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| ABOUT THE CALENDAR-
Listed are events happening in The Mountain area and surrounding communities. Public Meetings, Events & Things to Do, Support Groups, Clubs/Groups/Classes/Clinics, Senior Center Events, Recreation Providers, Visitor Information, Volunteer Opportunities, Bulletin Board, Music Line Up and The Dining Guide. For the February 2020 issue, please submit calendar items to peggy@mountaintimesoregon.com by January 22, 2020. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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| EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO-
TUESDAY, DEC 31 - New Year's Eve Celebration at Timberline Lodge, Timberline. Music, dancing and fireworks. Reservations and info: www.timberlinelodge.com.
- 32nd Annual New Year's Eve Extravaganza at Mt Hood Skibowl. Skibowl West: DJ, Beer Garden, traditional torchlight parade down the Lower Bowl followed by spectacular fireworks display. Skibowl East: DJ, cosmic tubing and fireworks. Info: skibowl.com.
DAILY - Mt.
Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government Camp.
Hours: 9am-5pm every day except Christmas & New Year. 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.
- Art
at the Hoodland Public Library, 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches. Visit the library
to see the beautiful quilts made by the local group, The Piecemakers! A
different quilt on exhibit each month. The Clackamas County Arts Alliance also
exhibits the works of local (county) artists. Exhibit changes quarterly.
- OMSI, 1945 SE Water Street, Portland. "Exquisite Creatures." (runs
through Feb 17, 2020). Christopher Marley's creations give visitors an
opportunity to learn about biodiversity, morphology, biomimicry and taxonomy.
Experience how awe-inspiring the natural world can be through the intricate
design of its inhabitants. Info: www.omsi.edu.
- OMSI, 1945 SE Water Street, Portland. "Gingerbread Adventures."
(runs through Jan 2, 2020). Expert bakers, architects, designers and
construction firms worked together to build towering sculptures to marvel at.
Info: www.omsi.edu.
THURSDAYS - Open Mic hosted by Dillon Coran, 9pm, at The Skyway
Bar & Grill, 71545 E Hwy 26, ZigZag.
FRIDAYS - Bingo,
7pm (doors open 6:30pm), Mt Hood Lions Club, E Hwy 26/Woodsey Way, Welches
(Bingo on Friday nights) Progressive Jackpots, children welcome with
supervision. Snack bar, no outside food. Non-smoking.
FRI/SAT/SUN - Timberline
Lodge tours Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 11am, 1pm & 2pm. 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. Donations not required but appreciated to ensure programs can be
continued. Meet at US Forest Service desk inside Timberline Lodge. Info:
503-622-2033, www.timberlinelodge.com.
FRIDAY, JAN 3 - Bingo,
Sandy Grange Hall, 34705 SW Kelso Rd., Sandy (first & third Fridays). Doors
open 5:30pm. Hot meal served at 6pm. Cost $5 per person. Bingo at 7pm, 3 cards
for 12 games, $12. Info: 503-637-6608.
- Library Coffee House, 6pm, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy (first Fri each month), featuring Old Barn Preservation Society, playing
old time string band. Always a fun, family event. Music, coffee
and dessert. February Coffee House is
Open Mic - come and play for the library, looking for acts of all kinds. Info: 503-668-5537.
MONDAY,
JAN 6-FEB 7 - Clackamas
Community College hosting work of artist Tom O'Day, Alexander Gallery in the
Niemeyer Ctr. on the Oregon City Campus, 19600 Molalla Ave. Open Mon-Fri,
9am-5pm. Exhibit is "this is from that" and explores the processes of
artwork from idea to initial inspiration and finally its decay. Exhibition free
and open to public. Info: www.clackamas.edu.art.
TUESDAY,
JAN 7 - Mt
Hood Community College Planetarium Show, 6pm & 7:15pm, MHCC Planetarium Sky
Theater, 26000 SE Stark Street, Gresham.
"Latest Pictures Explore Jupiter and its Moons." All shows
presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the
latest galactic, stellar and planetary images. Cost: $5 & $2 for MHCC
students and children 17 and under. The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.
Info: 503-491-8297.
THURSDAY,
JAN 9 - Timberline's
Full Moon Snowshoe hotel package, 6-8pm, Timberline Lodge. A guided full moon
snowshoe stroll in the open fields and forests around Timberline Lodge.
Reservations/Info: 503-272-3410, timberlinelodge.com.
FRIDAY, JAN 10 - FEB 2 - Sandy Actors Theatre presents "Making God
Laugh," by Sean Grennan, directed by Jonica Tabler (Runs Jan 10-Feb 2).
This play follows one typical American family over the course of thirty years'
worth of holidays. Starting in 1980, Ruthie and Bill's grown children - a priest,
an aspiring actress and a former football star - all return home where we learn
of their plans and dreams as they embark on their adult lives. Located behind Ace Hardware at 17433 Meinig
Ave., Sandy. Show times: Friday/Saturday at 7:30 pm, Sunday matinees at 3 pm.
Tickets: $18 adults/$15 Seniors, Veterans, Students (w/ID), $13 children 12 and
under. Active duty military in uniform, free. Info: 503-668-6834,
sandyactorstheatre.org.
FRIDAY,
JAN 10 - Teddy
Bear Sleepover, 5pm, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Bring your
favorite cuddly to a special teddy bear story time. Your stuffed animal will
stay overnight for a party. Pick them up the next day, along with pictures of
their adventures! Sweet snack provided. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Mt
Hood Community College Planetarium Show, 6pm & 7:15pm, MHCC Planetarium Sky
Theater, 26000 SE Stark Street, Gresham.
" Latest Pictures Explore Jupiter and its Moons." All shows presented under a realistic
representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and
planetary images. Cost: $5 & $2 for MHCC students and children 17 and
under. The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible. Info: 503-491-8297.
FRIDAY,
JAN 17 - Bingo,
Sandy Grange Hall, 34705 SW Kelso Rd., Sandy (first & third Fridays). Doors
open 5:30pm. Hot meal served at 6pm. Cost $5 per person. Bingo at 7pm, 3 cards
for 12 games, $12. Info: 503-637-6608.
SATURDAY,
JAN 18 - "24
Hours in Welches" Reception, 1pm, Hoodland Library, 24525 E Welches Rd.,
Welches. Images from the Library Photography Group project "24 Hours in
Welches" on display. A slide show of the images and the book also on
display. Info: Thea Ellen, tellen@ci.sandy.or.us, 503-668-5537.
- Graduation
Ceremony at Guide Dogs for the Blind, 1:30pm, Oregon Campus, 32901 SE Kelso Rd,
Boring. Ceremonies commemorate the efforts of students and their dogs. Groups
welcome with reservation. Guests should bring tissues, this is a moving event
and one of the best ways to get acquainted with the program. Info:
503-668-2100.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 22 - Teddy
Bear Sleepover, 6pm, Hoodland Library, 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches. Kids,
bring your second-most favorite stuffed buddy to the library for a
"special evening." Come in your pajamas if you want, and plan on
having your stuffed buddy stay overnight for a special party. Pick them up the
next day along with pictures of their adventures. Light snack for humans
provided. Info: Molly at mespenel@ci.sandy.or.us, 503-622-3460.
SATURDAY,
JAN 25 - 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Rhododendron Post
Office, 1-3pm at Still Creek Inn, 73365 E Hwy 26, Rhododendron. Guest speakers
from the United States Postal Service and Clackamas County and the State
Legislature. Enjoy some cake and refreshments. Commemorative stamps, envelopes
and post cards available for purchase to be used to specially designed
Centennial postal cancellation.
- Mt.
Hood Cultural Center and Museum's Social History Happy Hour (last Sat each
month). 7pm. 88900 Government Camp Loop, Govt. Camp. Info: 503-272-3301.
SUNDAY,
JAN 26 - Breakfast
at the Sandy Grange, 8-11am (last Sun of every month). 34705 SW Kelso Rd.,
Sandy. Ham, pancakes, eggs cooked to order, juice and coffee. Cost $4. Info:
503-637-6608.
MONDAY,
JAN 27 - Free
food market, 9-10am (last Mon each month) at the parking lot behind Hoodland
Senior Ctr., 65000 Hwy 26, Welches. Open to any person in need. Bring your own
bags. No ID, name or address needed. Info: hoodlandlutheranchurch@gmail.com.
FRIDAY, JAN 31-FEB 2 - Nutz N Boltz Theatre Company presents their annual
fundraiser "In Front of the Philco: A Night of Radio Plays," 28861
Grange Street Boring. Features several famous radio plays from a simpler, more
joyous time. Live sound effects, raffles, games and more. Show times: Friday/Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday
3pm. Tickets available at door or online at http://nnbtheater.com.
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| PUBLIC MEETINGS-
TUESDAYS,
ONGOING - Sandy
Toastmasters weekly meetings, (Lower Rec Room), 6:15-7:30pm, 39495 Cascadia
Village Dr., Sandy. Sandy Toastmasters provides a mutually supportive and
positive learning environment to develop communication and leadership skills.
All that and fun at the same time! Info: Steven Winkler, 503-668-3607,
stevesandy9@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAYS,
ONGOING - Sandy
Area Chamber of Commerce’s Good Morning Sandy, various locations, 7:30am. Info:
503-668-4006, www.sandyoregonchamber.org.
MONDAY,
JAN 6 - Sandy
City Council Meeting, 7pm, (typically first & third Mon each month),
Council Chambers, 39250 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503-668-5533.
TUESDAY,
JAN 7 - Boring
CPO Meeting, 7pm (first Tues each month), Boring Fire Station, 28655 SE Hwy
212, Boring.
- Mount
Hood Area Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting, 8am, (first Tues each month), at
the Mt Hood RV Resort, 65000 Hwy 26, Welches. Info: www.mthoodchamber.com.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 8 - Mt.
Hood Lions Club monthly business meeting, 6:30pm (second Wed each month), at
their building on the corner of E Hwy 26 and E Woodsey Way, Welches. Info:
503-622-4223.
TUESDAY,
JAN 14 - Hoodland
Fire District Board of Directors, 7pm, (second Tues each month), Hoodland Fire
District, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3256, www.hoodlandfire.com.
SATURDAY,
JAN 18 - Rhododendron
CPO meeting, 10:30am-noon (every other month on third Sat), at Mt Hood RV Village, 65000 E Hwy 26, Welches.
Discussion of the Rhododendron Centennial Celebration to take place on Jan 25
and also following up on the ZigZag Integrated Forest Management Program. Info:
rhodycpo@comcast.net.
TUESDAY,
JAN 21 - Disability
Services Advisory Council of Clackamas County (third Tues each month)
1:30-3:30pm, 221 Molalla Ave., Ste 104, Oregon City. Meetings are held in an accessible space.
Issues of the physically disabled community, their families and caregivers.
DSAC reviews Medicaid, state and local issues that may have an impact on
transportation, benefits, housing and other programs for the disabled.
Clackamas Co. residents invited to attend. www.dsac-cc.org.
- Clackamas
Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Meeting, 4-4:10pm, Board of
Directors Meeting, 4:10pm, Clackamas SWCD Office Board Rm., 22055 S Beavercreek
Rd., Beavercreek. The board will meet to discuss District business and
financial transactions. Meeting open to public. Info:
www.conservationdistrict.org.
- Committee
for Citizen Involvement (CCI) of Clackamas County, 7-9pm, (third Tues each
month) Public Services Building, 2051 Kaen Rd., Oregon City. 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.
MONDAY,
JAN 27 - Sandy
River Basin Watershed Council meeting 6:30-8:30pm (meets bimonthly on 4th
Monday) at St. Aidan's Episcopal Church Campus, 17405 NE Glisan St., Portland.
Community members welcome to join the council/board meeting for updates and
other news. Spanish speaking staff present. Info: Steve Wise,
swise@sandyriver.org.
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| DINING-
AL FORNO FERRUZZA, 72385 Hwy 26, Rhododendron.
503-622-1212. Hot oven rustic Sicilian pizza. Open 7 days a week.
BRIGHTWOOD TAVERN, 63010 E Brightwood Bridge Rd.
503-622-1568. Burgers, chicken, soups. Lunch specials. Mon - Fri. Full menu
every night. Happy Hour daily 3:30-6:30
pm. Pool.
COFFEE BREWSTERS, Hoodland Shopping Ctr., 503-622-3396. Espresso,
Scones, Bagels, Sandwiches, Snacks. Free Wi-Fi. Monthly Coffee Special.
DRAGONFLY CAFÉ & BAKERY, Mt Hood Village Resort.
503-622-2400. Home-baked breads, pastries. Dine In/Take Out/Catering/Cocktails.
Fri & Sat Prime Rib/Seafood.
DRAGONFLY BAKERY,
24525 E Welches Rd., Welches, 503-564-9285. Cakes, Pies, Sandwiches and
Breakfast Sandwiches. Cakes and pies!
EL BURRO LOCO, 67149 Hwy 26, Welches. 503-622-6780. Lunch,
Dinner, Mexican favorites, Take out available. Margaritas. Cantina. Patio.
IVY BEAR FAMILY PIZZERIA, 54735 E Hwy 26, Sandy.
503-208-9111. Fresh made pizza, calzones, wings, salads, homemade dressings,
ice cream floats. Wine/Beer/Soda.
MT HOOD BREWING CO, 87304 E Gov’t. Camp Loop, Gov’t Camp.
503-272-3172. Entrees, pizzas. Handcrafted beers. Happy Hour Mon-Thurs
2-6pm/Fri-Sun 4-6 pm. Family friendly.
MT. HOOD OREGON RESORT, Welches. 503-622-2214. Altitude:
B’fast/Lunch/Dinner. Happy Hour/specials. Mallards Café & Pub B’fast at
7am. Lunch/Dinner menu 11am.
MULTORPOR LODGE at Skibowl East, 503-272-3206. OUTBACK
CAFÉ & ESPRESSO at Skibowl, 503-272-3206, RATSKELLER BAR & PIZZERIA,
downtown Gov’t Camp. 503-272-3635. HIGH MOUNTAIN CAFÉ, downtown Gov’t Camp. 503-272-3059.
SKYWAY BAR & GRILL, 71545 Hwy 26, Zigzag.
503-622-3775. Dining, all ages til 10pm. Firepit. Handmade foods, famous mac’n
cheese. Live Music (see lineup).
THE RENDEZVOUS, 67149 Hwy 26. Welches, 503-622-6837.
Lunch & Dinner, fresh local seafood. Grill & Tap Room. Patio. Chef’s
Daily Specials. Wine Down Wed. Take/Bake specials.
THE SHACK, 67350 Hwy 26. Welches. 503-622-3876. B’fast, Lunch & Dinner. Sports
Bar-Big Screen TVs. Taco Tues. Military & Vet Discounts. Free Pool Sun
& Mon. Patio.
TIMBERLINE LODGE, Timberline. 503-272-3267. Cascade
Dining Room - Fine Dining; Ram’s Head
Bar - Casual Dining w/stunning views; Blue Ox Bar - Casual Dining. SUMMIT SKI AREA DINING, Gov't Camp. Lunch, snacks, beverages.
WHISTLE STOP, Hwy 26, Brightwood. 503-622-3440. Homemade
soups & breads. Breakfast until 2pm,
Moon’s famous Whistle Burger, Lunch & Dinner. Fri/Sat Karaoke at
9pm.
COFFEE/ESPRESSO/TEA/SMOOTHIES
COFFEE BREWSTERS, Hoodland Shopping Ctr., 503-622-3396. Espresso,
Scones, Bagels, Sandwiches, Snacks. Free Wi-Fi. Monthly Coffee Special.
MT HOOD ROASTERS, 73451 Hwy 26, Rhododendon (By DQ)
503-622-6574. Espresso, drink specials, outdoor seating, freshly roasted coffee
beans by the pound. Gifts. |
| MUSIC-
DECEMBER Tuesday,
Dec 31 - 26
East (rock n roll - roaring 20s NYE party), 9:30-12:30, Skyway
JANUARY Thursday,
Jan 2 - Open
Mic hosted by Dillon Coran, 9pm, Skyway
Friday,
Jan 3 - Library
Coffee House, Old Barn Preservation Society (old time string band) 6pm, Sandy
Library
- Jon
Tullis, 5-7pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Dead
Lee (gothic folk americana), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Saturday, Jan 4 - Hillstomp (American punk
blues), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Sunday,
Jan 5 - Mark
Cash, 3-5pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Jerry
Meier (rock & roll), 6pm, Skyway
Monday,
Jan 6 - Will
Frank, 6pm, Wraptitude
Thursday,
Jan 9 - Open
Mic hosted by Dillon Coran, 9pm, Skyway
Friday, Jan 10 - Bob
Shoemaker, 5-7pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Muddy
Souls (bluegrass) 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Saturday, Jan 11 - Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
- Countryside
Ride (honky tonk country), 9pm, Skyway
Sunday,
Jan 12 - Gayle
Ritt, 3-5pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Johnny
Franco (jungle folk from Brazil), 7pm, Skyway
Monday,
Jan 13 - Tony
Smiley, 6pm, Wraptitude
Thursday,
Jan 16 - Open
Mic hosted by Dillon Coran, 9pm, Skyway
Friday, Jan 17
- Josh
and Jess, 5-7pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Terry
Robb Trio (blues), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Saturday, Jan 18 - Scott Pemberton Trio
(timber rock), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Sunday,
Jan 19 - Eric
Kallio, 3-5pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Bart
Budwig Band (cosmic country), 6pm, Skyway
Monday,
Jan 20 - Eric
Kallio, 6pm, Wraptitude
Thursday,
Jan 23 - Open
Mic hosted by Dillon Coran, 9pm, Skyway
Friday, Jan 24 - Fingers
and Chilly, 5-7pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Bill
D. Solo (Chicago Blues), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Saturday,
Jan 25 - Lewi
Longmire & The Left Coast Roasters (rock, alt country), Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Sunday,
Jan 26 - Eric
Leadbetter, 3-5pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Timothy
James Duo (blues-rock), 6pm, Skyway
Monday,
Jan 27 - Bob
Voll, 6pm, Wraptitude
- The
Fighty Bitey Terriers (Irish folk rock), 7pm, Skyway
Friday,
Jan 31 - Josh
and Jess, 5-7pm, Rams Head Bar, Timberline
- Band
of Comerados (jam band), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Saturday,
Feb 1 - Wonder
Horse (country indi band), 8pm, Skyway
- Karaoke,
9pm, The Whistle Stop
Music Venues
Rams Head Bar, Timberline
Lodge, Timberline. timberlinelodge.com
Sandy Library, 38980
Proctor Blvd., Sandy. ci.sandy.or.us
The
Skyway Bar & Grill, 71545 E Hwy 26, Zigzag, 503.622.3775.
skywaybarandgrill.com
The
Whistle Stop, E Hwy 26, Brightwood, 503.622.3400
Wraptitude,
67441 E Hwy 26, Welches, 503.622.0893 |
| SENIOR CENTERS-
HOODLAND
SENIOR CTR-65000 E. Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3331. DECEMBER MONDAY,
DEC 30 - Free
Food Market, 9-10am. Food is free and anybody is welcome. Please bring bags or
boxes.
JANUARY There
are many additional outings with the Hoodland Senior Center during January, including
regular shopping trips (Sandy, Jan 15 and 29), lunches out, Spirit Mountain
Casino, Albertina's Place, and the Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust
Education. Please check with the Senior Center for a full list of activities
and to register for the special trips.
The
Center will be closed on Jan 1 (New Year's Day) and Jan 20 (Martin Luther King,
Jr. Day).
Bus
Drivers needed for shopping and day trips. Valid Class C Driver's License and
completion of two classes and a written test (at no cost to you) is
required. Can you help?
Free
Hair Cuts for the home bound. Call the senior center to register at
503-622-3331.
Equipment
Loan Program - walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, shower chairs and commodes. All
at a very affordable rental fee or free to loan.
DAILY - Blood
Pressure checks, 8am-5pm, at Hoodland Fire Dept. No appointment necessary.
MONDAYS - Better
Bones for Balance, 10-11am. Beginning class will improve fitness, strength and
balance. Dress in comfy clothing, sneakers/running shoes.
- Bible
Study, 1pm.
- Hoodland
Ukulele Group (HUG), 2pm. Bring your ukulele or come in to learn how to play.
Anyone who just wants to come in and enjoy the music is also welcome. Info:
Jeff 503-878-3346, HoodlandUkuleleGroup@gmail.com.
TUESDAYS - Tai
Chi Class, 10-11am.
- Knitting
with Valerie, 1pm. Plenty of knitting needles and yarn available or bring your
own.
- Spanish
Classes, 2pm.
WEDNESDAYS - Hoodland
Weight Loss Group, 10-11am. Emphasis on nutrition and exercise. Monthly dues
$5.
- Better
Bones for Balance, 10-11am. Beginning class will improve fitness, strength and
balance. Dress in comfy clothing, sneakers/running shoes.
THURSDAYS - Tai
Chi Class, 10-11am.
- Chi
Kung Class, 11:15-11:45am
- Pinochle
and cards, 1:30pm. Everyone is welcome to come and play.
- Writers'
Workshop, 2-4pm, at Hoodland Lutheran Church (no religious affiliation). Info:
Tommie Kirkendall, 503-622-5127.
TUESDAY,
JAN 14 - Board
Meeting, 10am at the Center. Everyone welcome to share ideas.
- Caregiver
Support Group, 2:30pm (second and fourth Tues each month). Info: Donna,
503-622-3226.
MONDAY,
JAN 27 - Free
Food Market, 9-10am. Food is free and anybody is welcome. Please bring bags or
boxes.
TUESDAY,
JAN 28 - Caregiver
Support Group, 2:30pm (second and fourth Tues each month). Info: Donna,
503-622-3226.
SANDY
SENIOR CTR-38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503-668-5569. DECEMBER
MONDAY,
DEC 30 - Massage,
9-11am. Please schedule a 15 min ($15) or 30 min ($30) massage at the front
desk.
JANUARY There
are many additional outings with the Sandy Senior Center during January,
including regular shopping trips, Breakfast with Friends, The Red, White &
Blue Thrift Store, Dine out at Dolores, Clark Co. Historical Museum &
Golden Corral for Lunch, Sandy Actor's Theater, Sandy Historical Soc. &
Brady's Brats & Burgers, Great Train Show at the Portland Expo, movies and
local lunches out. Please check with the Senior Center for a full list of
activities at ci.sandy.or.us and to register for special trips.
The
center will be closed on Jan 1 - New Year's Day, and Jan 20 - Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day.
Volunteer
Drivers needed to drive seniors from Sandy and Boring to medical appointments
throughout the area. Gas mileage reimbursement.
MONDAYS - Silvertones
Music Group, 10am. New members welcome at all times.
- Pinochle,
1pm. Everyone welcome.
- Oil
Painting, 1pm. Bring your own project and supplies.
- Bridge,
6:30pm. Veteran players and newcomers welcome.
TUESDAYS - Functional
Fitness. 11am. Increase flexibility and strength. Chair support if needed.
- Tai
Chi, 1-2pm.
WEDNESDAYS - Silvertones
Music Group, 10am. New members welcome at all times.
- A
Change of Pace, 12:30-4:30pm. Appropriately structured activities for
individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia disorders. Cost: $14
for 4 hours. More info: 503-668-5569.
- Cribbage
lessons & games, 1-3pm. All welcome. Lessons for those new to the game.
THURSDAYS - Shopping,
9am-2pm. Van rides to local stores for shopping needs. Donation $1.50.
Reservations required.
- Functional
Fitness, 11am. Increase flexibility and strength. Chair support if needed.
FRIDAYS
TUESDAY,
JAN 7 - Blood
Pressure Clinic, 11am
THURSDAY,
JAN 9 - Law
Project, 9am-12pm. BY APPT. ONLY. Legal help offered, 30-min appt.
MONDAY,
JAN 13 - Birthday
Party, 11:45am-1pm. Come for lunch, have a piece of birthday cake.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 15 - Bingo,
12:45pm, location varies.
- Alzheimer's
Support Group, 1-3pm.
TUESDAY,
JAN 21 - Blood
Pressure Clinic, 11am
- "Bridge
Stories," a story telling slide show. 1pm. See images of surprising,
amazing and one-of-a-kind bridges from all over the world.
TUESDAY,
JAN 28 - Bingo,
12:45pm, location varies
FRIDAY,
JAN 31 - A
Change of Pace (additional service), 12:30-4:30pm. Appropriately structured
activities for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia
disorders. Cost: $14 for 4 hours. More info: 503-668-5569.
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| SUPPORT GROUPS/SERVICES-
MONDAYS - The
Grief Support Group (sponsored by Mt Hood Hospice) meets 2-3:30pm each Monday,
Trinity Lutheran Church, 507 W Powell Blvd., Gresham. No charge, but
registration is required. For more information call Cindy Johnson,
503-668-5545.
- Estacada
Friendship Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7pm, St. Aloysius Community Hall, 297 N.
Broadway Street, Estacada.
- Sandy
Discovery Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7pm, Foursquare Church of Sandy, 39300
Dubarko Drive, Sandy.
TUESDAYS - Sandy
Courage to Change Alcoholics Anonymous (Ongoing recovery meeting), 2pm. Sandy
Actors Theatre, 17333 Meinig, Sandy.
- Lightening
Our Load 12-Step Meeting-Eating Disorders Anonymous & Codependents
Anonymous, 5-5:45pm, Sandy Community Ctr., 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Do you desire to recover from eating
disorders or from care-taking others at the expense of your own health and
serenity? Anyone dealing with both EDA or CoDA concerns is welcome. No dues or
fees. Info: lighteningourload12@gmail.com, 503-330-0900.
- Sandy
Principles and Progress - Al Anon Family Group, 5:45-6:30pm, Sandy Community
Ctr., 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy.
- Sandy
Discovery Group-Alcoholics Anonymous (Sandy Women's meeting-closed meeting),
6:30-7:30pm, Immanuel Church, Fellowship Hall, 39901 Pleasant Street, Sandy.
- Sandy
Tuesday Night-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30-9pm, Sandy Community Ctr, 38348
Pioneer Blvd., Sandy.
WEDNESDAYS - Clackamas
Women's Services offers a free domestic violence support group, 11:30am-1pm,
(each Wed). A Safe Place, Family Justice Ctr. for Clackamas Co., 256 Warner
Milne Rd, Oregon City. If you would like support from healing in an abusive
relationship, join in this confidential group. Bring your lunch or snack if you
wish. Info: CWS Crisis and Support Line, 503-654-2288; A Safe Place,
503-655-8600.
- Courage
to Change Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 12-1pm, Lutheran Church, 39901 Pleasant
St., (lower level), Sandy.
- Courage
to Change Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 5:30-6:30pm, Immanuel Church, Upstairs,
39901 Pleasant St., Sandy.
- Al-Anon,
6-7pm, St John in the Woods Catholic Church, 24905 Woodsey Way, Welches.
- Welches
Timberline Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30-9pm, St. John in the Woods Church,
24905 Woodsey Way, Welches.
THURSDAYS - Welches
Timberline Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30-7:30pm, St. John in the Woods
Church, 24905 Woodsey Way, Welches.
- Sandy
Discovery Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7-8pm, Foursquare Church of Sandy, 39300
Dubarko Drive, Sandy.
FRIDAYS - Welches
Timberline Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, Woodsey Way Women's AA - closed meeting.
6-7pm, St. John in the Woods Church, 24905 Woodsey Way, Welches.
- Estacada
Friendship Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7pm, St. Aloysius Community Hall, 297 N.
Broadway Street, Estacada.
- Sandy
Discovery Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7-8:15pm, Foursquare Church of Sandy,
39300 Dubarko Drive, Sandy.
SATURDAYS - Welches
Timberline Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 5-6pm, St. John in the Woods Church, 24905
Woodsey Way, Welches.
SUNDAYS - Sandy
Discovery Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 9-10:15am, Living Way Fellowship
Foursquare Church, 39300 Dubarko Road, Sandy.
- Grace
in Govy-Alcoholics Anonymous, 5:30-7:30pm every Sunday at Mt Hood Cultural
Center & Museum, Government Camp.
- Welches
Timberline Group-Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30-9pm, St. John in the Woods Church, 24905
Woodsey Way, Welches.
THURSDAY,
JAN 16 - Veteran's
assistance, 9:30am-noon, Sandy VFW Hall, 38452 Proctor Blvd., Sandy (third
Thurs of month). Janice Tafoya, Veterans Service Officer for Clackamas County,
will assist veterans on a first-come, first-served basis. Or schedule an
appointment at Clackamas County Veterans Service Office, 1810 Red Soils Court,
Oregon City at 503-605-5631.
SATURDAY,
JAN 18 - NAMI
Family Support Group, 9-10:30am, (third Sat each month) Immanuel Lutheran Church,
39901 Pleasant Street, Sandy (behind police station). Please enter by the back
door. This is a family support group for loved ones of persons with a mental
illness. Info: Blythe Nordbye, 503-680-2849, blythenordbye@gmail.com.
MONDAY,
JAN 20 - Free
Live Music & Socializing, an event for individuals with early to moderate
Alzheimer's, dementia, or memory loss and their family and friends. 12-1:30pm
at Sunrise Center, 18901 E Burnside, Gresham. Info/RSVP
Loriann.McNeill@multco.us, 503.988.8210. Drop ins also welcome.
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ONGOING - Sandy
School Based Health Center, Mon-Fri 7am-3pm for Oregon Trail School District
Students, grades K-12 at Sandy High School (east entrance) while school is in
session. Provides a range of medical services, including injury and illness
diagnosis and treatment, physicals, screenings, lab tests, immunizations and
more. Students and families are not billed for services - insurance is billed
when available. Info/Appt: 503-668-3483. Also open to everyone from 3pm-8pm
Mon-Fri. Call 503-655-8471 to schedule appt. www.clackamas.us/healthcenters.
MONDAYS - Hoodland
Ukulele Group (HUG), 2pm. at Hoodland Senior Center, 65000 Hwy 26, Welches. All
levels welcome. Bring your ukulele or come in to learn how to play. Anyone who
just wants to come in and enjoy the music is also welcome. Donations gladly
accepted but not required. Info: Jeff 503-878-3346,
HoodlandUkuleleGroup@gmail.com.
TUESDAYS - Preschool Story Time and Me and My Playgroup, 10-11am,
Sandy Public Library, 38980
Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Book
a Librarian, 2-6pm, Hoodland Public Library, 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches. Make
an appointment or drop in for assistance from a reference librarian with
research, using library resources. Info: hoodlandlibrary@ci.sandy.or.us or
503-622-3460.
- "Read
to the Dog," 3:30pm, Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy.
Kids learning to read can practice their skills. Reading to a dog will help
struggling kids gain confidence in a no-stress, non-judgmental environment.
Call 503-668-5537 to make a 15-min appointment for your child. Info: Monica
Smith, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
WEDNESDAYS - Teen
Space Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30pm, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Weekly
program provides teens, ages 12-17 or grades 6-12, a dedicated space to hang
out, watch YouTube on the big screen, play Wii, board games, listen to music,
do arts and crafts (supplied), and connect with a community. Popcorn, water,
and juice provided. Monthly there will be a special Teen Space program
including virtual reality gaming, making mug cakes in the microwave, and making
chai tea from scratch.
- Community
Acupuncture with Stacey McCarthy, L. Ac of Mountain Acupuncture, 5-7pm.
Relaxation and pain relief in a friendly group setting. Cost: $30. Call
503-754-9053 to sign up.
- Silent
meditation and discussion with Wy'East Zen Center, meeting at Celtic Spirit
Yoga, 38736 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. 6:30-8pm. Doors open at 5:45pm. The forms are
Soto Zen but all faith traditions are welcome. Beginner instruction is
available. Info: Emile Cartoun, 503-997-3193, emilie@wyeastzencenter.org.
THURSDAYS - Wee Ones Story Time, 10-11am,
Sandy Library, 38980
Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Appropriate for children 6
months to 3 years old. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Weekly
Story Time, 2-2:30pm, Hoodland Public Library, 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches.
Appropriate for children through preschool age. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Writers' Workshop, 2-4pm,
Hoodland Lutheran Church (no religious affiliation), 59151 Hwy 26, Brightwood.
Donations gladly accepted but not required. Info: Tommie Kirkendall,
503-622-5127.
- Youth Art Class, 4-5:30pm, Sandy Public
Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. In partnership with Wy'east Artisans
Guild. For 1st-6th graders. Preschooler activities available with a parent
present. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
- "Read
to the Dog," 6-7pm, (every other Thursday) Sandy Public Library, 38980
Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Kids learning to read can practice their skills. Reading
to a dog will help struggling kids gain confidence in a no-stress,
non-judgmental environment. Call 503-668-5537 to make a 15-min appointment for
your child. Info: Monica Smith, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
SATURDAYS - Saturday
Afternoon Kids' Club, 1-2pm, Hoodland Public Library, 24525 E. Welches Rd. (1st
Sat Art Club, 2nd Sat Lego Club, 4th Sat Lego Club), ages 6-12. Legos and art
supplied provided. Info: hoodlandlibrary@ci.sandy.or.us or 503-622-3460.
- Saturday
Afternoon Kids' Club, 2-4pm, Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy.
(1st Sat LEGO Club; 2nd Sat Arts and Crafts; 3rd Sat Pokemon; 4th Sat Science.
Ages 6-12. Info: Monica, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAY,
JAN 2 - Sandy
Kiwanis, 6:30pm, (first & third Thurs) at Stephanie's Cafe, 39400 Pioneer
Blvd., Sandy. Order off the menu. Info: www.sandykiwanis.org, 503-819-0511.
MONDAY,
JAN 6 - Hoodland
Women's Club Meeting, 11:30am, Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery, 65000 Hwy 26
(located at the Mt Hood Village RV Resort), Welches. All women ages 18 up are
welcome to attend. Speaker: Kristin Rian of Clackamas County Arts Alliance. For
more details call President Marci Slater at 503-622-1986. or Cindy Fetty, fettycindya@gmail.com.
Info: hoodlandwomensclub.org.
- Men's
Book Club, 7-9pm, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Discussing "Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage
Murders and the Birth of the FBI" by David Grann. Info: Susie,
sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 8 - Prime
Timers Dining Club for singles age 50 and up. Meeting at Heidi's Restaurant,
1230 NE Cleveland Ave., Gresham, 503-667-4200. Come and start some new
friendships! (typically first Wed each month, but meeting in Jan on the 8th).
Social Time 6pm, dinner at 6:30pm. Dinner is Dutch treat. Info:
www.PrimeTimersDiningClub, Pat, 503-936-5861.
THURSDAY,
JAN 9 - Women's
Book Club, 7-9pm, Sandy Public Library (second Thurs each month). 38980 Proctor
Blvd., Sandy. Discussing "There There," by Tommy Orange. Info: Susie Jenkins, sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
FRIDAY,
JAN 10 - Sandy
VFW Post 4273 Auxiliary Monthly Meeting, 6pm, (second Fri each month) at VFW
Hall, 38452 Proctor Blvd., Sandy.
SATURDAY,
JAN 11 - Meet a Scientist at OMSI, 1-4pm, OMSI, 1945 SE Water Street, Portland. Features local scientists who share
their research and knowledge with you through hands-on activities and
conversation. Info: www.omsi.edu.
- Teen
Paint Night, 7-8:30pm, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Registration
for this event is required. Event hosted by Melissa Lawrence. Registration info
and questions, Rebecca Robinowitz, rrobinowitz@ci.sandy.or.us, 503-668-5537.
MONDAY,
JAN 13 - Gardening
for Wildlife, 6:30pm., Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. A guide to
creating healthy, water-efficient and pesticide-free gardens with Suzi
Cloutier, Stewardship & Communications Mgr with the Clackamas River Basin
Council. Info: Susie Jenkins, sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Clackamas
County Master Gardeners, 7-8pm, Milwaukie Center, 5440 SE Kellog Creek Dr.,
Milwaukie. Speaker: Kaci Buhl, from OSU Dept of Environmental & Molecular
Toxicology - Topic: Glyphosate: How to
Think about Risk and Safety. Program is free and open to public. Info:
www.clackamascountymastergardeners.org.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 15 - Hoodland
Book Group, 6:30-8:30pm, Hoodland Public Library, 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches.
Discussing "Into the Beautiful North" by Luis Alberto Urrea. Info:
Dianne Downey, ddowney@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAY,
JAN 16 - Sandy
Kiwanis, 6:30pm, (first & third Thurs) at Stephanie's Cafe, 39400 Pioneer
Blvd., Sandy. Order off the menu. Info: www.sandykiwanis.org, 503-819-0511.
FRIDAY,
JAN 17 - Sandy
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4273 Meeting, 6pm, (third Fri each month), VFW
Hall, 38452 Proctor Blvd., Sandy.
WEDNESDAY,
JAN 22 - Teen
Space explores VR: Beat Saber, Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, 2:30-4:30pm,
Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Immerse yourself directly with
virtual reality into a three-dimensional, computer-generated world. Info:
Rebecca, rrobinowitz@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Mt
Hood Lions Club (fourth Weds each month), 6:30pm, Social Time, 7 pm, Dinner
meeting. At their building on the corner of E Hwy 26 and E Woodsey Way,
Welches. Info: 503-622-4223.
SATURDAY,
JAN 25 - Sandy
Seed Library's 3rd Annual Seed Swap, 10-11:30am, Sandy Library, 38980 Proctor
Blvd., Sandy. All gardeners welcome to the swap. Bring your organic, non-GMO
seeds to share. Make and take your own seed tape, with Master Gardener Cindy
Manselle (materials provided). Not required that you donate seeds to be able to
participate, but please only take what you need for your garden so there is
plenty for everyone. Raffle too! Info: Susie Jenkins, sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
- Meet a Scientist at OMSI, 1-4pm, OMSI, 1945 SE Water Street, Portland. Features local scientists who share
their research and knowledge with you through hands-on activities and
conversation. Info: www.omsi.edu.
TUESDAY,
JAN 28 - Clackamas
County House District 52 Oregon Trail Democrats, 7pm, (typically fourth Tues
each month), Clackamas Co. Bank Sunset Room, 38935 Proctor Blvd., Sandy.
Everyone is welcome! Info: Susan Gates, 503-668-9628,
www.oregontraildemocrats.org.
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- If
you're a veteran and need information regarding VA benefits, counseling,
healthcare, home loans, etc. call 503-650-5631 or e-mail
veterans@co.clackamas.or.us.
- The
Sandy Community Action Center at 38982 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy, is the food pantry
for residents from Boring to Government Camp. The Center provides emergency
food assistance to those in need. The pantry is open for income-eligible people
from 10am-4pm Wed & Fri and 10am-1pm Sat. Proof that you reside in the
Oregon Trail School District is required. Food boxes through the community
Basket Program are available on the third Thursday of the month from 9am to
Noon. Info: www.sandyactioncenter.org, 503-668-4746.
- Hoodland
Library's community room available for use by groups. Reservation requirements.
Call for more information, 503-622-3460.
- Cultural
Pass Express: Your LINCC to adventure. A free service provided by libraries in
Clackamas Co. that provides instant online access to free and low-cost passes
to museums, gardens, and other local venues. Log in to your LINCC account to
make a reservation.
- Transit
tokens at the Sandy and Hoodland Libraries. Daily unlimited ride passes for SAM
and Mt Hood Express ($5); SAM/STAR 24 trip passes ($20); SAM/STAR monthly
passes ($30); SAM/STAR 5 individual ride tokens ($5). Info:
www.ci.sandy.or.us/fares.
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- Love
horses? Volunteer with Zeb's Wish Equine Sanctuary. For more info, call
503-341-1102, zebswish@gmail.com.
- The
Hoodland and Sandy Senior Centers needs Bus Drivers for shopping and summer day trips.
Valid Class C Driver's License and completion of two classes and a written test
(at no cost to you) is required. Can you
help? Info: 503-622.3331 (Hoodland), 503-668-5569 (Sandy).
- Sandy
Fire District has opened recruitment for volunteer firefighters through Nov 1.
Application pkts available from 8-5pm, M-F at the main station located at 17460
Bruns Ave, Sandy. Also available for download at www.sandyfire.org.
- C.E.R.T.
(Community Emergency Response Team). Call the Hoodland Fire District for
further information. Do you have what it takes? 503-622-3256,
hoodland@hoodlandfire.org.
- Consider
being a volunteer at the Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum, Government
Camp. Hours and days very flexible. Call the museum at 503-272-3301 or drop by
if interested.
- Guide
Dogs for the Blind, Sandy, has various volunteer opportunities. Info:
www.guidedogs.com, 503-668-2100.
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RECREATION PROVIDERS
- Summit
Ski Area. Open Thurs-Mon, 9am-4pm. Tubing, skiing, snowboarding, lessons.
summitskiarea.com.
- Timberline
Lodge & Ski Area. Year-round skiing/snowboarding, lodge tours.
503-622-7979, www.timberlinelodge.com.
- Mt.
Hood Adventure Park at Skibowl. Skiing,
Snowboarding, Cosmic Tubing. Info: www.skibowl.com or
503-222-2695.
- The
Fly Fishing Shop. Equipment, information, instruction. 503-622-4607, www.flyfishusa.com.
- Mount
Hood Oregon Resort, Welches. Golf, Croquet, Spa, Dining. 503-622-3101,
www.mthood-resort.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.
- 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 (except Christmas & New Year), 9am-5pm, 503-272-3301,
www.mthoodmuseum.org. Brochures, maps, guide books, passes, etc.
- Mt.
Hood Adventures, 88335 E. Government Camp Loop, Government Camp. Open daily, 9am-6pm
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 am – 4:30 pm (closed for lunch noon – 1 pm). 503-622-3191, Ext.
668, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood.
- Sandy
Historical Society Museum, 39345 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Open 7 days/wk. Mon-Sat
10-4 pm, Sun 12-4 pm Free Admission. 503-668-3378, sandyhistorical@sandynet.org,
www.sandyhistorical.org.
- The
Mt Hood Area Chamber of Commerce, 503-622-3017, mthoodareachamber@gmail.com, www.mthoodchamber.com.
- Sandy
Area Chamber of Commerce, 503-668-4006, sandyoregonchamber.org.
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