Fundraising meals offer varied menus

Even though we have had quite a bit of rain and wind, it looks like the warmer temperatures are telling the frogs to sing every night and the daffodils to bloom. I picked my first bouquet on Monday, and go to sleep each night to the frog songs. Ah, Spring is in the air.

Naselle news:

Sports calendar for Naselle Comet teams this week include: Saturday, District game for the girls basketball team with their opponent yet to be determined in Castle Rock at 7:30 p.m. Best of luck girls! Tuesday, middle school boys basketball with Ocosta in Naselle at 5:45 p.m .; Wednesday, middle school boys basketball with North Beach in Naselle at 5:45 p.m, Go Comets!

The Naselle-Grays River School Board meets on Tuesday for their regular monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. This is a public meeting.

There will be no school on Monday in honor of Presidents' Day.

Westend news:

There will be another Saturday morning breakfast at the Grays River Valley Center at Johnson Park scheduled for February 21 and we will be serving pancakes, cheesy eggs and sausage from 8-10 a.m. As usual, the price will be $5.

Mark your calendar and join others who will be enjoying hearty beef stew, delicious cheesy bread, beverages and dessert at the Grays River United Methodist Church social hall on February 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This annual event is sponsored by the Friendship Circle. Also available for your shopping pleasure will be their wonderful bake sale as well as new and re-purposed items for sale. Again this year takeout meals will be available. The meal is by donation, and the baked goods and other items for sale are reasonably priced.

The church is located on State Route 4 near milepost 18, on the hill above the Grays River Café. For information on the event, phone 360-484-7749. To call in orders the day of the event, call 360-465-2391.

Would you like to participate in a Community In-Door Super Sale in the Grays River Valley Center at Johnson Park on March 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m? The cost of a table is just $10, and the proceeds from this fundraiser for the center will be used for ongoing operating costs for the building and grounds. For more info you should contact Cheryl Dutcher at 360- 465-2740 for all the details

Hot dogs and hamburgers will be for sale during sale hours in the cafeteria and will be provided by GRVC. Bake sale items will also be available for sale in the cafeteria and are provided by the Friendship Circle of the Grays River United Methodist Church. Bryon Parrino of the Naselle Massage Clinic, will also be on site should you wish to get a relaxing massage.

New hours for the Grays River Valley Library /Community Computer Center have been increased to include: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 1-5 p.m. and Thursday and Saturday from 1-4 p.m.

Don’t forget the Free Friday Night Movie this week at Grays River Valley Center at Johnson Park. The movie starts at 7 p.m. and concessions are available including popcorn, candy and pop.

The 3rd Annual Spaghetti Feed fundraiser for GRVC at Johnson Park will take place on March 21, serving 5-8 p.m. Advance tickets are now available from Johnson Park Advisory Board members for $12 per person. The price of the ticket includes one glass of wine with your meal which includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, bread and dessert. For more information or to order tickets please call 465-2960 or 465-2731.

The Rosburg Senior Wednesday Lunch Bunch meets at the Rosburg Hall each week for a delicious meal that is prepared and served by Pat Potter and her volunteer crew. She does a great job of taking care of some of the needs of our senior population, good food, social time and fun.

On Thursdays a senior meal is also available at the same location and is sponsored by CAP. Lunches are served at noon for both venues.

Happy Birthday to Amy Hunt, Phyllis Sotka, Stanley Rangila, Doug Wise, Maary Saari, Marlea Blain, Mathew Beaulaurier, Grace T. Miller, Greg Queener, Maria Wirkkala, Maggie Ann Smith, Joel Wirkkala, Frieda Footh, Sherrill Hartline, Steve Ragnoni, Lori Hurst, Carol Ross, Connie Mercer, Larry Helton Wayne Erickson, Junea Brannon, Hilary Erickson, Kayse Rogers, Nicholas Phipps, Jill Ragnoni, Jason Mennen, Eva Malerich, Kaylee Albright, Peter McGuire, Charlie Gross, Paul Footh and Karl Mahlum. Wishing each of you a perfect day.

Happy Anniversary to William and Pat Potter, John and Frieda Footh, Ray and Linda Jordan, Ken and Donna Tyyska and Norm and Phyllis Sotka. Wishing you many more.

With Valentine’s Day coming up this weekend, I hope everyone has a very special someone to spend it with. Remember, this is supposed to be a day to celebrate love, so be sure you give of yourself to those you care about, and just to be sure, throw a little of your love to someone else who could use some as well. It never hurts to spread good feelings around. Happy Valentine’s Day.

I am looking forward to another house guest this weekend, a dear friend that we haven’t seen for quite some time, Raven Webb. Raven will be here for a couple of days from Idaho with her daughter, Yolanda. It should be a good time to catch up and visit.

Update on my sister, Diane and her hip replacement: she has graduated to using a cane most of the time instead of the walker, lots more tough exercises to strengthen muscles she has been unable to use for several years, no more pain and is feeling great. Now to have the patience to make sure she doesn’t overdo it. Thank you, everyone for your kind thoughts, visits and support. We both appreciate it.