PUBLIC
MEETINGS
TUESDAYS,
ONGOINGSandy
Toastmasters weekly meetings, Cascadia Village Library, 6:15-7:30 p.m., 39495
Cascadia Village Dr., Sandy. The mission of the Sandy Toastmasters is to
provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every
member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills,
which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth — all that and fun at
the same time! Info: Steven Winkler, 503-668-3607,
stevesandy9@aol.com.
WEDNESDAYS,
ONGOINGSandy
Area Chamber of Commerce’s Good Morning Sandy, various locations, 7:30 a.m.
Info: 503-668-4006,
www.sandyoregonchamber.org,
or Jenn Groza, 503-810-0932.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 2Mt.
Hood Corridor CPO (Community Planning Organization) meeting, 7 p.m., first
Thursday each month, Dorman Community Ctr., 24500 E. Salmon River Rd. Residents
and landowners will review and discuss local land use issues. Info:
503-622-6387.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 7Mt.
Hood Area Chamber of Commerce general meeting, breakfast buffet, 7:45 a.m.,
meeting 8 a.m., first Tuesday each month, Mt. Hood Village Resort Fireside
Room, 65000 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3017,
www.mthood.org.
Friends
of Hoodland Library Annual Meeting, 4:00 p.m., Dorman Center, 25400 E Salmon
River Road, Welches. All who use the library are welcome.
The
Villages at Mt. Hood Board of Directors meeting, 4-6 p.m., first Tuesday and
second Thursday (Sept 9 mtg canceled) each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634
E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: Christine Roth, 503-742-5920,
www.TheVillagesAtMtHood.com.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 8Sandy
City Council Meeting, 7 p.m., (usually first and third Monday each month).
Council Chambers, 39250 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503-668-5533.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 11Clackamas
County House District 52 Oregon Trail Democrats, social hour 9 a.m., (coffee
and goodies), business meeting 10 a.m. Second Sat. each month, Clackamas Co.
Bank Sunset Room, 38935 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Everyone is welcome! Info: Linda
Layne, 503-564-9049, laynelinda714@gmail.com.
Women’s
Veteran Group, 2 NW 2nd Avenue, Portland 10 a.m. – noon (Second Sat.
each month). Open to all Women Veterans. Want to share your experiences.
Participate in new activities? Looking for resources? Join other women veterans
and help to develop this group. Hosted by Central City Concern. Info: Melissa,
503-226-7387.
MONDAY,
SEPT 13Hoodland
Senior Center board of directors, 11 a.m., second Monday each month, 25400 E
Salmon River Road, Welches. Everyone welcome. Info: 503-622-3331.
HEART
(Hoodland Emergency Action Response Team), 7 p.m., second Monday each month,
Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Anyone interested in serving
the community during natural disasters and other emergencies is welcome to
attend. Info: Sandi Olsabeck, 503-622-1984.
Wy’east
Artisans Guild, 7 p.m., Clackamas County Bank Theater, 38975 Proctor Blvd.,
Sandy. Doors open at 6:30 p.m for social time, meeting at 7 p.m. (second Monday
each month). Presenting an opportunity for the community to get to know local
artists through a show and tell discussion of their work. Anyone interested in
art is invited to attend this free program. Info: Becky, 503-668-5590.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 14Hoodland
Fire District board of directors, 7 p.m., second Tuesday each month, Hoodland
Fire Station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3256,
www.hoodlandfire.com.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 18HEART
reorganization and revitalization meeting, 7 p.m., Hoodland Fire Station, 69634
E Hwy 26, Welches. For HEART members and everyone with CERT training - if you
remain interested in serving in any way, from responding to emergencies to
helping with organization and logistics, please attend the HEART reorganization
and revitalization meeting. Info: Kim Weaver, 503-622-3256,
kimweaver@hoodlandfire.org,
www.hoodlandfire.com.
MONDAY,
SEPT 20Sandy
City Council Meeting, 7 p.m., (usually first and third Monday each month).
Council Chambers, 39250 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503-668-5533.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 21Committee
for Citizen Involvement (CCI) of Clackamas County, 7-9 p.m., third Tuesday each
month, Public Services Building, Oregon City. The Committee for Citizen
Involvement is a process oriented committee, providing resources and
opportunities for citizens to participate effectively in Clackamas County's
land use planning and decision making process. Info: 503-655-8552,
www.co.clackamas.or.us/citizenin/cci/main.htm.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 23Clackamas
County Networking Information & Referral Meeting, 7:30-9 a.m., fourth
Thursday each month. Development Services Building, 150 Beavercreek Road,
Oregon City. Resources for people with low incomes via extension services;
sustainability programs; farmers markets, and a new food bank for pets. Bring
business cards for networking opportunities, and info to display for outreach
and education. Free and open to everyone. Refreshments available with donation.
Info: Molly Cunningham, 503-650-5738,
Mollyc@co.clackamas.or.us.
www.co.clackamas.or.us.
MONDAY,
SEPT 27Sandy
City Planning Commission, 7 p.m., (fourth Monday each month) Council Chambers,
39250 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503 668-5533.
SUPPORT
GROUPS
MONDAYS,
ONGOINGFree
Meal, 5-7 p.m. every Monday at Servant of Christ Mountain Ministries, Hoodland
Plaza. Join in for a home-cooked meal.
WEDNESDAYS,
ONGOINGAlcoholics
Anonymous, 7:30-9 p.m. every Wednesday, St. John Catholic Church, Woodsey, Way,
Welches. AA sharing/discussion.
www.aa-oregon.org.
FRIDAYS,
ONGOINGAlcoholics
Anonymous, Women Only, 6 -7 p.m., St. John Catholic Church, Woodsey Way,
Welches.
www.aa-oregon.org.
SATURDAYS,
ONGOINGAlcoholics
Anonymous, 5-6 p.m. every Saturday, St. John Catholic Church, Woodsey Way,
Welches. AA Step Study.
www.aa-oregon.org.
SUNDAYS,
ONGOINGAlcoholics
Anonymous, 7:30-9 p.m. every Sunday, St. John Catholic Church, Woodsey Way,
Welches. AA Big Book Study.
www.aa-oregon.org.
CLUBS
FRIDAYSHealthy
Start Kids Playgroup, Moms and children, 5 & under, 10:30 - noon, Sandy
Community Ctr. Free to join and snacks provided for the children. Meet new
people and connect with others in the community. Info: Joscelyn Johnston,
503-826-9609.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 1Prime
Timers Dining Club for singles age 50 and up. Meeting at M&M Restaurant
& Lounge, 137 N Main, Gresham (503-665-2626). Come and start some new
friendships! First Wednesday each month. Social time 6 p.m., Dinner at 6:30
p.m. Dinner is Dutch treat. Info: Pat, 503-936-5861, PrimeTimersDning@aol.com,
www.PrimeTimersDiningClub.com.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 8Mt.
Hood Lions Club, second Wed. each month, 7:30 p.m., at their building on the
corner of E Hwy 26 and E Woodsey Way, Welches. Info: 503-622-4223.
MONDAY,
SEPTEMBER 13Hoodland
Women’s Club, 11:30 a.m., meeting at Blackberry Café, located in the Mt Hood
Village, Welches. Info: Ann, 503-622-5919.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 14Trillium
Trails Garden Club, 7 p.m., Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy
26, Welches. Guest speaker, botanist Jerry Igo who has worked for numerous
public and private agencies regarding botany, and a featured naturalist on
National Geographic Expeditions, will share his knowledge and a video of Mt
Hood’s wildflowers. Info: Carol, 503-622-6027.
SUNDAY,
SEPT 19Knit
Club, third Sun. each month, 3-5 p.m., Cast One On, Hoodland Shopping Ctr
(24540 E. Welches Rd), Crocheters, spinners and knitters of all levels welcome.
Bring in your current projects for show & tell. Info: 503-622-0105,
www.castoneon.com.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 21Wy’east
Book Club, third Tues. each month, 7 p.m., Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art
Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26, Welches. Discuss ‘The Day the Falls Stood Still’ by
Cathy Marie Buchanan. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Info:
503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com.
CLASSES/CLINICS
ONGOINGDance
Connection, Welches: Lessons available, private or group. First lesson free for
new students. Info: 503-260-2342.
TUESDAYS
Line
Dancing, 10 a.m., Mt. Hood Village Resort Evergreen Room, 65000 E Hwy 26,
Welches.
Hoodland
Library’s Story Time for children of all ages (starting Sept 14), 10 a.m.,
Hoodland Library, 68256 E. Hwy 26, Welches.
WEDNESDAYSSue
Allen Yoga, 9 a.m., Evergreen Plaza, Suite 102, Welches. $10/drop-in. Info:
503-622-3611, sueallen@easystreet.net.
Walk
It Off, 9 a.m., Meet in Senior Center Parking Lot, 25400 E Salmon River Road,
Welches. Walk around the track at Welches School.
TOPS
(Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 10 a.m., Senior Ctr., 25400 E Salmon River Road,
Welches. Info: 503-668-0901
Sandy
Library’s Preschool Story Time (starting Sept 15), 10:30 a.m., Sandy Public
Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Appropriate for children ages 3-5 (and
up). No charge. Info: Monica Smith, 503-668-5537, or
msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAYSLine
Dancing, 10 a.m., Mt. Hood Village Resort Evergreen Room, 65000 E Hwy 26,
Welches.
Sandy
Library’s Toddler Story Time (starting Sept 16), 10:00 a.m., Sandy Public
Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Appropriate for children ages 2-3. No
charge. Info: Monica Smith, 503-668-5537, or
msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
Sandy
Library’s Preschool Story Time (starting Sept 16), 10:30 a.m., Sandy Public
Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Appropriate for children ages 3-5 (and
up). No charge. Info: Monica Smith, 503-668-5537, or
msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
MONDAY,
SEPT 6Meditation
gathering (with Adyashanti), 6 p.m (first and third Monday each month). Call Janine
at 503-622-6387 for information and directions.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 8Hearing
Clinic, 11 a.m. Appointments to be scheduled with the Sandy Senior Center. Call
503-668-5569.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 9Legal
Assistance (by appointment), 9-11 a.m., Sandy Senior Center. An attorney is available
for a free 30-minute appointment offering legal assistance re: estate planning,
wills, etc. Call for appointment 503-668-5569.
Foot
Clinic, 9:30 a.m., Senior Ctr., 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches. Bring a
towel. Cost $13. $20 for 10 minute massage. Info/reservation. 503-622-3331.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 11CPR/First
Aid Class, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Cost
$25. Info/Register: 503-622-3256.
MONDAY,
SEPT 20Meditation
gathering (with Adyashanti), 6 p.m (first and third Monday each month). Call
Janine at 503-622-6387 for information and directions.
Fabric
Painting Class with Jeri Gallagher, 1-3:30 p.m. Senior Ctr., 25400 E Salmon
River Road, Welches. Bring item to paint. Cost $10. Info: 503-622-3331.
SUNDAY,
SEPT 26Satsang
on the Mountain, 7 p.m. Jaya Kula Satsang is a free-wheeling mix of meditation,
kriya yoga, readings and teachings, mantra and music in the traditions of
direct realization Tanta and Sri Anandamayi Ma (4
th Sunday each
month) Info/Directions:
halvorson46@yahoo.com.
TUESDAY,
SEPT 28Beading
Workshop, 1-3 p.m., Senior Ctr., 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches. This is
the first beading class with Kathy. Bead kits available for purchase for $5, or
bring your own beads or broken jewelry that needs restringing.Cost $10. Info/Reservations:
503-622-3331.
EVENTS
& THINGS TO DO
DAILYMt.
Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government
Camp. Summer Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. everyday. Closed Holidays except New Years.
No admission, but donations accepted. Exhibits interpret history of winter
sports, early exploration, settlement and natural history of Mt. Hood. Internet
access/WIFI available. Info: 503-272-3301,
www.mthoodmuseum.org.
THROUGHOUT
THE MONTHTimberline
Lodge tours, daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m., (excluding Sept 11).
Join a US Forest Service Ranger for a 25 minute tour of historic Timberline
Lodge. Explore the rich history of the lodge and all it has to offer. Tours are
free and available to everyone. Meet at US Forest Service desk inside Timberline
Lodge.
Government
Camp History Hike, 12 p.m., on Sept 1, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 29 & 30.
Meet at the Mt Hood Cultural Center & Museum, Government Camp. Accompany a
US Forest Ranger on a tour of Government Camp and the surrounding area. Hike
will take participants through beautiful downtown Government Camp and intothe
forest above. Cost: Free, but donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
THROUGH
SEPTEMBERArt
Exhibit at the Hoodland Library, Welches featuring local photographer, Doug
Robinson. Doug Robinson specializes in nature and wildlife photography. Info:
dgrobinsonphotos@aol.com.
WEDNESDAYS
– SUNDAYS Timberline
Mountaineer Trail Guided Hike, 1:30 p.m., (excluding Sept 11 & 12)
Timberline Lodge. Meet at US Forest Service desk inside Timberline Lodge.
Accompany a US Forest Service Ranger on a 2 mile round trip hike on the
Timberline Mountaineer Trail to Silcox Hut. Hike is strenuous with an approx.
1000 ft. elevation gain. Cost: Free, but donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
FRIDAYSSandy
Plaza Market Sunset Celebration, 4 – 7:30 p.m., Downtown Civic Plaza, Sandy. A
craft and farmers market featuring local produce, eggs, cheese, meats and
breads and a variety of crafts and art plus entertainment. Info:
plazamarketgroup@gmail.com.
SATURDAYSBird
Watching, 7 a.m., meet at Main Gate of Wildwood Park. Learn about resident and
migratory birds. No cost. Info: Barb Bresson 503-668-1414,
bbresson@fs.fed.us.
Trillium
Lake Campfire Program, 7 p.m.,(excluding Sept 11) Trillium Lake Campground
Amphitheater. Join a Forest Service Ranger for an evening interactive campfire
program in beautiful Trillium Lake Campground. 30-minute program will provide
visitors with added insights into the forest, it’s resources and rich history.
Cost: Free, but donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
Timothy
Lake Campfire Program, 7 p.m., (excluding Sept 11), Timothy Lake Campground
Amphitheater. 30-minute evening campfire program will provide visitors with
insight into the History of Mt Hood and local areas, and info on plants, trees
and wildlife. Cost: Free, but donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 1Shanghai
Woolies, 6:30 p.m., Main Stage, Meinig Park, Sandy. 20s and 30s Swing Jazz. In
the event of rain, show will be moved to the Sandy Community Center. Info:
503-668-5569.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 2Diana’s
Trading Post, 7 – 8 p.m. at the Rendezvous Shopping Center, Welches. History of
Depression Glass. Bring in a piece you would like to have ID’d. Info: Diana,
503-703-3441,
dianaljones@msn.comFRIDAY,
SEPT 3Spring
into Town! Visit downtown Sandy for a night on the town. Participating downtown
Sandy merchants will stay open late with special offerings for customers
including in-store specials, samples, wine tasting, sales, drawings and more.
Look for the green and blue balloons for participating merchants. A list of
participating businesses is available online at
www.sandymainstreet.com. Info: Suzanne Hicks, 503-668-9545, or
shicks@cityofsandy.com.
Poetry
Night 7:30 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26,
Welches. Paulann Peterson, Oregon’s current Poet Laureate, will read from her
body of work and discuss her unique experiences. Part time mountain resident
and poet Sharon Wood-Wortman will also join in. Other poetry readers are
welcome. Cookies will be served. Info: 503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comWine
Tasting with Andrea, 5-7 p.m., at The Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room, Welches.
Wines from Washington. Fun, informative and a great social event. Info:
503-622-6837.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 4-5Sue
Allen Studio Sale, 10-6 p.m., on Barlow Trail Rd, half-mile east of Brightwood
Bridge. 20% off everything. Check out Sue’s award ribbons from the Clackamas
County Fair. Info: 503-622-3611,
www.sueallenstudio.com.
Lindsoe
Clayworks Studio Sale, 10 – 5 p.m., 69177 Barlow Trail Rd., Welches. Lots of
fun and functional pieces.
FRIDAY,
SEPT 10Meet
the Artist, 7:30 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26,
Welches. Live painting demonstration by well-known local artist, Leslie
Cheney-Parr, who will discuss her work and artistic vision. Wine, sparkling
water and appetizers will be served following Leslie’s presentation. Info:
503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comBlackberry
Jam and Dutch Oven Cook-off, Philip Foster Farm, 29912 SE Hwy 211, Eagle Creek.
Acoustic music festival with Oregon’s folk musicians and Dutch Oven Cook-off.
Info: 503-637-6324.
www.philipfosterfarm.com.
FRIDAY,
SEPT 10-12Sandy
Oktoberfest, St. Michael’s Church, 18090 SE Langensand Rd., Sandy. Traditional
Biergarten, Weingarten, Microgarten, Car show, Kindergarten, food, crafts and
live music. A fun time for all.
www.sandyoktoberfest.com.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 11First
Annual 5 Gardens & Viewpoints, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. A self-guided tour hosted
by Mt Hood Hospice of 5 local gardens and photo perfect viewpoints. Master
gardeners will be on hand at the Mt Hood Hospice at 39641 Scenic, Sandy, to
answer your gardening questions. All proceeds to benefit the Mt Hood Hospice
Peace of Mind Pet Program, and the Oral Hull Foundation for the Blind. Tickets
online at
www.mthoodhospice.org or for additional info,
call Emilie at 503-668-5545 or Jeff at 503-668-6195.
Meet
the Author/Book Signing, 4:00 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195
E Hwy 26, Welches. Author Greg Nokes returns to discuss his groundbreaking
historical volume ‘Massacred for Gold,’ a true story of an unsolved crime.
Info: 503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comSATURDAY,
SEPT 11 – 12Mt
Hood Festival of the Forest, noon – 6 p.m., Wildwood Recreation Park. A family
celebration in the great outdoors. Fun, food, beer & wine pavilion, forest
activities, nature crafts, artists and music. A portion of the proceeds will be
donated to Special Olympics, Oregon.
SUNDAY,
SEPT 12River
Clean up on the Clackamas, Barton Park, off Hwy 224 and Bakers Ferry Rd,
Estacada. Volunteer boaters and non-boaters clean up the Clackamas River from
Barton to Clackamette Park, turning restoration into recreation. BBQ and silent
auction. Info: 503-784-1072.
www.welovecleanrivers.org.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 16Diana’s
Trading Post, 7 – 8 p.m. at the Rendezvous Shopping Center, Welches. Let’s Play
Trivial Pursuit and see how full of it you are. $25 gift certificate to the
winner. Info: Diana, 503-703-3441,
dianaljones@msn.comWy’east
Artisans Guild & Sandy Actors Theater, 7:30 p.m., (behind ACE Hardware in
Heritage Square, Sandy), presenting a special evening of an art exhibit “Going
to the Dogs,” and a free performance of “Sylvia.” Art Show opens at 6:45 p.m.,
with performance starting at 7:30 p.m. Info: Becky, 503-668-5590.
FRIDAY,
SEPT 17Mirror
Lake Guided Hike, 11 a.m., Meet at Mirror Lake Trailhead on Hwy 26 just west of
Gov’t Camp and Ski Bowl. Join a US Forest Ranger on a 3-mile round trip hike to
beautiful Mirror Lake. Cost: Free, but donations appreciated Info:
503-622-3191.
Skibowl
Oregon Trail Guided Hike, 2 p.m., Meet in the SkiBowl East Parking Area. Join a
US Forest Service Ranger on a 1.5 – 2 hour exploration into the largest
voluntary migration in human history, the Oregon Trail. Cost: Free, but
donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
Wine
Tasting with Andrea, 5-7 p.m., at The Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room, Welches.
Wine tripping in Italy! Fun, informative and a great social event. Info:
503-622-6837.
Meet
the Author/Book Signing, 7:30 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195
E Hwy 26, Welches. Sarah Munro returns to present her book, ‘Timberline: A
History of Art and Craft.’ A slide show presentation and discussion of the
history of Timberline Lodge. Info: 503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comFRIDAY,
SEPT 17 – OCT 16Sandy
Actors Theatre (behind ACE Hardware in Heritage Square, Sandy) presenting “Sylvia.”
Greg brings home a dog he found in the park, or one that may have found him, bearing
the name ‘Sylvia’ on her name tag. Sylvia creates major conflicts between
husband and wife. A delightful comedy, with laughter and tears. Some adult
language. Showtimes: Fri/Sat 8 p.m. Sun 3 p.m.
www.sandyactorstheatre.org, 503-668-6834.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 18Mt.
Hood Heritage Day, noon – 9 p.m. and Mt Hood Cruise-In. Drive toTimberline
Lodge via the old road. Heritage Night at the Mt Hood Cultural Center &
Museum, Gov’t Camp. Annual celebration of Mt Hood’s outdoor recreation
heritage. A full afternoon and evening of activities. Photographic show, wine,
food and silent and oral auction. Info: 503-272-3301,
www.mthoodmuseum.org.
Welches
Mountain Building Supply Customer Appreciation Day, 12 – 3 p.m., Games, Garden
Tips, Raffle, Prizes and special sale. Have a free hot dog and support your
local boy scouts.
Spirit
on the Mountain, Mt Hood Village, 65000 E. Hwy 26, Welches. A weekend of music,
faith and family, featuring 11 bands playing on two stages. Local
organizations, engaging speakers, camping, food. Free admission.
www.spiritonthemountain.com
Bike
Fair, 11 – 2 p.m., Hoodland Shopping Ctr. For kids 8 – 18. Bike repairs, bike
safety and prizes.
Fiesta
en la Plaza, 12 noon – 8 p.m., Sandy Civic Plaza, downtown Sandy. Sandy’s first
annual festival for all to enjoy music, entertainment and food from Latin
America. Info: 503-668-5533,
info@cityofsandy.com.
SUNDAY,
SEPT 19Spirit
on the Mountain, Mt Hood Village, 65000 E. Hwy 26, Welches. 10 a.m. Community
Worship. A weekend of music, faith and family, featuring 11 bands playing on
two stages. Local organizations, engaging speakers, camping, food. Free
admission. www.spiritonthemountain.com
Wild
About Game, The Resort at The Mountain, Welches. A day long celebration with
chef cook offs, celebrity cookbook signings, chef demos, wine and food
tastings, and some of the best ‘game’ chefs in the Pacific NW. Info:
www.theresort.com
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 22Skibowl
Oregon Trail Guided Hike, 2 p.m., Meet in the SkiBowl East Parking Area. Join a
US Forest Service Ranger on a 1.5 – 2 hour exploration into the largest
voluntary migration in human history, the Oregon Trail. Cost: Free, but donations
appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 23Diana’s
Trading Post, 7 – 8 p.m. at the Rendezvous Shopping Center, Welches. EAPG, what
the heck is it. Early American Pressed Glass 1860-1930, who made it and have
you got any? Info: Diana, 503-703-3441,
dianaljones@msn.comFRIDAY,
SEPT 24Mirror
Lake Guided Hike, 11 a.m., Meet at Mirror Lake Trailhead on Hwy 26 just west of
Gov’t Camp and Ski Bowl. Join a US Forest Ranger on a 3-mile round trip hike to
beautiful Mirror Lake. Cost: Free, but donations appreciated. Info:
503-622-3191.
Skibowl
Oregon Trail Guided Hike, 2 p.m., Meet in the SkiBowl East Parking Area. Join a
US Forest Service Ranger on a 1.5 – 2 hour exploration into the largest
voluntary migration in human history, the Oregon Trail. Cost: Free, but
donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
Dinner
with the Author, 5:30-7 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E
Hwy 26, Welches. Exclusive Wy’east Patrons Event. Meet Erica Bauermeister, author
of ‘The School of Essential Ingredients.’ Want to be a Wy’east Patron? Ask
how, call for info at 503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comMeet
the Author/Book Signing, 7:30 p.m. Wy’east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195
E Hwy 26, Welches. Author Erica Bauermeister, author of ‘The School of
Essential Ingredients’ will answer questions, sign and personalize books for
attendees. Info: 503-622-1623,
www.wyeast-online.comSATURDAY,
SEPT 25Cider
Squeeze, Philip
Foster Farm, 29912 SE Hwy 211, Eagle Creek. Press your own cider or buy fresh.
Crafters, vendors, living history exhibits, food and live music. Info:
503-637-6324.
www.philipfosterfarm.com.
SATURDAY,
SEPT 25-26Civil
War Reenactment, Milo McIver State Park, 24101 S Entrance Rd/Springwater Rd,
Estacada. Living history camps with over 400 re-enactors. Daily battles, along
with medical, military and civilian presentations. Info: 503-630-7150.
www.nwcwc.org.
SUNDAY,
SEPT 26Dog
Day at Skibowl Fun Run/Walk, Mt. Hood Adventure Park at Skibowl, Gov’t Camp.
Proceeds will benefit Oregon Guide Dogs for the Blind. Three routes available:
1 mile, easy/moderate course; 2 mile moderate course; 4 mile extreme course. A
dog-friendly beer garden, a dog wash area and various outdoor and pet supply
vendors. Plus a contest for best pet trick. Bring your pooch for a day of fun!
Cost per pet and single walker $15, with a couple or family walkers $20. Doggie
Goodie Bags! Info/Register 503-222-2695,
www.skibowl.com.
WEDNESDAY,
SEPT 29Skibowl
Oregon Trail Guided Hike, 2 p.m., Meet in the SkiBowl East Parking Area. Join a
US Forest Service Ranger on a 1.5 – 2 hour exploration into the largest
voluntary migration in human history, the Oregon Trail. Cost: Free, but
donations appreciated. Info: 503-622-3191.
THURSDAY,
SEPT 30Diana’s
Trading Post, 7 – 8 p.m. at the Rendezvous Shopping Center, Welches. Chinese
Art Influence in the USA, a part of our western history and heritage. Come and
share what you know, or have with us. Info: Diana, 503-703-3441,
dianaljones@msn.com
RECREATION
PROVIDERS
The
Fly Fishing Shop. Equipment, information, instruction. 503-622-4607,
www.flyfishusa.com.
Mt.
Hood Adventures. Concierge-type services for recreational activities in the
area. 88335 E. Government Camp Loop, Government Camp. 503-715-2175, 888-422-4776,
www.mthoodadventure.com.
Mt.
Hood Skibowl, Government Camp. Skiing/snowboarding, kids play zone.
503-272-3206. www.skibowl.com.
Mt.
Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood. Skiing/snowboarding/Nordic/tubing. www.skihood.com, 503-337-2222.
Mt.
Hood Village Resort. Fitness center/pool. 503-622-4011, www.mthoodvillage.com.
The
Resort at The Mountain. Golf, croquet, lawn bowling. 503-622-3101, www.TheResort.com.
Timberline
Lodge & Ski Area. Year-round skiing/snowboarding, lodge tours.
503-622-7979, www.timberlinelodge.com.
Windells
Camp, 59550 E Hwy 26, Sandy. Indoor skate facility and BMX. info@windells.com
503 622-3736.
VISITOR
INFO
Mt.
Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government
Camp. Open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 503-272-3301, www.mthoodmuseum.org. Brochures, maps, guide books, passes,
etc.
Mt.
Hood Adventures, 88335 E. Government Camp Loop, Government Camp. Open daily, 9
a.m.-6 p.m. 503-715-2175, 888-422-4776, www.mthoodadventure.com.
Mt.
Hood Info. www.mthood.info, 1-888-622-4822.
Mt.
Hood National Forest, Zig Zag Ranger District, 70220 E Hwy 26, Zig Zag. Open
daily 7:45 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m. 503-622-3191, Ext. 668, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood.
Sandy
Historical Society Museum, 39345 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Fri, Sat, Sun 10 - 4
p.m. 503-668-3378, sandyhistorical@sandynet.org, www.sandyhistorical.org.
VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Do
you like to tell people where to go? Consider being a volunteer at the Mt. Hood
Cultural Center & Museum, Government Camp. Special volunteers needed to
help summer visitors with trail and campground questions. Hours and days very
flexible. Call the museum at 503-272-3301 or drop by if interested.
Arts
Cabins Projects. Are you handy with a hammer, paint brush or any other
maintenance tools? Or, volunteer to teach a class or workshop at the Arts
Cabins. Info: 503-272-3301.
Cascade
Geographic Society offers many ways to become a volunteer. All ages and
abilities. Info: 503-622-4798.
Guide
Dogs for the Blind, Sandy, has various volunteer opportunities. Info:
guidedogs.com, 503-668-2100.
Sandy
River Basin Watershed Council. Help to restore the Sandy River Basin. There
are many ways to help. 503-668-1646. coordinator@sandyriver.org.
Firefighters,
Special Task Group, Support Group, Heart and Explorers. Call the Hoodland Fire
Department for further information. Do you have what it takes? 503-622-3256.
hoodland@hoodlandfire.org.
Sandy
Main Street - want to get involved in making Sandy a better place? Volunteers
needed for committees and special projects. Call Tracy at 503-668-4886,
tbrown@cityofsandy.com, or Suzanne at 503-668-9545, shicks@cityofsandy.com.
BULLETIN
BOARD
Mt
Hood Community Ukulele Orchestra being formed – calling all musicians and
non-musicians wanting to learn an instrument. Weekly practices will be on
Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. starting September 15. Interested? Call Cinda at
503-704-8643 or e-mail ctilgner@verizon.net
for location and to preregister.
The
Gleaners of Clackamas County Food Assistance Program. For more info call 503-655-8740
M-F, 8-3 p.m.
Raise
awareness of the Meals on Wheels program in our community by helping with a
donation. It's easy to forget that hunger occurs throughout the year. Home
delivered meals often become a primary food source for both lunch and dinner.
Info: Hoodland Senior Ctr., 503-622-3331.
Clothing
and gear for homeless veterans - can you help by sharing? Needed (mens items):
Boots (most needed), shoes, backpacks, ponchos, underwear and socks (new
please), warm clothing, blankets, etc. Also hygiene items such as new
toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, razors, etc. Drop off sites: Designers Hair
Center, Welches Mountain Building Supply, Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art
Gallery, The Mountain Times, or call for pickup at 503-753-2179. Leave
name/address in bag with donation, receipt will be mailed to you.
Mt
Hood Green Scene volunteers needed for next year’s Green Scene event.
Contact/Info: contact@mthood-greenscene.net.
Hoodland
Senior Ctr. is participating in a summer program, the “Good for you Project” to
increase consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables in your daily diet. If
you’d like to share your extra garden vegetables, the center would love to pass
your shared bounty to the nutrition program. Please turn in your Safeway sales
slips for the month of September to the Hoodland Senior Center. The nutrition
program will benefit through the “E Scrip” program. Please bring donations to
the center Mon-Thurs, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
2011
Entertainment Books on sale now. 50% of the proceeds will benefit the Meals on
Wheels Program for the Hoodland Senior Ctr. Coupons good until November 2011.
$25 each. Available at Clackamas County Bank and The Hoodland Senior Ctr.
