Around Town...
..and Community Calendar
City seeking public comment on hazard-mitigation plan
The city of Estacada, in partnership with Clackamas County, has drafted a natural hazards mitigation plan and is seeking public comment on the planning document. Citizens are encouraged to view the plan and submit comments at www.cityofestacada.org before Sept. 24.
City manager hosts meeting about local economy Sept. 15
Estacada City Manager Bill Elliott will host an evening meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 15, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Mason Building, 366 S. Broadway, to discuss potential business opportunities in Estacada, recruiting and keeping businesses, urban renewal, the Highway 224 improvement project and other topics. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Estacada City Hall at 503-630-8270.
Sandy Fire hosts blood drive Sept. 16
The Sandy Fire Department and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Sept. 16, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., 17460 Bruns Ave., in Sandy.
Any healthy person age 17 (or age 16 with signed American Red Cross parental consent form) or older and weighing at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. Valid identification is required for all blood donations. All eligible donors are asked to schedule an appointment to donate blood by going to www.givelife.org, sponsor code: SandyComm or call the American Red Cross at 503-528-5603. For more information, call the Sandy Fire Department at 503-668-8093.
Eagle Creek Grange hosts blood drive Sept. 24
The Eagle Creek Grange, 24491 S.E. Eagle Creek Road, will host a blood drive on Sept. 24, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call the American Red Cross at 503-528-5603 to make an appointment.
ECC hosts bingo, zoo trip for seniors
The Estacada Community Center will host a bingo lunch on Sept. 11 beginning at noon, and celebrate September birthdays. On Sept. 15, the ECC will host a Senior Safari for $15 per person that includes transportation, sack lunch and admission to the Oregon Zoo. Trip departs at 9 a.m.; please arrive early, reservations required. For more information, call 503-630-7454.
Clackamas Valley Baptist Church kicks off TeamKid program
The Clackamas Valley Baptist Church, 29275 S.E. Eagle Creek Road, will host the kick-off to its TeamKid program on Sept. 16, beginning at 6:45 p.m. The free program for youth in kindergarten through sixth grade includes games and activities based on the theme, "Step Out - The Courage to Do What is Right."
A separate program will also be available for older youth. The event begins a series of weekly meetings for the TeamKid program, held each Wednesday from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bus service will be available as needed. For more information, call the church at 503-630-5484 or Bobbie Curry at 503-630-7124.
PAGE hosts Monday theater nights this fall
Join the Performing Arts Group of Estacada in the Floral Room of the Estacada Public Library on select Monday evenings at 7 p.m. for improv games, skits, and one-acts, as they gear up for their spring production. PAGE member Andrew Gilford will lead the games. Bring in work that you have written--a skit, or a one-act play--with copies for the actors. Give your work a chance to be seen live in the Floral Room, and to be considered for inclusion in the spring production. Ages 8 to adult. Sept. 21, Oct. 5 and 19, Nov. 2, 16 and 30.
Estacada Heroes seeking names of local military personnel, veterans
Estacada Heroes is in need of assistance from the community in collecting the names of any Estacada Area Veterans, past, present, or currently serving in a branch of the U.S. military.
If you are from the Estacada Area and are a current member of the US military or an honorably discharged Veteran, please submit your name, rank, branch of service, dates of service, conflicts served in if any, and contact information.
Send information to: estacadaheroes@yahoo.com or go to www.estacadaheroes.com. Estacada military personnel and veterans will be honored as part of the Veterans Day parade and celebration on Nov. 11.
New Hours for Farmers Market
The Estacada Farmers Market is now open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 280 S. Broadway, through October. At this time of year, the market features fresh fruits and vegetables from local growers. Vendors will also be selling fresh strawberries and bouquets, honey, farm-fresh eggs, nursery stock, locally grown flowers and other items. Market Manager Debra Bufton is looking for musicians to perform on Saturday at the Farmers Market. For more information, contact Bufton at 503-630-4490 or visit www.estacadafarmersmarket.4t.com.
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings weekly
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday at 7 p.m. and every Friday at 8 p.m. at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 297 N.W. Broadway.
‘Catholics Returning Home’ begins Oct. 7
On Oct. 7, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 297 N.W. Broadway, will begin a six-week series, called “Catholics Returning Home,” held at 7 p.m. each Wednesday at St. Aloysius Parish Education Center. These sessions are for non-practicing Catholics who are seeking answers to questions about returning to the church. For more information, call Steve Schmidt at 503-637-3095 or the St. Aloysius Catholic Church office at 503-630-2416.
Curves accepting school supplies
Curves’ fifth annual school supply drive began Sept. 1. Join Curves for $49 when you either buy or donate $10 worth of school supplies, through the month of September. All donations given to local schools. Curves members who bring supplies in will be entered into a drawing for a free month. For more information, call Susan at 503-630-7551 or stop by Curves, 321 S.W. Hwy. 224 (next to Subway).
Mini Glow Bang Open Sept. 12
Estacada Area Events will host the Mini Glow Bang Open Golf Tournament and Putting Challenge on Sept. 12 at Springwater Golf Course, 25230 S. Wallens Road, Estacada. Par 3 hole prizes up to $10,000. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m., rain or shine. Four-person scramble; individuals and groups fewer than four paired up at registration. Shotgun start at 8 p.m. All proceeds support Estacada’s Fourth of July Big Bank Fireworks show. E-mail or sign up at golfscramble@estacadaareaevents.com. or EstacadaAreaEvents.com. $75 per person, tax deductible. Glow golf balls/attire, hamburgers/hot dogs included.
EHS Class of ’74 Reunion Sept. 12
Estacada High School Class of 1974 will hold their 35th reunion on Sept. 12 in the Mountain View Banquet Room at the Mountain View Golf Club in Boring, 27195 SE Kelso Rd. The reunion starts at 5 p.m. and continues on-site until 10 or 11 p.m. Cost is $20 per person. For information, contact Clee at 503-459-2927 or e-mail Teresa at tdwachs@comcast.net.
Barton reunion potluck Sept. 12
The Barton-area Reunion will take place on Sept. 12 at Barton Park, 19009 S.E. Barton Park Road, Boring, at Area 1 (covered). Potluck starts at 12:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Bring own plates, utensils, drinks. Any history or stories of the Barton area very welcome. Participants invited to come share their favorite dish and memories of days gone by and, if they don’t have any to tell, to come and listen to others’ stories. For information, call 503-637-3812.
Book Nook needs volunteers
Estacada Library Foundation’s Book Nook, corner of 3rd and Main, seeking volunteers to work at store on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Retail experience not necessary, but helpful; four-hour time block preferred. Applications available at Book Nook (yellow sandwich sign is out front if they are open). For information, call manager Linda Arnett at 503-630-6961 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Down the River Cleanup Sept. 13
The Clackamas River Basin Council will host the 7th annual Down the River Cleanup on Sept. 13, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Barton Park. From there, volunteers will disperse to clean up a 14-mile stretch along the Clackamas River.
Following the cleanup, the Clackamas River Basin Council will host a free post-event barbecue with live music, a silent auction and a raffle. For more information, contact Cheryl McGinnis at 503-558-0550 or e-mail Cheryl@clackamasriver.org.
Clackamas Women’s Services open Tuesday at library
Clackamas Women’s services will host drop-in hours from 10 a.m. to noon at Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St., on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The Oregon City-based non-profit provides counseling, intervention, housing and other assistance to women in need in Clackamas County. For more information, call 503-722-2366.
Church seeks food donations to supplement state program
St. Aloysius and St. Vincent DePaul in Estacada are seeking food donations to supplement a state program sponsored by the Oregon Food Bank. Cutbacks have forced the Oregon Food Bank to eliminate one of two monthly food deliveries in Estacada, but the church wants to continue to provide two distribution days to those in need.
Donations are needed to continue the program with distribution on the first and third Tuesday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. Food and cash donations can be made at St. Aloysius Catholic Church at 295 S. Broadway.
Club offers gun sighting
The Estacada Rod and Gun Club, 23400 S.E. Creek Road, is hosting public sight days to help local residents sight hunting rifles and legal hunting handguns. The service is available daily through Oct. 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends; and Oct. 10-11, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $5 per gun; includes target. Ear protection required.
Infant, toddler playgroup at library Sept. 10
Parents with infants and toddlers ages newborn to five years are invited to attend a playgroup at the Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade Street, on Sept. 10 beginning at 10:30 a.m. The playgroup meets each Thursday in the Flora Room at the library. For more information, contact Tracy at 503-318-9913 or by e-mail at tracy@thepiercys.net
School supply donations wanted
The Estacada Area Food Bank, 200 S.W. Club House Drive, is accepting school supply donations to help students prepare for the 2009-10 school year. In addition, retailers Office Depot and Target give a cash bonus to Estacada schools when customers shop at the stores. Customers must mention one of Estacada’s schools at the time of purchase for the school to receive credit. Contact the Estacada Area Food Bank, 503-630-2888, or Northwest Technologies, 503-630-2030, for more information.
Foundation launches EHS alumni association
The Estacada Community Foundation has initiated plans to establish an Estacada High School alumni association to mark the 100th anniversary of the first graduating class in 1910. The purpose of the alumni association is to encourage ongoing alumni interest and support for the pursuit of educational excellence at EHS. Proposed plans include developing a searchable database of alumni, archives, history (centennial book), and website. For more information, contact the Estacada Community Foundation at 503-630-4483 or visit www.ecf1.org.
CWS will offer volunteer training in October
Clackamas Women’s Services is offering free volunteer training in October. CWS provides domestic and sexual violence support to Clackamas County residents. Fall volunteer training comprises 36 hours of weekday evenings and Saturday sessions during October. Individuals who complete training will answer crisis line, volunteer as legal advocates or work with families and children. Contact Emily Sturm at emilys@cwsor.org or call 503-654-2807 for information and/or application.
Best Dam Run registration opens
Registration is now open for the 26th annual Best Dam Run 10K road race and walk along the Clackamas River in Estacada on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009.
Online registration is $15 until Sept. 1 at www.orrc.net ($20 for advanced and $25 on race day). Participants may also register at Pace Setter Athletic at 4506 S.E. Woodstock in Portland through Sept. 22. Free socks if you register at the store. Long sleeve microfiber T-shirts are $20 while supplies last.
Participants will meet at Estacada City Hall at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 26 for a bus ride to the starting line. The 6.2-mile race ends at Broadway Street in downtown Estacada.
Engraved bricks for sale to support Veterans Memorial
Engraved bricks are available for purchase to support the Estacada Veterans Memorial and help build a wall honoring local veterans. Order forms are available at Estacada True Value, Estacada City Hall, and Viewpoint Restaurant and Grocery. The bricks are $50 each, and Mayor Becky Arnold was first to support the memorial. “I think the Estacada Veterans Memorial is a great asset to the city," Arnold said. “I’m proud to have my daughter’s name up there, along with other Estacada-area veterans.”
For more information, call Dennis Dahrens, 503-630-3403.
Pet food donations wanted at food bank
The Estacada Area Food Bank is in need of donated pet food for dogs and cats. Dry or canned pet food can be donated at Estacada Junior High School, 500 N.E. Main St.; the Book Nook, 303 N.E. Main St.; or the Estacada Area Food Bank, 200 S.W. Club House Drive. For more information, call 503-630-2888.
City Hall collecting used printer cartridges
Estacada City Hall collects used printer cartridges all year to raise money for Relay for Life. Drop off cartridges at Estacada City Hall, 475 S.E. Main, or contact Tracy Hovda at 503-630-8270 x201 or at Hovda@cityofestacada.org.
Two-dollar Tuesday lunch at ECC
The Estacada Community Center hosts Two-dollar Tuesdays, serving a soup and sandwich lunch at noon each Tuesday for $2. The ECC also serves breakfast each Wednesday beginning at 9 a.m. for $3, and dinner on Friday beginning at 5 p.m. for $7. Meals served by the ECC are open to all ages in the community. For more information, call the ECC at 503-630-7454.
Registration open for youth soccer
Estacada Youth Soccer registration is currently open for the fall season. Costs: $60 for grades K-3; $70 for grades 4-8. Registration forms are available at local schools, The Artsmith, 325 S. Broadway, or at www.estacadayouthsoccer.org. A limited number of reduced fees are available for those who qualify. For more information, contact Kellie at 503-630-2977.
Vendors wanted for First Friday events
On Oct. 2, the City of Estacada will close Broadway in the downtown area for First Friday, sponsored by The Spiral Gallery, Pasha Boutique and area businesses. Vendors are wanted for the First Friday event that will be held on Oct. 2. For more information about vendor opportunities, call Steve at 503-637-2742.
Foundation seeks flatbed trailer for parades
The Estacada Community Foundation is looking for a flatbed trailer to be donated and used as a float in parades. For more information, call 503-630-4483.
Youth football sign-ups continue
Youth Football is accepting registrations for the fall season. Costs: $80 due at sign-ups, plus $85 due first day of practice. Flag football registration also available for kindergarten through third grade students. Costs: $45. Online registration available at www.rangerfootball.org. For more information, contact Zoe at 503-307-0941.
Group adds donation drop box in Estacada
Volunteers of America Oregon has added a donation drop box to the Estacada community. The new donation drop box is located in the parking lot at Whispering Pines Senior Village, 525 N.W. 6th Ave. Acceptable donations include gently used clothing, shoes, and household items. Furniture is not currently being accepted.
Blue Heaven Riding Academy seeks volunteers
The Blue Heaven Therapeutic Riding Academy is seeking quality volunteers to work with horses and disabled riders. Volunteers also groom and tack up the horses and assist riders with mounting and dismounting. For more information, visit the academy at 40285 S.E. George Road Tuesday through Saturday, www.blueheavenacademy.org, or call 503-630-2250.
I Jen Neh performs at Scenes ‘n Beans Friday
I Jen Neh performs African music at Scenes n’ Beans, 262 S. Broadway, every Friday at 8 p.m. For more information, call 503-630-6782.
Volunteer opportunities at Philip Foster Farm
The Philip Foster Farm has volunteer opportunities from now through Labor Day in early September. Volunteers help with tours, pioneer camps, setup for meals, hosting, food service and cleanup at various events throughout the season.
For more information, visit www.philipfosterfarm.com or call 503-637-6324.
SEPTEMBER 9
7 a.m.: Estacada Toastmasters, Estacada Public Library
9 a.m.: Estacada Community Center breakfast, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Yellow House Thrift Store open, 244 N.W. Zobrist St.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Garfield Skip-A-Week Quilt Club, Garfield Grange, 33460 S.E. Divers Road
SEPTEMBER 10
10:30 a.m.: Infant, toddler playgroup, Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade Street
SEPTEMBER 11
Noon: Bingo lunch, Estacada Community Center, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
5 p.m.: Estacada Community Center dinner, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
8 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 297 N.W. Broadway
8 p.m.: I Jen Neh, African music, Scenes ‘n Beans, 262 S. Broadway
SEPTEMBER 12
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Estacada Farmers Market, 280 S. Broadway
12:30 p.m.: Barton reunion potluck, Barton Park, 19009 S.E. Barton Park Road, Boring
5 p.m.: EHS Class of ’74 reunion, Mountain View Golf Club, 27195 SE Kelso Rd., Boring
6:30 p.m.: Mini Glow Bang Open, Springwater Golf Course, 25230 S. Wallens Road
SEPTEMBER 13
9:30 a.m.: Down the River Cleanup, Barton Park, 19009 S.E. Barton Park Road, Boring
SEPTEMBER 14
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Yellow House Thrift Store open, 244 N.W. Zobrist St.
6 p.m.: Meditation class, Hidden Lake Retreat, Eagle Creek (e-mail to Judith@hiddenlakeretreat.org. for directions)
6:30 p.m.: Clackamas Valley Baptist Church grief/share meeting, 29275 S.E. Eagle Creek Road
7 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 297 N.W. Broadway
7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.: Fitness aerobics class, Estacada First Baptist Church, 478 N.W. Wade St.
SEPTEMBER 15
8:30 a.m.: Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, Estacada Community Center, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
9 a.m.: Senior Safari zoo trip, Estacada Community Center, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
10 a.m. to Noon: Clackamas Women's Services, Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St.
Noon: Two-dollar Tuesday lunch, Estacada Community Center, 200 S.W. Clubhouse Drive
6:30 p.m.: Meeting with City Manager Elliott, Mason Building, 366 S. Broadway
7 p.m.: Open adult volleyball, River Mill Elementary School, 850 N. Broadway