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| Volume 12, Issue 3 | March 2014 |
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| Greg Malinowski has been serving as our county commissioner for four years, and is running for re-election in May. |
A “house party” to meet our Washington County Commissioner, Greg Malinowski, will be held on Monday, March 24, 7-8:30 pm at the campaign office, 12847 NW Cornell Road (just west of the Shell station in front of Bales Thriftway). Greg has been representing us for four years as one of the five people who make the big decisions for our county. Now it’s time for him to run for re-election.
You may have met Greg and his wife Jonella at the Cedar Mill Farmers Market, where they sell beef, chicken, and eggs from their Springville Road farm. Now come and find out about his plans to keep our county livable in the face of inevitable growth and development. He’s running against a well-funded opponent with ties to the big developers.
Cedar Mill is not part of any city, so our County Commissioner is our most important local elected representative. He and the three other regional Commissioners, along with the County Chair, vote on the important issues that determine how the county operates and grows.
The May 20 “primary” election for this non-partisan position could decide the race. If no additional candidates register for the race—deadline is March 12—a 50% +1-vote majority will decide the winner. Cedar Mill News publisher Virginia Bruce is hosting the event. Come on out on Monday the 24th, bring your concerns and questions, and find out if Greg Malinowski is your choice, too.
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The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Child Abuse Detectives present this free eye-opening training that debunks common myths associated with child molesters, and teaches you ways to keep kids safe. For adults 18+ (strictly enforced due to subject matter).
The training will be held on Thursday, March 13, 7-8:30 pm at Christ United Methodist Church, 12755 NW Dogwood. Contact the Crime Prevention Unit at 503-846-2579 or e-mail Jessica at jessica_chandler@co.washington.or.us to reserve your spot.
"Successfully choosing, placing and growing Native Plants," will be presented by Jennifer Nelson, Tualatin Valley Soil and Water Conservation District, along with a slide show and a discussion of backyard rain gardens and curbside swales at the March 19 meeting of the Cedar Mill Garden Club.
The noon meeting is held at the Beaverton Activities Center, 12500 SW Allen Blvd. The program is open to all interested gardeners. For further information, please contact B. Cushman, 503-649-7741 or see their website, thecedarmillgardenclub.org.
In addition to gardening programs and field trips, the Cedar Mill Garden Club is sponsoring a youth garden club at Ridgewood Elementary School and is making plans for their plant sale in May. If anyone has plants to donate, (perennials, herbs, natives or small shrubs) please call the above number for additional information.
On April 5, come learn from nationally known experts and local soil heroes about improving soil health at home or on the farm. Special tracks offered for those just getting started, and for farmers. Afterwards, stick around for the Soil Social!
The health of your soil determines the health of everything you grow in it—from food to flowers. Find out what's in soil, how you can improve your soil, and how to test and analyze it! Entertaining speakers include Dr. Doug Tallamy, entomologist and author of "Bringing Nature Home," and James "Dr. Soil" Cassidy, OSU Soil Scientist.
Details and registration are available here. West Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District is sponsoring the event. Cost is $30 per person or $50 for two. The event takes place at Lewis & Clark College, 0615 SW Palatine Hill Road. Soil School starts at 8 am and goes until 3:30 pm. Register and pay by clicking on Events at www.wmswcd.org. For more information please contact Carolyn Lindberg at 503-238-4775 or at carolyn@wmswcd.org.
The Washington County Public Affairs Forum will soon bring candidates and experts on upcoming measures to their weekly meetings to help us make good decisions for the May 20 election. The Forum meets from 11:45 am to 1 pm at the Peppermill Restaurant, located at 17455 SW Farmington Rd, Aloha. Their programs are also available on YouTube.com and local cable access channel 21, Tualatin Valley Community Television, TVCTV.org.
March 10: Tom Marsh, Author of “To the Promised Land: A History of Government and Politics in Oregon.”
March 17: Washington County Commission Chair Andy Duyck and challenger Allen Amabisca; House District 34 Democrats Brian Tosky and Jason Yurgel
March 24: Washington County Commissioner District 2 Commissioner Greg Malinowski and challenger Bob Zahrowski; Washington County Commissioner Distict 4 Commissioner Bob Terry and challenger Hon. Elizabeth Furse.
Admission is free. Lunch is available off the regular menu. Volunteers are welcome to help with various aspects of the meeting. The Forum is a non-profit organization supported by member dues, just $45/year for individuals.
This month’s Beaverton Historical Society presentation is “The Civil War: This Country’s Most Devastating War,” by Major Mike Tamerius, a NW Civil War Re-enactor. It will take place as usual at the Beaverton History Center on 12412 SW Broadway Street at 7 pm on Tuesday March 11.
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| Major Mike Tamerius, NW Civil War Re-enactor |
Please note: Starting with this March event BHS will be charging $2 per person for non-members. Members will continue to attend for free. Learn about membership on the website or call 503-430-0106.
Mike Tamerius is a founding member of the 4th US Cavalry Company A, and board member of the Northwest Civil War Council. He currently holds the rank of Major as the Federal (Union) Cavalry Commander. In this position he commands the mounted and dismounted cavalry troops at four annual re-enacting events, as well as participating in a number of parades including the Starlight and Albany Veteran's Day.
The Northwest Civil War Council re-enacting events are a time travel glimpse into both civilian and military life in the mid-19th century. Mike is actively involved in school demonstrations and history education throughout the metro area and the Willamette Valley. He currently participates in 22 school demonstration days giving middle school students a tactile and physical experience of this country's most devastating war, and mid-19th century life.
Mike is also a founding member of the first Oregon Volunteer Cavalry. This unit has a very narrow but important historical imprint in our area. It served from 1861-1865 to protect Oregon and the surrounding territories while Federal troops were ordered east for engagement in the Civil War. The first Oregon Volunteer Cavalry engages bi-monthly in drilling demonstrations and history education at Fort Vancouver. If you enjoy learning about the Civil War, or are curious about historic re-enactment, join us for this program.
Learn more about the future of walkability in Washington County. Meet at Max's Fanno Creek Brewpub in Tigard on Tuesday, March 18, 5-8 pm. Join friends and colleagues to learn more about the future of walkability and Safe Routes to School in the greater Portland metro region, with a focus on Washington County. Come hear about walkability strategies and how you can help ensure success. Speakers from around the region will give updates on topics of interest for Washington County. Register here. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/pacific-northwest-regional-walkability-meetgreet-washington-county-tickets-10695976955. Sponsored by Pacific Northwest Safe Routes to School Regional Network Project
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Using primitive styles, heavy glazes and new approaches to form and color, European ceramic artists rode a wave of post-war renewal and innovation to push beyond classical design. Their work continues to influence a new generation of artists and designers.
Ceramics in this exhibition, curated by collector Curt Shaffstall, are on view for study and available for purchase. Every purchase supports Oregon College of Art and Craft and our artists. The show opened February 20 and will continue through March 30.
Gallery hours are 10 am-3 pm daily. Plan your visit around a delicious lunch in the Nobleoni cafe, under new management with chef Leather Storrs, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Monday-Saturday, Brunch on Sundays 9:30 am - 2 pm. For more information, call 971-255-4143. Oregon College of Art & Craft is located at 8245 Southwest Barnes Road.
Other exhibitions this month at the college include:
March 6-April 1: OCAC juried high school show. Hoffman Gallery
March 6-30: OCAC Ceramics Department exhibition, Centrum Gallery
Friday-Saturday, April 11-12, 9 am–5 pm. at Skyline Grange, 11275 NW Skyline Blvd (1.5 miles east of NW Cornelius Pass Rd intersection or 2.4 miles west of NW Germantown Rd. intersection)
Bare-root fruit, shade and flowering trees & shrubs will be available at the sale only. All stock is from licensed nurseries.
The Native Plant Sale will feature 67+ species of native plants, shrubs & trees. These are available as pre-order or at sale. Pick up a pre-order form at Plainview Grocery, or request one by emailing SkylineGrange894@msn.com. Return Pre-Order Form by Friday, April 4. Stock is from Bosky Dell Natives.
This is a major annual Skyline Grange benefit. Have questions or wish to volunteer with the sale? Contact SkylineGrange894@msn.com or 503-708-1414.
A list of additional Native Plant Sales this spring is available on the Clean Water Services website.
ODOT will hold a public meeting Monday, March 10, 6-8 p.m. at the Beaverton Library in Room B to discuss the Draft 2015-2018 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, which includes projects for federal, state, city and county transportation systems including highways, rail, public transit, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
The much-needed improvement to the eastbound offramp from Highway 26 to Cedar Hills Blvd. is not on the list. If that concerns you, show up at the meeting!
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