WEDNESDAYS, ONGOING
* Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce's Good Morning Sandy, various locations, 7:30 a.m. Info: 503-668-4006, www.sandyoregonchamber.org , or Jenn Groza, 503-810-0932.

TUESDAY, SEPT 2
* Mt. Hood Area Chamber of Commerce general meeting, breakfast buffet, 7:45 a.m., meeting 8 a.m., first Tuesday each month, Mt. Hood Village Resort Fireside Room, 65000 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3017, www.mthood.org .
* The Villages at Mt. Hood Board of Directors meeting, 4-6 p.m., first Tuesday each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info:Christine Roth, 503-742-5920, www.co.clackamas.or.us/community/mthood.htm .

THURSDAY, SEPT 4
* Mt. Hood Corridor CPO (Community Planning Organization), 7 p.m., first Thursday each month, Dorman Center, 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches. Info: 503-622-6388, www.villagesmthood.us .

MONDAY, SEPT 8
* Hoodland Senior Center board of directors, 10 a.m., second Monday each month, 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches. Info: 503-622-3331.
* Oregon Trail School Board, 7 p.m., second Monday each month, Welches Elementary School, Welches. At 6 p.m. there will be a community forum for people to visit with the School Superintendent and Facility Task Force members regarding the bond issue. This will be a time for parents and other community members to get information and ask questions. Info: 503-668-0679.
* Wy'east Artisans' Guild meeting/program, social hour 6:30 p.m., business meeting 7 p.m., program 8 p.m., second Monday each month, Clackamas Co. Bank Theater, 38975 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Program will feature Catherine Kaunlin, painter and woodblock printer, who will bring supplies so attendees can make their own prints. Visitors always welcome; no admission or program fee. Info: Program Director Nancy Ekberg, 503-668-8671.
* HEART (Hoodland Emergency Action Response Team), 7 p.m., second Monday each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Anyone interested in serving the community during natural disasters and other emergencies is welcome to attend. Info: Sandi Olsabeck, 503-622-1984.

TUESDAY, SEPT 9
* Hoodland Fire District board of directors, 7 p.m., second Tuesday each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3256, www.hoodlandfire.com .

WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10
* City of Sandy Transit Advisory Committee Meeting, 5-6:30 p.m., City of Sandy Operations Center, 16610 Champion Way (across from Sandy Cinema). Meeting is open to the public and will provide time for public comment. Agenda will include a review of transit service performance and new bus acquisitions. Bicycle and fare policies will be discussed. Info: Julie Stephens, 503-489-0925, jstephens@ci.sandy.or.us .

THURSDAY, SEPT 11
* The Villages at Mt. Hood Strategic Planning Organization meeting, 7-9 p.m., second Thursday each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: Shirley Deuber, 503-622-4223, www.co.clackamas.or.us/community/mthood.htm .
* Welches Parent-Teach Community Organization, 6:30 p.m., second Thursday each month, Welches Middle School Library, 24903 E. Salmon River Rd., Welches. Info: 503-622-3166.

SATURDAY, SEPT 13
* Clackamas County House District 52 Oregon Trail Democrats, social hour 9 a.m., meeting 10 a.m.-noon, second Sat. each month, Clackamas Co. Bank Sunset Room, 38935 Proctor Blvd., Sandy. Info: Susan Gates, 503-668-9628 or shgates@hughes.net ; www.oregontraildemocrats.org .

SUNDAY, SEPT 14
* Clackamas County House District 52 Oregon Trail Democrats 6th annual potluck picnic, 1-4 p.m., Meinig Park Gazebo, Sandy. See Federal, State and local candidates. Door prizes, food and fun. Bring a dish to share. Info: Barbara Kim, 503-668-7030, bkimbc93@yahoo.com , www.oregontraildemocrats.org .

MONDAY, SEPT 15
* Hoodland Fire District Volunteer Support Group, 7 p.m., first Monday each month, Hoodland fire station, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-622-3256.

TUESDAY, SEPT 16
* Committee for Citizen Involvement (CCI) of Clackamas County, 7-9 p.m., third Tuesday each month, Public Services Building, Oregon City. The Committee for Citizen Involvement is a process oriented committee, providing resources and opportunities for citizens to participate effectively in Clackamas County's land use planning and decision making process. Info: 503-655-8552, www.co.clackamas.or.us/citizenin/cci/main.htm .

WEDNESDAY, SEPT 17
* The Crazy Hat Society (caregivers and those they care for), 10 a.m., third Wednesday each month, Shorty's Corner, 42600 SE Hwy 26, Sandy. Info: Illomay VanOrsow, 503-622-3954.

SATURDAY, SEPT 20
* Mt. Hood Chapter of The League of Women Voters fall kick-off luncheon, 11:30 a.m., at The Rendezvous. Guest speaker is Russ Lewis, political observer for Channel 8. Russ will discuss the current political atmosphere and will take questions from the audience. Cost is $12 per person. For info and reservations call Sandy at 503-622-1623, or Nancy at 503-622-4789.

THURSDAY, SEPT 25
* Clackamas County Networking Information & Referral Meeting, 7:30-9 a.m., fourth Thursday each month, Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth Street, Oregon City. Bring business cards for networking opportunities, and info to display for outreach and education. Free and open to everyone. Refreshments available with donation. Info: Molly Cunninham, 503-650-5738, Mollyc@co.clackamas.or.us .

SUPPORT GROUPS
MONDAYS, ONGOING
* Al Anon weekly meetings, 6-7 p.m. at Next Church, 61300 E Hwy. 26, Welches. "The Courage to Change" - how to live with a loved one suffering from an addiction. All are welcome. Refreshments served. www.oregonal-anon.org .
* Caregivers Support Group, 10-11:30 a.m., first Monday each month, Hoodland Senior Center, 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches. Info: Ilomay VanOrsow, 503-622-3954, or Jeri McMahon, Hoodland Senior Center, 503-622-3331.
* Free Meal, 5-7 p.m. every Monday at Servant of Christ Mountain Ministries, Hoodland Plaza. Join in for a home-cooked meal.

WEDNESDAYS, ONGOING
* Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30-9 p.m. every Wednesday, Dorman Center, 25400 E. Salmon River Rd., Welches. www.aa-oregon.org .

SATURDAYS, ONGOING
* Alcoholics Anonymous, 5-6 p.m. every Saturday, St. John Catholic Church, Woodsey Way, Welches. www.aa-oregon.org .

SUNDAYS, ONGOING
* Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30-9 p.m. every Sunday, Dorman Center, 25400 E. Salmon River Rd., Welches. www.aa-oregon.org .

SEPTEMBER 8
* Mt. Hood Hospice's bereavement support group will be meeting in Gresham four times beginning September 8. Whether it has been months or years since your loss, the group can provide a supportive environment to help you develop coping skills. Time and location to be determined. Registration needed. Info: Emilie Cartoun, 503-668-5545 or e.cartoun@mthoodhospice.org .

CLUBS
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 3
* Prime Timers Dining Club for singles age 50 and up - First Wednesday each month. Social time 6 p.m., ordering from a special dinner menu, 6:30 p.m., Francis Xavier's Restaurant, 1933 NE 181st (1 block north of Halsey on 181st), Portland. 503-666-1957. Dinner is Dutch treat. Info: Pat, 503-668-5066, PrimeTimersDning@aol.com . For other activities, visit http://hometown.aol.com/primetimersdning/myhomepage/family.html .

MONDAY, SEPT 8
* Hoodland Women's Club Meeting, 11:30 a.m., social, 12 noon lunch. At home of Barbara Saldivar, 26521 E Plaza Trail, Welches. Catered lunch, reservations required. Info: Dina 503 622-6239.

TUESDAY, SEPT 9
* Trillium Trails Garden Club, 7 p.m., Wy'east Book Shop, 67195 E. Hwy 26, Welches. Featured speaker is Bill Stillwell of Mountain Air Nursery & Landscaping who will talk about irrigation systems for gardens. All are welcome. Info: Judy, 503-622-6854.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10
* Mt. Hood Lions Club, second Wed. each month, 7:30 p.m., at their building on the corner of E Hwy 26 and E Woodsey Way, Welches. Info: 503-622-4223.

TUESDAY, SEPT 16
* Wy'east Book Club, third Tues. each month, 7 p.m., Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26, Welches. *The Art of Racing in the Rain,* by Garth Stein, will be discussed. Guests and new members are always welcome. Info: 503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com .

SUNDAY, SEPT 21
* Knit Club, third Sun. each month, 3-5 p.m., Cast One On, 70140 E Hwy 26, Zigzag, Crocheters, spinners and knitters of all levels welcome. Bring in your current projects for show & tell. Info: 503-622-0105, www.castoneon.com .

CLASSES/CLINICS
ONGOING
* Classes at the Arts Cabins in Government Camp: Drawing, sketching, glass bead making, jewelry making, etc. Blacksmith classes in September. Info/to register: www.artscabins.org .
* Dance Connection, Hoodland Plaza, Welches: Lessons available, private or group. First lesson free for new students. Info: 503-260-2342.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
* Line Dancing, 10 a.m., Mt. Hood Village Resort Evergreen Room, 65000 E Hwy 26, Welches.

WEDNESDAYS
* Sue Allen Zig Zag Yoga, 9-10:15 a.m., 24403 E. Welches Rd. (next to Post Office), Welches. $8/drop-in. Info: 503-622-3611, sueallen@easystreet.net .

SATURDAY, SEPT 13
* CPR and First Aid classes, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Fire Department, 69634 E Hwy 26, Welches. Cost $25. Registration & Info: 503-622-3256.

SATURDAY, SEPT 13 THRU 21
* Pioneer History Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., White River Station Campground, Barlow Rd. See what an 1840s pioneer camp might have looked like. Pioneer wagon, trunk with clothes, tin ware, period dishes, etc. Interpreters live in tents and share stories of the Oregon Trail. For a reservation for your group and info: Amber Schmitt, 541-467-2291 Ext. 137, aschmitt@fs.fed.us .

EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO
DAILY
* Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government Camp. Summer Hours: Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. No admission, but donations accepted. Exhibits interpret history of winter sports, early exploration, settlement and natural history of Mt. Hood. Internet access/WIFI available. Info: 503-272-3301, www.mthoodmuseum.org .
* Timberline Lodge. Daily tours at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Nature hikes at 2 p.m. on weekends (weather permitting) Info: Grace Saad, 503-929-6244.

MONDAYS THRU THURSDAYS
* Village PAL Youth Activity & Family Resource Center's fall hours are Monday to Thursday, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Located in Hoodland Plaza, Welches. Info: 503-622-0124 .

FRIDAYS
* Bingo at Mt. Hood Lions Club, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Hwy. 26, Welches.

SATURDAYS
* Campfire Programs, 7 p.m., Timothy Lake. Weather permitting, call beforehand. Info: Grace Saad, Mt. Hood Nat. Forest 503-929-6244.

MONDAY, SEPT 1
* Damascus 18th Annual Centennial Reunion, 11 a.m., Damascus Park, Damascus. Bring any potluck dish for admission. Display of old time post cards and country western music.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
* Wine Tasting, 5 p.m., Andreas Wine Gallery, 67195C E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-927-5207.
* Poetry Reading, 7:30 p.m., at Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26, Welches. Paulann Peterson and John Morrison will read favorite poetry selections. Other readers are welcome to bring poetry to share with the group. Cookies will be served. Info: 503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com .

FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY, SEPT 5-7
* Sandy Oktoberfest, St. Michaels Church, 18090 SE Langensand Road, Sandy. Weingarten and Biergarten with free tasting, German style music and dancing, children's area, car show, food and craft booths. Info: 503-668-4006, www.sandyoktoberfest.net .

FRIDAY, SEPT 12 THRU SATURDAY, OCT 11
* *Gracie for President,* Actors Theatre, Sandy. Showtimes Fri & Sat 8 p.m., Sun 6 p.m. Info: 503-668-6834, satstaff@sandyactorstheatre.org ., www.sandyactorstheatre.org .

SATURDAY, SEPT 13
* Alpaca Country Faire, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Philip Foster Farm, 29912 SE Hwy 211, Eagle Creek. Meet alpacas up close. Alpaca vendors, spinners, fiber artists, food and music. Info: 503-628-2023 or 503-638-0944, www.columbiaalpacabreeders.org 
* Portland Violinist Aaron Meyer, 7-9 p.m., at Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E. Hwy 26, Welches. Will include selections from latest CD. Info: 503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com .

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT 13 - 14
* The Mt. Hood Festival of the Forest, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wildwood Park. Enjoy a weekend celebration of Mt. Hood's culture, arts and forest. Over 12 hours of live music, food, beer garden, arts and crafts, and forest activities for the whole family.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY SEPT 13 - 21
* Pioneer History Camp, White River Station Campground along the Oregon Trail. Camp is along Barlow Road, and the setting is what an 1840s pioneer camp might have looked like. A pioneer wagon, trunk with clothes, tin ware, period dishes, etc. To make a reservation for your group, or more info: Amber Schmitt, 541-467-2291 ext. 137 or aschmitt@fs.fed.us .

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
* Wine Tasting, 5 p.m., Andreas Wine Gallery, 67195C E Hwy 26, Welches. Info: 503-927-5207.
* Book Release Party, 7:30 - 1 a.m. (Sat, Sept 20). Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26, Welches. Celebrate the midnight release of "Brisingr: Inheritance, Book III," the widely anticipated next book of Christopher Paolini's "Inheritance" saga following "Eragon" and "Eldest." Celebrate all things "Dragon." Food, fun and a special video message from Christopher Paolini.* Sign ups are encouraged in advance to reserve book. Info: 503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com .

FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY SEPT 19-21
* Spirit on the Mountain Concert (Fri 6-9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-1 p.m.), Mt. Hood Village RV Resort, 65000 E Hwy 26, Welches. Music, food vendors and a Youth Village. Donation of $5 or 2 cans of food for local food banks. Info:  www.spiritonthemountain.com .

SATURDAY, SEPT 20
* Mt. Hood Cruise In for collectible vehicle owners, 10 a.m. Meet at Mt. Hood Museum, Gov't Camp. Drive the scenic 1937 Westleg Rd. to Timberline Lodge for individual and group photos with Mt. Hood as a backdrop. Info: 503-272-3301, www.mthoodmuseum.org .
* Members Heritage Night at the Museum, 7 p.m., Mt. Hood Museum, Gov't Camp. Complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres served. Silent and live auction including art, home decor items, recreation equipment, ski passes and more. This event for members only but new memberships will be accepted at door. Info: Toni Wainwright, 503-804-0605.
* Ducky Day at the Races and Community Info Fair, noon to 5 p.m., Meinig Park, Sandy. Join the fun and adopt a duck and watch yellow rubber ducks face along the No Name Creek in the park. Info: www.SandyMountainFestival.org .

SATURDAY, SEPT 27
* Cider Squeeze and Harvest Festival, Philip Foster Farm, 29912 SE Hwy 211, Eagle Creek. Press your own cider. Food, pie and ice cream, blacksmith, exhibits, children's game and carriage rides. Info: 503-637-6324, www.philipfosterfarm.com .

RECREATION PROVIDERS
* The Fly Fishing Shop. Equipment, information, instruction. 503-622-4607, www.flyfishusa.com .
* Mt. Hood Adventures. Concierge-type services for recreational activities in the area. 503-272-3051, 888-422-4776, www.mthoodadventure.com .
* Mt. Hood Village Resort. Fitness center/pool. 503-622-4011, www.mthoodvillage.com .
Rainbow Trout Farm. Fishing fun for the whole family: 10 ponds on 30 acres. Thru Oct. 15. 503-622-5223, www.rainbowtroutfarm.com .
* The Resort at The Mountain. Golf, croquet, lawn bowling. 503-622-3101, www.TheResort.com .
* Timberline Lodge & Ski Area. Year-round skiing/snowboarding, lodge tours. 503-622-7979, www.timberlinelodge.com .
* Mountain Air Miniature Golf. Pioneer-themed 18-hole mini golf course. 503-622-4759, www.mountainairoregon.com .

VISITOR INFO
* Mt. Hood Adventures, 88149 E Creek Ridge Rd., Government Camp. Open daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 503-272-3051, 888-422-4776, www.mthoodadventure.com 
* Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum, 88900 E Hwy 26 Business Loop, Government Camp. Open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 503-272-3301, www.mthoodmuseum.org .
* Mt. Hood Info. www.mthood.info , 1-888-622-4822.
* Mt. Hood National Forest, Zig Zag Ranger District, 70220 E Hwy 26, Zig Zag. Open daily 7:45 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m. 503-622-3191, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/  Info also available during the summer at the USDA Forest Service desk in the lobby of Timberline Lodge.
* Sandy Historical Society Museum, 39345 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 503-668-3378, www.sandyoregonchamber.org 
* Wy'east Book Shoppe & Art Gallery, 67195 E Hwy 26, Welches. Open M-Sa, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Su, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 503-622-1623, www.wyeast-online.com 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
* S.T.A.R./Support to a Reader program. Volunteers needed from our community to donate 30 minutes per week to a child. No experience needed, training provided. Make a difference in a child's life. Info: Welches School, 503-622-5173 or Jessica Lampert, 503-706-8417, Jessicalampert2003@yahoo.com .
* Mt. Hood Hospice Volunteer Training Class, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9 p.m., Sept 2 through Sept 23. Mt. Hood Hospice offices at Scenic Pointe, 39641 Scenic St, Sandy. Registration has opened for Mt. Hood Hospice's fall "introduction to Hospice" volunteer training course. The three and one-half week program is for people interested in the hospice concept and in volunteering for Mt. Hood Hospice. The course is free and there is no obligation attached to attending. Info: 503-668-5545, e.cartoun@mthoodhospice.org .

BULLETIN BOARD
* Fundraising event for the Sinz family who lost their 10 yr. old daughter, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, August 29 through Sunday, September 1, across from the CCB in Welches (former Welches Garden Center). Rustic cabin furniture and plant sale. Info: Cinda Tilgner 503-622-4242 or 503-622-3790.

* The Mountain Festival will be held on September 13th and 14th, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., in Wildwood Park. Vendors, food and music. If you would like to be a vendor and join in the fun, or need more information, call Rich or Art at 503-622-6784 or Tony at 503-622-7637.

* Mt. Hood Community College invites new students to attend an orientation session for those planning to attend college in the fall. Family members are also invited to attend a special session designed to explain what kind of support and understanding their student will need to succeed in school. New Student Orientation Day is a free event and will be held on Tuesday, Sept 16. To make reservations for orientation, call 503-491-6965, or online at www.mhcc.edu/pages/171.asp .

* Mt. Hood Community College offers training for Building Green - a nine-month certificate training course designed for working professionals who want to apply sustainable concepts to buildings they design, develop and construct. Scheduled to begin in October. Info: 503-491-7585.

* The Sandy Public Library will hold its 3rd invitational photo exhibit in October. This year's theme is Our Oregon. The contest will be divided into categories by photo medium, age, and skill level. Starseed Foundation, a local nonprofit devoted to promoting the arts, is sponsoring the prizes of Amazon.com gift certificates. Exhibit period will be Oct. 4-Nov. 16, 2008. Delivery period: Sep. 25-30, 2008, during library hours. Pick up a full set of rules at the Library or at the Library website: www.cityofsandy.com/library . Info: Kathleen Draine, Ref. Librarian, 503-668-5537, or saref@lincc.lib.or.us ; or Starseed Foundation, 503-668-8662.

* The Family Resource Center at the Mt. Hood Coalition PAL Center, Hoodland Plaza, Welches, is for families dealing with addiction, domestic violence, and other family issues. This is a free family referral service funded by your tax dollars. Donations of cash, healthy snacks and other foods and beverages are gladly accepted. Info: 503-622-0124.

* Freecycle Mt. Hood, serving the Mt. Hood community. One person's trash is another person's treasure. The Freecycle Network is a non-profit movement to keep unwanted items out of the landfills. Get rid of stuff you don't want, as well as get stuff for free. Info: bugginvw1971@yahoo.com .