Neighborly News

reported by Dianna Shaffer

On Saturday, May 8th, 2021, Team A consisting of Margaret Bell, Cathy Schwabe, Judy Perry and Dianna Shaffer, scored 10 runs in the first half of the first inning. ( We have a 10 run limit, then start a new game.) A new record for Bean …

Safe and Simple Tuesday Market

by Carolyn Bailey

Hello RV Residents:  Put the opening day of the “2021 Safe & Simple Tuesday Market’ on your calendar: July 6, 10-11:30 AM, in the Garden BBQ Patio.  We are not doing deliveries. Unable to get down to the Garden Patio?  Ask a friend/neighbor to get your produce …

RoseVilla MelodicasPlus! is offering a local version of the Milwaukie Porchfest on Alice Lane, at our newly created gathering place located between cottages #111 and # 112.

They will play music on diverse instruments including melodica, recorder, krummhorn, viola da gamba, cello, and autoharp, and including singing, beginning at 6:00 …

Judie Hansen writes that the garage at the Treasure House, where large items like furniture are stored, is full! If you want to donate furniture, please get in touch with her first. There will be lots of nice furniture for sale in the north end of the PAC this coming …

PAC Bean Bag Baseball is Back!

by Joe Shacter

Thanks to the innovative approach of Carol Brownlow and the master construction abilities of Jack Duren, the sounds of Beanbag Baseball echo through the first floor corridors of North Main, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11-12.  Laughter and congeniality are the main byproducts of the attempts of Rose …

Bean Bag Baseball Bombshell!

reported by Dianna Shaffer

 

 

WOW, WOW, WOW!

Joe Schacter “hit” FIVE home runs at Bean Bag Baseball yesterday, April 21, 2021! CONGRATULATIONS, Joe! You hold the record!…

Plastic Sleeves on Greeting Cards

reported by Dianna Shaffer

 

 

written by Jo Berry

When COVID lockdowns began, one casualty was the Seeds store and their cards.  Also, cards sold by the mailboxes were removed as a precaution to limit congregating and handling cards.

The Treasure House team saw that there was still a …

Learn About our Watershed

reported by Jan Dobek

On March 9, the Clackamas River Basin Council launched a year-long series of free seminars about our unique watershed and its natural resources, from the river’s birth in alpine springs to its confluence with the Willamette River.  Subjects range from geology, water quality and forestry to …

reported by Dianna Shaffer

A series of Master Gardener classes offered by Oregon State University can be found on line. Visit cmastergardeners.org/10-minute-university for more information and to register. The classes are typically offered at noon on a variety of topics of importance to gardeners. This month’s remaining classes are on …

Milwaukie Farmer's Market Starts May 2

reported by Dianna Shaffer

The Milwaukie Farmers Market will be open every Sunday May through October from 9:30 am to 2 pm. It’s in downtown Milwaukie right off McLaughlin. Veteran shoppers suggest bring your own shopping bag. There is usually a large variety of items for sale including local produce …

BYOB (Bag or Basket)

Gretchen Holden reminds us that we can bring our own bag or basket when picking up food at Harvest Grill.…

Update on Jean Walker

Jean Walker, North Pocket #3053, broke her hip April 5th .  Following successful surgery on the 6th, she is  doing very well and she says she has minimal pain.  When asked how she feels she replies, “I feel great.  It’s all good!”  Jean is currently at Willamette View Manor and

by Gretchen Holden

Wood chips were spread today in the Alice Lane area, followed shortly by a picnic table.

P.S. WHEN IS THE PARTY??

 

If you live near Alice Lane you already know; if not, it’s worth a trip over there at a sunny moment to view the huge magnolia tree in all its glory. This photo doesn’t really do it justice.

New Construction Coming in Alice Lane

by Marilyn Gottschall

Alice Lane is getting a conversation area!  The Grounds crew is scheduled to begin work next week converting several front yards to a neighborhood gathering space.  Residents in South Central (Units 99-117)  initiated the project and are looking forward to a cool space in the late afternoon …

New: Resident Spring Art Show

by Betty Hosokawa

The Spring resident art show was installed in the main gallery of South Main on Monday, March 22.  With a theme of “Let’s Go Outside,”  the three participating resident artists are inviting the viewer to share  their unique and personal perspectives on moments spent in nature that …

The Green Team: What's Coming in April

by Jean Lofy

During the month of April, we have an abundance of events related to the Earth Day theme.  A detailed schedule will appear on Toutchtown, the Trumpet, and in a special flyer with specifics.  Expect fun mixed in with serious talks about the climate conundrum, reducing carbon emissions, …

Western Tanager

Starting Friday, April 2, public spaces will be open for reservations for resident meetings! Most areas will allow up to 10 people – the exact number is posted on each room. Masks must be worn, and no food or beverage – so that masks can stay on!…