Estacada
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Celebrate National Night Out with double the fun in Estacada on Aug. 6
Estacadians have two opportunities to build community and celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Estacada’s Traffic and Public Safety Committee is hosting it’s second annual National Night Out from 5-8 p.m. in the parking lot across from Estacada Rural Fire District, located at 502 S.E. Main. The event will feature local vendors, nonprofit organizations, local businesses, the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office and the Estacada Fire Department. ...
Splash Day to return to Gresham Arts Plaza for summer fun
Dry children beware — Gresham firefighters and police officers are ready to get revenge during a summer event that has the young and young-at-heart join in a massive “splash battle.” Splash Day, hosted by The SDF Collective, returns noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Gresham Arts Plaza, 401 N.E. Second St. The free community event, now in its second year, includes water battles, a dunk tank, bounce houses, free ice cream cones for kids and music. ...
Wayfinder Beer Opens a Second Location, in Troutdale
Portland’s Wayfinder Beer Company just announced the opening of its second location, a taproom in Troutdale, Oregon. More than a taproom, it’s a concept. The new Wayfinder taproom is now open, but a grand opening event is slated for August 31st. It is located at The Highlands, an eating and drinking destination and gathering place. “We are building a unique offering for folks to come and enjoy a meal that feels curated and intentional.”
McLoughlin House offers history, awaits rehab
The McLoughlin house is easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. It blends into the environment, surrounded by homes from the same period. Situated on the bluffs atop Singer Hill, along the McLoughlin Promenade, the site has most duties — including cleaning, running the gift shop and giving tours — performed by volunteers with the National Park Service. “We get about 60 people per weekend, depending on if we do an open house or not. If we do an open house, oh boy,...
Fairview Lake is again safe to swim following toxic algae warning
A recreational use health advisory for Fairview Lake, just south of Blue Lake, has been lifted for all humans, meaning its once again safe to swim and enjoy an afternoon by the water. The Oregon Health Authority first issued a warning on July 18 after water monitoring confirmed the level of cyanotoxins in the lake were at dangerous levels. And while those levels are now safe for people, the saxitoxin levels detected are still above guidelines for dogs, so owners should continue keeping pets away...
Celebrate Black heritage with Gresham Library in August
Gresham Library is celebrating Black heritage with two events in August. Honoring Black Heritage Through Art is a hands-on program led by Auzurea Caples which exploring techniques used by African and Black artists and engages participants to learn the techniques while incorporating their own style. The event takes place from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. in Gresham. Slots are still available,...
Providence's 'Community Teaching Kitchen' changing lives through nutrition
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - This year’s Providence Bridge Pedal ride will benefit the hospital’s Community Teaching Kitchen, a food and nutrition program at their Milwaukie location that’s already started to change lives. Caren Nelson has learned a thing or two in her time at the Providence Community...
'Go play:' Summer concerts, movies and more continue in Lake Oswego, West Linn and Wilsonville
Lake Oswego concerts Hit Machine will perform hits from all eras at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 31 at Foothills Park. The Chris Baum Project will then play at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7 at Foothills Park. These concerts are part of the city of Lake Oswego’s Summer Concert Series. Wilsonville concert ...
Festival Guide to Pickathon 2024: 3 Days to Go!
Welcome to your ultimate guide to Pickathon, Portland’s Best Music Festival. With only 3 days left until showtime, excitement is building as we prepare for an unforgettable weekend at Pendarvis Farm. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned festival-goer, this guide will help you navigate everything from tickets and camping to schedules and must-see performances. Get ready to make the most of your Pickathon experience!
The “Found Magazine” Roadshow Tracks Down Authors of Anonymous Notes
In 2006, a Portland woman working in Oregon City came across a sealed envelope tucked in the grass of a churchyard. Upon opening the envelope, she discovered a five-page letter from a man named Casey to a waitress named Trisha. The letter tells, in detail, of trials and tribulations Casey...
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