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Winter Wishes Gift Drive- Grant a Wish!
Join with your neighbors and help grant the holiday wishes of low-income children, families and seniors in our community. Winter Wishes is the new name for the Neighborhood House annual holiday gift drive. A pink tea set…a dinosaur picture book…a pair of warm pajamas. So many families are in need right now. You can share some happiness at this special time of year by donating toys, clothing, household and other much-needed items from our Winter Wish List.
Drop off days: Thursday, Dec 10th, 10am – 8pm, Friday Dec 11th, 10am – 2pm and Monday Dec 14th,10am – 5pm
Drop off gifts at the Neighborhood House, Multnomah Village, 7780 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, Oregon.
For a complete Winter Wish List, and Winter Wishes volunteer opportunities click Here. For additional information contact Tia Sherry at ttsherry@nhweb.org or (503) 246-1663 ext118.
Spend the Day at Milo McIver State Park
If your looking for a picnic spot, a place to launch your boat, or up to challenge the Clackamas River with a raft or canoe, Milo McIver State Park has it all. There is even a place to play golf year round on a 27-hole disc golf course. If you are into wildlife or bird watching, or just need a place to get away for a little while, Milo McIver State Park has a little something for everyone. The park is also the setting for an annual Civil War re-enactment in September. During the camping season, usually May 1-Sept 30th, the campground gate is closed from 10pm-7am. The campground provides 44 electrical, 9 primitive and 1 hiker-biker site. In addition, there are 3 group tent areas. For campground reservations call Reservations Northwest 1(800)452-5687 or visit www.oregonstateparks.org. Milo McIver State Park is located at 241-1 S Entrance Rd, Estacada, OR 97023. Current day use hours are posted at the park entrance. For additional information call (503)630-7150 or (800) 551-6949.
Come Celebrate Nature at the Wild Arts Festival
Montgomery Park Atrium and Ballroom
2701 NW Vaughn, Portland, OR 97210
Admission - $5 for adults,16 and younger FREE; 2 for 1 coupon
Show Hours: Saturday Nov 21, 10-6pm and Sunday Nov 22, 11-5pm
The Wild Arts Festival is an art and book show, silent auction and a celebration of nature benefiting the Audubon Society of Portland. The festival will showcase regionally and nationally known artists and authors. Besides having the opportunity to purchase art and books, you can also bid on a great selection of items at the silent auction. A sample of donated items are Oregon Wildlife original oil paintings, Hand-scupted bird bath, framed/matted wildlife prints by James Pollack, Henry Speck, Dave Bartholet, and Anthony LoSchiavo.
For a list of participating artists, authors, author signing schedule and individual artists websites visit here.
Eat your Vegetables at Sweet Tomatoes
A salad and soup bar with lots of choices, that is what you will find at the Sweet Tomatoes in Clackamas County. It is an all-you-care-to-eat dining experience, with a bunch of daily made-from-scratch menu items. You may even be lucky enough to catch one of the wait staff walking around with some fresh, right out of the oven, warm chocolate chip cookies.
Clackamas Sweet Tomatoes
13011 SE 84th Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015
(503) 794-2921
Restaurant Hours
Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Take a Ride on the Canby Ferry
The Canby Ferry crosses the Willamette River and connects Canby and Wilsonville. The Canby Ferry is one of three remaining on the river and is the only one in Clackamas County. The ferry has room for pedestrians, bicyclists, and six cars. The M.J. Lee II, is a cable ferry powered by electricity provided by overhead lines and is guided across the river by underwater cables. The ferry is operational seven days a week from 6:45am until 9:15pm. 
For additional information call the Canby Ferry Information Line at (503)650-3030 or visit here.
What is the Portland Neighborhood House?
Neighborhood House is a multi-service, multi-site non-profit organization providing social, emergency and recreational services for individuals and families residing in the Portland area.
Mission statement: Neighborhood House brings neighbors together to feed the hungry, house the homeless, and educate young and old. We strengthen community by providing resources to support self-reliance, economic independence and dignity in people of all ages and backgrounds.
If you would like to volunteer at the Neighborhood House click here, or contact the volunteer coordinator at 503-246-1663 x117.
All donations to the agency are 100% tax deductible. Anyone who is interested in making a tax-deductible donation can do so by sending a check, cash, or money order to:
Neighborhood House, Inc.
7780 SW Capitol Hwy.
Portland, OR 97219
If you have any questions, need additional information, or would like to make a donation to the Portland Neighborhood House, visit the website or contact Mari Yerger, Development Director, at (503) 246-1663, ext. 119 or email Mari at myerger@nhweb.org.
Have a picnic at Molalla River State Park
If you’re looking for a peaceful place to walk your dog, have a picnic, fish along the river, or some place just to sit for a bit, then you can do it all by visiting the Molalla River State Park. The drive to the park is quite scenic, and you can enjoy watching wildlife once you get there. I have seen birds, squirrels, fish, and even a deer. There is a designated off leash area for your pet, and a leash 6 feet or shorter is required throughout the rest of the park. If you like to fish, a boat ramp gives you convenient access to the river. Up the river without a boat? No problem, there are huge tires that make great seats for fishing from the bank. Want a better view of the river, you can also cross the river on the Canby Ferry, located a quarter mile downstream. 
There is no fee to use the park but it is a first-come, first-served park. If you want to make sure you have a spot, there are two-reservable day-use areas. For reservations, call 1-800-452-5687. If you would like additional information about the park, other than reservations, call 1-800-551-6949.
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