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From the Editor’s Desk Spring, Spring, Spring! Well now, the barnyard is busy, in a regular tizzy, And the obvious reason is because of the season, Ma Nature's lyrical with her yearly miracle, Spring, Spring, Spring! For some reason each year, the lyrics to the above song from the musical, 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' runs through my mind as I publish this issue. One of my all time favorite musicals, complete with cheesy songs including this one. ☺ I'll take the cheese. Along with the sunshine and life that accompanies March. Daffodils, crocus and other early bloomers are poking their way out of the ground, providing a beautiful breath of fresh air. Desperately needed after our horrible winter. Snow, ice, landslides and wind storms have been our constant companion. We are ready for the sweet spring breezes and warming sunshine. Gardens are receiving a preparatory shake down by green thumb enthusiasts and probably being stared at by the procrastinators. Which camp are you? I'm in the "I'll do it when I can find the time and it's not cold out" camp. Which means I'm in the procrastinator camp. I admire those who are out there right now, getting their hands dirty. My Christmas lights just came down, so yeah... As the grass is starting to grow, and the 'green' is coming back to life, this is the perfect issue to speak
about Green Living. Now, don't roll your eyes, Green Living is the practice of sustainability and environmental awareness. We should all be concerned with such things. There are many different ways to be successful with your own eco conscious practices. First thing to consider is what you are doing now. Do you use environmentally friendly products? Do you buy some organic foods, produce or milk? Do you recycle as much as you can? Do you cultivate a garden of any size? Do you have native plants, trees and shrubs on your property, if you own? Container pots? Support services from companies that are eco-friendly? Take what you're currently doing, and try adding one new thing. Why not? What's the harm? There really is no harm, other than your lifestyle changing a bit. In our home, I'm trying to cut down electricity consumption. A huge commodity, and an expensive one at that. I purchased magnetic heat vent covers to go over vents in the bedrooms during the daytime. They don't need heating. Another thing I have done is to lower the heat temperature, and encourage the kids to bundle up if they're cold. It's helped my pocketbook and we have survived just fine. ☺ One of my favorite ways to contribute to healthy living is raising a garden. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is the payoff at the end, but the physical benefit of working outside and digging in the earth is a payoff as well.
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The plants that I have living inside the house provide healthy oxygen, helping keep the interior air clean. Clean air can help with asthma, allergies and other breathing related problems. Cleaning out those furnace ducts will also help with keeping the air you breathe clean. Spring cleaning is another item that usually comes up for bid during this season. Instead of hauling unwanted things to the dump, consider listing in a garage sale, bringing to the Goodwill, or posting availability on one of the many FaceBook sites. You know what they say, "One person's junk is another person's treasure."
And that's ok. It's a part of the reducing, reusing and recycling principle. After all, this planet was the only one we were given. It should resonate within us to take care of the environment around us, and the beauty that God has for us within. So as you celebrate St. Patrick's Day, renown for its "green-ness", take a moment to see how "green" you really are. Until next month. Michelle Myre Publisher / Editor
Happy Spring, dear readers!
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Dishing up a Taste of Italy on March 25th! At Left: Pioneer Lion volunteers, Ken Botero (far left), Cindy Sessions (middle) and Sharon Sisson (right) serve up laughter as a side dish during the Pioneer Lions “Taste of Italy” spaghetti dinner fundraising event. Sessions' famous spaghetti sauce is always a highlight. Photo provided by Lions Club.
Columbian Artists Spring Art Show Submit art by March 13, and visit the display It’s that time of year again and the Columbian Artists Association 41st Annual Spring Art Show will open Saturday, March 18th and will continue through April 2nd, open daily 11am to 5pm. The Show this year is again being held at the Three Rivers Mall, Kelso, Washington. Opening reception is Saturday, March 18th, from 2 to 4pm, with awards presentation at 3pm. Refreshments will be served. This is an opportunity to drop by and meet some of the talented area artists from seven regional counties. The Art Show will occupy a spacious storefront near Macy’s. The space is open and light, presenting an ideal venue for displaying the multifaceted talent of regional artists. It’s an inviting area drawing many people in to appreciate the talent. Last year the show included over 40 artists displaying approximately 100 paintings. This year the show has expanded to include three-dimensional art also. It is a judged and juried show with cash awards presented in each of several categories. In addition, sponsor awards are presented by local businesses and organizations. People attending the show will be able to vote for their favorite painting, and the “peoples’ choice” award will be presented at the end of the show. Be a part of the local art scene and cast your vote for that favorite painting! The Columbian Artists Association is pleased to present Beth Bailey as this year’s featured artist. Her exhibit
Featured artist, Beth Bailey (pictured above) will have an exhibit at this years Art Show, including the above painting.
emphasizes her love of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Since her and her husband love sailing, many of the pieces will be related to their travels. The image for the Show poster (above) was painted from a photograph taken during the Memorial Day Regatta for the Cathlamet Yacht Club. Bailey was pleased to have her illustration of the Astoria Column purchased by the mayor of Astoria as a gift to the mayor of Waldorf, Germany. Her banner designs were selected two years in a row for the City of Longview, and the City of See ART SHOW, continued on p.5
By Michelle Myre It’s time to gather the family, call all the friends, and mark your calendar for the most fabulous (and extremely satisfying) fundraiser! A Taste of Italy • March 25th All You Can Eat! Get ready to fill your plates with unlimited pasta, salad and bread. Longtime Pioneer Lions member, Cindy Sessions, will be making her award-winning secret pasta sauce, so be sure to bring your appetite. Mark your calendars for March 25, A Taste of Italy held at the spacious St. Rose Parish Center in Longview from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. Also at the Taste of Italy, will be a plethora of raffle goodies that you have a good chance of walking away with at the end of the night. That being said, you don’t have to be present to win, so perhaps a winning phone call would be in your future... Past years have boasted coveted raffle items, such as a Coach hand bag, Betty Crocker Cooking Sets, and a brand new tool set with tool-
box. This year’s gift baskets are still a secret, and have been lovingly put together or donated by business members of the community, and Pioneer Lions members. One ticket in the raffle equals one entry for the basket of your choice. And there are many. Choices, that is. The more tickets that you put into the basket drawing, the greater your chances of winning. All proceeds go towards the scholarship fund, which this event has been designed for. The Taste of Italy was created to give back to the student community of Longview. All proceeds from the dinner ticket and raffles are donated to the Pioneer Lions Scholarship program. Each year, hundreds of people show up to take part in supporting a local charity that is giving back to our area students. Last year, over $7,500 was raised, with $3,000 alone from raffle ticket sales. Don’t miss this years yummiest fundraiser in town!
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Voices of Woodland The many FaceBook news and info pages of Woodland Often Portland and Seattle news is too broad to tell us what's happening right here in Woodland. But now, through Facebook, Woodland residents have a way to find out what's going on around them, as it happens. Woodland's first Facebook page, Voice of Woodland, lists 3000 followers. The page has no admin, or person/group to control posted content, so some readers have dropped away to avoid the virtual town hall that is sometimes filled with bickering, opinions and name-calling. But the desire for local news, as it happens, remains.
If one voice is good, more are better, right? Whenever some readers believe they have a better idea, a new Woodland Facebook page is born. There are now Woodland pages to suit many styles. Voice of Woodland II came along next, a page with an admin to keep out unwanted messages and drama. One of the newest pages, Woodland Washington Community Chat, seems to be about posting questions and asking advice. Another is the New Voice of Woodland. Cowlitz County News covers the entire county and often contains news about Woodland. Sarah Rae Davenport started this page, and three admins assist her. "These groups," Davenport said, "are a major change in the culture of news information." People want the news as it happens, and many visit local Facebook pages rather than waiting to read about a story the next day. According to Davenport, many local papers use these groups to gather information for their
stories. Follower Tenievel Hansen says, "I follow most Woodland pages and groups. I like to feel informed." Admin Bill Josh likes to share a lot of content to let people know what's going on around them. To join Woodland pages that have an admin, just go to the Facebook page, click "join," and agree to the rules stated in the page description. The admin will do a quick scan of your profile before allowing you to become part of the group. These pages aren't just for news. Buying or selling? There's the Woodland Swap and Sale, a handy way to find what you're looking for, close to home. Woodland WA Kids Resale is a great place to stretch your budget, and Woodland WA Virtual Garage Sale lets you find treasures in your community, year around. Lost your dog? Found a wandering goat? Can't locate your car? Go to
The
Woodland WA's Lost Found and Stolen. Not only can the community help find your lost dog, but you can post your reunion photos with Fido. The timeliness of the posts makes finding your lost pet or possession more likely. Are you looking for information for or about children? Woodland Strong and Woodland School District Parents Community are child and schoolcentered. Parents and others also enjoy Woodland Rocks, the page that tracks painted rocks that play hide and seek around town. People have different needs, and now there are many Facebook pages where you can hear the voices of your community and where your voice can be heard. Pat Nelson, is co-creator of three humorous and sometimes edgy anthologies: ‘Not Your Mother’s Book: On Being a Parent’ (Amazon.com & retailers); On Being a Grandparent; and On Working for a Living.
Lighter side ☺
RUNNING BULL Warren, a farmer, asked the vet to come out to check on his favorite bull who wasn't doing well at all. After checking the bull's vital signs, the vet reached in his black bag and pulled out a rather large pill. He forced open the bull's mouth and crammed the pill down his gullet. Suddenly the bull jumped up and took off like a banshee, jumping every fence in his way. The vet exclaimed, "Well, looks like your bull is healed!" Warren replied, "Now give me one of those pills. I've gotta catch him!" PUBLICIST FOR MOSES Moses: "How are we going to get across the sea? The Egyptians are close behind us!" General of the army: "Normally, I'd recommend that we build our own
bridge to carry us across. But there's not enough time for that." Admiral of the navy: "Normally, I'd recommend that we build barges to carry us across. But time is too short." Public relations officer: "I don't have a solution, but I can promise you this: If you can find a way out of here, I'll get you two or three pages in the Old Testament!" MISSING HOMEWORK "Vernon, where's your homework?" Miss Martin said sternly to the little boy while holding out her hand. "My dog ate it," was his solemn response. "Vernon, I've been a teacher for eighteen years. Do you really expect me to believe that?" "It's true, Miss Martin, I swear," insisted the boy. "I had to force him, but he ate it!"
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NATIVE TREE SALE • $1.00 - $3.00 each
Cowlitz Farm Forestry Association's Annual Native Tree sale is Saturday, March 18 from 8am - 4pm at Bob’s Sporting Goods Parking Lot by Hudson Street. The trees will cost between $1 and $3 and are bare root seedlings. Varieties include: • Douglas fir • Western Red Cedar • Spruce • Noble fir • Mock Orange • Red Osier Dogwood • many other native tree species. Sales are on a first come basis until stock is gone. The proceeds are used for Natural Resources youth and teacher education. This is a good opportunity to obtain native trees and shrubs at a very reasonable price. The trees are obtained in bulk quantities from nurseries in Oregon and Washington. Because most people can’t use a bag of 100 trees, we sell them individually. People can pick one or two trees from all the different kinds available. However, if you are interested in large quantity of trees, a good source is the Forest Seedling Network website. ForestSeedlingNetwork.com Many of the native species available are good for soil erosion or to help stabilize banks. By planting shrubs or trees accustomed to the Pacific Northwest, people are getting a good
guarantee for their money. Besides giving landowners an opportunity to purchase native seedlings, the sale proceeds are used for scholarships to local youngsters to attend natural resources camp such as Kelso Outdoor School and environmental training programs. Tree Seedling Planting Tips: The most important rule of thumb is “If they dry, they die” on the way from your purchase to home, and before you choose to plant. Keep everything moist. Transport the seedlings very carefully, and plant promptly. Ideally same day. If your seedling has gel around its roots, do not shake it off. It helps keep the roots moist. 1. Pick the right tree for the space and environment. Many species can grow very large, and so can their roots. 2. Plant your tree right: Keep seedlings roots covered and moist, preferably inside a plastic bag covered with a wet cloth until ready to plant. 3. Dig hole about one foot deep, spreading roots as you fill hole with soil to the same depth as planted previously. Do not let roots turn up like "J". 4. Firm soil around roots to remove air pockets. Keep weed and grass free for 2-3 years. During the first year, there is no need to fertilize; however, watering during any dry spells is desirable. 5. Provide protection from munching animals and the environment with using tubing or bud caps. You might need a barrier. 6. Try using mulch around the seedling as a way of giving the soil good moisture control and nutrients. 7. Enjoy your new baby tree!
VETERANS BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR SENIOR LIVING SEE INFO ON PAGE 7
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Annual Fundraising Banquet & Auction March 11th RMEF BANQUET • March 11th It’s time to gear up and get ready to enjoy one of the most anticipated fundraisers of the season - the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Banquet. Firearms, High Quality Merchandise, and FUN await those attending. Located at the Cowlitz County Expo Center, this will be a fast paced, high energy banquet, and the winning will begin as soon as the doors open at 4:30pm. Military heroes have a special raffle just for them. Additional special raffles will have you salivating for more. Such as Guided Salmon/steelhead trips, 8 foot chainsaw carved bench, Kohler generator, Capstan Honda winch, and numerous firearms and hunting equipment. Tbere will also be a special youth raffle, games and a learning event— Plant identification and skull identification. Why do we do this? 90% of funds go directly to the mission of helping ensure the future of wild elk and our
hunting lifestyle. Things tend to get a little lively and it only happens one night per year, so don’t miss it! Info (360)636-6148 Randy Hall http://rmef.org The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s mission is ‘ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage’. Founded in 1984 by four hunters from Troy, Montana, who wanted to ensure a future for North America’s grandest game animal. There are now over 500 chapters across the country.
ART SHOW, continued from p.3 the City of Rainier purchased her illustration as their city logo. Media of choice are pen & Ink and watercolor, but she also loves acrylics and printmaking. Bailey’s expertise extends to Photoshop/Illustrator for graphic designs and Dreamweaver for website design. Entries for the Show will be accepted Monday, March 13th, 10am to 5pm, at the show location in the
Three Rivers Mall. Open to artists 18 years and older from Cowlitz, Clark, Wahkiakum, Lewis and Pacific Counties in Washington; and Clatsop and Columbia counties in Oregon. See the Association website www.columbianartists.org for all entry information and forms.
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SUBMITTED BY GEORGIA COX MARCH 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 the new SENIOR YOGA starting at 8am! Exercise class will be from 9:30am-10:30am. Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday: Write Your Life Story group will meet in the Center from 1pm-3pm. 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. Pape Tole classes are offered from 1pm - 3pm. Every Thursday: Quilting projects will take place from 10am - 2pm 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 will be played from 1pm - 3pm. Please come and join in for a fun
afternoon. SPECIAL EVENTS: Tuesday, March 14th: Nancy Chennault, from the AIB team, will be the speaker to bring everyone up to date on the 2016 successes and a look into 2017 plans. Program begins at 11am, followed by a potluck lunch at noon. Please join us for this enjoyable time together. Thursday, March 16th: Commodities will be distributed from 10am - 1pm. Have a valid punch card. *On Saturday, April 8, there will be a "Senior Center Spring Cleaning" rummage sale. Watch for more information.
By Paddy Elkins Valley Bugler Columnist Springtime! Oh how wonderful to get out in the fresh air and sunshine again after a long, cold winter! What is your favorite season? Each season has its own unique beauty and appeal, to be sure, but there's just something extra special about Springtime, don't you think? It is interesting and inspiring that the seasons outside seem to mirror the seasons in our own lives. We have times of bleakness where everything seems to be receding and withdrawing, like in the winter months. The landscape is barren of leaves and colors. Snow covers everything and grey skies are the order of the day. We retreat into hibernation and get caught up on reading and resting. And then, suddenly - REBIRTH! Spring comes along and brings flowers, birds, butterflies, sunshine and life! The colors, light and sounds beckon us outdoors. And we are not disappointed. Every time we open our doors, we are greeted with birdsong, brightly colored flowers, the sounds of children playing outside, neighbors calling to each other over the fence... Life has returned. Hope has sprung up again, and we know we are going to be OK. We start to reconnect with
others. Personally, I can't wait to get out in the garden and plant some flowers. I love the promise of reaping what we sow. Whether it's flowers, fruits, veggies or FRIENDSHIPS, it's wonderful to glean benefits from time well-spent in the garden, and in the "garden of life". So get on out there! Open your door. Go for a walk in the fresh air. Greet a neighbor. Smile at a passing stranger. Hug a child. Plant a seed. Bask in the sunshine. Listen to the birds and the squirrels. The time for action has arrived. Get off the couch. Turn off the TV. Go join the ranks of the living. After all, it is Springtime! Don't waste one precious moment of it! Paddy Elkins invites your feedback! You may Email her at: paddyelkins@gmail.com or call her at 360-751-5231.
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He’s everyone’s ‘Saint Patrick’ Every year when March 17 rolls around, the “wearing of the green” is the order of the day. Both Irish and non-Irish celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Many people think that St. Patrick was Irish, when indeed it is not verifiable where he originated from. Most scholars believe, based on his own writings, that he was originally from southwestern Britain. Keep in mind this is during the 5th Century, and people living in present day English were Romanized Celts, or Britons. So, St. Patrick is more along the lines of a Celtic Briton, son of a low-level Roman official. Others believed that he was actually born closer to Scotland, probably in Kilpatrick. The year was 385AD. At about fourteen years old, he was captured during a raiding party and taken to Ireland as a slave to herd and tend sheep. Ireland at this time was a land of Druids and pagans. He learned the language and practices of the people who held him captive. During captivity, he turned to God in prayer. He wrote: “The love of God and his fear grew in me more and more, as did the faith, and my soul was rosed, so that, in a single day, I have said as may as a hundred prayers and in the
night nearly the same. I prayed in the woods and on the mountain, even before dawn. I felt no hurt from the snow or ice or rain”. Captivity lasted until he was twenty, when he escaped after having a dream from God where he was told to leave Ireland by going to the coast. He found some sailors who took him back home and he reunited with his family. He had another dream where the people of Ireland were calling out to him, “We beg you, holy youth, to come and walk among us once more”. So, he began his priesthood studies, was ordained a bishop and sent to take the Gospel to Ireland. Kings, their families, and entire kingdoms converted to Christianity when they heard Patrick’s message of the Gospel. (Found in Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John in the Bible.) Patrick preached and worked in Ireland as a minister for over forty years. There were many miracles and he wrote about his journeys often. St. Patrick died March 17th, 461AD, after years of living in poverty and traveling in poor health and suffering greatly. Most revelers know the often-told stories of St. Patrick The Patron
Saint of Ireland, that he explained the Blessed Trinity using a shamrock, and he drove the snakes out of Ireland (of course the debate goes on about whether there were snakes in Ireland). There is no record of him using a shamrock to explain Christianity, but the legend has prevailed through the test of time. Some missionary, if not Patrick himself, very likely Christianized the concept. This doesn’t seem to bother those in Ireland, and the shamrock remains the Irish National symbol. But do you know some of the more obscure facts and stories about Saint Patrick? * He is also the Patron Saint of Nigeria. Nigeria was evangelized primarily by Irish clergy. * He left behind some writings. His
own words may be read, either in the original Latin or in English translation, in his spiritual autobiographical “Confession.” This piece is a unique peek at the man behind the legend. * Though Scotland has often been set as the birthplace of Patrick, England, Wales, and a portion of France also lay claim. Many places also claim to be the burial spot of the famous saint. * If you would like your toast to be different on St. Patrick’s Day, you can drink to Maewyn Succat (believed to be his real name) or to Patricius or Patrizio as he was also known. So on March 17th, be sure to wish everyone a “Happy Saint Patrick’s Day” either in English or the Gaelic “La Fheile Padraig Sona Duit.” Pronounced phoentically: Lah Feheyelee Pah-Drayg Sonah Doo-eet.
‘May the Irish hills caress you. May her lakes and rivers bless you. May the luck of the Irish enfold you. May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.’ ~Irish Blessing
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All-purpose earth friendly cleaning fluid recipe - and cheap!
Organic Chemical Free Gardening Every year, thousands of chemicals are poured into the environment and millions of gallons of water are needlessly wasted. How? By growing plants. Sure, most of this is done by large agricultural producers, but some of it is still done in personal gardens. And that means that you can make a difference by changing your gardening practices. There are many agricultural producers who have done it, and you can use the same tricks to help your own garden; and the planet. Pick appropriate plants. Not all plants are appropriate for the area you live in. While you might be able to control the temperature, humidity, and rain conditions inside your house, you can’t do it out in the garden. If you pick appropriate plants for your area, you may be able to avoid using fertilizers and saving on water too. Research what plants are native to your surrounding areas and try planting them in your own garden. Utilize your southern exposure for sun loving plants or bushes, and the northern for shade. Wildflowers (are just that) can pretty much be left alone and will thrive in most areas. Pick natural repelling plants. You don’t need to rely on poisons to keep away garden ruining pests. Many plants produce chemicals that repel these animals naturally. By putting them in or around you garden, you can keep your garden safe with little effort and no chemicals. Plus, you can pick parts of these plants and use them to make products to keep them away from you too.
If you don’t want to plant natural repellents in your garden, you can use them to spray your plants without harming them or adding artificial chemicals to your garden. Many herbs like hot pepper, vanilla, and lavender can help repel insects from your garden. Pull weeds. We’re all looking for a quick and easy way to safely get rid of weeds without chemicals, but the good old fashioned way is still very effective. If you take time every day to pull the weeds you can find, you’ll only take a few minutes so it doesn’t seem like a lot of work. You can even get the kids involved, just be sure to do it properly so you don’t spread the seeds around. Mulching is a great solution to weed control as well. Crop rotation. Farmers all over the world use crop rotation to naturally fertilize plants. The concept is to change what crop you’re putting in a certain field each year. Plants use different nutrients and put other nutrients back into the soil. If you rotate crops that replace the nutrients the other plants use, you will have to fertilize the soil much less. You can use this same concept in your garden by planting different plants every year, or just rotating where you put specific plants in the garden. So, you’ve made all these changes and are using a low-water, chemical free garden? Congratulations. Share your knowledge with your children, and friends that want to learn more about environmentally friendly gardening.
A Green Living Tip from www.greenlivingtips.com Do you have spray bottles full of various cleaning chemical concoctions - a liquid for this, a potion for that? Here’s a recipe contributed by a Green Living Tips reader for an all purpose environmentally friendly cleaning fluid that’s very easy to make and costs well under a dollar a bottle! Thanks to Maureen R. for sharing this! Tip: While this is a tried and tested recipe made in green cleaning workshops, always spot test any cleaning fluid before going all out. Ingredients and supplies - 32 oz. (around 950ml) spray bottle - try to use a bottle made from recycled materials, or is recyclable. Maureen recommends #2 plastic. - water - White distilled vinegar. It should be vinegar made from grain or plant material. Believe it or not, some vinegar is synthesized from petroleum.. Yes, crude oil! It gives a whole new meaning to fuel as food. - Genuine lemongrass essential oil. Aside from helping to mask the vinegar odor (which dissipates naturally anyway), Lemongrass has anti-bacterial properties. For increased disinfecting power, you can use Tea Tree oil which also has anti-viral and anti-fungal properties, or even Lavender oil, which will leave everything smelling fresh and comforting, while cleaning. Some other nice combinations are Lavender and Tea Tree / Melaleuca. Note: While we tend to get a little paranoid about bacteria these days thanks to marketing messages that basically paint the presence of any bacteria as being ‘A Bad Thing’, if it’s an important issue to you, lem-
ongrass is a far more environmentally friendly option than chemicals like triclosan. These synthetic chemicals should really only be used in professional health care settings due to issues relating to bacteria becoming resistant when products containing chemicals such as triclosan are used excessively and/or incorrectly. - Earth friendly dishwashing liquid. This can be found in just about any supermarket. 7th Generation or any "Free and Clear" type noting on the package are perfect choices. The dishwashing liquid is necessary to clean mirrors and glass streak-free where commercial glass cleaners have been used previous. Many commercial window/glass cleaners have chemicals of a waxy nature in them; so when you switch to vinegar/water, there will be streaking unless you have the dish detergent in your cleaner. Once that build-up is gone, dishwashing liquid isn’t necessary. Cool, right? Method / Directions 1. Fill bottle half with water 2. Top it up with white distilled vinegar, but leave a little room for the additional ingredients and for shaking (1-2 drops of dishwashing soap) 3. 10-14+ drops lemongrass oil, and/or whichever combo you prefer. Just make sure that it is an oil well know for its disinfecting properties, such as Tea Tree, Lemon, Lemongrass or Lavender. If you find that you don't like the smell of one (smell it first before putting it in your cleaner or even purchasing it!!!!), then try another one. Lavender is a common oil used because it leaves a pleasant fresh scent that also is used to help create a calm atmosphere. Use to clean hard surfaces, and enjoy your nice smelling, non-toxic cleaner!! ☺
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Laughin' it up with Leprechauns Brothers Three An Irishman walks into a bar and orders three glasses of Guiness, drinking them one at a time. Noticing this odd ritual, the bartender explains that the beer goes flat when poured and informs the man his beer would be much fresher if he ordered one glass at a time. The Irishman explains he began this custom with his two brothers, who have moved to America and Australia, respectively. This is their way of remembering all the time they spent drinking together. The man becomes a regular at the pub, well-known for always ordering three beers at once. One day he walks in and orders only two beers. Assum-
ing the worst, a hush falls among other patrons. When the Irishman returns to the bar to order his second round, the bartender quietly offers his condolences. The man looks confused for a moment, and then explains, "No, everyone's fine. I gave up beer for lent." Potatoes An aging man lived alone in Ireland. His only son was in Long Kesh Prison, and he didn't know anyone who would spade up his potato garden. The old man wrote to his son about it, and received this reply, "For HEAVENS SAKE, don't dig up that garden, that's where I buried the GUNS!!!!!" At 4 A.M. the next morning, a dozen British soldiers showed up and dug up the entire garden, but didn't find any guns. Confused, the man wrote to his son telling him what happened and asking him what to do next.
His son's reply was: "Just plant your potatoes." Honest Man Reilly is walking through a graveyard when he comes across a headstone with the inscription "Here lies a politician and an honest man." 'Faith now,' exclaims Reilly, 'I wonder how they got the two of them in one grave. Boat troubles During St. Patty's Day one year, a blonde was trying out her new boat. She was unable to have her boat perform, travel through water, or do any maneuvers whatsoever no mat-
ter how hard she tried. After trying for over three days to make it work properly, she decided to seek help. She putted the boat over to the local marina in hopes that someone there could identify her problem. Workers determined that everything from the engine to the outdrive was working perfectly on the topside of the boat. So, a puzzled marina employee jumped into the water to check underneath the boat for problems. Because he was laughing so hard, he came up choking on water and gasping for air. Under the boat, still strapped in place securely, was the boat trailer...
Three Rivers Christian School Early Learning Open House! March 23rd • See ad p.7
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A Teenager is... A person who can't remember to walk the dog but never forgets a phone number. A weight watcher who goes on a diet by giving up candy bars before breakfast. A youngster who receives his/her allowance on Monday, spends it on
Tuesday, and borrows from his/her best friend on Wednesday. Someone who can hear a song by Madonna played three blocks away but not his mother calling from the next room. ☺☺☺ ☺☺☺ ☺☺☺ ☺☺☺ A whiz who can operate the latest computer without a lesson but can't make a bed.
A student who will spend 12 minutes studying for her history exam and 12 hours for her driver's license.
A person who is always late for dinner but always on time for a rock concert.
A youngster who is well informed about anything he doesn't have to study.
A romantic who never falls in love more than once a week.
An enthusiast who has the energy to ride a bike for miles, but is usually too tired to dry the dishes. A connoisseur of two kinds of fine music: Loud and Very Loud. A young woman who loves the cat and tolerates her brother.
A budding beauty who never smiles until her braces come off. A boy who can sleep until noon on any Saturday when he suspects the lawn needs mowing. An original thinker who is positive that her mother was never a teenager.
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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 - Thurs. noon at 3 Rivers Mall, Comm. Room. LONGVIEW - Thursdays. noon at JT’s. 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 meets the 2nd Friday of each month at the Winlock Community Building. Potluck 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m.. For info Post Commander Wendy Carolan 360-785-0929 or Adjutant Phil Carolan at (360) 785-0929. The FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION (FRA) Naval Service Veterans, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard. Lower Columbia Branch 363 meets 6:30 p.m., 2nd Friday, Longview VFW building, 4311 Ocean Beach Highway. Information: Ray Hegr (360) 425-6981 FLEET RESERVE AUXILIARY #363 meets the 2nd Friday of the month at the VFW Hall, 4311 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview. Potluck 6:30 p.m. meeting 7:30 p.m. Active, retired, or reserve status family members with the US Navy, Marines, Coast Guard. Info 425.4688. 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 the 1st Tuesday @ 7 p.m. at their Post Home, 101 Hansen Road in Toutle. For more information, contact John at 274.4350 or Nikki at 274.5263. TOLEDO VFW 3429, Reg. Meeting 1st Monday, Potluck at noon, meeting at 1 p.m. COWLITZ VALLEY VFW POST 1045, Tues. Bingo @ 6 p.m., 5 p.m. dinner; Auxilary mtngs at 11 a.m. every 2nd Wednesday. Breakfast for veterans served 1st Sat. of each month $6 each from 9 - 11 a.m. The COWLITZ VALLEY VFW LADIES AUXILIARY POST #1045 meets the 2nd Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the VFW Hall located at 4311 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview. For info or questions please call Ruby at (360) 577-0414 or Jeannette at (360) 414-4053. COWLITZ PRAIRIE GRANGE #737 meets 2nd Wednesdays 6:30pm potluck, 4th Wednesdays 7:30pm dessert. 5180 Jackson Hwy, Toledo, WA 864-2023 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 #953 2nd Tuesday, 1 p.m. 4th Tuesday, 6pm. Info & Hall Rental: Becky Molt 360431-3175 WOODLAND GRANGE #178 2nd & 4th Thursdays 6:30 p.m. Potluck, meeting @ 7:15 p.m. 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 at The Carriage Restaurant on 12th LONGVIEW EARLY BIRD LIONS meets at The Carriage Restaurant on the 1st Wednesday @6pm, 3rd Wednesday @6:45am. THE VADER LIONS CLUB meets the 1st Thursday @ 6 p.m. and the 3rd Thursday @ 7 p.m. at the club’s building on Hwy 506 in Vader for a potluck dinner and meeting. Info: 295-3087 or 295-3801. KALAMA LIONS CLUB Bingo 2nd Sundays @2pm; Kalama Community Bldng. 10 games $5; Coffee & soft drinks avail. 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. in Longview Kelso Kels Building. Call Richard (360)425-5876 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 Thursdays from 12 - 1 p.m.. 1st - Board; 2nd - Business; 3rd - Committee; 4th - Program; Lunch served for $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 at 10 a.m. the 4th Thurs. Jan. - November; Sept. - Oct. Due to holidays, Nov. & Dec. meetings are on the 3rd Thurs. Most mtngs Grace Lutheran Church in Longview. Info: 425-0755 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) meets Thursdays 9:30am, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 312 First Ave. Darlene: 703-5042.
Abernathy Assembly of God 702 Abernathy Creek Rd. Longview Phone: 360-636-1620 Website: www.AbernathyAoG.com Sunday Service 10:45 AM Apostolic Lighthouse 803 Vandercook, Ste 12, Longview Bible Study Tues 7:30pm Church Service Sun 2:30pm Pastor Mozingo (360)219-6109 Apostolic Lutheran Church 248 Cowlitz St. W., Castle Rock Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Church at 11 a.m. Information Dave Kandoll 295-3461
Worship Sunday 10:00 a.m. facebook.com/thefireside First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 2000 East Kessler Blv - Longview 360.425.4220 Rev. Eric Atcheson lvfirstchristian.org revericatcheson.blogspot.com Grace and Truth City Church 525 Third Ave SW – Castle Rock Pastor David Beer Worship 10:15am, 749-2289 Grace Bible Fellowship 300 S.10th Ave, Kelso Worship: Sunday 11:00am Bible Study 9:30 a.m. www.GraceIsReal.org (360)423-4035
Baha’i Faith Vader 360-751-2181 Packwood 360-494-4767 Longview 360-423-4105 Lutheran Church, MS Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Grace 2725 Dover Street, Longview Worship: Sunday 10:30am Bethany Lutheran Church www.Glcmslv.net 2900 Parkview Drive, Longview (360)414-4147 Office: (360)577-8240 Pastor Megan Filer Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Grace United Methodist Church, Vader, 295.3402 Castle Rock Christian Church Rev. Steven A. Caskey, pastor 542 Huntington Ave. S, Castle R. Sunday worship service – 12:15 p.m. Sunday school – 9 am (all ages) Potluck every 2nd Sunday Quilting on Mondays & Thursdays Sunday Worship – 10 am Dr. John Leffler, Senior Pastor 6th-12th Gr. youth Wed, 6-7:30 pm Highland’s Baptist Church 360-274-6771 M-F, 9:30a -1:30pm 371 20th Avenue 425-1960 Longview Call for home groups/studies Sunday School 9:00am www.cr-cc.org Worship Service 11:00am Pastor Larry Pedigo 703-2117 Castle Rock Church of the Nazarene 456 Pioneer Ave. NE, Castle Rock House of Prayer for All Nations Sunday School classes 9:30 a.m. 868 9th ave. Longview, WA Worship Celebration 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 AM Evening church service 6:30 p.m. Morning Service 11:15 AM Women’s Bible study Th 10:30am Evening Service 6 PM Rev. Reo McBride, 274.6546 Heart of Mary Catholic Church Castle Rock First Baptist Church Immaculate Allen Street, Kelso 211 Front Ave. NW, Castle Rock 2200 (360) 423-3650 Pastor Joel Royce 274-4113 & F Daily Mass 12:15 PM Sun Bible Study all ages: 9:45am M Sat Vigil Mass 5:30 PM Worship 11a.m. Women’s Bible Study: Wed 1:30pm Sunday Mass 10:30 AM Cowboy Church: Last Sat.; 3-6pm Kalama Baptist Church, Castle Rock Church of Nazarene Pastor Wes Eader 456 Pioneer Ave NE, Castle Rock 112 Vincent Rd, Kalama WA (360)274-6546 9:45am - Sunday School Pastor Reo McBride 11:00am - Worship Sunday Service: 10:45am www.kalamabaptist.com Sunday School: 9:30am Call 673-5570 Children’s Service: 11:00am Sunday Eve Service: 6:00pm Kelso First United Methodist Church Women’s Bible Study: Wed 6:00pm 206 Cowlitz Way, Kelso Contemporary Service 9:00 am Castle Rock United Methodist Sunday School 9:20 am 241 First Street, Castle Rock Traditional Service 11:00 am Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed: Children (Grade 1-12) 5:30-7 pm Worship 10:55 a.m. Sunday Pastor Vonda McFadden Youth Group: Sundays 2 p.m. 360-423-7480 Rev. Pam Brokaw - 274.4252 www.kelsofirstumc.org Central Christian Church 401 Crawford St., Kelso Worship -11am, school @ 9:30am Wednesdays @ 6pm (Youth @ 6:45 Bible Studies - many available Russ Tevis, Minister 360-425-3420 Church Office Community of Christ, Longview 202 Delaware Street Pastor Sharon West Classes all ages: 10:00am Worship Service: 11:00am Church of Christ 300 St. Helen’s St., Toledo, Wa Sunday Bible Class 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. John Gadberry, Minister 360-274-8570 Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2218 E. Kessler Blvd. - Longview Sunday Worship - 8:30am Sunday “Celebration” - 11 a.m. Thursday Worship - 6:30 p.m. Pastor David Martin, Senior Pastor Church office - 360-423-3250 www.elclongview.com Faith Fellowship Lutheran Brethren; Church 210 Fishers Lane, Kelso Pastor Chris Leingang Worship at 10:00am www.fflbc.org Church Office (360) 425-4390 Fathers House Church 1315 Commerce Ave, Longview Worship Sundays: 9am, 10:30am Pastor Chuck Tilton 423-7826 www.FathersHouseChurch.com Fireside Fellowship 271 Atmore Road, Toutle
Lexington Bible Fellowship 98 Garden Street, Kelso (Lexington) Sunday school @ 9:45am Sunday worship @ 11am Pastor Jerry Hancuff www.lexingtonbible.org Life Center Corner of Rock & Pine in Centralia Sundays at 10:30am or Oyler Rd & Hwy 12 in Ethel Sundays 9:00am 360-736-5898 www.yourlifecenter.com
New and Living Way Church 951 Delaware St., Longview Sundays 10am & 6pm Wednesdays 7pm 703-3340 newandlivingwaychurch.org Oak Point Community Church 445 Oakpoint Rd, Longview Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Thursday Bible Study 7 p.m. Pastor Doug McMurray #577-6037
The Rock Meeting at 1955 Huntington Ave S, Castle Rock Worship 10 a.m. every Sunday Wednesday @ 7pm Service Pastors Jerry & Angie Hughes 274.7480 Rose Valley Friends Church 1437 Rose Valley Rd. Kelso 360-425-3222 Church Office 9:30am Sunday School Hour for all 10:45am Worship Service 5:00pm - 7:00pm Valley Youth Group 6-8pm Wednesday-JValley Youth 6-8pm -Sunday-JValley Youth Ryderwood Community Church,
315 Jackson St. PO Box 161, Ryderwood, Pastor Bill Bowlby, 360-295-3962 Service Opportunities 11 am Sunday
St. Mary Catholic Church 120 Powell Rd., Castle Rock 274.7404 W & Th Daily Mass 8:30A Sunday Mass 8:30A St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 412 Pioneer Ave., Box 1467 Castle Rock Worship 10 a.m. Sunday - 274.9393 St. Paul Lutheran Church 312 First Ave. SW, PO Box 847, Castle Rock 274.6604 9 & 11am Sunday Worship. Adult Study & Sunday School 10:10am Tues 10:30am Text Study Wed: 5:30pm Youth Group Wed: 7:30pm Adult Bible Study Pastor Bob Sinclair St. Rose Catholic Church 2571 Nichols Blvd Longview, WA 360-425-4660 The Salvation Army Church 1639 10th Ave, Longview Sunday School @ 9:45am Holiness Meeting @ 11:00am 360-423-3992 St. Stephens Episcopal 1428 - 22nd, Longview WA Office: (360)423-5600 Sunday Worship: 8:00am & 10:00am www.sslv.org Seventh Day Adventist Church 7531 Old Pacific Hwy -Castle Rock Worship 11 a.m. Saturday Pastor Ben Moore 274.6090
Seventh Day Adventist Church 77 Solomon Road, Kelso WA Office: (360)423-7344 Saturday Worship: 11:05am Pastor Marcia Stone journeyadventist.com Living Hope Church 2711 NW Andreson, Vancouver Stella Lutheran Chapel 11:00am Sundays 124 Sherman Road, Longview Pastor Dean Jenks (360)944-3905 Pastor Carol Plummer Sunday Worship 10:00 am Longview Church of Christ Office (360) 423-3795 (Wed. Only) 2219 50th Ave. Sunday Bible Class Toledo New Life Assembly of God 9:30, Sunday Worship 10:30 Pastor Larry Hartwick 420 Silver Street, Toledo 864-4366 Worship: Sun. @ 10am, Wed. @ 6pm Longview Church of the Nazarene Dinner on Wednesdays @ 5:15pm 814 - 15th Ave, Longview Food Bank: Last Tue/Wed of month Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Toutle Christian Fellowship Celebrate Recovery Thurs at 6 p.m 5067 Spirit Lake Hwy – Toutle 360-577-1100 Worship Service Sunday 10 a.m. Pastor Adam VanGorp Longview Community Church, 2323 Washington Way - Longview www.toutle.org (360)274-6305 Contemporary Service 8:45 a.m. Sun. Vader Assembly of God Church Traditional Service 11 a.m. Sun. 302 - 6th St., Vader (360)295-3756 Pastor John Williams 423.6380 LongviewCommunityChurch.org Pastor Tracy Durham Sunday Worship: 10:30am & 6:00pm Longview Presbyterian Church Wed. Adult Study, Kidz Church: 7p.m. 3808 Pennsylvania St., Longview Worship and Children’s Class: Valley View Church of God Sundays at 10am 1435 - 33rd Ave, Longview WA Pastors Dexter & Liz Kearny 577-8951 Pastor Dwayne Cothron www.longviewpresbychurch.net (360)636-6787 Worship Sundays @ 10am & 6pm Longview Pentecostal Church 4333 OB Highway, 636-0580 Word of Life Christian Center Sunday School 11am, Worship 12pm 277 Brown Rd. E, Chehalis Bible Study Wed 7pm, Youth Fri. 7pm Sunday 9:45am / Wed 7pm Study Pastor Perry Hanchey 360-864-4407 / 360-523-8828
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Movie Reviews By Blake Peterson
LEGO Batman Directed by Chris McKay Voices: Will Arnett, Zach Galifianakis Running Time: 1 Hr., 30 Mins., PG My Rating: B-
The highly anticipated sequel, “The LEGO Batman Movie”, was written by no less than five screenwriters, and that’s no surprise. Carrying its predecessor’s clever self-referentiality but not its effortless ability to induce wheezing, oftentimes tearful laughter, it’s more manufactured product than blockbusting comic masterpiece. Smartly manufactured product, mind you, but manufactured product all the same. And nothing pieced together on an assembly line ever really satisfies. Stuffed wall to wall with both sight and verbal gags, self-effacing cracks, and sniggering one-liners, “The LEGO Batman Movie” makes for an odd case. It’s in on the joke that it exists purely to lift the money lining the pockets of parents around the world, but it also can’t help but resist eventually trading its barbed knowingness for the formulaic middle and final acts to have similarly characterized other films resting in the Batman cannon. Consider it intelligent and hackneyed, like an “Avengers” movie that still manages to get trapped in a finale that we’ve indefinitely seen before. The film isn’t without its charms, and its comic sophistication gets it far, if not as luminously so as the 2014 masterstroke that came before it. “The LEGO Batman Movie,” gives “The LEGO Movie” side character Batman (voiced by Will Arnett) his own movie. With direct references to every single undertaking within the Batman world, (there are even jabs aimed directly at the Adam West starring series of the 1960s), it is simultaneously a spoof and a universe expansion. Here, the action is centered
around Batman's attempts to thwart his greatest rival, The Joker (Zach Galifianakis), and around the controversial hiring of Barbara Gordon (Rosario Dawson), Gotham's new police chief. But the storyline is mostly a mechanism to keep all the jokes from getting whisked away into selfpleasuring aimlessness. What the film’s really about is Batman’s determination to stay an antisocial loner for the rest of his life, and the in-themaking deconstruction of his inability to form meaningful relationships. Much of “The LEGO Batman Movie’s” comic output spotlights the humorous juxtaposition between Batman’s unyielding habit of taking himself much too seriously and the theatrical, almost slapstick, cheeriness of the people trying to integrate themselves into his life. Even The Joker wants his greatest combatant to admit that he needs him. Yet only the film’s first act matches “The LEGO Movie’s” awe-inspiring ability to make absurd, noticeably juvenile comedy radiant. It inspires more giggles than guffaws. And in comparison to the way the first “The LEGO Movie” had countless moments that evoked the stomach aches felt after seeing Lucy and Ethel’s chocolate factory mishap for the first time, “The LEGO Batman Movie” is merely canny. It knows exactly what it is, aware of its limitations and its capacity to get away with flavorsome silliness. But it’s also too dependent on predicability to allow for its wisecracks to really stick, and so we’re left smiling when our knees should be red from all the slaps that fell during the show. Here’s to hoping another sequel is kept on the shelf to curb further loss of freshness. A student at the University of Washington, Blake will major in Visual Communications or Journalism. petersonreviews.com
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Green Marketing: is your business eco-friendly? By Oscar Myre IV Valley Bugler Columnist Are you in marketing? Do you care about our planet? If yes, then I imagine that you thought about Green Marketing. I’ve seen a lot of companies jump on the green bandwagon. Being green can be a competitive advantage over your competitors in the marketplace. What is green marketing? There isn’t a gold standard here, there are various definitions and it is sometimes called eco-marketing or environmental marketing. The core to green marketing is that the product you are marketing and the way that you are marketing is environmentally safe. Some ways to describe green can include non-toxic, safe, biodegradable, carbon neutral, recycled, sustainable, re-used, etc etc. It is hard to quantify, but it is definitely a worthy cause. Here are 3 tips. 1. Define your green The most important part is to be authentic. If you care about making things better, define better. Doing better has a value of its own. 2. Communicate how green makes things better Green is good, share in your marketing how what you are doing and why it makes your product or services better. 3. Practice what you preach This third one might seem unnecessary, but after you define your green and share what you are planning, do it with integrity. Avoid Greenwashing at all costs. Greenwashing is marketing that is designed to trick customers into believing, a brand, product or company is eco-friendly. In a 2010 study, TerraChoice investigated the claims of 4,744 “green” products carried in stores across the U.S. and Canada, finding that more
than 95% of these products were guilty of at least one of what they call ‘The Seven Sins of Greenwashing’: 1. Hidden Trade-Off: Labeling a product as environmentally and focusing on the use of recycled content while hiding the use of toxic chemicals in manufacturing. 2. No Proof: You need to back up the hype with facts on the product and or website. 3. Vagueness: What does all-natural mean? What does safe mean? Give details. 4. Irrelevance: Somethings might be technically true, but completely irrelevant. An example of this is touting that a product is CFC-Free is great but they are illegal so no one uses them. 5. Lesser of Two Evils: One example of this would be saying organic cigarettes are better than X product. Organic cigarettes are still cigarettes. 6. Fibbing: Advertising something that just isn’t true. There are a lot of green badges, such as organic or energy star that is on products that haven’t been certified. 7. Worshiping False Labels: Implying that a product has an endorsement or certification that doesn’t actually exist, often through the use of fake certification labels. As the TerraChoice study shows, greenwashing is rampant, which makes it difficult to know who to trust. I encourage you to be honest and transparent. Green is important. Take care of our planet. ~:-) Additional Resource www.epa.gov/greenerproducts Oscar Myre IV is the head web developer at RAM Mounts in Seattle. Oscar enjoys playing outside with his kiddos and doing crazy mudruns. Visit rammount.com
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LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLERS PIN ‘EM DOWN AT STATE TOURNAMENT KALAMA'S JACOB POSEY (BLACK) LOOKS TO ESCAPE FROM ADNA'S BRAXTON DOWELL DURING THEIR 145 LB B DIVISION FINALS MATCH. POSEY WON 8-3 AND IS THE 2017 145 LB B DIVISION STATE CHAMPION
KELSO'S CHRISTIAN FREUND (GOLD) LOOKS TO SET UP A SHOT DURING HIS FINALS MATCH AGAINST N. CENTRAL'S GAVIN GIES. FREUND WON, TAKING THE 138 LB 3A STATE TITLE.
CASTLE ROCK'S JON ESLICK (RED) BATTLES DEER PARK'S GABE SANCHEZ (BLUE) AND CLAIMED 6TH PLACE IN THE 285 LB 1A DIVISION
WOODLAND'S ASHLYNN DAUGHERTY (GREEN) LOOKS TO TURN FEDERAL WAY'S ALEXANDRA PUZON (BLUE) WITH A HALF NELSON, & WON THE MATCH BY FALL TO CLAIM 5TH PLACE IN GIRLS DIVISION
Coach of the Year Award Joe Godinho, Castle Rock WA
Above Photo: Castle Rock head wrestling coach, Joe Godinho, is surrounded by his assistant coaches as he receives the 2017 1A Washington State Wrestling Coach of the Year Award. This is a high honor and special recognition for Coach Godinho, who serves in multiple ways for area youth, and the Castle Rock community. You can congratulate him yourself at his local store, 4 Corners Farm & Garden. All photos by Kevin Sawyer.
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Adorable Adoptee
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Ari is a large, muscular cat, with gorgeous markings, who was left to fend for himself when his owners moved. How can people be so cruel? This is a friendly, loving kitty who just needs a family again to love him and keep him safe. He is neutered, current on his vaccinations, microchipped and waiting for his new forever family. For more information about this boy, contact: rpaws.petfinder.org 673-7373
Meet 'Ari'
Good nutrition puts pets on track for better health (Family Features) When a beloved family pet experiences health problems, it can take a toll on the whole family. In some cases, it can take weeks or even months to identify the problem, and more importantly, where the solution lies. In some cases, the answer is as simple as changing what your pet eats. If you've always thought all pet foods were equal, think again. Veterinariandeveloped formulas, such as those offered by Diamond CARE, are created for pets with unique dietary needs but also provide affordable complete nutrition, without sacrificing quality or taste, so you can feed your pets the special diet they need for as long as they need it. Learn more about these common ailments that may be corrected with a new high-quality feeding regimen, and talk with your veterinarian about a treatment plan to get your pet back to better health. Sensitive Skin While a rash or other skin irritation can be an obvious sign that your pet has sensitive skin, other behaviors such as excessive scratching, biting and licking can also signal a problem. Identifying the cause is essential to bringing your pet comfort. Skin problems can also arise from poor nutrition. If your dog has skin sensitivities that might be related to diet or allergic skin disease, try a diet with hydrolyzed salmon as the single animal protein source. Ingredients such as omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids have also been shown to be beneficial to skin and coat health. Some sensitive skin formulas not only contain hydrolyzed salmon but are grain-free and made with peas to enhance the flavor and provide high-quality carbohydrates. Weight Management A few extra pounds on your dog or cat may not seem like a cause for concern, but too much weight can cause a long list of health problems. Just like humans, one of the best ways to counter a weight problem in pets is to adjust what they're eating. An option such as Diamond CARE Weight Management Formula for Adult Dogs or Adult Cats can help address your pet's weight issue without leaving it feeling hungry. Powdered cellulose, a source of insoluble fiber, helps your pet feel full, while L-Carnitine aids the body in metabolizing fat.
Talking with your veterinarian can help identify other ways to help your pet lose weight and also help you rule out any underlying medical concerns. Sensitive Stomach Though it may seem like it at times, not all dogs have cast-iron stomachs. A limited-ingredient formula that combines potatoes and egg protein is a good, easy-to-digest option for sensitive dogs. Other beneficial ingredients may include psyllium seed husk, a source of fiber, and probiotic strains that are native to the canine gastrointestinal tract. Learn more about healthy meal solutions for your pets at: DiamondCarePetFood.com/PetHealth
Understand the Ingredients Quality pet food isn't necessarily the most expensive option. The right choice for your pet is the food that delivers the right combination of ingredients and nutrition for your pet's special needs. The experts at Diamond CARE suggest looking for these preferred ingredients when you have a pet with unique dietary needs. * Limited ingredient products contain a narrow selection of high-quality ingredients and provide an alternative feeding option that still delivers complete nutrition. * Easily digestible protein refers to carefully selected, easily digestible, high-quality protein sources, such as egg protein, potato protein, lamb meal, chicken meal or salmon. In foods made for sensitive skin, you may see "hydrolyzed protein," which refers to a
protein source broken down into tiny pieces that is less likely to cause an allergic reaction. * Grain-free formulas contain ingredients such as potatoes and peas to provide an alternative to grains. * Antioxidant formulas contain guaranteed levels of zinc, selenium and vitamin E to support a healthy system. * Fatty acid blends combine omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids from sources such as sunflower oil, chicken fat, eggs or flaxseed, which help support a pet's healthy skin and coat.
* Probiotic strains are beneficial bacteria. Look for probiotics developed specifically for dogs and cats that are processed with high standards. * Fiber blends in weight management formulas help dogs and cats feel full, while blends of soluble and insoluble fibers in other formulas help support optimal digestion. * L-Carnitine is often added to weight management formulas because it helps the body metabolize fat. * Glucosamine and chondroitin, which promote joint health, may be
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