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• Garbage rate increase
• Yarn and fabric drive
• Party in the Park—free fun for all
• Safe Driving!
• Husen Park expansion meeting
• Cruisin’ Broadway
• Beaverton Arts Mix
• Cedar Mill scores big in Little League tournament
• Outdoor Movie Night
• Friday Flicks by the Fountain
• Last Tuesday Concert Series
• Skyline Artisans Guild Summer Festival

Washington County garbage rate increase

Garbage collection bills will go up a little (2.3%) as of July 1 for most residential and commercial can/cart collection service. Commercial container collection will rise by 8.3%.

All garbage haulers in the Metro area are subject to government control of their rates and other activities. In Washington County, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) sets rates, with advice from the Solid Waste Advisory Committee, an appointed group representing citizens and haulers. The Committee recommended the rate adjustment at their June 12 meeting. The BCC approved the change at their June 24 meeting, and it took effect on July 1.

Collection rates are uniform across the county, with all similar customers paying the same rate for the same level of service. For example, all urban residential customers who subscribe to 32-gallon garbage and recycling collection service pay the same rate of $22.44, regardless of which collection company provides the service. The rates provide revenue that covers allowable collection costs plus a profit margin for the haulers.

The increase was approved to allow a higher profit margin for the companies. In Cedar Mill, Walker Garbage serves most households. If you pay bills through a payment service or your bank, be sure to make an adjustment for the new rates when you get your next bill.

Yarn and fabric drive

Leedy Grange member Yvonne Clarke is collecting all kinds of yarn, and cotton fabric, for several groups and projects she works with. “Baby yarn is made into hats and blankets for preemies, and they are distributed to some of the non-profit, low-income health organizations like Virginia Garcia clinic,” she says. “Regular yarn is made into “Hats for the Homeless.”

Cotton fabric pieces are made into dresses and shorts that will be sent to needy kids in orphanages in Haiti. “Some of the work is done by members of my church, and also members of my Garden Club. And some people just like the idea and want to get involved, even if they’re not a member of a group,” she says.

Donations can be brought to the Leedy Flea Market, 10-4 on the first Saturday of each month at the hall, 835 NW Saltzman. Securely bagged donations may also be left on the porch of the hall, located up the short stairway near the parking lot.

For more information, or if you’d like to help, call Yvonne Clarke at 503-649-5962.

Party in the Park—free fun for all

Saturday, July 26, 11 am-5 pm, Howard M. Terpenning Recreation Complex, 15707 SW Walker Road

Party in the Park is the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s largest community event of the year. Most activities will run from 11 am to 5 pm. That includes the Beaverton International Celebration.

Other attractions will include a Beaverton Police K-9 Unit demonstration, giant inflatables, climbing walls, arts and crafts, and face painting as well as swimming, sports, a tennis clinic, Radio Disney, and the THPRD Rec Mobile and Nature Mobile – all free.

The Classic at T-Hills will again showcase lovingly restored or preserved cars and trucks of decades past. Sol Mars will perform ‘60s surf music followed by the Fabulous Farelanes playing '50s and '60s rock 'n roll. All exhibitors are welcome. The car show, now in its 10th year, will run from 8 am to 4 pm. Exhibitors pay a modest fee to benefit the Tualatin Hills Park Foundation, but viewing the vehicles is free.

The Family Triathlon, a Party in the Park staple since 2007, provides children, parents and grandparents the opportunity to have fun together in a 50-yard swim, two-mile bike ride, and 1/3-mile run. The non-competitive activity draws hundreds of family members each year. The triathlon, which will start at 9 am, has a small participant fee to defray costs.

The Beaverton International Celebration, now in its fourth year, includes music, dance, art, crafts, food, traditional dress and ceremonies representing many of the diverse ethnic populations that make up the Beaverton area. Two stages will feature artistic, dance and musical performances. In addition, information tables will highlight organizations, associations and businesses representing local ethnic populations. The annual show is produced by the City of Beaverton in partnership with THPRD.

Free drop-in sports activities are scheduled inside the Athletic Center throughout the day, including basketball, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, and table tennis. Free swimming will be available at the Aquatic Center from 1:30 to 3:30 pm and 4 to 6 pm.

The THPRD Rec Mobile will host supervised athletic, artistic and educational programs all day for children. THPRD’s mobile classroom, the Nature Mobile, will provide nature and science learning opportunities, along with fun activities and games.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase from several local vendors. Parking is free for all activities, but spaces are limited. The HMT Complex is served by bus routes 59 and 67, and bicycle racks are available. In addition, THPRD will run a shuttle between the complex and the Merlo Road/SW 158th MAX light rail station. An electric car charging station is in the lot near 158th and NW Schendel Avenue.

Safe Driving!

Friday, August 1, 9 am-4:30 pm at the Cedar Mill Library

Once again, Tom Wilson, instructor for AARP Driver Safety, will be putting on an AARP Driving Class at the Cedar Mill Community Library. It only costs $20 or $15 depending on your membership type and is a six-hour class aimed at drivers 50 years or older. There is a possible insurance discount with participation. Registration fee is payable in class, check preferred. There will be an hour break for lunch. Bring a ballpoint pen. A Guidebook and an Oregon Driver Manual will be provided. For more information contact Tom Wilson at PDXCats@Comcast.net or 503-286-9688.

Husen Park expansion meeting

Wednesday, July 16, 6 pm, Cedar Mill Library

Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District acquired another parcel of land adjacent to Jackie Husen Park, 10955 NW Reeves St. This meeting is a continuation of the first meeting, where neighbors discussed developing a master plan for the new acquisition, as well as removal of the existing home and the intention to construct a community garden. Park Planner Nicole Paulsen says, “At this meeting we will present the preferred master plan, provide a project overview, and ask for feedback.”

Original plans for the current renovation of nearby Cedar Mill Park called for a Community Garden, but when the new Husen parcel was acquired, it seemed like a better place for the Garden. This allowed Park planners to have more flexibility in placing other needed features at Cedar Mill Park.

The meeting is open to everyone who has an interest in parks in the area.

Cruisin’ Broadway

Friday, August 1, 5-8 pm, Old Town Beaverton

Do you love old cars? Enter yours in this Car Show, or just come down and enjoy the parade! There will be live music, refreshments, and raffle prizes available. Registration begins at 4 pm, donations benefit the Beaverton Historical Society & Beaverton Downtown Association. Early registration accepted at the Beaverton History Center on Thursday, July 31 between noon and 4 pm.

Presented by the Beaverton Historical Society in association with the Beaverton Downtown Association. For more information call 503-430-0106.

Beaverton Arts Mix

Calling all Oregon visual artists! The Call for Artists for the 2014 Beaverton Arts Mix (BAM!) is happening now! Call is posted at callforentry.org under the title Beaverton Arts Mix! Categories this year include oils/acrylics, watercolor, photography, sculpture/fine craft, jewelry/fiber, mixed media, drawings/pastels/prints and digital/graphic design (including graphic novels). The deadline to apply is Monday, August 4.

The event takes place October 3 - 12, at the Beaverton City Library. To read the artist prospectus and learn more about BAM, visit BeavertonOregon.gov/BAM.

Cedar Mill scores big in Little League tournament

Cedar Mill Little League's All Stars just won their first-ever Majors championship on Sunday, July 13, beating Raleigh Hills 17-2. The win sends them to the upcoming Oregon state tournament, set for July 18-24 at Alpenrose Field.

Congratulations also to Cedar Mill Little League’s 11/12 year Honors baseball team that recently won the Oregon District 4 Little League post-season Honors tournament. This tournament was held from June 21-28 at Alpenrose Stadium in Portland, Oregon and consisted of teams in District 4 including Beaverton/Aloha, Raleigh Hills, SW Portland, Lake Oswego and Tigard Little Leagues.

The championship play-off game was held on Saturday June 28 and Cedar Mill played against Raleigh Hills Little League. Cedar Mill won the game with a close score of 8-7, and represented themselves and our community of Cedar Mill in every way. This team was managed by Cedar Mill Little League’s president Glenn Fritts and coached by Paul Michel Brink and Brian Kelso.

Outdoor Movie Night

August 23, 7-10 pm, Cedar Mill Bible Church

See Disney’s “Frozen” outdoors with your friends and neighbors, on the lawn behind Cedar Mill Bible Church. Food and music at 7 pm, movie starts at dusk. Bring blankets or sand chairs to the Cedar Mill Church on Cornell Road. There is no cost and no tickets needed. For more information contact 503-644-3156 or visit cmbc.org.

Friday Flicks by the Fountain

7 pm, Fridays in August, Beaverton City Park

Join the Beaverton School District on Friday evenings during August for family-friendly flicks at Beaverton City Park (across from the Beaverton City Library 12375 SW 5th Street).

Movies begin at dusk (depending on the date and the cloud cover, ranging from about 8:10- 8:40 pm). The flicks will also feature short films from Beaverton School District's Signal to Noise (STN) student film contest. Bring the whole family to enjoy family friendly pre-movie entertainment beginning at 7 pm! All movies are rated PG.

August 1: “Lego Movie.” STN selection: “Rump Racers,” produced by Cody Stoltz, Westview High School.

August 8: “Despicable Me 2.” STN: “Mt. View Brave,” produced by Joan Park's Enrichment students, Mt. View Middle School.

August 15: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.” STN: “y=mx+b,” produced by Lily James, Arts Communication Magnet Academy.

August 22: “Frozen.” STN: PSA “Lean in for STEM,” produced by Rayna P & Leslie M, Montclair Elementary.

“Our young filmmakers are so grateful to be able to share their work," said Scott Hacke, the Beaverton School Districts media production specialist. "Allowing students to be recognized is great example of how the City of Beaverton stays involved with the community."

For more information about Flicks by the Fountain or other city events, call 503-526-2559, visit BeavertonOregon.gov/Events or email events@BeavertonOregon.gov.

Last Tuesday Concert Series

Last Tuesdays, June-August, 5:30-8 pm

Free concerts in the Beaverton Round. Attendees can dine at Mio Sushi, Mingo’s, or Planet Thai, where they offer both indoor and outdoor seating. Art vendors will also have their work on display and for sale.

Tuesday, July 29: Hit Machine 80's Band, The Reflex. Intermission entertainment by Def Con 5, MVP Dance Elite, and Soul Trigger, this BLT will also be ‘80s themed with a costume contest and tunes throughout the evening.

Tuesday, August 26: Pepe & the Bottle Blondes. Intermission entertainment by Argentine Tango dancers Adam Cornett & Alyssa Quinn Jernigan.

Parking is available off of SW Cedar Hills Boulevard at Westgate Drive in the former Westgate Theater lot. For BeavertonOregon.gov/BLT. The series receives generous support from Beaverton Family Dental, Decarli Watson Hall, Pepita’s Mexican Cuisine, The Oregonian, The Round, Umpqua Bank, and VillaSport.

Skyline Artisans Guild Summer Festival

Friday, July 25, 4-7 pm; Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, 10 am-4 pm, Skyline Grange Hall, 11275 NW Skyline Blvd.

The public is invited to our Third Annual Summer Festival, presented by Skyline Artisans Guild. About 20 booths will showcase the work of local Skyline area artisans. Included will be book arts, jewelry, hand-sewn clothing, accessories, pottery, glass, and more.

As in previous events, local food vendors will have their baked goods, pickles and other foods available for purchase, and we hope to have local produce available as well. The weather will be predictably beautiful, and we’re planning for music out on the grass, with informal acoustic bluegrass & folk jam sessions presented between the scheduled music (Lynn Conover and others).

There are also plans in the works for artisan demos open to the public during the weekend. Discover the beauty that is being created in your neighborhood, and come out to strengthen our shared community bond. We look forward to seeing you. For more information (including inquiries about vendor spaces), please contact Ken Pincus at ken@pincuspotterystudio.com.

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