EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO --
DUE TO THE ONGOING UNCERTAINTY OF MEETINGS/EVENTS AND WHETHER IN PERSON OR HELD BY ZOOM, PLEASE CHECK THE VENUES FOR THE MOST RECENT INFORMATION AND UPDATES. FACEBOOK AND WEBSITES ARE ALSO GOOD SOURCES FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.
PUBLIC MEETINGS MONDAY, OCT 4 - Sandy City Council meeting at 6:00pm. (typically held on 1st & 3rd Mondays) Check on ci.sandy.or.us for agenda. Members of the public also have the choice to view and participate in the meeting online via Zoom. Info: 503-668-5533, ci.sandy.or.us, and Facebook for updates.
- Boring CPO meeting, 7pm (1st Tues of each month), clackamasfire.com/fire-stations/station-14-boring/. Facebook.com/pages/Boring-Fire-Station/173231289361662.
TUESDAY, OCT 12 - Hoodland Fire District, 7pm. (2nd Tues of each month). 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Board of Directors meeting. Info: 503-622-3256. Zoom link online at hoodlandfire.us.
WEDNESDAY, OCT 13 - Sandy River Basin Watershed Council, (2nd Wed of month), held via Zoom. 17405 NE Glisan Street, Portland. Check calendar online for meetings and more info. Info: sandyriver.org.
MONDAY, OCT 18 - Sandy City Council meeting at 6:00pm. (typically held on 1st & 3rd Mondays) Check on ci.sandy.or.us for agenda. Members of the public also have the choice to view and participate in the meeting online via Zoom. Info: 503-668-5533, ci.sandy.or.us, and Facebook for updates.
TUESDAY, OCT 19 - Clackamas Soil & Water Conservation District, Board Meeting, 4pm. (typically meets third Tues at 4pm). District Office, 22055 S Beavercreek Rd., Beavercreek. Info: conservationdistrict.org. Please call 503-210-6000 for instructions to join by phone or Zoom.
MONDAY, OCT 25 - Sandy Planning Commission meeting, 6:30pm. Check on ci.sandy.or.us for agenda. Members of the public also have the choice to view and participate in the meeting online via Zoom. Info: 503-668-5533, ci.sandy.or.us, and Facebook for updates.
EVENTS/MARKETS THRU OCT 31 - Liepold Farms 2021 Fall Festival, features corn maze, dark maze, pumpkin patch, pumpkin/apple slingshot, children’s pavilion, hay rides and more. Adults $20, kids 2-13 $15. 14480 SE Richey Road in Boring. For more information, call 503-663-5880 or visit www.liepoldfarms.com.
SATURDAY, OCT 2 - Friends of Timberline online auction, broadcast starts at 4pm, bidding starts at 6 pm. Auction items include a guided walking tour, a night at Silcox Hut for 20, custom made bench, wine tasting, original art, vintage collectibles and more. For more information, visit www.friendsoftimberline.org.
MONDAY, OCT 25 - Free Food Market, 9-10am (usually on last Monday each month) in the parking lot behind Hoodland Senior Ctr., 65000 Hwy 26, Welches. Open to any person in need. No ID, name or address needed. Drive-thru pick up food for your safety. For help, call 503-622-9213 and leave a message. Info: hoodlandlutheranchurch@gmail.com.
SUNDAY, OCT 31 - Spooky Alley, 6:30-8:30pm, enter at Woodsey Way and Learning Lane. Drive-thru stations offering games and candy for kids. Exit on Salmon River Road.
LIBRARIES Newsletter. The Sandy & Hoodland library newsletters are being mailed and emailed on a monthly basis. Call or email libraryassistants@ci.sandy.or.us if you would like to be added to either mailing list. Blog at sandylibrary.blogspot.com. Read to the Dog - canceled until further notice. HOODLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY. 24525 E Welches Rd., Welches. Info. 503-622-3460, ci.sandy.or.us, hoodlandlibrary@ci.sandy.or.us. HOURS: Mon 10am-4pm; Tues 1pm-7pm; Wed-Fri 12-6pm; Sat 12-5pm; Sun closed. Face masks required. KIDS, TEEN AND ADULT TAKE & MAKE KITS available at the Hoodland and Sandy Libraries on a monthly basis, while supplies last. Kids and Adult kids available starting the 15th of the month, teen kits available starting the 1st of the month. CURBSIDE DELIVERY of hold items available Mon-Sat. Call from the parking lot during open hours, provide your library card number, and your items will be checked out and brought to you. Info: ci.sandy.or.us/library/page/curbside-services-hours. VIRTUAL PROGRAMS. There are a number of "virtual" programs happening with the use of Zoom on the internet, as well as information and activity videos posted on Facebook. Check out Facebook for Storytime Parents Group, the Library Book Group, Sandy Public Library Friends and the City of Sandy (city government). eCARD. Need a LINCC library card? Apply for an eCard by visiting www.lincc.org. eCards are available to all residents of the LINCC library District (Clackamas Co.), age 13 and up. MOBILE PRINTING. Mobile printing available from your smartphone, tablet or laptop. Send what you need printed to the library using one of our mobile printing options, then pick up your documents during curbside delivery hours. Info: ci.sandy.or.us/library/page/mobile-printing. BOOK BUNDLE. Request a Book Bundle if you don't know what to read next - the library will pick something out. Visit the website for the form - ci.sandy.or.us/library, or email libraryassistants@ci.sandy.or.us to have it sent to you. FRIDAYS - Outdoor Storytime: Reading books, singing songs and learning rhymes, masks not required for children under five years old.
THURSDAY, OCT 7 - Digital Book Club, 7pm. “The Sound of Gravel,” by Ruth Wariner. A Zoom link will be sent a week before the meeting. To receive the link, email kmurphy@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAY, OCT 14- Women’s Book Club, 7pm. “The Guest List,” by Lucy Foley. A Zoom link will be sent a week before the meeting. To receive the link, email sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
SANDY PUBLIC LIBRARY. 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Info 503-668-5537. ci.sandy.or.us. HOURS: Mon/Tues 10-7pm; Wed-Fri 10-6pm; Sat/Sun 12-5pm. CURBSIDE PICK-UP. New signs will designate the parking spaces as 5 minutes or less. If you wish, give the library a call and your holds will be brought out as before. Remember, you will need your library card number so items can be checked out. Curbside service may be used to pick up holds, and summer reading prizes. Info: 503-668-5537. BOOK BUNDLE. Request a Book Bundle if you don't know what to read next - the library will pick something out. Visit the website for the form, or email libraryassistants@ci.sandy.or.us to have it sent to you. MOBILE PRINTING. Mobile printing available from your smartphone, tablet or laptop. Info: ci.sandy.or.us/library/page/mobile-printing. CONNECT ONLINE virtual programs on Zoom on the internet, as well as info and activity videos posted on Facebook. Some of the Facebook groups are: City of Sandy, Oregon (city government); Sandy Public Library Friends; Sandy & Hoodland Libraries (Storytime Parents Group); Library Book Group (Hoodland & Sandy Area). BORROW. Do you need to borrow something? Tired of the same old board games? Check out the library's Library of Things online (kitchenware, musical instruments and more). eCARD. If you don't already have a LINCC library card, apply for an eCard on www.lincc.org. eCards grant immediate access to online resources, including eBooks and eAudiobooks. eCards available to all residents of LINCC Library District (Clackamas County), age 13 and up. WEDNESDAYS - Storytime in the Park, 10am at the Meinig Park Gazebo. In-person storytime. Miss Monica will read some books, and everyone will sing songs and learn rhymes together. Masks not required, but you are welcome to wear one if you wish. Bring your own comfy blanket, pillow or lawn chair to sit on. You can also catch the livestream or recording in the Facebook Storytime Parents Group. Info: Monica Smith, msmith@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAYS - Sit & Knit a Bit (online knitting club), 2pm on Zoom. Help pass the time, de-stress, and socialize with other community members. All are welcome. Info: Katie Murphy, kmurphy@ci.sandy.or.us.
FRIDAY OCT 1 - Teen mini pumpkin decorating contest. 10 am. Participants must be in grades 6th to 12th, one entry per teen. Pick up and drop off decorated pumpkins during Sandy or Hoodland Libraries’ open hours. Forms and pumpkins will be available starting Friday, Oct. 1, and must be returned by Monday, Oct. 25. No carving or candles, participants should use paint, markers, glue, googly eyes, fethers, gems or other craft supplies. Entries will be displayed in the library, winner will be selected Wednesday, Oct. 28. Pumpkins can be picked up starting Thursday, Oct. 29. Winner will receive a basket of treats, while all participants will be entered into a raffle for a $10 gift card to Mountain Moka. Entry forms also available on library website.
THURSDAY, OCT 7 - Digital Book Club, 7pm. “The Sound of Gravel,” by Ruth Wariner. A Zoom link will be sent a week before the meeting. To receive the link, email kmurphy@ci.sandy.or.us.
THURSDAY, OCT 14 - Women’s Book Club, 7pm. “The Guest List,” by Lucy Foley. A Zoom link will be sent a week before the meeting. To receive the link, email sjenkins@ci.sandy.or.us.
SENIOR CENTERS Hoodland Senior Center, 65000 E. Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3331, hoodlandseniorsinfo@gmail.com. Sandy Community Center/Sandy Senior Ctr. 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Info: 503-668-5569, ci.sandy.or.us.
THEATERS/MUSEUMS OPENING OCT 9 - OMSI, 1945 SE Water Street, Portland. "Mandela: The Official Exhibition" opens Saturday, Oct. 9. A global exhibition that explores the story of Nelson Mandela. Info: www.omsi.edu.
THRU SUNDAY, OCT 17 - Sandy Actor's Theatre, 39181 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Presents "Dead to the Last Drop," by Ken Jones. Directed by Jim Lamproe. An interactive murder mystery. Follow the clues, and choose the ending. Cost: Adults $18, Seniors, Veterans & Students $15, Children $13. Active Duty Military in Uniform free. Info: sandyactorstheatre.org for show times. 503-936-4378.
- Nutz-n-Boltz Theater, 27861 Grange Street, Boring. Presents "Once Upon a Mattress." A fun-filled musical retelling of the Princess and the Pea. The queen of the kingdom wants only the best for her prince and concocts a series of impossible tasks for any new hopeful maidens. Only love, a little magic and a princess named "Fred" can save the day. Info and showtimes: www.nnbtheater.com, 503-593-1295
Additional Information Mt Hood Community Theater, located in Mt Hood Community College. Info: https://www.mhcc.edu/PerformingArtsEvents. Mt Hood Museum & Cultural Center. 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government Camp. www.mthoodmuseum.org. Readers Theatre in Gresham presented by Mt Hood Repertory, Gresham Chapel & Evening Event Center, 257 SE Roberts Ave., Gresham. www.facebook.com/ReadersTheatreGresham/ Sandy Historical Society, Inc., Museum/Visitor Center/Giftshop, 39345 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Museum, Visitor Center & Gift Shop open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, closed Sun-Mon. Info: 503-668-3378, sandyhistorical@sandyhistory.com, www.sandyhistory.com.
CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE Mt Hood Area Chamber of Commerce. Info. www.mthoodchamber.com. Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce, Info: 503-668-4006, www.sandyoregonchamber.org.
CLUBS/GROUPS/CLINICS/INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS WEDNESDAYS - Meditation at Wy'East Zen Ctr., 6pm on Zoom - wyeastzencenter.org to sign into Zoom. Info: 503-997-3193, info@wyeastzencenter.org.
TUESDAY, OCT 26 - Clackamas County House District 52 Oregon Trail Democrats, (4th Tues) 6:30-8:30pm. at Clackamas Co. Bank Sunset Room, 38935 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Check prior to meeting to determine if meeting in person or on Zoom. Info: Susan Gates, 503-668-9628, www.oregontraildemocrats.com.
Additional Information AntFarm, 39140 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Reading, writing, tutoring, arts programs, gardening, helping senior citizens, YouthCore jobs, Work Programs, Internships. Learn about alcohol and drug use and prevention, support for unaccompanied youth with possible homelessness, and much more. Meetings in person, and on Zoom. Call 503-668-9955, email info@antfarmyouthservices.com, or more information online at https://antfarmyouthservices.com. Clackamas County Master Gardeners, 7-8pm. Monthly Lecture. Milwaukie Center, 5440 SE Kellog Creek Dr., Milwaukie. www.clackamascountymastergardeners.org for update on monthly lecture topic and Zoom link. Disability Services Advisory Council of Clackamas County, 221 Molalla Ave., Ste 104, Oregon City. Info: www.dsac-cc.org. Guide Dogs for the Blind, Oregon Campus, 32901 SE Kelso Rd, Boring. Info: 503-668-2100, www.guidedogs.com Mt Hood Kiwanis Camp, Info: https://mhkc.org. Walk, Roll or Stroll fundraising event coming up. More info at www.mhkc.org/WALK. Mt Hood Lions Club, E Hwy 26 and E Woodsey Way, Welches. Info: 503-622-4223. Check reader board for activities. Mt Hood Republican Women's Club. Info: President Clarice Moss, 503-658-5227, claricemoss@yahoo.com. Prime Timers Dining Club for singles age 50 and up. Info: www.PrimeTimersDiningClub.com, Pat, 503-936-5861. Sandy Kiwanis, Info: www.sandykiwanis.org, 503-819-0511. Sandy Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4273 VFW Hall, 38452 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. http://www.vfw4273.org/
SUPPORT GROUPS AA Meetings in Sandy and The Mountain (https://www.aa.org) Government Camp: sober.com/meetings/state/city/aa?state=Oregon&city=Government%20Camp Sandy: sober.com/meetings/state/city/aa?state=Oregon&city=Sandy Welches: wseb-awseb-1e7pn84oznq1l-236369770.us-east-1.elb.amazonaws.com/aa-meetings-welches-or Clackamas County Support, Crisis and Suicide Prevention 24 hour hotline. 503-655-8585. Intervencion Telefonica en Casio de crisis salud mental las 24 horas. 503-655-8585 Clackamas Women's Services (support for domestic violence, offering programs and services), A Safe Place, Family Justice Ctr. for Clackamas Co., 256 Warner Milne Rd, Oregon City. Info: CWS Crisis and Support Line, 503-654-2288, Toll Free 1-888-654-2288; A Safe Place, 503-655-8600, cwsor.org. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. Other law enforcement assistance (non-emergency), 503-655-8211. Grief Support Groups (sponsored by Mt Hood Hospice). Free community support groups on zoom. No connection to hospice required. Structured discussion groups focusing on grief. llirette@mthoodhospice.org, on Facebook @Mthoodhospice, www. mthoodhospice.org. Mt Hood Hospice's Pet Peace of Mind Program helps to keep patients and pets together during hospice care. For more information on Pet Peace of Mind, visit the web site at mthoodhospice.org. NAMI Family Support Group, meets at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 39901 Pleasant Street, Sandy. Info: Blythe Nordbye, 503-680-2849, blythenordbye@gmail.com. NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) support for individuals, veterans and family members. 503-344-5050. Info@namicc.org
RECREATION PROVIDERS Timberline Lodge & Ski Area. Info: 503-622-7979, www.timberlinelodge.com. Mt. Hood Skibowl/Adventure Park, Info: www.skibowl.com or 503-222-2695. The Fly Fishing Shop. Info: www.flyfishusa.com. Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, Welches. Golf and more. Info: 503-622-3101, www.mthood-resort.com. Mt. Hood Adventures. Info: 503-715-2175, 888-422-4776, www.mthoodadventure.com.
VISITOR INFO Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government Camp. 503-272-3301, www.mthoodmuseum.org. Mt. Hood Adventures, 88335 E. Government Camp Loop, Government Camp. 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. 503-622-3191, Ext. 668, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood. Sandy Historical Society Museum, 39345 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. 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.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 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. The Hoodland and Sandy Senior Centers need volunteer drivers. Can you help? Info: 503-622.3331 (Hoodland), 503.668.5569 (Sandy).
BULLETIN BOARD 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. Community Basket program third Thurs 9am until food is gone. Proof that you reside in the Oregon Trail School District is required. Info: www.sandyactioncenter.org, 503-668-4746. 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. |
