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AL-ANON -- 7-8 p.m., Naches Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Second St., room 4. Call 577-9401, or visit www.Yakima1.com/alanon/.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS -- For today's meeting times and locations, call 453-7680. AA local office is at 616 River Road, Yakima; or visit www.YakimaAA.com.

ANGEL CARE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION -- Free emotional support from trained survivors for those newly diagnosed. Volunteers will assist with attending consultations, chemotherapy and radiation appointments. Visit www.angelcarefoundation.org or call toll-free, 877-861-5655.

ARTFUL EXPRESSIONS --
10 a.m.-noon, North Star Lodge, complementary medicine meeting room, 808 N. 39th Ave. Instructor: Ellie Carrithers. Geared for cancer patients, caregivers, families and friends. Artmaking with the intention of increasing self-acceptance. Bring a brown bag lunch. Free. Call Kitty, 574-3441.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY YAKIMA -- 7 a.m., men's group; 6 p.m. open meeting, Yakima Alliance Church, 902 S. 36th Ave. Book study using 12 steps and Scripture for people in recovery from addictions and seeking Christ. Groups for women and men. Child care available. Call Brian and Jan Cox, 833-2301.

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS -- 7:30 p.m. at Englewood Christian Church, 511 N. 44th Ave. Directions only, 966-6550.

HEALING YOGA -- 12:30 p.m., lower level of North Star Lodge, 808 N. 39th Ave. Instructor: Michael Moritz. Healing Yoga is appropriate for cancer patients, survivors in various stages of recovery, as well as for caregivers. Free. Call Kity, 574-3441.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS -- For today's meeting times and locations, call 877-664-0398 or visit www.NA.org.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS -- For meeting times and location, call 453-8165.

PARENTING SUPPORT -- 6:30-8 p.m., Youth and Family Support Center, EPIC Place, 608 Superior Lane. Problem-solve issues related to your teen and family. Call 895-6452 for topic and registration.

SHARES -- Noon-2 p.m., Selah Civic Center, 216 S. First St. Distribute free clothing to the needy in the Selah School District. Call 698-5789.

TOPS -- Weigh-in at 10:30 a.m., Harman Center, 101 N. 65th Ave.; 6:30 p.m., Zillah Civic Center, 119 First Ave. Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Call Marlene Frank, 457-4538.

CLASSES

GENTLE YOGA -- 9-10:30 a.m. at 5000 W. Lincoln Ave. For more information, call Carol, 930-4277.

LINE DANCE CLASSES -- 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Yakima Eagles, 307 W. Chestnut Ave. Call Phyllis, 248-8113.

PRENATAL YOGA CLASSES -- 5:45-7 p.m. For more information, call Heather, 469-2559.

YAKIMA ROUNDERS -- 8-10 p.m. Thursdays at the Yakima Square and Round Dance Center, 207 Charron Road, Moxee. Choreographed dance. Debbie and Paul Taylor are the cuers. Call 453-6377

YOGA CLASSES -- 6:30 p.m. at 2611 Birchfield Road. Cost is $10 per class. Call 969-2836.

YOGA CLASSES -- 4:15-5:30 p.m. and 5:45-7 p.m. For more information, call Heather, 469-2559.

POTPOURRI

AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM -- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fullbright Park, Union Gap. Collect and preserve the history of Central Washington agriculture. Call 457-8735.

APPLE VALLEY COMMUNICATORS -- Noon, 129 N. Second St. (CED conference room). Toastmasters practice communication and leadership skills. Contact Susie Walters, 697-5781, or Debra Kroon-Yates, 575-0809, or visit www.toastmastersd9.org.

APPLE VALLEY KIWANIS -- 6:30 a.m., Howard Johnson Hotel, 9 N. Ninth St. Guest speakers. Call Susan, 966-2697.

CASCADE WINDS WOMEN'S BARBERSHOP CHORUS -- 7-9 p.m., Broadmoor Mobile Park clubhouse, 55 W. Washington Ave. Barbershop music and singing for women. Call Mary Roy, 248-0956 or 965-5962.

CERNAK'S PERFORMING BORZOI AND ABC'S -- Presented by the Yakima Valley Libraries. Featuring dog tricks, skits and canine freestyle. Call 452-8541, ext. 721, or visit www.yvl.org.

* 6-7 p.m., Moxee Library.

KAMIAKIN KIWANIS CLUB -- Noon, Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 9 N. Ninth St. Call Ken Johnson, 930-7200.

LOWER NACHES LIONS CLUB -- 7 p.m., El Rincon Restaurant, 3702 Fruitvale Blvd. Call 966-9591.

McALLISTER MUSEUM OF AVIATION -- 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays at 2008 S. 16th Ave. Collection and display of Valley and world aviation history. Admission is free. Call 457-4933 or visit www.mcallistermuseum.org.

THE NEW GOLDEN ORATORS TOASTMASTERS -- 1 p.m., Harman Center, 101 N. 65th Ave. All age visitors are welcome. Gain speaking skills and confidence. For more information, call Dick Sproul, 965-9390.

SCORE -- 1-4 p.m., Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce, 10 N. Ninth St. Business advice to potential and existing business owners/operators. Sponsored by the Small Business Administration. Call 248-2021 for appointments.

SPAGHETTI FEED -- 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ahtanum Valley Assembly of God, 7803 Ahtanum Road. Cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family ticket up to six people (maximum of 2 adults), kids under 3 eat free. Proceeds will go toward the women's retreat in September. Call Lynn Anderson, 575-1530.

SUN CITY TOASTMASTERS -- 7 p.m., Orchard Park Retirement Residence, 620 N. 34th Ave. Self-esteem and speaking skills. Call Bill, 972-2266.

WEST VALLEY LIONS CLUB -- 7 p.m., Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 8610 Summitview Ave. Dinner meeting. RSVP to 966-3927.

YAKIMA CLIMBING CLUB -- 7 p.m., Glenwood Square, main level, 5110 Tieton Drive. Programs will vary on subjects of rock and ice climbing and mountaineering. Public is welcome. Call 965-9262.

YAKIMA VALLEY LANDLORDS ASSOCIATION -- 6 p.m. social and dinner followed by program at 7 p.m. at the Sports Center, 214 E. Yakima Ave. Topic: Crime-free housing, presented by the Yakima Police Department. RSVP appreciated, 457-4770 or e-mail YVLA@YakimaLandlords.org.

YAKIMA VALLEY LIBRARIES "BEETLE MANIA" -- Summer reading program at local libraries featuring bug-inspired stories. Call 452-8541 or visit www.yvrl.org.

* 10:30 a.m., Terrace Heights Library.

PUBLIC MEETINGS

SELAH SCHOOL BOARD -- 7 p.m., administration building, 105 W. Bartlett St., Selah.

SOUTHEAST YAKIMA COMMUNITY CENTER -- 7 p.m. at 1211 S. Seventh St. Center supporters are invited to attend. Call David Weyenth, Sr., 952-4897.

YAKIMA AIRPORT BOARD -- 7 a.m., City Hall, 129 N. Second St.

ZILLAH SCHOOL BOARD -- 7 p.m., middle school library, 1301 Cutler Way.

SENIORS

PINOCHLE -- 1-4 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Activity Hall, 1109 Fremont Ave., Selah. Everyone welcome. Call 697-9319.

TABLE TENNIS -- 1-3:30 p.m., Harman Center, 101 N. 65th Ave. Bring your own paddles and ball. All levels are welcome. Great aerobic exercise. Call Chuck DeJournette, 966-3833, or the senior center, 575-6166.

UNION GAP SENIOR CENTER -- 9:30-9:45 a.m., exercise class; 10:30-11:45 a.m., penny bingo; 1-3 p.m., computer class. 1000 Ahtanum Road. Call 248-2668.

YAKIMA SENIOR CENTER -- Oil painting, 9 a.m.-noon. Table pool, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Senior nutritional lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Quilting Club, 1-3 p.m., all levels, drop-ins and visitors welcome. Pinochle, 7-10:30 p.m. Harman Center, 101 N. 65th Ave. Call 575-6166.

JULY

YAKIMA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY SUMMER MEETING -- Friday at Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive. 5 p.m., potluck followed by "Cowboy Movies Night" at 7 p.m. Bring a dish to share. Movie admission is free. Call 966-6579.

HEALTH FAIR -- Saturday, 1-5 p.m. at Stewart Park, 107 First Ave. in Zillah. Free health information and diabetes screening. Free food and more. Call Nora Gonzalez, 837-3846.

IRIS RHIZOME SALE -- Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Yakima Area Arboretum's Jones Center, 1401 Arboretum Drive. Presented by the Yakima Valley Iris Society. Call 248-7337.

SONS OF ITALY POTLUCK PICNIC -- Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Sherman Park (next to the Humane Society). Bocce tournament. Bring a dish to share and picnic cutlery. Francesca Lenz, 452-5177.

YOUTH TREK 'N' TRAVEL TROLLEY -- For 8- to 12-year-old boys and girls from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Meets at 2301 Fruitvale Blvd. Visiting areas for hiking, swimming and exploring. Cost is $137 noncity residents and $115 city residents. Available dates: July 28-Aug. 1; Aug. 11-15. Call Yakima Parks and Recreation, 575-6020.

YAKIMA VALLEY LIBRARIES "BEETLE MANIA" -- Summer reading program at local libraries featuing bug-inspired stories. Call 452-8541 or visit www.yvrl.org.

* 2:30-3:30 p.m., July 29: Mabton Library.

AUGUST

"LET'S BEAT ALZHEIMER'S" CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT -- Aug. 1. Tee time is 1:30 p.m. at the Apple Tree Golf Course. To sign up, cost and information, call Mandy Trujillo, 972-4141.

SPORTS PHYSICALS -- Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic will offer sports physicals through the Mobil Medical Unit. Cost is $10. Parent or guardian must be present and health history forms required without parent. Call 877-3243.

* Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Toppenish Health Fair.

* Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Grandview Middle School.

* Aug. 12-13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Wapato High School.

* Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mabton High School.

* Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Granger High School.

* Aug. 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Toppenish High School.

* Aug. 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Grandview Middle School.

* Aug. 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Granger High School.

YOUTH WATER CARNIVAL -- Aug. 5, 1 p.m. at the Grandview Swimming Pool at Westside Park. For ages 1-12. Admission is $1. Water follies, games and more. Call Grandview Parks and Recreation, 882-9219.

CHILDREN'S GARDENING WORKSHOP -- Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to noon, Yakima Area Arboretum, 1401 Arboretum Drive. Hands-on workshop. Cost is $20 for all classes. Call 248-7337.

* Calendar is a daily compilation of Central Washington meetings and events that are open to the public. For information about having your event listed, contact Vera Sanabria at 577-7705 or vsanabria@yakimaherald.com.