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Local Goings Ons in Corbett

Corbett News

Corbett Children's Theater
"Annie" Absolutely Delightful!

A huge shout out for everyone involved with the Corbett Children's Theater most recent production, "Annie!". This was an incredibly well done performance and thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance! See an article in the Gresham Outlook for more details here. You can also visit the Corbett Children's Theater Web site by selecting here.

Corbett School Briefs

You can read more about the following and download a copy of the latest newsletter from the Corbett School District online. Go to www.corbett.k12.or.us. Click on the words “District Office and Links” in the left-hand column, then click on “District Newsletter”.

Kindergarten Round-Up

The Kindergarten Round-Up will be held on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. If possible, only kindergarten students and parents should attend. Things may get confusing with siblings in tow. Parents will need to bring a birth certificate, immunization records, and alternate emergency contact information when filling out the registration form. For more information please contact the Corbett Grade School at 503-695-3636.

Corbett's Academic Decathlon Team repeated as State Champions.

Their team-high 38,219 points out-distanced second-place Riverdale by over 7,700 points. Seniors Lara Dunton and Tyler Jones, along with junior Jacy Clare, earned gold medals for the top scores in their respective categories.

Corbett Wrestling makes news

Corbett's Wrestling Team had its best showing in 20 years, finishing 14th overall with four wrestlers placing at the State Tournament.

Local Resources

Deputy Joe "Rocky" Graziano is our Corbett Community Resource Officer. Select here to learn more about Deputy Joe, including links to his monthly reports and crime logs posted to our corbettoregon.com forum.

Green Hornet

Check out the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Newsletter, "THE GREEN HORNET" Select here to see the recent version that is online.

Other Local Bits

Don't forget to check out the great wildlife shots from the "McGinnis Animal Cam" in Corbett, you can check it out here.

Columbia Grange #267 – News

When you drive by Grange Hall Rd. be sure to notice the many improvements including new siding, paint, entrance stairs, side patio, wheelchair access, fire pit, and gardens. Ongoing projects continue to improve this Corbett community landmark and resource. You can rent the Grange Hall for private functions, use the hall for community groups (like the Scouts ), take part in Grange programs like the Gorge Helping Hands Food Salvage Program (available to residents living east of the Sandy River) and borrow medical items from the Grange Medical Equipment Loan Program. There are volunteer oopportunities available too. Join us! Web Site here.

Information: (Grange Hall) 503-695- 6674
Rentals: (Jeri Yoder) 503-695-5783
Medical Equipment: 503-695-6674
Gentle Yoga and Pilates - all levels:
503-695-2175 / 503-922-0697

Many of the below events are posted on our Corbettoregon.com forum. If you would like to add something to these occasional e-newlsetters, please post your information on our forum and it will be added here too!

April 16, 2009
Spring Yard Sale to Benefit the Springdale School

It's that time again for our annual Fundraiser Yard Sale, Saturday, April 18th. Proceeds of which will go towards the purchase of the School for your Community Center!

We are still excepting donations, thru April 16th so if you are inspired to "clean out" we will gladly pick up or feel free to drop off, please call first: Bev, 503-695-3552, or Cherise 503-318-5179 ... You can also view and download our flier on the Corbettoregon.com forum.

Special Note: Springdale School is also working on establishing regular recycle days, for harder to recycle items for our Corbett and Troutdale folks....stay tuned.....we have great plans in store for our community.

Hope to see you at the sale and THANK YOU for those who have already donated, it is soooo appreciated! Visit our web site to find out more... www.springdalecommunitycenter.org

- Cherise Miller

April 25, 2009
Columbian Garden Club Annual Plant Sale

Satuday April 25th from 9 am to 3 pm. Door prizes and carry out service available. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the scholarship fund at the Corbett High School...

Bring your used plastic Garden pots for recycling too! Learn more about the Columbian Garden Club or get involved! Select here to visit our web site.

April 29, 2009
School Budget Committee Meeting

May 3, 2009
Wine Bus Trip!

Sunday, May 3rd - Corbett Country Market is hosting a Wine Bus Trip to Eola Hills Winery. Includes champagne and orange juice, a fabulous brunch at the winery (includes two glasses of wine) and a whole lot of fun! The price will be 2 people for $110 OR $60 each. This includes the bus trip, the refreshments on the way down, all you can eat gourmet brunch with 2 glasses wine or champagne, prizes, tour of winery and lots of fun!

Call 503-695-2234 and let us know you want to go, space is limited so reserve your place now. Sunday, May 3rd -- the weekend before Mother's Day - what a nice pre Mother's Day present!

- Susan Leigh

May 16-17, 2009
Columbia Gorge Art Festival

MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the 11th Annual Art Festival May 16-17, 2009 at the Corbett Grade School

The Corbett Education Foundation will host its 11th annual Columbia Gorge Art Festival the third weekend in May 16-17, 2009. We invite everyone to stop by and take in the art, food, and entertainment. Artists and Craftspeople offer all types of items from paintings to sculptures, soaps to jewelry - and much more. We still have room for a few more Artists and Craftspeople, so give us a call or email if you are interested in being part of our fine event.

This yearly festival provides our operating funds for raising scholarship money for Corbett youth continuing their education, thereby allowing Corbett Education Foundation to pass along 100% of all scholarship donations received from community individuals, families, and businesses to the students.

Each year, we attract folks from all around the Portland Metro area who venture out to Corbett to see what our talented artists have to offer. If you are someone who loves art, we have watercolor and oil paintings, glass art, wood sculpture, ceramic and fabric art, jewelry, and so much more. Stop by for our 10th Show and join the thousands of people who grace our town during the Art Festival in support of the artisans and volunteers.

Please join us and see for yourself. Come out and grab a hamburger or coffee and pastry from our food booth. We'll take care of you while you are in our lovely community of Corbett.

Help us celebrate 11 years of Success for the Corbett Students! You can visit our web site here.

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