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 Airport generally meets the second Thursday of every month at:

Kelso City Hall Council Chambers
203 S. Pacific Avenue
Kelso, WA 98626

Exception: Airport Board meets quarterly (January, April, July, October) at:

Airport FBO Building
2215 Parrott Way
Kelso, WA 98626

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.

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

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  
 

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

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

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

COME JOIN QUILTERS OF ALL AGES! 
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!

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 1st  and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 at one of the local restaurants. Check out our calendar on our website www.kalamachamber.com to see where we are or call 673-6299.

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

                                                                                                    360-501-3700

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

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

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

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

Cowlitz Substance Abuse Coalition General meeting

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

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

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

Rainier School Board Meeting

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

Kelso School Board Meeting

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

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

Longview School Board Meeting

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

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

Go Fourth Committee Meeting

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

Coffee Break @ Kelso Lodge

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

Free and Open to the public.

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

Rainier City Council Meeting

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For details, call Mary at 425-4688.

Columbian Artists Association Monthly Meeting

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

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

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

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

Grab your spurs and join us for Cowlitz Cowboy Church, every 4th 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.

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 .

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.

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

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

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

Please join us for The Fire 6 Board Commissioners Meeting. 

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

For more information please contact Chief Eric Koreis at 360.957.0520

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.

Please enter event description HERE

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

The Lelooska Museum displays an extensive collection of Native artifacts from North America. Fine examples of beadwork, quillwork, baskertry and carvings.

Admission by donation.

165 Merwin Village Road, Ariel, WA 98603

360-225-9522

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

Sons of Norway Business Mtg at 7:00pm at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA. All community members interested in finding out more about Sons of Norway are cordially invited to attend.

Please bring a snack to share, coffee will be provided.

Pancake & Waffle Breakfast held at Sons of Norway Sat. April 3rd from 8:30 - 10:30 am at 224 Catlin St W, Kelso, WA  98626.

Menu includes ham, pancakes, waffles, scrambled eggs, coffee and juice for a $5 donation.

Pickled herring, lefse making supplies and more at our Breidablik Butikk!

Enjoy your old time favorites as Don Marko and Tom Monson entertain our guests with their accordion music.

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

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

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.

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!

Karaoke @ The Monticello Hotel

Join us every Thursday in the Fireside Room!

Time: 9 pm to 12 am
Place: 1405 17th Ave, Longview, WA 98632 Get Directions

Call 360.425.9900 for their Weekend Music Schedule!

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Music at Porky’s Café & Lounge

Place: 561 Industrial Way, Longview, WA 98632 Get Directions
Time: 6-8 pm

• 1st Wednesday: Bob Nelson Jazz

Call 360.636.1616 for other Live Music!

A monthly gathering of local writers and readers, celebrating the joy and magic of words, with public readings, discussions, and networking opportunities. Wordfest is a free event and open to the general public.

We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at The Monticello Hotel.

When: The First Tuesday of Every Month Time: 6-7 pm

Date: May 18, 2012
Time: 7:30 PM
Place: Columbia Theatre, 1231 Washington Way, Longview, WA 98632 Get Directions

OA Program of Recovery

Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Worldwide meetings and other tools provide a fellowship of experience, strength and hope where members respect one another’s anonymity. OA charges no dues or fees; it is self-supporting through member contributions.

OA is not just about weight loss, weight gain or maintenance, or obesity or diets. It addresses physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. It is not a religious organization and does not promote any particular diet.

OA members differ in many ways, but we are united by our common disease and the solution we have found in the OA program. We practice unity with diversity, and we welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively. Welcome to Overeaters Anonymous. Welcome home.

OA Program of Recovery

Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Worldwide meetings and other tools provide a fellowship of experience, strength and hope where members respect one another’s anonymity. OA charges no dues or fees; it is self-supporting through member contributions.

OA is not just about weight loss, weight gain or maintenance, or obesity or diets. It addresses physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. It is not a religious organization and does not promote any particular diet.

OA members differ in many ways, but we are united by our common disease and the solution we have found in the OA program. We practice unity with diversity, and we welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively. Welcome to Overeaters Anonymous. Welcome home.

EXHIBIT HALL/VISITOR'S INFORMATION BUSINESS MEETING
3RD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH    11AM   
155 FRONT AVENUE NW
KAREN JOHNSON, DIRECTOR    360/274-6603

We play board games of both the traditional (chess, scrabble) and modern (Catan, RoboRalley) sorts, card games of both sorts (pinochle, gin rummy, hearts, flux, aquarian, Trailer Park Wars, etc.) & are open to trying new games.

Dinner, Beverages and Snacks available for purchase.

The Matrix Coffeehouse
Music Arts Food & Community since 1995
434 NW Prindle St
Chehalis, WA 98532
360.740.0492
www.matrixcoffeehouse.com

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

We meet in dining room of the Somerset Retirement Apartments from 7pm until 9pm. The address is 2025 tibbets Dr. Longview, WA 98632. Public is welcome to attend and enrollment is open.

The fourth Tuesday of each month will be reserved for various programs. They may be Photoshop Classes, or Guest Speakers, or Workshops or planning sessions, they may even be outings.

We meet in dining room of the Somerset Retirement Apartments from 7pm until 9pm. The address is 2025 tibbets Dr. Longview, WA 98632. Public is welcome to attend and enrollment is open.

On the first Tuesday of each month September through May we have Print Night. On Print Night members bring in prints to be judged. Immediately following judging results will be announced, and we will then conduct a critique of images and judging.

We meet in dining room of the Somerset Retirement Apartments from 7pm until 9pm. The address is 2025 tibbets Dr. Longview, WA 98632. Public is welcome to attend and enrollment is open.

Cowlitz County Regional Business Expo 2012

Cruise to Success!

May 17, 2012

Call the Chamber for vendor information 423-8400

Lower Columbia College presents

Symphonic Band Concert

If you have any questions, please contact:
Music Director - Kurt Harbaugh 

Admission is free and open to the public.

Lower Columbia College presents

Jam Band

If you have any questions, please contact:
Jazz, Symphonic and Honor Band Director - Kurt Harbaugh 

Admission is free and open to the public

Calling all Kelso-Longview Youth!

Grab a friend and come rock out with us!

Each week is led by different local musicians!

Stir it Up (The Coffee Shpp At Evangel) is open and ready to serve ZoJo Coffee by John Coleman!

The show is free...but the coffee is not...

All proceeds go to Evangel Outreach!

Amateur Radio Exams in Longview from 9am until 1pm at the LCARA Clubhouse on 966 Lone Oak Road. Contact Judi K7HRW to pre-register at 274-3480 or robinsaj@comcast.net

Come enjoy a fun day with the special mother in your life. Event proceeds to benefit the Caring Pregnancy Center to help expecting Mothers with items for theis new babies.

Admission is FREE. Prizes and Drawings every 1/2 hour. Over 60 vendors available. 

If you would like to be a vendor, please contact Sophia Cedotal at 360-261-1584 or by email at sophia.cedotal@yahoo.com.

Booths are $35 for 1 10X10 space ( 6 or 8 ft table) or $70 for 2 tables. This is if you sign up and pay between January 1, 2012 Thru March 1, 2012.

If you sign up after March 1, 2012-April 15, 2012, the late sign up price is $50 for 1 10X10 space, or 2 tables for $100.

Get ready to hang out with Stegosaurus and hobnob with Tyrannosaurus Rex because Jim West brings the age of the dinosaurs to life! Enjoy prehistory as he mixes storytelling with the latest dinosaur discoveries, dino-puppet making ideas, and a rich musical score of Mozart, Beethoven, Mahler, Stravinsky, and Prokofiev.

Ticket price: $5 per person, Family Pack (group of 6) $25

You won’t find acoustic flamenco more innovative, entertaining or inspiring.

This ensemble, showcasing the fantastic artistry of flamenco, is a magical collaboration commanded by the guitar wizardry of Chris Burton Jácome and enhanced by a vocalist, three flamenco dancers, a bassist and percussionist. Each show is a powerful interaction, unique and captivating.

Chris, with four CDs to his credit, is one of the country’s most in-demand flamenco guitarists and has scored several TV shows, including an Emmy Award-winning PBS special. His spellbinding solos and original songs have been featured in motion pictures.

Flamenco is choreographed energy, and as the ensemble’s haunting songs and beautiful melodies combine with the awesome movement and rhythm of dance, the art of flamenco explodes onstage. Audience shouts of “Olé!” and “Toma!” become part of the experience, part of the passion of flamenco.

Buy tickets at http://lkcca.org/Tickets.html

The Kalama Housing Authority Board of XCommissioners normally hold meetings on the 3rd Monday of every month at 10:30 AM monthly at the Kalama City Hall . Please note excepttions as to normal dates and times due to holidays.

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild monthly meeting starting at 7 pm.  Social time starts at 6:30 pm.  Meetings held in the basement of the Educational Building at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2218 E. Kessler Blvd in Longview.  Speakers, Block of the Month, show and tell, etc.  Dues are $25/year.  For more information contact Lenore Meyers, Guild President, at (360) 274-4636. 

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild monthly meeting starting at 7 pm.  Social time starts at 6:30 pm.  Meetings held in the basement of the Educational Building at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2218 E. Kessler Blvd in Longview.  Speakers, Block of the Month, show and tell, etc.  Dues are $25/year.  For more information contact Lenore Meyers, Guild President, at (360) 274-4636.  Guild website:  lolquiltguild.org.

The first Christmas Angel Telethon (put together in only 5 weeks time) brought in over $3000 to Salvation Army to help feed families during winter months. This year we are doing it again but taking the opportunity to plan all year long and hopefully fill the needed $50,000 to feed families this coming Christmas.

Please bring your ideas and energy to share. While you are there you can enjoy fantastic burgers for only $1.50!

This will be the last meeting we have designated only to this event until September. We plan to add this topic to Living Ministries' monthly power meeting through the busy summer months.

Learn more about this event put on by Living Ministries for the benefit of Salvation Army at http://cowlitzchristmasangel.com

Loves Street Playhouse Presents The Award-Winning Edwardian Mystery:

An Inspector Calls

By J.B. Priestley

April 20-May 13

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30

Sundays at 2 pm

Tickets may be purchased at Columbia Bank, Woodland WA, Minuteman Press, Longview, WA and Online

Advance Ticket Prices from $11 to $15

Parental Advisory: This play contains subject matter, dialogue and language that may not be suitable for pre-teen children. The show can be best enjoyed and appreciated by an adult audience.

Loves Street Playhouse Presents The Award-Winning Edwardian Mystery:

An Inspector Calls

By J.B. Priestley

April 20-May 13

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30

Sundays at 2 pm

Tickets may be purchased at Columbia Bank, Woodland WA, Minuteman Press, Longview, WA and Online

Advance Ticket Prices from $11 to $15

Cowlitz AmeriCorps Network and Longview Housing Authority's Veteran Integration Program are partnering together to refurbish the Stratford Arms Apartments for a new housing project for our  homeless veterans.

Quite often these homeless vets come to us with just the clothing on they are wearing and need everything.  To be able to have these items needed we are asking for donations the following items.

Toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner, razors, shaving cream, blankets, pillows, doederant, bath towels, wash clothes, and body wash.  The items listed above must be new.  The following items may be new or gently used:  pots and pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, cooking utensils, garbage can and bags, a shower curtain and hooks, can opener, kitchen knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, brooms, mops, dustpan and a utility/mop bucket.

At this event you can apply for:

• Cash Assistance
• Basic Food Assistance
• Medical Assistance
• Drug & Alcohol Treatment Services
• Child Care Services
• Replacement EBT Card

You can also drop off paperwork, complete an Eligibility Review, Mid-Certification Review or make changes to an existing case.

For more information please call 1-877-501-2233

Kelso/Longview Associated Schools Symphony Concert at LCC Rose Center

Kelso/Longview Associated Schools Symphony Concert at LCC Rose Center

A Plant based diet will provide you with the most powerful dose of medicine, at least three times a day.  It deals with the causes of disease, which means it is a true source of both prevention and healing.  Adopt this program and in 12 days you will start to see what it means to be healthy and fully alive.  It is the greatest gift you could ever give yourself.  Learn where to get protein and calcium without using animal products.

Come with your spouse or friend and enjoy an evening together with Annette in the kitchen.  learn the art of preparing tasty meals without the use of animal products. Sampling of yummy foods will actually provide your evening meal.  Three classes will cover Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, desserts & Snacks with gift drawings each night.  There will be preregistration and a charge of $10.00 per person for each class.

Call to pre register – (360)423-5142 or email lakoelsch@yahoo.com

Subject line please reference – “Cooking Class”

Free Comics - Now that's cool!

On Saturday, May 5th, Free Comic Book Day returns to your local comic book shop!

The industry's spectacular annual event is the perfect opportunity to introduce family & friends to the world of comics at your local comic shop.  Every person attending this event will receive free comics.  For more news, info and updates visit www.freecomicbookday.com

Join in creating the future for Castle Rock at the Castle Rock Community Development Alliance (CRCDA) general meeting. 
Learn more on the Castle Rock America In Bloom campaign, new development and upcoming activities. 
Focus groups always welcome new participants to establish and complete goals for growth. 
When:  May 7, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.
Where:  Castle Rock Elementary School - go to main entrance, room is to your right. 

Mountain Mania Planning Meeting
May 10, 2012    5:30pm
Where:  Peper's 49er Restaurant

MAY 28TH CITY COUNCIL MEETING IS MOVED TO MAY 29TH DUE TO THE MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY. 
MEETING LOCATION:  222 SECOND AVENE SW   CASTLE ROCK, WA.

TIME:  7:30 P.M.   FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT RYANA COVINGTON, CLERK-TREASURER AT 360/274-8181

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall in the former Fibre Credit Union Room 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 listing of all our available critters, please go to www.cowitzhumane.com or www.petfinder.com.

I TOPPED THE ROCK - 4th annual event to promote healthy activities and to support local organizations making a difference in our community.   JUNE 2, 2012  10:00 AM   

Join us for a walk/run with family and friends beginning at the Castle Rock Middle School, 615 Front Avenue SW, Castle Rock, then along the Riverfront Trail to 'TOP THE ROCK' and receive a commemorative wristband. 

Entry Fee:  $10 individual/$30 household family (2 adults with kids 18 & under)

Registration -
On-line:  www.active.com  (type in I Topped The Rock)
Event day:  registration tables will open at 8:30 am at the Castle Rock Middle School

For more information call:  360-575-5728

Silent Auction:   view items at Castle Rock Library; call Stephanie Misner 360-601-5054 to donate or for auction info. 

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall in the former Fibre Credit Union Room 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 listing of all our available critters, please go to www.cowitzhumane.com or www.petfinder.com.

The Humane Society of Cowlitz County will be at the Three Rivers Mall in the former Fibre Credit Union Room 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 listing of all our available critters, please go to www.cowitzhumane.com or www.petfinder.com.

On Saturday, May 5th, the opening event for Historic Preservation Month will be held at the Longview’s R.A. Long High School. The Presentation of the R. A. Long Award will take place and will be followed by a historical tour of the high school, led by Mayor Dennis Weber.

Event begins at 10 am.

For more information please contact Bill Kasch at 360-423-6704

Friday-Saturday, May 11th & 12th; 17th and 19th:

“Our Town” presented by Mainstage Theatre at RA Long High School Auditorium.

All seats $5.00 and shows begin at 7:30pm.

On Saturday, May 12th, meet at Kessler Blvd and Maple Street at 10 a.m. for a walking tour of Old West Side homes. The tour will be led by City Mayor Dennis Weber, and will cover about half of the homes included in Doris Disbrow’s guide book of Old West Side homes. Meet at Kessler & Maple. Should prove to be very interesting for locals and tourists alike.

For more information please contact Bill Kasch at 360-423-6704 

Saturday, May 19th, you can enjoy walking tours of Japanese Garden at Lake Sacajawea Park, led by former Park Superintendent Al George. Meet at 10 a.m. at the children’s playground at Kessler & Hemlock. The event is expected to last about 1 and ½ hours, and dress for the weather.

For more information please contact Bill Kasch at 360-423-6704

Friday-Saturday, May 11th & 12th; 17th and 19th:

“Our Town” presented by Mainstage Theatre at RA Long High School Auditorium.

All seats $5.00 and shows begin at 7:30pm.

Friday-Saturday, May 11th & 12th; 17th and 19th:

“Our Town” presented by Mainstage Theatre at RA Long High School Auditorium.

All seats $5.00 and shows begin at 7:30pm.

Sunday, May 20, join us for a family bike ride around historic Lake Sacajawea. This leisurely, family-friendly ride will begin at 2 p.m. in front of the Monticello Hotel.

City Councilman Don Jensen will greet everyone and then lead the ride down Larch Street to Lake Sacajawea Park. Owners of Highlander Cycling Scott and Janice Forbes, will be participating and directing riders along the way. (Everybody, please wear your helmets).

For more information, call Bill Kasch at 360-423-6704

Girls On The Run 5K FUN RUN welcomes the entire family.

May 12, 2012 @ 9am Longview Memorial Stadium.

Run is limited to 300 participants.

Presented by Pacific Surgical Institue, Athleta, Secret, Skintimates & The YMCA

4thAnnual YMCA Bowling Tournament

Hop into summer reading with books at bargain prices! The Friends of the Longview Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale. The sale will be held in the Longview Public Library Auditorium.  Get ready for summer reading with books at thrifty prices!

Friday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 19 from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

27th Annual POWWOW

In Honor of Our Children

Saturday, May 19th, 2012
Kelso High School
1904 Allen St.
Kelso, Washington

12:00 noon - 9:00p.m.

Grand Entries 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

(break - 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.)

Dancing, Drumming, Adult & Children's Raffles, Vendors

All Drums and Dancers Welcome

Join us at the Cowlitz County Regional Business Expo 2012 and take our seminar.

Search Engine Optimization for your Business - Presented by Oscar Myre IV from omOriginals Marketing!

 Seminars $10 each or $20 for all nine seminars.

 The 2012 Cowlitz County Regional Business Expo attendance is FREE from 10am - 4pm. Stop and see local businesses and the products & services found right here in Cowlitz County!

The Asante Children's Choir is dedicated to raising awareness for the desperate plight of East Africa's orphans. Nearly all the children in the choir are orphaned but now receive a free education and medical care through their work of the choir. They sing as ambassadors for all their friends back home in need of the same opportunities that have been given to them.

Lunch will follow the service. For more information call Rose Valley Friends Church at 360-425-3222

Learn about The Asante Children's Choir at http://asantechoir.org

"SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT"

DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET

MERK PARKING LOT

14TH AND BROADWAY

LOTS OF VENDERS,

Meet the Pacific Northwest's best farmers, artisans and specialty food purveyors in a weekly celebration of our community heritage.

May 6, 2012 to September 30, 2012

For just $8.00, each person will receive a potato with all the toppings, a beverage, a dessert, and the potential to save a man's life.

There is a donation account set up at US Bank in the name of The Ryan Roberts Medical Fund.  You can go into any US Bank branch and deposit money into that account. Or, if you would prefer you can send a donation via Pay Pal to llroberts@usa.com.

If you would like to read more of Ryan’s story you can find it at: www.medicalfunsryan.webs.com