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The INDEPENDENT, November 1, 2007 Community Holiday Bucks set to begin soon The Holiday Bucks program, sponsored by the Vernonia Chamber of Commerce, will kickoff at participating local businesses on Friday, Novem- ber 16, and continue through Saturday, December 15. The program will be similar to last year’s program: Each time a shopper fills a card with $50 in purchases or transac- tions, they have a chance to win a “Cash Gift Certificate” that can be redeemed at any one of the participating busi- nesses. This year Double Stamp day will be held on “First Friday”, December 7, and all participat- ing businesses are encouraged to stay open late so those who commute will be able to shop in the evening. Please see page 20 NW Artist in Seaside this Saturday Northwest artist Lillian Pitt will be in Seaside at the new Pendleton store in the Outlet Mall during the Seaside Art Walk on Saturday November 3, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. “Coyote and the Three Huckleberry Sisters” Pitt’s Pendleton blanket, will be on display. Pitt’s sterling silver ear- rings and pendants, “She Who Watches” will also be featured. Come early, at 4:00 p.m. and enjoy refreshments. For more information, go to www.seaside chamber.com or call 503-738- 6391. Welcome Additions Page 7 Senior News By Karen Miller Senior Advocate Thanks f o r every- o n e ’s partici- pation at our five a r e a l u n c h H a l - loween Party held here on Monday, October 29. We al- ways enjoy the folks who come over from St. Helens, Rainier, Clatskanie, and Scappoose. Thanks, Jeri Cropp, for your hand painted pumpkin that we auctioned off, Bernice Frey and her handmade blanket for the auction, and Jim Coen for the handmade bird feeder. Next five area lunch will be held on the last Monday of January, 2008. MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the Christmas Bazaar here at the center on November 17 and 18, Saturday and Sunday. Tables are $10. Contact person is Barbara Holm at 503-429- 0161. There will be wood prod- ucts, gifts, jewelry, knitting and more. S E N I O R C O M PA N I O N PROGRAM: I am happy to an- nounce I have a Senior Com- panion in place. That is some- one who will come to your home and sit with a loved one. Rosie McCoy, a long time resi- dent of Vernonia, will be glad to assess your needs. Call my of- fice for information on this free service, 503-429-9112. Don’t forget the Farewell to the Fifties Sock Hop this Satur- day, November 3, at the Grange. Fun, food and refresh- ments, and a professional DJ. Dig out those saddle shoes, pedal pushers and poodle skirts. Bring $3 for adults and $1 for kids. Contact persons are Tobie Finzel at 503-705- 2173 or Robb Wilson at 503- 429-7731. See you at 7:00 p.m. How’s this for a fast thinking senior moment? Abraham Lin- coln, so goes the story, served as a Captain during the Black Hawk War of 1832. One day he found himself leading a militia company across a field toward a gate. The proper command for directing the troops through the gate escaped him com- pletely, “This company is dis- missed for two minutes,” he fi- nally shouted in desperation, “And will fall in again on the other side of the gate.”! The weather is turning cold- er, stay safe and warm every- body. Hopefully, the cooler air won’t slow our minds down any. I’ll be back in…uh…November. 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. REMEMBER: • Pastries and bread Wednesday and Saturday a.m. • Bingo, Mondays at lunch. • Music with the Golden Oldies on Wednesdays. • Games on Thursdays. • Sign language class at 9:00 a.m. on Mondays. • Breakfast every Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., $3.00. INFORMATION NUMBERS Senior Advocate...429-9112 Senior Center.......429-3912 Transportation......429-4304 VCLC is looking for a few good poems Vernonia Community Learn- ing Center Gallery has an- nounced the addition of the mo- bile Poetry Wall and is seeking submissions for display of no longer than two pages per sub- mission with a total of no more Harper Vaughn and Addison Marie Wilcoxen Twin girls, Harper Vaughn and Addison Marie Wilcoxen were born October 10, 2007, to Shelly and Eric Wilcoxen of Clackamas. Harper weighed 6 pounds and Addison weighed 5 pounds, 3 ounces. They joined their brother, Jackson, at the family home. Grandparents are Bill and Darlene Wilcoxen of Vernonia, and John and Bev Crabtree of McMinnville. The great-grandmother is Virginia Crabtree of Clacka- mas. than four pages or equivalent size from people of all ages. No prior publication experi- ence is necessary. All styles and subjects are encouraged. Submissions can be submitted by e-mail to: vclc@vernonia-or. gov or by mail, or can be dropped off in person by No- vember 27. Call or e-mail with questions; Vernonia Communi- ty Learning Center, 939 Bridge Street, 503-429-0898. Questions about Medicare and Supplements? What do PPO, HMO, PFFS, Medigap mean? What and Why so much to choose from & get a better understanding of Medicare Part A and B. FREE Seminars Rainier Senior Center Nov. 26 & Dec. 13, 1 pm Vernonia Learning Center Nov 29 & Dec. 10, 1 pm St. Helens Senior Center, Nov. 15 & Dec. 17, 10 am Scappoose Rose Valley Assisted Living Nov. 8 & Dec. 13, 1 pm Your benefits change every year and it is important to know the facts. Call 503 366 9550 or 503 422 3945 24 hours a day 7 days a week to RSVP or with questions Your Painting & Interior Specialist Vernonia, Oregon 503-830-6057 CCB# 159353 Columbia City Benefits Group 240 Spinnaker way Columbia City OR 97018
