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From the Editor’s Desk ....and the home of the brave! PLAY BALL! Yes, it's finally summertime and baseball games, the star spangled banner and horribly greasy french fries surround us on all sides. SUMMER! The last day of school was met with a celebratory dinner at our favorite restaurant, and the annual "burn homework, burn" party at a friend's house, with s'mores roasted afterwards. (Of course.) The summer days will slip away quickly, so it's my intent to fill them with as much outside time as possible. For my summertime diary, that means filling the memory books by traversing the Oregon coast, lounging by a poolside, hitting the beach, searching for waterfalls, taking a ferry to visit family on Lopez Island, sleeping in, giggling with my kids while roasting marshmallows over a fire, late night outdoor movies in the park, and taking a family vacation to Sunriver. What do you have planned for these lazy summer days? Hopefully something that includes ice cold lemonade on the porch with friends and neighbors, or having the house full for an impromptu outdoor BBQ with a game of corn hole or horseshoes. We really are blessed in this part of the world with a temperate summer, usually warm and sunny, full of long days that stay bright well after quitting time rolls around. Lakes and rivers are around any corner, the mountains are a short jaunt away, tons of fun caves, the beach just an hour or so to the west, and even a
fun Portland city adventure less than an hour to the south. During summertime, unless the temperatures are above 88 degrees, you'll be hard pressed to find a Washingtonian complaining about living in Washington! We've got the BEST nature has to offer, and we take full advantage of it during the summer. Festivals and fun family events abound during July, and hopefully I've got most of them listed here for you to decide which ones strike your fancy. From beer fests to fireworks displays and farmers markets and cheese fests, there are more than enough activities around to tickle just about anyone's toes to get out and about. If you're tired of doing "the same old thing" for the Independence Day celebration, there are plenty of other local options! Head to Astoria or Warrenton, or pop over to Long Beach to see how those celebrations and parades can fill your days. One of my favorite things to do is catch the Longview's GoFourth Cardboard Boat Regatta. It is absolutely hysterical, and is also fun to see the ingenious creations that people come up with. As well as their faces when they start to sink into the murky waters of Lake Sacajawea. I wish you a most happy and safe Independence Day, and hope you celebrate with love in your heart for all Americans, as we are truly ONE. Until next month! Michelle Myre Publisher / Editor
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SPIRITS of Longview • 7/3 Events, Festivals & Fun - Oh My! Be sure to hang onto this issue of The Valley Bugler, full of upcoming Festivals and Community Events for the month of July, and mark your calendars with fun - fun- FUN! Saturdays & Sundays all Summer in Long Beach, WA: Enjoy Face Painting, a Horse & Wagon and other fun family things to do at the world’s longest beach! Sidewalk chalk contests, horse riding and, of course, kite flying fun. Long Beach, WA longbeachwa.gov/summerfest July 2-4 Go Fourth Festival in Longview. It’s time for the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta and the Firefighter's Hole in One Challenge on the 2nd, plenty of piroshki and of course, the fireworks. Facepainting, kids festival, henna tattoos, fireman’s hole-in-one challenge, and festival vendor fodder a major bonus, too. Come see what the rest of 30,000+ people find so exciting each year! Visit the online schedule: www.gofourthfestival.org July 3 Spirits of Longview at the Cowlitz Expo center with Music, Food, Spirits and more! (See article / ad this page) July 4 Clatskanie Heritage Days Festival and 4th of July Parade. Music, Logging Show, Fireworks and More in Clatskanie City Park. July 4 Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade in Ocean Park @ 1pm. Go to the Bank of Pacific’s parking lot at NOON to decorate your kids’ bikes so they can be in the parade. www.opwa.com July 4 Independence Day Fireworks on the Beach in Long Beach starting at dusk. www.funbeach.com July 4 Fourth of July Parade & Festival in Warrenton and Astoria. 11am 3pm on July 4th, includes Car Show @ 11am, Motorcycle Show @ 11am, Community BBQ @ 12pm-3pm and Parade @ 3pm. www.oldoregon.com July 4 Seaside, Oregon Fireworks display and fun daily activities & parade.
July 4 4th of July Celebration, All day! St. Helens, Ore. discovercolumbiacounty.com July 6-8 Rainier Days in the Park. Carnival and FIREWORKS! Complete listing: www.rainierdaysinthepark.com July 7 Bow Tie Bash Car Show in Downtown Longview. 9am - 3pm. See ad same page. July 7 Port of Ilwaco Independence Fireworks Display and 5K – Walk & Run on the 1st, and Parade and fun on the 4th! Visit Ilwaco! July 12 Summer Concerts at the Lake. First of six concerts from 6 to 8 p.m Thursdays at Lake Sacajawea. See article on p.6 for complete performance lineup. July 12-14 Kalama Fair! Runs Thursday through Sunday with TONS of fun. www.kalamafair.com July 12-15 Toledo Cheese Days invites everyone to join them for "The Legend of Bigfoot". Car Show and Parade are on Saturday. Four days of fun: Info: toledolionsclub.org/cheesedays July 14-15 Clamshell Rail Road Days at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org July 18-22 34th SandSations Competition in Long Beach. From 10am - 6pm everyday. Downtown Long Beach. Competition kicks off Friday with free scultping lessons at the beach. Info: www.sandsationslongbeach.com July 18-22 Columbia County Fair & Rodeo in St. Helens. Ages under 7 FREE. columbiacountyfairgrounds.com July 19-21 Castle Rock Fair, with parade, vendors, youth activities, music and more, Castle Rock Fairgrounds. See page 4 for complete description. July 20-21 Bald Eagle Days in Cathlamet with parade, live concert, fireworks, more; SEE FESTIVALS, cont. on p.6
July 3rd • 5pm - 10pm Held annually at the Cowlitz County Expo Center with FREE parking, this fun Festival brings together old friends and new with good music, food, and of course...spirits! Hosted by The Pioneer Lions, this is a highly anticipated social event, where people who don’t often see each other can get together and catch up. Food vendors are available, and the smaller cooler wagon dispenses beer and wine coolers. Local wineries and brewers also participate providing a wide variety of refreshing offerings. $5.00 Entry Fee benefits the Longview Pioneer Lions, who in turn support numerous charities and provide scholarships to students. 'Spirits of Longview' Chairman,
Greg Swanson, enjoys being a part of this civic minded group that has such a positive impact. "It shows people what they have inside of them. Their charitable goodness," said Swanson in a recent interview. Longview Pioneer Lions meet every Tuesday at Noon at the Longview Eagles Club on 12th Ave in Longview. To learn more: pioneerlions.org Or, call Greg: 360-431-8888 [Top Photo: 'The King Brothers' entertain with good 'ole rock & roll; Bottom Photo: Lions member Cindy Sessions having fun working at the Spirits of Longview']
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C AS T L E ROC K FA I R SC H E DU L E Castle Rock Fair is the 19-21st of July, with a huge anniversary celebration of "60 Years of Fun at the Fair!" The parade is Thursday night 6:30pm in downtown Castle Rock with Grand Marshall Nancy Chenault leading the way. Line up 5:30pm at Elementary School & parade at 6:30pm. To enter the Parade or for Fair Forms: www.CastleRockFair.com Forms also at 4 Corners Farm & Garden, and Bredfields. After the Parade, come to the Fair! Plenty of fun games that are either only a quarter or even FREE will be available for kids of all ages. So dig out those quarters, and head to the Quarter Arcade on Fair Days.
ADMISSION:
Adults $2 Thurs, $3 Fri/Sat $7 for a three day pass Seniors $1 Thurs, $3 Fri/Sat FREE Friday from 10am-2pm $4 for a three day pass Kids 6-14 $1 Thurs, $2 Fri/Sat $4 for a three day pass Exhibitors: $3 for 3 day pass
FAIR SCHEDULE
THURSDAY July 19th 6:00pm Gates Open 6:30pm Parade - Downtown CR 7:00pm Fair/Exhibits Open Quarter Arcade Opens Archery Opens 8:30pm Cooper’s Money Band (Country Band) 9:30pm Quarter Arcade Closes 10:00pm Fair/Exhibits Closes
FRIDAY July 20th 8:00am Upper Gate Opens 8:30am 4H Horse Show 9:00am Lower Gate Opens 10:00am Fair/Exhibits Open Rabbits Showmanship Dog Show (weather permitting) 1:00pm Cat Show 1:00pm Quarter Arcade Opens John London, Magician 1:30pm Balloon Making until 4 pm 2:00pm Archery Opens (until 7pm) 4:00pm John London (Magician) 5:00pm Swine Showmanship 6:30pm Miller Campbell Band 8:30pm Miller Campbell 9:30pm Quarter Arcade Closes 10:00pm Fair/Exhibits Close SATURDAY July 21st 8:00am Upper Gate Opens 8:30am 4H Horse Show 9:00am Lower Gate Opens 10:00am Fair/Exhibits Open Goat Showmanship 11:00am Bob Simino (Balloon Making-All Day) 11:30am Poultry Show 1:00pm Quarter Arcade Opens Richard Green (Magician) 2:00pm Sheep Showmanship 2:00pm Wet Money Scramble 2:00pm Archery Opens (Until 7pm) 4:00pm Richard Green (Magician) 4:00pm Dairy & Beef Showmanship 7:30pm Baird Creek Band 9:30 pm Quarter Arcade Closes Fair/Exhibits Close, Animal Haul Out
COMPLETE BROCHURE online: www.CastleRockFair.com Special thanks to the Castle Rock Fair Board and volunteers that make the Fair possible each year! 60 Years strong!
Looking to make points with the judge, big smiles all around. Photo by the CR Fair.
Submitted by Georgia Cox JULY Events Every Monday: Our delectable Cinnamon Rolls and coffee will be served to the public from 10am to NOON. Suggested donation is only $1.50 for these delicious concessions. A great way to start your week! Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday: Get that heart rate up and get healthy with Senior Yoga classes at 8:15am to 9:15am, and Senior exercises from 9:30am to 10:30am. Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday: "Write Your Life Story" will meet in the Center at 12:30pm - 3:00pm. Every Wednesday: CAP offers Nutrition Meals for Seniors at the Center at NOON. Suggested donation is $3.00, PLEASE call #6362118 (by Monday) for reservations. Every Thursday: Quilting projects will take place from 10am 3pm and fun Pinochle games are played in the Center later at 7pm and open to all who are interested!
Every Friday: Lunches by reservation only, will be served in the Center at NOON. Must Reserve by calling 636-2118 by Monday. Every Saturday: BINGO games played from 1pm - 3pm. Come join in the fun! SPECIAL EVENTS: Tuesday, July 10th: Program and Potluck lunch; local resident Sandy Catt will share about his trip to Puerto Rico 11am, with a potluck lunch following at Noon. Thursday, July 19th: Commodities will be distributed from 10am 1pm. Have a valid punch card. Saturday, July 28th: "All You Can EAT!" Pancake Breakfast will be served to the public from 8am Noon. Suggested donation of $6.00, and there is a delicious choice of blueberry or plain pancakes. NOTICE: Watch the readerboard for any changes or new events. Castle Rock Senior Center 222 - 2nd Ave • Castle Rock WA (360)274-7502
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Complete Fair Schedule and Contest information found online:
CastleRockFair.com
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Finnish American Folk Festival
Starting Thursday, July 12th @ 6pm Martin's Dock • Lake Sacajawea • Longview "Summer Concerts @ the Lake" It’s time to bust out the lawn chairs and blankets, throw on your flip flops and head over to the Concerts at the Lake series at Lake Sacajawea in Longview on Thursday evenings. Every Thursday from 6pm-8pm, live music will draw hundreds to relax and chill to their tunes. Concerts at the Lake are held at Martin’s Dock in Lake Sacajawea Park, Longview, WA. The seating area will face the lake dock, and performance stage, and is set on the grassy hill. The concert series is made possible by donations and support from Sponsors like Kirkpatrick Family Care.
2018 Concert Schedule:
July 12: "We Three" *get ready to kick off the summer concert series with top 40's classics! July 19: "Eagle Eyes" *time to kick back and enjoy this Eagles Tribute band. July 26: "Ants in the Kitchen" *70's era funk, blues and soul to get you out of your seat and dancing. August 2: "Cash'd Out" *Johnny Cash Tribute Band with special guest, RaeAnn Phillips. August 9: "Tiller's Folly" *Celtic bluegrass and americana music for a bit 'o the Irish. August 16: "Burlington Rail" *Classic Country Rock & Roll
Are you a Finn, or just want to pretend for a few days? Looking for pannukakku? Then the 19th biennial Finnish-American Festival is right up your alley. The Finnish American Folk Festival will begin at 10:00 am on Friday, July 27th. It is held at the Naselle schools at the junction of SR401 and SR4 in Naselle, Washington. That day all the food and crafts vendors and exhibits are open until 6:00 pm. Dan Karvonen will teach Finnish 101 on both Friday and Saturday. There is no admission charge to the Festival, but a $5 per person donation is greatly appreciated. The festival will have live performances Friday night and all day Saturday. Other festival events include: Golf tournament on Thursday, a Paavo Nurmi Run/Walk, a wife toss, and other games on Saturday. Don’t forget to visit the Tori (marketplace) and all the special exhibits such as art,
the museum, Finnish war memorabilia, the photo displays, the Viking ship and the arts and crafts. Authentic foods and a salmon dinner and a pannukakku breakfast, plus food demonstrations will tickle your palate. Fourteen performing groups will dance, sing and delight the audiences, as well as the much-loved Finnish musical duo known as 'Allotar', who performed here in 2014 will be returning. The festival is filled with love and unity. Sunday ends with a Closing Ceremony, a worship service followed by coffee and pulla. The exhibits, food vendors, and Tori will not be open that day. NO pets, thank you. Handicapped accessible grounds, and Handicapped parking. For information and times: INFO: nasellefinnfest.com [See ad on page 2]
FESTIVALS, cont. from p.3 downtown Castle Rock; Info: www.castlerockcda.org July 25-28 Cowlitz County Fair & Rodeo! "Starry Nights & Midway Lights" www.cowlitzcountyfair.com
July 28-29 Finnish Festival '18 invites all to Naselle, WA for crafts, vendors and fun! www.nasellefinnfest.com (See ad on page 2.) July 28-29 Long Beach Northwest Pro Rodeo, Long Beach; peninsulasaddleclub.com August 3-5 Annual Winlock Pickers Fest at Winolequa Park in Winlock. Workshops, open mics and plenty of pickin’! Beer & Wine Garden.
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Restaurant Makeovers Breakfast chain that's moving to an escape-room theme? - Baffle House Casual-dining chain where servers will tell diners all about their personal lives? - T. M. I. Friday's Down-home chain that's going to start drilling for oil under its restaurants? - Fracker Barrel Seafood chain going for a 1920s speakeasy theme? - Red Mobster
9. When you don't know what to do, walk fast and look worried. 10. Following the rules will not get the job done. 11. Getting the job done is no excuse for not following the rules. 12. When confronted by a difficult problem you can solve it more easily by reducing it to the question, "How would the Lone Ranger handle this?" 13. No matter how much you do, you never do enough. 28. The last person that quit or was fired will be held responsible for everything that goes wrong.
Laws of Work 1. To err is human; to forgive is not our policy. 2. Anyone can do any amount of work provided it isn't the work he/she is supposed to be doing. 3. Important letters that contain no errors will develop errors in the mail. 4. If you are good, you will be assigned all the work. If you are really good, you will get out of it. 5. You are always doing something marginal when the boss drops by your desk. 6. People who go to conferences are the ones who shouldn't. 7. If it wasn't for the last minute, nothing would get done. 8. At work, the authority of a person is inversely proportional to the number of pens that person is carrying.
Technically Correct A helicopter was flying around above Seattle when an electrical malfunction disabled all of the aircraft's electronic navigation and communications equipment. Due to the clouds and haze, the pilot could not determine the helicopter's position. The pilot saw a tall building, flew toward it, circled, and held up a handwritten sign that said "WHERE AM I?" in large letters. People in the tall building quickly responded to the aircraft, drew a large sign, and held it in a building window. Their sign said "YOU ARE IN A HELICOPTER" The pilot smiled, waved, looked at his map, determined the course to steer to SEATAC airport, and landed safely. After they were on the ground,
the copilot asked the pilot how he had done it. "I knew it had to be the Microsoft Building because they gave me a technically correct but completely useless answer." Einstein Smart One day, Einstein has to speak at an important science conference. On the way there, he tells his driver that looks a bit like him: "I'm sick of all these conferences. I always say the same things over and over!" The driver agrees: "You're right. As your driver, I attended all of them, and even though I don't know anything about science, I could give the conference in your place."
"That's a great idea!" says Einstein. "Let's switch places then!" So they switch clothes and as soon as they arrive, the driver dressed as Einstein goes on stage and starts giving the usual speech, while the real Einstein, dressed as the car driver, attends it. But in the crowd, there is one scientist who wants to impress everyone and thinks of a very difficult question to ask Einstein, hoping he won't be able to respond. So he stands up and interrupts the conference by posing his difficult question. The whole room goes silent, waiting for the response. The driver looks at him, dead in the eye, and says: "Sir, your question is so easy to answer that I'm going to let my driver answer it for me."
CALLING ALL ARTISTS ART IN THE PARK Mark your calendars for this August Art event, and vendors begin your applications. If you enjoy browsing flea markets and Farmers Markets, and appreciate art and craft type commerce as well, be sure to add this event to your calendar! Coming soon, on August 19th, to the beautiful Longview Civic Circle during Squirrel Fest 2018, is the 10th Annual “Art in the Park” event. Folks can browse the juried exhibit of fine arts and crafts that are also offered for sale.
Multiple styles and genres of art will offer much for the appreciation of those looking. For people interested in how artists work, there will be live art demonstrations, art activities, and delicious food vendors provide for a wonderful outing in Longview. Squirrel Fest draws thousands of people from around the area, and will provide a perfect compliment to our vendors with more foot traffic and purchases. Vendor applications available online or Broadway Gallery. ColumbianArtists.org
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Mov i e Rev i ews By Blake Peterson
O CE A NS 8 KIWANIS CLUBS focus their community service hours to the welfare of children. CATHLAMET 1st Tues. 6 p.m. at the St. Catherine’s Catholic Church; 3rd Tues. at Sugar Lillies at noon. CHEHALIS - Thursday 12 p.m. at “The Restaurant” in Sunbirds. CLATSKANIE - 1st & 3rd & 5th Tues 6 p.m. at Fultano’s; 2nd & 4th Tues 12 p.m. Colvin’s. KELSO LONGVIEW - Every Thursday at noon. Kelso Senior Center (Catlin Hall). Richard (360)636-3906 SCAPPOOSE- 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Windemere Real Estate Office) ST. HELENS - Thurs. noon at the Elks Lodge (350 Belton Rd, St Helens). ST. HELENS DAYBREAKERS - Tues 7 a.m. at Warren Country Inn, Last Tues 6pm Columbia Soil and Water District Office AMERICAN LEGION GLEN HOYER POST 175 meets in Castle Rock every 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. For info call 423.9542. The LADIES AUXILIARY to Glen Hoyer Post #175 of the American Legion meets first Thursdays. For info call 423-9542. AMERICAN LEGION GUY RATHBUN Post #25 meets the 2nd Thurs. of the month at 7 p.m @ Kelso Eagles For info Kandi 423.2504 BUFORD ROCKAFELLOW POST 101, The American Legion, and Auxiliary meet 2nd Friday each month at Winlock Community Building. Potluck 6 p.m., meeting 7 p.m.. For info Post Commander Wendy Carolan 360785-0929 or Adjutant Phil Carolan at (360) 785-0929. KOREAN WAR VETS ASSOCIATION CHAPTER #321 of SW WA meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month @ 10am; Vancouver WA. Call Commander James Mead (360)907-0592 for information. KELSO-LONGVIEW ELKS LODGE #1482 meets Thurs at 7:30 p.m. for our members only. Dinner is served before Lodge at 5:30 p.m. Lunches are served Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 900 Ash St., Kelso. 360.425.1482. TOUTLE VALLEY VFW POST & AUXILIARY #10882 meets 1st Tues 7p.m. Post Home, 101 Hansen Road in Toutle. Info: Doreen 360-270-4445 TOLEDO VFW 3429, Reg. Meeting 1st Monday, Potluck at noon, meeting at 1 p.m. COWLITZ VALLEY VFW POST 1045, Meeting 2nd Wednesday, 9:00am Bingo on Tuesdays @ 6pm, with dinner at 5pm, 4311 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview The COWLITZ VALLEY VFW LADIES AUXILIARY POST #1045 Meets 1st Thurs, 6:00pm, Breakfast for members & guest 9-11am served 2nd Sat. For info Kathe, 360-577-2592 4311 Ocean Bch Hwy, Longview CENTRALIA CWO ROBERT M. DOWLING POST #2200 Meet 2nd Tues, 7:00pm, 111 1/2 W. Main St, Centralia WINLOCK - LEWIS AND CLARK POST 3409 Meet 1st FRI, 6:00pm, Veterans Memorial Field Clubhouse, 575 Nevil Rd, Winlock SUNNYSIDE GRANGE #129 meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays. 6:30 for potluck, 7:30 meeting. Call 274.6013 for information & rental hall. SILVER LAKE GRANGE 2nd and 4th Thurs. Potluck 6:30, meeting at 7:30 p.m. Info Anita Morgan 748-8098, Rentals call Claudia Hunter 274-5263 CATLIN GRANGE #199 2nd & 4th Fri. 6:30 p.m. Potluck dinner 2nd Friday. 7:30 meetings. More info: 423-2122; Rental call Barbara Wilburn: 425-5970. PLEASANT HILL GRANGE # 101 2nd Monday. 6:30 p.m. Potluck, meeting @ 7:15 p.m. Community Service group meets Thursdays @ 10am. Info & rentals call Zula Bryan 360-425-6101 ROSE VALLEY GRANGE #9453 2nd Tuesday, 7p.m. Info & Hall Rental: Nicole Nickel 360-431-3175 WOODLAND GRANGE #178 1st Thursdays 7:30 p.m. 404 Davidson, Woodland. Info & rentals call John Burke 225-9888 CASTLE ROCK WOMANS CLUB meets every 2nd Monday at 1 p.m. 206 W. Cowlitz Street. Business meeting & program. Public iinvited. Info: 274.8149. THE PYTHIAN CASTLE 24 holds their meetings every 2nd and 4th Thursday @ 1 p.m. at the Castle Rock Womens Club, 206 Cowlitz St. West, Castle Rock. THE CASTLE ROCK LIONS CLUB meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays at Hattie’s Restaurant @ 5:45 p.m. The club sponsors newspaper recycling. R Square D Square Dance Club: Sept - May. 2nd Fri & 4th Sat. 7:30 pm Plus, 8:00pm - 10:00pm Mainstream with Rounds. $5 admission Kelso Senior Ctr 636-1993 LONGVIEW MONTICELLO LIONS meets 6:30 p.m. 2nd and 4th Mondays, dinner and speaker on 2nd & 4th Mondays. LONGVIEW EARLY BIRD LIONS meets at The Carriage Restaurant on the 1st Wednesday @6pm, 3rd Wednesday @6:45am. *IF YOU SEE OUTDATED OR INCOMPLETE INFORMATION LISTED HERE, PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL WITH THE UPDATES. THANK YOU. ☺
VADER LIONS CLUB meets 1st Thurs @ 6 p.m. & 3rd Thur @ 7 p.m. at club building on Hwy 506 in Vader for a potluck dinner and meeting. Info: 295-3087 or 295-3801. KALAMA LIONS CLUB 2nd & 4th Mon. of month, 7:00pm Kalama Comm. Bldg., 126 N. 2nd St, Kalama,Wa. All welcome. www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/kalama.com LONGVIEW PIONEER LIONS CLUB meets every Tuesday at noon at the Longview Eagles Club (152612th Ave) Visitors welcome. WINLOCK LIONS CLUB meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 12 p.m. at Guadalajara Restaurant, off SR 505. Visitors welcome. Call 7853744 info KELSO LIONS CLUB meets 1st & 3rd Monday @ 6:30 p.m. at Kelso Presbyterian Methodist Church. Call Gary 423-7181 ROSE VALLEY GRANGE #953 meets 2nd Tues. @ 1pm, & 4th Tuesdays @ 6 p.m. 1520 Rose Valley Road, Kelso. Info: Becky 575-3977 or Debbie 414-9627 COWLITZ COUNTY VETERANS ASSOC. meets the second Friday of each month. CALL 577-6757 for locations. LONGVIEW REBEKAH LODGE NO. 305 Meets the 1st and 3rd Saturday each month at the IOOF Hall, corner of Pacific and Pine, Kelso, 1 p.m.. Info: 1-866725-3507 CASTLE ROCK EAGLES, celebrating their 100th birthday, meets at the Eagles Aerie on Huntington Ave. @ 8 p.m. every 2nd & 4th Tuesday for the Aerie & Auxiliary. KELSO EAGLES meet 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Aux., Aerie meets at 8 p.m. Initiation 3rd Tuesday. BINGO MonWed-Fri @ 6:30 p.m. Special Charity BINGO Monday 12 - 3 p.m. Call 425-8330 for info. CASTLE ROCK FREEMASONS 3rd Mon @ 7:30 p.m. at Lodge located on SW First Ave DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MaryRichardson Walker Chapter. rootsweb. ancestry.com/~wamrwcdar/ FRIENDS OF CASTLE ROCK LIBRARY, 1st Mondays from 10 - 11 a.m., Library 137 Cowlitz St. West in Castle Rock WORSHIP & RECOVERY meeting, Sunday @ 1 p.m., refreshments. Positive faith group meeting. 1260 12th Ave., LV S.C.O.R.E. - Free counseling & guidance for small businesses by the nation-wide of S.C.O.R.E., Kelso/ Longview Chamber of Commerce, 1563 Olympia Way, Longview, WA. DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS: 1st Fri of the month at 1 p.m. @ 1639 10th Ave. 577-5890, and Auxiliary meets the 2nd Friday of the month at 11 a.m. 423-3125 MT. ST. HELENS CLUB - meets 2x week to hike on a rural trail in SW Washington &/or NW Oregon. Location and info: mtsthelensclub.org or 360- 673-2799 NATIONAL ASSOC. OF ACTIVE & RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES Longview - Kelso Chapter 1070, meet the 1st Wednesday @ 11:30 a.m. at the Monticello Hotel, Longview. Info: 423.6032. LOWER COLUMBIA WOODCARVERS Tues 5 - 7 p.m. & Thurs. 1 - 4 p.m . @ LV Senior Center 274-3175 LONGVIEW BORDER CROSSINGS Volks walking meet on 2nd Tuesdays at St. John’s Hospital, Longview, @ 6:30 p.m. Cafeteria Sam Korff 503-728-0400 KELSO ROTARY Meets Thursdays at 12 p.m. Lunch available to purchase. Kelso Longview Elks Lodge Call 414-5406 for more information ALTRUSA of Longview/Kelso meets Thurs from 12-1 p.m.. Lunch served $5 at all meetings except Board. Meet at Altrusa room at CAP. THE SPIRIT OF FREEDOM Christian Intervention program for the chemically dependent, meets Wednesday 6 p.m. at Landmark United Pentecostal, 4333 Ocean Beach Hwy, 360-636-0580 LONGVIEW GARDEN CLUB meets 10am. 4th Thurs. Jan. - November; Sept. - Oct. Nov. & Dec. meetings are on the 3rd Thurs. Grace LutheranLongview. 425-0755 LOWER COLUMBIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 7:00p.m. 2nd Thurs @ Somerset Retirement Home, 2025 Tibbetts Dr., Longview. Visitors welcome. Info: www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~walcolgs/index.htm COWLITZ BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION meets the 3rd Thursday each month, 7 p.m. @ 3 Rivers Bible Church 102 Harris Street, Kelso, 360-749-9040 OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS of Longview meets Thursday @ 5:30-6:30pm at 1414 12th Ave, Longview. Info: Gloria 360-749-7449 or www.oa.org NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) "Connections" Open Support Group Mondays @ 4-5:30pm & Thurs 12-1:30pm. Counseling avail. Call (360)703-6722 Kelso office: 109 Allen St, Kelso WA Kalamas GFWC AMALAK women's service club 1st & 3rd Thurs from Sept - May at Community Center, 216 Elm street in Kalama at 7:00 p.m. Call 360-901-1791 CASTLE ROCK TOPS # 0740 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)Thurs 9:30am, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 312 First Ave. Darlene: 703-5042. TO LIST YOUR CLUB OR ORGANIZATION, PLEASE SEND INFORMATION TO: EDITOR@ VALLEYBUGLER.COM.
Directed by Gary Ross Starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett Running Time 1 Hr, 50 Mins., PG-13 My Rating: B
It’s only human to expect this year’s women-led “Ocean’s” movie to set a new heist-comedy precedent. Enough years have passed to ensure its writer and director Gary Ross, avoids the mishaps that often undercut the breezy predecessors. And a movie featuring this expensive and lovable an ensemble seems primed for greatness. Yet “Ocean’s 8” is merely an efficient thrill machine as all the features making up the saga have been. It’s neither better nor worse than its forebearers, and is most in sync with “Ocean’s 11.” It would have been nice if it lived up to the anticipation. But it is playful and competently made. It makes for the sort of unworried blockbuster that feels just right for midJune. It’s a glitzy antidote to all the time filling dreg Hollywood usually puts out for the first half of the year. “Ocean’s 8” begins with liberation. Its chief heroine, the always smiling Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock), sister to the George Clooney-portrayed protagonist of the other “Ocean’s” films, is freed from prison after serving five years. An intuitive grifter just like her brother, who is presumed dead, she’s looked at her time in the slammer not as means of rehabilitation but rather regeneration. Like her sibling, Debbie believes no thrill can compare to the one you find in the scope of planning, and then executing, an intricate heist. No other occupation, besides criminal strategizing, can fulfill her. So expectedly, little time passes between the time she steps out from the clink to the moment she starts her next criminal job. To help her carry out the in-the-making heist, she enlists the help of her old partner, Lou (Blanchett); the hacker Nine Ball (Rihanna); the kooky hasbeen fashion designer Rose (Helena Bonham Carter); the limber pickpocketer Constance (Awkwafina); the profiteer Tammy (Sarah Paulson); and the
low-level jewelry designer Amita (Mindy Kaling). All agree to whatever vague plans Debbie divulges early on, both because her rep’s good (save for that whole interlude in prison) and because the financial benefits are tempting. When Debbie later reveals what she’s been preparing in exposition style, her confidence is palpable. The location of the heist will be the exclusive, high-security Met Gala event. The victim will be Daphne (hilarious Anne Hathaway), a spoiled actress. The prize will be priceless jewels to be worn by the latter at the party. The “in” will be provided by Rose, who fortuitously gets the actress to agree to have her design her clothing. Everything in the film moves about evenly and coolly. Even when probable obstacles come out of the woodwork, we never have any doubts that these cunning ladies will get away with it. That’s part of the reason the “Ocean’s” movies have dazzled to begin with: audiences love to subversively see bad guys win. In contrast to the majority, I’ve never been quite so taken with the “Ocean’s” movies. While enjoyable, the certainty that the criminals will get exactly what they want, with few hitches, is so overwhelming that urgency has consistently been lacking. “Ocean’s 8” is no different. Though we’re impressed by its execution and reliably thrilled by its offerings, the unbearable suspense that comes with skepticism is missing, therefore enforcing unintended weightlessness. But all the “Ocean’s” movies have suffered from this. Insubstantial as it may be, then, “8” is still terrific fun. These actresses are distinctive and have great chemistry, and their appeal is thankfully enough to carry the movie, which, ultimately, gets the job done. Even if the sneaking suspicion that it could have been better is hard to ignore. A student at the University of Washington, Blake will major in Visual Communications or Journalism. petersonreviews.com
Get Puzzled...
A Wordoku Puzzle Challenge - not for the faint of heart
How to solve wordoku: Only the center (gray strip) forms a word, the rest maybe do/don't. List all letters shown in the grid. O, L, E, A, N, S, T, C, I.) Make sure each 3x3 square region has one of these letters with only one occurrence of each letter in each region. Hint: The shaded word is water related. (Answer on page 11)
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BOW-TIE BASH • JULY 7th
Don't miss this year's 26th Annual "Bow Tie Bash" car show, on Commerce Avenue in Downtown Longview! Saturday, July 7th, join the others as you check out hot rods, antiques and every kind of car imagineable. [See ad p.3]
By Paddy Elkins Valley Bugler Columnist Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer! Well, it's officially here! SUMMER VACATION. School's out. Daylight Savings Time is in operation yielding longer, lighter days and fabulous opportunities to wander outside and partake of any one of a myriad of outdoor activities: Swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, mountain-climbing, sight-seeing, touring local hot spots, picnicking, etc. Personally, I am looking forward to attending Church Camp soon. The Lord provided us with a way to purchase a lovely motor home from a dear friend, and this will be our first time taking it to Church Camp. (Fort Stevens). Our friend, Chrissy, is coming along, and we'll be bringing Tucker, our little dog, and enough food to keep all of us fed and happy for several days. Looking forward to some BBQ'd hotdogs, ala Steve, and to playing our favorite card game, "Quiddler" out at the picnic table.
And maybe Scrabble, if I can find someone with a couple of hours to spare. And there are always Debbie Macomber books. I have stocked up on them at Goodwill as well as several other good "Summer Reads" that have been recommended to me by friends or family. We just returned from Nashville, Tennessee, where I sang at my sister's wedding. She married a man named Tom Hanks. Yes, really. I have discovered that he is the REAL Tom Hanks. (The other one is evidently just an actor!) Their wedding was June 9th, right in the middle of the Country Music Festival in Nashville. I can now truthfully say that I sang at Tom Hanks' wedding during the Country Music Festival at Nashville. (Not that my resume needs anything else weird on it...) One thing that cracked me up in Tennessee was a huge sign stretched over the freeway that said: BUCKLE UP, Y'ALL. Anyhoo, hope y'all are having a wonderful summer, too! Don't forget the mosquito repellent and the sunblock! Always swim with a buddy and take good care of yourselves. Until next time... Enjoy! Paddy Elkins invites your feedback! You may Email her at: paddyelkins@gmail.com or call her at 360-751-5231.
Now Enrolling Head Start Free preschool for 3-5 year olds
Head Start/EHS/ECEAP, offered through Lower Columbia College, is now enrolling for their preschool, ages 3-5 years old. It's never too early to get a Head Start on your child's education. Free preschool for 3-5 year olds, and services for pregnant women through 3 year olds can be aplied for online: lowercolumbia.edu/head-start Services include: • Education • Family Support • Health & Nutrition Head Start and ECEAP serves families in Cowlitz County whose income is below the Federal/State Poverty Guidelines and children with special needs. Classes are located in 9 different centers in Cowlitz County. Local programs consist of part day services, 3.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week, and run September to June. Full day services are 6 hours a day, M-F and run September to June. Committed to building healthier communities by providing school
readiness to each child through: • Working together with each parent/guardian in their role as the primary nurturer and educator of their child • Nurturing each child's and family's unique qualities and potential • Partnering with families; building upon their strengths • Creating an environment that promotes respect, diversity and growth • Collaborating with community partners in Cowlitz County Early Head Start is a federally funded free program that serves pregnant women, infants and toddlers through weekly home visits. It promotes healthy pre-natal care and healthy attachments and development for children from the earliest stages. "Our vision is that families be empowered to make a positive difference in their lives and in the community where we all live, work and learn." Call 360.442.2800 for more info.
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5 Tips to take Pets on Trips (Family Features) If your next big excursion is on hold until you can make arrangements for your four-legged friend, a solution may be closer than you think. Pet-friendly accommodations can be easier to find than ever, making it possible to simply take your pet along for the ride. According to a survey by travel website Orbitz, almost one-third of pet parents say they skipped a trip to stay home with their pet. In fact, 40 percent of survey respondents said they would travel more often if they had convenient, affordable pet sitting or boarding. If you can’t find someone to watch over your fur child, rely on these tips to travel with your pet in tow. Opt for Travel by Car Although several airlines now offer pet-friendly fares, traveling by car is often less expensive and allows you to keep your pet with you at all times. That puts you in control of necessities like food and restroom breaks and lets you create a comfy resting place for your pet to snooze while on the road. Seek Pet-Friendly Destinations
According to the survey, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Washington D.C., Chicago and Houston top the United States for locations with the most petfriendly hotels. Travel websites make it easy to find hotels that will happily accommodate your pet. For example, Orbitz allows users to book airfare, car rentals, tours and activities, as well as searching for pet-friendly hotels. As an added benefit, members of the rewards program can earn rewards. Consider Nearby Attractions Not only is a pet-friendly hotel a necessity, you’ll also need to consider local attractions. A dog is likely to appreciate nearby parks and lakes for exercise and fresh air, but there may also be pet-friendly restaurants and venues in the city you choose to visit. Pay Attention to Reviews Fellow travelers have become one of the most valuable resources in contemporary travel. Their insight often helps set realistic expectations. Reading reviews and learning from others’ experiences then adjusting your plans accordingly prior to your trip can help
you plan a rewarding vacation for both you and your pet. Take Time to Call Ahead Even pet-friendly facilities have specific guidelines and expectations, so it’s a good idea to call ahead to ensure everyone is on the same page. This also allows you to inquire about the availability of special amenities you may require, such as a litter box for a feline traveling companion.
Plan your next trip and find more petfriendly travel resources at Orbitz.com. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.
WORDOKU ANSWER FROM P.9
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