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

Register by May 18.  Come in, call 425-9810, or email us at (tblack@theprogresscenter.org) and put “walk-a-thon” in the subject line.

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.

Do you have a flair for marketing; presentations; interested in special events and/or fundraising?  WE NEED YOU!  Please consider joining Cowlitz County Habitat for Humanity's Public Relations (PR) and Development (DEV) Team.  We currently meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month.  Please contact Diane Perron, Program Manager or Len Lelevich, E.D. at 425-6177 or reach us by e-mail at office@cowlitzhabitat.org.  THANK YOU

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.

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

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.

IF YOU LIKE WORKING WITH PEOPLE - especially our newly chosen partner families - we've got a place for you.  Our Family Support Team serves as an advocate to our partner familiy and you team up with other members to help during the build process; while they're preparing and getting into their home.  We NEED two or three additional ADVOCATES.  Please call Marion Metke or the office at 425-6177 for additional information. 

The team meets monthly and in 2008 will change the meeting date and time TO the 2nd TUESDAY of each month at 6:30 pm

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!

Smaller than our Saturday Market but still a great opportunity to pick up your fruit and vegies from local Farmers.

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.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Call 360-225-9522.  Cost for School Programs is $5 per person.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares songs, dances, stories & masks which display the rights, crests & privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewide. Advance reservations a must.  Cultural Center grounds open at 5:30 pm.  Call 360-225-9522.  Children age 12 and under $7; Ages 13-61 $10; over age 61 $9.

This day is for all vendors to begin setting up for the event. The tents and sound for the entertainment also is set up on this day.

The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the corner of Broadway and 15th.

It will go across 15th. to the Civic Center, the wrong way around the Civic Center in front of the post office, down Washington Way and then right at Kessler. It will disband at Larch and Kessler. 

The Lions will have the Kid's Races in front of RA Long at 12 noon. 

The Timber Carnival will be located at the corner of Kessler and Louisiana. Competitors from around the USA and New Zealand and Australia will be competing for prize money. 

Entertainment will begin at Martin's Dock at 1 pm and continue till the fireworks at 10 p.m. 

The fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. sharp. 

Be at Lake Sacajawea for the Cardboard Boat Races.

The annual Lions Pancake Breakfast will be on the Kessler side of the food court 

The annual Lions Beer Gardens will be held at the parking lot across from the Cowlitz County Expo Center.  

Do you have a passion for ending homelessness?  Do you want to help families achieve a safe, decent, affordable home?  Interested in public speaking, especially with Cowlitz County churches?  We're looking for you!   Please join us the first Thursday of each month for one hour.  We're looking to establish a 12 member team and have additional openings.  

Give call Len or Diane at our office at 360-425-6177 or ask for Rev. John Williams and Robert Meket - Co-Chairs

THANKS for your support and consideraton.

CCHFH Executive Team Meeting

Cowlitz County Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors Meeting

Each Board member serves a three-year term.

Interested in serving as a Habitat Board member?  Call 425-6177 and discuss confidentially.

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.

LCC Art Gallery

Annual Student Art Exhibit

Exhibit
May 28 - June 5

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

LCC Art Gallery

Annual Student Art Exhibit

Exhibit
May 28 - June 5

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

LCC Art Gallery

Annual Student Art Exhibit

Exhibit
May 28 - June 5

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

LCC Art Gallery

Annual Student Art Exhibit

Exhibit
May 28 - June 5

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

LCC Art Gallery

Annual Student Art Exhibit

Exhibit
May 28 - June 5

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

Opening Reception
LCC Art Gallery

Tupper Malone

Exhibit
July 2 - 24

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

LCC Art Gallery

Tupper Malone

Exhibit
July 2 - 24

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

Admission is free and open to the public

The event sponsored, in part, by the LCC Foundation

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild meeting, 2218 E. Kessler Blvd, Longview.  Social at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m.  Speakers, door prize drawing, show and tell.  For more information contact Karen Cox, (360) 423-6149.

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

LCC Center Stage Presents:

This Island Earth by Leslie Slape and Don Correll

Where we've been and where we're going

Tickets: $8.00 general, $7.00 students and seniors
Free to LCC students and staff

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.

Meeting Location: Cowlitz County Health Department.  1952 9th Avenue.  Longview 

Meetings are open to the public.  Our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles for all Cowlitz County residents through access to recreation, nutritious foods and clean air. 

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.

Register by May 18.  Come in, call 425-9810, or email us at (tblack@theprogresscenter.org) and put “walk-a-thon” in the subject line.

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.

Computers in the Workplace
With Rick Lance

Explore popular applications, including spreadsheets, and presentation programs!  Learn how to incorporate information from one program into another, about different file types, finding lost information, and other office related skills.  Find out what helpful software can be downloaded from the internet, and how to do it, and work with graphics and even music files!

Mondays & Wednesdays, June 3 - 29
From 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
At the Applied Arts Building, Room 108
Course fee $29
Sign up for Item # 1810

If you have any questions, or would like to sign up over the phone using a VISA or MasterCard, please call.
Community Education (360) 442-2840

PowerPoint 2007
With Billie Bevers

Update your knowledge and create the best slide shows ever!  From music to movement, add pizzazz to presentations.  Whether youa re sharing business proposals, vacation highlights, or something entirely different, get tips and tricks that are sure to make your presentation sparkle.

Mondays and Wednesdays, June 1 - 10
From 3 - 5 p.m., At the Applied Arts Building, Room 110C
Course fee $39
Sign up for Item # 1840

If you have any questions, or would like to sign up over the phone using a VISA or MasterCard, please call.
Community Education (360) 442-2840

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.

Ed2go

Expand your mind in your free time!
Limited free preview of Lessons 1 & 2 when you sign up for one of our online courses!

Most courses are only $84!

Ed2go has nearly 300 classes to choose from.  These classes offer the flexibility of being able to do the work any time of day while retaining an easy to adhere to timetable for quiz and assignment submission.  The courses are comprehensive, with expert instructors who offer timely feedback.  Within the course space there are interactive student forums.  There are start dates every month and each class run for six weeks.  Upon successful completion a Certification of Completion is awarded and can be printed for your records.

Some categories available:

Courses for Teaching Professionals, Business Administration, Law & Legal Careers
Accounting, Computer Applications, Graphic Design, Web Page Design
Web & Computer Programming, Grant Writing & Nonprofit Management
Sales & Marketing, Personal Finance & Wealth Building
Entertainment Industry, Languages, Certification Prep, Test Prep
Art, History, Psychology, Literature, Math, Philosophy, Science
Health Care, Nutrition, & Fitness
And many more!

In the month of June, four randomly selected participants will win an Ipod Touch!

Check us out on the web: www.lowercolumbia.edu/ed2go

If you have any questions, please call.
Community Education (360) 442-2840

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/

Spring Quarter 2009
Lower Columbia College presents Community Conversations
The Good Life: Food, Nutrition & Environmental Wellness

This is a free event open to the public, or get credit by enrolling in Humanities 116 for a one-credit course. The presenters are community members and LCC Faculty. Check out the Community Conversations homepage for information on topics and the presenters.

When: Every Thursday from April 9 - June 11, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Rose Center Wollenberg Auditorium or otherwise noted

Spring Quarter 2009
Lower Columbia College presents Community Conversations
The Good Life: Food, Nutrition & Environmental Wellness

This is a free event open to the public, or get credit by enrolling in Humanities 116 for a one-credit course. The presenters are community members and LCC Faculty. Check out the Community Conversations homepage for information on topics and the presenters.

When: Every Thursday from April 9 - June 11, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Rose Center Wollenberg Auditorium or otherwise noted

Reed Project Elizabeth King Paintings

When: April 6, 2009 to June 19, 2009

Where: Lower Columbia College, Main Hallway Gallery: 1600 Maple Street Longview, WA 360-442-2510

Time: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 10 am - 4 pm

          Wednesday, Thursday:     10 am - 7 pm

Elizabeth King, is displaying a series of minimalist-like experimental, figurative, paintings.

Elizabeth paints these experimental, paintings, because she values the music that exists in delicate human
existence and the natural materials, dictate it's own evolving direction. Elizabeth Kings experimental paintings,
indicate conceptual reeds, by the use of contoured figures, playing the flute, and symbolized, by the use of
paper musical scores, and notes, in her underpainting, and by the use of organic materials that present the art
of the flute, in her pallet, of silver, iridescent, bright and natural earth colors.

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

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 .

Lower Columbia College presents:

Jazz Band and Community Choir Concert

When: 7:30 p.m.

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.

The Master Home Environmentalist Training/Speaker Series

Attend the training series to become a Master Home Environmentalist or come listen and learn for an hour just because you're interested!

All trainings will be held at the Cowiitz County Health Department @ 6:30 pm

Thursday May 14, 2009
Second Hand Smoke
Theresa Cross, MS RD CD, Tobacco Prevention and Education, Clark County Public Health

Saturday May 16, 2009
Becoming an Asthma Educator and Care Manager
Wendy Brown, PharmD, PA-C, AE-C, North Dakota State University
*Pre-registration required.  This training will be held at the Cowlitz County PUD, 961 12th Ave Longview WA 98632 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Thursday May 21, 2009
Chemicals, Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation
Steve Sylvester, PhD, WSU Vancouver

Tuesday May 26, 2009
Landlord Tenant Issues
Vicki Rhodes, Housing Assistance Programs Manager, Longview  Housing Authority

Come play one of the fastest growing sports around.  This is a beginner league with a stress on learning the game and having lots of fun! 

The cost is $20 a person for a six week session. 

Games are played at Roy Morse Park on the soccer fields starting at 6:30pm. 

Please call the Recreation Office at 360-442-5400 to sign up (Registration closes 6.22.09).  When you sign up you will fill out a "self evaluation" form so you will be appropriately placed on a team.

Register for the Co-ed Frisbee League

Cost: $20 for a six week session

This is a beginner league with a stress on learning the game and having lots of fun!  When you sign up you will fill out a "self-evaluation" form so you will be appropriately placed on a team

Please call 360.442.5400 to sign up to play one of the fastest growing sports around.  

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.

**FREE** HOMEBUYER SEMINAR

PUD AUDITORIUM, 961 12TH AVE., LONGVIEW

CALL TO REGISTER 360-501-8075

Open to the public.... learn about the home-buying process, new $8,000 tax credit, financing, credit scores and much more

Sponsored by the Washington State Housing Finance Commission.

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.

Join us at Rainier Market every Saturday.

Our indoor market offers over 50 vendors selling fresh produce and meats, ice cream and work by a number of artists.

10 am to 4 pm

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)

CASTLE ROCK AREA - REGISTER NOW FOR YOUTH FALL SOCCER 
REGISTRATION IS FROM MAY 15TH - JUNE 30TH ONLINE AT WWW.CASTLEROCKSOCCER.ORG OR YOU CAN REGISTER IN PERSON ON JUNE 13TH FROM 10AM - 1PM AT THE NCRA CLUBHOUSE. 

We would like to welcome the Public to the Highlands Neighborhood Association meeting @ St. Helens Elementary Gym - 431 27th. We start right at 6 PM. We would like to see more Highlands Neighborhood residents at our meetings. Come see what we are doing and see how you can help. 

http://highlandsneighborhoodassociation.org/
                                                                                     

Hope Ins piration Goals Heart Leadership Action Neighborhood Dreams Success(HIGHLANDS)

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

The City of Longview Stormwater Division has scheduled a series of workshop meetings to introduce and discuss draft revisions to the City’s Stormwater Ordinance and a draft Stormwater Manual. The workshop dates and times are:

June 16 from 3-5 p.m. or from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

All workshops will be held I the Training Room, Longview City Hall 2^nd floor, 1525 Broadway.

The City of Longview Stormwater Division has scheduled a series of workshop meetings to introduce and discuss draft revisions to the City’s Stormwater Ordinance and a draft Stormwater Manual. The workshop dates and times are:

June 16 from 3-5 p.m. or from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

All workshops will be held I the Training Room, Longview City Hall 2^nd floor, 1525 Broadway.

Portland's Largest 5K Fun Run...Read More

Saturday May 30th
Downtown Portland

Entry Fees:

$15 per person without t-shirt (pre-registration)
$28 per person with t-shirt (pre-registration)
$18 per person at event
$31 per person at event with t-shirt (if shirts are available)
Children 10 and under are free, but must register

To Register Click Here

North Olympic Discovery Marathon

Full Marathon
Walkers Welcome
Half Marathon
Corporate Relay
High School Relay
5 & 10 K
Kids Marathon

No day of race registration.

To Register or for more information please Click Here .

For Directions Click Here .

Helvetia Half Marathon & Drop Top 10K

For more information or to register please Click Here .

Join the celebration of the 32nd annual 5K and 10K Beach to Chowder Run/Walk and the first year of our certified half marathon!

Awards Ceremony and Chowder Feed to follow.

For more Event Information and Registration please Click Here .

Contact: Sherry Hash 360-642-3684 beachtochowder@gmail.com
or
The Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau (800) 451-2542 or email
or
Long Beach Merchants Association
PO Box 896 Long Beach, WA 98631

The Pacific Crest Endurance Weekend includes:

FRIDAY

• Kid's Splash Pedal-n-Dash for kid's ages 12 & under

SATURDAY

• Long Course Triathlon (TRI NorthWest Long Course Championship)
• Endurance Duathlon
• Marathon (BAA Boston Qualifier)
• Half-Marathon

SUNDAY

• Olympic Distance Triathlon
• Olympic Distance Duathlon
• 5K & 10K Run / Walks
• Kid's Dash (1-mile & 1/2-mile)

Join the many others from across the country that take advantage of this opportunity to make this a fun, active family vacation at the beautiful Sunriver Resort in Central Oregon.

DATE: Saturday, June 27, 2009

LOCATION: Sunriver, Oregon (located 15 miles south of Bend, just off Hwy. 97 in Central Oregon (altitude 4,200 ft).

EVENTS: Marathon & Half Marathon (Run/Walk - both events)

START TIMES: Marathon - 7:30 a.m., Half Marathon 8:00 a.m.

START LOCATION: Runners & Walkers for both the Marathon and ½ Marathon will gather in the Sunriver Village Mall (Athlete Village, the official finish line) prior to the race. There will be music as well as water and Gatorade. Pre-race briefings will be given 20 minutes prior to the race starts and 5 minutes later all the athletes will move to the start line, as a group (start lines will be posted with signage on Thursday).

For Event information and Registration Click Here .

For General Information please contact events@racecenter.com

For Volunteer Opportunities: pcvolunteers@racecenter.com or (503) 644-6822

Join us for our 6th Annual Bridle Trails Park 5K, 10K run/walk or 30K run and help Save Bridle Trails State Park! Bridle Trails State Park is a 500 acre sanctuary of nature in its finest. With its designation as an equestrian and pedestrian park it is the only park of its kind west of the Mississippi. The Park contains roughly 28 miles of trails which weave amongst towering Evergreens. 100% of the run fees will help Bridle Trails Park Foundation keep the Park from being placed on the state park closure list now and in the future.

For more information or to register please Click Here .

Please enter event description HEREThe Visiting Nurses invites the public to join them for their 8th Annual Spring Home Tour as they explore five "Gentleman Farms". Tickets are $15.00 presale and $18.00 day of event. Tickets can be purchased by calling 360-623-1560 or www.visitingnursesfoundation.com.  For those who whish to experience our Lewis Coutny roots, you will enjoy the variety of cattle, tree and agricultural farms on this year's tour. Start with the Newauckum Valley Ranch which is a working cattle ranch whose owners support our local farmers and 4-H projects. Have milk and cookies with the Dairy Ambassador of Lewis COunty while enjoying country music. Delight in a Tree Farm with spectular views and a huge barn in which the second story is converted into the owner's home. Visitors will also enjoy blue grass music and a tour of the owner's personal saw mill, as well as a ride on a wagon pulled by draft horses. Next to the Curtis store is a home that has been wonderfully restored after the 2007 flood. This farmer hosts an amzaing agricutlural organic farm and has just finished renovating their barn which is on the national historic registry. You will be able to sample his wonderful produce that is available to be delievered to your home once a week. Visitors will also stroll through a country manor that has been extensively updated on the exterior and is owned by a gentleman who is an artist in concrete curbing. End the tour at Chehalis's historic 1907 Martha and John Black home. This home features three stories with a bay shaped staircase with 28 steps. Sorry, but these homes are not handicapped accessible but there is plently to see. Where shoes that are easy to slip off and on, or easy to put surgical booties over. Walter King, president of the Foundation notes, "While those who are attending are finding inspriation and enjoyment from touring the farms, by the purchase of their tickets, theay are also helping home health and hospice patients--some of the most vulnerable people in our community. We hope everyone will join us again this year." Because this is a fundraising event, all ticket sales are final.

Columbian Artists monthly meeting at the Merk. Third Floor.

Please join us. 

CAP’s Asset Building Program is promoting savings for low and moderate income families and individuals by matching a $25 deposit into a new savings account. “Our goal is to provide people an alternative to payday lending and check cashing services. “

Pick up a $25 match voucher from CAP at1526 Commerce Avenue, in Longview through June 29^th, and open an account with one of four banking partners in the community. For more information call CAP @ 425-3430 x 216.

The Noxious Weed Control Board meets every second Wednesday of each month at 6p.m.  Meeting are usually held at the new Cowlitz County Public Works building located at 1600 - 13th Avenue South; Kelso, WA 98626.  For questions or information about our meeting our noxious weed questions we can be reached at (360)577-3030 or log on to our website:  www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/noxiousweeds/

Cultural Diversity Celebration March

When: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Sponsored by Highlands Activities and Beautification Committee

The march will depart from the LCC Maple Street Parking lot. Participants will begin gathering at 8 a.m.
People of all ages are welcome

19th Annual International Festival

Sponsored by Ethnic Support Council

Co-sponsored by LCC Multicultural Club

When: 10:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Please join us for multicultural entertainment at the start of each hour, ethnic food booths,
world market vendors and children's activities.

For more information contact Cindy Lopez, Ethnic Support Council, 360-751-4427

International Family Dance

When: 8:00 - 11:00 p.m

Sponsored by LCC Multicultural Club and other campus organizations.

People of all ages are welcome

Nikkis Bar and Grill hosting:

Live Stand up Comedy with Joe Fontenot and Special Guests

Joe Fontenot is a well traveled and accredited comedian having appeared at Universities, Colleges, Company Parties, Casinos, and Nightclubs around the United States. We will have the pleasure of seeing Mr. Fontenot appear live right here in Kelso Wa at Nikkis, 404 W main. Show starts at 8pm and is open to the public. Call (360) 425-0065 for details.

Tickets are $5 in advance at Nikkis and $7 at the door.

First Thursday Activities

5. Museo at the Merk , 1339 Commerce, Longview. Featuring artists Sharon Kelley and Gene Staples. Live music by John Henry. Reception 5:00 - 7:00pm.

6. Teague’s Interior Mezzanine Gallery, 1267 Commerce, Longview. Local Color - featuring art of the area by local artists. Reception: 5:30 – 7:00pm.

7. Cowlitz County Historical Museum, 405 Allen, Kelso. Kids' Games - Helen Hemrich-Fibich will be taking us out to the playground, in the backyard, and even on the sidewalk. Program begins at 7:00pm.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Fibre Credit Union.  We will have cats, dogs and puppies up for adoption.  All animals are microchipped and current on shots; cats are spayed and neutered.  A complete list of our adoptable animals may be found on www.cowlitzhumane.com.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Fibre Credit Union.  We will have cats, dogs and puppies looking for their 'forever' homes.  All animals are microchipped and current on shots; cats are spayed and neutered.  A complete list of all our adoptable critters may be found on www.cowlitzhumane.com.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall directly across from Fibre Credit Union.  We will have cats, dogs and puppies looking to find a 'forever' home!  All animals are current on shots and microchipped; cats are spayed and neutered.  A complete list of all our adoptable animals may be found on www.cowlitzhumane.com.

Registration is open for Fall '09 Recreation soccer with Longview Soccer Club.  It is open to ages 6 thru 19 years of age. 

Walk-In Dates for Fall 2009:

Wednesday June 17th 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Wednesday June 27th 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Saturday June 27th 10 am - 2 pm

Please go to www.longviewsoccerclub.com to register online or go to our open registration clinics available.  Dates are listed on www.longviewsoccerclub.com. 

Fee is $55.00 and players must register before June 27th to guarantee placement on their prior Fall 08 team.

FALL 2009 REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 27TH, SO PLEASE DON'T WAIT TO SIGN UP!

Registration is open for Fall '09 Recreation soccer with Longview Soccer Club.  It is open to ages 6 thru 19 years of age. 

Walk-In Dates for Fall 2009:

Wednesday June 17th 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Wednesday June 27th 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Saturday June 27th 10 am - 2 pm

Please go to www.longviewsoccerclub.com to register online or go to our open registration clinics available.  Dates are listed on www.longviewsoccerclub.com. 

Fee is $55.00 and players must register before June 27th to guarantee placement on their prior Fall 08 team.

FALL 2009 REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 27TH, SO PLEASE DON'T WAIT TO SIGN UP!

Registration is open to Fall 09 Soccer Season with Longview Soccer Club.  Please go to www.longviewsoccerclub.com to register online or go to one of our listed open registration clinics.  Go to www.longviewsoccerclub.com for dates.  Registration fee is $55.00 please register before June 27th to guarantee placement on players prior Fall 08 team.  Registration closes June 27th with no late registrations.

High Step Dance Academy's Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical and Acrobatic Recital

Ticket Cost: $11.50

Doors open at 6:30pm, Show starts at 7:00pm @ R.A.Long Auditorium

 Award winning dancers will be dancing all different styles of dance. Dancers will range from ages 3 to adult. A fun filled, family friendly, entertaining evening!

This summer many of Washington and Oregon’s 26,000 foster kids will outgrow or wear out their clothing, and it’s not always easy for foster families to keep up with their sprouting kids’ material needs. Having new clothing that fits properly is crucial to a child’s self-esteem, which is integral to their success in life. In an effort to help, Sleep Country USA is holding it’s annual Clothing Drive for Foster Kids.
 
New Clothing Drive for Foster Kids

WHEN: June 1st  – July 12th, 2009

WHERE: Donations of new clothing items, such as shirts, dresses, pants, shorts, onesies, and socks can be made at any Sleep Country USA store.

The store hours are M-F 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Donations will be distributed among 20 Pacific Northwest foster care organizations.

A woman's organization dedicated to advancing the status of women worldwide.

This membership meeting is at the PUD Auditorium 961 12th Ave, Longview. For Membership information please contact Dee at 360-425-6458.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi is great exercise for physical and mental relaxation, strength, and balance. This non-aerobic, continuous movement class for those 18 and over is one of the most popular types of exercise in the world. Yang style of Tai Chi will be taught. Class is Tues/Thurs, July 1 through 31 from 10:00 to 10:45 and or Wed/Fri 7:00 to 7:45 pm at Academy of Kung Fu. Instructed by staff at the Academy of Kung Fu. The fee is $45 in-city or $50 out-of-city. To register for session #77347 or for more information please call Longview Recreation at 442.5400 or register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline.

Safe on My Own

This class, for children ages 8 to 12, will teach children how to handle being home alone. Classes are cosponsored with the American Red Cross. Students will learn personal safety, Internet safety, basic first aid, how to handle the door or phone, and sibling care. Class is held Mon through Fri, June 22 through 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the American Red Cross, 1265 14^th Ave. in Longview. Fee is $42 in-city or $47 out-of-city. To register for session #75610 or get more information, please call Longview Recreation at 442.5400 or register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline.

Baton Basics

Children age 5 to 12 will learn technique and skills in baton while increasing their grace, self esteem and confidence in a positive and productive way. Please bring your own baton, water bottle and dress comfortably. Class is Tues, June 23 through July 21, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club Building in Longview. The instructor is Mindie Christenson and the fee is $31 in-city or $36 out-of-city. To register for #75245or get more information, please call Longview Recreation at 442.5400 or register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline.

Stretch your Dollar with Coupons

Learn how to save money by utilizing coupons more effectively. Participant will learn the ins and outs using the Internet and other creative ways to shop with coupons. This class is taught by a mother, who feeds her family of six for $350 per month.

Class is for those 18 and over on Sat, June 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Elks Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd. The instructor is Heather Hamblin and the fee is $10 in-city or $15 out-of-city. To register for session #78595 or to get more information, please call Longview Recreation at 442.5400or register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline.

Manners Matter

Students, ages 6 to 12 will enjoy this interactive class that will reinforce and teach common courtesy as well as proper introductions, polite conversation, table manners, restaurant rules, setting the table and more. The final class will be a formal dinner at the Masthead Restaurant. Class is Mon through Fri, June 22 through 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Recreation Office, 2920 Douglas St. in Longview.

Join us at Lake Sacajawea for the Go Fourth Festival and celebrate our Independence!

All day events include: Marketplace & Food Concessions, Information Booth & Craft Booths, Longview Firefighters Hole-In-One Golf & Kids Carnival & Festival.

Booths will open at 9am.

Click here for a map to Lake Sacajawea .

Learn how to make your home a healthier and safer place for you and your family.

Attend a FREE evening seminar series on related topics.

All training will be held at the Cowlitz County Health Department at 6:30pm.

Thursday, June 18th.

Chemicals, Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation

Steve Sylvester, PhD, WSU Vancouver 

Tuesday, June 23rd.

Landlord/Tenant Issues and Health

Lisa Waldvogel, Northwest Justice Project

Vicki Rhodes, Housing Assistance Programs Manager

Longview Housing Authority

Learn how to make your home a healthier and safer place for you and your family!

Attend a FREE evening seminar series on related topics.

All trainings will be held at the Cowlitz County Health Department at 6:30 pm.

Tuesday, June 23rd.

Landlord/Tenant Issues and Health

Lisa Waldvogel, Northwest Justice Project

Vicki Rhodes, Housing Assistance Programs Manager,

Longview Housing Authority 

Fundraiser Dinner for the 81st Brigade Homecoming at the Kelso Eagles.

609 S. Pacific, Kelso

5pm to 7pm Music to follow

Adults $10

Children under 7 $5 (Minor can stay till 9 PM)

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE 81ST FAMILY READINESS GROUP

For more info call Kandi 423-2504 or Linda 355-5235

Sponsored by Kelso American Legion Post 25 and Kelso Veterans of Foreign War Post 3017

 TOWN HALL MEETING TO DISCUSS THE PROPERTY TAX EXCESS LEVY REQUESTED TO SUPPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES. 

DATES:  JUNE 26TH AND JULY 17TH AT 7:00 P.M.      
LOCATION:  CASTLE ROCK SENIOR CENTER, 222 SECOND AVE SW  CASTLE ROCK

Topics:
What is the General Fund and the two major revenue sources that support it (sales tax and property taxes)
City services supported by the General Fund revenues
A current comparison of General Fund expenditures vs revenues
How the city has purchased patrol vehicles and equipment using funds outside of the General Fund
Why the city feels that public safety is a priority for our citizens
Specifics on cost per household to support the proposed levy 

Questions prior to the meeting? - Please call Castle Rock Police Department 274-4711 

The Cowlitz County Tea Party is a non-partisan group of concerned Cowlitz County citizens who are protesting the record deficit, out of control spending and corporate bailouts of the U.S. Congress.

Bring signs, props and costumes!

Parade Lineup starts at 8am, the parade starts @ 10am - be there by 9am.

For more information, please visit www.LibertyTeeth.com

Community Vision Cafe
June 29th @ 5:30 pm - 8 pm
Cowlitz PUD Auditorium
961 12th Avenue
Longview, Washington 98632

This is a free event - Bring a friend.  Please RSVP (360) 442-7089 or cowlitzntwk@kalama.com

You're Invited to a casual cafe style forum featuring opportunites to participate in duscussions related to a Community Vision for Cowlitz County.

Your perspective is important!

Hosted by George Raiter; facilitated by Sue Baur

Sponsored by: Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners; Pathways 2020; Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments; Cowlitz County Health and Human Services Department; Highlands Activities and Beautification Committee; Evangel Christian Fellowship; The Cowlitz Community Network and the Washington State Family Policy Council

A FUN RUN/WALK at beautiful Tam O Shanter Park in Kelso Washington. This is part of this areas 4th of July Celebration and The Run/Walk will benifit the A.L.S. Association. Pre-register entery forms @ local sponsers and at Active.com, or the day of the event.  

Registration Fee: $15 (Registration Closes Friday July 3, 2009 @ 9pm)

Hosted by Columbia River Corvettes for all American made and/or American muscle powered vehicles on Commerce Avenue in Downtown Longview 9am - 3pm.