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The INDEPENDENT, March 3, 2005 Page 9 S co u ts hold B lu e & G old B a n q u e t F Bits & Bites By Jacqueline Ramsay I Wednesday, February 16, ber, brought his Cub Scout uni 2005, was a very special form, a photo album of pack evening for Cub Scout Pack memories and crafts that he 201. It was the annual Blue and had made. True Value donated the bal Gold Banquet, which, this year marked Scouts 75th Anniver loons and helium that were used to help decorate the sary. Pat Lloyd spoke about his event. Vernonia Community memories of Cub Scouting and Church and Pastor Grant Boy Scouts and how commit Williams donated the use of the ment to earning his Eagle rank gymnasium and the kitchen fa benefited him in many aspects cilities. Several of the boys earned of his life. He even shared his Eagle award in the original box, their ranks and many hard Scout books, his merit sash earned awards. The Pack also presented a special framed hats and stories. Bob Burnett also spoke certificate to the Lions for their about life in the early 1930’s commitment and support of and shared that his children scouting. and now his grandson enjoyed and are enjoying Scouting. Bob brought an issue of a 1934 Boys Life magazine that he J shared with everyone. Scott Rethwill, a Lions mem- The weather is still b e a u ti f u l , m aybe it’s time to mow the ice off of the lawn. I’m still upset. Read the Let ters to the Editor. Did you go to the Donkey Basketball game? It was a fun evening and Chief Workman, you have a pleasant voice - to me that was the highlight of the evening. Shadow has assessed the duck feed problem and is sure we won’t need a Cracked Corn Drive till next fall. Thank you to each person that gave this win ter. They, the ducks, are all fat, sassy and happy and getting bread from kids and adults alike. Duck feeding used 25-26 bags, 50# each. While everyone has Social Security on his mind - Have you heard of Notch Babies?? The Deli Is Now Open!! The Oregon Zoo Foundation has received a $25,000 gift from Providence Health Plans to support education programs that help underserved children grow and thrive. “Providence Health Plans was impressed with our pro grams that give disadvantaged youth real opportunities to learn, improve their communi cation skills and increase their self-esteem,” according to Tony Vecchio, zoo director. The zoo has nearly 30 years of experience in the develop ment and implementation of educational programs and community service opportuni ties for children and teenagers. “The Oregon Zoo’s pro grams have made a positive difference in the lives of Port- land-area children,” says Jack Friedman, chief executive, See page 15 and 3rd Saturdays at least thru May. Cost for three games - $1.00. Prizes are cash. Monies made are divided three ways; Vernonia Senior Center, Ameri can Legion and prize cash. The Legion is building a fund so they can start a Junior Baseball League as well as sending youth to Boys & Girls State. College Credit Classes at St. Helens High For more information, call 503-533-2797, • Ceramics I: (ART 253), starts March 28 • Ceramics II: (ART 256), starts March 28 • Intermediate Algebra: (MTH 95), starts March 29 • Human Development: (PSY 215), starts March 28 Community Education at St. Helens High For more information, call 583-978-5143. • Spanish Conversation: All Levels, starts March 29 • Spanish Conversation: Beginning Term I, starts March 29 • Photoshop/Photeshep Elements: Digital Darkroom I starts April 7 Community Education a t Scappoose Mgh ] « BIATSK BEAR, The P ro v id e n c e gift to z o o fo r k id s I’m one and so are a lot of my friends, we are already short changed every month. The robins are back, getting fat on worms, so it won’t be long before the hummingbirds show up. Get your sugar water ready. Attention: Anyone that likes Bingo - Vernonia American Le- qion Hall, 6:30 p.m. on the 1st TIT Open Daily - Ô31 Bridge St. Vernonia 5 0 3 -4 2 9 -0 2 1 4 6am - 6pm Mon-Fri. 6:30am - 6pm Sat. Bam - 5pm Sun For more information, sail 503-978-5143. • How Money Worf» and How to Invest, starts March 31 Online Learning Is Better Than Ever! We offer hundereds more classes via the Internet. For credit listings, go to: dtetance.pcc.edu. For Community Education, go to: www.pcc.edu/ontifie. >4 S im / Q Register now at . m m www.pcc.edu Community College C u s to m & A lte r a tio n Wed - Sat 10am - 6pm WF Mon - Tue By Appointment Pick & Delivery Service Available 503-706-8400 61462 Stoney Point Rd.,Vernonia M O D E R N D E SIG N Your Painting & Interior Specialist Vernonia, Oregon 503-830-6057 CCB# 159353
