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Care about clean water, check this out
The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its monthly Board meeting on Monday, Oct.17, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held in Room 443 of Montgomery Park, 2701 N.W. Vaughn St. For information, call Eann Rains at 503-222-7645, extension 104.
Business leaders rub elbows with police commander
The Parkrose Business Association will meet on Thursday, Oct. 20. The featured speaker will be the Portland Police Bureau’s East Precinct new Commander Mike Crebs. This will be a great time to get acquainted with Commander Crebs. The Member Moment speaker will be Cynthia Jones from the new, renovated Rodeway Inn in Parkrose.
Join PBA at Steamers Restaurant, 8030 N.E. Sandy Blvd. at 11:30 a.m. to network. No reservations are necessary to enjoy lunch prepared by Chef Edgar Stocker. For more information, call 503-493-2215.
FUNDRAISERS
Dare to be scared
Keeping with the Halloween tradition, Rossi Farms presents its Haunted Ghost Town. The farm’s annual fundraiser will benefit the Parkrose High School Senior All-Night Party.
A host of ghouls and goblins will thrill and surprise young and old alike as they wind their way through cornfields and the old west town.
The Haunted Ghost Town will run from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings Oct. 21, 22, 23 and 28, 29, and 30. Entrance is $9 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.
The Rossi Farms Haunted Ghost Town is located at 3839 NE. 122nd Ave. For more information, please call 503-253-5571.
Seeking holiday bazaar information
It has become tradition for the Memo to include listings for holiday bazaars in Mid-county. These are fun events that bring friends and neighbors together and are often the major fundraiser for the hosting organization.
If your church, club or community group is planning a holiday bazaar, please send the information to the Mid-county Memo, 3510 N.E. 134th Ave., Portland, OR 97230. You may also fax your submission to 503-287-8904, or e-mail it to editor@midcountymemo.com.
Include dates, times, location, the name of your organization, a contact person and phone number, and a brief description of items you expect to be offered and how the funds you raise will be used. We will need to have your submission no later than Friday, Oct. 14.
Can and bottle collection continues, auction announced
Parkrose High School Booster’s are very appreciative of the all the recyclable cans and bottles you bring them each month. So much so that they will be at Parkrose Middle School, 11800 N.E. Shaver St. on Saturday, Oct.1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. no matter the weather to collect more. If you miss the October collection date, Booster members are at the middle school on the first Saturday of each month.
Gail Volk, Booster president, asks that you mark your calendar now for Saturday, Nov. 12. The group will host an auction. More news will be available in the November issue of the Memo or you may call Volk at 503-705-3057 to offer your help.
Legion sets date for rummage sale
The American Legion Post 1 and Auxiliary rummage sale will be on, Oct. 14 to 16 at 1820 S.E. 122nd Ave. Hours on Friday and Saturday will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Items ranging from clothing, books, jewelry and household goods will be priced to sell, or make an offer. Proceeds benefit veteran programs.
For more information, contact Donna Linstead at 503-252-6245.
Donated bicycles benefit kids
Central East Rotary Club will hold its 3rd Annual Bike Drive at Ron Russell Middle School, 3955 S.E. 112th Ave. on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of old bikes and bike parts will be appreciated. The Community Cycling Group will refurbish the bikes for its holiday bike give away in December.
To learn more, contact Ron Russell Principal Charlene Bassine at 503-256-6519.
Circle of Strength luncheon offers support to women
In the spirit of women supporting women, the Northeast Catholic Counseling Center will host over 200 guests at the Circle of Strength luncheon on Saturday, Oct. 22 at Riverside Golf and Country Club, 8105 N.E. 33rd Drive. Now in its fourth year, the fundraising luncheon aims to build a network or circle of strength among women to support counseling for low-income single women and their children. The Center, with the help of dedicated volunteers and supporters, has raised over $100,000 to date through these annual luncheons.
Counseling center Director Sister Barbara Kennedy describes the impact of services that help single mothers with personal counseling, as well as job referrals, housing, and educational opportunities this way: “Supporting these moms in all areas of their lives increases the likelihood of strong healthy families. It’s a way of creating a circle of strength in their everyday lives.”
The Northeast Catholic Counseling Center makes a difference in the lives of over 700 individuals, couples and families each year. While many generous corporation, foundations and individuals help support counseling for the Center’s low-income clients, this important event directly underwrites much of the cost of counseling for impoverished single women and children.
To learn more about the Northeast Catholic Counseling Center, or to R.S.V. P., contact Patricia Trout at 503-253-0964.
Gateway business boosters host murder mystery dinner auction
An evening of fun and excitement looms at a murder mystery auction brought to you by members of the Gateway Area Business Association. This event is set for Saturday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Sheraton Airport Hotel, 8235 N.E. Airport Way.
Activities will include both a silent and a live auction, and dinner. Funds raised will go into the GABA scholarship fund for David Douglas High School students. A goal of $6000 has been set.
Tickets are $35 per person or $59.95 for two. Reservations are required in advance. Sponsor tables are still available. Call Nancy Williams, auction chair, at 503-989-4487 to get in on the fun.
Haunted house has movie theme
See movies come to life before your eyes at the Parkrose Masonic Lodge scary movies haunted house. The Lodge is located at 4812 N.E. 102nd Ave. Members will welcome you to this annual event Thursday through Monday, Oct. 27 to 31 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Children under five are admitted free with a paid adult.
For more information call 503-253-8870.
Women’s Guild announces festival
The Women’s Guild at St. Rita Catholic Church will host its annual Fall Festival and Bazaar on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 4 and 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Organizers say there will be new vendors, a boutique, fresh baked goods and produce as well as a selection of white elephants. Lunch will be available all day.
The church is located at 10029 N.E. Prescott St. For additional information, please call Pat Shanahan at 503-254-0305 or 503 253-8810.
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