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The INDEPENDENT, August 21, 2008 Page 7 Community Senior News By Karen Miller Senior Advocate The fundraising effort was successful and Don Coghill now has a bicycle to come and go to town. One of his first trips was to Vernonia Night Out on August 19. The wet weather didn’t stop the community from attending in good numbers and enjoying free food, police demonstrations and informa- tion on safety. Bear Creek Run/Walk declared a success with best numbers yet The 6th annual Vernonia Ber Creek Run/Walk, a benefit for Vernonia Cares Food Bank, was held Saturday, August 16, starting and finishing at Ander- son Park. There were 52 entries in the 10K run, 53 entries in the 5K run. Results for the 10K were: 1st – Chris Rifer of Portland (35:18), 2nd – Kevin Filkowski of Longview (39:18), and 3rd – Joseph Moullett of Wood Vil- lage (44:28). The Women’s winner was Kara Lorion of Hillsboro (52:00), 2nd – tie be- tween Leah Henriksen and Bridget Cooke, both of Forest Grove (52:18) and 3rd – Karen Beck of Warrenton (54:14). The Men’s winner of the 5K run was Sean Thoensen of Au- rora, Colorado (30:24); 2nd – Adrian Taylor of Portland (30:25) and 3rd – Alex Grant of McMinnville (31:34). The Women’s 5K was won by Madeleine Zolfo of Fuquay Va- rina, North Carolina (31:41), 2nd – Alisa Wise of Camas, Washington (35:21) and 3rd – Maureen Zolfo of Portland (37:00). 1st and 2nd place in the 5K Walk went to Nancy Johnson and Brandi Fennell of Vernonia (56:20). The event raised $2,700 for Vernonia Cares Food Bank. Next year’s Bear Creek Run/Walk will be on August 15. Online registration can be found at http://www.signmeup. com/61797. WOW, what a n o i s y display of “fire- works” the other night… that first BOOM of thunder woke us both up, suddenly at that; my hus- band couldn’t sleep anymore and no sooner did he get out of bed, in jumped the dog…shak- ing under the covers. Hopefully some heat relief will be here by now! Some HOT NEWS here from the center: The FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association invites you to learn how to pro- tect yourself from ID theft, in- vestment fraud, repair scams, financial exploitation and much more at the Senior Citizen Scam Jam 2008 on Saturday, October 25, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Community Church in Happy Valley. Speakers include Anna Song, Channel 2 KATU News, Fox 12 News and Channel 8 News re- porters. Call the Center if this is something you might be inter- ested in going to and we will get transportation. Footcare coming next on Au- gust 22. It is twice a month here at the Center. Only $10. Call me at 429-9112 to sign up. Elections here at the Center will soon be around the corner. All members who have paid their $10 dues will be eligible to participate. Thanks everyone for all your participation, volunteering and support here at our Center. It is great to be back in business as the Summer vacations will be ending soon. And remember: Don’t slam a door shut that you might want to go back into… INFORMATION NUMBERS Senior Advocate...429-9112 Senior Center.......429-3912 Transportation......429-4304 September 1st Friday events to include dog parade The September First Fri- day’s Farewell to Summer event, on September 5, will fea- ture a dog parade for well-so- cialized dogs starting at Shay Park at 6:00 p.m. For informa- tion contact Lisa Edgar at Crea- tures, 503-429-PETS (7387), or Carol Davis at 503-367- 2378. Entry fee of $1.00 bene- fits local animal charities. As usual, there will be the Open Air Market on Madison, along with the Hands-on Art sponsored Art show of local artists, crafters and photogra- phers. Hands-on Art will also sponsor a free kids crafting table at the market. To volun- teer or participate in these events, call Erika Paleck at 503-429-0898. Finally, everyone is invited to attend, make s’mores for a buck, and toast the days of summer good-bye at the portable fire pit on Madison. Summer Clearance Sale! Bridle/Breast Collar Combo Set Cowboy Home of Northwest Microbrews,Wines, Sandwiches, Coffees, Smoothies & More ™ LLC 831 Bridge Street Vernonia, Oregon Open Daily 503-429-0214 Reg. $159 .95 , Sale $129 .95 Boot Concho Summer Stable Sheets 15% off Haybags: 2-strand $29.95 3-strand $34.95 Tank Tops your choice $10 Pre-Order Winter Blankets Now Grain and Supplements Now Available Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6, Sunday by Appointment 503-429-TACK (8225) 503-702-0081 (cell) 736 Bridge St., Vernonia, OR 97064
