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A special section showcasing the ongoing work of service clubs, professional and fraternal organizations in north Clark and south Cowlitz counties. Contact: 360-687-5151 (Larry), [email protected]. CLUBS Elks announce their Veteran’s Dinner at their lodge Fri., Nov. 8, had Sea Scouts presenting flags of the different branches of the military, and 80 dinners were served to say thank you to vet- erans attending. On Wed., Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., the lodge will hold a memorial service to honor departed Elks #2589 members, open to the public at the address below. Their Christmas season be- gins with a Dec. 7 Annual Christmas Party for special ed- ucation children and their fam- ilies. The Battle Ground Jazz Choir and Shriner Clowns will entertain and attendees will enjoy games and lunch, Santa, and gifts for everyone. The Elks meet Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Visit www.Discov- erElks.org. Laura Leone, (360) 281-2687. Elks office, (360) 687-1230, Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon. Rentals of Lodge space is available. Battle Ground Elks LAURA LEONE The Singles’ 21st Annual Christmas Party & Dance is scheduled for Sun., Dec. 15, 2013 at The Eagles facility, 107 E. 7th St., Vancouver. A social begins at 5 p.m., buf- fet begins at 6 p.m. and music by Randy Burt starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $10 until Dec. 6, and $15 after. They mention the Eagles appreciate food donations at the door also. Call Marilyn Main, (360) 695-6222, or Tana Hart (360) 892-8944 for more information. The Singles welcome any- one over 21 to join their club, and provide opportunities to meet many new people and enjoy many new things to do. Activities include card play- ing in both public and private settings, group movie atten- dance, happy hours at a variety of restaurants, breakfasts, pot lucks, attending plays, dancing, hiking, billiards, concerts and much more. A potluck and “Robber’s Gift Exchange” are planned for Fri., Dec. 6, 5:30 pm at their regular meeting place, with a $10 limit on the gift. On Sat., Dec. 7, the Singles will gather for folk and Christ- mas singing with the Vancou- ver Folk Singers at 715 Grand Blvd., Vancouver, at 6:15 p.m. Call Ted, (360) 883-3030, or Nancy (360) 694-3419 for more information. The Singles meet on first Fridays, St. Luke’s Episco- pal Church, 426 Fourth Plain Blvd., 5 p.m. for a potluck. Singles events hotline is (360) 737-1219. 42+ Singles Club The Alliance is planning their huge 13th Annual Spring Show and Sale for south- west Washington artists to be held Sat., March 22 and Sun., March 23, at the Bat- tle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St. The Alliance touts the show as the largest in southwest Wash- ington. Recent original works will be on display, with much for sale. Prospective buyers will find oils, watercolors, acrylics, pho- tography, fiber, mixed media, sculptures, wood works, garden art and more to peruse. Entries will be accepted at the community center on Fri., March 21 between 9am and 1pm to be juried. A prospectus for art submissions is available on the Alliance website. Call or email the contacts below for more information. The Art Alliance meets in- formally on third Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at Old Towne Battle Grounds, 316 E. Main St., Bat- tle Ground, and quarterly at the Battle Ground Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground Village, Battle Ground. Beth Johnson-Burger, (360) 901- 3823, [email protected], www.bgartalliance.com., and on Facebook. Battle Ground Art Alliance BETH JOHNSON-BURGER The Thanksgiv- ing-Christmas sea- son is plenty busy for the Rotary. Last month, Rotarians visited primary and el- ementary schools to give dictionaries to each third grader. They also picked up litter on Hwy 503 Nov. 17 for the state Adopt-a-Highway program, and on their own pre- viously, cleaning litter from Onsdorff to Eaton boulevards. In early December, Battle Ground and Lewis River Ro- taries co-sponsor a Christmas party for the children of food bank clients. Presents, pur- chased by the Rotarians will be given to the children by Santa. The families will be treated to pizza and other goodies. Because of the holiday events, the only Rotary meet- ing will be Dec. 11, with guest speaker Dr. Scott Lubers of Youth Efforts Against Hunger (YEAH), and Dec. 18 calling a club assembly. Except for the monthly social, club meetings are Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., an- nex of the former Galeotti’s restaurant, 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. President: Mike Simpson, (360) 921-5362, [email protected]. Publicity: Gregg Herrington, glcbherr@ yahoo.com, Facebook: /Battle- GroundRotaryClub. Battle Ground Rotary MIKE SIMPSON On Thurs., Dec. 5, Greg Barcus hosts his annual Free Net- working Christ- mas Party from 4-7 p.m. At 304 S. Parkway Ave., where some Chamber mem- bers will attend. On Fri., Dec. 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Battle Ground Community Center, the Chamber co-hosts the Battle Ground Tree Lighting ceremony with the City of Battle Ground. They mention the Old Town Battle Ground First Friday event coincides (4-8:30 p.m.) with many business open and participating. They invite the public to “see what’s new in Old Town,” in an event that promises a good time. The Chamber will host their 9th Annual Holiday Luncheon on Thurs., Dec. 12, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p..m. at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St. The Luncheon is $35 for members and $40 for non-mem- bers. Businesses may inquire about table sponsorships. The Chamber regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m., at Cedars Golf Course, 15001 NE 181st St., Brush Prairie, WA. Crystal Chavez, (360) 687-1510, www. battlegroundchamber.org. Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce CARRIE SCHULSTAD Toastmasters welcome two new members, bringing their total now to 19. They announce they are seeing more visitors to club meetings also, and invite interested persons to the meet- ings at Rocky’s Pizza. They are currently in planning to streamline meetings and plan a White Elephant Sale to occur the week before Christmas. The Toastmasters meet Tues- days, 12 p.m., at Rocky’s Piz- za, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground, public welcome. For more information, contact Di- ane Edginton, (360) 882-8105, [email protected], http:// battleground.freetoasthost.com. GERRY DUNNE Battle Ground Toastmasters The Society an- nounces their new library hours as 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and sec- ond Saturdays. The library will be closed Dec. 21 to Jan. 7 for the holidays. The next monthly meeting will be Jan. 28, 10 a.m. Visit the website for class schedules. Fee for each Tues- day class (held at the library annex, address below) is $12 for members, $15 for non- members, with cash or check only accepted at the door. The Society asks for registration at least a week in advance (regis- tration instructions are online). The Society meets the fourth Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. at the library annex, 717 Grand Blvd., Vancou- ver, WA. CCGS Library, (360) 750-5688, www.ccgs-wa.org. Clark County Genealogical Society STEPHEN CORNICK The Daughters are asking mem- bers, and pro- spective mem- bers, to bring baked holiday goodies for a Christmas Cook- ie Swap at their next meeting. The Daughters meet the second Tuesdays, 11 a.m., at Smith-Reynolds American Le- gion, 4607 NE St. James Rd., Vancouver. Genealogical help is available to the public. Prospec- tive members may attend the meetings. Sue Mills, (360) 573- 5445, [email protected]. BARBARA HILKEY Daughters of the American Revolution The Daugh- ters will enjoy a Christmas potluck at their December 19 meeting at noon at the home of Bev Ervin, and members should bring a dish to share. Members may call Bev for directions, (360) 882-3332. The group meets the third Thursday of the month at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., be- ginning with Meals on Wheels lunch at 11:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Betty Davenport, (360) 687-3415. Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington JAYNE MCCARLEY The Longears’ officer elections and Christmas party happen at the same time, Dec. 14, and regular meetings start up again in January. The group meets third Mon- days, 7 p.m., at Jollies, located at I-5 and NE 179th St., Ridge- field. Fran Duncan, (360) 254- 3249, [email protected], Bob Burns, (360) 425-8029, Jacob Anderson, (360) 953-0956. BOB BURNS Columbia River Longears Lions’ agenda for December follows: Dec. 6—Steve Pringle from KINK-FM is guest. Dec. 13—Li- ons hold a special Christmas dinner meeting at The Quay in Vancouver, 6 p.m. Dec. 20—Christine Evoniuk from Trusted Transitions is guest. Dec. 27—no meeting. The Lions meet Fridays, noon, Bill’s Chicken & Steak House, 2200 St. John’s Blvd, Vancouver. Roy Pulliam, (360) 574-5440, (360) 608-3043, www.fortvancouverlions.org. ADAM HEGEWALD Fort Vancouver Lions Club December 7 is a big day for the Friends. A holi- day open house holds entertain- ment by the Celt- ic Duo and the Sprouting Seeds Choir, a reception for new li- brarian Kim McNally and a book sale in the Meyer Room from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. They ask the public to join in for a song, a piece of cake and a moment by the fire. Call for more information or visit their website. The Friends mention that, usually, Ben’s Books is open in the library whenever the library is open. The Friends meet the first Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., at the library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Anna Cross, (360) 687-5726, www.bgcfriends.com, [email protected]. Friends of the Battle Ground Library SARA STRIKER The Friends are involved in spe- cial children’s ac- tivities including “Mad Science: Spin, Pop and Boom” on Dec. 12, and “Ginger- bread Houses” on Dec. 19. They announce children’s storytimes at the library are postponed the week of De- cember 23 and will resume the week of January 6. The Friends will be support- ing storytimes at the library for all ages through December, however, they will not be meet- ing for business and resuming their club functions with the new year. The Friends meet first Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., at the library, 1411 E. Lockwood Creek Rd., La Cen- ter. Library, (360) 619-1800. Mary Riker, (360) 263-5066, [email protected]. Friends of the LaCenter Library TAMMY BRIGHTBILL GFWC mem- bers are taking a breather after two successful events in November. The Teen Truth assem- bly was success- fully informative for teens, and their Ladybug Ba- zaar exceeded expectations and broke new records. They will relax and enjoy a Christmas party at the home of Donna Cresap, with dinner, singing and games. The GFWC meetings are the second and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church, 14208 NE 249th St. Louise Tucker, (360) 687-3639, www.gfwc-battlegroundwa.org. GFWC—Battle Ground BONNIE WALDEN Lions are roar- ing with goodwill in December. They decorate a Christmas tree Fri., Dec. 6 from 3:45-5:30 p.m. at the La Center High School Commons for the La Center Senior Parents Tree Raffle at the school’s Holiday Bazaar. On Sat., Dec. 7, they partici- pate in Walk-n-Knock 8 a.m. to noon, with a collection site at the La Center Evangelical Free Church. They will also have a table at the Holiday Bazaar that day, raffling a Trek bicycle and handmade cedar planters, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The drawing for the raffle prize is that evening, 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 14 holds their annu- al Christmas party and gift ex- change, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the La Center Community Center. Lions will also be volunteer- ing gift wrapping services at the Vancouver Barnes & Noble on Wed., Dec. 18, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. They announce there is no meeting Dec. 18. The Lions meet the first and third Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., at the La Center Elementary School cafeteria, 700 E. 4th St., La Center. For information, contact president Mark Man- sell, (360) 263-4172. La Center Lions MARK MANSELL The Marine Corps League #826, new to The Reflector Clubs section, invites all Ma- rines and Fleet Marine Force corpsmen and chaplains to at- tend meetings. The Detachment works on fundraising, educa- tion and community participa- tion in helping service person- nel to re-adapt to civilian life. Meetings comprise of business first then gathering for personal discussion and sharing. The Detachment meets sec- ond Thursdays, Vancouver Elk’s Lodge, 11605 McGilli- vray Blvd., Vancouver, at the intersection of Chkalov and McGillivray, 6:30 p.m. Adjutant Wendy Baker, (503) 856-6697, [email protected]. Marine Corps League Columbia River Detachment #826 The Associa- tion has provided an early logging exhibit at the US Bamk in Yacolt as an effort for community out- reach. Call for more information. They are currently plan- ning their Annual Membership Meeting for Feb. 15. Members and friends are asked to donate auction and sales items for ma- jor fundraising activity. The Association has limited stor- age, but will accept new or like new items that are boxed and brought to the museum during open hours. They ask patrons to call to verify the donation. The Museum is located at 21416 NE 399th St, Amboy, WA. The Museum board of di- rectors meets the second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. The Museum is open Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. The Museum’s First Friday Open Mic begins at 7 p.m., open to amateur and professional singers alike, free, with donations accepted. Mu- seum events, (360) 247-5800. North Clark Historical Museum GEORGENE NEAL The Lions an- nounce they, along with other Lions, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and many other organiza- tions, will be fan- ning out over most of Clark County to collect dona- tions in the Walk-n-Knock food drive on December 7th. They remind that households will get a donation paper bag with The Reflector and Colum- bian newspapers for participa- tion in this huge event. They ask that if persons want to help beyond filling up the bag, contact Lions using the in- formation below. The Lions meet for dinner the first and third Mondays Sept. through June, 6:30 p.m., at the Ridgefield Community Center, 300 N. Main St., Ridgefield, WA. For more information, con- tact Steve Seymour, (360) 887- 8325, seymours@pacifier.com or George Espinosa, (360) 887- 8635, www.ridgefieldlions.org. Ridgefield Lions Club STEVE SEYMOUR The WTRA is joining with oth- er local clubs for an annual Christ- mas party to be held at the Clark County Saddle Club on Dec. 13. Call for more information. They announce that more rock has been placed on Battle Ground Lake trail systems and new metal rails are installed at the campground, as part of their efforts. The Riders meet every fourth Thursday for a 7 p.m. potluck and business meeting at the Clark County Saddle Club, 10505 NE 117th St., Brush Prairie. Fran Duncan, (360) 254-3249, [email protected], Barb Thomas, (360) 896-7123. Washington Trail Riders Association FRAN DUNCAN The Society’s annual Free Community Wreath Mak- ing Party will be Sun., Dec. 8, 1-5 p.m. at the schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St. They ask if attendees still have a grapevine wreath foun- dation from last year, to bring it to redecorate with fresh greens. Each person gets a foundation and bow upon entry. There will be raffles on gift wrapped items donated by lo- cal businesses, and a chance to win a Christmas quilt donated by Mary Jo Lewis, master quil- ter and instructor. All proceeds go toward fu- ture events and maintenance of the building. Hot cider, coffee and tea is provided. Visit www.venersborg. blogspot.com, “Historic Ven- ersborg Schoolhouse” on Face- book or call (360) 666-4829. Venersborg Historical Preservation Society KATHY HOLTBY The Freemasons have elected new officers, and Mark Sanders is now presiding officer. They have iden- tified three major activities they will volunteer for in 2014—the American Cancer Society North Clark County Re- lay For Life, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides cam- paign, and escorting the Mason- ic Family Float in the Harvest Days Parade. If curious about Freemason- ry, please contact via email or Facebook. The Masons Lodge meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. every month except July and August at Pioneer Grange, 3803 NE 199th St., Ridgefield. Silver- [email protected], www.silverstar286.org. Silver Star #286 Free & Accepted Masons MARK SANDERS The Society’s next meeting is Wed., Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Van- couver Heights United Method- ist Church, 5701 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver. Laura Ponce Ortiz Lipinski will speak about and display some of her art. Laura is a self-taught Van- couver native who enjoys ex- pressing herself through her award winning abstract art. “I was inspired late in life. Colors speak to me, whether bright or dark. I believe we are all artists,” she said. Laura’s beautiful abstracts are being shown at local venues. After a brief intermission, the annual Holiday Party will kick off with the Card Contest. Mem- bers will vote for their favorite cards and prizes will be awarded. Afterwards the card exchange will commence for those that participate in the card contest. The Society invites the pub- lic to attend, and share in the spirit of the season, enjoy lots of homemade holiday treats, and see the beautiful card de- signs created by the members. The artists meet the third Wednesdays, 10 a.m., at Van- couver Heights United Meth- odist Church, 5701 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver, just south of Devine and Mill Plain., Van- couver. Annie Knight, (360) 713-3943, Tammy Turner, tlt- [email protected]. Visit www.societyofwashington- artists.com, Facebook: /Soci- etyOfWashingtonArtists. Society of Washington Artists WANDA BREWSTER Due to the holi- days, the Lions club will only meet once during the months of No- vember and De- cember on the sec- ond Thursdays. The Club’s focus for Decem- ber is Walk & Knock, Sat. Dec. 7. They are still in need of volun- teers, and are pointing interested persons to www.walkandknock. org to register and volunteer. Food for the drive can also be dropped off at three loca- tions in Battle Ground—Ster- ling Bank, Riverview Bank and Les Schwab tire. Visait the website for directions. The second club event is Shopping for Seniors, where the club purchases needed items for seniors living in cen- ters in Battle Ground that do not have family. Lions welcome anyone to their meetings, and offer the public an opportunity to learn what Lions are about, and what they can do to help the community. The Lions meet the sec- ond and fourth Thursdays at Rocky’s Pizza restaurant in Battle Ground, 7 p.m. Contact Ken Steinke, (360) 687-7026, [email protected]. Battle Ground Lions Club KEN STEINKE Page A12 - The Reflector - December 4, 2013
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A special section showcasing the ongoing work of service clubs, professional and fraternal organizations
in north Clark and south Cowlitz counties.Contact: 360-687-5151 (Larry), [email protected]
Elks announce their Veteran’s Dinner at their lodge Fri., Nov. 8, had Sea Scouts presenting fl ags of the different branches of the military, and 80 dinners were served to say thank you to vet-erans attending.
On Wed., Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., the lodge will hold a memorial service to honor departed Elks #2589 members, open to the public at the address below.
Their Christmas season be-gins with a Dec. 7 Annual Christmas Party for special ed-ucation children and their fam-ilies. The Battle Ground Jazz Choir and Shriner Clowns will entertain and attendees will enjoy games and lunch, Santa, and gifts for everyone.
The Elks meet Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., at the Elks Lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Visit www.Discov-erElks.org. Laura Leone, (360) 281-2687. Elks offi ce, (360) 687-1230, Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon. Rentals of Lodge space is available.
Battle Ground Elks
LAURALEONE
The Singles’ 21st Annual Christmas Party & Dance is scheduled for Sun., Dec. 15, 2013 at The Eagles facility, 107 E. 7th St., Vancouver.
A social begins at 5 p.m., buf-fet begins at 6 p.m. and music by Randy Burt starts at 7 p.m.
Tickets are available for $10 until Dec. 6, and $15 after. They mention the Eagles appreciate food donations at the door also.
Call Marilyn Main, (360) 695-6222, or Tana Hart (360) 892-8944 for more information.
The Singles welcome any-one over 21 to join their club, and provide opportunities to meet many new people and enjoy many new things to do. Activities include card play-ing in both public and private settings, group movie atten-dance, happy hours at a variety of restaurants, breakfasts, pot lucks, attending plays, dancing, hiking, billiards, concerts and much more.
A potluck and “Robber’s Gift Exchange” are planned for Fri., Dec. 6, 5:30 pm at their regular meeting place, with a $10 limit on the gift.
On Sat., Dec. 7, the Singles will gather for folk and Christ-mas singing with the Vancou-ver Folk Singers at 715 Grand Blvd., Vancouver, at 6:15 p.m. Call Ted, (360) 883-3030, or Nancy (360) 694-3419 for more information.
The Singles meet on fi rst Fridays, St. Luke’s Episco-pal Church, 426 Fourth Plain Blvd., 5 p.m. for a potluck. Singles events hotline is (360) 737-1219.
42+ Singles Club
The Alliance is planning their huge 13th Annual Spring Show and Sale for south-west Washington artists to be held Sat., March 22 and Sun., March 23, at the Bat-tle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St.
The Alliance touts the show as the largest in southwest Wash-ington. Recent original works will be on display, with much for sale. Prospective buyers will fi nd oils, watercolors, acrylics, pho-tography, fi ber, mixed media, sculptures, wood works, garden art and more to peruse.
Entries will be accepted at the community center on Fri., March 21 between 9am and 1pm to be juried. A prospectus for art submissions is available on the Alliance website. Call or email the contacts below for more information.
The Art Alliance meets in-formally on third Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at Old Towne Battle Grounds, 316 E. Main St., Bat-tle Ground, and quarterly at the Battle Ground Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground Village, Battle Ground. Beth Johnson-Burger, (360) 901-3823, [email protected], www.bgartalliance.com., and on Facebook.
Battle Ground Art Alliance
BETHJOHNSON-BURGER
The Thanksgiv-ing-Christmas sea-son is plenty busy for the Rotary.
Last month, Rotarians visited primary and el-ementary schools to give dictionaries to each third grader. They also picked up litter on Hwy 503 Nov. 17 for the state Adopt-a-Highway program, and on their own pre-viously, cleaning litter from Onsdorff to Eaton boulevards.
In early December, Battle Ground and Lewis River Ro-taries co-sponsor a Christmas party for the children of food bank clients. Presents, pur-chased by the Rotarians will be given to the children by Santa. The families will be treated to pizza and other goodies.
Because of the holiday events, the only Rotary meet-ing will be Dec. 11, with guest speaker Dr. Scott Lubers of Youth Efforts Against Hunger (YEAH), and Dec. 18 calling a club assembly.
Except for the monthly social, club meetings are Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., an-nex of the former Galeotti’s restaurant, 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. President: Mike Simpson, (360) 921-5362, [email protected]. Publicity: Gregg Herrington, [email protected], Facebook: /Battle-GroundRotaryClub.
Battle Ground Rotary
MIKESIMPSON
On Thurs., Dec. 5, Greg Barcus hosts his annual Free Net-working Christ-mas Party from 4-7 p.m. At 304 S. Parkway Ave., where some Chamber mem-bers will attend.
On Fri., Dec. 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Battle Ground Community Center, the Chamber co-hosts the Battle Ground Tree Lighting ceremony with the City of Battle Ground. They mention the Old Town Battle Ground First Friday event coincides (4-8:30 p.m.) with many business open and participating. They invite the public to “see what’s new in Old Town,” in an event that promises a good time.
The Chamber will host their 9th Annual Holiday Luncheon on Thurs., Dec. 12, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p..m. at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St. The Luncheon is $35 for members and $40 for non-mem-bers. Businesses may inquire about table sponsorships.
The Chamber regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m., at Cedars Golf Course, 15001 NE 181st St., Brush Prairie, WA. Crystal Chavez, (360) 687-1510, www.battlegroundchamber.org.
Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce
CARRIESCHULSTAD
Toastmasters welcome two new members, bringing their total now to 19. They announce they are seeing more visitors to club meetings also, and invite interested persons to the meet-ings at Rocky’s Pizza.
They are currently in planning to streamline meetings and plan a White Elephant Sale to occur the week before Christmas.
The Toastmasters meet Tues-days, 12 p.m., at Rocky’s Piz-za, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground, public welcome. For more information, contact Di-ane Edginton, (360) 882-8105, [email protected], http://battleground.freetoasthost.com.
GERRYDUNNE
Battle Ground Toastmasters
The Society an-nounces their new library hours as 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and sec-ond Saturdays. The library will be closed Dec. 21 to Jan. 7 for the holidays. The next monthly meeting will be Jan. 28, 10 a.m.
Visit the website for class schedules. Fee for each Tues-day class (held at the library annex, address below) is $12 for members, $15 for non-members, with cash or check only accepted at the door. The Society asks for registration at least a week in advance (regis-tration instructions are online).
The Society meets the fourth Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. at the library annex, 717 Grand Blvd., Vancou-ver, WA. CCGS Library, (360) 750-5688, www.ccgs-wa.org.
Clark County Genealogical Society
STEPHENCORNICK
The Daughters are asking mem-bers, and pro-spective mem-bers, to bring baked holiday goodies for a Christmas Cook-ie Swap at their next meeting.
The Daughters meet the second Tuesdays, 11 a.m., at Smith-Reynolds American Le-gion, 4607 NE St. James Rd., Vancouver. Genealogical help is available to the public. Prospec-tive members may attend the meetings. Sue Mills, (360) 573-5445, [email protected].
BARBARAHILKEY
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Daugh-ters will enjoy a Christmas potluck at their December 19 meeting at noon at the home of Bev Ervin, and members should bring a dish to share. Members may call Bev for directions, (360) 882-3332.
The group meets the third Thursday of the month at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., be-ginning with Meals on Wheels lunch at 11:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Betty Davenport, (360) 687-3415.
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington
JAYNEMCCARLEY
The Longears’ offi cer elections and Christmas party happen at the same time, Dec. 14, and regular meetings start up again in January.
The group meets third Mon-days, 7 p.m., at Jollies, located at I-5 and NE 179th St., Ridge-fi eld. Fran Duncan, (360) 254-3249, [email protected], Bob Burns, (360) 425-8029, Jacob Anderson, (360) 953-0956.
BOBBURNS
Columbia River Longears
Lions’ agenda for December follows:
Dec. 6—Steve Pringle from KINK-FM is guest.
Dec. 13—Li-ons hold a special Christmas dinner meeting at The Quay in Vancouver, 6 p.m.
Dec. 20—Christine Evoniuk from Trusted Transitions is guest.
Dec. 27—no meeting.The Lions meet Fridays,
noon, Bill’s Chicken & Steak House, 2200 St. John’s Blvd, Vancouver. Roy Pulliam, (360) 574-5440, (360) 608-3043, www.fortvancouverlions.org.
ADAMHEGEWALD
Fort Vancouver Lions Club
December 7 is a big day for the Friends. A holi-day open house holds entertain-ment by the Celt-ic Duo and the Sprouting Seeds Choir, a reception for new li-brarian Kim McNally and a book sale in the Meyer Room from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
They ask the public to join in for a song, a piece of cake and a moment by the fi re. Call for more information or visit their website.
The Friends mention that, usually, Ben’s Books is open in the library whenever the library is open.
The Friends meet the fi rst Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., at the library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Anna Cross, (360) 687-5726, www.bgcfriends.com, [email protected].
Friends of the Battle Ground Library
SARASTRIKER
The Friends are involved in spe-cial children’s ac-tivities including “Mad Science: Spin, Pop and Boom” on Dec. 12, and “Ginger-bread Houses” on Dec. 19.
They announce children’s storytimes at the library are postponed the week of De-cember 23 and will resume the week of January 6.
The Friends will be support-ing storytimes at the library for all ages through December, however, they will not be meet-ing for business and resuming their club functions with the new year.
The Friends meet fi rst Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., at the library, 1411 E. Lockwood Creek Rd., La Cen-ter. Library, (360) 619-1800. Mary Riker, (360) 263-5066, [email protected].
Friends of the LaCenter Library
TAMMYBRIGHTBILL
GFWC mem-bers are taking a breather after two successful events in November. The Teen Truth assem-bly was success-fully informative for teens, and their Ladybug Ba-zaar exceeded expectations and broke new records.
They will relax and enjoy a Christmas party at the home of Donna Cresap, with dinner, singing and games.
The GFWC meetings are the second and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church, 14208 NE 249th St. Louise Tucker, (360) 687-3639, www.gfwc-battlegroundwa.org.
GFWC—Battle Ground
BONNIEWALDEN
Lions are roar-ing with goodwill in December.
They decorate a Christmas tree Fri., Dec. 6 from 3:45-5:30 p.m. at the La Center High School Commons for the La Center Senior Parents Tree Raffl e at the school’s Holiday Bazaar.
On Sat., Dec. 7, they partici-pate in Walk-n-Knock 8 a.m. to noon, with a collection site at the La Center Evangelical Free Church. They will also have a table at the Holiday Bazaar that day, raffl ing a Trek bicycle and handmade cedar planters, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The drawing for the raffl e prize is that evening, 8 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 14 holds their annu-al Christmas party and gift ex-change, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the La Center Community Center.
Lions will also be volunteer-ing gift wrapping services at the Vancouver Barnes & Noble on Wed., Dec. 18, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
They announce there is no meeting Dec. 18.
The Lions meet the fi rst and third Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., at the La Center Elementary School cafeteria, 700 E. 4th St., La Center. For information, contact president Mark Man-sell, (360) 263-4172.
La Center Lions
MARKMANSELL
The Marine Corps League #826, new to The Refl ector Clubs section, invites all Ma-rines and Fleet Marine Force corpsmen and chaplains to at-tend meetings. The Detachment works on fundraising, educa-tion and community participa-tion in helping service person-nel to re-adapt to civilian life. Meetings comprise of business fi rst then gathering for personal discussion and sharing.
The Detachment meets sec-ond Thursdays, Vancouver Elk’s Lodge, 11605 McGilli-vray Blvd., Vancouver, at the intersection of Chkalov and McGillivray, 6:30 p.m. Adjutant Wendy Baker, (503) 856-6697, [email protected].
Marine Corps League Columbia River Detachment #826
The Associa-tion has provided an early logging exhibit at the US Bamk in Yacolt as an effort for community out-reach. Call for more information.
They are currently plan-ning their Annual Membership Meeting for Feb. 15. Members and friends are asked to donate auction and sales items for ma-jor fundraising activity. The Association has limited stor-age, but will accept new or like new items that are boxed and brought to the museum during open hours. They ask patrons to call to verify the donation.
The Museum is located at 21416 NE 399th St, Amboy, WA. The Museum board of di-rectors meets the second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. The Museum is open Saturdays, noon-4 p.m. The Museum’s First Friday Open Mic begins at 7 p.m., open to amateur and professional singers alike, free, with donations accepted. Mu-seum events, (360) 247-5800.
North Clark Historical Museum
GEORGENENEAL
The Lions an-nounce they, along with other Lions, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and many other organiza-tions, will be fan-ning out over most of Clark County to collect dona-tions in the Walk-n-Knock food drive on December 7th.
They remind that households will get a donation paper bag with The Refl ector and Colum-bian newspapers for participa-tion in this huge event.
They ask that if persons want to help beyond fi lling up the bag, contact Lions using the in-formation below.
The Lions meet for dinner the fi rst and third Mondays Sept. through June, 6:30 p.m., at the Ridgefi eld Community Center, 300 N. Main St., Ridgefi eld, WA. For more information, con-tact Steve Seymour, (360) 887-8325, seymours@pacifi er.com or George Espinosa, (360) 887-8635, www.ridgefi eldlions.org.
Ridgefield Lions Club
STEVESEYMOUR
The WTRA is joining with oth-er local clubs for an annual Christ-mas party to be held at the Clark County Saddle Club on Dec. 13. Call for more information.
They announce that more rock has been placed on Battle Ground Lake trail systems and new metal rails are installed at the campground, as part of their efforts.
The Riders meet every fourth Thursday for a 7 p.m. potluck and business meeting at the Clark County Saddle Club, 10505 NE 117th St., Brush Prairie. Fran Duncan, (360) 254-3249, [email protected], Barb Thomas, (360) 896-7123.
Washington Trail Riders Association
FRANDUNCAN
The Society’s annual Free C o m m u n i t y Wreath Mak-ing Party will be Sun., Dec. 8, 1-5 p.m. at the s c h o o l h o u s e , 24309 NE 209th St.
They ask if attendees still have a grapevine wreath foun-dation from last year, to bring it to redecorate with fresh greens. Each person gets a foundation and bow upon entry.
There will be raffl es on gift wrapped items donated by lo-cal businesses, and a chance to win a Christmas quilt donated by Mary Jo Lewis, master quil-ter and instructor.
All proceeds go toward fu-ture events and maintenance of the building. Hot cider, coffee and tea is provided.
Visit www.venersborg.blogspot.com, “Historic Ven-ersborg Schoolhouse” on Face-book or call (360) 666-4829.
Venersborg Historical Preservation Society
KATHYHOLTBY
The Freemasons have elected new offi cers, and Mark Sanders is now presiding offi cer.
They have iden-tifi ed three major activities they will volunteer for in 2014—the American Cancer Society North Clark County Re-lay For Life, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides cam-paign, and escorting the Mason-ic Family Float in the Harvest Days Parade.
If curious about Freemason-ry, please contact via email or Facebook. The Masons Lodge meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. every month except July and August at Pioneer Grange, 3803 NE 199th St., Ridgefi eld. [email protected], www.silverstar286.org.
Silver Star #286 Free & Accepted Masons
MARKSANDERS
The Society’s next meeting is Wed., Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Van-couver Heights United Method-ist Church, 5701 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver.
Laura Ponce Ortiz Lipinski will speak about and display some of her art.
Laura is a self-taught Van-couver native who enjoys ex-pressing herself through her award winning abstract art.
“I was inspired late in life. Colors speak to me, whether bright or dark. I believe we are all artists,” she said.
Laura’s beautiful abstracts are being shown at local venues.
After a brief intermission, the annual Holiday Party will kick off with the Card Contest. Mem-bers will vote for their favorite cards and prizes will be awarded. Afterwards the card exchange will commence for those that participate in the card contest.
The Society invites the pub-lic to attend, and share in the spirit of the season, enjoy lots of homemade holiday treats, and see the beautiful card de-signs created by the members.
The artists meet the third Wednesdays, 10 a.m., at Van-couver Heights United Meth-odist Church, 5701 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver, just south of Devine and Mill Plain., Van-couver. Annie Knight, (360) 713-3943, Tammy Turner, [email protected]. Visit www.societyofwashington-artists.com, Facebook: /Soci-etyOfWashingtonArtists.
Society of Washington Artists
WANDABREWSTER
Due to the holi-days, the Lions club will only meet once during the months of No-vember and De-cember on the sec-ond Thursdays.
The Club’s focus for Decem-ber is Walk & Knock, Sat. Dec. 7. They are still in need of volun-teers, and are pointing interested persons to www.walkandknock.org to register and volunteer.
Food for the drive can also be dropped off at three loca-tions in Battle Ground—Ster-ling Bank, Riverview Bank and Les Schwab tire. Visait the website for directions.
The second club event is Shopping for Seniors, where the club purchases needed items for seniors living in cen-ters in Battle Ground that do not have family.
Lions welcome anyone to their meetings, and offer the public an opportunity to learn what Lions are about, and what they can do to help the community.
The Lions meet the sec-ond and fourth Thursdays at Rocky’s Pizza restaurant in Battle Ground, 7 p.m. Contact Ken Steinke, (360) 687-7026, [email protected].
Battle Ground Lions Club
KENSTEINKE
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