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October 17 - 23, 2012  

Chamber Events

10/18 Clackamas Women's Services hosting Business After Hours which is being co-hosted by Oregon City Chamber of Commerce   

  

10/19 Royalton Place hosting AM Business Connection

  

10/24 Leadership and Succession Planning Forum Luncheon at Monarch Hotel & Conference Center  

  

10/24  Columbia State Bank hosting Business After Hours      

                                                              

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North Clackamas County
Chamber of Commerce

7740 SE Harmony Rd
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
503-654-7777
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Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
Last chance to get registered!
Hear local business icons address business
     
Come hear from past and present owners of Bob's Red Mill, Dave's Killer Bread and Powell's Books about how they have achieved multi-generational success in their businesses. The owners will discuss their perspectives from both sides of the transition; the challenges and cultural impact it had on their employees and customers, what they did leading up to and after the changes, and what surprises they experienced. This luncheon provides a great learning opportunity for anyone interested in these local business icons or in proven business management principles.

The luncheon will be held on Wednesday, October 24, from 11:30am - 1:15pm at the Monarch Hotel & Conference Center, 12566 SE 93rd Ave, Clackamas, 97015. Thank you to Presenting Sponsor Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc., Media Sponsor Clackamas Review and Site Sponsor Monarch Hotel & Conference Center.
 

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President's Message

David A. Kelly, President & CEO
  
    Awesome Opportunity        
 

The North Clackamas Chamber of Commerce puts on a number of events throughout the year, but rarely do we have a panel of local business owners as esteemed as the one that will present at next Wednesday's Forum Luncheon. Bob's Red Mill, Powell's Book Store, and Dave's Killer Bread are names we all know.  Wouldn't it be cool to gain some insight into the business planning and decisions of these companies? 

 

That is the opportunity you have right now. If you are a family owned business, this is a CAN'T MISS event.  For the rest of us who are simply interested in how successful businesses operate, next Wednesday's Forum Luncheon is an exciting opportunity to gain insights from these three local case studies.  Time is running out.  Register by this Friday!  

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Clackamas Women's Services Chambers co-host networking event

  

Join us for Business After Hours, a casual networking event, for Clackamas Women's Service, co-hosting with Oregon City Chamber of Commerce. It will be held on Thursday, October 18, from 5:30pm - 7:00pm in the Niemeyer Center Lobby at Clackamas Community College, 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, 97045. CWS is Clackamas County's only shelter for women & children escaping family violence, CWS has safely harbored over 7,000 women & children within the walls of their two shelters. Please join us at this Multi-Chamber After Hours Event for a little food, a little fun and a lot of great information.  
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Columbia State Bank Network in the evening 

  

Business After Hours at Columbia State Bank is a networking opportunity for all business owners and members of our community. It will be held on Wednesday, October 24 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. This is a no cost event as our gracious host, Columbia State Bank, is buying out the night! Come mingle, network and meet new business partners in your community. Hors d' ouvres and refreshments will be provided. Columbia State Bank is located at 10413 SE 82nd Ave, Portland 97086. 
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Directory Directory to be mailed to your business  

 

Watch your mail - you will soon be receiving the 2012-2013 Community Resource Guide and Business Directory! Each Chamber member will receive one copy, but if you would like more copies for your employees and co-workers - or to distribute to the community  - just let Your Chamber know by phone 503.654.7777 or email how many copies you would like to have delivered! 

 Day sponsor opportunities to leadership program still open 

  

Leadership Clackamas County is a 9-month program of interactive seminars, tours, and leadership challenges for its attendees. The program is designed to expand skills and awareness and to advance leaders in their business and community.

This is your opportunity to get in front of these
leaders, advertise your business and market your offerings and services.

 

Leadership Day Sponsorships - Class Days Available are:

Day 3 - December 12th "Defining Your Role as a Communicator"

Day 4 - January 9th "Defining Your Vision for Tomorrow's Workforce"

Day 6 - March 13th "Defining Your Influence on the Community"

Day 8 - May 1st "Defining Your Application of Leadership"

Day 9 - May 22nd "Defining Your Future as a Leader"

 

If you're interested in this opportunity - or want to learn more about other sponsorship opportunities - please contact Laura by email.

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New Hope Community Church Community invited to free health fair    

 

The 2012 Clackamas Community Health Fair will be taking place this Saturday October 20th from 10:00am -2:00pm at New Hope Community Church, 11731 SE Stevens Road,  Happy Valley 97086. Once again this year they will be raffling off $50 gift certificates from various businesses and providing free health screenings. Sponsors of the event are Providence Milwaukie Hospital, Northwest Primary Care, and New Hope Community Church.  

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Clackamas Community College "Gardens of Southern England" among the Fall Seasoned Adult Offerings 

A photo presentation featuring gardens in southern England is one of the offerings of the Fall 2012 Seasoned Adult Enrichment Program at Clackamas Community College. The Seasoned Adult Enrichment Program (SAEP) provides seniors in the county an educational experience designed and administered by "seasoned adults" in the community. All classes are held at the Harmony Community Campus, in room 191 of the Oregon Institute of Technology building, unless otherwise indicated. All sessions begin at 9:30am. Full article

Shred Event - keep your business safeKrispy Kreme - Clackamas 

 

Apprisen and Krispy Kreme will be holding a Shred Event on Saturday, October 20th at the Clackamas Promenade at 8800 SE Sunnyside Road in Clackamas from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Come shred your documents for free!

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New Century Players New Century Players fall show  

In this delightful comedy, THE CURIOUS SAVAGE by John Patrick, Mrs. Savage has been left ten million dollars by her husband and wants to make the best use of it, in spite of the efforts of her grown-up stepchildren to get their hands on it. These self-seeking stepchildren commit her to a sanatorium hoping to "bring her to her senses". Aided and abetted by the wonderful characters who also reside in this genteel, not-quite asylum, Mrs. Savage leads them on a merry chase, reminding all that the neglected virtues of kindness and affection have not been entirely lost. Directed by Todd Tschida, the performances will be held on November 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 at 7:30pm and on November 11 and 18 at 2:00pm at the  Rex Putnam Blackbox Theater, 4950 SE Roethe Road, Milwaukie, OR 97267. Tickets are available online. For more information, call 503-367-2620.  

Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center partners join in pledge to protect watershed 

Community partners gathered at the John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center (ELC) last week to pledge continued support to protect the health and sustainability of Oregon City's Newell Creek Watershed. Representatives from Clackamas Community College (CCC), the community and a variety of public agencies signed the Partners for Watershed Health Community Covenant.

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Secure your identity  

Better Business Bureau (BBB) sponsors free community event

 

On October. 20, Better Business Bureau, ECO Car Wash, ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions and Shred-it will be hosting Secure Your ID Day at 5020 SE 82nd Avenue in Portland from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Drive up to drop off three bags or boxes of unwanted documents and have them securely shredded on-the-spot for free. Shred-it cannot accept cardboard, three-ring binders or damp materials.
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Clackamas Women's Services Events planned for Domestic Violence Awareness Month  

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).  
Clackamas Women's Services has many events planned throughout the month including a Business After Hours hosted by your Chamber and the Oregon City Chamber. 
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Providence Health & Services Community forum - Autism: Transition to adulthood 
 
Swindells Resource Center is proud to provide educational opportunities in cooperation with the Autism Society of Oregon and Northwest Autism. On Saturday, October 20, from 10:00am - 3:00pm they will present a community forum at Providence Willamette Falls Community Center, 519 15th Street, Oregon City. Jonathon Chase will speak in the morning, with a panel discussion from noon to 1:00pm, followed by a resource fair. This workshop is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of the Juan Young Trust.

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Clackamas Community College November 2012 Clackamas Community College (CCC) calendar of events   

November 7, 14, 21, 28  Chrysalis: Women Writers

Local author Pat Lichen guides women writers of all levels through discussions of their work. 

November 8 Behind the Scenes of Fall Term Mainstage Production: "Barefoot in the Park"

Take a behind-the-scenes look at CCC's Winter Mainstage Production, "Barefoot in the Park."  

November 8-18 Theatre Arts Department Fall Term Mainstage Production: "Barefoot in the Park"

Performances are November 8 through 18, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. in the Osterman Theater. 

November 12 Veterans Day

The college will close in observation of the Veterans Day national holiday.

November 14 College Nights

The session provides information about choosing the right college, planning and paying for college, financial aid and scholarships.  

November 22-23 Thanksgiving Holiday

CCC will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
November 26
Auditions for Winter Term Mainstage Production

Members of the community are welcome to audition for the CCC winter theater production

Nov. 27-29 Fall Term Student Performance Showcase

Enjoy performances of student directed one-act plays, stand-up comedy and comedy Improv. 

November 30 Rhododendron Growers

Growers and researchers from around the Northwest will gather at CCC for a day-long program to discuss new research, new varieties, and culture of this genus.  

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Promoting the Community


City of Damascus Damascus meeting and events schedule

Click on the calendar to view the public meetings and events calendar for the City of Damascus covering the timeframe of October 15 - 31, 2012.             
City of Milwaukie Milwaukie events calendar

Click here for the upcoming events and meetings for the city of Milwaukie. Click here for Milwaukie area information. 
City of Happy Valley Happy Valley events calendar

Click here for the upcoming events and meetings for the city of Happy Valley. 
Clackamas River Water Clackamas County seeking candidates for Clackamas River Water District Board of Commissioners

Clackamas County is seeking candidates for interim appointments to fill potential vacancies on the Clackamas River Water District Board of Commissioners.  These interim Commissioners would serve until June 30, 2013, and would be eligible to run in the May 21 regular district election.
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District seeks citizen input

The Sandy Fire District Board of Directors has authorized a survey of the local community.  The purpose of the survey is to provide an opportunity for residents to share their opinions and expectations about the services and programs currently offered by the Fire District. Conducted by mail, the survey has been sent to approximately 5,000 randomly selected residents of the District.  Questions on the survey relate to recent experience with the District, prioritization of the District's services and programs, and general knowledge about the organization.  Residents who don't receive a mail survey can still participate.  Copies of the survey are available for pick up at the main fire station located at 17460 Bruns Avenue in Sandy during business hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday. You may call 503.668.8093 if you are unable to pick up a survey during business hours.
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Highway 213 Jughandle Project Grand Opening Celebration 

Join in the celebration of the completion of the Jughandle Project on Wednesday, October 24th! A reception and trolley tours will begin at 10:00am with the program beginning at 10:45am. Park at the End of Oregon Trail parking lot-1726 Washington Street, Oregon City, then board the Oregon City trolley for a short guided tour through the project improvements.The trolley will transport guests to the Grand Opening event site (under the tent at the Stein Oil 76 Gas Station).For more information visit the Jughandle Project online.
McLoughlin Area Committee Concepts - next steps 

The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners would like to thank those who attended the community meeting on September 12 to finalize the structure of a committee to elicit priorities and support to implement the McLoughlin Area community vision and plan.  They felt it was very rewarding to witness the agreement by all parties on the structure of the committee and the intent to move forward with the prioritization and implementation of the McLoughlin Area plan. Click for the meeting notes from the September 12 meeting.
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TriMet Real-time TransitTracker information for majority of MAX system back online 

TriMet has restored TransitTracker for the MAX system, providing real-time arrival information for most trains throughout the system the majority of the time. Real-time information for trains traveling between Oak/SW 1st Ave and Lloyd Center MAX station are still impacted.
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