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The INDEPENDENT, June 5, 2008 Page 7 Community Senior News By Karen Miller Senior Advocate Shoppers took advantage of the items available at the sec- ond annual garage sale to benefit the Vernonia school band program, held at the Middle School cafeteria on May 17. First Friday events announced Vernonia’s First Friday on June 6th, the second in this season’s series of First Friday events, will initiate the closure of one block of Madison Av- enue to open a larger venue for the Open Air Market, plus musi- cians and an art show, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Previously, the market has been located in the courtyard behind the Com- munity Learning Center. There will also be a scape- goat-burning event held in the Wauna parking lot at 6:30 p.m. This is your chance to write your sorrows and frustrations down on your own scapegoat, and for a small donation let it all go up in flames. At 7:30 p.m., local animal communicator Eileen Williams will give an introduction to her specialty at the Grange, and Open Mic Nite will follow at 8:00 p.m. Look for other unique events around town during this time, including special merchant hours and bargains. First Fri- days are scheduled for July 4, September 5, and October 3. If you would like to participate, please contact Erika Paleck at 503-429-0898. T O ALL our Bingo f a n s : B I N - G O ’ S BACK! M o n - d a y s during lunch time; seems the Bingo winners all like the BIG dark chocolate bar (ok, we’ll throw in a milk chocolate) so if that sounds like just the number for you, see you on Mondays! Thanks to the Vernonia High School Band last Wednesday for their delightful performance here at the Cen- ter; have a nice summer, kids, come back again. Also, the Golden Oldies are here each Wednesday; for them we are thankful and many of the sen- iors from near and far make the trip just for the listening, and dancing on occasion… June 20 is the first day of Summer ~ Enjoy! ON THE DOCKET for Thurs- day, June 19, from 1:30 to 3:30. Medicare l0l – free state class explaining Medicare. More than 500,000 Oregonians have Medicare – and many of them need help navigating this health insurance system to get all their benefits. The state class, offered by the Senior Health Insurance Benefits As- sistance (SHIBA) program, covers all you need to know, in- cluding different types of Medicare insurance, and pre- scription drug coverage. For further information, call me, Karen Miller, at 503-429-9112. Some of us seniors had an enjoyable time at the five area lunch held in St. Helens last Monday. Every last Monday of the month, one of the five differ- ent centers hosts lunch. If you would like to be a part of this fun event, let us know. Membership: Always taking membership dues; still only $10. Thanks for your support. Our sympathies to the family and friends of Elsie Taylor who passed away this past week. Also, to the family and friends of Shalmon Libel. Obits avail- able in other news articles. A man dropped in to pay a friend a visit, and was amazed to find him playing chess with a dog. The man watched in si- lence for a few minutes, then burst out with, “That’s the most incredible dog I ever saw in my life!” “Oh, he isn’t so smart,” was the answer, “I’ve beaten him three games out of four.” Ok. So we don’t have any dogs to play games with around here, but come on in and see if you can match wits with Alan or Russ, or anyone else. Thanks for your donations during business hours. We ap- preciate it. Have a safe summer! INFORMATION NUMBERS Senior Advocate...429-9112 Senior Center.......429-3912 Transportation......429-4304 VERNONIA INN Enjoy a quiet weekend with us. FULL SIZE, IN ROOM HOT TUBS trand Insurance S r u Inc h t r . A • Home • Auto • Life Call us today for a quote Queen Beds • Private Bath • Separate Entrance Cable TV • Phones • Handicapped Access • Commercial Rates FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-800-354-9494 / 503-429-4006 Gift Certificates Available 900 MADISON AVE., VERNONIA, OR 97064 Just one block off scenic Nehalem River Hwy. (Oregon 47) 503-429-2010 953 Bridge Street Vernonia, OR Your Local Independent Insurance Agent. North Pacific Bring in this coupon to SAVE 10% off the regular price of any room. Expires June 19 th VERNONIA INN 1-800-354-9494 / 503-429-4006 900 MADISON AVE., VERNONIA, OR 97064