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The Estacada News, Sep 9, 2009, Updated Oct 30, 2009

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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

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