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Page C6 - The Reflector - June 26, 2013 A special section showcasing the ongoing work of service clubs, professional and fraternal organizations in north Clark and south Cowlitz counties. Contact: 360-687-5151 (Larry), [email protected]. CLUBS The program for the next regu- lar meeting has not been deter- mined as yet. Call for more information, as they will meet July 10, 7 p.m. The Women’s book group will meet Wed., July 31, 4 p.m. at the home of a member for a potluck to discuss Watchmen by Alan Moore. The Association meets the second Wednesday at Court- yard Village Retirement Com- munity, 4555 NE 66th Ave., Vancouver, 7 p.m. Any two- year or university college grad- uate may attend. Jane Arnal, (360) 574-3606, grombolia@ msn.com, Gene Kuechmann, (360) 574-1492, gskuech@ gmail.com. American Association of University Women LYSBETH LEITNER The Alliance will participate in Harvest Days as usual with demonstrations and an exhibit of members’ fine art works of various types on display in the “Art & Wine Room,” Battle Ground Community Center. Student art will also be displayed. The Alliance encourages all Harvest Days visitors to drop in and discuss the Alliance effort to encourage art in the community. Demonstrations are as fol- lows, located west, just outside the community center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground: On Fri., July 19, 4 p.m., member Diane Springer shares her Origami talents. On Sat., July 20, 2 p.m., mem- ber Linda Kliewer presents a pot- tery demonstration, and at 4 p.m., member Hilarie Courture shares her talent at oil portraiture. Their next quarterly meet- ing is in August. The Art Alli- ance meets informally on third Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at Old Towne Battle Grounds, 316 E. Main St., Battle Ground, and quar- terly at the Battle Ground Li- brary, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground Village, Battle Ground. Beth Johnson-Burger, (360) 901-3823, president@bgar- talliance.com, www.bgartal- liance.com., and on Facebook. Battle Ground Art Alliance BETH JOHNSON-BURGER The Chamber announces it is not having its general luncheon or any of its net- working events this month to concentrate all efforts toward Harvest Days. They are looking for volun- teers for the parade, kids activi- ties, beer garden and car cruise. They mention Harvest Days’ show of community spirit is what makes this event so mem- orable each year. Interested persons may con- tact the Chamber’s office to sign up for a time slot, (360) 687-1510, or visit info@battle- groundchamber.org for more information. Visit www.face- book.com/BattleGroundCham- berOfCommerce to be updated on Harvest Days developments. The Chamber is also pre-sell- ing carnival full-day wrist bands for the Harvest Days carnival with a $5 discount, available at 317 E. Main St., Battle Ground (the new Chamber office). The Chamber is wanting more applications for market and food vendors, and talent show entries, for the 2013 Har- vest Days event. Information and application materials are available via the contact ad- dresses below. The Chamber regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m., at Cedars Golf Course, 15001 NE 181st St., Brush Prairie, WA. Crystal Chavez, (360) 687-1510, www. battlegroundchamber.org. Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce CARRIE SCHULSTAD The Elks an- nounce fireworks sales (from their Elks booth) will begin June 28 for the Fourth of July holiday. The booth will be located in the Wilco shop- ping center, Battle Ground, for the Elks second year in offering fireworks. The Lodge will be actively participating in the Harvest Days parade and the July 19 cruise- in this year with a food stand in front of the Battle Ground Chamber office in Old Town. They are currently discuss- ing their “Christmas in July” event (dinner at the Lodge), preparing for this 20th annual fundraiser. Proceeds will fur- ther their charitable works. Call for more information on any of these events. The Elks meet Wednesdays (every other Wednesday June through August), 7:30 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Visit www.DiscoverElks.org. Laura Leone, (360) 281-2687. Elks office, (360) 687-1230, Mon.- Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon. Rentals of Lodge space is available. Battle Ground Elks LAURA LEONE The Club will be taking the Fort Vancouver Historic Gar- den and kitchen tour Tues., July 2. Members will meet at the Battle Ground Com- munity Center and depart at 10:15 a.m. for the tour at 11 a.m. The trip to the Fort is car- pooled and the ride is $5 per member for the driver, but the tour is free. Members should park in the north parking lot. They should also bring a sack lunch, a drink and a wrapped treat to share. The Garden Club meets the first Tuesdays of the month, 12:30 a.m., at Battle Ground Community Center, Mult- nomah Room, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Elaine Nibley, (360) 687-7806, Barbara Size- more, (360) 247-7413. Battle Ground Garden Club ELAINE NIBLEY The Rotary an- nounces tickets are on sale for the Battle Ground Rotary’s annual “Tastes & Tunes” event on Sat., July 6, at the Gardner Center (Battle Ground Cinema location). Tickets pur- chased by midnight, July 1, in- clude a bonus value. Portland’s famed saxophon- ist Patrick Lamb and his band are the headliners for this 3-9 p.m., adults-only event. A variety of local wines and craft beers plus food from sev- eral restaurants make this a pop- ular, laid-back summer event. For more information, visit www.battlegroundrotary.org. The Rotary July agenda follows: July 3The Rotary monthly social with the Elite Livestock 4H Club. For location or other information call Donna at (360) 213-9309. July 10Bill Woodard, re- gional ambassador for Shelter Box USA is guest speaker. July 17Gordon Viggiano, inspirational speaker, presents “My Brain Has a Hole in It.” July 24Joel Reyes, Interna- tional Children’s Care is guest. July 31Rotary District Governor Sharon Starr is guest. Except for the monthly social, club meetings are Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Galeotti’s Wine Cellar, 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. President: Mike Simp- son, (360) 921-5362, mas149@ aol.com. Publicity: Gregg Her- rington, [email protected]. Battle Ground Rotary MIKE SIMPSON The Toastmas- ters’ nominat- ing committee is busy in late June to secure new of- ficer positions for the Club, with officers to be sworn in July 1. They remind members that new letters and forms are due on July 1 also. Toastmasters are enjoying visits from local business em- ployees. Many businesses look upon Toastmasters training in public speaking as a way of personal development for their staff. They invite any interested party to attend meetings and witness this learning process. The Toastmasters meet Tues- days, 12 p.m., at Rocky’s Piz- za, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground. For more information, contact Diane Edginton, (360) 882-8105, dedington@msn. com, http://battleground.free- toasthost.com. GERRY DUNNE Battle Ground Toastmasters The Car Club will hold a “Fri- day Night Rally” on July 5, and a membership meeting July 6. They are planning for a Rally School for Aug. 2, and a “Mountains to The Sea” rally for Aug. 3. Also in planning stages, their premier race, “The Char- ity Race,” (AKA Doernbechers Dash) will be held Aug. 10-11. There, the public can take a two-lap ride in a race car or ex- otic car for a donation that goes to support a local charity. Cascade Sports Car Club events are designed to be fun for kids and adults. They warn attendees they may just get the racing bug. The events are always free, and there is always an oppor- tunity to get involved. Call for more information on these events or to join the club. The CSCC meets first Sat- urdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Stark Street Pizza Company, SE 92nd and Stark, Portland, OR. Kyle Nickels, (360) 771-2503, kyle- [email protected], www.cascadesportscarclub.org. Cascade Sports Car Club SCOTT FARIS The Newcom- ers next meeting is Tue., July 2, 10 a.m. Call for more informa- tion. The Newcom- ers meet the first Tuesday plus bi- monthly luncheons on the sec- ond Wednesday. Carol Kirsch, (360) 254-7729, grancarol@ comcast.net. Clark County Newcomers Club TRICIA CLEMONS The Friends will hold their annual Harvest Days Book Sale July 19-21, from Ben’s Books at the library at Bat- tle Ground Vil- lage. Call for open hours. They announce there will be no membership meetings until Sept. 3, 6 p.m., but the board meetings are scheduled for July 13 and August 17 at the library. The public may attend. The Friends meet the first Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., at the library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Anna Cross, (360) 687-5726, www.bgcfriends.com, [email protected]. Friends of the Battle Ground Library SARA STRIKER The GFWC Battle Ground is celebrating a successful 2012- 2013 club year under the leader- ship of Valerie Huey. They an- nounce that many awards were received at both their Columbia District Conference and GFWC Washington State Convention. Their regular meetings have concluded until fall. The first fall meeting will be a potluck social on Thurs., Sept. 12. Member Bonnie Walden will be attending the GFWC Con- vention in Hollywood, FL, at the end of June. Bonnie serves on the GFWC Board of Directors Strategic Planning Committee. GFWC Battle Ground mem- bers are dedicated to commu- nity improvement by enhanc- ing the lives of others through community service. Their theme for the 2013-2014 year will be “Transforming Lives, One Stitch at a Time.” The GFWC meetings are the second and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church, 14208 NE 249th St. Louise Tucker, (360) 687-3619, Valerie Huey, (360) 566-5123, www.gfwc-battlegroundwa.org. GFWC—Battle Ground BONNIE WALDEN The KWVA will have two members (and their wives) travel to Korea as guests of the Seattle Ko- rean Consulate July 25-30. They will represent Washington state in appreciation of the US effort to defend South Korea during the Korean War. At home, they will partici- pate in a Veterans Breakfast ev- ery Friday at the 40/8 Chateau, 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., and an offi- cers staff meeting/breakfast the first Friday of the month. The KWVA #321 is announc- ing it is supporting four county veterans programs: the Com- munity Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC), the an- nual Veterans Stand Down for veterans in need (CCVSD), the Clark County Veterans Resource Committee to assist veterans (CCVRC), and the Vancouver Veterans Affairs Volunteer Service (VAVS). Their next general meeting is Wed., July 17. The Veterans meet third Wednesdays, 40 Et 8 Chateau Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave., Hazel Dell, 10 a.m. Mem- bers pay $6 for lunch. Jerry Keesee, (360) 573-1035, saver- [email protected], hall (360) 837-1260, www.kwva.org. Korean War Veterans Association, #321 JERRY KEESEE Lions announce they will sell fire- works Fri., June 28 through Thur., July 4, from their booth located at the old First In- dependent Bank parking lot. Their first meeting of the month will be held at the booth Wed., July 3. They are holding new officer installations at the home of in- coming president Mark Man- sell, Thur., July 18, 6:30 p.m. The potluck meeting also holds new member induction. On Sat., July 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lions will participate in the city-wide garage sale from a table on the lawn of the Evan- gelical Free Church in La Center. The Lions meet the first and third Thursdays, 7 p.m., at the La Center Grange. For infor- mation, contact Al Luiz, (360) 263-5802. La Center Lions MARK MANSELL The Museum association asks for two weeks advance notice for scheduling tours, since it is staffed by volun- teers. Tours are free, with dona- tions welcome. On Sat., July 20, the Museum is open at its regular time, yet still participating in the city- wide garage sale with tables in the museum parking lot filled with donations from members. Currently exhibiting are: • Cameras: Glass Slides to Digital • Post Mark La Center • Sternwheeler Gallery • Loggers Gallery • John Pollock Momentos (Wash- ington Territory Representative) • A Dinner Table Feast for the Eyes (a gem and mineral exhibit) While not a museum exhibit, walking tour pamphlets are still available that service self-guid- ed tours of historic landmarks in and around La Center. The museum is located at 410 W. 5th St., La Center, open noon to 4 p.m. on first and third Satur - days of the month and by appoint- ment weekdays. Admission is free. Dr. Barbara Barnhart, (360) 263-3308. Museum message line, (360) 263-6609, www.thelacen- termuseum.org, Face Book: “La Center Historical Museum.” La Center Historical Museum BARBARA BARNHART The Associa- tion announces that “three cross tie blocks have been embedded in the sled logs,” in continuing the sled donkey ex- hibit. New also is a showcase of springboards and sawing with a “log boss.” Research continues on lo- cal sawmills circa turn of the century through the 1940’s. To contribute, ask for Historian Barbara Hagedorn through the contact information below. Still available at the muse- um are quilt raffle tickets for a drawing in November, used book sales are open to Satur- day visitors and their chapel is available for rent for parties of up to 50-60 persons. The Museum is located at 21416 NE 399th St, Amboy, WA. The Museum board of di- rectors meets the second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. The Museum is open Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. The Museum’s First Friday Open Mic begins at 7 p.m., open to amateur and professional singers alike, free, with donations accepted. Mu- seum events, (360) 247-5800. North Clark Historical Museum GEORGENE NEAL North Clark Li- ons will be hold- ing a fundraiser at the Territorial Days celebration in Amboy on July 12-14. They ask the public to sup- port the Lions by enjoying a de- licious loaded baked potato or a scrumptious ice-cream treat. They are applying their mot- to, “We Serve,” for the public on this event, and will enjoy meeting the buyers of goodies. All proceeds from the event will benefit the North Clark community as Lions give back through Christmas Food Bas- kets, the annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Light Up the Park event and other service projects. The Lions meet the first and third Mondays, 7 p.m., at the North Clark Historical Museum. Diana Requa, (360) 901-4449. North Clark Lions Club DIANA REQUA The Optimists will be holding their Optimist Camp Foundation Picnic Fundraiser Sat., June 29, noon to 4 p.m. at the Optimist Camp north of Battle Ground. Hot Dogs, hamburgers, chips and drinks will be served for lunch. A donation of $7 for adults and $5 for children is requested. Tickets are available on their website, www.vanopt. org. Call for more information. The Optimist Club meets the first Monday, 6:15 p.m., at The Quarry, 415 SE 177th Ave., Vancouver. John Cozzi Jr., (360) 718-9168, (360) 991- 7651, [email protected]. Optimist Club of Vancouver GAY ENYEART On June 28- 30, Lions will serve up their famous fare at the Clark County Event Center to attendees of the Northwest Street Rod Nationals event. The huge event promises the usual swap meet for enthusiasts and 1,600 vehicles on show. This reporter thinks there is no better way to give to the commu- nity than chomping on hot dogs while oogling at street rods. Visit www.nsra-usa.com/ Events/, then click on “North- west” at the top of the web page for more information on the event. Call the number be- low to find out where the Lions food booth will be located at the event. Lions will participate in the Ridgefield 4th of July celebra- tion as usual with their annual salmon/chicken/burger barbe- cue at Abrams Park following the parade. They are also planning for their efforts during the Clark County Fair in August. The Lions meet second and fourth Mondays, 6:30 p.m., at the Ridgefield Community Cen- ter, 210 N. Main St., Ridgefield, WA. For more information, con- tact Steve Seymour, (360) 887- 8315, eymours@pacifier.com or Don Lasher (360) 887-4222, [email protected]. For membership information, call Edie Brannon, (360) 263-5572, www.ridgefieldlions.org. Ridgefield Lions Club TODD VOGEL The Free Ma- sons are prepar- ing a float to run in the Harvest Days parade, and planning for a child identifica- tion booth (free of charge). At the booth, a video, dental swabs and other information is taken to give to the parents for their safe keeping. They will offer a hot dogs and hamburgers barbeque on Tues., July 9, 6:30-9 p.m. at the Pio- neer Grange (199th St., Ridge- field) for members and for any- one curious about Freemasonry. The Masons meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. every month except July and August, Pioneer Grange, 3803 NE 199th St., Ridgefield. Ray Zimmerman, (360) 773-8658, [email protected], www.silverstar286.org. Silver Star #286 Free & Accepted Masons RAY ZIMMERMAN Local TOPS an- nounce they will begin meeting Tuesdays at Land- mark Church, 1504 W. Main St., Battle Ground, 12:30 p.m. They announce they are interested in increasing their membership and invite interested persons to “en- joy a journey to improve your health while making new friends to support you.” TOPS meets Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Landmark Church, 1504 W. Main St. President Gay Rochel, (360) 909-2121, grochel2121@ aol.com, Pat Lynch, (360) 907- 3857, [email protected]. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 0888 GAY ROCHEL
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A special section showcasing the ongoing work of service clubs, professional and fraternal organizations

in north Clark and south Cowlitz counties. Contact: 360-687-5151 (Larry), [email protected]

The program for the next regu-lar meeting has not been deter-mined as yet. Call for more information, as they will meet July 10, 7 p.m.

The Women’s book group will meet Wed., July 31, 4 p.m. at the home of a member for a potluck to discuss Watchmen by Alan Moore.

The Association meets the second Wednesday at Court-yard Village Retirement Com-munity, 4555 NE 66th Ave., Vancouver, 7 p.m. Any two-year or university college grad-uate may attend. Jane Arnal, (360) 574-3606, [email protected], Gene Kuechmann, (360) 574-1492, [email protected].

American Association of University Women

LYSBETHLEITNER

The Alliance will participate in Harvest Days as usual with demonstrations and an exhibit of members’ fine art works of various types on display in the “Art & Wine Room,” Battle Ground Community Center. Student art will also be displayed.

The Alliance encourages all Harvest Days visitors to drop in and discuss the Alliance effort to encourage art in the community.

Demonstrations are as fol-lows, located west, just outside the community center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground:

On Fri., July 19, 4 p.m., member Diane Springer shares her Origami talents.

On Sat., July 20, 2 p.m., mem-ber Linda Kliewer presents a pot-tery demonstration, and at 4 p.m., member Hilarie Courture shares her talent at oil portraiture.

Their next quarterly meet-ing is in August. The Art Alli-ance meets informally on third Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at Old Towne Battle Grounds, 316 E. Main St., Battle Ground, and quar-terly at the Battle Ground Li-brary, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground Village, Battle Ground. Beth Johnson-Burger, (360) 901-3823, [email protected], www.bgartal-liance.com., and on Facebook.

Battle Ground Art Alliance

BETHJOHNSON-BURGER

The Chamber announces it is not having its general luncheon or any of its net-working events this month to concentrate all efforts toward Harvest Days.

They are looking for volun-teers for the parade, kids activi-ties, beer garden and car cruise.

They mention Harvest Days’ show of community spirit is what makes this event so mem-orable each year.

Interested persons may con-tact the Chamber’s office to sign up for a time slot, (360) 687-1510, or visit [email protected] for more information. Visit www.face-book.com/BattleGroundCham-berOfCommerce to be updated on Harvest Days developments.

The Chamber is also pre-sell-ing carnival full-day wrist bands for the Harvest Days carnival with a $5 discount, available at 317 E. Main St., Battle Ground (the new Chamber office).

The Chamber is wanting more applications for market and food vendors, and talent show entries, for the 2013 Har-vest Days event. Information and application materials are available via the contact ad-dresses below.

The Chamber regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m., at Cedars Golf Course, 15001 NE 181st St., Brush Prairie, WA. Crystal Chavez, (360) 687-1510, www.battlegroundchamber.org.

Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce

CARRIESCHULSTAD

The Elks an-nounce fireworks sales (from their Elks booth) will begin June 28 for the Fourth of July holiday. The booth will be located in the Wilco shop-ping center, Battle Ground, for the Elks second year in offering fireworks.

The Lodge will be actively participating in the Harvest Days parade and the July 19 cruise-in this year with a food stand in front of the Battle Ground Chamber office in Old Town.

They are currently discuss-ing their “Christmas in July” event (dinner at the Lodge), preparing for this 20th annual fundraiser. Proceeds will fur-ther their charitable works.

Call for more information on any of these events.

The Elks meet Wednesdays (every other Wednesday June through August), 7:30 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Visit www.DiscoverElks.org. Laura Leone, (360) 281-2687. Elks office, (360) 687-1230, Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon. Rentals of Lodge space is available.

Battle Ground Elks

LAURALEONE

The Club will be taking the Fort Vancouver Historic Gar-den and kitchen tour Tues., July 2. Members will meet at the Battle Ground Com-munity Center and depart at 10:15 a.m. for the tour at 11 a.m.

The trip to the Fort is car-pooled and the ride is $5 per member for the driver, but the tour is free. Members should park in the north parking lot. They should also bring a sack lunch, a drink and a wrapped treat to share.

The Garden Club meets the first Tuesdays of the month, 12:30 a.m., at Battle Ground Community Center, Mult-nomah Room, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Elaine Nibley, (360) 687-7806, Barbara Size-more, (360) 247-7413.

Battle Ground Garden Club

ELAINENIBLEY

The Rotary an-nounces tickets are on sale for the Battle Ground Rotary’s annual “Tastes & Tunes” event on Sat., July 6, at the Gardner Center (Battle Ground Cinema location). Tickets pur-chased by midnight, July 1, in-clude a bonus value.

Portland’s famed saxophon-ist Patrick Lamb and his band are the headliners for this 3-9 p.m., adults-only event.

A variety of local wines and craft beers plus food from sev-eral restaurants make this a pop-ular, laid-back summer event. For more information, visit www.battlegroundrotary.org.

The Rotary July agenda follows:

July 3—The Rotary monthly social with the Elite Livestock 4H Club. For location or other information call Donna at (360) 213-9309.

July 10—Bill Woodard, re-gional ambassador for Shelter Box USA is guest speaker.

July 17—Gordon Viggiano, inspirational speaker, presents “My Brain Has a Hole in It.”

July 24—Joel Reyes, Interna-tional Children’s Care is guest.

July 31—Rotary District Governor Sharon Starr is guest.

Except for the monthly social, club meetings are Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Galeotti’s Wine Cellar, 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. President: Mike Simp-son, (360) 921-5362, [email protected]. Publicity: Gregg Her-rington, [email protected].

Battle Ground Rotary

MIKESIMPSON

The Toastmas-ters’ nominat-ing committee is busy in late June to secure new of-ficer positions for the Club, with officers to be sworn in July 1.

They remind members that new letters and forms are due on July 1 also.

Toastmasters are enjoying visits from local business em-ployees. Many businesses look upon Toastmasters training in public speaking as a way of personal development for their staff. They invite any interested party to attend meetings and witness this learning process.

The Toastmasters meet Tues-days, 12 p.m., at Rocky’s Piz-za, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground. For more information, contact Diane Edginton, (360) 882-8105, [email protected], http://battleground.free-toasthost.com.

GERRYDUNNE

Battle Ground Toastmasters

The Car Club will hold a “Fri-day Night Rally” on July 5, and a membership meeting July 6. They are planning for a Rally School for Aug. 2, and a “Mountains to The Sea” rally for Aug. 3.

Also in planning stages, their premier race, “The Char-ity Race,” (AKA Doernbechers Dash) will be held Aug. 10-11.

There, the public can take a two-lap ride in a race car or ex-otic car for a donation that goes to support a local charity.

Cascade Sports Car Club events are designed to be fun for kids and adults. They warn attendees they may just get the racing bug.

The events are always free, and there is always an oppor-tunity to get involved. Call for more information on these events or to join the club.

The CSCC meets first Sat-urdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Stark Street Pizza Company, SE 92nd and Stark, Portland, OR. Kyle Nickels, (360) 771-2503, [email protected], www.cascadesportscarclub.org.

Cascade SportsCar Club

SCOTTFARIS

The Newcom-ers next meeting is Tue., July 2, 10 a.m. Call for more informa-tion.

The Newcom-ers meet the first Tuesday plus bi-monthly luncheons on the sec-ond Wednesday. Carol Kirsch, (360) 254-7729, [email protected].

Clark County Newcomers Club

TRICIACLEMONS

The Friends will hold their annual Harvest Days Book Sale July 19-21, from Ben’s Books at the library at Bat-tle Ground Vil-lage. Call for open hours.

They announce there will be no membership meetings until Sept. 3, 6 p.m., but the board meetings are scheduled for July 13 and August 17 at the library. The public may attend.

The Friends meet the first Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., at the library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Anna Cross, (360) 687-5726, www.bgcfriends.com, [email protected].

Friends of the Battle Ground Library

SARASTRIKER

The GFWC Battle Ground is celebrating a successful 2012-2013 club year under the leader-ship of Valerie Huey. They an-nounce that many awards were received at both their Columbia District Conference and GFWC Washington State Convention.

Their regular meetings have concluded until fall. The first fall meeting will be a potluck social on Thurs., Sept. 12.

Member Bonnie Walden will be attending the GFWC Con-vention in Hollywood, FL, at the end of June. Bonnie serves on the GFWC Board of Directors Strategic Planning Committee.

GFWC Battle Ground mem-bers are dedicated to commu-nity improvement by enhanc-ing the lives of others through community service. Their theme for the 2013-2014 year will be “Transforming Lives, One Stitch at a Time.”

The GFWC meetings are the second and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church, 14208 NE 249th St. Louise Tucker, (360) 687-3619, Valerie Huey, (360) 566-5123, www.gfwc-battlegroundwa.org.

GFWC—Battle Ground

BONNIEWALDEN

The KWVA will have two members (and their wives) travel to Korea as guests of the Seattle Ko-rean Consulate July 25-30. They will represent Washington state in appreciation of the US effort to defend South Korea during the Korean War.

At home, they will partici-pate in a Veterans Breakfast ev-ery Friday at the 40/8 Chateau, 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., and an offi-cers staff meeting/breakfast the first Friday of the month.

The KWVA #321 is announc-ing it is supporting four county veterans programs: the Com-munity Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC), the an-nual Veterans Stand Down for veterans in need (CCVSD), the Clark County Veterans Resource Committee to assist veterans (CCVRC), and the Vancouver Veterans Affairs Volunteer Service (VAVS).

Their next general meeting is Wed., July 17.

The Veterans meet third Wednesdays, 40 Et 8 Chateau Boxcar Room, 7607 NE 26th Ave., Hazel Dell, 10 a.m. Mem-bers pay $6 for lunch. Jerry Keesee, (360) 573-1035, [email protected], hall (360) 837-1260, www.kwva.org.

Korean War Veterans Association, #321

JERRYKEESEE

Lions announce they will sell fire-works Fri., June 28 through Thur., July 4, from their booth located at the old First In-dependent Bank parking lot. Their first meeting of the month will be held at the booth Wed., July 3.

They are holding new officer installations at the home of in-coming president Mark Man-sell, Thur., July 18, 6:30 p.m. The potluck meeting also holds new member induction.

On Sat., July 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lions will participate in the city-wide garage sale from a table on the lawn of the Evan-gelical Free Church in La Center.

The Lions meet the first and third Thursdays, 7 p.m., at the La Center Grange. For infor-mation, contact Al Luiz, (360) 263-5802.

La Center Lions

MARKMANSELL

The Museum association asks for two weeks advance notice for scheduling tours, since it is staffed by volun-teers. Tours are free, with dona-tions welcome.

On Sat., July 20, the Museum is open at its regular time, yet still participating in the city-wide garage sale with tables in the museum parking lot filled with donations from members.

Currently exhibiting are:• Cameras: Glass Slides to Digital• Post Mark La Center• Sternwheeler Gallery• Loggers Gallery• John Pollock Momentos (Wash-ington Territory Representative)• A Dinner Table Feast for the Eyes (a gem and mineral exhibit)

While not a museum exhibit, walking tour pamphlets are still available that service self-guid-ed tours of historic landmarks in and around La Center.

The museum is located at 410 W. 5th St., La Center, open noon to 4 p.m. on first and third Satur-days of the month and by appoint-ment weekdays. Admission is free. Dr. Barbara Barnhart, (360) 263-3308. Museum message line, (360) 263-6609, www.thelacen-termuseum.org, Face Book: “La Center Historical Museum.”

La CenterHistorical Museum

BARBARA BARNHART

The Associa-tion announces that “three cross tie blocks have been embedded in the sled logs,” in continuing the sled donkey ex-hibit. New also is a showcase of springboards and sawing with a “log boss.”

Research continues on lo-cal sawmills circa turn of the century through the 1940’s. To contribute, ask for Historian Barbara Hagedorn through the contact information below.

Still available at the muse-um are quilt raffle tickets for a drawing in November, used book sales are open to Satur-day visitors and their chapel is available for rent for parties of up to 50-60 persons.

The Museum is located at 21416 NE 399th St, Amboy, WA. The Museum board of di-rectors meets the second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. The Museum is open Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. The Museum’s First Friday Open Mic begins at 7 p.m., open to amateur and professional singers alike, free, with donations accepted. Mu-seum events, (360) 247-5800.

North Clark Historical Museum

GEORGENENEAL

North Clark Li-ons will be hold-ing a fundraiser at the Territorial Days celebration in Amboy on July 12-14. They ask the public to sup-port the Lions by enjoying a de-licious loaded baked potato or a scrumptious ice-cream treat.

They are applying their mot-to, “We Serve,” for the public on this event, and will enjoy meeting the buyers of goodies.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the North Clark community as Lions give back through Christmas Food Bas-kets, the annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Light Up the Park event and other service projects.

The Lions meet the first and third Mondays, 7 p.m., at the North Clark Historical Museum. Diana Requa, (360) 901-4449.

North Clark Lions Club

DIANAREQUA

The Optimists will be holding their Optimist Camp Foundation Picnic Fundraiser Sat., June 29, noon to 4 p.m. at the Optimist Camp north of Battle Ground.

Hot Dogs, hamburgers, chips and drinks will be served for lunch. A donation of $7 for adults and $5 for children is requested. Tickets are available on their website, www.vanopt.org. Call for more information.

The Optimist Club meets the first Monday, 6:15 p.m., at The Quarry, 415 SE 177th Ave., Vancouver. John Cozzi Jr., (360) 718-9168, (360) 991-7651, [email protected].

Optimist Clubof Vancouver

GAYENYEART

On June 28-30, Lions will serve up their famous fare at the Clark County Event Center to attendees of the Northwest Street Rod Nationals event. The huge event promises the usual swap meet for enthusiasts and 1,600 vehicles on show.

This reporter thinks there is no better way to give to the commu-nity than chomping on hot dogs while oogling at street rods.

Visit www.nsra-usa.com/ Events/, then click on “North-west” at the top of the web page for more information on the event. Call the number be-low to find out where the Lions food booth will be located at the event.

Lions will participate in the Ridgefield 4th of July celebra-tion as usual with their annual salmon/chicken/burger barbe-cue at Abrams Park following the parade.

They are also planning for their efforts during the Clark County Fair in August.

The Lions meet second and fourth Mondays, 6:30 p.m., at the Ridgefield Community Cen-ter, 210 N. Main St., Ridgefield, WA. For more information, con-tact Steve Seymour, (360) 887-8315, [email protected] or Don Lasher (360) 887-4222, [email protected]. For membership information, call Edie Brannon, (360) 263-5572, www.ridgefieldlions.org.

Ridgefield Lions Club

TODDVOGEL

The Free Ma-sons are prepar-ing a float to run in the Harvest Days parade, and planning for a child identifica-tion booth (free of charge). At the booth, a video, dental swabs and other information is taken to give to the parents for their safe keeping.

They will offer a hot dogs and hamburgers barbeque on Tues., July 9, 6:30-9 p.m. at the Pio-neer Grange (199th St., Ridge-field) for members and for any-one curious about Freemasonry.

The Masons meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. every month except July and August, Pioneer Grange, 3803 NE 199th St., Ridgefield. Ray Zimmerman, (360) 773-8658, [email protected], www.silverstar286.org.

Silver Star #286 Free & Accepted Masons

RAYZIMMERMAN

Local TOPS an-nounce they will begin meeting Tuesdays at Land-mark Church, 1504 W. Main St., Battle Ground, 12:30 p.m. They announce they are interested in increasing their membership and invite interested persons to “en-joy a journey to improve your health while making new friends to support you.”

TOPS meets Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Landmark Church, 1504 W. Main St. President Gay Rochel, (360) 909-2121, [email protected], Pat Lynch, (360) 907-3857, [email protected].

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 0888

GAYROCHEL

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