Awakening Faith Spring program (Support Group)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Awakening Faith-Reconnecting with Your Catholic Faith ProgramDraws Upon Conversation and Sharing Among CatholicsThe Returning Catholic Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake Church invites inactive and semi-active Catholics to come together to discuss their faith. After Wednesday, May 8, 2013, four additional weeks may be added. Sessions will be held in the Parish Center Board Room.For further information, please contact Irene Boone at 503-636-3125 or boone5121@comcast.net or Margaret Jamieson at 503-635-2915.

Portland Vocal Consort presents "Best of the the Northwest" Concert (Concerts)
Time: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: First Christian Church 1314 SW Park Ave. Portland, OR 97201

PORTLAND – Some of the Pacific Northwest’s hottest classical music composers will be showcased April 6th in Portland Vocal Consort’s fourth annual wide-ranging concert, “Best of the Northwest,” Saturday April 6th at Portland’s First Christian Church at 7:30pm. Best of the Northwest - features the critically-acclaimed Portland Vocal Consort, conducted by Ryan Heller, in a program of modern choral compositions by some of the Northwest’s marquee classical music composers, including Joan Szymko, Karen Thomas, Bryan Johanson, and distinguished composer Robert Kyr. “To champion not only new music but also local artists is a big part of my passion with Portland Vocal Consort,” says artistic director Ryan Heller. “The northwest is such a hotbed for excellent choral music, and there’s an abundance of great work going on here. We need to champion that as best as we can.” To purchase tickets or get more information, visit www.portlandvocalconsort.org.

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Awakening Faith Spring program (Support Group)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Awakening Faith-Reconnecting with Your Catholic Faith ProgramDraws Upon Conversation and Sharing Among CatholicsThe Returning Catholic Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake Church invites inactive and semi-active Catholics to come together to discuss their faith. After Wednesday, May 8, 2013, four additional weeks may be added. Sessions will be held in the Parish Center Board Room.For further information, please contact Irene Boone at 503-636-3125 or boone5121@comcast.net or Margaret Jamieson at 503-635-2915.

Hillsboro Gem Faire (Community Event)

Apr. 12-14, 2013, Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro. Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. Admission $7 weekend pass. Fine jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from all over the world will be on site. Jewelry repair while you shop. Free hourly door prize drawings. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.

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Hillsboro Gem Faire (Community Event)

Apr. 12-14, 2013, Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro. Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. Admission $7 weekend pass. Fine jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from all over the world will be on site. Jewelry repair while you shop. Free hourly door prize drawings. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.

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Centering Prayer Workshop (workshop)
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Centering Prayer Workshop Focuses on God’s Gift of Contemplative PrayerOur Lady of the Lake Church parishioners, family and friends are invited to attend an introductory centering prayer workshop in the Jerusalem Room of the Parish Center. Lunch is “brown bag”. A donation of $25 is suggested.Centering prayer is a method of prayer revived from the ancient teachings in the Christian contemplative heritage. Following sessions will be held six consecutive Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM beginning on Monday, April 15th and concluding on May 20th. For further information, and to pre-register, please contact Kate Le Blanc, facilitator for Our lady of the Lake’s Centering Prayer group. Email: centeringprayerk8@msn.com or k8leblanc@msn.com Phone contact: 503-675-5329. Kate is a commissioned presenter through “Contemplative Outreach LTD” of Portland.Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center is located at 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034.

Hillsboro Gem Faire (Community Event)

Apr. 12-14, 2013, Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro. Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. Admission $7 weekend pass. Fine jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from all over the world will be on site. Jewelry repair while you shop. Free hourly door prize drawings. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.

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City of Beaverton Sustainability Forums - Part 2 (Education)
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Beaverton City Library

We need your help to make Beaverton more sustainable!This spring, the city is hosting four forums. The forums include what residents want to see, what businesses need, and how organizations in our community can participate. Free! Join us for one or all of the forums. Second Topic: Join Matt Ward, CEO, Sustainable Strategies DC for a discussion about what sustainability means on the national scale, what is happening at the White House, and why this matters to you.This forum will be in the Auditorium at the Beaverton City Library from 6:30-8 p.m. Refreshments provided! Doors open at 6pm.Biking, carpooling and public transportation is encouraged! To request TriMet passes, translation or other services please contact green@BeavertonOregon.gov.For more information on upcoming forums please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Sustainability.

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Awakening Faith Spring program (Support Group)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Awakening Faith-Reconnecting with Your Catholic Faith ProgramDraws Upon Conversation and Sharing Among CatholicsThe Returning Catholic Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake Church invites inactive and semi-active Catholics to come together to discuss their faith. After Wednesday, May 8, 2013, four additional weeks may be added. Sessions will be held in the Parish Center Board Room.For further information, please contact Irene Boone at 503-636-3125 or boone5121@comcast.net or Margaret Jamieson at 503-635-2915.

Piano and Pie (Concerts)
Time: 6:30 PMLocation: Beaverton High School Auditorium

Michael Allen Harrison performs in a benefit concert. The Piano & Pie event offers an evening of good food and great music, while supporting local music education. Pie and ice cream will be provided at intermission. All proceeds benefit the Highland Park Middle School and Beaverton High School band programs. Tickets: $5, available at http://pianoandpie.bpt.me/ . Location: 13000 SW 2nd St., Beaverton, OR 97005

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Hillsboro Kiwanis Club's Tree Sale Fundraiser (Home And Garden)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Hank's Thriftway Parking Lot at 6th and Baseline

The Hillsboro Kiwanis Club’s Second Annual Tree Sale fundraiser is happening on April 20, 9-5, at Hank’s Thriftway parking lot on Baseline between 6th & 7th. We will have many different kinds of bare root trees and shrubs, both ornamental and fruit bearing. These are high quality trees and will immediately add value to your home landscape or garden.All proceeds support our club and it's programs including Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp, Kiwanis Doernbecher Children's Cancer Program, Key Clubs, SMART, and Scholarships for our graduating high school seniors.

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Awakening Faith Spring program (Support Group)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 650 A. Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Awakening Faith-Reconnecting with Your Catholic Faith ProgramDraws Upon Conversation and Sharing Among CatholicsThe Returning Catholic Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake Church invites inactive and semi-active Catholics to come together to discuss their faith. After Wednesday, May 8, 2013, four additional weeks may be added. Sessions will be held in the Parish Center Board Room.For further information, please contact Irene Boone at 503-636-3125 or boone5121@comcast.net or Margaret Jamieson at 503-635-2915.

Oregon Potters Assocation's 31st Annual Ceramic Showechase (Community Event)
Time: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: Oregon Convention Center

Oregon Potters Association presents the 31st Annual Ceramic Showcase, the largest sale and show of ceramics in the U. S. This one-of-a-kind, three-day event will feature more than 170 booths of diverse, spectacular art for the home, garden and office. In addition to the pieces for purchase, the Ceramic Showcase will celebrate Oregon’s food and beverage heritage with a special focus on all kinds of functional, hand-crafted pottery for the table. This year’s event also will feature a special installation, “A Moveable Feast” of place settings donated by OPA members. Proceeds from the sale of the place settings will benefit Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon, a nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood hunger. Local chefs also will participate in cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend.

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Oregon Ag Fest (Family Event)
Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Oregon State Fairgrounds

Oregon Ag Fest is a family event featuring an incredible array of hands-on, interactive activities, set in a fun-filled, festive atmosphere to help kids learn where their food and fiber comes from. Nearly 18,000 people attend Ag Fest annually to touch, taste, and experience the incredible world of Oregon agriculture in a fun-filled, festive environment. Some of the family-friendly weekend events include: Race a mini pedal tractor, watch chicks hatch, see a sheep get a haircut, ride a pony, plant seedlings, and meet farm animals! Admission $9 for 13 and over. 12 and under are free.

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Tualatin Valley Garden Club & Tualatin Valley Rhodedendron Society (Home And Garden)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Washington County Fairplex, 34th Ave. & Cornell Rd.

49th Annual plant sale, Over 100 varieties of tomatoes, many vegetable plants, blueberries, caneberries, herbs, hanging baskets, trees & shrubs, annnuals, perrenials, native plants.April 27th 9 -5, April 28th 10-4 FREE ADMISSION FREE PARKING

Oregon Potters Assocation's 31st Annual Ceramic Showechase (Community Event)
Time: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: Oregon Convention Center

Oregon Potters Association presents the 31st Annual Ceramic Showcase, the largest sale and show of ceramics in the U. S. This one-of-a-kind, three-day event will feature more than 170 booths of diverse, spectacular art for the home, garden and office. In addition to the pieces for purchase, the Ceramic Showcase will celebrate Oregon’s food and beverage heritage with a special focus on all kinds of functional, hand-crafted pottery for the table. This year’s event also will feature a special installation, “A Moveable Feast” of place settings donated by OPA members. Proceeds from the sale of the place settings will benefit Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon, a nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood hunger. Local chefs also will participate in cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend.

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Tualatin Valley Garden Club & Tualatin Valley Rhodedendron Society (Home And Garden)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Washington County Fairplex, 34th Ave. & Cornell Rd.

49th Annual plant sale, Over 100 varieties of tomatoes, many vegetable plants, blueberries, caneberries, herbs, hanging baskets, trees & shrubs, annnuals, perrenials, native plants.April 27th 9 -5, April 28th 10-4 FREE ADMISSION FREE PARKING

Oregon Potters Assocation's 31st Annual Ceramic Showechase (Community Event)
Time: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: Oregon Convention Center

Oregon Potters Association presents the 31st Annual Ceramic Showcase, the largest sale and show of ceramics in the U. S. This one-of-a-kind, three-day event will feature more than 170 booths of diverse, spectacular art for the home, garden and office. In addition to the pieces for purchase, the Ceramic Showcase will celebrate Oregon’s food and beverage heritage with a special focus on all kinds of functional, hand-crafted pottery for the table. This year’s event also will feature a special installation, “A Moveable Feast” of place settings donated by OPA members. Proceeds from the sale of the place settings will benefit Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon, a nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood hunger. Local chefs also will participate in cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend.

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Weed Watcher Workshops in Garden Home, Banks, Tigard (Community Event)
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Throughout Washington County

Join us for a FREE workshop focusing on Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR). Learn to identify and report new invaders before they become a problem. Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-8:30 pmGarden Home Recreation Center7475 SW Oleson Road, Room 18Portland, OR 97223Tuesday, May 7, 6:00-8:00 pmBanks Fire District #1313430 NW Main StreetBanks, OR 97106Thursday, May 9, 6:30-8:30 pmTigard Public Works Auditorium8777 Burnham StreetTigard, OR 97223For more information, contact Lacey Townsend of the Tualatin SWCD at lacey.townsend@or.nacdnet.net

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