Boring Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, eggs, specialty items and arts and crafts. Entertainment featured on opening day; then an open microphone opportunity. Weekly 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, through Sept. 29. Downtown Boring, 28151 S.E. Highway 212, Boring; free admission; D.W. Owens, 503-313-0224, boringfm@gmail.com
Boring Community Planning Organization Meeting: The purpose is to involve citizens in land use planning in unincorporated Clackamas County. Monthly 7 p.m. first Tuesday. Boring Fire District Main Station, 28655 S.E. Highway 212, Boring; free; www.boringcpo.org or Steve Bates, 503-663-6271, sbates53@aol.com
CANBY
Canby Wine, Food and Brew Fest: Come enjoy the sights, sounds, flavors and scents of Oregon wineries, artisans, musicians, nurseries, and specialty foods. 5-9 p.m. Fri, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun, June 1-3. Clackamas County Event Center, 694 N.E. Fourth Ave., Canby; $5, or free to ages 15 and younger; $12 three-day pass; free parking; tastings start at $1; www.clackamascountyeventcenter.com or 503-266-1136
Geocaching 101: Learn the basics and then apply them in the indoor and outdoor class. All ages. Visit website for details. Registration required. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sat, June 2. Canby Public Library, 292 N. Holly St., Canby; free; www.geocaching.com or Gloria, 503-659-9644
Ongoing:
Canby Saturday Market: Vendors sell produce, flowers, plants, food, and arts and crafts. Weekly 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, May 5-Oct. 27. Canby Cinema 8, Parking Lot, 295 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; free admission; www.canbysaturdaymarket.com, 503-680-5088, canbysaturdaymarket@canby.com
Kiwanis Club of Canby: Kiwanis is a worldwide service organization of individuals who want to improve their communities. Weekly noon-1 p.m. Mon. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; $7-$10 for lunch; www.canbykiwanis.org or Nancy Murphy, 503-266-6048
Bridge Games: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Mon. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Line Dancing for Beginners: Wanda Matlock teaches senior citizens the basics. Partner not required. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Mon. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Line Dancing: Wanda Matlock teaches senior citizens some advanced steps. Partner not required. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Tue and Thu. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Tuesday Evening Dinner: Senior citizens can make new friends while eating a free dinner. Weekly 5-7 p.m. Tue. Zoar Lutheran Church, 190 S.W. Second Ave., Canby; free; www.zoarlutheran.org or 503-266-4061
Canby Chamber of Commerce: Network while eating lunch. Reservations recommended. Monthly 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. first Tue. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; $12-$15; Canby Chamber of Commerce, 503-266-4600 or by email to chamber@canby.com
Handiwork Group: Senior citizens socialize while producing craft projects. Weekly 10 a.m. Tue. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; bring your own project supplies; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Pinochle: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Tue and Fri. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Yoga Fitness: Erin Hancock teaches the class for senior citizens. Weekly 1:15 p.m. Wed. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Rotary Club of Canby: Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill around the world. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Fri. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; no-host lunch; www.canbyrotary.com
CLACKAMAS
Sunnyside Grange Farmers and Artists Market: Vendors sell fine art, crafts, fresh local produce and eggs, fruits, fine foods, baked goods, plants and specialty items. Weekly 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Clackamas Sunnyside Grange, 13100 Sunnyside Road, Clackamas; free admission; www.windancefarmsandart.com/sunnyside.php or Peter Tuomala, 503-704-4212, windance@pacifier.com
Sunnyside Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, arts and crafts, food and specialty items. Weekly 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, June 2-Oct. 6. Sunnyside Foursquare Church, Parking Lot, 13231 S.E. Sunnyside Road, Clackamas; free admission; www.sunnysidefarmersmarket.com or Jamie El-Khal, 503-504-8615, sunnysidefarmersmarket@gmail.com
DAMASCUS
Coffee With the Damascus Mayor: Monthly 7:30 a.m. first Mon. Hawaiian Beanz Coffee Co., 19880 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545, tmilkes@damascusoregon.govIce Cream With Damascus Councilors: Monthly 2 p.m. second Tue. Dairy Queen, 20205 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545 or by email to tmilkes@damascusoregon.gov
Coffee With Damascus Councilors: Monthly 7:30 a.m. first Wednesday. Hawaiian Beanz Coffee Co., 19880 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545, tmilkes@damascusoregon.gov
Damascus-Boring Kiwanis Club: Visitors are welcome to a meeting of Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The local club supports the Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp, Adopt-A-Road, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Terrific Kids, Meals-On-Wheels, Kiwanis Kids, Builders Club and Oregon Impact. Weekly 7 a.m. Wed. Pub 212, 20400 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; no-host breakfast; www.kiwanisofdamascusboring.org or Dale Parsons, 503-806-3739
ESTACADA
Estacada Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, honey and other agricultural products, nursery stock, plants, flowers, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Live music featured. Weekly 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat, through Sept. 29. Northwest Third Avenue and Broadway Street, Estacada; free admission; www.estacadafarmersmarket.com or 503-630-6100
Dinner and Dance Social: Music provided by the Heartland Classic Country Band. Monthly 5 p.m. first and third Sat. Estacada Community Center, 200 Clubhouse Drive, Estacada; $5, includes a hot meal and beverages; 503-630-7454
GLADSTONE
Gladstone Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, agriculture, homemade dog treats, coffee, baked goods, hot food, arts and crafts, and specialty items. Weekly 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat, June 2-Sept. 29. Watts Heating and Cooling, Parking Lot, 580 Portland Ave., Gladstone free admission; www.gladstonefarmersmarket.wordpress.com or Gina Ward-Spadey, 503-756-6477, gladstonefarmersmarket@gmail.com
Book Club: Senior citizens chat about their favorite books. Monthly 10:30 a.m. third Mon. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701Aerobics: Low-impact chair aerobics for senior citizens. Weekly 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tue and Thu. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701
Gladstone Historical Society Meeting: Visitors welcome. Monthly 6 p.m. second Wednesday. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstonehistoricalsociety.org
Mommy's Morning Off: Child care provided for ages infant-5 years so parents can take a break to do whatever they please. Registration recommended. Weekly 9-11:30 a.m. Thu. Tri-City Baptist Temple, 18025 Webster Road, Gladstone; free; www.tcbt.org or 503-575-0629
Bridge Games: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 12:30 p.m. Fri. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701
Salvation Army West Women's and Children's Shelter Drive: Donations of clothing, hygiene items, paper goods, new sleeping bags, gift cards and other essential day-to-day items for homeless women and children served by the shelter are needed. Check website for complete list. Monthly 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. second Sat. Gladstone Community Club, 255 E. Exeter St., Gladstone; www.gladstonecommunityclub.com/ or 503-656-1357
HAPPY VALLEY
Concerts: Live music. Weekly 6-8 p.m. Fri. New Seasons Market, 15861 N.E. Happy Valley Town Center Drive, Happy Valley; free; www.newseasonsmarket.com or 503-558-9214
American Girl Club: Stories, books, kits and refreshments. Monthly 3 p.m. second Sun. Barnes & Noble Clackamas Town Center, 12000 S.E. 82nd Ave., Happy Valley; free; www.barnesandnoble.com or 503-786-3464
LAKE OSWEGO
Mindful Eating Workshop: 7-8:30 p.m., Mon June 4, at the West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way.
Ann Adams, a certified life and health coach, will explore mindful eating and how it can help people lose weight and regain a healthy and joyful relationship with food.
Discussion will include:
- Allowing yourself to become aware of the positive and nurturing opportunities that are available through food preparation and consumption by respecting your own inner wisdom.
- Choosing to eat food that is both pleasing to you and nourishing to your body by using all your senses to explore, savor and taste.
- Acknowledging responses to food (likes, neutral or dislikes) without judgment.
- Learning to be aware of physical hunger and satiety cues to guide your decision to begin eating and to stop eating.
Cost is $26 for Lake Oswego residents or $30 for others.
To register visit www.LakeOswegoParks.org or call 503-675-2549.
Lake Oswego Farmers Market Concerts: Weekly 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sat. Lineup includes a concert sponsored by the Lake Oswego School District Foundation, June 2; jazz standards by pianist and composer Sally Harmon and bass player Frank Gruner, June 9; a percussion group from Sweden comprised of musicians ages 17-21 called the Zimba Marimba Band, June 16. Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St., Lake Oswego; free; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
"City of Angels": Wade Willis directs the play set in 1940s Hollywood and featuring a hard-boiled detective, an alluring socialite and a bad girl who collide in a musical "reel" world mixed with reality. Reservations recommended. 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, through June 9; 7 p.m. Sun, through May 20; plus 2 p.m. Sun, through June 10 (except May 27). Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego; $25-$28; www.lakewood-center.org or 503-635-3901
No School Day Theme Camp: Projects include drawing, painting, sculpture and collages for ages 4-12. Hosted by Gesso Studio. Registration required. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fri, June 1. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $40-$46; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
Main-dish Salads: Hands-on cooking class with Shelley McDaniel. Registration required. 11 a.m. Fri, June 1. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $69; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015
Appetizer Party: Hands-on cooking class with Jeremy Niehuss. Registration required. 6 p.m. Fri, June 1. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $75; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015
Hands-On Garnishes: Hands-on cooking class with Barb Randall. Noon Sat, June 2. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $35; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015
Seafood Wine Dinner: Cooking class with Jeremy Niehuss. 5 p.m. Sat, June 2. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $110; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015
Landscaping for the Do-It-Yourselfer: 2 p.m. Sat, June 2. Dennis' Seven Dees Garden Center, 1090 McVey Ave., Lake Oswego; free; http://tinyurl.com/7ve43jo or 503-636-4660
"For the Children:" Lake Grove's 90-voice Sanctuary Choir will be joined by members of the Oregon Symphony and gospel singer Dorcas Smith, of the Brown Sisters, to present a concert to help raise funds for the children of West Africa. 7 p.m. Sat, June 2. Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego; free, but donations accepted; www.lakegrovepres.org or 503-636-5656
Argentinean Spring Grill: Hands-on cooking class with Andre Pianucci. 3 p.m. Sun, June 3. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $95; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015
Open House and Final Tour: Past and present teachers, students, staff, and clery will come together to share memories and say goodbye to the school that will be demolished to make way for a new, state-of-the-art parish/school facility that will open later this summer. It originally opened in 1938 as Sacred Heart School. Refreshments served. 11 a.m. Mass, noon for school tour, and 12:45 p.m. for commemorative blessing Sun, June 3. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School, 716 A Ave., Lake Oswego; free; 503-636-2121
Beginning Microsoft Excel: Learn to create spreadsheets, manage financial information and organize your life with text and numerical information. All ages. Registration required. Weekly 12:30-2 p.m. Thu, May 31-June 14. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $22-$33 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758
Windows 7 Files and Folders: Practice creating and saving folders and how to organize and manage your information. All ages. Registration required. 12:30-2 p.m. Mon, June 4. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $10-$15 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758
Ongoing:
Lake Oswego Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, nursery stock, flowers, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Artist demonstrations, a kids corner, free doggy daycare, and live music featured. Weekly 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat, May 19-Oct. 13. Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St., Lake Oswego; free admission; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
Scottish Country Dance Classes: Lessons for beginners weekly 7:30-8:45 p.m. Mon; intermediate dancers 8:45-9:30 p.m. Wear soft-soled shoes. Partner not necessary. Waluga Lodge 181, 417 Second St., Lake Oswego; $5 (first lesson free); Don Gertz, 503-692-5963Adult Recreational Co-ed Volleyball: New teams created weekly and rotate in round-robin-style play. Skills and rules taught and practiced. Weekly 8-10 p.m. Mon. Ages 18 and older. Willamette Primary School, 1403 12th St., West Linn; $2 per session; http://westlinnoregon.gov/parksrec/recreational-volleyball-open-gym, David Nepom, 503-657-3106 or by email to dnepom@aol.com
Power Volleyball Open Gym: Designed for players with previous team experience and knowledge of the rules. Weekly 8:30-10 p.m. Tue. Gym, Athey Creek Middle School, 2900 S.W. Borland Road, West Linn; $2 per session; http://westlinnoregon.gov or Steve Young, 503-750-6151, or by email to sytees@hotmail.com
The 24/7 Library: Searching Online Resources: Library-card holders can learn how to access resources online anytime of the day or night. Registration required for each class. Weekly 10 a.m. first and second Thu. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
Preschool Story Time: Ages 3-5 years. Weekly 10:30 a.m. Tue-Wed. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
Baby Story Time: Ages newborn-18 months. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Tue. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
Guitar Club: Learn how to play your guitar and pick up new skills in the casual, jam-session-based club for ages 12-18. See website for the After School Activities Program membership and schedule. Weekly 4-5 p.m. Tue. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $1 per session, or free to After School Activities Program members; www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758
Toddler Story Time: Ages 19 months-3 years. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Wed. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
Belly-dancing for Teens: Learn classic movements and step patterns in the drop-in class for ages 12-18. See website for Weekly 4-5 p.m. Wed. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $2 per session, or free to After School Activities Program members; details for the After School Activities Program membership and schedule available at www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758
Mixed-media Art Class: Learn several mediums, techniques and projects from an experienced instructor in the drop-in class for ages 12-18. Weekly 4-5 p.m. Thu. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $2 per class, free to After School Activities Program members; for details, visit www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758
Musical Lap Time: Anne Clark, an early childhood music specialist, leads a combination of gentle rhymes, bounces and movements designed to create bonding between caregivers and babies (through 18 months old). Weekly 10:30 a.m. Thu. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
First Friday Pizza and Match Play: Youth, ages 12-18, who are on the verge of playing tennis or are currently playing are invited for pizza and a supervised competitive match play. Junior racquets provided. Registration suggested. Monthly 6-8 p.m. first Friday. Lake Oswego Indoor Tennis Center, 2900 Diane Drive, Lake Oswego; $15 per session; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
MILWAUKIE
It will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Sabin-Schellenberg North Campus, 14211 S.E. Johnson Road.
Registration for the cruise-in event is $15 per car. Manicures, pedicures, and facials are $10 each. All proceeds will benefit the school's career-technical programs for high school students in North Clackamas, from culinary arts and cosmetology to automotive services.
The event schedule: cruise-in at 8 a.m., pancake feed from 8 to 10:30 a.m., barbecue 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., spa services starting at 10 a.m., judging at 11 a.m., and trophy presentation at 1 p.m.
For more information, call Norm at 503-637-3303 or Larry at 503-252-9729.
Student Art Exhibit: After two months of art instruction by Vietnamese artist Nho Nguyen, North Clackamas students are excited to exhibit their work at Milwaukie's First Friday event, Art a' La Carte.
The students, ranging in age from 5 to 17, represent a diversity of cultures, including Vietnamese, Ukrainian, and Russian youths.? Their work will be displayed at Cha! Cha! Cha!, 11008 S.E. Main St.
Art by elementary students in four schools will also be showcased:
-- Concord Elementary's exhibit will be at Make One Yarn Shop.
-- Scouters Mountain will display work at Wind Horse Coffee and Tea.
-- Sunnyside School will exhibit at Milwaukie City Hall.
-- Spring Mountain Elementary will showcase work at 2029 SE Monroe.
The free event will take place in downtown Milwaukie from 4 to 8 p.m. on Fri, June 1.? Sojourner School's marimba band Mahanga will perform at City Hall from 6 to 7 p.m.
Bike Safety Event: Bring your bike and helmet, have them inspected and then participate in a safe-riding obstacle course. 1-3 p.m. Sun, June 3 American Legion Post 180 Parking lot, 2146 S.E. Monroe St.; free; diane.bowman@netscape.com or 503 771-0029Gluten-free Baking: Dr. Jean Layton, co-author of "Gluten-free Baking for Dummies," uses a simple way of measuring for perfect results. Recipes include biscotti, tea scones, sweet-potato biscuits, muffins, cupcakes and pancakes. Registration required. 5-7 p.m. Thu, May 31. Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Cooking School, 5000 S.E. International Way, Milwaukie; $40; www.bobsredmill.com/visitors-center.html or 971-206-2208
Spring Plant Sale: Get deals on perennials, annuals and garden art while obtaining tips from master gardeners. Garden basket raffle featured. 9 a.m.-noon Fri, June 1. Milwaukie Center, 5440 S.E. Kellogg Creek Drive, Milwaukie; free admission; www.milwaukiecenter.com or 503-653-8100
Summer Kick-off Scavenger Hunt: Ages 5 and older. 2 p.m. Sat, June 2. Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 S.E. 21st Ave., Milwaukie; free; www.milwaukie.lib.or.us or 503-786-7580
Willamette Falls Symphony: The rollicking concert of musical comedy features movements from Beethoven's 5th and Mozart's 40th symphonies, Peter Schickele's "Unbegun Symphony," and solos by Phil and Gayle Neuman of the Trail Band. Silent auction (pay by cash or check only) includes beach-house stays, wine, original art, collectibles, and music performances and lessons. Sponsored by the Oregon City Community Schools and the Beavercreek Telephone Co. 3 p.m. Sun, June 3. Oregon City United Methodist Church, 18955 South End Road, Oregon City; $8-$10; www.willamettefallssymphony.org
Document Shred Event: The Milwaukie Police Department and the Milwaukie Public Safety Advisory Committee will offer a FREE document shred event from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, June 23. Citizens are invited to drop off personal documents, statements, and mail at the Public Safety Building at 3200 S.E. Harrison St.
Milwaukie Police Cadets will assist citizens with the safe disposal of documents in the parking lot of the Public Safety Building.? The shredder truck is being provided by Iron Mountain Inc.? Only paper products will be allowed.? There is no specified limit on the amount of personal documents a citizen can bring however the right is reserved to limit excessive quantities.
The FREE shred day event is being offered by the Milwaukie Police Department and the advisory committee as part of a crime-prevention effort to reduce identity theft, fraud and related crimes.
Ongoing:
Knit Nite: Valarie Matthews leads a group for people who love to knit or want to learn the skill. Weekly 6:30-8 p.m. Thu. Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 S.E. 21st Ave., Milwaukie; free; bring your own supplies; www.milwaukie.lib.or.us or 503-786-7580
Sunday Salsa Night: Salsa dancing with a 7:30 p.m. lesson led by Keith Collier and Rochelle Lessner. Weekly 6:45-10 p.m. Sun. Cha! Cha! Cha!, 11008 S.E. Main St., Milwaukie; $3 cover charge, includes lesson; 503-659-2193
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MOLALLA
Molalla 2nd Friday: Restaurants and other businesses stay open late and offer food, music, demonstrations, and wine and beer tastings. Artists display their works and vendors sell products and services, including local produce at a farmers market. Movies are shown at dusk in July and August in Long Park. Monthly 5-9 p.m. second Fri, through Oct. 13. Downtown Molalla; free admission; http://mainstreetmolalla.tripod.com/id9.html or Main Street Molalla, 503-829-5003, or by email to mainstreetmolalla@molalla.net
Molalla Brew Fest: Features food; 26 taps with wine, hard cider and draft root beer; and music by Mike Branch Band, Muchmore Country, Rae Gordon Band and Return Flight. 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Fri, noon-12:30 a.m. Sat, June 8-9; minors with accompanying parent welcome until 8 p.m. Park at 123 E. Ross St., downtown Molalla; free admission; tasting packages available (up to $20); www.facebook.com/molallabrewfestival
Ongoing:
Molalla Area Farmers Market: Market is held in conjunction with Molalla 2nd Friday, a day when businesses stay open late and offer food, music, demonstrations, and wine and beer tastings. Artists display their works and vendors sell products and services, including local produce at the market. Monthly 5-9 p.m. second Fri, May 12-Oct. 13. Center Street Plaza, 214 Center St., Molalla; free admission; http://mainstreetmolalla.tripod.com/id9.html or Main Street Molalla, 503-829-5003, mainstreetmolalla@molalla.net
Preschool Story: Different theme featured every week. Weekly 10:30-11:15 a.m. Thu and Fri. Molalla Public Library, 201 E. Fifth St., Molalla; free; www.molalla.lib.or.us or 503-829-2593
MOUNT HOOD
Put the "I" in iPhone and iPad: Bring your gadget and learn how to text, take photographs and videos, collect music, set up a calendar, download apps, transfer stuff to your computer, and how to use Twitter. Registration required. Weekly noon-2 p.m. Wed, June 6-27. Hoodland Senior Center, 25400 E. Salmon River Road, Welches; $60 series; 503-622-3331 or by email to hoodlandseniors@frontier.com
Ongoing:
Family Story Time: Weekly 10 a.m. Tue. Hoodland Public Library, 68256 E. Highway 26, Welches; free; 503-622-3460
Line Dancing: Geared for senior citizens of all levels. Weekly 10 a.m. Tue and Thu. Mt. Hood Village Resort, 65000 E. Highway 26, Welches; free; www.mthoodvillage.com or 503-622-7665
Mt. Hood Lions Club: Lions Clubs International programs iinclude sight, hearing and speech conservation; diabetes awareness; youth outreach; international relations; and environmental issues. Business meeting. Monthly 7:30 p.m. second Wed. Mt. Hood Lions Club, 24730 Woodsey Lane, Welches; free; Dan Wolf at 503-622-4664, mthoodlionsclub@aol.com
OREGON CITY
"The Beaux' Stratagem": Direct by David Smith-English, the college theater department performs the comedy written by George Farquhar and adapted by Thornton Wilder and Ken Ludwig. Weekly 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, through June 2, and 2:30 p.m. Sun, through June 3.Clackamas Community College, Niemeyer Center, Osterman Theatre, 19600 S. Molalla Ave., Oregon City; $8-$10; www.theatreccc.org or 503-594-3153
"The Rockin Tales of Snow White": Christian Youth Theater presents a comedic adaptation of the classic Brothers Grimm tale. 7 p.m. Fri, 3 p.m. Sat, 2 p.m. Sun, through June 3. Oregon City High School, Jackson campus, 1306 12th St., Oregon City; $9-$12 advance; www.cytvanport.org Teen YouTube Night: Come prepared to share your favorite short YouTube videos projected on the big screen. Grades 6-12. 6:30 p.m. Thu, May 31. Oregon City Public Library, 606 John Adams St., Oregon City; free; www.orcity.org/library/event/teen-youtube-night or 503-657-8269
Compassion Oregon City: Free medical and dental services, as well as a Social Services Fair, are available to low-income families. Free lunch and child care also provided. Health professionals, general volunteers and social service agencies are sought. Also hosted by Compassion Connect. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, June 2. Oregon CIty Church of the Nazarene, 716 Taylor St., Oregon City; www.facebook.com/compassionoregoncity or 503-656-9444 English or 503-656-6536 Spanish (Espanol)
End of the Oregon Trail Golf Scramble: Hosted by the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce. 11:30 a.m. registration, 1:30 p.m. shotgun start Fri, June 29. Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 S. Stoneridge Drive, Oregon City; $90 by June 1, $110 after; includes green fees, power cart, box lunch, contests and a catered awards dinner; 503-656-1619 or chamberinfo@oregoncity.org
Ongoing:
Oregon City Saturday Farmers Market: Vendors sell local produce, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, mushrooms, bread, pastries, hot food, crafts, and specialty items. Live music, cooking demonstrations and a weekly (10 a.m.) Oregon State University Extension Service Master Gardener program featured. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat, May 5-Oct. 27. Clackamas County Public Services Building, Parking Lot, 2051 Kaen Road, Oregon City; free admission and parking; www.orcityfarmersmarket.com, 503-734-0192, marketmanager@orcityfarmersmarket.com
Oregon City Downtown Wednesdays Farmers Market: Vendors sell local produce, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, mushrooms, bread, pastries, hot food, crafts, and specialty items. Weekly 3-7 p.m., June 6-Sept. 26. Eighth and Main streets in downtown Oregon City; free admission and parking; www.orcityfarmersmarket.com, 503-734-0192, marketmanager@orcityfarmersmarket.com
Busy Bees: Have fun making crafts, sewing quilts and aprons, and creating other items for fundraisers. Weekly 9 a.m.-noon Mon. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; free; 503-657-8287
Beginning Line Dancing: Learn the basics and simple dances. No partner needed. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Mon. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; 50 cents per class; 503-657-8287
Intermediate Line Dancing: Learn the latest and traditional steps. No partner needed. Weekly noon-3 p.m. Tue. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; 50 cents per class; 503-657-8287
Knitting and Crocheting: Learn basic stitches and share tips. Bring your own needles and yarn. Registration required. Class offered weekly 10 a.m.-noon Wed. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; $20 for four sessions; Janice Tipton, 503-829-8031
Chrysalis: Women Writers: Local author Pat Lichen guides women writers of all levels through discussions of their work. Weekly noon-2 p.m. Wed. Clackamas Community College, Literary Arts Center, Rook Hall, Room 220, 19600 S. Molalla Ave., Oregon City; free; 503-594-3254
Golf Lessons: Professional instructors teach the fundamentals. Four-week (one-hour) sessions offered at various times daily beginning April 2. Call for details. Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 S. Stoneridge Drive, Oregon City; $40 series, includes use of golf clubs; www.stonecreekgolfclub.net or 503-518-4653
SANDY
?Sandy First Saturday Market: Vendors sell produce, flowers, plants, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Entertainment featured. Monthly 10 a.m.-3 p.m. first Sat, June 2-Oct. 6. Meinig Memorial Park, 17670 Meinig Ave., Sandy; free admission; www.cityofsandy.com or Sandy Recreation Department, 503-668-5569
Bridge: Play the card game with other senior citizens. Weekly 6:30 p.m. Mon. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569
Pinochle: Play the card game with other senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Mon. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569
Flex and Stretch: Sitting and standing exercises for senior citizens. Weekly 11 a.m. Tue and Thu. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569
Oregon Trail Democrats: Monthly 7 p.m. the fourth Tue. Clackamas County Bank, Sunset Room, 38975 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; Susan Gates, 503-668-9628
Community Parent-Child Play Group: Parents and caregivers with kids newborn-5 years are invited to meet others with young children, make new friends, share and exchange information about parenting, learn about community resources, and engage in activities that include the kids. The drop-in interactive parent-child opportunity is set in a large indoor park setting. Light snacks provided. Weekly 10:30 a.m.-noon Wed. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569
Preschool Story Time: Weekly 10:30 a.m. Wed and Thu. Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com/library or 503-668-5537
Toddler Story Time: Weekly 10 a.m. Thu. Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com/library or 503-668-5537
SOUTHWEST PORTLAND
Junior Ranger Program: Ages 6-12 join a park ranger and learn how to protect natural resources, plants and animals. Participate in nature games, nature crafts and park explorations to earn a badge. Parents strongly encouraged to to participate and must sign a permission slip before children can participate. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Sat or Sun, June 2-Aug. 26. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225
Preschool Story and Stroll: Join a park naturalist for nature story time and a brief stroll through the forest. Geared to families with kids ages 3-6, though all are welcome. Registration required at the website. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Fri. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225
Saturday Guided Nature Hike: Join a park naturalist for a free guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon. Topics vary from week to week, but will be appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. Weekly 10-11:30 a.m. Sat. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225
Bat Chat Night Hike: Join a trained naturalist for a night hike to experience bats up close and personal. Learn about amazing adaptations that allow bats to survive. Walk in groups to the creek and the meadow to listen to echo-locating bats with the "Bat Detector." Parents must accompany children on all hikes. Pre-register at website. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri, Aug. 3. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225
Backyard Habitat Open House: Tour a Gold Certified Backyard Habitat in Lake Oswego. Friends volunteer Paul Lyons will be opening his yard to showcase the aesthetic pleasure and ecological benefits that can result from enrolling in the Backyard Habitat Certification Program. Backyard tours will focus on naturescaping, wildlife stewardship, sustainable stormwater management, and invasive species removal. This event is open to anyone interested. Plenty of coffee and refreshments will be available on site. Saturday, June 9. This is a free program but preregistration is required: www.tryonfriends.org. Location details will be made available upon registration.
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Landscaping for Conservation: Learn how your garden can function more like the natural system surrounding us. You will learn about your garden from the ground up ? starting with the soil and its complex role supporting plants. You will also learn about gardening with native plants which use less water and don't require expensive fertilizers and pesticides. This program is a great way to learn more about the Backyard Habitat Certification Program, a partnership between the Friends of Tryon Creek, Columbia Land Trust, and Audubon Society of Portland. Sunday, June 24, 1 ? 4 p.m., and Saturday July 28, 9 ? noon. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. This is a free program but enrollment is limited, preregistration is required: www.tryonfriends.org
Forest Music Series:? The Friends of Tryon Creek will host the annual series from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Chairs are set up in the covered Jackson Shelter so visitors can enjoy wonderful views of the park while the music blends with the forest. The lineup features: July 14 - Sweet Thunder Jazz Quartet; July 21 - Swing Street Glenn Tadina Band; July 28 - Puddin' River Jazz Band; August 4 - Connie Bieberach / Armonia Latina; August 11 - Da Boogie Band; August 18 - Innisfree ? Traditional Irish Music
Family Campfire Adventures: The Friends will host a fun-filled campfire adventure once a month for the entire summer. This is an opportunity to experience an evening at camp with park explorations, campfire making, sing-alongs, stories, and of course, some fantastic campfire desserts! June 11, July 10, August 14, 6:30 ? 8:30 p.m. $5/member, $6/nonmember. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. Preregistration required: www.tryonfriends.org?
Muddy Boots Family Trail Day: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, Aug. 11. Learn some new skills with the Friends as we focus on forest investigation techniques for our second Muddy Boots event of 2012. We'll have experienced guides stationed on our upper trails (near the visitor's center) waiting to engage parents and children in fun and interactive investigation techniques that are designed for usefulness in a variety of outdoor environments. Bracelets will be available at the Visitor's Center and families that collect all the bracelet beads (one from each activity station) will be given a prize to assist with future forest investigations. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. This is a free event, but preregistration is appreciated: www.tryonfriends.org
WEST LINN
Art Festival In the Forest: Live music, performances (from juggling to aerial tree-dancing), silent auction, kids activities, and art in diverse mediums on display. See website for schedule. Sat-Sun, Aug. 11-12. Mary S. Young Park, 19900 Willamette Drive (Oregon 43), West Linn; free; www.artsfestivalintheforest.com
Movies in the Park: 8:45 p.m. Fri, Aug. 17. Fields Bridge Park, 821 Willamette Falls Drive, West Linn; www.westlinnoregon.gov or West Linn Parks and Recreation, 503-557-4700
West Linn Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, plants, flowers, fine art, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Live music and children's programs featured. Weekly 5-8 p.m. Wed, June 20-Sept. 12. Willamette Falls Drive and 13th Street, West Linn; free admission; Miles McCoy, 971-207-0267
WILSONVILLE
Nia: Increase your strength, flexibility and agility in the class that fuses dance, martial arts and yoga. Weekly 11 a.m.-noon Mon and 5:45-6:45 p.m. Wed. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 8818 S.W. Miley Road, Wilsonville; $8 drop-in per class, or $24 for four-class punch card; www.stfranciswilsonville.org or by email to p.jones@stfranciswilsonville.org
Wild Foods From Dirt to Plate: John Kallas, Wild Food Adventures, gives a talk and slide presentation about edible wild plants, followed by book sales and signing. 7-9 p.m. Thu, May 31. Wilsonville Public Library, 8200 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.wildfoodadventures.com or 503-682-2744
Wilsonville Festival of the Arts: More than 100 visual, literary and performing artists gather for this festival. Aaron Meyer is the featured performer, and 16 Portland-area published authors will attend. Also children's events, ethnic foods and a juried art show. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat, June 2; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun, June 3. Town Center Park, 29600 S.W. Park Place, Wilsonville; free admission; www.wilsonvillearts.org
Wilsonville 2012 Relay for Life: Silent auction, food and crafts available for purchase, "luminaria walk," survivor walk and more. Features an Elvis impersonator and headliner Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts (performing 4-6 p.m. Sat). Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Event starts 10 a.m. Sat, continues overnight and ends 10 a.m. Sun, June 16-17. Memorial Park, 8100 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; $150 to register a walk team, free to watch/for activities; http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=39277
Wilsonville Farmers Market: Farmers, artisans, and restaurants and business owners will sell their wares with a focus on community, food education and sustainability. Live music featured. Weekly 4-8 p.m. Thu, June 28-Sept. 27. Sofia Park, 28836 S.W. Costa Circle West, Wilsonville; free admission; www.wilsonvillemarket.com/#!home/mainpageStretch, Strength and Stamina: A personal trainer leads the upbeat class for people with arthritis of osteoporosis. Activities can be performed standing up or sitting in a chair; includes strength training with weights and exercise bands and more. Weekly 11-11:45 a.m. Mon and Fri. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; $1 per class; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727
Drop-in Spanish Practice: Adults can have fun and gain confidence conversing in Spanish through crossword puzzles, and conjugation and conversation exercises. Weekly 10-11 a.m. Mon. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727
Digital Photography Club: Senior citizens meet to share their works and pick up photography tips from each other. Weekly 10-11:30 a.m. Wed. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727
-- Vickie Kavanagh; 503-294-5913; or follow me on Twitter @okavkid
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