August 2012 Business News
Music Academy moves into new location
 Hoffman Academy of Music has moved into its new location at the southwest corner of NW Cornell and NW Saltzman Roads, between RockIt Resale and Portrait Wonders. The Academy offers instruction in piano, guitar, voice, and preschool music classes, and is running full-swing this summer, conducting lessons, classes, and camps at their new location. Feel free to stop by and visit the new studios. Summer office hours are Monday- Friday 10:30 am-4 pm.
Beginning August 1, Hoffman Academy will be registering for fall classes. For more information visit the Academy website at www.HoffmanAcademy.com.
Cedar Mill Business Association: August Speaker
Gayla Smith of Certified Site Inspection & Radon Solutions in Tigard is an Oregon licensed general contractor certified for home inspections, along with VA/FHA loan inspections. She will be speaking on the red-flag issues of home-buying and radon in the home.
The Cedar Mill Business Association meets at the Cedar Mill Bible Church chapel on Tuesday, August 14, from 11:45 am to 1 pm. For more information, visit cedarmillbiz.com
Wine Cellar readies new location
Erin Palmer has been getting lots of help from her customers and friends who are eager for her new location to open for business. She says, “Last Sunday, with the help of ten friends, family, and customers, we moved the entire shop out in three hours.”
The new location, in the “triangle” center at 525 NW Saltzman, will include a private dining room for dinner parties, both Wine Cellar sponsored and for rental, and a conference room for events, complete with a big-screen monitor for presentations, movies or whatever you’d like to display. Both spaces can be served by an on-site catering service. These are in addition to the sales floor that will include a space for enjoying a glass of wine with friends, and for Erin’s popular tasting events.
Keep an eye on the shop—they’re not sure exactly when they’ll open but it will be worth the wait.
 Musician-for-Hire
Local Singer/Songwriter/ Guitarist, Scott Thomas, is available for public and private events, parties, restaurants, bistros, bars, coffee shops, etc. in the Cedar Mill Area. Scott is from New Orleans and has been performing for over 20 years. He recently moved to the area and has been playing at many local businesses and farmers markets. You can catch him at Mireille’s Bistro for Brunch on Sunday mornings from 10 to noon. He’s also playing at the Cedar Mill Farmers Market on Saturday, September 1. Scott plays originals and cover songs from some of your favorite bands. His rates are negotiable depending on the venue, time, and occasion. For booking information, email him at indamuzik@gmail.com.
Free Waxing Offer
This January, local resident Debbie Maymi opened European Wax Center at 3270 SW Cedar Hills Blvd. They offer all first-time guests a free service. Women can receive an eyebrow, underarm or bikini-line wax; men can receive a nose, ear or eyebrow wax. For more information call 503-574-4578.
Cedar Mill’s Financial Institution
Sunset Science Park Federal Credit Union was founded in 1960 by eight local citizens, primarily to serve employees of Science Park companies. Now it invites all Cedar Mill residents to try a new kind of banking. Experienced staff can help you fulfill your financial goals and aid you in planning new goals. They offer full-service online banking at their website, sspfcu.com.
Visit them at the CMBA booth at Cedar Mill Farmers Market on August 25, or stop into the CU at 1100 NW Murray weekdays 9-5:30.
Back After Baby
Dr. Stafford is back to work this month after two wonderful months off with her new baby boy! She and her husband Nicholas welcomed Ender Peterka Stafford into the world on June 1 at Emanuel Legacy. Perhaps you saw her out and about during the summer stroller-walking the city. As a reminder, August is a great month to bring your children in for a back-to-school dental check-up. World Of Smiles is back to being open five days per week. See their website at www.visitworldofsmiles.com for more details.
Holistic Pet to Host Charity Dog Wash
On Saturday, August 18 from 9-2 pm, Holistic Pet Club, a self-service dog wash and pet store, is donating their facilities for a charity dog wash with 100% of funds raised going to Oregon Spay and Neuter Foundation (www.oregonspayneuter.org) to support OSNF’S annual low-income spay/neuter program.
No need to hose down your pooch with a freezing cold hose or strain yourself bending over your bathtub… come get your dog washed and dried by OSNF volunteers for these special prices: $10 for small/medium-sized dogs, $15 large dogs, and $5 for a nail trimming. A photographer will be on hand to take a picture of your freshly cleaned pooch for a suggested $5 donation. And every pet gets a free treat of doggie-ice cream! Please note that this is a cash only event.
The Oregon Spay/Neuter Fund is a non-profit, 100% volunteer organization that works to end pet overpopulation and its resulting euthanasia by removing barriers to spay/neuter for companion animals. They address the main causes that keep people from doing the right thing: cost, education, transportation, and pre-treatment requirements.
Holistic Pet is located in the Safeway center at 13567 NW Cornell Rd. For more information go to holisticpetclub.com.
Changeover at Second Edition
 It’s still officially summer, but it’s not too early to think about going back to school. And whether you have school-age kids, or just need to refresh your own wardrobe or décor, Second Edition has you covered.
The process they call “Changeover” begins with a storewide clearance, with everything in the store 25% off beginning Friday, August 10-12. On Monday, August 13, the discount rises to 50% off. And then, on Friday, in celebration of National Thrift Shop Day, the discount goes to 75% off. On Saturday the long awaited Bag Sale takes place. Everything you can fit into their bag is just $7.
Then they clear the store, shampoo the carpets, and clean every inch of the empty shop to prepare for racks of fresh merchandise. Second Edition is closed the next day (Sunday) as their team of volunteers is busy resetting displays and bringing in the clothes for men, women and children, toys, school supplies, household items, jewelry, accessories, artwork, and maybe even some furniture.
They’ll reopen at noon on Monday (as usual), with a fresh new look, ready to take on the new season with style.
Second Edition is the community’s upscale resale shop where all profit benefits the Cedar Mill Library Association. They are located on the east end of the Library, near the corner of Cornell and Saltzman Roads.
Village Gallery News
 The featured artist for August is Elizabeth Fox. She trained as an architect and pursued a range of other interests including landscaping, permaculture, farming, teaching and bookkeeping. During the late 80's and 90's, Beth dabbled in acrylics and collage but got serious about producing artwork after becoming a member of the VGA in June 2011.
Engage in a user-friendly approach to abstract design using the medium of collage in ‘Fundamentals of Abstract Collage Workshop’ with Sharon Geracion Friday and Saturday August 24-25 from 10-4:30 pm. Learn fundamentals of composition with a series of design exercises exploring shape, color, texture and other elements, as well as numerous ways to start, develop and finish mixed media pieces.
You can also join the ‘Traditional Watercolor Class’ with Emma Achleithner on Thursdays August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 9:30-12:30 pm. Students have an opportunity to learn traditional techniques and principles of watercolor. This is an ongoing class where students are welcome to sign up for one month or more. You can start any month.
The Gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 to 4; Sunday noon-4 and closed on Mondays. The gallery is next to the Cedar Mill Library at 12505 NW Cornell Rd.; Portland, OR. 97229. Call 503-644-8001 or stop by to register for classes.
Comprehensive Grooming Services
Sunset Animal Clinic, located in the Oak Hills shopping center, is happy to introduce their new pet groomer, Lyssa. She will provide grooming for both cats and dogs, and will work with special need, senior, and hard-to-handle pets. Current vaccinations are required on all pets that come to their clinic for grooming.
As part of its grooming services, the Clinic offers coat clipping (if requested), bath, brush out, nail clipping, ear cleaning, and external expression of the anal glands. If you elect to add the Spaw package, Lyssa will use a special shampoo, hair coat conditioner, and will brush your pet’s teeth.
It is important to maintain some general grooming at home. Some breeds require more grooming maintenance than others. Pugs, bulldogs, or other flat-faced breeds require the facial folds to be cleaned regularly, in some cases daily. The flat-faced cat breeds, such as Persians, require this maintenance as well. Long-hair pets require regular brushing to avoid matting.
The Clinic is offering a 10% discount on first-time grooming services with Lyssa. Contact them at 503-690-8249 for an appointment or go to www.sunsetanimal.com.
 Virtue of the Month: Grace
“Grace is our connection to the Divine, a sense that we are loved and provided for in all circumstances. It is opening ourselves to bounty. Grace inspires us to give unconditional love to others. When we are gracious and elegant, others are drawn to our company.
“The Practice of Grace: I trust Grace to carry me through times of trouble. I am open to abundance. I bless others with my tenderness. I am gracious in my attitudes and actions. I am willing to forgive. I think, move, and speak with gentleness and courtesy. Affirmation: I am thankful for the gift of Grace. It sustains my life.”
From Virtues Reflection Card, Grace, by Linda Kavelin Popov.
www.virtuesconnectionportland.com www.virtuesproject.com
A Unique Kindergarten Experience
Prince of Peace Lutheran School offers both half- and full-day programs for kindergarten-age children at their school, located at the corner of Cornell and 143rd (14175 NW Cornell Road). A teacher-to-student ratio of 1:18 ensures plenty of attention from the highly-educated teachers, all of whom possess either associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degrees. Specialized teachers in music (offering a study of classical composers and basic music skills) and art literacy (including the study of seven artists and exposure to their work and various mediums) plus Spanish classes three times per week offer enriching experiences. Spiritual guidance is provided by Chapel time and a strong Christian curriculum. Positive behavior supports are used to promote social and emotional development.
Facilities include a full-size gym and outdoor playgrounds for PE activities. Physics for Fives and teacher-generated units for science and social studies round out the curriculum.
For more information please contact School Director Lenetta J.Colbert at 503-645-1211.
Congratulations Claudia!
Claudia Reinsch, owner and director of Westside Music School, was awarded the Joy Carden Vanguard Award at a recent Keyboard Ensemble & Technology Seminar (KETS) for high-tech piano teachers at the University of Central Oklahoma. The award was instigated five years ago in honor of Joy Carden, an innovator and thought leader in the area of technology in music education.
Claudia was chosen by Joy for her superior teaching ability, her extraordinary musicianship, and her pursuit of excellence in the field of incorporating music with technology. Claudia has attended KETS for ten years. KETS is cosponsored by the Yamaha Corporation of America, Ogilvy Music, and the University of Central Oklahoma.
In addition, Westside Music School has been selected for the 2012 Best of Portland Award in the Instrumental Music Instruction category by the Portland Award Program, which recognizes companies for their exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category.
Back-to-school advice
After months away from school and homework, it’s time for parents to help their child prepare for class. A successful school year, according to Ms. Kalla Anand, MS, Director, Kumon Math & Reading Center of Hillsboro/Cedar Mill, can depend on how smoothly a child transitions from vacation. Ms. Anand suggests the following tips for a successful route back-to-school.
Focus on the Positives. Talk to your children about their summer accomplishments and recognize the skills they used to be successful, such as perseverance, time-management, responsibility and independence, which are the same skills that will help them succeed in school.
Ask your child to write a short story including exciting highlights from their summer experiences. This will give your child practice writing before their first day back in the classroom, and it is also a nice way to reminisce about quality time spent together.
Give your child genuine and frequent praise. Praise your child’s progress, not perfection. Let them know that you believe in them, you think they are special and you have confidence in them. Let your child know that you recognize and value their efforts not just their final accomplishments.
Kumon Math & Reading Center of Cedar Mill is located at 13619 NW Cornell Rd, in the Safeway Mall, across from Sunset High School. Please call 503-446-9091 if you would like to attend their free Educational Seminars / Parent Orientation or get a Skills Assessment for your child.
 Impact Sign adds space for vehicle wraps
Sandi Proctor, CMBA Membership Chair and owner of Impact Sign Co., says, “We have doubled in size again, this time to make room for all the vehicles that we know need to have your information on them. Before we could only do two at a time but now we can handle up to eight cars, trucks, trailers and boats. What is our total size now? Over 8000 square feet of vehicle wraps and sign production goodness.”
“What is so great about vehicle wraps and graphics? Are they really worth the cost? According to the Outdoor Advertising Association, the average individual vehicle wrap or graphic generates between 30,000 & 70,000 daily impressions. And the average cost per 1000 impressions for that advertising is $0.35. Talk about your cost-effective advertising.”
She invites you to visit their website at www.impactsign.com for examples of their work, or stop in at 23602 NW Clara Lane, Hillsboro. Call 503-439-8347 for more information.
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