The Longview City Council meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers on 2nd floor of Longview City Hall at 1525 Broadway, Longview. The City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities.  Special equipment to assist the hearing impaired is also available.  Please contact the City Executive Offices at 360.442.5004 48 hours in advance if you require special accommodations to attend the meeting.

Kelso City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at Kelso City Hall 7:00 PM

The Kalama City Council meets at the Kalama City Hall on the first and third Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm.  KLTV broadcasts these meeetings at a later date and time.  Check your local listings for more information on program timing.

City of Kalama

P.O. Box 1007

320 N. 1st Street

Kalama, WA 98625

www.cityofkalama.com

The City of Kalama Planning Commission holds meetings at City Hall on the second Thursday of every month.
City of Kalama
P.O. Box 1007
320 N. 1st Street
Kalama, WA 98625
www.cityofkalama.com

The City of Kalama Parks and Recreation Board holds meetings on the second Tuesday of every month.

City of Kalama
P.O. Box 1007
320 N. 1st Street
Kalama, WA 98625
www.cityofkalama.com

The commission serves in an advisory capacity to the city manager and city council with respect to the best methods of insuring the growth, development and expansion of the municipality.  The commission performs administrative functions including the holding of hearings on subdivisions, comprehensive plan and zoning amendments.

The major responsibility of the Commission is to identify and actively encourage the conservation of the city’s historic resources by initiating and maintaining a register of historic places and reviewing proposed changes to register properties.

It also raises community awareness of the city’s history and historic resources, and serves as the city’s primary resource in matters of history, historic planning, and preservation.

Counseling for small businesses (either existing or those being formed) is provided free by S.C.O.R.E., an adjunct of the Small Business Administration.  One hour sessions are scheduled each Tuesday morning at 9, 10 & 11am. 

The meeting place is the Kelso/Longview Chamber of Commerce,
1563 Olympia Way, Longview, WA.  
Counseling is by appointment, only.  To reserve a one-hour spot, phone 1-360-699-1079. 
{ please DO NOT phone the Chamber of Commerce }

The Mt. St. Helens Club is southwest Washington’s oldest & favorite outing
club.  Currently with 100 members & growing, the club schedules hikes
(almost) every Monday and (almost) every Saturday year round.  During
the winter, hikes are often replaced by x-country skiing & snowshoeing. 
Other outdoor activities include biking, camping, canoeing and picnicking.

Monday hikes are Easy to Moderate: (3 to 7 miles & less than 1000 elevation)
Saturday hikes are Moderate to Difficult (5 to 12 miles & over 1000 elevation).

To learn more, access the website:   mtsthelensclub.org

Once looking at the website press the “Events” tab, then select the outing
you want to begin your experience with this great group of people. 
If you have questions about this event, just phone the leader.  If you get an
answering machine, leave a message and expect a return call.

The Mt. St. Helens Club is southwest Washington’s oldest & favorite
outing club.  Currently with 100 members & growing, the club
schedules hikes (almost) every Monday and (almost) every Saturday
year round.  During the winter, hikes are often replaced by x-country
skiing & snowshoeing.  Other outdoor activities include biking,
camping, canoeing and picnicking.

Monday hikes are Easy to Moderate: (3 to 7 miles & less than 1000 elevation)
Saturday hikes are Moderate to Difficult (5 to 12 miles & over 1000 elevation).

To learn more, access the website:   mtsthelensclub.org

Once looking at the website press the “Events” tab, then select the
outing you want to begin your experience with this great group of
people.  If you have questions about this event, just phone the leader. 
If you get an answering machine, leave a message & expect a call back.

LIONS CLUB FOOD BANK
EVERY THURSDAY, 1PM
Location:  FOE Club 224 Huntington Avenue South, Castle Rock
Contact:  Frank Murias,  749-1472

Business Meetings are the second Thursday of each month.  Chamber of Commerce meets at 8:30am at the School District Modular Building located at 620 Roake Avenue SE Castle Rock, WA   (THIS IS A NEW LOCATION)
 Visit: http://www.castlerockchamber.com for more information. 

LIONS CLUB FOOD BANK; every Thursday  1p.m.
Location:  FOE Club 224 Huntington Avenue S.
Frank Murias  749-1472

CONTACT INFO:  RYANA COVINGTON, CLERK-TREASURER
360/274-8181  EMAIL:  rcovington@ci.castle-rock.wa.us

CONTACT INFO:  JOANNE PURVIS, PLANNING COMMISSION SECRETARY
360/274-8181    EMAIL:   jpurvis@ci.castle-rock.wa.us 
 THIS MEETING CANCELLED AND HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR JULY 30, 2008 AT 7:00 PM  

MEETS AT NOON, EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY.
LOCATION:  Castle Rock Exhibit Hall And Visitor's Information Center
147 Front Avenue NW   Castle Rock
Contact:   John Kramer   360/274-6603

CONTACT INFO:  Barbara Roller, Public Works Secretary   360/274-7478

CR Senior Center Monday Cinnamon Sales.  222 2nd Avenue SW
Info:  274-7502

CR SENIOR CENTER, 222 2ND AVE SW
INFO:  274-7502

COME LEARN THE ART OF PAPER TOLE WORK
CR SENIOR CENTER, 222 2ND AVE SW
274-7502

The United Way of Cowlitz County Board meeting is open to the public with advanced notice of attendence to the United Way staff at 360-423-5320.

The Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners meet every Tuesday starting at 9:00 a.m.
Visit our website to view the Agenda. 

http://www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/commissioners/Minutes_&_Agendas.htm

Programs for that day will be listed on a seperate posting.

The Kiwanis are an international organization with a focus on helping the children in our communities.  We do several fundraisers and community projects around Longview/Kelso. 

Please come join us for lunch and see what we are all about.

Monthly meeting of local runners and walkers. Everyone welcome.

Runners and walkers meet each Saturday for an hour of exercise followed by coffee. Location varies each week, check website for details.

The Monticello Camera Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month in the Dining room of the Somerset retirement apartments.

During this meeting we will be judging prints and electronic images from our club members.

Digital and film photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to join, dues are $10 annually. Feel free to come and just sit in on a meeting for free. As a club we hold regular photo competitions in all formats, Print, digital, and slides. We are currently planning some photography outings and some workshops so beginning and intermediate photographers can learn from the "more experienced."  

Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting

Come to the Cowlitz Community Farmer's Market and find produce, plants, crafts, baked goods, eggs, entertainment, and fun! Come on down and join the fun there's something good for everyone!

Kalama Chamber of Commerce meets every 2nd  and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Kalama Community Building.

Visit our website www.kalamachamber.com or call 673-6299

Patients, Friends and families come and discuss osteoporosis as a group meets the first Thursday of every month at the Womens Health Pavilion.  1660 Delaware Street, Longview, Washington 98632

                                                                                                    360-501-3700

We meet the second Tues. of every month in the large downstairs meeting room of the Longview Public Library.

Everyone interested in the sanctity of life is encouraged to attend.

Meet a geneologist at the library to discuss your family search challenge.

Meeting 2nd Tues of the month at St. John's hospital cafeteria

Cowlitz Substance Abuse Coalition General meeting

We meet monthly at the Kelso First Presbyterian Church, 215 Academy Street in Kelso. 

The Coalition meets third Thursday of each month, except THERE IS NO MEETING IN AUGUST. 

Please contact Brian McCrady at 360-577-3041 with any questions.

Rainier School Board Meeting

Join us on the second Monday of each month in the portable next to the District Office at 28168 Old Rainier Rd.

Kelso School Board Meeting

Meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month in the Ruth B. Clark Administration Services Building, located at 601 Crawford Street.

For more information please visit: http://www.kelso.wednet.edu/district/members.html

Longview School Board Meeting

Meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Longview School District Administration Building at 2715 Lilac Street.

For more information please go to: http://www.longview.k12.wa.us/board%20highlights.htm

The Monticello Camera Club has photographers of all ages and skill levels.  We use the Meetup meetings as a less formal way of getting together and swapping stories and experiences, and knowledge.  Come and just sit and socialize with other photographers from the Lower Columbia Region.

Our goal is to plan a photography outing of some kind for every month of 2009.  Get involved in planning.  Attend an outing and learn while you shoot.

Only have a point and shoot camera? No matter!  Some of our best photos were shot with point and shoot cameras.  Learn to maximize your use of your camera and get the best shots you can.  Learn from some of the best and friendliest photographers in the area!

If you have a brand new SLR camera and want to know more about how to use it, join us and network with other photographers.  When your skills improve attend one of our regular meetings and compete against some of the best photographers in the Northwest!

For more information please go to: http://www.meetup.com/mccmeetupgroup/

Go Fourth Committee Meeting

Meets 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month at 7am at the Monticello Hotel.

Coffee Break @ Kelso Lodge

Time: 6:30 am to 9 am Every Monday and Saturday

Free and Open to the public.

For more information please go to: http://www.bluelodge-wa.org/kelso94/our_lodge.htm

Rainier City Council Meeting

Meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month at Rainier City Hall from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm.

Sign ups for Longview Girls Softball will be on Sat. Feb. 7th at the clubhouse at the softball fields on 7th Ave. (next to Columbia Ford).  Registrations will be taken from 10am-2pm.  Please bring a copy of your birth certificate.  For more information, please contact the league office at 577-1006.

The County Commissioners meet the first four Tuesdays of each month.  Their meetings begin at 9:30 am and continue until all business for the day is transacted. 

Public comment period is scheduled from 10-10:15 am each Tuesday unless otherwise noted on the board's agenda.  The public is encouraged and welcome to attend.

For more information please see the Wahkiakum County Washington Government Website .

The Castle Rock School Board meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month.

Community input is generally taken at 6 pm.  You may request a specific time between 5:30 and 8:00 pm if you call 360-501-2940 a day or two in advance.

For more information please check out the Castle Rock School District Web Site .

Join us at the Lion's Club Food Bank every Thursday at 1 pm.

Location: FOE Club 224 Huntington Ave South Castle Rock

Contact info: Frank Murias 749-1472

Members of the Fleet Reserve Auxiliary No. 363 meet the second Friday of each month.  All people who have active, retired or reserve status family members who are serving or have served in the Navy, Marines and Coast Guard are welcome.

The potluck starts at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. 

For details, call Mary at 425-4688.

Columbian Artists Association Monthly Meeting

The Columbian Artist Association (CAA) meets the first Tuesday of every month from 10:00 am to noon in Room 316 (Conference Room) at the Merk, 1339 Commerce Street, Longview. Parking is available in the parking lot behind the Merk. Each meeting includes an informational program and sharing of art. We are always glad to add new members. For more information: call 360-575-9751 or write to CAA at P.O. Box 2862, Longview WA. 98632.

The Columbian Artists Association promotes the visual arts by fostering an understanding and appreciation of them among members and in the community at large. To achieve this, the association sponsors activities which include exhibitions, demonstration, lectures, show/sales, and other appropriate events. The Columbian Artists Association strives for a high standard in the field of art and seeks to benefit the membership in the showing and distribution of art media.

Gambling Problem???  You are not alone! ! !

Area group meets every Monday and Friday evening at Three Rivers House of Prayer, 1335 11th Ave in Longview.  There is ample parking on the northwest corner of 11th and Hudson.  Gambling addiction hurts millions of Americans.  This includes individuals and families right here in Cowlitz County.  Come join and get the help you need.  There are no dues and no official sign up is necessary.

Grab your spurs and join us for Cowboy Church, every 2nd Saturday.  We have a full country band and several singers.

No Admission - free will offering to benefit different missionaries.

The Town Council meets on the third Monday of each month,
except for January and February when they are held on
the third Tuesday due to Federal Holidays.

Meetings are held at the Fire Hall Meeting Room,
255 Second Street and begin promptly at 07:00 p.m.

All citizens are encouraged to attend. 

For more information please go to: http://www.townofcathlamet.com/council.shtml

If you want emotional stability and true freedom from drug addiction and alcoholism, come to a Journey to Freedom meeting. You will find that there is a way out. You will make new friends that will be a positive influence in your life as well as being supportive of you while you are on YOUR Journey to Freedom.

We meet every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

For more information please go to: http://www.longviewhbc.com

Caring for someone with memory loss? Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with dementia. Recognizing that some caregivers find it challenging to access traditional support groups, the Chapter has launched a telephone support group that offers the benefits of a traditional face-to-face support group without the need to leave home.  The toll-free teleconference group is held the third Tuesday of each month, from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m., and facilitated by Barbara Bridges, RN, MSN.  If you are interested in participating, or for additional information, contact Linda Whiteside at (800) 848-7097 or linda.whiteside@alz.org.

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is made up of Longview residents who volunteer their time for the preservation and development of parks, leisure facilities and recreation programs for the community.

Please join us on the third Thursday of each month and make your comments and suggestions are welcome known.

Meetings are at 7 pm at the Parks and Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas St.

Join us at the Monticello Photoshop Meetup Group.

You are invited to come and meet with other Photoshop users and photographers from the Monticello Camera Club. Learn, share and discuss new ideas and techniques.

We have members of all skill levels, and some of our members have years of experience with Photoshop from Elements, to CS3, and soon CS4, as well as Lightroom.

We will mostly cover aspects of Photoshop that relate directly to editing and enhancing photos. However, some of our members are also Graphic Artists, and so if you have questions or need help with graphic arts, this might be a good meeting for you to check out!

Feel free to come sit in on a meetup with no obligation, or join the Monticello Camera Club for just $10 per year and attend as many or few meetings as you like!  For more information please visit: http://www.meetup.com/monticellomeetupgroup/

With  ROY WILSON 

Ongoing Classes Meet the 1^st Saturday of Each Month                                   

(*September only will meet  on the 12th) 

Contact Maureen Browning or Kyle Ward for directions or questions           Raven House Healing        360-703-1394

The Woodland City Council meets on the first and third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. or as scheduled.  Meetings are held at Woodland City Hall, 100 Davidson Avenue, Woodland, Washington.  Council Chambers are on the 2nd floor (handicapped accessible). 

For general information please contact the Office of the Clerk/Treasurer at 230 Davidson Avenue/ P.O. Box 9 Woodland, Washington or by telephone at (360) 225-8281 or http://www.ci.woodland.wa.us/AgendasMinutes/AgMin.htm

Reiki Share Circle

Caring for someone with memory loss?

Alzheimer's Association caregive support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share, and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with dimentia.  A free information and support group for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dimentia will be held on the 3rd Monday of each month.

Where: St Stephens Episcopal Church 1428 22nd Avenue Longview, Washington 98632

For more information please contact: Janice Higby 360-501-8363 or Dawn Morgan 1-800-848-7097 ext 247

More than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease; nearly 100,000 live in Washington State.  The Alzheimer's Association is the world leader in Alzheimer's disease research and support.  Through our national network of advocates and chapters, we advance research, improve services and care, create awareness of Alzheimer's diseases and mobilize support.  Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease.  For more information on the Alzheimer's Association visit http://www.alzwa.org .

We play from 12-2 pm every Sunday rain or shine year round. 

It's a great way to meet people and get/stay in shape.  It's co-ed for all ages high school, college, and adults. 

Bring some water, cleats (if you want) and a light and a dark shirt. 

Hopefully we will see you there.  Email if you have any questions or concerns.

Do your communication skills need some polishing?
Are you looking to become a better leader?
Would you like to meet some great people who will encourage you?

Then join us every Tuesday morning at 6 am at the Monticello Hotel.

We want to give your day a boost of positivity.

6 am too early for you?  Check out http://www.toastmasters.org to find a group in your area.

Please join us for our monthly meeting at the Longview Public Library.

The main responsibility of the Commission is to identify and actively encourage the conservation of the city's historic resources by initiating and maintaining a register of historic places and reviewing proposed changes to register properties.  They also raise community awareness of the city's history and historic resources and serves as the city's primary resource in matters of history and historic planning and preservation.

Meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month.

The Port of Kalama Board of Commissioners meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.

Join us a the Port of Kalama Office: 380 Marine Drive Kalama.  

For questions please call (360) 673-2325.

Old time country, Western swing & Bluegrass music!

Open Mic and Music Jam.

Join us a the Catlin Grange, bring your instrument and let's have some fun! (Accoustic instruments only please)

Lower Columbia CCA willl be having our general meeting at the Monticello Hotel in the Ballroom

Longview Bridge Club Monday Meeting

10:30 to about noon (bring a sack lunch)
Non-LifeMasters (0-500mp)

Catlin Center
106 NW 8th Ave
Kelso, Washington 98626

For more information please see the Longview Bridge Club Web Site or call 360.577.6671

Longview Bridge Club Thursday Game

Time: 6:30 pm

Longview Senior Center
1111 Commerce Ave
Longview, Washington 98632

For more information please see the Longview Bridge Club Web Site or call Rich at 360.636.0210

The Longview Bridge Club Sunday Game

Time: 1:30 pm, meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday

Stratified Open Pairs

St Joseph Parish Hall
396 Elm Street
Kalama Washington 98625

For more information please see the Longview Bridge Club Web Site or call Rich at 360.673.4682

The Kelso School Board meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at 5 pm.  All meetings are at the Ruth B. Clark Administration Services Building unless otherwise noted.

For more information please go to the Kelso School District Web Site .

The Port of Longview Commission meetings are held the second and foruth Tuesday of every month. Please note time and location are subject to change.

Thursday, March 4 at 7:00pm – Free First Thursday program at the Cowlitz County Historical Museum, to be announced.

Thursday, Aprile 1 at 7:00pm – Free program at the Cowlitz County Historical Museum, "Ice Peaks National Park".  Lauren Danner, Outreach and Planning Specialist with the Washingoton State Historical Society, will examin the 1930's proposal to create a huge Natinal Park stretching from Mt. St. Helens & Mt. Adams in the south throught Mt. Baker in the north.  The discussion will include recent debates about seeking National Park status for Mt. St. Helens.  The Museum is at 405 Allen St. Kelso.  For questions call (360) 577-3119.

Join us for the Easy Riders Game Show 2009-2010 Silver Prizes Series at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena!

All riders are welcome!
Sign ups start at 8 am and Show starts at 9 am

Cost: $20 for the day

Events: Poles, Speed Barrels, Texas Barrels, "Judges Choice" (4th event will change at each show.

Age groups: Leadline, 10 & Under, 11-16, 17-30, 31 & Over

When: Saturdays - Sept 26, Oct 17, Nov 14, Jan 23, Feb 20, March 20 and April 17 (Make up show, if necessary)

All interested RVers are invited.

We meet at the Delaware Plaza on every 2nd Monday of the month.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

LCC Art Gallery

Ken Turner - Photography 

Exhibit

February 12 - March 12  

Gallery Hours M / T / F, 10 am - 4 pm W / TH, 10 am - 7 pm

Admission is free and open to the public.

LCC Art Gallery exhibits are sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation.

We meet at the Salvation Army, 1639 10th Ave Longview on the 1st Friday of every month.

Donations to our local DAV#32 can be sent to:

DAV Herman Rogers#32
3102 Garfield St
Longview, WA 98632

Please join us for The Fire 6 Board Commissioners Meeting. 

Meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of every month at 5:30 pm at Castle Rock Fire Station #61.

For more information please contact Chief Eric Koreis at 360.957.0520

Trinity Lutheran Church is hosting blood drives every Tuesday and Thursday and 1st Friday of the month.

Please join us at 2021 Washington Way, Longview, Washington 98632

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 1pm-6 pm
Friday: 9 am-2 pm

Please call Ana for an appointment @ 1-866-961-9211 toll free

Trinity Lutheran Church is hosting blood drives every Tuesday and Thursday and 1st Friday of the month.

Please join us at 2021 Washington Way, Longview, Washington 98632

Vernal Equinox Arts Fair
March 20 & 21, 2010
A friendly gathering of local area artists showing and selling their unique arts and crafts. Live music Saturday night!

For more information please call 360.864.4ART

On the third Tuesday of each month, September through May, we have Slide and EID (Digital) Competitions. Members submit slides and digital images to be judged. Each month we have category of images that we enter as well as traditional or open class. In the EID which stands for Electronic Image Division, we even have a creative class for those of you who like to "think outside the box." As in the print competitions, the winners advance to compete at the 4C's level.

See web site for more details.

Adam The Great & a whole team of entertainers for 2 hours of fun.

Buy tickets early starting March 1st by calling Columbia heights Elementary School.

Event to be held @ Kelso Theatre in Downtown, Kelso.

Cost: $5

The Port of Longview Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.  Please note time and place are subject to change.

March 9th at 7pm:  During this free program at the Cowlitz County Historical Museum Robert Carriker, Associate Professor of History from the University of Louisiana, will discus his new book "Urban Farming in the West: A New Deal Experiment in Subsistence Homesteads".  From his book, which focuses on the four projects in the far West of Arizona, California, and Washington, Mr. Carriker will present on the history of the subsistance homesteads, those prposed for Washington, and the one actually implemented in Longview.  "I'm sure that new stories, perspectives, and clarifications will arise and even though the book is completed, I recognize that the story can always be enhanced." - Robert Carriker.  The Museum is located at 405 Allen Street, Kelso.  For questions call (360) 577-3119.

50th Chamber Banquet. Call 673-6299 for more information

Contact Sherry at chinook@kalama.com for more information.

Winter Quarter 2010

Lower Columbia College presents Community Conversations

Looking Back: Obama's First Year

This is a free event open to the public, or get credit by enrolling in Humanities 106 for a one-credit course.
The presenters are community members and LCC Faculty. Visit the Community Conversations Web page for information about speakers, their topics, and links to presentation materials.

When: Every Thursday from January 7 – March 18, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Rose Center Wollenberg Auditorium or otherwise noted

January 7
The Stimulus Package: Too Much or Not Enough?
Jim Franz, M.A., economics instructor, Lower Columbia College

January 14
This lecture has been cancelled

January 21
Stimulus Dollars and the Recovery
County Commissioner George Raiter and Longview Police Chief Alex Perez

January 28
Foreign Policy: And the Ship Sails On
David Benson, M.A., history and political science instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 4
Race as Sub-Text in Obama's America
Dennis Shaw, anthropology instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 11
Obama’s Rhetoric: Rousing the Masses
Mike Dugaw, M.A., speech instructor and debate coach

February 18
Health Care Legislation, Part 1
representatives from PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente, moderated by healthcare consultant Jim Meskew

February 25
Healthcare Legislation: Commendations and Cautions
PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente panel and Jim Meskew

March 4
Mud Slinging: Incivility in the Civil Arena
Michael Strayer M.A., psychology instructor, and Jerry Zimmerman J.D., legal studies and humanities, Lower Columbia College

March 11
The First Lady’s First Year
Laura Brener M.A., Vice President of Instruction, Lower Columbia College

March 18
Reflections on the Obama Courts
Attorney Barbara Vining, Prosecutor’s Office Child Support Division

Winter Quarter 2010

Lower Columbia College presents Community Conversations

Looking Back: Obama's First Year

This is a free event open to the public, or get credit by enrolling in Humanities 106 for a one-credit course.
The presenters are community members and LCC Faculty. Visit the Community Conversations Web page for information about speakers, their topics, and links to presentation materials.

When: Every Thursday from January 7 – March 18, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Rose Center Wollenberg Auditorium or otherwise noted

January 7
The Stimulus Package: Too Much or Not Enough?
Jim Franz, M.A., economics instructor, Lower Columbia College

January 14
This lecture has been cancelled

January 21
Stimulus Dollars and the Recovery
County Commissioner George Raiter and Longview Police Chief Alex Perez

January 28
Foreign Policy: And the Ship Sails On
David Benson, M.A., history and political science instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 4
Race as Sub-Text in Obama's America
Dennis Shaw, anthropology instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 11
Obama’s Rhetoric: Rousing the Masses
Mike Dugaw, M.A., speech instructor and debate coach

February 18
Health Care Legislation, Part 1
representatives from PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente, moderated by healthcare consultant Jim Meskew

February 25
Healthcare Legislation: Commendations and Cautions
PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente panel and Jim Meskew

March 4
Mud Slinging: Incivility in the Civil Arena
Michael Strayer M.A., psychology instructor, and Jerry Zimmerman J.D., legal studies and humanities, Lower Columbia College

March 11
The First Lady’s First Year
Laura Brener M.A., Vice President of Instruction, Lower Columbia College

March 18
Reflections on the Obama Courts
Attorney Barbara Vining, Prosecutor’s Office Child Support Division

Winter Quarter 2010

Lower Columbia College presents Community Conversations

Looking Back: Obama's First Year

This is a free event open to the public, or get credit by enrolling in Humanities 106 for a one-credit course.
The presenters are community members and LCC Faculty. Visit the Community Conversations Web page for information about speakers, their topics, and links to presentation materials.

When: Every Thursday from January 7 – March 18, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Rose Center Wollenberg Auditorium or otherwise noted

January 7
The Stimulus Package: Too Much or Not Enough?
Jim Franz, M.A., economics instructor, Lower Columbia College

January 14
This lecture has been cancelled

January 21
Stimulus Dollars and the Recovery
County Commissioner George Raiter and Longview Police Chief Alex Perez

January 28
Foreign Policy: And the Ship Sails On
David Benson, M.A., history and political science instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 4
Race as Sub-Text in Obama's America
Dennis Shaw, anthropology instructor, Lower Columbia College

February 11
Obama’s Rhetoric: Rousing the Masses
Mike Dugaw, M.A., speech instructor and debate coach

February 18
Health Care Legislation, Part 1
representatives from PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente, moderated by healthcare consultant Jim Meskew

February 25
Healthcare Legislation: Commendations and Cautions
PeaceHealth and Kaiser Permanente panel and Jim Meskew

March 4
Mud Slinging: Incivility in the Civil Arena
Michael Strayer M.A., psychology instructor, and Jerry Zimmerman J.D., legal studies and humanities, Lower Columbia College

March 11
The First Lady’s First Year
Laura Brener M.A., Vice President of Instruction, Lower Columbia College

March 18
Reflections on the Obama Courts
Attorney Barbara Vining, Prosecutor’s Office Child Support Division

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

LCC Center Stage Presents:

Eurydice

When: 7:30 pm
Where: LCC Center Stage Theatre

The play by Sarah Ruhl is based upon the myth of Orpheus in the underworld. Orpheus and Eurydice are young lovers. Eurydice dies and goes to Hades, Orpheus attempts to bring her back to the world of the living. The play is seen from Eurydice's viewpoint.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from the Columbia Theatre by phone, online, or in person. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before
performances at the Rose Center box office.

$8.00 general admission
$7.00 students and seniors
free - LCC students, faculty and staff

Free tickets may be reserved from the Columbia Theatre by phone only, or obtained one hour before performances at the Rose Center box office.

Columbia Theatre
1544 12th Ave. Suite B.
Longview, WA
360.575.8499
toll free: 888.575.8499
Hours: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm, M-F

Forklift Safety Training & Certification  $100 member/ $175 non-member.

Learn OSHA & WISHA rules and regulations regarding the safe use of PIT in the workplace.  Call the LCCA at 360-425-8820 for more information and to register for the class.

Baord of Directors meeting.

Governmental Affirs meeting formerly Monthly Contractors meeting.  Meet with city and county officials regarding upcoming changes and ordinances that will affect the building community.

LCCA General Membership meeting.  Will update time and locations.

Home & Garden Show Set-up for Exhibitors.  Contact the LCCA office at 360-425-8820 for registration information.

2010 LCCA Home & Garden Show at the Cowlitz County Expo Center.  Contact the LCCA office at 360-425-8820 for details.

2010 LCCA Home & Garden Show at the Cowlitz County Expo Center.  Contact the LCCA office at 360-425-8820 for show details.

This conferece is a conferece where you will here from Ms. Sarah Buel. She will review the many gains during the past decade in instutional change that we have witnessed in legislation, cultural and political awareness, advocacy and law enforcement. She will also address the oppurtunity we now have to define practical ateps, look to model programs and guidance needed to address issues such as witness tampering, child abuse prevention, and the relevance of education and health care in making real change.

 The cost is $100 and the hours vary from which workshops you select.

For list of workshops or other further questions please contact Chere Weiss at (360) 414-7533 or cweiss@peacehealth.org.

 A Decade of Change: How Far We’ve Come and How Far We Have to Go

Come and help us plan events for the Mount St. Helens 30th Anniversary!                                                                                                                                                    The committee meets the third Friday of every month and would love your help in making this a great year.

Healthy Lifestyles Coaltion meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at Cowlitz County Health Department, 1952 9th Avenue, Longview. For more information call Gayle Reid at 360-501-1237.

All interested citizens are welcome to attend and work together to bring healthy lifestyle ideas to all Cowlitz County residents through access to recreation, nutritious foods, clean air and opportunities to engage in the life of the community.

‘Oh, The Places You’ll Go!’

9th Annual Celebration of Literacy

Pre-school and grade-school aged children, their parents, grandparents and families, are invited to participate in the 9th Annual Celebration of Literacy. Age-appropriate entertainment and activities will be provided, together with a free book for every child!

The Celebration of Literacy is sponsored by local libraries, service organizations and LCC Transitional Studies, ECED and HOFL programs.

This is a free event. For more information please contact Sandie St. Onge.

‘Oh, The Places You’ll Go’ by Dr. Seuss

Healthy Homes presents a FREE training titled: "Indoor Air Pollution Uncovered." Participants will gain new knowledge on how to improve indoor air quality and how to perform in-home assessments.

Please click link below for more information:

http://www.cowlitzonthemove.org/pdfs/Healthy%20Homes%20Training.pdf

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE 

Healthy Homes presents a FREE training titled: "Indoor Air Pollution Uncovered."  Participants will gain new knowledge on how to improve indoor air quality and how to perform in home assessments.

Please click on link for more information:

http://www.cowlitzonthemove.org/pdfs/Healthy%20Homes%20Training.pdf

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE 

Participants will gain knowledge on how to improve indoor air quality and how to perform in-home assessments! 

Training topics include: Healthy Homes Program, asthma, Second Hand smoke, Dust/mites & Track-In, Lead, Asbostos, Pets/Dander, Moisture & Mold, Ventilation, Household Chemicals, Pest Control, and Lawn & Garden Care. 

Please copy and paste the attached link for more details:

http://www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/health/CEHA/MHEFile/Info%20&%20Registration.pdf

Thursday March 4th from 9 am to 4:30 pm
Friday March 5th from 9 am to 3 pm

For more information please call 414.5581 or email HealthyhomesCowlitz@gmail.com

Testing for FCC amateur radio license--all levels. To pre-register and for details, contact Judi, K7HRW at 274-3480 or k7hrw.judi@gmail.com

 Joint Heirs Day Adventures  is a specialized service that provides day and overnight outings for those 18 and over with developmental disabilities.   Our staff is dedicated, caring, licensed, and certified.  Our purpose is to provide quality, specialized, alternative recreation and leisure opportunities in an atmosphere where all can be happy and accepted -  no matter what their capacities or limitations may be. 

Our goal is that all persons attending our programs feel respected and important and that this will result in higher self esteem and enhanced quality of life.  We feel that our program, when utilized as respite, will become a welcome addition to our clients routines as well as to their parents or care givers and that it will be used as a means to compliment the lives of all concerned.

We offer outings 2-3 times a month and special events throughout the year.   We require that participants register and provide background and emergency information prior to any outings.  This is not a drop in program as space is limited.  Although we have a bus, our trips fill up fast and we recommend that you call first for seat availability.  Please call for more information and to be placed on our mailing list that will include quarterly mailings of flyers.    References are available. 

Contact Glenda for more information:  360-577-3883  glenmarie48@netscape.com

10 YEAR CELEBRATION PARTY!      MARCH. 14, 2010     TIME: 1:00 PM TO 5:00 PM (EST)     FEE:  $25.00 
Help us celebrate 10 years of service!  Join us at the Monticello Hotel Grand Ballroom.  Dress up, no shorts or sweats.  Full buffet meal including beverages and desserts.  Live music and dancing.  Door prizes and awards.  No drop in due to meal service, I must have your rsvp.  All included!  

Spell-ebration 2010

Altrusa International of Cowlitz County (The Breakfast Bunch) is holding their second annual Adult Spelling Bee on March 17 at 7 pm at the Kelso Theater Pub. Three-person teams are invited to compete for prizes and bragging rights. Proceeds go to the Breakfast Bunch community service projects. Call 360-673-1983 for registration and tickets.

Joint Heirs Day Adventures  is a specialized service that provides day and overnight outings for those 18 and over with developmental disabilities.   Our staff is dedicated, caring, licensed, and certified.  Our purpose is to provide quality, specialized, alternative recreation and leisure opportunities in an atmosphere where all can be happy and accepted -  no matter what their capacities or limitations may be. 

Our goal is that all persons attending our programs feel respected and important and that this will result in higher self esteem and enhanced quality of life.  We feel that our program, when utilized as respite, will become a welcome addition to our clients routines as well as to their parents or care givers and that it will be used as a means to compliment the lives of all concerned.

We offer outings 2-3 times a month and special events throughout the year.   We require that participants register and provide background and emergency information prior to any outings.  This is not a drop in program as space is limited.  Although we have a bus, our trips fill up fast and we recommend that you call first for seat availability.  Please call for more information and to be placed on our mailing list that will include quarterly mailings of flyers.    References are available. 

Contact Glenda for more information:  360-577-3883  glenmarie48@netscape.com

MOVIE WEDNESDAY -2     MARCH. 17, 2010     TIME: 11 AM TO 5:00 PM (TBD)     FEE:  $45.00 
Includes Lunch at Taco Bell and choice of movie as time allows.  (Vancouver).

Joint Heirs Day Adventures  is a specialized service that provides day and overnight outings for those 18 and over with developmental disabilities.   Our staff is dedicated, caring, licensed, and certified.  Our purpose is to provide quality, specialized, alternative recreation and leisure opportunities in an atmosphere where all can be happy and accepted -  no matter what their capacities or limitations may be. 

Our goal is that all persons attending our programs feel respected and important and that this will result in higher self esteem and enhanced quality of life.  We feel that our program, when utilized as respite, will become a welcome addition to our clients routines as well as to their parents or care givers and that it will be used as a means to compliment the lives of all concerned.

We offer outings 2-3 times a month and special events throughout the year.   We require that participants register and provide background and emergency information prior to any outings.  This is not a drop in program as space is limited.  Although we have a bus, our trips fill up fast and we recommend that you call first for seat availability.  Please call for more information and to be placed on our mailing list that will include quarterly mailings of flyers.    References are available. 

Contact Glenda for more information:  360-577-3883  glenmarie48@netscape.com

THE ORIGINAL "CATS"      MARCH. 27, 2010     TIME: 12:30 PM TO 7:00 PM (EST)     FEE:  $60.00 
Experience the wonder of live theatre with the original Broadway musical "Cats", one of the longest running shows in Broadways history.  meal stop on the way home.  Cats tickets included.

Northwest Voices Presents

Author: Jamie Ford

When: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Where: Admissions Center Room 143

Author Reading: 6:30 pm at the Longview Public Library

The public is invited to these free workshops and readings.

Symphonic Band Concert - A Cinema Spectacular
Featuring clarinet soloist Don Nelson

When: 7:30 pm
Where: Wollenberg Auditorium

Music from memorable films including: Casablanca, Out of Africa, The Magnificent Seven, The Godfather,
Star Wars, Il Postina, Phantom of the Opera and more!

Jazz Band Concert

When: 7:30 pm
Where: Wollenberg Auditorium

Jazz Night with Guests: Kelso High School Jazz Band

Concert and Jazz Choir

When: 7:30 pm
Where: Wollenberg Auditorium

African American Heritage

Catered by Skamania Lodge, proceeds benefit the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum.  Over 100 items auctioned.

 This class will emcompass the final stages of creating a mask, including detail carving, sanding techniques, painting & assembling complex masks.

Finishing information including setting hair, abalone inlays & much more. Come with your questions.

Length of classs: 5 hours.  Cost: $60

To register call:  360-225-9522

 Learn the history & significance of how the Button Blanket became part of the culture of the native peoples of the Northwest Coast.

Discussion will include the different materials & techniques used in creating a button blanket.

Examples of different styles from the Lelooska Family collection will be shared.

Create your own miniature button blanket from felt.

Length of class: 2+ hours.  Cost: $30.  To register call:  360-225-9522

 Explore how the forms & elements of Northwest Coast art come together to form designs that represent hereditary crests.

Learn how these designs are interpreted when carved into wood & painted on masks. You will learn basic forms & begin to work on layout of designs.

Bring a sketchpad and pencils.

Length of class: 5 hours.  Cost: $45.  To register call: 360-225-9522

Join others in helping us clean up the grounds and finish projects before our spring 2010 season begins.

Bring your workgloves.

Families, groups and individuals welcome.

Lunch will be provided.

Work begins at 9 am and concludes by 1 pm.

Let us know you are coming:  360-225-9522

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Columbian Artists Association 34th Annual Judged/Juried Spring Show 

Entries received March 223, 2010 - 10am thru 5pm at Lower Columbia College, Rose Center for the Arts 1600 Maple St. Longview Washington. 

Open to artists 18 years and older from Cowlitz, Clark, Wahkiakum, Lewis & Pacific Counties n Washington and Clatsop and Columbia Counties in Oregon.

Media accepted are Oils, Watercolors and Acrylics. 

Entry fee:  Non-members $15.00 each piece.  Members $10.00 each piece.  For more information please call Irene Bacon at 360-575-9751 or Nubby Erickson at 503-728-2975.  

Entry forms are also available at the Broadway Gallery or on line at www:columbianartists.org.

This is a well established show with many excellent local artists.

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Columbian Artists Members Monthly meeting at the Merk. 

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The public is invited to attend the 34th  Annual Spring Show opening  with an Artists reception from 12 noon to 5pm.  Awards presentations 3pm.  Refreshments provided. Featured artist is Mitzi Christensen with fresh, inspiring paintings of the local area.  Artists will be in attendance .

Art show closes Friday, April 2.  

Be sure to come the Goldwing Road Rider Association Event this weekend! They are asking for donations of 12" and 14" teddy bears for children that are victims of a crime.  There will be 60+ bikes in the common area of our mall this year with a South Pacific theme.  Bring the whole family and support a great cause.  This event will be on display during all mall hours from Friday, February 26, to Sunday, February 28.

Mall hours are:

Friday  10am to 8pm

Saturday 10am to 7pm

Sunday  11am to 6pm

Three Rivers Mall is hosting a Lifeline Screening for the 3rd year in a row.  The location is in our Community Room next to Sears.

 Call our office for more in formation at 360-577-5218 ext 21.

This test can stop a stroke, aneurysm or osteoporosis in its tracks.

All4 screenings only $139, Save $41!  Add Osteoporosis Screening for only $10 more.  Call 1-877-792-8480.  Appointments Required.

Looking for a wonderful companion?  come to the Three Rivers Mall and check out the Cowlitz County Humane Society Pet Adoption Center.

The Pet Adoption Center is here every month for only 3 days. 

It's Time For Funtastic Shows!  You know Spring is in the air when the Carnival is in town!  Bring the whole family and enjoy a day at the carnival. Food, Rides and Fun for the whole family.  Test your skills in the arcade and win a prize for someone special!

No Frills Networking

Who are we?  No Frills Networking is YOUR local networking group.

When do we meet?  Every Tuesday of Every Month, 7:30 am to 8:30 am

Where do we meet? Backstage Cafe (Upstairs) 216 S Pacific Ave Kelso

What does it cost?  Only a smile (Professional Courtesy means that you arrive on time and listen to whomever may be speaking to the group at any particular time)

YOUR continued participation benefits everyone! Including you!

For more information call Jim @ 360.314.8691

The Koth Gallery is proud to present featured artist: Leon Lowman

Gallery is open for viewing during Library hours:

Monday & Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday Noon - 5 pm
Sunday - Closed

If you have any questions please call 360.442.5300

Koth Gallery Presents Featured Artist: Joe Fischer

The Koth Gallery is available for viewing during Library Hours

Monday & Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday Noon - 5 pm
Sunday Closed

For questions please call 360.442.5300

The monthly meeting of the Cowlitz County Republicans.  Precinct Committee Officers are to attend.  Interested Republicans are invited.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Macy's Clearance Center from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with adoptable dogs and cats.  All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed and neutered.  For a complete list of all adoptable critters go to www.cowlitzhumane.com. 

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Macy's Clearance Center from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with adoptable cats and dogs.  All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed and neutered. For a complete list of all our adoptable animals go to www.cowlitzhumane.com.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Macy's Clearance Center from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with adoptable cats and dogs.  All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed and neutered.  For a complete list of all our adoptable critters, go to www.cowlitzhumane.com.

It is time for the Three Rivers Mall Annual Easter Egg Hunt!  Fun and Prizes for kids ages 1 year to 10 years old.

•  1-3 year olds 10am
•  4-7 year olds 10:45 am
•  8-10 year olds 11 am

Bring your camera and take pictures of the Easter Bunny in the Easter Set.

The Egg Hunt will take place in the old Rug & Art space next to Bath and Body Works.

Prize Redemption Center will be located in the old Afterthoughts space.

All Members and interested community members are invited to our monthly Sons of Norway Business Meeting at 7:00 pm at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA. Please bring a snack to share and learn about our Lodge.

Join us for our monthly Pancake Breakfast at the Sons of Norway Lodge located at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, coffee and juice for only $5! Enjoy your old time favorites as Don Marko and Tom Monson entertain us with their accordion music.

Sons of Norway Social and Cultural Presentation 

Learn about the little known Norwegian Castle here in the U.S. with our video presentation by Sandy Sims, with questions and answer session following the video.

Then, join us for our annual Lapskaus (Stew) meal of Lapskaus, breads, and dessert all for $5! There may be a pot of gold and a leprachaun or two!

FREE Scandinavian Hardanger Embroidery Class at the Sons of Norway Lodge each Monday at 224 Catlin ST W, Kelso. Contact Muriel at 503-556-3501 for supply list or stop by to check out the class and have a cup of coffee!

Join Jean Lancaster as we learn to carve a Scandinavian Dale Hest (Horse) beginning Monday, March 8th from 3-5 pm at the Sons of Norway Lodge at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA.  Class cost is $5 per person and this includes your wood bloc and, use of a carving knife if you need one. If you have carving tools and glove, please bring them. The coffee pot will be on!

To Register, contact Jean at 360-423-3379 by Sunday March 7th.

Learn to carve an authentic Scandinavian Dale Hest (Horse) with Jean Lancaster at the Sons of Norway Lodge, 224 Catlin St W, Kelso on Mondays beginning March 8-22nd. Class cost is $5 per person and includes your wood block and use of a carving knife if you need one. If you have carving tools, please bring them. The coffee pot will be on!

To register, contact Jean at 360-423-3379.

LCC Bookstore

Local Author Bernadette Crepeau
Book Signing

When: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: LCC Bookstore

Crepeau, a St. Helen's resident, published her book after taking a Continuing Education course at LCC on self-publishing.
Her book is titled: The Brooklyn Leprechaun and is a juvenile fantasy.

Looking to buy, sell, refinance, get information of the tax credit or any other real estate questions?  Than don't miss Navigating Today's Real Estate Market! Get all your real estate questions answered by the professionals at a free seminar.

Where: Oak Tree Restaurant; 1020 Atlantic Avenue, Woodland
When: Saturday March 27th from 8 am to 10 am
RSVP: Cindy Lane, Envoy Mortgage 360.607.6775 or clane@envoymtg.com

Presented by:

• Carol Rounds of Columbia Bank 360.225.9421 or crounds@columbiabank.com
• Gary Williams of River Country Realty Inc.  360.904.7441 or realagency@earthlink.net
• Joel Lengyel of Cascade Title Company 360.425.2950 or joel@cascade-title.com
• Al Lane of Envoy Mortgage 360.901.1023 or alane@envoymtg.com