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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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Making Mother’s Day 2012 Memorable (NEW WINE EVENTS ADDED!)

Posted on: May 3rd, 2012 by Angie Marsh 1 Comment

Mother’s Day weekend is approaching—but don’t let the mention of May 12 and 13 turn to panic. Special events and gift-buying opportunities to mark the occasion are happening locally, and any one of these is sure to impress. Take it from me, a mom who is dropping hints about this holiday, your weekend will be happier with a little planning ahead.

Mother’s Day Wine Events

The following wineries are offering special Mother’s Day events and tastings:

Enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch at Garden Vineyards in Hillsboro on May 13. Beverages include wine, sangria, bellinis and mimosas, all of which will be for sale. The brunch buffet will feature goods that are baked, grilled, cured and roasted–and much of the food is grown on the premises. This buffet is $30 per person.

Taste fine chocolates and wines at three Washington County wineries during Mother’s Day weekend:

  • Artisan Fine Chocolates Tasting at Alloro Vineyard, May 12-13 ($15 per person)
  • Mother’s Day Weekend Red Wine and Chocolate Tasting at Kramer Vineyards, May 12-13 ($10)

Mother’s Day Special Events

Tea is offered at two locations in the county during Mother's Day weekend 2012. Photo by Ann Toffler, flickr.

Beaverton Civic Theatre’s final performance of “The Miracle Worker” is on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, at 2 p.m. This moving play brings to life the story of Helen Keller.

A special prime rib Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch is May 13 at Holiday Inn Portland South – Wilsonville. Choose from a carving station, custom omeletes, gourmet buffet items such as smoked bacon, dessert station and beverages. Brunch runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; reservations are encouraged.

Lavender Tea House in Sherwood is presenting a “Celebration of Mothers” tea on Saturday, May 12, featuring scones, tea sandwiches, fruit, teas and sparkling cider. Seatings are at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3 p.m.; call for reservations, $35 per person.

Jenkins Estate in Beaverton presents its Barefoot Quilt Festival on both Saturday and Sunday, May 12 & 13. Enjoy quilting displays and demonstrations, as well as quilted items for sale at this free event.
- On Saturday, May 12, this event features “Tea to Remember” at 12:30 p.m., paid event; reservations required.
- On Sunday, May 13, a dessert cafe will be available at the event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; no reservation required.

Cooper Mountain Nature Park in Beaverton welcomes a naturalist to lead a hike, “Mother’s Day Birds and Blooms” on May 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn more about wildflowers and songbirds while enjoying the Tualatin River. Cost is $10.

Mother’s Day Gift-Buying Opportunities

So many local farmers’ markets are open Saturday, May 12th, that you’ll have fresh choices ranging from hanging flower baskets at Beaverton Farmers Market to seasonal bouquets and herb pots at Sherwood, Hillsboro or Cedar Mill Saturday Market. The Tigard Farmers’ Market kicks off the very day of–Sunday, May 13–so stop by between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. for gifts ranging from plants to bakery goods.

The Quilt Festival at Jenkins Estate on Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13, also incorporates both an artisan craft fair and a plant sale from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.