| Carneys Point woman takes gold at national senior games
CARNEYS POINT TWP. She may have never graced a cereal box, or had her own shoe named after her, but Pollie Townend is an athlete through and through. At 87 years old, the Carneys Point resident has become a force to be reckoned with at the Summer National Senior Olympics. And in her seventh games as an athlete, she earned her first gold medal at this year's events in Louisville, Ky. Before she packed it up she picked up a silver in the 50-yard backstroke, a bronze in the javelin and a fourth-place finish in the discuss as well. Townend earned her gold medal in the 50-yard breast stroke, in what she said was a time that just broke 1:23:00. For her the win has capped off an illustrious career, which admittedly began a little late by today's standards. "I played basketball in high school and played a lot after, but I didn't break any records.
Health calendar
"Living Options." Cancer support group. 6:30-8 p.m. every first and third Monday. Mission Hospital Conference Center, 26726 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo. (949) 364-1400, ext. 5471. "Lymphoma Perspectives 2005: Current Trends in the Treatment of Lymphoma." Sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, UCI Medical Center and Biogen Idec. Dinner provided. 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Cordelia Knott Center for Wellness, 230 S. Main St., Orange. RSVP: (714) 881-0610, ext. 330. Pain management. Seminar presented by UCI Medical Center. 1 p.m. University Club, Los Trancos Drive and East Peltason Drive, UC Irvine. (877) UCI-DOCS or www.ucihealth.com/events. JUNE 22 "Caring for a Loved One: You Have More Help Than You Know." Independence and safety issues offered by Adult Day Services of Orange County, the Alzheimer's Association Orange County Chapter, UCI Institute for Brain Aging and Dementia, Orange Caregiver Resource Center and Adult Day Services of Orange County.
Coastal Notes
Lincoln City Police will conduct free child safety seat inspections from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Lincoln City Sears Store, located at 1517 SW Hwy. 101.The inspections will be held along with a barbecue and sidewalk sale. The public is invited. For information call 996-7777.Children's Day at the Farmers' MarketSaturday is Children's Day at the Newport Farmers' Market, and children are invited to make and bring their own crafts on that day to sell. Spaces will be provided for free to children on that day. The market rules will apply - anything sold must be crafted by the children themselves. All children must have an adult with them. Wear sunscreen, bring plenty of water to drink, a jacket, and have fun. For more information e-mail info@newportfarmersmarket.org.Fund-raiser provides school suppliesEmma's Project will hold a garage sale Labor Day weekend to earn money to purchase school supplies for children in Lincoln County that cannot afford them.
Storm brews on Spinelli horizon
BENNINGTON The Southern Vermont Storm will face the undefeated Leominster Razorbacks at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Mount Anthony Union High School's Spinelli Field. Ticket prices are $5 for adults, $3 for students and senior citizens. The concession stand at the game will be operated by the MAU Booster Club. For details, visit www.southernvermontstorm.com. Booster club meeting BENNINGTON The Mount Anthony Fighting Patriots Booster Club will be holding its annual fall lottery meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Mount Anthony Union High School in Room 226. All athletics and clubs/activities must have an adult representing the team or club present at the meeting. An adult may only represent on team or club at the meeting.
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