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BAZAARS
Candles and handcrafts
Browse tables of handcrafted items, candles, quilts and jewelry at Midway Christian Church, 2546 S.E. 131st Ave., Dec. 5 and 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be served.
DDHS PTSA Holiday Bazaar
Mark your calendars for the 12th annual David Douglas High School Parent Teacher Student Association Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bazaar will be held at in the north building cafeteria, 1001 S.E. 135th Ave., and will feature local crafts, holiday decorations, baked goods, glasswork, pottery and gift baskets.
The Jingle Bell Café will serve snacks and beverages all day. For more information, please contact Gina Andersen at 503-762-1821, Shannon Pitts at 503-789-5264 or e-mail at DDHSPTSA@gmail.com.
Bazaar supports Oregon Food Bank
The Crossroads Church Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shoppers will find handmade Christmas gifts crafted by local artisans including candles, jewelry, ornaments, baked goods, framed photography and much more. The church will donate 100 percent of raffle ticket sales and fees collected from vendors, along with 20 % of all other sales to the Oregon Food Bank at the Crossroads Cupboard location.
The bazaar will be in the gym at the church, 2505 N.E. 102nd Ave. To learn more, please contact Esther Pfeiffer at 503-706-9601.
Ceramics Club holiday sale
Peruse a wide variety of quality ceramics made by students and alumni at the Mt. Hood Community College Ceramics Club holiday sale on Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Wednesday, Dec. 3.
The sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the visual arts gallery on the Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St. For more information, call 503-491-7309.
THE ARTS
“Bye, Bye Birdie” the musical
Come see over 100 David Douglas students shine in this lighthearted comic musical on Dec. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. The box office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on school days in the performing arts center. Tickets are $7 for students and seniors and $10 for adults. Call 503-261-8270 to reserve tickets.
Living Christmas story
Crossroads Church presents The Living Christmas Story, an outdoor, five-stage retelling of the Christmas story in word and song. Performances are Dec. 12, 13 and 14 with continuous shows from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
This free event is family friendly and open to the public. Handicap assistance and free valet parking are provided as well as hot beverages while you wait for the next tour to begin.
Crossroads Church is located at 2505 N.E. 102nd Ave. If you have any questions, contact Matina Hunnell at matina.hunnell@crossroadsportland.com or 503-445-9979.
Three chances to hear choirs
December is a busy month for Parkrose student choirs. The high school and elementary choirs host the Back Home with Michael Allen Harrison Holiday Concert on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. in the high school theater, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Tickets are $10 for students and seniors and $12.50 for adults. Call Choral Director Lesley Bossert at 503-4-08-2695 to get yours.
The high school A-choir, Treble Choir and the Debonaires will perform at The Grotto on Monday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m.; the Winter Holiday Choir concert is Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. in the high school theater. Admission is free for the winter concert.
Rousing concert planned
The Portland Metro Concert Band will present a holiday concert on Friday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. The program includes a variety of seasonal music, including “Feliz Navidad” and “Honga” from the klezmer tradition, a centuries-old Yiddish musical style. In addition, there are selections by outstanding contemporary composers, a medley of songs from the Broadway show “Annie” and a couple of lively marches.
There is no admission charge, but the band welcomes donations to defray concert expenses.
Free jazz concert
Enjoy a night of free jazz music at the Mt. Hood Community College Jazz Concert Night on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. in the college theater on the Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St.
For more information, contact Susie Jones, jazz band director, at 503-491-7158.
EVENTS
Winter Carnival and food drive
Lincoln Park Elementary, 13200 S.E. Lincoln St., is hosting a winter carnival on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This fun event is open to everyone. Bring your family and friends.
Admission is $2 per person, which includes four tokens for use at craft and game stations. Additional tokens can be purchased at four for $1.
This event also includes a canned food drive to benefit SnowCap Community Charities. For more information, please contact the Lincoln Park Booster Club at 503-254-6504. Please enter the carnival at the back of the school on Southeast 135th Avenue.
Mother/Son Dinner
The annual Mother/Son Dinner, hosted by the David Douglas Dads Club, is Thursday, Dec. 11. The night will include dinner and tickets to the musical “Bye, Bye Birdie.” Ticket prices for dinner and the show are $15 for adults and $11 for students. Tickets for the dinner only are $7 per person. Contact Kara Kauble at 503-262-4409 to learn more.
Have breakfast with Santa
Enjoy breakfast with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 21, courtesy of American Legion Post 1. Kids 12 and under will be served for free; all others will pay $5. Breakfast will be served from 9 to 11 a.m. at 1830 S.E. 122nd Ave. Proceeds from this event support local veterans. To learn more, please call 503-252-2201.
LIBRARIES
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html, 503-988-5386
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy and join in for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 10 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays through Dec. 11 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays through Dec. 11 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays through Dec. 12 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays through Dec. 12 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Making Music 4 Tots: A bilingual, Spanish/English musical program by Cinda Tilgner for children 6 years of age and younger. Crawlers, tots and young ones will enjoy this highly interactive show along with the adults. Lots of percussion instruments, clapping and singing keeps the kids involved. Monday, Dec. 8 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays, Dec. 4 and 18 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged -- Dance Dance Revolution: The second Thursday of the month is DDR Day. Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR. Compete with a friend or just try it out yourself. No experience is necessary. Bring your friends, hang out and eat snacks. Thursday, Dec. 11 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday Arts & Crafts: Come after school and go home with a new creation. Recommended for kids 5 to12 years. Made possible by the Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Children's Art Programs Endowed Fund of The Library Foundation.
Tuesday, Dec. 30 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Language Exchange: Engage in conversation with native English speakers who want to practice their Spanish and native Spanish speakers who want to practice their English. There will be time for conversation in both languages.
Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “My Montana: A History and Memoir, 1930-1950” by Jewel Beck Lansing. Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
TechnoHosts: Volunteers will help you search the Web, use e-mail and look up materials with the library’s online catalog. Assistance in Vietnamese is available. Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid.html, 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years with adult. Mondays through Fridays from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m., except Dec. 24 and 25.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays through Dec. 9 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult.
Tuesdays through Dec. 9 from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 10 and Fridays through Dec. 12 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 10 and Fridays through Dec. 12 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays through Dec. 11 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Vietnamese/English Storytime: Bilingual storytime for children ages newborn to 6 with adult. Saturdays through Dec. 13 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays through Dec. 13 from 1:15 to 2 p.m.
Yoga for Youngsters: This class introduces children to the benefits of yoga through stories, music and simple movements. For ages 4 to 7 years and their caregivers; one child per adult. We encourage you to bring your own mat.
Tuesdays through Dec. 9 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Wii Play 2gether: Play Wii Sports at the library. All ages are welcome. Monday, Dec. 1 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Adventure Art: Have you always wanted to travel to distant lands, wondered what it would be like to journey to the moon or be transported back in time? In this class, you will learn how to combine drawing and photographic collage to create images exploring those places you have always dreamed of visiting. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Thursday, Dec. 18 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392.
Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m., except Dec. 22.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., except Dec. 9.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesday, Dec. 3 and 17
from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged -- Board Games and Wii: Come “Wii” with your friends at the library. Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome. No experience is necessary. Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for nonnative speakers to practice speaking English. Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Recycled Book Purses: Give old, unwanted books new life as cute handbags with Sister Diane. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Dec. 1 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “The Eyre Affair: A Novel” by Jasper Fforde. Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Gateway to Vietnamese Medicine, Health, and Wellness-Qi Gong: Learn the breathing techniques of Qi Gong. Saturday, Dec. 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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