Feb 10 - Friday

Preschool Storytime at The Wasco County Public Library in The Dalles and Maupin @10:30am. Info 541-296-2815

Daddy Daughter Dance is tonigt from 6-8pm at The Dalles Civic Auditorium Ballroom. Located at 232 E 4th St. $20 per couple. $10 dollars for additional daughter.

Feb 11- Saturday

Rock and Putt mini golf tournament at the New Wonderworks Facility located at 206 Madison St, The Dalles.

This is the first annual team tourney. For more information call: 541-980-9057.

Feb 12- Sunday

SWING TIME! East Coast Swing (AKA Jitterbug, Jive, Lindy, Bop) Lessons will be starting at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center (1112 W 9th, The Dalles) on Sunday, February 12th, 7pm. The 6 week course is open to singles and couples of all ages and is designed to get anyone into the fun of America’s most popular and durable social dance. For info stop by the Senior Center, email stevehudson99@hotmail.com or call 541-993-3540.

Mid Columbia Region Counselor Training Program from 2-5pm. For more information call 541-296-5494. Camp Counselor Training Option@ PUD Conference room, 2345 River Road, The Dalles, OR.

Feb 13 - Monday

Regular City Council meeting begins at 5:30pm at The City Hall Council Chambers. located at 313 Court St.

Feb 14 - Tuesday

Columbia River Gorge commission meeting begins at 9am at the Commission offices at 57 NE Wauna St. White Salmon, Washington.

Feb 15 - Wednesday

Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District 2012 Neighborhood meeting from 1- 3:30pm at Dufur Catholic Parish Hall. 15 mile watershed meeting will start immediatley afterward.

Feb 16 - Thursday

Business After Hours from 5-7pm at Hire Electric. Located at 2700 W 2nd St. This event will be co hosted by 4-C's Catering.

Feb 24 - Tuesday

Seventh Day Adventist Church will have a 'Depression Relief' program starting at 6:30 pm downstairs in the fellowship room. The Church is located at 59 Bickleton Rd, Goldendale, Wa. For more inforamtion and reservations please call: Elain Kubler 509-773-5855.

Feb 26 - Thursday

Mid Columbia Region Counselor Training Program from 2-5pm. For more information call 541-296-5494. Camp Counselor Training Option@ PUD Conference room, 2345 River Road, The Dalles, OR.

April 14 - Saturday

The 10th Annual Job Fair at theDalles Civic Auditorium from 10am -2pm.

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Attention! February 9th, 2012

In the last week near St. Mary's Academy two dogs were roaming. Two small Chihuahuas. 1 small white and one small brown. The brown was hit and injured by a passing vehicle. Tammy Lemon from The Dalles Taxi rescued the dog and took it to The Dalles Veterinary Hospital. This dog will need surgery and extensive follow up care. The other dog is still on the loose. If you would like to donate to the Chihuahua fund stop by The Dalles Veterinary Hospital or call Tammy at 541-993-9557. Thank You. If you see or know of this small white Chihuahua please call Tammy as well.

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SWING TIME! East Coast Swing (AKA Jitterbug, Jive, Lindy, Bop) Lessons will be starting at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center (1112 W 9th, The Dalles) on Sunday, February 12th, 7pm. The 6 week course is open to singles and couples of all ages and is designed to get anyone into the fun of America’s most popular and durable social dance. For info stop by the Senior Center, email stevehudson99@hotmail.com or call 541-993-3540.

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Cascade Singers extends an open call to choral singers. Spring 2012 Concerts include Celtic music on St. Patricks Day and Choral Satndards: Fabulous, Fun, Familiar Favorites on June 2nd and 3rd,. The regional Community Choir meets under the leadership of Lloyd Walworth on Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm at Zion Lutheran Church, 10th and Union St. in The Dalles.

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Yarn needed for PROJECT KEEP WARM. The project keeps knitting, hats, mittens, scarves and blankets for children in need. To donate contact: 541-298-2937

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RESPITE CARE HELP: The ARC of the Mid Columbia provides up to $200for families with children and adult children living in the home to purchase respite care. For more information call Linda Carroll at 541-478-2133 or go to: info@arcmidcolumbia.org.

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Volunteer for the Army Corps of Engineers. Interested in being a campground host for the 2012 recreation season at Roosevelt park in Roosevelt. Contact: Ranger Amber Tilton at: amber.c.tilton@usace.army.mil.

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Volunteers needed for the Oregon Veteran's Home. Volenteers are sought for positions to read to residents,writing and also arts and crafts activities. Also seeking volunteer drivers for the recreational bus. For information contact Jade Cantrell:541-296-7190

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VOLUNTEER AT THE SALAVATION ARMY

Volunteers are needed at the Salvation Army Thrift store. Help sort and organize donated items. Hours are Tuesday through Fridays from 10am - 6pm and Saturdays from 9am to 5pm. Info: 541-296-6417

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Square Dance Lessons at The Civic Auditorium in The Dalles, Lessons will begin Thursday September 15th. Ballroom dance lessons will begin on Mondays starting Sept 19th. Lessons on Mondays and Thursdays are from 7 to 9pm. The lessons will cost 2$ adn 5$per person after the first two free lessons so come on down and join the fun. For more info call 541-296-1570.

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The Mainstreet Program needs your help. We are trying to improve Downtown The Dalles and need your input. Mainstreet will be collecting information through secure online surveys, as well as through face to face meetings. Please take the time to help improve our downtown district by filling out the following surveys:

www.surveymonkey.com/s/TRR2BMChttp://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TG8RFWZFor more information please contact:

Thomas Gilbertson:541-296-5481x1132 or tgilbertson@ci.the-dalles.or.us

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Catlink, a nonprofit organization in The Dalles, recently recieved a two year grant from PetSmart Charities to spay and neuter homeless cats in the Gorge. They are looking for volunteers. You can help. Email catlink@mac.com

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The Dalles Civic Ping Pong Club is open to men and women who like to have fun but can also play. Club membership is on $20 a year. Play is every Tuesday evening starting at 6 pm and there are four professional tables to enjoy. in the near future the club will host its first Ping Pong Tournament. if you are interested, attend Tuesday evening after 6 pm or drop an email to healers@yahoo.com

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AWANA is in our area. This is a non-denominational Christian organization that focuses on memorizing Bible verses and learning Biblical stories. There are three groups: Cubbies:3-4 yr olds, Sparkies: K-2nd gr and Truth and Training girls and boys, 3-6 grades. We are meeting at Calvary Baptist Church in The Dalles from 6pm every Wednesday evening. Children ages 3 yrs through 6th grade are invited tO come. For more info call 541-296-2711,

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Are you interested in joining the friends of the library group? They meet the second wednesday of most months in the meeting room at The Dalles Wasco County Public Library. yearly dues are $5 for an individual membership and $10 for a family membership and $25 or more for a contribution membership

Story Time: Preschoolers bring your friends and family to The Dalles Wasco County Library at 722 Court Street. Toddler Story Time is on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 to 11 am for children ages birth to 3 years. Preschool Story Time is on Friday mornings 10:30 to 11 for ages 3-6. children of all ages are welcome at either story time. If you have questions, call the library at 541-296-2815

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Watercolor Classes with Gayle Weisfield. Ongoing water color classes every Thursday at 6 pm. Meets in the basement of the Art Center, 220 E 4th St, The Dalles. Sign up at 541-296-4759. $25 per class of $100 for 5 classes.

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Community Meals

To sign up for hosting community meals, call Jerry Tanquist for an open date at 296-6919, Dixie Parker at 980-7618, or Brenda Derryberry at 993-1965.

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Knittin in the Library! Who knew that knitting in the Library could be so much fun! Knitting groups meet at the library in both Dufur and The Dalles, and anyone is invited to join them. If crocheting is more your thing, (or embroidery, etc.) come on down, they'll make room for you. The Dalles Knitting Group meets on Wednesday nights, begin about 6:30 pm, and goes until around 8 pm. The Dufur Knitting Club meets on Thursday nights from 6 pm to 8 pm. For more infromation you can contact the Dufur Library at 541-467-2588 or The Dalles Wasco county library at541-296-2815.

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Bingo every Saturday at 6 pm. All ages welcome at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center. Contact Scott McKay at 296-4788 for more info

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Columbia Area Transit offers "fixed route" transportation from Hood River to The Dalles and back to Hood River. The cost of the ride is $3 each way. A complete schedule is available on line by Clicking here! and then selecting the "fixed route" option. You can call (541)386-4202 for more info.

Calvary Chapel of the Columbia Gorge: Sunday School 10 am, Sunday Services 11 am, Mosier Community School Auditorium; Tuesday Night Services at First Christian Church 7 pm; Pastor Bob Ruiz 541-478-3458

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Mid-Columbia Senior Center Bingo Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. Bigger payout's!! All new games! Any one over 18 welcome. 1112 West 9th, The Dalles

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