Events for Jan. 20

By Calvin Hall

The Gresham Outlook, Jan 20, 2010

THURSDAY, JAN. 21

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.

Oil Painting Class – 5:30 to 9 p.m., City Conference Building, 223 Buxton Ave., Troutdale. For ages 15 and up. In this “Bob Ross” style of oil painting, you will start with a blank canvas and leave with a completed, signed masterpiece. Taught by Judy Stubb and Pam Davis. Cost is $57, and includes canvas, paints and supplies. Call Troutdale Recreation at 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.

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.

FRIDAY, JAN. 22

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.

SATURDAY, JAN. 23

Blueberry Pruning and Care Seminar – 10 a.m., Klock Farm, 931 N.E. Salzman Road, Corbett. Clair Klock will show participants the finer points of having healthier, better-producing blueberry bushes in the garden. Klock will also cover the care of raspberries, marionberries and boysenberries afterward. Come rain or shine and dress appropriately. Call 503-695-5882 for information and directions.

Borders Books & Music Children’s Storytime – 11 a.m., Gresham Station, 687 N.W. 12th St. Free. Call 503-674-3917 for information.

Accordion Jam – noon to 5 p.m., Shorty’s Corner Café, 42600 S.E. Highway 26, Sandy. Bring your accordion, music, chair and a snack to share. Coffee will be provided. For information, e-mail Andy Jorgensen at andrewtjorgensen@gmail.com or call 503-668-3917 or 503-975-2380.

Wilderness Survival Workshop – 2 to 5 p.m., Glenn Otto Park, Sam Cox Building, 1106 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale. For ages 12 and older. Learn how to use a map and compass, make an emergency shelter, build a safe fire and other necessary skills. Taught by NW Wilderness Institute. Cost is $47. Call Troutdale Recreation at 503-665-5175.

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