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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

Kelso Park Board Meeting Kelso City Hall

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.

Are you a person who has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis(MS)? Maybe you have a family member or are a caregiver of someone with MS. This is a meeting place to get together with others who understand. Open to general public. No membership or fees required.

Kalama City Hall 320 N. 1st Street Kalama, WA 98625. For more info please call 360-673-4562.

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
Location: FOE Club, 224 Huntington Avenue South
Information: Frank Murias, 749-1472

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

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

LIONS CLUB FOOD BANK
Every Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
Location: FOE Club, 224 Huntington Avenue South
Contact Info: Frank Murias, 749-1472

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

CASTLE ROCK CITY COUNCIL MEETING, 7:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Castle Rock Senior Center, 222 2nd Avenue SW Castle Rock, WA
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

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 CINNAMON ROLL SALES, 222 2ND AVE SW
FOR INFO 274-7502

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

COME JOIN OTHER QUILTERS OF ALL AGES!
CR SENIOR CENTER, 222 2ND AVE SW
274-7502

COME JOIN QUILTERS OF ALL AGES!
CR SENIOR CENTER, 222 2ND AVE SW
274-7502

COME JOIN QUILTERS OF ALL AGES!
CR Senior Center, 222 2nd Ave SW
274-7502

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.

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!

Amalak is the local chapter of GFWC in Kalama.

Amalak it the local chapter of GFWC in Kalama.

Kalama Lions Club at the Kalama Community Building 126 N. 2nd Street Kalama, WA 98625 from 7-8pm.

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.

Join us in the Garden Room at Delaware Plaza for our monthly meeting.

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.

Regular weekly meeting held in the Commissioners' Meeting Room at the Columbia County Courthouse at 230 Strand Street, St Helens.

Regular meetings of the Winlock Board of Directors are on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the district office, 311 NW Fir St.

Meeting in the Conference Room at the City Hall Annex at 230 Davidson Ave. Woodland, WA. This meeting takes place on the third Wednesday of every month.

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. Your comments and suggestions are welcome at the monthly meetings held the third Monday of each month at 7 pm at the Parks and Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas St.

Encouraging Words Toastmasters is a Toastmasters International club that meets Thursdays from 7pm-8pm at the Canterbury Inn library room in Longview, Washington. This presentation and leadership program offers people a safe and supportive environment to practice and improve speaking skills, often helping people to advance their career and personal goals.

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

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

Woodland City Council Meeting

Location: Woodland City Hall

Time: 7 pm or as scheduled

Meets every 3rd Monday of the month in the Council Chambers, on the 2nd floor (handicap accessible)

For more information please call 360-225-8281 or contact:

Office of the Clerk/Treasurer

230 Davidson Ave/PO Box 9

Woodland, WA 98674

http://www.ci.woodland.wa.us/Dept/Gov/council.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.

The monthly meeting of the Longview Library Board occurs on first Monday of every month (except on holidays) and takes place in the Longview Library Boardroom.

At the Kalama High School Library.

Call 673-2809 for more information.

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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 the Kalama Library Board at the Kalama City Hall on the 2nd Thursday of each month. For more information please call 360-673-4562.

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.

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.

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 disease and mobilize support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s disease. For more information on the Alzheimer’s Association, visit http://www.alz.org/alzwa/.

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.

MEDICINE WHEEL TEACHINGS

With ROY WILSON

Spiritual Leader Of The Cowlitz Tribe

Ongoing Classes Meet the 1^st Saturday of Each Month

(*September only will meet on the 12th)

Noon to 1pm Drumming Circle 1-4pm Teachings 4 – 5pm ish Contacting the Spirits of the Wheel

The Snake Clan Medicine Wheel teachings are taught by Chief Roy Wilson (Grandfather) the Spiritual Leader and Storyteller of the Cowlitz tribe. Kyle Ward and Maureen Browning, Ritual and Shamanic Practitioners, Healers and Sun Dancers will show you how to contact the spirits of the medicine wheel to assist in ordinary daily life by receiving helpful information, teachings and guidance.
Please bring your drum and/or rattle, sack lunch, blanket, eye covering, bottle of water, an open mind and heart to hear the similarities of the traditional Native American medicine wheel teachings with those of Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism and other world religions.
Donations appreciated to help pay for Roy, Kyle and Maureen’s teachings, time, travel expenses and space rental.
The Grange Hall 214 W Cowlitz Ave in downtown Castle Rock, WA 98611

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 .

Kelso Kiwanis meet every Thursday for Lunch at Splits Bowling, 214 Kelso Drive, Kelso, WA 98626. Please feel free to join our group.

Come out to Kelso High School to play one of the fastest growing sports around.

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.

All interested RVers are invited.

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

Join us for our monthly meeting at Bridgegate Apartments Study Room on the third Tuesday of the month.

Join us Tuesday night at Archie Anderson Park for Pick up Basketball

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

Join us for Bridge every 2nd and 4th Sunday at St Joseph Parish Hall at 396 Elm St Kalama.

Please join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month for our meeting.

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

Centralia
10/21/2009 Wednesday and 10/22/2009 Thursday
6:00pm to 8:30pm and 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Centralia Community College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia
Instructor(s): Nita Cook, Madrona Mortgage - Olympia and Diane Weaver, Reward International Real Estate
Co-Sponsored by: DFI
Please Note: For reservations call 360.791.7355 or email diaweaver@comcast.net.

Beginning square dance lessons. Longview Square Dance Center - 1041 Industrial Way. Fun, exercise and great social. Smoke, alcohol and drug free. Information: 360-636-2276 or ruffandruffles@hotmail.com

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.

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.

ARE YOU LIVING IN FEAR OF FORECLOSURE?

Housing counselors are available the first Saturday of every month at the Longview Public Library 1600 Louisiana St, Longview, WA 98632 from 12 pm until 4 pm to provide resources regarding foreclosure and the options available to homeowners.

It’s a tough time for many homeowners. Families in our community are being impacted by foreclosures, but help is available.
The Family Finance Resource Center is a non-profit agency with certified housing counselors who can provide options to save your home. Housing counseling has assisted hundreds of homeowners in our area and this service is available at no cost to the homeowner. Please call 360.423.9197 to find out about your options.
Once again the number is 360-423-9197

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Columbian Artists Members Monthly meeting at the Merk.

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? The Grinder Restaurant @ Splits.....200 Kelso Dr. 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)

Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate and Breakfast is available for nominal charges. Also includes free Wi-Fi.

YOUR continued participation benefits everyone! Including you!

For more information or if you would like to present your business call Jim @ 360.314.8691

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.

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.

AWPPW Hall
724 15th Ave
Longview WA

2nd Friday every month.

9am to 3pm

Spaces are $15
plenty of parking
FREE ADMISSION
great location !
call 360-560-7445

Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to overcome your hurts, habits, and hang-ups through Jesus Christ. It is our goal to allow you to share your burdens without interruption or advice and allow healing to begin. What is discussed here, stays here. A person, using God's Word can overcome life's hindering issues. Join us on Thursday nights:

Fellowship/Dinner: 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Worship Time: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Sharing Groups: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Kelso Rotary meets every Thursday at the Kelso Elks. Meeting starts a noon. Please join us.

Please join us for games, good friends and good food from a newly remodeled kitchen!

6 pm every Tuesday at the Longview VFW Hall at 4311 Ocean Beach Hwy.

For more information call 360.577.6757

Please join us every 4th Thursday of the month for our Program Meeting.

We meet at CAP @ 1526 Commerce in Longview

Please join us on the 1st Thursday of the month for our Board Meeting.

We meet at CAP @ 1526 Commerce in Longview

Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month for out Business Meeting.

We meet at CAP @ 1526 Commerce in Longview

Please join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month for out Committee Meeting

We meet at CAP @ 1526 Commerce in Longview

Are you interested in constructing, flying and maintaining an aircraft? Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1111 is open to you!

Join us on the first Thursday of every month at the Kelso Airport

Click here to Become a Member

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Longview Highlands Neighborhood Association meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join the meeting discussions about current events and concerns.

Please join us at the St. Helens School Gym in Longview at 6pm.

To reserve a spot, pleace call 360-425-1176

There will be a suggested $50 donation

Open Mic
Every Thursday

(save Holidays and special events)

spoken word:
~ 6:30PM ~ 7:00PM (15 min performances)

acoustic music or spoken word:
~ 7:00PM ~ 9:00PM (20 min performances)

acoustic or electric music
~ 9:20PM ~ 10:00PM (20 min performances)

Sign up at 5:40 PM on the night you wish to perform
or call to reserve a spot! $2 cover (performers free)

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

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!

Benefit Breakfast

March 16th 2011

Please contact Sherrie for more information at 425-1176 ext. 17

LCC Center Stage Theatre Presents:

Three One Act Comedies
When: Feb. 23
Starts at 7:30 pm
Where: Rose Center, Center Stage Theatre

For more information contact Don Correll , Drama Instructor

Lower Columbia College Symphonic Band presents

American Salute

Lower Columbia College Symphonic Band, Kurt Harbaugh, Acting Director
featuring
A farewell appearance by Guest Conductor Dr. Gary Nyberg, Symphonic Band Founder

Admission is free and open to the public.

Lower Columbia College Jazz Ensemble presents

Jazz Night

Lower Columbia College Jazz Ensemble, Kurt Harbaugh, Director
with special guests:
The Mark Morris High School Jazz Band, John Swecker, Director

Admission is free and open to the public.

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LADIES OF THE LAKE QUILT GUILD MEETING

Social: 6:30 pm; Meeting: 7 pm. Meetings held in the basement of the Educational Building at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2218 E. Kessler Blvd, Longview. Speakers, block of the month, door prizes, show and tell. For more information contact Beth Gilhuly, 360-423-9380; megilhuly@me.com.

Guild website: www.lolquiltguild.org

FREE Norwegian Language Class at the Sons of Norway Lodge from 7 - 9 pm each Monday through May at 224 Catlin St, W Kelso. Class is open to beginners and more experienced speakers alike. Community members are most welcome! We practice speaking simple phrases, listen to lessons on CD and have lots of repetition. There is a coffee and snack break at 8 pm followed by singing Norwegian songs with Tom Monson on the accordion. Join the FUN and make new friends!

Lower Columbia College Concert Choirs presents

From an Unknown Past

Lower Columbia College Concert Choirs, Gina Osborn, Director

Admission is free and open to the public

Please join us for our monthly Cowlitz Black Bears Booster Club Meeting. We meet on the 3rd Sunday of each month @ 7pm at Splits.

Winter Quarter 2011

Lower Columbia College presents

Community Conversations

Law, Order, and the Public Good

Community Conversations is a free lecture series examining a current topic each quarter.
Credit is available by enrolling in Humanities 106. Please see Community Conversations for the schedule of speakers and topics.

LCC Art Gallery

Print Arts Northwest 30th Anniversary

All-Member Show

February 17 - March 11

Gallery Hours

M/T/F, 10 am - 4 pm
W/Th, 10 am - 7pm

Admission is free and open to the public

Learn more about Print Arts Northwest
If you have any question, contact the Art Gallery at 442 - 2511

February 4-27, 2011
Love’s Street Playhouse presents Leaving Iowa; A Comedy About Family Vacations

Time: 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturdays; 2 pm on Sundays

Place: 126 Loves Ave. Woodland, WA 98674

Cost: $10 Adults; $8 Seniors/Youth

Tickets Available at:

Columbia Bank
782 Goerig Street, Woodland

Holdahl Chiropractic

1227-H Goerig, Woodland

Minuteman Press

803 Vandercook Way, Longview

Advance Tickets at www.lovesstreetplayhouse.com

Spell for a cause. Come and cheer for your favorite team, or put a team together, dress up (or not) and test your spelling skills. Registration form on our blogspot: http://altrusa-cowlitzcounty.blogspot.com/

Date: March 1, 2011
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Place: 755 Vandercook Way, Longview, WA 98632 Get Directions

Join us for FREE Networking, Prizes, Food and Fun!

Win the chance at a 1 hr massage, complete chiropractic exam, x-rays if needed and consultation. Value: $329.00

Date: Sunday February 27, 2011
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Place: 510 Kelso Dr., Kelso, WA 98626

Fashion Show @ 2:30pm

Admission is FREE!

All of your wedding planning needs are met with our expert vendors;

• Wedding Dresses • Wedding Party Attire
• Floral • Bakery • Jewelry • Photography
• Videography • Catering • Spa • DJ's
• Party Supplies • Fitness & Health
• Minister • Stationary • Tuxedos
And so much more.....

Date: Sunday February 27, 2011
Time: 3 pm to 6 pm
Place: The Monticello Hotel Ball Room 1405 17th Ave., Longview, WA 98632

Please join us for this wonderful event featuring music by King Brothers. All art was produced and donated by the King Family & Friends. Proceeds from this event will benefit Community Home Health & Hospice in memory of Janice J. King.

Date: Saturday March 5, 2011
Time: 7:30 am
Place: 5140 Westside Hwy, Castle Rock, WA 98611 See Course Map

"It's always by way of pain one arrives at pleasure!" Marquis DeSade

Cowlitz Valley Runners will be hosting its first ever 5k obstacle course event, the S&M CHALLENGE. Registration is now open!

You can pick up your packet on March 4th at 1339 Commerce Ave.(The Merk
Building) from 2pm-6pm.

For more exciting Cowlitz Valley Runners events go to cowlitzvalleyrunners.org

Date: March 31, 2011
Time: 7pm
Place: Canterbury Inn, 1324 3rd Ave. Longview, WA 98632

All who are interested in reducing the risk factors for cancer are welcome to join Dr. Bye.

Dr. Bye will discuss:

What is naturopathic medicine?
Preventive proactive medicine versus Reactive medicine.
Common threads seen in cancer patients: Diet, Exercise, Heart burn, Digestive problems, Allergies, Joint pain.

For more information please contact Brenda Courser. 360.425.6962

Place: 835 21st Street Longview, WA 98632
Cost: $43.50 in city; $48.50 out of city; $8.50 drop-in

Move your body in new ways linking breath with movement also known as Vinyasa Yoga. Focus is on yoga poses, deep breathing and stretching. Gain more flexibility & strength. Bring your own mat. Instructor Desiree Ouellette RYT registered teacher (Anusara style).

3 Opportunities: (All classes are Beginner/Intermediate)

Every Tuesday March 15 - April 19, 2011; 9 am to 10 am
Every Wednesday March 16 - April 20, 2011; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Every Thursday March 17 - April 21, 2011; 12 pm - 1 pm

Sign up through Longview Recreation 360.442.5400 or online at www.mylongview.com/reconline

For more information you contact Desiree Ouellette on Facebook

Place: 835 21st Street Longview, WA 98632
Cost: $43.50 in city; $48.50 out of city; $8.50 drop-in

Move your body in new ways linking breath with movement also known as Vinyasa Yoga. Focus is on yoga poses, deep breathing and stretching. Gain more flexibility & strength. Bring your own mat. Instructor Desiree Ouellette RYT registered teacher (Anusara style).

3 Opportunities: (All classes are Beginner/Intermediate)

Every Tuesday March 15 - April 19, 2011; 9 am to 10 am
Every Wednesday March 16 - April 20, 2011; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Every Thursday March 17 - April 21, 2011; 12 pm - 1 pm

Sign up through Longview Recreation 360.442.5400 or online at www.mylongview.com/reconline

For more information you contact Desiree Ouellette on Facebook

Place: 835 21st Street Longview, WA 98632
Cost: $43.50 in city; $48.50 out of city; $8.50 drop-in

Move your body in new ways linking breath with movement also known as Vinyasa Yoga. Focus is on yoga poses, deep breathing and stretching. Gain more flexibility & strength. Bring your own mat. Instructor Desiree Ouellette RYT registered teacher (Anusara style).

3 Opportunities: (All classes are Beginner/Intermediate)

Every Tuesday March 15 - April 19, 2011; 9 am to 10 am
Every Wednesday March 16 - April 20, 2011; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Every Thursday March 17 - April 21, 2011; 12 pm - 1 pm

Sign up through Longview Recreation 360.442.5400 or online at www.mylongview.com/reconline

For more information you contact Desiree Ouellette on Facebook

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

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

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The LCC Multicultural Club presents:

African American History Celebration

Join us March 4 for the annual celebration with guest speaker Dan Johnson.
Learn about "the African-American Experience: Truths My Teacher Never Told Me.”
This is a free event for the campus and community. A BBQ will be held following the lecture.

Food not paid for by state funds.

Join us at Hattie’s every Saturday in the month of March for LIVE Music, Great Food and the chance to help The Caring Pregnancy Center! Buffet and Music start at 5 pm! The love will continue to grow as a quarter of all proceeds will be given to a great cause!

Place: 51 Cowlitz St W, Castle Rock, WA 98611, (360) 274-7019

March 5th: Featuring Music by Jack Bowman…and Hattie’s own Country Buffet with Baked Ham and Roast Beef!

March 12th: Featuring Music by Carl Wirkkala – Castle Rock, Washington Song Writer …and Hattie’s own Country Buffet with BBQ Ribs and Fried Chicken!

March 19th: Featuring Music by Nate Grossman…and Hattie’s Island Buffet with Sweet n Sour Shrimp and Teriyaki Chicken!

March 26th: Featuring Music by The Cash Family…and Hattie’s Italian Buffet with Lasagna and Ravioli!