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 The City Info Weekly Page is updated every Wednesday
Workshop to shape new streetscape look for Commerce Avenue Commerce Avenue should be a safe and attractive destination point that strengthens the downtown Longview economy. That’s the conclusion of the 2011 Downtown Action Agenda adopted last year by the City of Longview. Now, the City is hosting a two-day streetscape design workshop on February 15 and 16 to move that vision to reality. Urban designers will be on hand at the workshop to capture people’s ideas visually and create preliminary designs for a new look for Commerce Avenue. The workshop will be held in the Korten Building, 1400 Commerce Ave. in downtown Longview. The workshop will be open continuously from noon to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, and again from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 16. “The workshop offers a unique format for people to see their ideas captured in real time,” says Steve Langdon, planning manager. “You can drop in just once for an hour, or come by several times over the two days to see designs evolve.” Presentations from 6 to 8 p.m. on both days will feature the design work done during the day and take additional public comments and ideas. At the end of the workshop, the City expects to have preliminary designs that reflect the community’s best ideas for streetscape elements such as street lighting, expanded sidewalk space, public art, gathering places for public events, and planters or rain gardens that could manage stormwater runoff from the street. These preliminary designs will be refined over the coming weeks, and the Longview City Council will approve a final design for the detailed engineering drawings that will implement the streetscape work, according to Langdon. More information: For more information, please visit the City’s website at www.mylongview.com. Flag lowered on February 8 Governor Chris Gregoire has directed flags at all Washington State agency facilities be lowered to half-staff Wednesday, February 8, 2012, in memory of U. S. Marine Corps Sergeant William C. Stacey, 23, of Seattle, who died January 31, in Afghanistan of injuries sustained from an improvised explosive device. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business Wednesday, or first thing Thursday morning, February 9. Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition. Spring Activity & Enrichment Guide Available The spring recreation guide is inserted into the Daily News on Sunday, February 12 in cooperation with PeaceHealth. It is also available online at www.mylongview.com, or free at community locations, health care providers and credit unions. Don’t miss the many programs, activities, events and enrichment classes offered by Longview Recreation! Learn a new skill, improve your health, experience enrichment learning, or find a healthy activity. There is something for every family member and individuals of all ages. More information: View the guide online at http://www.mylongview.com/parks_rec/, or call Longview Recreation at 442-5400 for more information. Exhibit of new Leon Lowman paintings at the Koth Gallery Beginning January 26, the newest paintings of local artist Leon Lowman will be on display at the Koth Gallery in the lower level of the Longview Public Library. The exhibit will continue through 15 and be on display during regular library hours. In addition to the paintings, the exhibit will feature the artist’s new music CD Flow with It. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the CD will go towards buying art supplies for the library’s arts and crafts programs for children and teens. More information: Contact the Longview Public Library at 442-5300. At the Longview Public Library:
Other Library Happenings - Technology @ the Library Teen Tech Week is the American Library Association promotion of everything besides books that libraries have for teens: CDs, databases, DVDs, e-books, and program events. The 2012 theme is “Geek Out @ your library,” and this year the Longview Public Library will offer free technology classes taught by teens. Monday, March 5, 4-5 p.m.: Using Wi-Fi Tuesday, March 6, 4-5 p.m.: Internet Accounts Wednesday, March 7, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.; XBox Kinect Thursday, March 8, 4-5 p.m.: Tech 101 More information: To pre-register, or for more information, call 442-5301 Father & Daughter Ball Register now for this popular family event as tickets will sell out quickly! This memorable annual dance is held at the McClelland Center. The Saturday session is sold out, but there is still room on the Sunday, February 26 at 3 p.m. or 6 p.m. session This year’s theme is “America Bandstand” and the cost is only $13.75 per person which includes snacks, drinks, crafts, music, dancing and much more. Photos are available. Pre-register now as tickets will not be sold at the door. You may register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline, or by phone through Longview Recreation at 442-5400. Kiwanis Heart & Sole Run Bring the entire family to the Longview Kiwanis Heart & Sole 5K/10K Run & Walk on February 11 to improve your health through physical activity and promote happy healthy families. The run and walk starts at 9 a.m. with check in from 8to 8:45 a.m. at the Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd. The course is around Lake Sacajawea Park, with a free mini K Run & Walk for kids 12 years and under. Please register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline by February 1 if you want a shirt. The cost is $15 per person, or $30 for the race and shirt. More information: This community event is a partnership between Longview Recreation and Longview Kiwanis to benefit teen recreation programs. For additional information or to register by phone, please call 442-5400.
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