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FAMILY GUIDE TO PRIDE OREGON WILDLIFE CENTERS URBAN PICNICS K H UNAMOKWST PARK
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Summertime! It’s here and we’re ready to jump in. Summer in Oregon really can’t be beat. Temperatures are never too hot, it’s not too buggy and there are more adventures to be had than there are days to experience them. We’ll be heading to the coast, the mountains and continuing our annual search for the best swimming holes in the area. Do you have a favorite? Let us know! This month we feature a family guide to PRIDE. It’s time to celebrate families and friends of all kinds. That’s what we love about the PRIDE Festival and Parade. It’s a day of celebration and we think a great message to send our kids. Read more on p.18. And if you like wildlife centers, Oregon has plenty, some in Portland and some beyond. Check them out on p.14. Plus, it’s berry-picking time! Don’t miss our list of U-Pick berry farms on p. 28. There are endless ways to get out with the family in June. And with school almost over for the year, we hope you’ll have some time to get out and play! We’ll be at Soccer Shots’ Orangefest on June 13th at the Portland Montessori School. Join us from 10am-3pm for a celebration of soccer, community and fun. For more information about the event, head to soccershots.org/pdx. See you soon, Kelley & Beth
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Contents JUNE 2015
8 Craft: Nikki Brown Clown Mask 10 Picnic in the City 13 Recipe: German Potato Salad 14 GO WILD! Viewing Wildlife with your Family within Three Hours of Portland 18 Your Family Guide to PRIDE 22 Best of Portland and Beyond: Our Top Picks for Getting Out This Month 27 Coming Together in Cully at Khunamokwst Park
Cover and contents photography by SHELBY BRAKKEN PHOTOGRAPHY shelbybrakken.com
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Listings Baby Boot Camp..............................................19 Barre3................................................................. 3 Bella Organic Farm............................................. 7 Bennett Suzuki.................................................15 Big Lake Youth Camp.......................................23 Blue Bee Farms................................................11 Brain Balance...................................................31 Candace Gregory..............................................11 Cascade Raptor Center.....................................17 College Nannies................................................. 7 Corbett Family Fun Fest...................................32 Cotton Babies..................................................... 9 Dr. Pike Dentistry for Children............................ 3 Eco Maids.........................................................11 French Prairie Gardens.....................................15 Glendoveer Tennis............................................21 Goodtime Chinese School...............................25 Honest Handyman............................................. 9 Lake Oswego Community Rowing..................23 Leisure Sports Inc Club Sport...........................30 Little Fruit Farm................................................15 Nelson Pediatric Dentistry...............................19 Northeast Community Center.........................25 Oregon Zoo.......................................................21 Pizazz Baking Camp.........................................23 Portland Aquarium..........................................11 Portland Children’s Dentistry...........................15 Portland Trampoline.......................................... 2 Propagize.........................................................15 Safe Splash Swim School................................12 Scuola Italiana.................................................30 Small Friends School.......................................20 Soccer Shots Orangefest..................................20 Spielwerk Toys..................................................19 Starcycle............................................................. 9 SW Community Center....................................21 The Kids’ Backyard Store.................................... 2 Tidee Didee........................................................ 9 Trinity Lutheran................................................23 University of Portland......................................25 Urban Farm Store.............................................15 USTA Pacific Northwest...................................30 Vibe of Portland...............................................25 Westside Montessori International.................17 World of Smiles.................................................. 7 6 | NW Kids Magazine
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Nikki Brown Clown Mask Provided by UPLIFE
Nikki Brown Clown loves meeting up with her weekly preschool playgroup at UpLife Community Arts Center in NE Portland. She recently showed some of her young friends how to make a Nikki Brown Clown mask so they won’t miss her too much when she’s busy volunteering at other nonprofit organizations around Portland. You can recycle materials you probably already have at home to make your own mask.
SUPPLIES: Cardboard Fabric scraps Button(s) or other embellishment(s)
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Draw the shape of Nikki Brown Clown’s face on a piece of cardboard using a pencil, and carefully cut out the shape using scissors.
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Cut out eyes, a nose, a mouth, and hair from fabric scraps. We used:
• White and black for the eyes • Red for the heart-shaped nose • Pink for the mouth • Green for the hair We also added green yarn for more hair. Remember: Your kids don’t have to use these exact colors and shapes. See what Nikki Brown Clown would look like with blue or purple hair, or a star nose!
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Yarn Scissors School glue Pencil
Arrange fabric shapes and yarn on the cardboard, then glue them down.
Nikki Brown Clown doesn’t leave home without accessorizing. We used a yellow bow with a button glued on in the center. Have her try out some different ones.
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Let the mask dry for at least an hour.
Use the mask to practice your own clowning, set it somewhere that you will get to see Nikki Brown Clown everyday, and/or bring it to see Nikki Brown Clown at her next event. That will surely keep everyone smiling!
UpLife is a nonprofit community arts space for people of all ages and abilities, offering sewing, ceramics, and painting in an open studio format. They host drop-in studio time, specialty classes/ workshops, birthday parties (with the option to include Nikki Brown Clown!), and summer camps. Visit uplifepdx.org, or simply stop by the studio at 424 NE Killingsworth Street during regular business hours. uplifepdx.org 8 | NW Kids Magazine
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Article and Photograph by LAURA JOST
One of the easiest ways to have a little adventure in this beautiful city is to take something that you’re going to do inside anyway, and find a great place to do it outside. Dining al fresco is perfect this time of year and, while it requires a little extra planning, picnicking with kids in Portland can be a lot of fun. The benefits can include: fresh air, exercising your adventurous side, hanging out in a new corner of the city, letting the kids burn off extra energy before bed, meeting new people, and eating out without as much worry as to how much food your kid has dropped on the ground. When I was a little girl, many Sunday mornings when the sun was out, my mother would walk with my sister and me to a neighborhood store to pick up the Sunday paper and some donuts. Then we’d camp out on a lush, treed parking strip (similar to one you’d find on Ainsworth) and we would enjoy our goodies and lounge while she read. To the average adult, that may not seem like much, but I can assure you that as a kid it felt really special and I look back fondly on our minipicnics. Since becoming a parent, I’ve found that picnics can make a great play or dinner date. Everyone brings their own provisions and 10 | NW Kids Magazine
gathers in the same spot. The kids get to eat and play with friends, the adults can chat, and at the end of the night, there’s been no extra impact on your home (or a rush to get it picked up in the first place). For us, picnicking has proved to be a great “get to know you” activity for new families bound by the same school or work. Keep it simple and close by or head across town; eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner; eat store bought or home-cooked; set up a blanket or lounge in the grass. The only thing you absolutely need to urban picnic is a place, food, drink, and your people, but here are some enhancements to consider: a fun blanket, a flip top woven picnic basket, a compact and non-breakable set of dishes, and reusable napkins. I’ve had a lot of fun scoring these items at my local thrift store. And, speaking from experience, here’s a list of desirable parts and pieces that are easily overlooked: drinks specifically for kids; silverware; sunscreen; camp chairs to save adult spines; water-feature appropriate clothing, towels, and accessories; bug deterrent; and if you’re headed to a public park with public restrooms, lots and lots of hand sanitizer. I also tend to think after the fact, “We should have brought the [football/ Frisbee/mitts and a baseball/fill in the blank]. continued on p. 12
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I’ve lived in this city for almost twenty years and I haven’t found my perfect picnic spot, but I’m still trying. Typically, I simply find new green spaces on my smartphone. But, word of mouth is awesome! Some of NW Kids’ staffers and their friends’ favorite urban places in Portland are: Peninsula Park or the Rose Garden (roses), the vast expanse that is Laurelhurst Park (ducks!), Cathedral Park (iconic bridge), Pittock Mansion (views and history), Dog Bowl (cozy and sunset views), Jamison Square (awesome water feature), Columbia Children’s Arboretum (twilight magic), and Kelley Point Park and Broughton Beach for riverside dining. And even though technically it’s not urban, the lawn at Kruger’s Farm is lovely. And just a hop over the river, Vancouver offers Esther Short Park (river water feature), Fort Vancouver (huge trees and lots of green), and Franklin Park (lake views and rolling hills). Double-check amenities online as not all locations have bathrooms or other conveniences
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that you might require. Trust me that you don’t want to find out after the fact that your spot had a water feature and you didn’t pack suits. You can find a list of all Portland parks with water features at: portlandoregon.gov/parks/42348. Water turn on dates are TBD so double-check that your destination is up and running if a dry splash pad is going to be a deal breaker. If you’re unsure on the weather, do a forecast double-check and consider taking a look at any popular locale’s events calendar so that you don’t unexpectedly show up in the middle of a symphony, unless you like surprises. In that case, you can always skip the hand sanitizer. Please share your favorites on NW Kids Magazine’s Facebook page. We’d love to hear from you! Laura Jost is a natural for choosing the lumpiest, swampiest, or most ant-occupied place in a park to set up a picnic. But, she’s really good at eating a whole watermelon. When it comes to picnicking, you just can’t have it all.
GERMAN POTATO SALAD Recipe by LAURA JOST
The reason I love this recipe is because it’s super allergy-friendly and the absence of mayonnaise makes it more travel friendly as well. We prefer it served warm, just after mixing. If you know a particular ingredient isn’t your favorite, you can play with the amounts to customize your perfect dressing; I love ours tangy!
INGREDIENTS: (serves 6-8) 3 lb bag of organic red potatoes 16 oz of bacon 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons Braggs apple cider vinegar 3 tbsp sugar 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp sea salt Pepper to taste 1 large clove of minced garlic 3/4 cup chopped parsley
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Prepare your potatoes in your favorite method. Some people really love their potatoes chopped and boiled with salt, but I prefer to scrub them and put them whole into the slow cooker on high for a few hours (usually 2-3 does it, but I’ve also left them in there for a full 4 hour cycle plus warming). You can also bake them in the oven. I then cut the potatoes into bite-sized wedges and put them back into the warm slow cooker bowl.
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Snip the bacon width-wise into tiny strips and put in a hot non-stick pan to fry. As the pan builds up bacon fat, reserve the fat in a glass bowl, but be careful! I leave the fat bowl elsewhere on my glass stove top to keep it warm. Fry the bacon until crispy, pouring off the fat as needed.
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When the bacon is crispy, reserve it in a separate bowl or on paper towels and put all of the bacon grease back into the
frying pan with the cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon, salt, and pepper. Whisk and bring the liquid to a simmer (this doesn’t take more than medium heat and a minute on my stove). As soon as the liquid simmers, drop the minced garlic in to simmer for only 1-2 minutes, whisking to keep the liquid from burning.
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Put potatoes in a large serving bowl and immediately pour the liquid over the cut potatoes. Stir the potatoes until they have completely soaked up the liquid.
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Just before serving (which I do immediately) stir in the bacon and chopped parsley. If you are not serving immediately, waiting to stir in the bacon and parsley will keep them crispy and green respectively.
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WILDLIFE SAFARI Photo by Sheilah Swanson
CASCADE RAPTOR CENTER Photo by Brian Lanker
GO WILD!
Viewing wildlife with your family within three hours of Portland by KATIE BOEHNLEIN
Around this time of year, I remember how lucky we are to live in the Pacific Northwest. The beginning of summer is especially lush in our region: trees have reached their full leaf span, animals are raising their young, and the days are long to experience it all. Depart in any cardinal direction from Portland, and one is bound to stumble upon a memorable adventure. Hopefully these suggestions will help you and your family connect with nature and wildlife beyond the concrete and find peace in the many natural areas within our own city limits! Wildlife Within Portland One of Portland’s many natural areas is The Audubon Society of Portland, a touchstone to Portland’s 5,000 acre Forest Park. Audubon’s visitor’s center, free and open 365 days a year, displays information about wildlife sightings alongside life-sized taxidermy of the many creatures that live there. It also is home to a Wildlife Care Center, which treats injured and sick wild animals. Visitors can catch glimpses of these animals through viewing windows and say their hellos to resident educational birds such as Aristophanes the Raven. Hikers may see a number of creatures while walking along the four miles of sanctuary trails, including native 14 | NW Kids Magazine
newts and frogs swimming in the resident pond in early summer. audubonportland.org One of the biggest juxtapositions of urban and natural is Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area. Bordered by the heavily truck-traveled corridor of Marine Drive, it is part of a system of wetlands and natural areas in industrial North Portland that also include Kelley Point Park and the Columbia Slough. These wetlands offer a bustling home to rare native turtle populations, Pacific Chorus Frogs, salamanders, beavers, and Portland’s beloved city bird, the Great Blue Heron. Gems like Smith and Bybee Lakes within our city always remind me that you don’t have to go far to reconnect with the wild world always outside our front door. goo.gl/JeJv6d The Arrow Points North Just forty-five minutes north of Portland along the Columbia River is Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, a mosaic of wetlands, rivers, grasslands, and forests that are home to thousands of birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. The Refuge’s website contains up to date information on events and educational programs and links to an informative brochure which contains a checklist to all the animals spotted here. portlandoregon.gov/parks
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Southernly Adventures If you and your family are bird lovers, you are in for a treat. Just over two hours south of Portland is the Cascade Raptor Center in Eugene, OR, a nonprofit dedicated to educating the public about birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, eagles, kites, and vultures. This means hosting close to 50 resident birds in outdoor apiaries and offering self-guided as well as handler-led tours (1:30 pm, each week day) for the public. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00-6:00, admission will cost between $5 and $8 per person, depending on the age of your family member. eraptors.org Wildlife Safari, located near Roseburg, is more than your typical wildlife viewing adventure. Home to 90 species of animals, including tigers, lions, and bears, it is an animal park that families can visit year round. Open 9-5, its 1 1/2 hour driving tour allows families to see and even touch favorite wild animals up-close from their cars. The standard admission price ($18 for adults and $12 for children over the age of two) allows cars to go through twice. Wildlife Safari is now offering discounts to NW Kids Magazine readers for their summer events, including “Elephant Waterhole Exploration,” “Rib Roaring BBQ with the Lions,” “Bear Appreciation Day,” and “Overnight Safari Family Adventure Camps.” For more information and special pricing, contact Guest Services at 541-679-6761 ext 210 or e-mail guestservices@wildlifesafari.net.
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OREGON COAST AQUARIUM Photo by Oregon Coast Aquarium
Westward and Wild The Oregon Coast is considered one of Oregon’s Seven Wonders, according to Travel Oregon. In addition to wind-swept beaches and quaint coastal towns, the coast is also home to a diversity of wildlife, all of which can be experienced first-hand by families. A good place to start with kids is the myriad of tide pools available to the public. oregontidepools.org is a wonderful resource put together by Oregon State Parks, complete with a colorful map and important natural history information. In addition, The Haystack Rock Awareness Program, an active citizen science program at Cannon Beach, allows visitors to engage with volunteers about the most current wildlife sightings in the area. The group’s website lists program information by the month, which is concurrent with minus tides to allow for the best views of Cannon Beach tide pools and puffins nesting on Haystack Rock. ci.cannon-beach. or.us/~Natural/HRAP/hrap-program.html
About 2.5 hours drive from Portland is Newport, OR, home to the Oregon Coast Aquarium. This summer is the perfect time to pay the Aquarium that long-awaited visit, as there are a myriad of exciting events and programs scheduled. The Aquarium’s website (aquarium.org) has published information about World Oceans Day on June 6th, Edible Ocean Family Camp Out on July 25th, ongoing “Sleep with the Sharks” events, the Aquatots preschool program, and other wildlife encounters with sea lions and octopi. Admission varies upon age, but is $20 for adults and $13 for children ages 3-12. aquarium.org
Heading East One of Oregon’s most lauded gems is the Columbia River Gorge, also a National Scenic Area. Bill Monroe’s 2011 Oregonian article, “Wildlife along Oregon’s Interstate 84: Miles and miles of great viewing” details the best wildlife viewing spots along the highway. Special highlights include osprey on nesting platforms, salmon at the Eagle Creek Fish hatchery, and big horned sheep east of The Dalles. If Dad is a fan of the outdoors, consider spending Father’s Day at Oxbow Regional Park, located on the Sandy River near Troutdale. The park is hosting an animal tracking event from 10:00am to 1:30pm on June 21st. Participants can pay $6/person or $11/ family, plus $5/car to learn the basics of track identification and awareness skills needed to watch wildlife at close range. Advance registration and payment are required. oregonmetro.gov/parks/oxbow-
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Want more adventure? Well, luckily Oregon is home to people who care about conserving wildlife and letting you know how you can view it. For this article, I consulted James Luther Davis’ “The Northwest Nature Guide,” which shares information about wildlife highlights by month. Other fantastic resources for the nature-loving family itching for that next adventure include Oregon Metro’s online calendar, Oregon Zoo’s online calendar, and Portland Parks Environmental Education calendar. Katie Boehnlein is a teacher and writer living in Portland, OR where you can find her exploring the beautiful natural and historic landmarks of the Rose City by foot and by bike. She grew up traversing the trails and staircases of Southwest Portland, which began a life-long passion for urban wildlife and adventure. You can follow Katie’s musings on urban exploration and other related topics on her blog “In the Midst,” which can be found at kboehnlein.wordpress.com.
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Your Family Guide to
by KELLEY GARDINER
It’s time again for Pride! Celebrate your unique family, and the love we all share, with lots of fun activities and events at Portland’s pride festival, put on by the nonprofit Pride Northwest. There’s a whole lot going on from June 9-14, from benefits to film screenings to dance parties, but families turn out the most for the Festival and Parade. Being a kid isn’t easy, no matter if you fit in to the expectations of the crowd around you. Visiting a celebration like Pride tells your family that it’s okay to be who you are. Middle and high school are not easy times for any kids, but it’s a bit easier if you know your family will accept and love you no matter what.
The Festival The heart of Pride is the Festival, taking place June 13-14 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Here, you’ll find a judgement-free zone full of vendors, information tables, food, libations, and lots of music and dancing. Get your kiddos down to the Family Tent, between Oak and Pine, where they can get into the groove with fun family-oriented activities. In the past, activities have include 18 | NW Kids Magazine
face painting, balloon animals, games, crafts, and bubbles. Don’t sit too tight in the Family Tent, though. Take a stroll around the vendors, which often have kid-friendly samples and activities, too. Just next to the family tent is the information tent, and on the other side, there are restrooms, an ATM, and an array of tasty food options. Just turn right when you come in the main entrance. There’s no outside food or drink allowed the festival gates, so plan to have some awesome treats once you’re inside.
The Parade Another favorite Pride event has to the parade. Of course, this all comes with some colorful pageantry. Some of it might be a little PG-13, but it’s all in good fun. The parade will start at 11 am on June 14 on West Burnside at NW Park, and snake its vibrant way down the waterfront to the end point between the Morrison and Burnside Bridges. Arriving early will give your family a chance for a better seat to catch all the local politicians, proud marchers, upbeat music, and festive floats. continued on p. 20
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Glow Run On June 12, night owls can walk or run across the Willamette in the Pride Glow Run. Kids under 8 can run the 5k for free, but it might mess with bedtime, as the event doesn’t start until 9 pm. All paying participants receive glow bracelets, necklaces, and a flashing LED light. Of course, athletes are encouraged to bring along their favorite flashy outfit to suit the theme.
The Lowdown Pride is popular here, so be ready for a crowd! Prior years have brought more than 40,000 people to downtown Portland for fun, food, and festivities. Parade viewing spots will be in high demand, as will parking spots. Think about taking public transportation, or carpool with some friends. The Blue, Yellow, or Red MAX lines to Oak/SW 1st Ave. station will get you where you need to go. The Festival is held at Waterfront Park between SW Pine and the the Morrison Bridge, from 12-6 p.m. A requested donation of $7 per person helps keep this big nonprofit operation (which relies heavily on volunteers) running smoothly. No matter how you celebrate Pride with your family, remember to bring sunscreen and a little patience, and get ready to have lots of fun. For more festival information head to pridenw.org Kelley Gardiner is a Portland native, a freelance writer and blogger, and the mother of one sweet toddler. To see what she’s up to, visit kelleygardiner.com 20 | NW Kids Magazine
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Best of Portland and beyond OUR TOP PICKS FOR GETTING OUT THIS MONTH
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Saturdays THE MARKETPLACE IN OREGON CITY
Just a few miles outside of Portland, Oregon City is bursting with character and charm. Explore the local businesses and eats downtown and check out its brand new artisan outdoor market all summer long, with live entertainment and activities for kids. Admission is free! 9am-3pm. marketplaceoc.com
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June 3-7 ROSE FESTIVAL CITYFAIR
The final weekend of the annual carnival tradition on the Portland waterfront. Ride the rides, enjoy tasty treats and drinks, check out exotic animals, and dance to live music! $7 for ages 7 and up. rosefestival.org
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June 5-14 GREAT AMERICAN TALL TALES
A seemingly average museum field trip turns into a musical, fantastical journey into American folklore when a few kids travel into the fictional world of Annie Oakley, Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, and more. Showtimes at 2pm, 3pm, & 7pm; school day performances on June 5. $8-15, journeytheater.org
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June 6 SHERWOOD ALTERED ART FESTIVAL
June 7 2015 MILK CARTON BOAT RACE
A 40+ year Portland tradition and part of the Rose Festival, families gather at Westmoreland Park to race their homemade boats, constructed with recycled milk cartons and jugs, and tons of creativity and innovation. Competition is across seven categories, including Best in Show. Free, festivities start at 11am. dairyfarmersor.com
Get creative and crafty at this hands-on art event! Local artists and crafters lead workshops in mixed media art, recycled craft, sidewalk chalking, and more. Enjoy music and other performers, and shop for unique handmade goods. Free admission, 10am-4pm. sherwoodalteredartfest.org
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June 13 & 28 DINNER ON THE FIELD AT BELLA ORGANIC FARM
Experience farm-to-table firsthand, starting with an educational tour around the farm guided by the winemaker and farmer and featuring a seven-course meal using the freshest ingredients. Receive 20% off a farm gift basket with each dinner purchase. $90 per person, 5-9pm. bellaorganic.com
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June 13 ORANGEFEST
Soccer Shots, AC Portland, and The Portland Montessori School team up for a community celebration of health, exercise, friends, and fun with a “world traveler” theme. Pick up a passport when you arrive and get a stamp at each soccer or activity station and enter to win raffle prizes! Free admission, raffle tickets and some activity tickets available for purchse, 10am-3pm. soccershots.org/pdx Remember to check the NW Kids online calendar for dozens more outings and activities each day. Share with friends, subscribe to the RSS, add directly to your calendar, and more features. There’s something going on you don’t want to miss!! nwkidsmagazine.com/events/month 24 | NW Kids Magazine
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June 14 FLAG DAY AT FORT VANCOUVER
Celebrate and cultivate leadership, public service, and patriotism with your community. Start the event by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance with the rest of the country during the Annual National Pause, then watch live music, historical reenactments, and history quizzes featuring local students and public officials. Free, 3:30pm. fortvan.org
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June 21 SUNDAY PARKWAYS NORTH PORTLAND
The second of five community and family walking and biking events this Sunday Parkways season takes you all through NoPo, with street fairs, vendors, and activities all along the 9.5 mile course. Stop at Kenton, Columbia Annex, and McCoy Parks for a rest and some fun and free bike maintenance. Free, 11am-4pm. portlandsundayparkways.org
June 27 KIDS DIG!
An intro to archaeology for kids ages 8-12, where they can excavate historical finds, screen dirt, and learn about dig site preservation from park staff and students from the Public Archaeology Field School. Space is limited, so register today by calling 360816-6250. Free with $3 admission to Fort Vancouver. nps.gov/fova
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June 27-28 GOOD IN THE HOOD MUSIC AND FOOD FESTIVAL
The largest multicultural festival in the PNW kicks off with a parade through NE Portland and ends up at Lillis-Albina Park, where delicious food, a Kids Space with crafts, activities, face painting, and puppet shows, world music and live entertainment, a vendor marketplace, and more await. Free, 11am-6pm. goodnthehood.org
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COMING TOGETHER IN CULLY AT
KHUNAMOKWST PARK
Our families spend a lot of time in Portland’s parks. With summer right around the corner, we’ll be filling our days, when not at camp, seeking out green space to play, picnic and run. We recently checked out a new park in Cully, and as with most of the new city parks we’ve visited, we weren’t disappointed. Khunamokwst Park (pronounced KAHNah-mockst) is located on 2.4 acres on the corner of NE 52nd between Wygant and Alberta streets. The park is a wide-open space with a giant field for running, games or simply laying down a blanket or chairs. Khunamokwst Park is the first Portland Parks & Rec Park of its kind in that it shares the indigenous name with the land it sits on. Chinook wawa was the language commonly used by the original people of this area. “Khunamokwst means ‘together’,” notes Jon A. George, Tribal Councilman from the Grand Ronde Tribal Council. “And that is what this beautiful green space will enable all of us to do, to come together to honor the original people of this place, the Clackamas and Multnomah people, our ancestors. The name honors the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, the Willamette Valley Treaty Tribe, and it is a name that honors our community of Portland. Together we will enjoy the beauty and protect the health of this place, just as our ancestors did.”
The park includes both a play structure and a nature play area complete with boulders for climbing, a hillside slide and a water feature where kids can interact and play with dams and flowing water. Khunamokwst has something for everyone including the skate dot, a skate park designed with beginners in mind. There are a few picnic tables and a large picnic shelter, which provides shade.
The paths into the park are paved for bike riding, running or walking, and the play structure area floor is filled with wood chips. The Portland Loo bathroom is brand new and very clean with hand sanitizer inside and a hand washing station outside. The day we visited, Khunamokwst was busy, but the space is so open, we never felt overwhelmed by crowds. It’s a great place to hang out for hours, though we would recommend on hot days, if you don’t have a shelter or tent to provide shade while lounging on the lawn, to bring your sunscreen. portlandoregon.gov/parks/61985 NW Kids Magazine | 27
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U-pick: Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, marionberries and blackberries. Don’t miss: Thornless certified organic blackberries and stroller/wheelchair accessible trails. 16205 NW Gillihan Road, Portland bellaorganic.com
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U:pick: Strawberries, raspberries, marionberries, boysenberries, blueberries and blackberries. Don’t miss: Pickled Dilly beans, local honey and farm made applesauce in the Country Store. 21975 SW 65th Avenue, Tualatin leefarmsoregon.com
3 BLUE BEE FARMS
U-pick: Blueberries Don’t Miss: Six varieties of plump spray-free blueberries. 20541 NW Sauvie Island Road, Portland bluebeefarm.net
4 FRENCH PRAIRIE GARDENS
U-pick: Strawberries Don’t miss: The annual Berries, Brews & BBQ festival in June. 17673 French Prairie Road, St. Paul fpgardens.com/french-prairie-farm-market.htm
5 JOHN’S PRODUCE & NURSERY
U-pick: Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, boysenberries, marionberries and raspberries. Don’t miss: The fresh berry milkshake or smoothies. 15000 SW Oldsville Road, McMinnville farmerjohnsproduce.com
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U-pick: Strawberries, blueberries raspberries, marionberries, boysenberries and blackberries. Don’t miss: Kruger’s Summer Concert series on Thursday nights and food carts on the weekend. 17100 NW Sauvie Island Road, Portland krugersfarmmarket.com
7 SAUVIE ISLAND FARMS
U-pick: Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, marionberries and blackberries. Don’t miss: Personalize a beautiful bouquet in the u-cut flower garden. 19818 NW Sauvie Island Road, Portland sauvieislandfarms.com
8 SMITH BERRY BARN
U-pick: Raspberries, blackberries, tayberries, marionberries and loganberries. Don’t miss: Sign up for a free seminar on how to grow the best varieties of berries for the home garden. 24500 SW Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro smithberrybarn.com
9 WILLAMETTE VALLEY FRUIT COMPANY U-pick: Strawberries, blueberries and marionberries. Don’t Miss: The berry best pie! 2994 NE 82nd Avenue, Portland wvpie.com
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