Movie Review: Snow White And The Huntsman ? CBS Philly

(Charlize Theron stars as Queen Revenna in ?Snow White and the Huntsman.?) (credit: Universal Pictures)

By Bill Wine

KYW Newsradio

(3 stars out of 4)

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) ? The year?s second variation on the story of Snow White is both more grim and more Grimm than its recent predecessor.

On the heels of the?fantasy-comedy, Mirror Mirror, comes the glossily handsome Snow White and the Huntsman,?similarly based on the Grimm Brothers fairy tale but decidedly different, perhaps even opposite,?in tone.

In vivid contrast to the tongue-in-cheek Mirror Mirror, Snow White and the Huntsman is?a dark, solemn action-adventure fantasy, highlighted by extended action sequences and?visual storytelling of a very high order.

It?s the Middle Ages in Europe and the bitter?Queen Ravenna, played by Charlize Theron,?has conquered her share of kingdoms.

Next on her list of conquests: England.? Check.?? Next on her list of strategic moves: marriage to the king.? Check.?? Next on her list of murder victims: her new husband on their wedding night.? Checkmate.

She takes over the throne, but, monumentally insecure about her fading beauty,?soon realizes that her stepdaughter, Snow White, played by Kristen Stewart, is not only apparently and indisputably the fairest of them all, but is also her inevitable successor.

Turning to her Mirror Mirror on the wall,?the queen learns that the only way she can remain in power forever ? literally, forever ? is to consume Snow White?s heart.

Which the sorceress plans to do, given her ability to suck the youth and beauty out of young women as a way of feeding her own immortality.?? But her resourceful stepdaughter escapes to the Dark Forest.

So the queen summons the gloomy?Eric?the?Huntsman, played by Chris Hemsworth, and makes him an offer he can?t refuse if he will kill Snow White.

However, when Eric, a widower drinking to stave off his grief,?meets Snow White, he immediately takes pity on the young princess and, instead of killing her,?teaches her how to hold her own in mortal combat.

Then, with the help of?Prince William (Sam Claflin), her love since childhood,?and?eight (yep, eight) English dwarf knights, Snow White embarks on a mission to turn the tables and kill her stepmother.

Debuting British director Rupert Sanders, coming from a career in commercials, works from the straightforward? screenplay by Evan Daugherty, John Lee Hancock, and Hossein Amini.?? Sanders gives the virtual action flick?a gothic edge and doesn?t spare the graphic violence, rendering the film inappropriate for the little ones.? But what distinguishes the film is its spellbinding visual brilliance.

The CGI flourishes are wondrous and serve the story.? And that includes the unique handling of those familiar dwarves, who provide welcome comic relief compliments of skilled character actors (including Bob Hoskins, Ray Winstone,?Ian McShane, Nick Frost, Toby Jones, and Eddie Marsan) who ? in a?playful, nifty illusion ? have been transformed into little people.

With Stewart generating minimal chemistry with either the huntsman or the prince, the romantic-triangle thrust hardly registers.? But Theron makes a vivid impression.

As for the dueling-evil-queens competition between Theron and Julia Roberts, let?s call it a yin-and-yang draw between deliciously dark villains, with Roberts offering a comedic take and Theron an equally effective serious one.

True, style here trumps substance by a mile but, given the overwhelming familiarity of the narrative and the array of characters, that probably works in the film?s favor.

So we?ll hunt 3 stars out of 4 for the engrossing, visually striking action fantasy, Snow White and the Huntsman.? Mirror Mirror on the wall, this Snow White makes you seem small.

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Panetta: Pentagon to shift warships to Pacific

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, right, and Australia's Defense Minister Stephen Smith, left, attend the opening session of the IISS Shangri-la Security Summit in Singapore on Friday June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, right, and Australia's Defense Minister Stephen Smith, left, attend the opening session of the IISS Shangri-la Security Summit in Singapore on Friday June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, right, speaks to Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, left, at the opening session of the IISS Shangri-la Security Summit in Singapore on Friday June 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)

SINGAPORE (AP) ? The Pentagon will shift more Navy warships to the Asia-Pacific region over the next several years and by 2020, about 60 percent of the fleet will be assigned there as part of a new strategy to increase U.S. presence in Asia, Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said Saturday.

While noting it may take years to complete the transition, Panetta assured his audience at a security conference in Singapore that U.S. budget problems and cutbacks would not get in the way of changes. He said the Defense Department has money in the five-year budget plan to meet those goals.

Speaking at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue conference, Panetta provided some of the first real details of the Pentagon's impending pivot to the Pacific.

"It will take years for these concepts, and many of the investments we are making, to be fully realized," Panetta said in remarks prepared for delivery at the conference. "But make no mistake, in a steady, deliberate and sustainable way, the United States military is rebalancing and brings enhanced capabilities to this vital region."

His promises, however, are likely to be met with skepticism from some nations that are aware of the coming budget cuts and have watched the U.S. send the bulk of its military might to Iraq and Afghanistan over the past decade. The boost in ship presence could increase tensions with China, where leaders have said they are unhappy with any larger U.S. presence in the Asia-Pacific region.

A key area of dispute is the South China Sea, which China claims almost entirely as its own. But Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and the Philippines also have territorial claims there. The U.S. has pressed for a diplomatic solution to the disagreements but has also made it clear that freedom of navigation is critical in the region.

Overall, however, Panetta tamped down his criticism of China, choosing instead to issue broad warnings about the use of force in the South China Sea to block access. He praised China and Taiwan for working to improve their relationship across the Taiwan Strait.

He said he is looking forward to visiting China later this year, adding that he wants to see the U.S. and China deepen their military ties, including on counterdrug programs and humanitarian aid.

Panetta acknowledged that some see the increased presence of the U.S. in the region as a direct challenge to China. But he rejected that view, saying that a greater U.S. presence in the Asia-Pacific will benefit China and improve regional security.

The increased U.S. naval presence in the Pacific will allow the U.S. to boost the number and size of the military exercises in the region in the next few years and to plan for more port visits over a wider area, including the Indian Ocean. Last year, the U.S. military participated in 172 exercises in the region involving 24 counties.

Currently, the Navy has about 285 ships, with roughly half assigned to each coast, but that total may decline a bit as some ships are retired in the coming years and may not be replaced.

The current fleet includes 11 aircraft carriers, with six assigned to the Pacific. But those numbers are slated to go down later this year, dipping to 10 carriers, with five assigned to Pacific ports in San Diego, Washington state and Japan.

Panetta, however, said he intends to go back to having six carriers in the Pacific in the coming years. And he said the Pacific will also eventually host a majority of the Navy's cruisers, destroyers, submarines and littoral combat ships, which operate in close to shore.

Numbers, however, aren't everything. So Panetta assured the conference that the region will also get ships that have greater technological capabilities. He did not elaborate on what those might be, but he noted that the U.S. expects to deploy more enhanced and high-tech submarines and fighter aircraft, along with new electronic warfare and communications systems.

Panetta is on a nine-day trip across Asia, with planned stops in Vietnam and India.

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Clackamas County events roundup: festivals, fairs, farmers markets ...

BORING

Boring Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, eggs, specialty items and arts and crafts. Entertainment featured on opening day; then an open microphone opportunity. Weekly 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, through Sept. 29. Downtown Boring, 28151 S.E. Highway 212, Boring; free admission; D.W. Owens, 503-313-0224, boringfm@gmail.com

Boring Community Planning Organization Meeting: The purpose is to involve citizens in land use planning in unincorporated Clackamas County. Monthly 7 p.m. first Tuesday. Boring Fire District Main Station, 28655 S.E. Highway 212, Boring; free; www.boringcpo.org or Steve Bates, 503-663-6271, sbates53@aol.com

CANBY

Canby Wine, Food and Brew Fest: Come enjoy the sights, sounds, flavors and scents of Oregon wineries, artisans, musicians, nurseries, and specialty foods. 5-9 p.m. Fri, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun, June 1-3. Clackamas County Event Center, 694 N.E. Fourth Ave., Canby; $5, or free to ages 15 and younger; $12 three-day pass; free parking; tastings start at $1; www.clackamascountyeventcenter.com or 503-266-1136

Geocaching 101: Learn the basics and then apply them in the indoor and outdoor class. All ages. Visit website for details. Registration required. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sat, June 2. Canby Public Library, 292 N. Holly St., Canby; free; www.geocaching.com or Gloria, 503-659-9644

Conversation Project: Native American Art: Tracy Prince, Ph.D, of Portland State University presents the interactive program titled "Uniquely Oregon: Native American Art of Oregon." Topics include: the difference between native art in Oregon and in other parts of the Pacific Northwest, how Oregon's Native American history and culture is represented, and how we can learn more about our community's values and aspirations by looking at Oregon's Native American artwork. Funded by Oregon Humanities. 6:30 p.m. Tue, June 5. Canby Public Library, 292 N. Holly St., Canby; free; www.ci.canby.or.us/Canbylibrary/library.htm or 503-266-3394

Ongoing:

Canby Saturday Market: Vendors sell produce, flowers, plants, food, and arts and crafts. Weekly 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, May 5-Oct. 27. Canby Cinema 8, Parking Lot, 295 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; free admission; www.canbysaturdaymarket.com, 503-680-5088, canbysaturdaymarket@canby.com

Kiwanis Club of Canby: Kiwanis is a worldwide service organization of individuals who want to improve their communities. Weekly noon-1 p.m. Mon. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; $7-$10 for lunch; www.canbykiwanis.org or Nancy Murphy, 503-266-6048

Bridge Games: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Mon. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970

Line Dancing for Beginners: Wanda Matlock teaches senior citizens the basics. Partner not required. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Mon. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970

Line Dancing: Wanda Matlock teaches senior citizens some advanced steps. Partner not required. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Tue and Thu. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970

Tuesday Evening Dinner: Senior citizens can make new friends while eating a free dinner. Weekly 5-7 p.m. Tue. Zoar Lutheran Church, 190 S.W. Second Ave., Canby; free; www.zoarlutheran.org or 503-266-4061

Canby Chamber of Commerce: Network while eating lunch. Reservations recommended. Monthly 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. first Tue. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; $12-$15; Canby Chamber of Commerce, 503-266-4600 or by email to chamber@canby.com

Handiwork Group: Senior citizens socialize while producing craft projects. Weekly 10 a.m. Tue. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; bring your own project supplies; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970

Pinochle: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Tue and Fri. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970
Yoga Fitness: Erin Hancock teaches the class for senior citizens. Weekly 1:15 p.m. Wed. Canby Adult Center, 1250 S. Ivy St., Canby; free, but donations appreciated; www.canbyadultcenter.org or 503-266-2970

Rotary Club of Canby: Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill around the world. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Fri. Old Town Hall, Cutsforth's Thriftway, 225 N.E. Second Ave., Canby; no-host lunch; www.canbyrotary.com

CLACKAMAS

Sunnyside Grange Farmers and Artists Market: Vendors sell fine art, crafts, fresh local produce and eggs, fruits, fine foods, baked goods, plants and specialty items. Weekly 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Clackamas Sunnyside Grange, 13100 Sunnyside Road, Clackamas; free admission; www.windancefarmsandart.com/sunnyside.php or Peter Tuomala, 503-704-4212, windance@pacifier.com

Sunnyside Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, arts and crafts, food and specialty items. Weekly 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, June 2-Oct. 6. Sunnyside Foursquare Church, Parking Lot, 13231 S.E. Sunnyside Road, Clackamas; free admission; www.sunnysidefarmersmarket.com or Jamie El-Khal, 503-504-8615, sunnysidefarmersmarket@gmail.com

DAMASCUS

Coffee With the Damascus Mayor: Monthly 7:30 a.m. first Mon. Hawaiian Beanz Coffee Co., 19880 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545, tmilkes@damascusoregon.gov

Ice Cream With Damascus Councilors: Monthly 2 p.m. second Tue. Dairy Queen, 20205 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545 or by email to tmilkes@damascusoregon.gov

Coffee With Damascus Councilors: Monthly 7:30 a.m. first Wednesday. Hawaiian Beanz Coffee Co., 19880 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Tammie Milkes, 503-658-8545, tmilkes@damascusoregon.gov

Damascus-Boring Kiwanis Club: Visitors are welcome to a meeting of Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. The local club supports the Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp, Adopt-A-Road, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Terrific Kids, Meals-On-Wheels, Kiwanis Kids, Builders Club and Oregon Impact. Weekly 7 a.m. Wed. Pub 212, 20400 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus; no-host breakfast; www.kiwanisofdamascusboring.org or Dale Parsons, 503-806-3739

ESTACADA

Estacada Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, honey and other agricultural products, nursery stock, plants, flowers, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Live music featured. Weekly 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat, through Sept. 29. Northwest Third Avenue and Broadway Street, Estacada; free admission; www.estacadafarmersmarket.com or 503-630-6100

Dinner and Dance Social: Music provided by the Heartland Classic Country Band. Monthly 5 p.m. first and third Sat. Estacada Community Center, 200 Clubhouse Drive, Estacada; $5, includes a hot meal and beverages; 503-630-7454

GLADSTONE

Gladstone Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, agriculture, homemade dog treats, coffee, baked goods, hot food, arts and crafts, and specialty items. Weekly 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat, June 2-Sept. 29. Watts Heating and Cooling, Parking Lot, 580 Portland Ave., Gladstone free admission; www.gladstonefarmersmarket.wordpress.com or Gina Ward-Spadey, 503-756-6477, gladstonefarmersmarket@gmail.com

Book Club: Senior citizens chat about their favorite books. Monthly 10:30 a.m. third Mon. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701

Aerobics: Low-impact chair aerobics for senior citizens. Weekly 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tue and Thu. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701

Gladstone Historical Society Meeting: Visitors welcome. Monthly 6 p.m. second Wednesday. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstonehistoricalsociety.org

Mommy's Morning Off: Child care provided for ages infant-5 years so parents can take a break to do whatever they please. Registration recommended. Weekly 9-11:30 a.m. Thu. Tri-City Baptist Temple, 18025 Webster Road, Gladstone; free; www.tcbt.org or 503-575-0629

Bridge Games: Card game for senior citizens. Weekly 12:30 p.m. Fri. Gladstone Senior Center, 1050 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.gladstoneseniors.org or 503-655-7701

Salvation Army West Women's and Children's Shelter Drive: Donations of clothing, hygiene items, paper goods, new sleeping bags, gift cards and other essential day-to-day items for homeless women and children served by the shelter are needed. Check website for complete list. Monthly 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. second Sat. Gladstone Community Club, 255 E. Exeter St., Gladstone; www.gladstonecommunityclub.com/ or 503-656-1357

HAPPY VALLEY
Concerts: Live music. Weekly 6-8 p.m. Fri. New Seasons Market, 15861 N.E. Happy Valley Town Center Drive, Happy Valley; free; www.newseasonsmarket.com or 503-558-9214

American Girl Club: Stories, books, kits and refreshments. Monthly 3 p.m. second Sun. Barnes & Noble Clackamas Town Center, 12000 S.E. 82nd Ave., Happy Valley; free; www.barnesandnoble.com or 503-786-3464

LAKE OSWEGO

Mindful Eating Workshop: 7-8:30 p.m., Mon June 4, at the West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way.

Ann Adams, a certified life and health coach, will explore mindful eating and how it can help people lose weight and regain a healthy and joyful relationship with food.

Discussion will include:

• Allowing yourself to become aware of the positive and nurturing opportunities that are available through food preparation and consumption by respecting your own inner wisdom.
• Choosing to eat food that is both pleasing to you and nourishing to your body by using all your senses to explore, savor and taste.
• Acknowledging responses to food (likes, neutral or dislikes) without judgment.
• Learning to be aware of physical hunger and satiety cues to guide your decision to begin eating and to stop eating.

Cost is $26 for Lake Oswego residents or $30 for others.

To register visit www.LakeOswegoParks.org or call 503-675-2549.

Lake Oswego Farmers Market Concerts: Weekly 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sat. Lineup includes a concert sponsored by the Lake Oswego School District Foundation, June 2; jazz standards by pianist and composer Sally Harmon and bass player Frank Gruner, June 9; a percussion group from Sweden comprised of musicians ages 17-21 called the Zimba Marimba Band, June 16. Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St., Lake Oswego; free; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549

"City of Angels": Wade Willis directs the play set in 1940s Hollywood and featuring a hard-boiled detective, an alluring socialite and a bad girl who collide in a musical "reel" world mixed with reality. Reservations recommended. 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, through June 9; 7 p.m. Sun, through May 20; plus 2 p.m. Sun, through June 10 (except May 27). Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego; $25-$28; www.lakewood-center.org or 503-635-3901

No School Day Theme Camp: Projects include drawing, painting, sculpture and collages for ages 4-12. Hosted by Gesso Studio. Registration required. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fri, June 1. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $40-$46; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549

Main-dish Salads: Hands-on cooking class with Shelley McDaniel. Registration required. 11 a.m. Fri, June 1. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $69; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015

Appetizer Party: Hands-on cooking class with Jeremy Niehuss. Registration required. 6 p.m. Fri, June 1. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $75; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015

Hands-On Garnishes: Hands-on cooking class with Barb Randall. Noon Sat, June 2. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $35; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015

Seafood Wine Dinner: Cooking class with Jeremy Niehuss. 5 p.m. Sat, June 2. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $110; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015

Landscaping for the Do-It-Yourselfer: 2 p.m. Sat, June 2. Dennis' Seven Dees Garden Center, 1090 McVey Ave., Lake Oswego; free; http://tinyurl.com/7ve43jo or 503-636-4660

"For the Children:" Lake Grove's 90-voice Sanctuary Choir will be joined by members of the Oregon Symphony and gospel singer Dorcas Smith, of the Brown Sisters, to present a concert to help raise funds for the children of West Africa. 7 p.m. Sat, June 2. Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego; free, but donations accepted; www.lakegrovepres.org or 503-636-5656

Argentinean Spring Grill: Hands-on cooking class with Andre Pianucci. 3 p.m. Sun, June 3. In Good Taste, 6302 S.W. Meadows Road, Lake Oswego; $95; registration required; www.ingoodtastestore.com or 503-248-2015

Open House and Final Tour: Past and present teachers, students, staff, and clery will come together to share memories and say goodbye to the school that will be demolished to make way for a new, state-of-the-art parish/school facility that will open later this summer. It originally opened in 1938 as Sacred Heart School. Refreshments served. 11 a.m. Mass, noon for school tour, and 12:45 p.m. for commemorative blessing Sun, June 3. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School, 716 A Ave., Lake Oswego; free; 503-636-2121

Beginning Microsoft Excel: Learn to create spreadsheets, manage financial information and organize your life with text and numerical information. All ages. Registration required. Weekly 12:30-2 p.m. Thu, May 31-June 14. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $22-$33 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758

Windows 7 Files and Folders: Practice creating and saving folders and how to organize and manage your information. All ages. Registration required. 12:30-2 p.m. Mon, June 4. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $10-$15 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758

Ongoing:

Lake Oswego Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, nursery stock, flowers, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Artist demonstrations, a kids corner, free doggy daycare, and live music featured. Weekly 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat, May 19-Oct. 13. Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St., Lake Oswego; free admission; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549

Scottish Country Dance Classes: Lessons for beginners weekly 7:30-8:45 p.m. Mon; intermediate dancers 8:45-9:30 p.m. Wear soft-soled shoes. Partner not necessary. Waluga Lodge 181, 417 Second St., Lake Oswego; $5 (first lesson free); Don Gertz, 503-692-5963

Adult Recreational Co-ed Volleyball: New teams created weekly and rotate in round-robin-style play. Skills and rules taught and practiced. Weekly 8-10 p.m. Mon. Ages 18 and older. Willamette Primary School, 1403 12th St., West Linn; $2 per session; http://westlinnoregon.gov/parksrec/recreational-volleyball-open-gym, David Nepom, 503-657-3106 or by email to dnepom@aol.com

Power Volleyball Open Gym: Designed for players with previous team experience and knowledge of the rules. Weekly 8:30-10 p.m. Tue. Gym, Athey Creek Middle School, 2900 S.W. Borland Road, West Linn; $2 per session; http://westlinnoregon.gov or Steve Young, 503-750-6151, or by email to sytees@hotmail.com

The 24/7 Library: Searching Online Resources: Library-card holders can learn how to access resources online anytime of the day or night. Registration required for each class. Weekly 10 a.m. first and second Thu. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628

Preschool Story Time: Ages 3-5 years. Weekly 10:30 a.m. Tue-Wed. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628

Baby Story Time: Ages newborn-18 months. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Tue. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628

Guitar Club: Learn how to play your guitar and pick up new skills in the casual, jam-session-based club for ages 12-18. See website for the After School Activities Program membership and schedule. Weekly 4-5 p.m. Tue. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $1 per session, or free to After School Activities Program members; www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758

Toddler Story Time: Ages 19 months-3 years. Weekly 11:45 a.m. Wed. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628

Belly-dancing for Teens: Learn classic movements and step patterns in the drop-in class for ages 12-18. See website for Weekly 4-5 p.m. Wed. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $2 per session, or free to After School Activities Program members; details for the After School Activities Program membership and schedule available at www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758

Mixed-media Art Class: Learn several mediums, techniques and projects from an experienced instructor in the drop-in class for ages 12-18. Weekly 4-5 p.m. Thu. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $2 per class, free to After School Activities Program members; for details, visit www.loteenscene.org or 503-635-3758

Musical Lap Time: Anne Clark, an early childhood music specialist, leads a combination of gentle rhymes, bounces and movements designed to create bonding between caregivers and babies (through 18 months old). Weekly 10:30 a.m. Thu. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628

First Friday Pizza and Match Play: Youth, ages 12-18, who are on the verge of playing tennis or are currently playing are invited for pizza and a supervised competitive match play. Junior racquets provided. Registration suggested. Monthly 6-8 p.m. first Friday. Lake Oswego Indoor Tennis Center, 2900 Diane Drive, Lake Oswego; $15 per session; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549

MILWAUKIE

Cruise-in: Ready for some weekend fun? Come check out the School Days Cruise-In -- a fundraiser that features a cruise-in, food booths, and spa services for the ladies.

It will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Sabin-Schellenberg North Campus, 14211 S.E. Johnson Road.

Registration for the cruise-in event is $15 per car. Manicures, pedicures, and facials are $10 each. All proceeds will benefit the school's career-technical programs for high school students in North Clackamas, from culinary arts and cosmetology to automotive services.

The event schedule: cruise-in at 8 a.m., pancake feed from 8 to 10:30 a.m., barbecue 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., spa services starting at 10 a.m., judging at 11 a.m., and trophy presentation at 1 p.m.

For more information, call Norm at 503-637-3303 or Larry at 503-252-9729.

Student Art Exhibit: After two months of art instruction by Vietnamese artist Nho Nguyen, North Clackamas students are excited to exhibit their work at Milwaukie's First Friday event, Art a' La Carte.

The students, ranging in age from 5 to 17, represent a diversity of cultures, including Vietnamese, Ukrainian, and Russian youths.? Their work will be displayed at Cha! Cha! Cha!, 11008 S.E. Main St.

Art by elementary students in four schools will also be showcased:

-- Concord Elementary's exhibit will be at Make One Yarn Shop.
-- Scouters Mountain will display work at Wind Horse Coffee and Tea.
-- Sunnyside School will exhibit at Milwaukie City Hall.
-- Spring Mountain Elementary will showcase work at 2029 SE Monroe.

The free event will take place in downtown Milwaukie from 4 to 8 p.m. on Fri, June 1.? Sojourner School's marimba band Mahanga will perform at City Hall from 6 to 7 p.m.

Bike Safety Event: Bring your bike and helmet, have them inspected and then participate in a safe-riding obstacle course. 1-3 p.m. Sun, June 3 American Legion Post 180 Parking lot, 2146 S.E. Monroe St.; free; diane.bowman@netscape.com or 503 771-0029

Gluten-free Baking: Dr. Jean Layton, co-author of "Gluten-free Baking for Dummies," uses a simple way of measuring for perfect results. Recipes include biscotti, tea scones, sweet-potato biscuits, muffins, cupcakes and pancakes. Registration required. 5-7 p.m. Thu, May 31. Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Cooking School, 5000 S.E. International Way, Milwaukie; $40; www.bobsredmill.com/visitors-center.html or 971-206-2208

Spring Plant Sale: Get deals on perennials, annuals and garden art while obtaining tips from master gardeners. Garden basket raffle featured. 9 a.m.-noon Fri, June 1. Milwaukie Center, 5440 S.E. Kellogg Creek Drive, Milwaukie; free admission; www.milwaukiecenter.com or 503-653-8100

Summer Kick-off Scavenger Hunt: Ages 5 and older. 2 p.m. Sat, June 2. Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 S.E. 21st Ave., Milwaukie; free; www.milwaukie.lib.or.us or 503-786-7580

Willamette Falls Symphony: The rollicking concert of musical comedy features movements from Beethoven's 5th and Mozart's 40th symphonies, Peter Schickele's "Unbegun Symphony," and solos by Phil and Gayle Neuman of the Trail Band. Silent auction (pay by cash or check only) includes beach-house stays, wine, original art, collectibles, and music performances and lessons. Sponsored by the Oregon City Community Schools and the Beavercreek Telephone Co. 3 p.m. Sun, June 3. Oregon City United Methodist Church, 18955 South End Road, Oregon City; $8-$10; www.willamettefallssymphony.org

Document Shred Event: The Milwaukie Police Department and the Milwaukie Public Safety Advisory Committee will offer a FREE document shred event from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, June 23. Citizens are invited to drop off personal documents, statements, and mail at the Public Safety Building at 3200 S.E. Harrison St.

Milwaukie Police Cadets will assist citizens with the safe disposal of documents in the parking lot of the Public Safety Building.? The shredder truck is being provided by Iron Mountain Inc.? Only paper products will be allowed.? There is no specified limit on the amount of personal documents a citizen can bring however the right is reserved to limit excessive quantities.

The FREE shred day event is being offered by the Milwaukie Police Department and the advisory committee as part of a crime-prevention effort to reduce identity theft, fraud and related crimes.

Ongoing:

Milwaukie Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, plants, cheeses, meats, seafood, bakery items, food, and handcrafted garden art. Live music featured. Weekly 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun, through Oct. 28. Southeast Main Street, across from City Hall, Milwaukie; free admission; www.milwaukiefarmersmarket.com

Knit Nite: Valarie Matthews leads a group for people who love to knit or want to learn the skill. Weekly 6:30-8 p.m. Thu. Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 S.E. 21st Ave., Milwaukie; free; bring your own supplies; www.milwaukie.lib.or.us or 503-786-7580

Sunday Salsa Night: Salsa dancing with a 7:30 p.m. lesson led by Keith Collier and Rochelle Lessner. Weekly 6:45-10 p.m. Sun. Cha! Cha! Cha!, 11008 S.E. Main St., Milwaukie; $3 cover charge, includes lesson; 503-659-2193
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MOLALLA

Molalla 2nd Friday: Restaurants and other businesses stay open late and offer food, music, demonstrations, and wine and beer tastings. Artists display their works and vendors sell products and services, including local produce at a farmers market. Movies are shown at dusk in July and August in Long Park. Monthly 5-9 p.m. second Fri, through Oct. 13. Downtown Molalla; free admission; http://mainstreetmolalla.tripod.com/id9.html or Main Street Molalla, 503-829-5003, or by email to mainstreetmolalla@molalla.net

Molalla Brew Fest: Features food; 26 taps with wine, hard cider and draft root beer; and music by Mike Branch Band, Muchmore Country, Rae Gordon Band and Return Flight. 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Fri, noon-12:30 a.m. Sat, June 8-9; minors with accompanying parent welcome until 8 p.m. Park at 123 E. Ross St., downtown Molalla; free admission; tasting packages available (up to $20); www.facebook.com/molallabrewfestival

Ongoing:

Molalla Area Farmers Market: Market is held in conjunction with Molalla 2nd Friday, a day when businesses stay open late and offer food, music, demonstrations, and wine and beer tastings. Artists display their works and vendors sell products and services, including local produce at the market. Monthly 5-9 p.m. second Fri, May 12-Oct. 13. Center Street Plaza, 214 Center St., Molalla; free admission; http://mainstreetmolalla.tripod.com/id9.html or Main Street Molalla, 503-829-5003, mainstreetmolalla@molalla.net

Preschool Story: Different theme featured every week. Weekly 10:30-11:15 a.m. Thu and Fri. Molalla Public Library, 201 E. Fifth St., Molalla; free; www.molalla.lib.or.us or 503-829-2593

MOUNT HOOD

Put the "I" in iPhone and iPad: Bring your gadget and learn how to text, take photographs and videos, collect music, set up a calendar, download apps, transfer stuff to your computer, and how to use Twitter. Registration required. Weekly noon-2 p.m. Wed, June 6-27. Hoodland Senior Center, 25400 E. Salmon River Road, Welches; $60 series; 503-622-3331 or by email to hoodlandseniors@frontier.com

Ongoing:

Family Story Time: Weekly 10 a.m. Tue. Hoodland Public Library, 68256 E. Highway 26, Welches; free; 503-622-3460

Line Dancing: Geared for senior citizens of all levels. Weekly 10 a.m. Tue and Thu. Mt. Hood Village Resort, 65000 E. Highway 26, Welches; free; www.mthoodvillage.com or 503-622-7665

Mt. Hood Lions Club: Lions Clubs International programs iinclude sight, hearing and speech conservation; diabetes awareness; youth outreach; international relations; and environmental issues. Business meeting. Monthly 7:30 p.m. second Wed. Mt. Hood Lions Club, 24730 Woodsey Lane, Welches; free; Dan Wolf at 503-622-4664, mthoodlionsclub@aol.com

OREGON CITY

"The Beaux' Stratagem": Direct by David Smith-English, the college theater department performs the comedy written by George Farquhar and adapted by Thornton Wilder and Ken Ludwig. Weekly 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, through June 2, and 2:30 p.m. Sun, through June 3.Clackamas Community College, Niemeyer Center, Osterman Theatre, 19600 S. Molalla Ave., Oregon City; $8-$10; www.theatreccc.org or 503-594-3153

"The Rockin Tales of Snow White": Christian Youth Theater presents a comedic adaptation of the classic Brothers Grimm tale. 7 p.m. Fri, 3 p.m. Sat, 2 p.m. Sun, through June 3. Oregon City High School, Jackson campus, 1306 12th St., Oregon City; $9-$12 advance; www.cytvanport.org Teen YouTube Night: Come prepared to share your favorite short YouTube videos projected on the big screen. Grades 6-12. 6:30 p.m. Thu, May 31. Oregon City Public Library, 606 John Adams St., Oregon City; free; www.orcity.org/library/event/teen-youtube-night or 503-657-8269

Compassion Oregon City: Free medical and dental services, as well as a Social Services Fair, are available to low-income families. Free lunch and child care also provided. Health professionals, general volunteers and social service agencies are sought. Also hosted by Compassion Connect. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat, June 2. Oregon CIty Church of the Nazarene, 716 Taylor St., Oregon City; www.facebook.com/compassionoregoncity or 503-656-9444 English or 503-656-6536 Spanish (Espanol)

End of the Oregon Trail Golf Scramble: Hosted by the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce. 11:30 a.m. registration, 1:30 p.m. shotgun start Fri, June 29. Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 S. Stoneridge Drive, Oregon City; $90 by June 1, $110 after; includes green fees, power cart, box lunch, contests and a catered awards dinner; 503-656-1619 or chamberinfo@oregoncity.org

Ongoing:

Oregon City Saturday Farmers Market: Vendors sell local produce, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, mushrooms, bread, pastries, hot food, crafts, and specialty items. Live music, cooking demonstrations and a weekly (10 a.m.) Oregon State University Extension Service Master Gardener program featured. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat, May 5-Oct. 27. Clackamas County Public Services Building, Parking Lot, 2051 Kaen Road, Oregon City; free admission and parking; www.orcityfarmersmarket.com, 503-734-0192, marketmanager@orcityfarmersmarket.com

Oregon City Downtown Wednesdays Farmers Market: Vendors sell local produce, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, mushrooms, bread, pastries, hot food, crafts, and specialty items. Weekly 3-7 p.m., June 6-Sept. 26. Eighth and Main streets in downtown Oregon City; free admission and parking; www.orcityfarmersmarket.com, 503-734-0192, marketmanager@orcityfarmersmarket.com

Busy Bees: Have fun making crafts, sewing quilts and aprons, and creating other items for fundraisers. Weekly 9 a.m.-noon Mon. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; free; 503-657-8287

Beginning Line Dancing: Learn the basics and simple dances. No partner needed. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Mon. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; 50 cents per class; 503-657-8287

Intermediate Line Dancing: Learn the latest and traditional steps. No partner needed. Weekly noon-3 p.m. Tue. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; 50 cents per class; 503-657-8287

Knitting and Crocheting: Learn basic stitches and share tips. Bring your own needles and yarn. Registration required. Class offered weekly 10 a.m.-noon Wed. Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St., Oregon City; $20 for four sessions; Janice Tipton, 503-829-8031

Chrysalis: Women Writers: Local author Pat Lichen guides women writers of all levels through discussions of their work. Weekly noon-2 p.m. Wed. Clackamas Community College, Literary Arts Center, Rook Hall, Room 220, 19600 S. Molalla Ave., Oregon City; free; 503-594-3254

Golf Lessons: Professional instructors teach the fundamentals. Four-week (one-hour) sessions offered at various times daily beginning April 2. Call for details. Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 S. Stoneridge Drive, Oregon City; $40 series, includes use of golf clubs; www.stonecreekgolfclub.net or 503-518-4653

SANDY

Sandy Library Coffee House: Featuring a performance by cellist Gideon Freudmann, kids' activity (6-7 p.m.), free refreshments and a book sale. 5-8 p.m. Fri, June 1. Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com/library or 503-668-5537

?Sandy First Saturday Market: Vendors sell produce, flowers, plants, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Entertainment featured. Monthly 10 a.m.-3 p.m. first Sat, June 2-Oct. 6. Meinig Memorial Park, 17670 Meinig Ave., Sandy; free admission; www.cityofsandy.com or Sandy Recreation Department, 503-668-5569

Bridge: Play the card game with other senior citizens. Weekly 6:30 p.m. Mon. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569

Pinochle: Play the card game with other senior citizens. Weekly 1 p.m. Mon. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569

Flex and Stretch: Sitting and standing exercises for senior citizens. Weekly 11 a.m. Tue and Thu. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569

Oregon Trail Democrats: Monthly 7 p.m. the fourth Tue. Clackamas County Bank, Sunset Room, 38975 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; Susan Gates, 503-668-9628

Community Parent-Child Play Group: Parents and caregivers with kids newborn-5 years are invited to meet others with young children, make new friends, share and exchange information about parenting, learn about community resources, and engage in activities that include the kids. The drop-in interactive parent-child opportunity is set in a large indoor park setting. Light snacks provided. Weekly 10:30 a.m.-noon Wed. Sandy Community Center, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com or 503-668-5569

Preschool Story Time: Weekly 10:30 a.m. Wed and Thu. Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com/library or 503-668-5537

Toddler Story Time: Weekly 10 a.m. Thu. Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy; free; www.cityofsandy.com/library or 503-668-5537

"Rabbit Hole": The play by David Lindsay-Abaire won the 2007 Pulitzer for best play. An accident turns the lives of Becca and Howie Corbett upside down, resulting in a bittersweet search for comfort. Ages 13 and older. Reservations suggested. 8 p.m. Fri-Sat, 3 p.m. Sun, June 1-24. Sandy Actors Theatre, 17433 Meinig Ave., Sandy; $10-$15; www.sandyactorstheatre.org or 503-668-6834

SOUTHWEST PORTLAND

Junior Ranger Program: Ages 6-12 join a park ranger and learn how to protect natural resources, plants and animals. Participate in nature games, nature crafts and park explorations to earn a badge. Parents strongly encouraged to to participate and must sign a permission slip before children can participate. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Sat or Sun, June 2-Aug. 26. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225

Preschool Story and Stroll: Join a park naturalist for nature story time and a brief stroll through the forest. Geared to families with kids ages 3-6, though all are welcome. Registration required at the website. Weekly 1-2 p.m. Fri. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225

Saturday Guided Nature Hike: Join a park naturalist for a free guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon. Topics vary from week to week, but will be appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. Weekly 10-11:30 a.m. Sat. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225

Bat Chat Night Hike: Join a trained naturalist for a night hike to experience bats up close and personal. Learn about amazing adaptations that allow bats to survive. Walk in groups to the creek and the meadow to listen to echo-locating bats with the "Bat Detector." Parents must accompany children on all hikes. Pre-register at website. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri, Aug. 3. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S.W. Terwilliger Blvd.; free; www.tryonfriends.org or 503-636-9886, ext. 225

Backyard Habitat Open House: Tour a Gold Certified Backyard Habitat in Lake Oswego. Friends volunteer Paul Lyons will be opening his yard to showcase the aesthetic pleasure and ecological benefits that can result from enrolling in the Backyard Habitat Certification Program. Backyard tours will focus on naturescaping, wildlife stewardship, sustainable stormwater management, and invasive species removal. This event is open to anyone interested. Plenty of coffee and refreshments will be available on site. Saturday, June 9. This is a free program but preregistration is required: www.tryonfriends.org. Location details will be made available upon registration.
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Landscaping for Conservation: Learn how your garden can function more like the natural system surrounding us. You will learn about your garden from the ground up ? starting with the soil and its complex role supporting plants. You will also learn about gardening with native plants which use less water and don't require expensive fertilizers and pesticides. This program is a great way to learn more about the Backyard Habitat Certification Program, a partnership between the Friends of Tryon Creek, Columbia Land Trust, and Audubon Society of Portland. Sunday, June 24, 1 ? 4 p.m., and Saturday July 28, 9 ? noon. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. This is a free program but enrollment is limited, preregistration is required: www.tryonfriends.org

Forest Music Series:? The Friends of Tryon Creek will host the annual series from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Chairs are set up in the covered Jackson Shelter so visitors can enjoy wonderful views of the park while the music blends with the forest. The lineup features: July 14 - Sweet Thunder Jazz Quartet; July 21 - Swing Street Glenn Tadina Band; July 28 - Puddin' River Jazz Band; August 4 - Connie Bieberach / Armonia Latina; August 11 - Da Boogie Band; August 18 - Innisfree ? Traditional Irish Music

Family Campfire Adventures: The Friends will host a fun-filled campfire adventure once a month for the entire summer. This is an opportunity to experience an evening at camp with park explorations, campfire making, sing-alongs, stories, and of course, some fantastic campfire desserts! June 11, July 10, August 14, 6:30 ? 8:30 p.m. $5/member, $6/nonmember. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. Preregistration required: www.tryonfriends.org?

Muddy Boots Family Trail Day: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat, Aug. 11. Learn some new skills with the Friends as we focus on forest investigation techniques for our second Muddy Boots event of 2012. We'll have experienced guides stationed on our upper trails (near the visitor's center) waiting to engage parents and children in fun and interactive investigation techniques that are designed for usefulness in a variety of outdoor environments. Bracelets will be available at the Visitor's Center and families that collect all the bracelet beads (one from each activity station) will be given a prize to assist with future forest investigations. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. This is a free event, but preregistration is appreciated: www.tryonfriends.org

WEST LINN

Art Festival In the Forest: Live music, performances (from juggling to aerial tree-dancing), silent auction, kids activities, and art in diverse mediums on display. See website for schedule. Sat-Sun, Aug. 11-12. Mary S. Young Park, 19900 Willamette Drive (Oregon 43), West Linn; free; www.artsfestivalintheforest.com

Movies in the Park: 8:45 p.m. Fri, Aug. 17. Fields Bridge Park, 821 Willamette Falls Drive, West Linn; www.westlinnoregon.gov or West Linn Parks and Recreation, 503-557-4700

West Linn Farmers Market: Vendors sell produce, plants, flowers, fine art, arts and crafts, food, and specialty items. Live music and children's programs featured. Weekly 5-8 p.m. Wed, June 20-Sept. 12. Willamette Falls Drive and 13th Street, West Linn; free admission; Miles McCoy, 971-207-0267

WILSONVILLE

Nia: Increase your strength, flexibility and agility in the class that fuses dance, martial arts and yoga. Weekly 11 a.m.-noon Mon and 5:45-6:45 p.m. Wed. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 8818 S.W. Miley Road, Wilsonville; $8 drop-in per class, or $24 for four-class punch card; www.stfranciswilsonville.org or by email to p.jones@stfranciswilsonville.org

Wild Foods From Dirt to Plate: John Kallas, Wild Food Adventures, gives a talk and slide presentation about edible wild plants, followed by book sales and signing. 7-9 p.m. Thu, May 31. Wilsonville Public Library, 8200 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.wildfoodadventures.com or 503-682-2744

Wilsonville Festival of the Arts: More than 100 visual, literary and performing artists gather for this festival. Aaron Meyer is the featured performer, and 16 Portland-area published authors will attend. Also children's events, ethnic foods and a juried art show. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat, June 2; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun, June 3. Town Center Park, 29600 S.W. Park Place, Wilsonville; free admission; www.wilsonvillearts.org

Wilsonville 2012 Relay for Life: Silent auction, food and crafts available for purchase, "luminaria walk," survivor walk and more. Features an Elvis impersonator and headliner Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts (performing 4-6 p.m. Sat). Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Event starts 10 a.m. Sat, continues overnight and ends 10 a.m. Sun, June 16-17. Memorial Park, 8100 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; $150 to register a walk team, free to watch/for activities; http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=39277

Wilsonville Farmers Market: Farmers, artisans, and restaurants and business owners will sell their wares with a focus on community, food education and sustainability. Live music featured. Weekly 4-8 p.m. Thu, June 28-Sept. 27. Sofia Park, 28836 S.W. Costa Circle West, Wilsonville; free admission; www.wilsonvillemarket.com/#!home/mainpage

Stretch, Strength and Stamina: A personal trainer leads the upbeat class for people with arthritis of osteoporosis. Activities can be performed standing up or sitting in a chair; includes strength training with weights and exercise bands and more. Weekly 11-11:45 a.m. Mon and Fri. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; $1 per class; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727

Drop-in Spanish Practice: Adults can have fun and gain confidence conversing in Spanish through crossword puzzles, and conjugation and conversation exercises. Weekly 10-11 a.m. Mon. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727

Digital Photography Club: Senior citizens meet to share their works and pick up photography tips from each other. Weekly 10-11:30 a.m. Wed. Wilsonville Community Center, 7965 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville; free; www.ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-682-3727

-- Vickie Kavanagh; 503-294-5913; or follow me on Twitter @okavkid

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How To Decide On A Registry Cleaner Program That Is Optimal For ...

When it comes to variety with registry cleaners, then we?ll tell you straight up there is a huge variety in this market. Perhaps those with the least amount of computer savviness may have the most difficult time selecting a good, reliable program of this kind. In the beginning, back in the early 90s, there were not many registry cleaners at all. However, predictably, hundreds of software programs are online, and they all tell youi they?ll take the greatest care of your registry and computer. But who knows how many of those hundreds of programs are just scam operations.

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Individual software programmers and program creators usually put their heart and soul into all they do. These companies and individuals know very well that in order to stay in business and earn a good reputation, they need to serve their customers and fix software bugs and various glitches, etc. If you want to learn the terminology, then these bug fixes are just called updates. The more reputable software creators will go ahead and list the updates they?ve released for their software products. You should seriously reconsider choosing a program that has not had much done to it for years, as an example. Much depends on what the software already does, and you never know because it can be expertly coded and needs few updates. The thing to keep in mind is that your machine (computer) must always be able to run your software, and the older software sometimes has issues with newer machines. Regular updates also show that the creators of the programs are keeping up with the latest in technology and computer issues. An interface that is easy to use is also an important feature. Your personal preference will determine the ease of use of an application. Manual commands are how some people prefer to interface with their computer. On the other hand, there are those who just like to click a button to accomplish what they want. Then there are the people who like to combine both methods. The most important feature is that you understand how to use it and you are comfortable with using it. Choose an interface that has menu options for you to click on if you are not comfortable typing in actual commands. But then again, if you don?t like the cartoony graphics, then choose a text based program.

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George W. Bush presidential portrait is unveiled. Who paid for it? (+video)

Though no longer the 'haphazard affair' it once was, the process of creating a presidential portrait like George W. Bush's is not an easy process. But taxpayers don't pick up the tab.

President Obama welcomed his predecessor back to the White House on Thursday for the unveiling of the official George W. Bush and Laura Bush portraits. As we watched the two men interact graciously during the event, we could not help but wonder: Where did it come from?

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Former President George W. Bush reacts to the unveiling of his official White House portrait with some humor.

Not the amity. Obama and Bush are members of the presidents? club and have more in common with each other than with the leaders of their respective parties. We mean the picture itself. Who chooses the artists for official presidential portraits, and how? Who pays for the painting ? taxpayers, private citizens, or presidents themselves?

Well, presidents choose their own painters. But it?s not an easy process. Sometimes things don?t work out ? Lyndon B. Johnson picked a second artist after the first produced a painting he thought ?ugly? in all ways. And there are many applicants. Portfolios flood into the White House from artists, their agents, galleries, staff members, friends, and family.

During the Clinton administration, Hillary Rodham Clinton reviewed these submissions. The first lady sought advice from the White House curator and the director of the National Portrait Gallery, according to an article by White House curator emeritus Betty C. Monkman in the journal White House History.

After Clinton won reelection, Mrs. Clinton began interviewing artists, sometimes with the president in tow. Just before leaving office Bill Clinton picked the Alabama-born Simmie Knox to produce his official likeness. After seeing the likeness ? which depicts a rather formal Clinton standing in the Oval Office ? Mrs. Clinton picked Knox for her official first lady portrait as well.

Taxpayers don?t foot the bill for this art. At least, not all taxpayers do. They?re paid for via private donations channeled through the nonprofit White House Historical Association.

?We have for years been underwriting the cost of official presidential portraits,? says Maria Downs, WHCA director of public affairs.

This is a fairly recent phenomenon. Prior to the historical association?s founding in 1961, there was no organized effort to produce a line of presidential and first lady portraits for the White House itself. Well into the twentieth century the commission of official portraits was a ?haphazard affair,? according to former curator Ms. Monkman.

In 1800, for instance, Congress allocated $700 to purchase a portrait of the recently deceased George Washington. This paid for what has since become one of the icons of American art, indeed one of the touchstones of American history ? the full-length ?Lansdowne? portrait by Gilbert Stuart.

Four years after Abraham Lincoln?s death, Congress allocated funds for a Lincoln portrait competition. President Ulysses S. Grant picked the winner: a full-length portrait by Chicago artist William Cogswell. Ironically, today a losing effort from that contest is better known. It?s the famous portrait of a brooding, sitting Lincoln, produced by another Chicago painter, George P.A. Healey. Bought by Lincoln?s son Robert Todd, it eventually ended up back in the White House. Today it hangs in the State Dining Room.

Other notable official portraits include John Singer Sargent?s rendering of Theodore Roosevelt, who appears thrumming with energy, ready to bust from the stairway where he is standing, and Aaron Shikler?s posthumous painting of John F. Kennedy, his eyes downcast, against a gray background that makes him appear almost a ghost.

Presidential paintings hang at the National Portrait Gallery, and in individual presidential libraries, but it is particularly fitting that the White House itself should have the official collection, writes William Seale, editor of White House History.

?Portraits of [presidents] seem to belong there, making windows into that long history,? he writes.

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Tone Trump Talks Signing With His 'Favorite Rapper' Young Jeezy

'He said a few words, that I'm gonna keep private forever, that really touched my heart,' Tone tells Mixtape Daily.
By Rob Markman, with reporting by Ade Mangum

Tone Trump
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Fire Starter: Tone Trump

Essential info: It's no secret that Philadelphia is a hotbed for hip-hop talent. In the 1980s, it was Schoolly D who helped put Philly on the map with his 1986 hip-hop classic "P.S.K. What Does It Mean?" Of course, the Fresh Prince followed a few years later, then the Roots. In the late 1990s, Jay-Z introduced Beanie Sigel to the world, and Maybach Music's Meek Mill is currently the city's most recognizable rap figure.

Still more and more raw rap talent continues to break out of Illadelphia's borders, and the latest contender, Tone Trump, was handpicked by Young Jeezy. These days, a street rapper can't get a bigger co-sign.

"A couple of days ago, I officially signed my deal with Young Jeezy, CTE World, and [it's been] a lot of years of hard work, blood, sweat and tears, risking my life," Trump told Mixtape Daily when he was in New York on Wednesday. "I make street music and I just signed with the biggest street artist in the world."

"It would've been a dream come true to get a so-called record deal with any label probably, but not too many artists get to sign with their favorite rapper or their favorite artists," he said with much admiration. "When I was in the mix and coming up in the grind, his music got me and mines through a lot."

After TT and the Snowman collaborated on Trump's 2011 street single "Afghan," rumors began to swirl of a CTE signing, but the pair finally announced their union earlier this week. Jeezy, Trump and their now-unified crews celebrated over drinks. "It was a toast; it was a boss' toast," Tone said, setting the scene. "Snow, he bought about 40 bottles for the whole crew and it was like all rosé and it was one bottle of Ace of Spades, he put that to the side and gave it to me."

More than the deal, it was Jeezy's commitment that the Philly spitter really admires. "He said a few words, that I'm gonna keep private forever, that really touched my heart, and it meant a lot," Trump said. "I even took the bottle back home like a trophy."

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Businesses in northeast Kansas ? WKSBDC ? Small Business ...

Attention: Businesses in northeast Kansas near the Missouri River

If you?re a business near the Missouri River, I want you to know about a group who, along with the KSBDC in Glacial Hills, is interested in helping grow your business!

Name: MINK, an acronym for Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas

Purpose: The group began meeting in 2010, concentrating on marketing the assets and small businesses in this region.

Contact:? Gary Satter, RCD? 785-608-8801, gary.satter@glacialhillsrcd.com

I was pleased to be invited to attend this group?s four state meeting last week at the beautiful Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge in Missouri.? I represented the Kansas Small Business Development Center in Glacial Hills, as a free resource to businesses in Northeast Kansas.? Also in attendance were representatives from the SBA, EDA, USDA and others.

Video of business owners and event coordinators can be viewed at:

http://kmaland.com/06168_MINK_FOR_WEB_160730.asp

If you are a business near the Missouri River and you have a story to tell?tell it here!? We are interested in hearing from you!

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Helping rural businesses start and grow,

Mary Ann
Business Consultant
785-207-0267
maryann@washburnsbdc.org

I am compelled to link to the meeting location, having lived only about an hour away and never having visited before?I?d recommend it for a day trip! http://www.fws.gov/midwest/SquawCreek/History.html

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