September 11 Open House at the Air Station

Update: ASTORIA, Ore. — Coast Guard Sector Columbia River and Air Station Astoria will host their annual open house event Saturday.

The open house, to take place at Sector Columbia River, will feature multiple events throughout the day including a search and rescue demonstration, children’s activities, several aircraft displays and multiple interactive exhibits. A small business and craft fair will also take place in the hangar to highlight contributions of local organizations to our community and allow local crafters to showcase their handiwork.

Snacks and drinks will be available throughout the day and, for early risers, a pancake breakfast will be served from 7-10 am. Lunch will be sold from 11am to 2pm. All food proceeds will fund the Coast Guard Spouses Association’s (CGSAA)annual scholarship, Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive and children’s programs.

WHERE: Coast Guard Sector Columbia River 2185 SE 12th Place, Warrenton, Ore.

WHEN: Pancake Breakfast 7-10am, Open House officially begins at 9am and ends at 4pm.

Donations to the CGSAA for the day’s activities or any of the valuable programs it promotes can be made by contacting Emily Masri at thecgsaa@yahoo.com.