See Thursday’s listing for detail. 1 p.m.: Creswell’s Over-40 Social Club. See Thursday’s listing for detail. 3 p.m.: Veterans Support Services. Reps and caseworkers from the VA available to help veterans connect to resources and benefits. At Healing Matrix, 632 E. Main St. Info: 541-767- 3707 4-5 p.m.: CG Youth Choir. Students age 12-16 may join. Rehearsals at First Presbyterian Church. Call Joanna Newton 541-942-4550 to audition and register. 5:15-6:15 pm: TLC Community Kitchen. Free. Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 S. 7th. Doors Open 5 pm. Info: 541-942-2373. 6 p.m.: Relay for Life. Team Captains meet in the Shepherd DRUG and ALCOHOL groups EXERCISE and FUN Thursday 6:30 p.m.: AA Meeting- Rush Hour. Open Meeting. At CG Community Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. 6:30 p.m.: Al-Anon Meeting. At CG Community Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. Info: 541-554-7994 or 541-510-4228 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous Book Study. Open Meeting. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th St. Contact: 541-767-0906. Sunday Friday 7 p.m.: Nar-A-Non Family Meeting. CG Comm. Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. For family and friends of addicts. 7 p.m.: AA Meeting- No Name Group. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th St. Info: 541-942-3942. 6:30 p.m.: Celebrate Recovery - At Cavalry Chapel Cottage Grove, 522 E Whiteaker Ave. Info: 541-520-8071 7 p.m.: Open AA meeting - Good Medicine Group. At CG Community Center, 700 Gibbs Ave., in Activity Room. Info: Karen 541-513-5126. 8 p.m.: AA meeting-Gratitude Group. Open meeting. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th St. Info: 541-942-3942. Saturday Noon: AA Meeting-Women’s Good Grief Group. Closed meeting. Open to women alcoholics only. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th St. Info: 541-942-0647 or 541-510-4228. 8 p.m.: AA Meeting-Open Candlelight Group. CG Comm. Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. On the last Sat. of the month - Open AA Speakers Meeting. 8 p.m.: Al-Anon Meeting-Step Study Group. CG Comm. Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. Room at CG Community Center. 6 p.m.: CG Garden Club. Business meeting at 6 p.m.; Presentation at 7 p.m. Topic: “Dahlias” with Dan Duffy of Lane County Dahlia Society. Refreshments served. All welcome. First Presbyterian Church, corner of Adams and 3rd. Info: 541-942-2360. 7 p.m.: CG Recreation Assoc. Meeting. Regular meeting of the CGR board of directors at 1440 S. 8th St. Info: 541-942- 3079. 7:30 p.m.: Calvin Funk American Legion Post #32. Members meet 826 W. Main St. Info: 541-767-3735 6 p.m.: AA Meeting - New Beginners. CG Comm. Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. 7:15 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous. Book study. At CG Community Center, back room,700 Gibbs Ave. Monday Tuesday Noon: AA Meeting- Noon Group. Big Book Study meeting. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th. Info: 541-942-3942. 6:30 p.m.: Up the River Group. At Dorena Mercantile. Info: 541-946-1631 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous. “A Way Back to Reality”, open participation. At CG Community Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. Wednesday 7 a.m.: AA Open Meeting. At CG Community Center, 700 Gibbs Ave. 7 p.m.: AA Meeting- Wednesday Night Beginners. Open meeting. At Knights of Columbus, 1025 N. 19th St. Info: 541-942- 3942. 7 a.m.: Kiwanis Club Sunrisers. Koffee Kup Restaurant, 1241 Hwy 99N. 8:30-9 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.: SMART. See Monday’s listing for detail. 8:30-9:30 a.m.: KNND 1400 AM Beeper Show. See Thursday’s listing for detail. 10 a.m.: Genealogical Society and Special Program. Meeting with special program follow- ing at 11 a.m. on “Rosie the Riveters”. Potluck to follow. Public Welcome. No Charge. At CG Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Info: 541-942-9570 Noon: Kiwanis Club of CG. El Tapatio, 725 E. Gibbs Ave. Info: Cleo Dahlen 541-767-0795. 1-4 p.m.: Pinochle Playing. See Friday’s listing for detail. 2-3 p.m.: CG Children’s Choir. Accepting students ages 6- 11. Rehearsals held at First Presbyterian Church. No audi- tion necessary. Call Joanna Newton for registration informa- tion 541-942-4550. 6 p.m.: Community Dinner. Free. Church of the Nazarene, 152 S. M St. Info: 541-942-4422 6 p.m.: West African Drumming and Dancing Class. Guinean Master Drummer, Fode Sylla. Odd Fellows Hall, 317 Main St. 6 p.m. - Drumming: $10; 7 p.m. - Dancing: $10 or prepay for 5 classes: $40 Call to register or reserve a drum. 541-505-6399 Will continue on Wednesdays. 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Bingo. Cottage Grove Elks Lodge, 755 N. River Rd. Public Welcome. Info: 541- 942-0234 7-8:30 p.m.: NAMI Connection. See Friday’s listing for detail. WEIGHT LOSS Tuesday 5 p.m.: Weight Watchers. At Living Faith Assembly, 467 S. 10th St. 541-942-2612. Thursday 10 a.m.: TOPS OR85. Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a weight- loss support group. At the United Methodist Church, 334 Washington Ave., Fireside Room. Info: Ellen 541-942- 0866 . 5:30 p.m.: TOPS OR969. Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a weight- loss support group. Weigh-In: 5:30 pm, Meeting: 6 pm. Meets at Jefferson Park Community Room, 325 5th Street. Info: Elaine 541-942- 8547. 5:30 p.m.: TOPS OR1020 (Creswell). Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a weight-loss sup- port group. Weigh-In: 5:30 pm, Meeting: 6 pm. Meets at Creswell Grange Hall, 298 W. Oregon Ave. Info: 541-895- 3156.