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The Gresham Outlook welcomes calendar notices for weekly public events and support group meetings in East County. To submit an item, simply send the information to Dateline, The Gresham Outlook, P.O. Box 747, Gresham, 97030; e-mail to chall@theoutlookonline.com; or fax it to 503-665-2187 at least 10 days before the event or meeting.
Tiny Tots Class and Skate — 9:30 to 11 a.m., Gresham Skate World, 1220 N.E. Kelly Ave. Cost is $3.75. With every paid admission, one parent can skate free. Call 503-667-1647 for information.
Homeschool Skate — 1 to 3 p.m., Gresham Skate World, 1220 N.E. Kelly Ave. Cost is $3.75. Open to homeschoolers of all ages. Call 503-667-1647 for information.
Beginning Crochet — 4 to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 17 (except Nov. 26), City Conference Building, 223 Buxton Ave., Troutdale. For ages 12 and older. Participants will complete three simple crochet projects that will demonstrate each peron’s ability to read and follow a simple pattern using chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch. Bring a size H crochet hook to class. Cost is $26. Call Troutdale Recreation 503-665-5175.
Oil Painting Class — 5:30 to 9 p.m., City Conference Building, 223 Buxton Ave., Troutdale. For ages 15 and older. In this “Bob Ross” style of oil painting, you will start with a blank canvas and leave with a masterpiece. Taught by Judy Stubb and Pam Davis. Cost is $56 and includes all supplies. Beginners to advanced levels welcome. Call Troutdale Recreation, 503-665-5175.
Mental Illness Support Group for Family Members — 6 to 7:30 p.m., Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Administrative Building, Columbia Room, 23800 S.E. Stark St. A drop-in group for family members of people who have a mental illness to share their stories and find support. No registration needed. For information, call Lin at 503-492-1229. Sponsored by NAMI of Multnomah County.
Adult Basketball — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Sweetbriar Elementary Gym, 502 Sweetbriar Lane, Troutdale. For ages 18 and up. Pick-up games of basketball for adults. Free. Closed on school holidays.
Elks Bingo — 6:30 p.m., Gresham Elks Lodge, 3330 N.E. Division St. Members and guests welcome. For more information, call 503-666-1805.
Retro Jam Skate — 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Gresham Skate World, 1220 N.E. Kelly Ave. Cost is $4.75. Skate to the hit songs of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Call 503-667-6543 for information.
Eagles Bingo — 6 p.m., Gresham Eagles, 117 N.E. Roberts Ave. For more information, call 503-667-3019.
Friday Night Basketball — 7:30 to 9 p.m., Walt Morey Middle School, 2801 S.W. Lucas Drive, Troutdale. For ages 12-17. Participants must be dressed to play basketball or will not be permitted in gym. Bring identification. Supervised by Troutdale Police and sponsored by Troutdale Recreation. Closed on school holidays.
Gifts of Watercolor Workshop — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., City Conference Building, 223 Buxton Ave., Troutdale. Make cards, small-format paintings, journals and more. Bring a personal beverage and potluck food for lunch. Cost is $40. Taught by Kathy Allegri, who will provide a supply list. Call Troutdale Recreation 503-665-5175.
Wreath Making — 10 a.m., Drake’s 7 Dees, 16519 S.E. Stark St. Learn how to make a fresh evergreen Christmas wreath. Cost is $20 for a 10-inch wreath. E-mail lynn@drakes7dees.com or call 503-546-8206 for information.
Wreath Decorating Demonstration — 11:30 a.m., Drake’s 7 Dees, 16519 S.E. Stark St. Learn how to dress up your Christmas wreath. Free, and attendees will receive a 15-percent-off coupon for decorating items. E-mail lynn@drakes7dees.com or call 503-546-8206 for information.
Wrestling for Hunger — 8 p.m., NWWA Fight Factory, 4943 N.E. 105th Ave., Portland. Two professional wrestling groups will join forces for a 73-hour marathon event to raise food for the Oregon Food Bank. Continuous wrestling will go on until 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24. Fans will see everything from old school chain wrestling to a softcore pillow match. If the wrestlers are able to keep wrestling the entire 73 hours, they will break a Guinness World Record. Admission is $5 or two non-perishable food items. Call 503-995-3282 or 503-935-2379 for information.
The following is a list of free programs and events being held at East Multnomah County libraries. Call each library or visit www.multcolib.org/events for more information.
Tiny Tots – 10 to 10:45 a.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Storytime for children ages 12-24 months with an adult. Call 503-988-5387 for information.
Toddler Storytime – 10:15 to 11 a.m., Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. Storytime for children 24-36 months with an adult. Call 503-988-5655 for information.
Family Storytime – 10:30 to 11 a.m. Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Stories for children up to age 6 with an adult. For information, call 503-988-5396.
Toddler Storytime – 11 to 11:30 a.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Storytime for children ages 24-36 months with an adult.
Preschool Storytime – 11:15 a.m. to noon, Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. Storytime for children 3-6 years with an adult.
Pageturners Book Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Read “HeartSick” by Chelsea Cain and have a conversation about great books.
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