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The INDEPENDENT, August 5, 2004 Page 7 2004 My Fair Lady Queen Esther Scott Medicare Rx Card meeting Aug.13 Vernonia area Medicare beneficiaries can soon get an- swers to their questions about the Medicare Prescription Drug Discount Card. An informational presenta- tion will be made at the Vernon- ia Senior Center, 446 Bridge St., on Friday, August 13. The program will start at 10:30 a.m. The information will be pre- sented by Christina Jaramillo, State Director for the Senior Health Insurance Benefits As- sistance (SHIBA) program. SHIBA is a joint federal/state program that utilizes volunteers to assist people with Medicare. The Scappoose Senior Center sponsors the program in Co- lumbia County. Vernonia Society, ‘Old Grad’ picnic set for August 15 at Anderson Park The annual picnic of the Ver- nonia Society and “Old Grads” will be held August 15 at Ander- son Park in Vernonia. Registra- tion begins at 10:00 a.m. Hot dogs and soft drinks will be on sale by Vernonia Pride, or bring a picnic lunch. Coffee and cups will be provided. All former Vernonia resi- dents and their families are welcome. Come and visit with old friends or meet some new ones. F A RM W OM A N ’S NU RS E RY T h e B e s t L i tt l e N u r se r y A ro u n d 25 OFF % My Fair Lady Pageant Emcee Brian Burright, gets a laugh by wearing a red hat from a Red Hat Society audience member, while Princess Sharon Gibson from Vernonia, RSVP Director Nancy Harwood, and My Fair Lady Queen Esther Scott enjoy the moment on July 21. Senior News By Karen Miller Volun- teer ap- precia- tion to- k e n s have ar- rived! If you have been a faithful volunteer here at the Center, please come see me. We don’t want to miss anyone! Last Wednesday we said our sad farewell to NELLIE GREGG, a volunteer who has been coming in daily for 14 years to help in the kitchen. Nellie is off to new adventures. WOW! Thank you, Nellie, you’ll be missed! Thanks again to The Grove Assisted Living ladies who brought ice cream sundaes for lunch last Wednesday, July 28. What a treat on a hot day. Next Foot Care Day: Friday, August 27. Take Note: August 13 at 10:30 a.m. here at the Center, a representative from SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Ben- efit Assistance Program) will be here to answer all your ques- tions on the Medicare Prescrip- tion Drug Discount card. Now’s your chance to get informed! Thank you to Columbia Riv- er P.U.D. for our free rides to the Fair – We had a great time. From Lake Vernonia Care- taker, Bill Yeo: B.Y.O.C., Bring your own chairs and join me Friday night, August 6 at 9:30 p.m. for lakeside fireworks! THRIFT SHOP WILL BE OPEN Friday, Saturday and Sunday Jamboree weekend. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. for all your shopping fun. Sweet Ade- lines serving breakfast here from 7:00 a.m. to noon, Satur- day and Sunday. Name the Year: 1) Songs – Mack the Knife, The Battle of New Orleans, He’s got the Whole World in his Hands, Climb Every Moun- tain. 2) Show – Bonanza (Michael Landon… Swoon!!) First one who tells me the right answer gets a free lunch (only one guess!)! REMEMBER: • Pastries and bread Wednesday and Saturday a.m. • Bingo, Mondays at lunch. • Music with the Golden Oldies on Wednesdays. • Games on Thursdays. • Willoughby Hearing every second Friday at 11:00 a.m. • Sign language class on Mondays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. • Free blood pressure checks the first and third Tues- days, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. If you know of a senior who would like a visit from the Se- nior Advocate or has any senior needs and concerns, call our office. INFORMATION NUMBERS Senior Advocate...429-9112 Senior Center.......429-3912 Transportation......429-4304 . 21 Aug lt Adu s s Cla All Shrubs throughout August Fascinating Sedums! Learn about these versatile plants. M AGIC M ONDAY K IDS ’ C LASS A UGUST 23: M UD P IE M ONDAY ! Call for Information/Registration: 503-429-8200 EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE 2121 N. MIST DRIVE • VERNONIA PH: 503-429-8200 • OPEN DAILY 10-6 Country Gifts & Antiques Featuring Log Furniture by Oregon Rustics • Each piece selected for its beauty & strength. • Mortise & tenon joints insure quality & longevity. • Hand made in Oregon. OPEN TUE. thru SAT. 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. 503-543-2006 33500 E Columbia Ave. Lorelei Village Suite 116, Scappoose