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Only in Oregon: Upcoming Events

Posted on: April 19th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Here in Oregon’s Washington County, there are some unique, funky and fun events this spring and summer–and you’re invited to experience each one firsthand.

Jousting will be a highlight of the Oregon Renaissance Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival.

Faire in the Grove
Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5
McMenamins Grand Lodge – Forest Grove

Step back in time for a day of revels at Faire in the Grove! Experience the Middle Ages and the Renaissance at this annual free event. The Grand Lodge front lawn is transformed into “Fairegrove,” a medieval village containing medieval actors, armored fighters, musicians, singers and dancers, and performances and demonstrations including: combat, dance, blacksmithing, archery, weaving, storytelling, juggling and strolling music. Participatory activities include: lawn games, Norse hat making, wax seal making, beer drinking and more. Storytellers will be featured on a Children’s Stage. Items for sale include: hooded cloaks, jewelry and costumes; and food will be available as well. Event details.

Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon
Saturday, May 11
Hillsboro

The Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon is a run through Washington County on flat, tree-lined streets beginning and ending at the Gordon Faber Recreational Complex. It’s specifically held on Mother’s Day weekend to encourage all its female participants, all of whom are encouraged to wear peace signs! Event details.

Altered Art Festival
Saturday,  June 1
Sherwood

Altered Art means transforming an object from its intended purpose to a new, creative one. In addition to participating artists’ booths, there will be: hands-on make-and-take art booths, an altered art competition, an art sale, live music, BBQ, wine and strawberry shortcake. Event details.

Oregon Renaissance Festival
On weekends: from Saturday, Aug. 24 – Sunday, Sept. 29
Washington County Fair Complex – Hillsboro

This new event transforms the fair complex into a 16th century European village for 13 days of merriment. Enjoy talented artists, non-stop stage entertainers, food, crafts, pageantry and more. You’ll encounter beautiful maidens, wandering minstrels, joking jesters and jugglers. Magicians, acrobats, comedians, swordfighters, pirates and fairies will entertain and delight. Be sure to meet the “washing well wenches” and daily performance of an armored jousting. Feast on renaissance-inspired food and drink, including: savory turkey legs, steak on a stake, bangers & mash and chocolate-covered cheesecake. Event details.

Enjoy your whimsical adventure!

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Migrate to the Tualatin River Bird Festival

Posted on: April 17th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Meet an owl up close, discover blooming plants, enjoy live songs about toads and much more at the 2013 Tualatin River Bird Festival event Saturday, May 18.

A Refuge resident, photo by Kevin Welsh

The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is hosting this annual medley of free activities celebrating wildlife and wild places. The action-packed day begins with walks from 5:30 to 11 a.m., guided by three staff from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Another option is a “Songbird Hike” from 7 to 9 a.m. by a naturalist from the Backyard Bird Shop. If you’d like to paddle through the Refuge, the Tualatin Riverkeepers are leading a canoe (or kayak) trip from 9 a.m. to noon (advance registration required). Or choose the “Birding 101″ guided walk from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

At 10 a.m. is the “Guided Nature Walk for Kids,” starring bugs, slugs, logs and more. From noon to 1 p.m., the Audubon presents its live bird show, featuring owls, falcons, vultures and more. Following their show on the main stage, the birds and their handlers will be “meeting and greeting” attendees.

The guided walks continue with “Native Plants” at 1 p.m., a family friendly “Discovery Stroll” at 2 p.m., and a “Twilight Talk & Walk” at 6:30 p.m.

Other unique offerings include a live guitar performance by Dave Orleans, who will sing about trees, toads and more, from 2 to 4 p.m. Then at 4 p.m. is the two-hour workshop, “Basic Point-and-Shoot Digital Photography.” This is the only festival event with a fee, which is $10, and requires advance registration.

The day’s ongoing offerings include:
- Kids crafts
- A miniature golf course depicting the lifecycle of salmon
- A scavenger hunt
- A wood carver in action
- Build a bird or bat house, or bee board
- Rod casting

In addition, the Refuge Wildlife Center and Nature’s Overlook store will both be open. Visit the Tualatin River Bird Festival site for all the day’s details.

Magic Tree House Celebrities Coming to Washington County

Posted on: April 4th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Jack and Annie are celebrities among the younger set, particularly ages 5 to 8, as adventurers in the Magic Tree House book series. Currently the duo are on their third annual ‘Passport to Adventure Tour’ to 14 U.S. cities aboard their ‘Magic Tree House Express’–lucky for us, their only Oregon stops are both in Washington County!

Enjoy their free magical adventure; a live, theatrical performance with songs–all based on the bestselling Magic Tree House series. Events will also include giveaways and an official Jack and Annie “book stamping,” where the pair will stamp newly purchased or used books (limit one per person).

Their live shows here are:

The stars, Jack and Annie

Sunday, April 7: 2 p.m. at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing in Beaverton

Monday, April 8: 4:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble at Bridgeport Village in Tigard (Visit the Bridgeport Village website to RSVP)

This live reading tour is sponsored by Random House Children’s Books, publisher of Mary Pope Osborne’s beloved Magic Tree House series. Have a great adventure!


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Bunnies, Brunch and More for Easter

Posted on: March 19th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Easter is appearing in March this year, and whether it’s food or festivities you’re looking for, there are options here. Underwater egg hunt, anyone?

The Easter Bunny has a packed schedule in the area this year. Photo by Frank M., Flickr commons.

Food
Easter Brunch Buffet at McMenamins Grand Lodge
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Easter Sunday, enjoy a buffet with everything from bagels with lox and cream cheese to maple-glazed all-natural ham. Reservations are required.

Easter Brunch Buffet at Holiday Inn Portland South/Wilsonville
Enjoy lamb, cheesecake and so much more to eat at this buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Easter. The price includes live harp music, an Easter Bunny appearance and egg hunts.

Easter Entertainment
Underwater Egg Hunt
Dive to the depths of the pool at Conestoga Rec Center in Beaverton and hunt for prize eggs. Peter Rabbit will be in the pool as well. Enjoy additional free activities, including an inflatable play structure and crafts. Children must have a parent present, and those younger than age 7 must have an adult over age 18 in the water during the egg hunt. Pre-registration is required.

Spring Egg Hunt & Artisan Bazaar
On Saturday, March 30, enjoy a day of spring fun with handcrafted art, food, spring goodies (including Easter basket fillers) and other wares for sale at the Cedar Hills Recreation Center. Kids can meet the Easter Bunny, color eggs and join in the Easter egg hunt.  Don’t miss out on the tasty pancake breakfast, too!

Spring Egg Hunt
On Saturday, March 30, celebrate Spring, rain or shine, at the Garden Home Recreation Center. Participants are asked to bring their own baskets to fill with eggs and candy. Registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome as long as there is space.

Great Westside Family Easter Event
This free event will feature lots of candy and prizes for kids, plus a fire truck, police cars, pony rides, a petting zoo, inflatable bounce houses, games, arts, crafts, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more!  This is at the Washington County Fair Complex in Hillsboro on Saturday, March 30.

Bunny Visit While Shopping
The Easter Bunny is now at Washington Square and will be in residence daily in his Spring Garden in Summit Court, available for visits and photos through Saturday, March 30. Hop on over to meet the bunny before March 28 and opt for the “daffodil special” discount photo package. Also, new this year is the family portrait area, a designated set for a family photo option.

At Cedar Hills Crossing in Beaverton, the Easter Bunny visits on select days. and an Easter egg hunt specifically for the little kids (ages 5 and under) is Thursday, March 28, at 11:30 a.m.

Last, but not least, at Bridgeport Village in Tigard the Easter Bunny will be strolling through the Center Court area, greeting visitors and offering free photo ops (using your own camera), Saturday, March 23 from noon to 2 p.m.

 

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Learning About Bald Eagles & Beavers at the Tillamook Forest Center

Posted on: March 14th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

The Tillamook Forest Center is crawling with activity this spring, offering free weekend events to explore and learn about bald eagles, beavers, salmon and other forest inhabitants.

Courtesy of the Tillamook Forest Center

Spring events kick off Saturday, March 23:
Bald Eagles – Learn more about these large birds of prey, the incredible nests they build and how they rely on streams and rivers in the forest. Participants will have the option of heading out to a meadow to look for wintering eagles. Program is at 11:30 a.m. (Repeats March 24).
Creature Cabins – Explore where the animals of the Tillamook State Forest reside–including nests, holes, dens and more. Program is at 1 p.m. (Repeats March 24).

Saturday, March 30:
Nature’s Yucky! – Many animals of the Tillamook State Forest have “gross” behaviors, such as the salmon that rot while they’re still alive. Learn more about both the disgusting and intriguing animal traits. Program is at 11:30 a.m. (Repeats March 31).
Browsing for Beavers – The beavers in this forest are always working hard, and have for decades–as they played a key role in Oregon’s earlier years being trapped and traded. Join in a walk along part of the Wilson River to look for gnawing signs of beaver. (Repeats March 31).

Saturday, April 6:
Arbor Week Celebration – Help plant trees, and create tree art and crafts; go on a tree scavenger hunt; and get a tree seed to take home.

The Tillamook Forest Center is located off Highway 6, approximately one hour from Portland, at 45500 Wilson River Highway.

 

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Spring Break Fun

Posted on: March 5th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

It’s coming soon: An entire week off from school. Regardless of the fickle spring weather, there are destinations, activities and events throughout Oregon’s Washington County that cater to kids.
Here are a few ideas for what to include in your weeklong itinerary:

John’s Incredible Pizza Company – Beaverton

Kids of all ages can enjoy what John’s calls its “Incredible Fun World,” featuring bumper cars, twister and more than 100 of the latest video games, with some offering tickets to redeem for prizes. Food is buffet-style; learn more in our blog post. The variety of games, food and entertainment at John’s can be fun for both big and little kids for hours; and they’re open for lunch and dinner–weekdays 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., with plenty of parking.

Bullwinkle’s/Family Fun Center - Wilsonville

It’s almost Disneyland–it’s the Family Fun Center and Bullwinkle’s Restaurant in Wilsonville. Flickr photo courtesy of the Fun Center.

Aside from its six acres of amusement, the Family Fun Center and Bullwinkle’s Restaurant is open year-round, rain or shine, which means that even in inclement March weather, you can challenge kids to a game of outdoor miniature golf! But wait, there’s more. Enjoy all of the following during your trip: go-karts, laser tag, bumper boats, a 28-foot rock wall, batting cages, a bungee sling shot, more than 150 arcade games, a cyber coaster, Kidopolis Playland, the Frog Hopper, and a full-service restaurant and snack bar. More.

Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge – Sherwood

Enjoy the outdoors with a family oriented event offered each afternoon March 26-29. Kids and parents are invited to learn more about the natural wonders of wildlife with these hands-on nature activities and crafts for kids. This event is free and does not require registration, and will be held rain or shine. More.

Washington Square – Tigard

The Easter Bunny arrives at Washington Square March 8 and will be in residence daily until March 30. Hop on over to meet the bunny before March 27 to get the “daffodil discount” on photo packages: More.

Malibu Raceway – Beaverton

Most kids would agree: zooming around a racetrack makes for a fun afternoon. They can do just that at Malibu Raceway–and even choose their own racecar. The raceway is also home to a batting cage, video games, air hockey and billiards. Start your engines! More.

Barnes & Noble Storytime Party – Tigard

At the sparkly new Barnes & Noble at Bridgeport Village, a special children’s storytime is set for Wednesday, March 27: “Emeraldalicious,” which is a continuation of the popular “Pinkalicious” story series. This free event is at 10 a.m. and includes “greenerific” crafts and giveaways. Please RSVP in advance. More.

Sherwood Ice Arena

Work on those ice skating skills at this arena, where public skate sessions are offered daily during spring break, with at least one morning and one afternoon option. More.

Big Al’s – Beaverton

An entire day could be spent in this facility, where a sea of bowling lanes and a massive arcade offer fun for all ages. On Wednesdays after 6 p.m., video games are half price. And be sure to check out the popular cuisine on the kids menu! More.

There are dozens more kid-focused attractions in the area; peruse our listings of Family Fun. Enjoy!

 

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Fishing Season Launches at Hagg Lake

Posted on: February 28th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

March is the month that esteemed fishing spot Henry Hagg Lake in Gaston opens for fishing.

One of the many views of Hagg Lake, where the fish should be biting.

This stocked 1,110-acre lake offers good bank, dock and boat fishing with multiple boat ramps as well as a fully accessible, 260-foot fishing pier. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are welcome. Thanks to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and its stocking program, the lake is known for its plentiful brood trout, though the statewide bag limit on trout is one (20 inches or larger) per day. Also found in the lake are bass, crappie, perch and bullhead catfish–though many an angler catches trout.

Anglers 13 and older need a fishing license. In addition, there is a day-use fee of $5 (cash only!), payable at the entrance. This is good for the day’s entirety, from “sunrise to sunset” hours, according to Washington County. Boat rental–including kayaks, paddle boats and small motor boats–is also offered on site, call for availability, 503-927-5489.

Take a break from fishing to enjoy all the other recreational draws of the area. This includes five different designated picnic areas, all of which have grills, and two of which have covered pavilions. Another highlight is the multi-use 15-mile path circling the picturesque lake. The Sain Scoggins 18-hole disc golf course is along the west shore as well.

The lake is located seven miles southwest of Forest Grove off Highway 47, and is open for fishing until Nov. 23, 2013.

This article has a list of area fishing holes. Enjoy the angling!

 

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Luck O’ the Irish

Posted on: February 25th, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments

“If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, then you’re lucky enough.”

Saint Patrick’s Day is nearly upon us. Don’t miss out on this fun slate of events to celebrate this festive holiday weekend.  Wear your green, and raise your glass of green beer and toast to St. Patty’s Day in Oregon’s Washington County. Sláinte!

Friday, March 15 – Sunday, March 17

Clancy’s Family Restaurant in Sherwood will host its 25th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party all weekend long, featuring local Irish music, bagpipe and drum performances and door prizes. Don’t forget the traditional Irish fare; corned beef and cabbage and Irish stew will be served. Kids are welcome with parents until 9 p.m. Must be 21+ after 9 p.m.

The party doesn’t stop at the Thirsty Lion, which celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a three-day festival of live music, bagpipers and Irish food specials. The annual “St. Baldrick’s” head-shaving event to benefit Children’s Cancer Research will take place on Saturday and Sunday. Live music starts at 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, all day on Sunday.

Saturday, March 16

It’s not St. Patrick’s Day without a parade, and this year Murphy’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Party will feature local businesses, car clubs, schools, motorcycle drill team and more. The parade will start and end at Hare Field at Hillsboro High School (151 Northeast Grant Street Hillsboro) and the festivities continue with a traditional corned beef and cabbage meal. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Admission is free.

Luckython 2013Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend at the Beaverton Farmers Winter Market (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Shop for seasonal produce and artisan food products while enjoying live performances from the Sir James McDonald Pipe Band and the An Daire Academy of Irish Dance and more. Admission is free.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Luckython run (first race starts at 3 p.m.). Choose from the 5K, 10K, 15K team relay and a 5K “HeadLamp” nighttime run/walk at The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club. The little kiddies can take part in the “Lil’ Leprechaun Dash,” which starts the evening of events. There’s a pot o’ gold at the finish line, with a full Irish potato bar with all of the fixings.  Registration starts at $30 For more information or to register, visit the Luckython website.

Sunday, March 17

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Irish style at McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove and Cornelius Pass Roadhouse & Imbrie Hall in Hillsboro. All ages are invited to enjoy live music, bagpipers and leprechauns at this day-long event.  McMenamins’ Irish Stout beer, Irish coffee cocktails, Irish food specials and more will also be available. Admission is free.

The Dublin Pub hosts a day of live music starting at 12 noon. This Irish-themed pub is a St. Patrick’s Day institution, and features 59 beers on tap–including Irish beers. Must be 21+. Cover charge may apply.

Keep St. Patrick’s Day weekend safe, please drink responsibly. 

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The 12 Days of Christmas

Posted on: December 12th, 2012 by Angie Marsh No Comments

While Washington County may not have a live partridge in a pear tree, there are enough holiday events and features here to fill the days in the countdown to Christmas. Here are suggestions:

Catch the train for a ride around Bridgeport Village!

Wednesday, Dec. 12: All aboard the Bridgeport Village holiday express train!
This 35-passenger, solar-operated holiday train runs daily between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. around the perimeter of the 27-acre outdoor shopping center in Tigard. Catch a free ride to travel from one store to the next (such as Finnegan’s Toys) or to a restaurant or the cinemas. Through December 21st.

Thursday, Dec. 13: Tea Time
Enjoy a cup of Christmas tea and treats during lunchtime at this festive high tea at Tea’s Me in Hillsboro. Just call ahead for reservations.

Friday, Dec. 14: Christmas on Broadway
Broadway Rose Theatre Company presents this holiday musical revue, which promises to deliver “Christmas magic.”

Saturday, Dec. 15: Winter Solstice Celebration
Mark the solstice with this concert in Hillsboro by a well-known Celtic duo.

Sunday, Dec. 16: Eat Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy an elaborate early morning buffet at Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, where the bearded celebrity himself will be welcoming kids and posing for photos.

Monday, Dec. 17: Tastes the Wines of Christmas
Enjoy both festive wines and live holiday performances by Bag&Baggage actors–a winning combination!

Tuesday, Dec. 18: Village Gallery of Arts Holiday Show
This show offers unique, handcrafted gifts made locally.

Wednesday, Dec. 19: Entertain Kids at The Velveteen Rabbit
This puppet adaptation of the classic book is geared for attendees of all ages. Showtime is 2 p.m. at the Venetian Theatre in Hillsboro.

Thursday, Dec. 20: “A Christmas Carol” Gone Mad
If you’re ready for antics, “The Farndale Avenue Town Women’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of a Christmas Carol” production is just what’s needed for Christmas comic relief.

Friday, Dec. 21: The Sounds of Handel’s Messiah
Multiple choirs are converging for this choral production of the classic, at 7:30 p.m. in Hillsboro.

Saturday, Dec. 22: A ‘Nunsense’ Christmas Musical
“Nuncrackers” is the Hillsboro Artists’ Regional Theatre nuns’ performance of new, humorous holiday songs.

Sunday, Dec. 23: “Narnia” Live
Enjoy a musical production of C.S. Lewis’ classic “Narnia“, performed in Forest Grove.

Monday, Dec. 24: Santa’s Last Stop
This is the final day to see Santa; he’ll be at Sleighbells in Sherwood, Washington Square and Cedar Hills Crossing.

We wish you the happiest of holidays!

 

Tree Time

Posted on: December 4th, 2012 by Angie Marsh No Comments

‘Tis the season for a tree! With 31 tree farms (and counting) open for business for the 2012 season, this is the county to get an authentic, iconic Oregon tree–straight from the source. Enjoy the adventure of the U-cut or the ease of the fresh pre-cut trees, in varieties ranging from Doug Firs to Fraser.

The abundance of tree farms are as follows:

A fresh cut tree at Plumper farm

A fresh cut tree at Plumper farm

B&M Acres
19945 SW Kruger Road, Sherwood
Open weekends 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
503-625-7260
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs
Services: Saws, cutting assistance

Bays Farms
14550 NW Bays Dr., Banks
Open weekends 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. through Dec. 23
503-324-0261
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Nordmann
Services: cutting assistance

Beaverton Holiday U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm
5365 SW 209th Avenue, Beaverton
Open weekends 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 23
U-Cut/Precut: Noble and Douglas Firs
Services: Trees tied, free tree trimmings
Features: Wreaths, mistletoe, free hot cider

Century Farm
10050 SW Hazelbrook Rd., Tualatin
Open daily 10 a.m. – dark through mid-Dec.
503-692-3243
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs
Services: Saws, cutting assistance
Features: Wreaths, garland, holly and tree stands available; free hot spiced cider, balloons, candy canes

Christensen Farm
30205 SW Ladd Hill Rd., Sherwood
Open Saturdays Nov. 27 through Dec. 18 (open weekdays by appointment), 9 a.m. to dark
503-970-0862
U-Cut/Precut: Douglas Fir
Services: Saws, cutting assistance, loading assistance

Christmas Trees West
45619 NW David Hill Rd., Forest Grove
Open daily 9 a.m. to dark
503-939-5511
U-cut: Noble, Grand Fir, Douglas Fir & Blue Spruce
Services: Tree shaking & baling
Features: Tractor rides to trees on weekends, free shake/bale, free hot chocolate/coffee, Tree Top Cottage shop selling wreaths, garland, mistletoe, etc.

Furrow Farm
25877 NW West Union Rd., Hillsboro
Open weekdays 10 a.m. – dark, and weekends 9 a.m. – dark through Dec. 23
503-647-5288
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Balsam, Fraser
Services: Saws, cutting assistance, trees baled for $2
Features: Wreaths, free beverages, hay/wagon/trailer rides, warming stove, farm animals to view

Hagg’s Tree Farm
19175 SW McCormick Hill Rd., Hillsboro
Open everyday through Dec. 23, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
U-Cut/Precut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs
Features: weekend hayrides; holiday bazaar items for sale; free hot chocolate, coffee and candy canes

Harrison Road Farm
37603 NW Harrison Road, Banks
Open during weekends until Christmas, 9:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m.
503-626-1403
U-Cut: Noble and Douglas Fir
Features: Complimentary hot cocoa and candy canes; wreaths for sale

 

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Helvetia Christmas Tree Farm
12814 NW Bishop Rd., Hillsboro
Open weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas, 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Services: Saws, tree shaking/twining
U-cut/Precut: Noble & Grand Fir, Nordmanns
Features: Antique train village, gift shop, cafe with hot cider, cocoa and coffee

Howell Tree Farm
51075 NW Cox Road, Forest Grove
Open daily 9 am. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 24
503-357-2882
U-cut: Douglas, Grand and Noble Firs
Services: Saws, trees shook/baled

Leach Farms
19260 SW Haide Rd., Sherwood
Open daily through Dec. 23
503-625-7326
U-cut/Precut: Noble Firs
Services: Tree delivered to vehicle
Features: Wreaths and garland for sale, coffee/beverages, free candy canes & cookies

Lee Farms
21975 SW 65th Avenue, Tualatin
Open daily 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. through Dec. 23
503-638-1869
U-cut/Precut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Fraser, Sequoia
Services: Tree shaking/twining
Features: gift shop with fresh-baked goods, holiday decorations and gifts; picnic area; hay wagon rides; petting animals and farm animal displays

Loch Lolly Christmas Forest
28366 NW Dorland Road, North Plains
Open daily 9 a.m to 5 p.m. through Dec. 23
503-647-2619
U-cut/Precut: Douglas, Grand, Noble and Fraser Firs, Nordmann
Features: gift shop, free hot chocolate and coffee, Santa in a sleigh on weekends; live reindeer on select weekends

Lolich’s Family Farm
18407 SW Scholls Ferry Rd., Beaverton
Open through Dec. 24
Precut: Douglas, Grand & Noble Firs
Services: Trees shaked, tied/baled
Features: Farm store

Mountaindale U-Cut
16036 NW Dairy Creek Road, North Plains
Open weekends 9 a.m.- dusk through Dec. 23
503-647-5954
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs
Services: Saws, wreaths, cutting assistance
Feature: Christmas Wreaths

Murphy Road Nobles (C.W. Baggenstos Farms)
Along NW Murphy Road, North Plains
Open weekends 9 a.m. – dusk through Dec. 23
503-648-8011
U-Cut: Noble, Douglas and Grand Firs
Services: Cutting assistance, tree baling
Features: Wood stove, hot chocolate/coffee, farm animals to pet

Owens Christmas Tree Farm
20075 NW Phillips Road, Hillsboro
Open daily through Dec. 22
360-632-8896
U-cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Blue and Norway Spruce
Living Trees: Noble Firs
Services: Tree tying, free tree trimmings
Features: Bonfire, free hot cider

Parry’s Tree Farm
45627 NW David Hill Road, Forest Grove
Open daily 8 a.m. – dark through Dec. 24
503-348-9601
U-cut/Precut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Fraser, Blue Spruce and Nordmann
Services: Tree shaking; tree bailing for a small fee
Features: Tree accessories, wreaths, covered warming shed, free hot cocoa/coffeee/cider

Petschi Family Tree Farm
21040 SW Mountain Home Rd., Sherwood
Open daily 8 a.m. – dark through Dec. 24
503-628-1809
U-cut/Precut Noble Firs
Features: Free hot chocolate

Pleasant View Tree Farm
24450 NW Pumpkin Ridge Rd., North Plains
Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays through Dec. 23
U-Cut: Noble, Douglas & Grand firs
Features: Free holly, cocoa, coffee and candy canes

Plumper Farm
11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd., Portland
Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays  9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 23
U-Cut/Precut: Grand, Noble and Douglas Firs
Services: Cutting assistance, tree baling & shaking ($2 each)
Features: farm animals, play structure, picnic area, farm store with crafts, produce, homemade jam

Pumpkin Ridge Tree Farm
24450 NW Pumpkin Ridge Road, North Plains
Open daily 9 a.m. – dark through Dec. 24
503-647-7561
U-Cut Noble Firs
Services: Cutting assistance, tree shaker, trees baled
Features: Wreaths, free candy canes, coffee, cocoa, cider and tea

Reichen Tree Farm
8450 NW 185th Ave., Portland
Open weekends 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 23
503-645-4125
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs

Schmidlin Farms
17955 NW Sellers Road, Banks
Open daily 9 a.m. – dusk
503-324-0502
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Nordmann
Services: Cutting assistance, trees baled
Feature: weekend hay rides

Sleighbells of Sherwood
23855 SW 195th Place, Sherwood
Open daily
503-625-6052
U-cut/Precut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs
Live trees for sale: Scotch Pine, Corkbark and Blue Spruce
Features: Gift shop (Sleighbells of Sherwood is a year-round Christmas and holiday shop), wreath house

Sunny Day Tree Farm
25100 SW Neill Rd., Sherwood
Open Tuesday – Sunday through Dec. 23
503-628-1017
U-cut/Precut: Grand & Noble Firs, Nordmann
Features: Wreath shop

Tannenbaum Platz
on Helvetia Road, Helvetia
Open weekdays noon – 4 p.m, weekends 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 23
503-641-9271
U-Cut/Pre-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Scotch Pine
Services: cutting assistance

Treeland Christmas Tree Farm
14853 SW Roy Rogers Road, Sherwood
Open weekends 9 a.m. – dusk through Dec. 16
503-590-4564
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Nordmann, Fraser
Services: cutting assistance, tree shaking and baling
Features: Wreaths, hay/wagon/trailer rides

Whispering Ridge Trees
55505 SW Sain Creek Rd., Gaston
Open daily 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. through Dec. 24
503-357-4627
U-Cut/Precut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Nordmann
Services: cutting assistance, tree shaking and baling
Features: Free hot chocolate/cider & cookies, gift store with wreaths and baskets

Zurbrugg Farm
16865 NW Germantown Road, Portland
Open daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 24
503-645-8458
U-Cut: Noble, Grand and Douglas Firs; Balsam, Scotch Pine
Features: Wreaths and garlands