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Senior Healthy Hikers: Bethany Village Walk: Wed Nov 19, 2014 10AM-5PM

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Senior Healthy Hikers: Bethany Village Walk: Wed Nov 19, 2014 10AM-5PM. Senior Healthy Hikers: Bethany Village Walk: Wed Nov 19, 2014 10AM-5PM. Info here!

Crisp Fall Adventure

When: Wed Nov 19, 2014 10AM-5PM
Where: Bethany Village
Meet at: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pwy
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

This three-mile walk begins in Bethany Village and continues to the well-manicured Skycrest Parkway and Rainier Terrace neighborhoods. From there, we will enter a path to Hansen Ridge Park for a short break. After our break we will meander through Bethany Meadows before checking out the golf course views in Claremont. After our walk we will have lunch at Biscuit's Cafe in the Village.

  • Round-trip travel: 55 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Elevation gain: 100 feet
  • Suggested donation per hiker: $7

Reynolds School District, 2014 Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet: Sat Nov 24, 2014 5:30PM

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Reynolds School District, 2014 Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet: Sat Nov 24, 2014. Info here!

Banquet Ticket Info

When: Sat, Nov 24, 2014 5:30PM-9PM
Where: Gresham National Guard Armory
500 NE Division
Gresham, Or
Get Map!

The Reynolds School District is proud to announce the 2014 class of inductees to the Athletics Hall of Fame:

  • Mike Kostrba (1956-1960)
  • Jeff Wiens (1975-2005)
  • Daniel Bennett (1971-1974)
  • Dan Baker (1972-2006)

Banquet ticket information below.

It's Parade Day Portland! Macy's Holiday Parade, Downtown Portland: Fri Nov 28, 2014 9AM

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It's Parade Day Portland! Macy's Holiday Parade, Downtown Portland: Fri Nov 28, 2014 9AM. Rain or Shine. Parade Route Map and info here!

Rain or Shine!

Macy's Holiday Parade

When: Fri Nov 28, 2014 9AM
Where: Downtown Portland
Get Parade Route Map!

Let's Have a Parade!
We love a classic come Christmastime, and this longtime Portland favorite rarely disappoints. So grab the kids, bundle-up and join the fun!

Join the excitement of My Macy's Holiday Parade in Downtown Portland featuring inflatable floats, local marching bands and nearly 500 costumed characters! It's a great day-after-Thanksgiving event that's fun for the whole family!

Visit Macy's website for details.
http://social.macys.com/believe/#events/8550

Youth Non-Profit Expands to East County. Building $5M 8,500-sq-ft Youth Center on Former PAL Site

Youth Non-Profit Expands to East County. Building $5M 8,500-sq-ft Youth Center on Former PAL Site
Friends of the Children, Gresham OR
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Focus on At-risk Youth. New Facility Opening Fall 2015.

Friends of the Children, a Portland non-profit, is making a significant investment in the East County community.

The non-profit agency Friends of the Children has begun the final planning phase of their budgeted $5 million project—an 8,500-square-foot youth center located next to Pat Pfeiffer Park on NE 172nd Ave. Construction is set to begin in February, and the facility opens in the fall of 2015.

Founded in 1993, Friends of the Children is a mentoring program dedicated to transforming the lives of children in need. Youth are selected in kindergarten and paired with a “Friend,” a full-time professional mentor. Youth’s benefit from this strength-based relationship through high school graduation.

The organization currently serves over 425 youth, half of whom live east of I-205. According to Friends of the Children’s COO, Mark Young, the organization anticipates enrolling many of each year’s new class of kindergartners from East County elementary schools. The program focuses on enrolling youth whose life challenges put them most at-risk of school failure, juvenile delinquency and early parenting.

Clean Energy Works Oregon Offers These Tips for Staying Cozy this Winter

Clean Energy Works Oregon Offers These Tips for Staying Cozy this Winter. Info here!

Winter Tips to Save You Money

After a hot summer, temperatures are finally dropping—and winter is just around the corner.

Grab a coffee or a hot apple cider, put on your favorite flannel, and cuddle up to your sweetie because we’ve got you covered when it comes to the best tips for keeping toasty indoors.

Take advantage of winter sun. Yes, there is sun, even in Oregon winter! When it’s shining, be sure to open south-facing window curtains, drapes, and blinds during the day, so the sunlight can naturally heat your home. Close window coverings at night to keep the heat in.

Cover drafty windows. Tape a do-it-yourself, clear, plastic film to the inside of your window frames. Make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame. Installing window treatments, such as blinds, drapes, or shades, can also help reduce heat loss.

Adjust the temperature. Set the thermostat 10 to 15 degrees cooler when you’re not home to use less energy and lower utility bills. Lowering the temperature slightly at night and adding an extra blanket to the bed keeps the whole family extra cozy.

Get Your Fall 2014 Newsletter Here! Find Out What's Happening in Your Neighborhood

Wilkes East Neighborhood, Gresham Oregon USA. Diversity, Harmony, Community- Together we can make a difference. Learn more here!

"Diversity, Harmony, Community -
Together we can make a difference!”


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Wilkes East Neighborhood
2014 Fall Newsletter

IN THIS ISSUE

  • $5M Youth Center Opening Fall 2015
  • Historic Louise Home Renovation
  • Reynolds Athletic 2014 Hall of Fame
  • Simply Ways to Stay Cozy This Winter
  • Zimmerman House Holiday Events
  • Nadaka Nature Park/Garden Project

Download your copy here. Now with clickable web links!

Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our regular meetings.

Looking for a past issue? Check out the newsletter archive.

Got a story to share?
Wilkes East residents are encouraged to submit articles for the newsletter. Articles should be limited to 300 words and may be subject to editing. Send articles by email to: info@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: PO Box 536 • Fairview, OR 97024.

Senior Healthy Hikers: Fall Color Hike at the Hoyt Arboretum: Thu Oct 02, 2014 8:30AM-3PM

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Senior Healthy Hikers: Fall Color Hike at the Hoyt Arboretum: Thu Oct 02, 2014 8:30AM-3PM. Info here!

Walk Among The Colors

When: Thu Oct 02, 2014 8AM-5PM
Where: Hoyt Arboretum
Meet at: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pwy
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

We will begin this five-mile hike from the zoo and follow the colorful Oak and Maple Trails before entering the web-like trail system of the Hoyt Arboretum. We’ll loop through a display of over 1,000 species of trees and a variety of exotics. Pack a lunch to eat in the covered picnic area across the street from the Arboretum Visitor Center. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.

  • Round-trip travel: We'll ride the MAX from Gresham City Hall to the Oregon Zoo.
  • Round-trip cost: Honored Citizen (65+) $2; Adults $5
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Elevation gain: 425 feet

Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat Oct 04, 2014 8:30AM-2PM

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Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Saturdays, May-October 8:30AM-2PM. Info Here!

Every Saturday
May thru October!

When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM
Where: NW Miller & Third St
Historic Downtown
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

Stock-up Now! Final Weeks This Year

Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.

Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 25.

Free Admission at the Oregon Zoo: Sat Oct 04, 2014 9AM-4PM

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Bring the Family! Free Admission at the Oregon Zoo: Sat Oct 04, 2014 9AM-4PM. Info here!

Enjoy the Fall Colors

When: Sat Oct 04, 2014 9AM-4PM
Where: Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Rd
503-226-1561
Get Map!

As a thank you to our community, the Oregon Zoo is offering free admission today!

The weather is expected to be warm and sunny on Saturday. Don't forget that you do have to pay for parking at Washington Park. Better yet, take the MAX Blue Line west to the Zoo terminal, take the elevator up.

"It's a great time of year to see the animals, and our hope is that everyone who comes through the gates Saturday is inspired to help create a better future for wildlife," said Teri Dresler, interim zoo director. "This zoo has been community supported for more than 125 years, and we want it to be accessible for everyone in the region. We are grateful for the generous support of our presenting sponsor — Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon — for making this free community day possible."

Activities taking place Saturday include the following:

  • 10:45 a.m. - animal activity at river otters
  • 11 a.m. - monkey feeding at Africa Rainforest
  • 12:15 p.m. - reptile encounter at Family Farm
  • 1 p.m. - chimpanzee feeding
  • 2 p.m. - animal activity at polar bears
  • 2:15 p.m. - penguin feeding
  • 2:45 p.m. - chameleon feeding at Africa Rainforest
  • 3 p.m. - bat feeding

Throughout the zoo, visitors will have a chance to see history in the making, as work advances on Elephant Lands — a sweeping expansion of the Asian elephant habitat that will quadruple the elephants' space and dramatically enhance their daily experiences.

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