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FUNDRAISERS
SnowCap begins Saturday service, hosts fundraising breakfast
SnowCap Community Charities’ new Saturday service is off and running, and the agency is gearing up to handle increased demand for food and clothing during the winter months.
SnowCap Executive Director Judy Alley said the food basket operation is now serving clients from 10:30 a.m. to noon each Saturday at the agency’s warehouse at 17788 S.E. Stark St. Donations are accepted from 9 a.m. until noon.
These Saturday food baskets include fresh produce, dairy products, and canned and packaged goods, which are secured each week at the Oregon Food Bank.
SnowCap Community Charities is a nonprofit, faith-based agency that distributes food and clothing and provides energy assistance, English language instruction and other advocacy services for low-income and needy families and individuals in east Multnomah County.
A Christmas breakfast sponsored by the Greater Gresham Baptist Church and the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce will support SnowCap’s holiday service.
The event is scheduled Friday, Dec.15, from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at Greater Gresham Baptist Church, 3848 N.E. Division St. in Gresham. Cost is $10 per person. Table sponsorships are $100. Tickets are available by calling 503-674-8785, ext. 17.
“This event begins the holiday season of sharing for SnowCap,” Alley said. “Those attending this breakfast will be given an opportunity to support SnowCap’s vital community program.”
Alley noted that the holiday season increases the need for volunteers, food and warm clothing.
“Sharing time and helping to feed and clothe others is a good antidote to the rampant materialism of a mall Christmas,” she said.
Volunteers are needed on Saturdays to help set up tables, manage a produce line, accept donations, clean coolers, and assist with transportation needs. Christmas volunteers are also needed on Dec. 16, 18, 19 and 20. Each day has two shifts, one from 9:30 a.m. to noon and one from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Volunteers should schedule their time with Lorie Wageman at 503-674-8785, ext. 12, or at lorie@snowcap.org.
BAZAARS
Green bazaar scheduled at garden
On Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1 and 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Leach Garden Friends will be holding their 20th annual Holiday Bazaar. A wide variety of fresh greens will be available in bulk, along with wreaths, swags and centerpieces, cones and dried flowers, handcrafted items and baked goods. As always the gift shop will be open and nursery plants will be available for purchase. Get into the spirit of the season, stroll the winter garden, and sip hot cider in the historic Leach Garden Manor. Admission is free.
Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., just south of Foster Road. All proceeds benefit the programs and maintenance of the garden’s botanical collection of over 3,000 species and cultivars. Leach Botanical Garden is Portland’s only public botanical garden.
For more information call Nancy Williams at 503-823-1671.
Multnomah Bible College
Select from handcrafted items, artwork, jewelry and quilted home accessories at 8435 N.E. Glisan St. on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1 and 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Student talents will be showcased
The 10th annual David Douglas High School Parent Teacher Student Association Holiday Bazaar featuring local crafts, decorations, baked goods and more is Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New this year is a section showcasing the artistic talents of David Douglas students.
Snacks and beverages will be served in the Jingle Bell Cafe all day.
David Douglas High is located at 1001 S.E. 135th Ave. between Stark and Division streets.
Vendors please contact Karin Britton at 503-254-7702.
Ceramics club offers student works for sale
The public is invited to attend Mt. Hood Community College’s annual Holiday Ceramics Sale and browse through hundreds of handmade ceramic creations. Now in its 23rd year, the sale will feature a variety of student artwork, including decorative and functional ceramic and raku pieces. These make perfect holiday gifts at student prices.
The sale will be held in the Visual Arts Center Gallery, located on the MHCC Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St., Tuesday, Dec. 5, through Friday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please call the Visual Arts Center at 503-491-7309.
Procrastinators rejoice
Parkrose Community United Church of Christ, 4715 N.E. 106th Ave., presents The Last-Minute Christmas Shopping Bazaar for folks looking for unique gifts or decorations. The bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
You will find fresh holiday swags and wreaths, candy and baked goods available in charming holiday containers, artistic Christmas crafts, special used items and unusual fair trade items from third-world countries.
Bridgeport United Church of Christ
The Mindful Gifts Bazaar features gifts and gift tokens representing services or projects from organizations including p:ear, Friends of Trees and Portland Habitat for Humanity. Enjoy live music and refreshments on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 621 N.E. 76th Ave. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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