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Kiwanis announce venue change
The Russellville Kiwanis club is now meeting at the Refectory, Northeast 122nd Avenue and Halsey Street, every Tuesday at noon. Please note this is a location change. If you are interested in being involved in service to this community, you are invited to drop in to consider membership.
The guest speaker at the Dec. 11 meeting will be Mary Schultz of the Multnomah County board of elections. The agenda for the meeting on Dec.18 is still to be determined. There will be no meeting on Christmas Day.
If you have questions or would like more information, contact Charlie Ross at 503-252-1570.
Senior all-night party meeting
The David Douglas High Senior All-Night Party Committee meets the second Tuesday of each month. You are invited to join the planning sessions and share your ideas. The next meeting is Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. in the Cobra Room in the district office at 1500 S.E. 130th Ave. To learn more call 503-720-5031.
Club entices new members with potluck
The Villa Garden Club members and guests will enjoy a Christmas potluck luncheon at the conclusion of their meeting on Thursday, Dec. 13. You are invited to join in, enjoy an excellent variety of tasty dishes and learn about the club at the same time.
The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Savage Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1740 S.E. 139th Ave. Please call Leona Connelly at 503-287-4517 if you have any questions.
Club to gather toys, share potluck
The Flower Lane Garden Club will meet at the Club Estates, 12275 S.E. Main St., on Dec. 18 at 11:30 a.m. for its annual Christmas potluck party. Bring a covered dish of your choice and a wrapped gift suitable for a preteen to be donated to Toy N Joy Makers.
If you would like to know more about joining an active garden club, be sure to drop in. For more information call Isa Hogue at 503-253-4071.
CHURCHES
Congregation plans dinner, concert, party
The Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St., has planned numerous activities this month beginning with the monthly free community dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. Classes and groups for all ages follow, but are not required.
There will be a holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 23 at 2 p.m. at the church. The PUMC choir will perform along with other groups and soloists. Performances will be followed by a group sing of favorite Christmas carols and hymns.
On Christmas Eve, the congregation will host a family-oriented Christmas Eve Party from 5 to 7 p.m., including live music, food, karaoke and a short Christmas play. Donations of nonperishable food for SnowCap Community Charities will be accepted. The party will be followed by a traditional Christmas Eve worship service at 7 p.m.
Winter events at The Grotto
The Grotto is located at Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard.
A Mass and blessing with the relic of Saint Peregrine will be offered in the Chapel of Mary on Saturday, Dec. 1 at noon. Saint Peregrine is the patron saint of victims of cancer, AIDS and other life-threatening diseases.
The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights welcomes all who seek the true spirit and meaning of Christmas. Through the presentation of spectacular lights, hourly music concerts, outdoor caroling and other family entertainment, The Grotto’s festival surrounds visitors with the traditional sights and sounds of this wondrous holiday season. The event runs nightly through Dec. 30 from 5 to 9:30 p.m., except Christmas Day. Admission is $7. Children are admitted for $3. Children under 2 are admitted free.
FUNDRAISERS
Choir brings Harrison home
The Parkrose High School a cappella choir is hosting the fifth annual Back Home with Michael Allen Harrison concert on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. in the auditorium, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. This has become a holiday tradition for many people, featuring choral specials from two of the Parkrose elementary schools as well as the high school a cappella choir. The highlight is the inspiring piano work of Parkrose alum Michael Allen Harrison as he touches the heartstrings of his audience members and melts them with his passionate melodies.
Tickets are $12.50 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. For tickets please call 503-408-2718 or contact a choir member.
Boosters want your cans and bottles
The Parkrose Bronco Boosters want to help you manage clutter. They will take all refundable cans and bottles off your hands on the first Saturday of every month. Drop by the middle school at 11800 N.E. Shaver St. between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., or if you have a large quantity, call Dave Luce at 503-255-3745 to arrange a pickup.
If you missed the December date, volunteers will be at the school on Saturday, Jan. 5 to accept your donation.
Scouts will recycle your tree
Boy Scout Troop #606 has served Parkrose and Mid-county for more than 36 years. Sponsored by the Gateway Elks, the troop has graduated more than 100 boys to Eagle Scouts.
Troop members will offer Christmas tree recycling at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 12505 N.E. Halsey St., on Saturday, Dec. 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 12 from noon to 4 p.m. A donation will be requested.
Area residents who live between Northeast Glisan Street and Sandy Boulevard, and between 102nd and 162nd avenues can arrange for pick-up. There will be a $5 charge for this service.
To learn more or to schedule a pickup, call 503-780-0241 or visit www.troop606.com.
BAZAARS
Arts and crafts fair returns
If you’re looking for unique, personal gift items this year, look no further than the Scrooge Lives Arts and Crafts Fair at Mt. Hood Community College, 26000 S.E. Stark St.
Celebrating its 38th year, the Scrooge Lives Arts and Crafts Fair has added several new vendors, all bringing new and interesting items for your holiday shopping.
Native American coiled baskets, children’s personalized books and handmade greeting cards and jewelry made from recycled materials are just a few of the new items.
The bazaar will also feature soy candles, natural lotions, massage oils, ceramics, birdhouses and handcrafted jewelry — all moderately priced.
A collection barrel will also be available to collect any canned or nonperishable food items for Barney’s Pantry, an on-campus resource for low-income students.
The bazaar is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 5 and Thursday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the MHCC Gresham campus College Center Lounge, Room 1051. Mark your calendar for these dates. For more information, call 503-491-7260.
Garden offers holiday greens
On Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Leach Garden Friends will hold the 21st 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 offered for sale. Get into the spirit of the season, stroll the winter garden and sip hot cider in the historic Leach Garden Manor. Admission is free.
The 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, administrative assistant, at 503-823-1671.
Quilts and wooden crafts
The Midway Christian Church bazaar is Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7 and 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 2546 S.E. 131st Ave. Quilts, children's items and wooden crafts will be offered. Enjoy lunch in the café.
Sharing the wealth
The Mindful Gifts Bazaar at Bridgeport United Church of Christ, 621 N.E. 76th Ave., offers gifts created by and supporting 35 local nonprofit organizations. The bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
THE ARTS
Flying witches come to DDHS
The David Douglas High School Performing Arts Department is proud to present the Broadway musical "The Wizard of Oz." This childhood favorite will include a full orchestra, chorus, Broadway style set and flying witches.
Over 100 DDHS students are involved in the production. Cast members include dancers, singers and actors and are supported by students in the pit orchestra and technical crew members. Staff members, parents and other community volunteers make this a community effort.
Performances are scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6, 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for seniors and students, $10 for adults, and can be reserved at 503-261-8270 or ddhsboxoffice@ddouglas.k12.or.us. The Horner Performing Arts Center is located at 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. The box office is open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on school days and one hour prior to showtime.
Young thespians take the stage
Join young actors for an afternoon of monologues and dramatic scenes at Fir Ridge Campus, 11215 S.E. Market St., on Wednesday, Dec. 12 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. In its second year, the performing arts program at the alternative campus would love your support. The event is free. Donations will be accepted to fund a spring performance.
Free holiday concert
The Portland Metro Concert Band will perform at the Horner Performing Arts Center, David Douglas High School, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave, on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. The program will include Christmas selections, Broadway and film favorites as well as classical pieces and rousing marches.
The concert is free, but the band does accept donations to defray expenses.
Choirs announce performances
The annual Parkrose High School Choral Department holiday concert is set for Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. in the Parkrose High School auditorium, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. The concert choir, treble choir, a cappella choir and the Debonaires will perform. For more information and ticket prices, contact Lesley Bossert, choir director, at 503-408-2695.
The PHS choirs will also perform at the Festival of Lights at The Grotto, Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard, at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 16. Admission is $7 for adults, children are admitted for $3, and children under 2 are admitted free.
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