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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 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.
Kelso Bridge Market
"SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT"
Sunday's at Catlin Center
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fresh produce, crafts, fun for all
Kids Corner
Meet Friends
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.
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.
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!
Smaller than our Saturday Market but still a great opportunity to pick up your fruit and vegies from local Farmers.
Meet a geneologist at the library to discuss your family search challenge.
Meeting 2nd Tues of the month at St. John's hospital cafeteria
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.
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.
Lower Columbia CCA willl be having our general meeting at the Monticello Hotel in the Ballroom
The Port of Longview Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Please note time and place are subject to change.
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.
ROII Banquet & Auction
Meet with local jurisdictions to review process changes in building permit applications, ordiance changes and to discuss issues that contractors face when applying for permits.
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.
At the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson, Washington.
At the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson, Washington.
At the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson, Washington.
At the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson, Washington.
Annual Summer celebration including arts and crafts vendors, food and beverage, music, parade and sternwheeler rides.
Annual cowboy breakfast at Camp Howe in Hemlock.
Community-wide garage sales, classic car show, barbecue dinner and sock-hop street dance, food and craft vendors, beer garden.
Community-wide garage sales, classic car show, barbecue dinner and sock-hop street dance, food and craft vendors, beer garden.
Disc golf tournament
At the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum. Jazz from local NW performers and wine tastings from Gorge wineries.
Annual Bluegrass Festival at Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson. Concerts, workshops and contests
Annual Bluegrass Festival at Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson. Concerts, workshops and contests
Annual Bluegrass Festival at Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson. Concerts, workshops and contests
Outrigger canoe racers paddle the Columbia and compete for prizes.
Outrigger canoe racers paddle the Columbia and compete for prizes.
Annual Bluegrass Festival at Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson. Concerts, workshops and contests.
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Columbian Artists Members Monthly meeting at the Merk.
The Lelooska Museum displays an extensive collection of Native artifacts from North America. Fine examples of beadwork, quillwork, baskertry and carvings.
Admission by donation.
165 Merwin Village Road, Ariel, WA 98603
360-225-9522
The monthly meeting of the Cowlitz County Republicans. Precinct Committee Officers are to attend. Interested Republicans are invited.
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!
Sons of Norway Business Mtg at 7:00pm at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA. All community members interested in finding out more about Sons of Norway are cordially invited to attend.
Please bring a snack to share, coffee will be provided.
Pancake & Waffle Breakfast held at Sons of Norway Sat. April 3rd from 8:30 - 10:30 am at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA 98626.
Menu includes ham, pancakes, waffles, scrambled eggs, coffee and juice for a $5 donation.
Pickled herring, lefse making supplies and more at our Breidablik Butikk!
Enjoy your old time favorites as Don Marko and Tom Monson entertain our guests with their accordion music.
Kelso School District Board of Directors meeting
7:00 p.m.
Ruth B. Clark Administration Building
601 Crawford St.
Age: 5 & over
Saturday, July 31, 11 am to 2:30 pm
Lake Sacajawea Park, Martin's Dock area, Nichols & Kessler Blvd.
Fee: $7.50 per person (in-city)
$10.00 per person (out-of-city)
AM/FM plays the best of the rocking AM hits and the FM hits that crossed over. From Foreigner to Boston, 10cc to the Partridge Family - with a bunch of your favorite one-hit-wonders thrown in for good measure - an AM/FM show definitely has something for everyone who loves 70s classic rock!
Free! Open to the public.
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
FIREWORKS AT THE PORT OF ILWACO JULY 3, 2010 5:00 TO 11:00 (EST) FEE: $40.00
You can feel the thunder as the sky is lit overhead with brilliant colors! Enjoy live music, merchants and food. Bring a lawn chair and money for dinner or snacks.
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
TACOMA OVERNIGHT AND WILD WAVES JULY 23-24, 2010 DEPART 10AM - RETURN TBA FEE: $125
We'll spend the day at Wild Waves Amusement and water park then spend the night at a local hotel. Next day spend some time site seeing, exploring local interests, and stopping at the Tacoma mall. Shared hotel room, breakfast and park fees are included!
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
MONKEY AROUND AT THE ZOO JULY 17, 2010 9:00 TO 5:00 FEE: $ 45.00
Visit the zoo animals and exhibits, ride the train around Washington Park. Bring a lunch for a picnic at the amphitheater. Expect a lot of walking so wear comfy shoes. Bring spending money for snack or beverages.
Zoo entrance is included and one ride on the train.
Creation scientists attribute the rapid recovery of life at Mount St. Helens to God’s design for ecosystem adaptability. With that in mind, the 7Wonders Creation Museum will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the eruption with an early evening hymn sing Sunday, June 27th from 5-6:30 p.m. Dr. Keith Swenson, science professor at Multnomah School of the Bible, and author on biological recovery, will be speaking on the subject.
Preceding the vesper service will be an afternoon tea with opportunities to view the Museum’s new displays which concentrate on the geological features formed by all the eruptions of the 1980s at Mount St. Helens. It is the only Museum on Hwy 504 showing specifically how MSH features relate to earth’s catastrophic past and the Global Flood.
The Museum operates as a free, non-profit corporation supported by book sales and donations. It carries the largest selection of creation science materials of any bookstore in the Northwest. Due to limited space, reservations are required for the June 27th event. Call 360-274-5737.
If your are interested in working on a Habitat for Humanity Build Site - please call our Volunteer Coordinator ON TUESDAY OR THURSDAY from 9:00 a.m. to Noon or send an e-mail to volunteer@cowlitzhabitat.org. We generally keep volunteers to 15-20 per site and currently build on Saturdays. Call the coordinator for location and availability. WAIVERS and other paperwork, including a safety orientation must be completed prior to working on any Habitat site or the Habitat Store.
We typically work every Saturday from 8:30 to 3:30 - with the exception of Holiday Weekends - NO CONSTRUCTION.
If your group is interested in participating in your own group build day - let us know - there is a group fee and asigned limited workdays/workweeks for these groups.
Thanks for your interest and support for Cowlitz County Habitat for Humanity!
Are you interested in working with Cowlitz County Habitat for Humanity's partner families before and during their home build? This team meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm for one hour. Typically, two people (known as advocates) are assigned to each family. We are currently looking for additional advocates for our new partner families.
Please call and leave a message for Judy Potter (current Family Support Chair) at the Habitat office at 425-6177 and we'll forward the message and invite you to the next meeting.
Thanks for your support and interest in Cowlitz County Habitat for Humanity.
The Lions Beer Garden will take place at the Cowlitz County Expo Center.
Festivities begin at 5 pm
For more details or to donate to the GoFourth Festival check out http://gofourthfestival.org
Come to one or all of the free classes for Positive Discipline.
Lewis County Poetry Group Meets Every Third Saturday to share their work and favorite works of others. Lewis County Poetry Group welcomes traveling poets and poets from other communities.
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St.
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
Maybe a few groups (duos-trios) will develop out of this enterprise. That would certainly exceed our humble expectations.
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
We pick a cozy spot and arrange chairs in a large circle. If there's a sizable crowd, we sit in concentric circles and work from the center outward. We choose a person to start with, and decide to move to the left or the right. The person who is "up" has several options:
1.PLAY: Play or sing a song for the group, read a poem, tell a story, play an instrumental. It's nice if you introduce yourself beforehand so that we may get to know you. If a song has a chorus that
you think folks would enjoy singing along with, you may want to teach it to the group before you begin so that we may join you. You may also invite others to play or jam along with you...or not. Your choice. Please ask if you want to play solo, since musicians just like to play along but will respect a person's desire to play alone when it is made known. All musical styles, all ages and skill levels are encouraged.
2. PICK: Choose a song you'd like to hear or have the group sing. You may also request songs of other people in the group if you aret familiar with their music and want to hear something that you and perhaps the others might enjoy.
3. PASS: For the spectators, the shy, or anyone else who wishes to participate in the group but tends to blank out under pressure. Or, for anyone with their mouth full of food.
SONG CIRCLE is a traditional, relaxed way to share time, fun, art, and community. Acoustic instruments of all kinds are encouraged, but not necessary if you simply love to sing. No one dominates, but anyone may lead the group in song or entertain when it is their turn. People may enter or leave the circle as they wish, but at all times within and without the circle, it is understood that no one is to be rude or disruptive. The circle will continue until the last hearty soul peters out, the Matrix closes, or we all file out and adjourn to the nearest gin mill to continue, to the shock and potential amusement of the local patrons.
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
Dave Shriver and Bruce Maier lead a group of friends in playing a full night of Old Time Rock & Roll.
See some info about these two artists:
http://www.damngoodtunes.com/bjmsongs.html
http://www.damngoodtunes.com/David_Shriver.html
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
First Thursday Activities – July 1
1. Broadway Gallery, 1418 Commerce www.the-broadway-gallery.com/. The featured artists are Jeanne Hamilton, pastels, Richard Roth, pottery, David Vik, photography and Lorena Birk, sculpture/paintings. Reception: 5:30–7:30pm. Music by John Kramer.
2. LCC Gallery at the Rose Center, 15th & Washington http://lowercolumbia.edu/gallery/ The featured artist is Paul Adams, photography. (Exhibit runs June 30–July 23.) pen until 7:00pm.
3. Lord & McCord Artworks, 1416 Commerce www.lindamccord.com. Featuring the art work of Darla Anderson. Columbian Artists Association member Gert Martini will demonstrate watercolor and Linda McCord will be demonstrating how to make "skins" out of acrylic paint to incorporate into paintings. Reception: 5:00–7:00pm. Violin music by Kaitlyn Lee.
4. Teague’s Interiors Mezzanine Gallery, 1267 Commerce www.teaguesinteriors.com. Teague’s will be featuring work by over 15 local artists. Open until 7:00pm.
5. Banda's Bouquets, 1310 Broadway www.bandasbouquets.com. Featuring local artist Gayle Kiser, watercolors. Open until 7:00pm.
6. Java Joy Coffee House (in The Treasure House), 1252 Commerce Avenue. Featuring artists from For the Love of Art. www.ftloa.org/. Oen until 7:00pm.7. ZoJo Coffee, 1335 14th Avenue www.zojocoffee.com. Featuring an exhibit of mixed media sculpture by Max Wade.
Open until 7:00pm.
8. The Bistro, 1329 Commerce Avenue www.thebistrobuzz.com/. Wine Tasting. Live music. Door Prizes. Reservations Recommended. Hours: 5:00-8:00pm.
Join us in Downtown Longview for First Thursday!
On the first Thursday of every month downtown stays open a bit later to celebrate! 5-7 pm
Special events planned at many of the shops downtown including:
Broadway Gallery
LCC Gallery at the Rose Center
Lord & McCord Artworks
Teague's Interiors Mezzanine
Banda's Bouquets
Java Joy Coffee House (in The Treasure House)
ZoJo Coffee
The Bistro ...and more!
Join us in Downtown Longview, WA for the annual Bowtie Blast Bazaar!
9 am to 3 pm
In front of The Merk @ Broadway and Commerce, Longview, WA.
The event features arts and crafts, flea market, etc, sponsored by the Longview Downtowners .
Info: Mic McCord at 360-575-9440.
experimental acoustic explorations featuring bouzouki & more by Moon, Patrick, Jesse, Doug the fam' & more...
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
Metal / Hardcore
Psylem-
http://www.myspace.com/psylem
Pariah's Revolt-
http://www.myspace.com/kapitolraid
for those folks who can't make the main event:
Popes' For Kids Benefit- http://chehalis.travel/events/id/E0-001-031233308-0/Tory+%5C%22Kutz%5C%22+Ezell
The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Community & Food since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com
The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Fibre Credit Union with adoptable critters. We will be there from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed/neutered. For a complete list of all adoptable animals go to www.cowlitzhumane.com.
The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Fibre Credit Union from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with adoptable critters. All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed and neutered. For a complete list of all adoptable animals go to www.cowlitzhumane.com.
The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across for Fibre Credit Union from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with adoptable critters. All animals are current on shots and micro chipped; cats are spayed / neutered. For a complete list of all adoptable animals go to www.cowlitzhumane.com.
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.