Here’s what’s happening around Silverton this week: March 6 - 13
March Forum Lunch
Friday, March 9th 11:45 to 1:00 – Chamber Forum Lunch is in the conference area above the Family Birthing Wing at Silverton Health (Hospital). Thank you to our March Forum Lunch sponsor Silver Creek Animal Clinic. Speakers for the event will be the Marion County Commissioners - Sam Brentano, Patti Milne and Janet Carlson, with an overview of the upcoming budget year and the impacts in our community. Cost for lunch is $10 and is open to the public, however, you MUST RSVP to the Chamber at (503) 873-5615 before Wednesday, March 7th to reserve your seat.
Joint Silverton /Mt. Angel After Hours
Monday, March 12, 5:30 to 7:00 pm – The Silverton & Mt. Angel Chambers are getting together for a joint After Hours at the former Grant Company office in Mt. Angel. The office is located on the corner of Hwy 214 and Garfield Street. (Our normal After Hours falls during spring break in March, hence the date change.)
Live Music and Happy Hour Daily in the Fireside Lounge at the Oregon Garden Resort.
Happy Hour specials 3-6pm daily, and live music Sunday-Thursday: 7-10 p.m., Friday & Saturday: 8-11p.m.
Howard Hinsdale Wine Bar
Wednesday, March 7 – Movie Night “Road to Morocco” with Bing Crosby & Bob Hope 6:30 pm
Thursday, March 8 – Trio of Reds Wine & Food Pairing 6:30 pm
Coming Soon – Troy Thirdgill for a “Clean” Night of Comedy, Watch Here for Details!
“Reflections” and “Signs of Spring” at Lunaria Gallery
Lunaria Gallery will feature the oil and pastel painting of artist Jane Castelan Buccola during the month of March. The exhibit, entitled “Reflections,” will focus on the colors and shapes created by sunlight as it dances on water and strikes physical objects in its path. Also, Boutique Romantique continues this month with “Signs of Spring”.
Galaxy of Goats show at the Borland Gallery
Regular gallery hours Saturdays and Sundays 12:00-4:00 - Silver Creek Animal Sanctuary and the Silverton Arts Association are honored to host “A Galaxy of Goats” for the month of March, in the Borland Gallery.
Insect-O-Rama!
Bring the kids out to the Junior Gardener’s Club at The Oregon Garden on Saturday, March 10 at 10am to see 35 different insects and learn how they are each beneficial. Kids will see pollinators, predators, parasitoids and more! Then they will make their own bug box to take home. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and activities designed for children ages 5 – 10. Kids can become a member for $50 annually, and drop-in rates are admission + $5 for each child. http://oregongarden.org/juniorgardener.html#activities
Car Seat Check Up Clinic
Thursday March 15, 1-4:30 pm at Woodburn Fire District Main Station, 1776 Newberg Highway Woodburn
Creekside Grill Hosts Dan Balmer & Go By Train
Friday, March 16th 7:30 pm Creekside Grill hosts Dan Balmer & Go By Train, part of the Silverton Wine & Jazz Festival series in the hall outside the Grotto Martini Bar. Dan combines marvelous guitar technique with vibrant imagination! Go By Train includes Silverton's own Micah Kassell and George Mitchell, Diana Ross's former 1st pianist for two decades. Hurry, space is limited! Tickets are $15 available at TicketsOregon.com or at Creekside Grill 503-873-9700 Like us on Facebook! For more information about the series, visit www.silvertonwineandjazz.com
46th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast
Saturday, March 17 8-10 am at the Oregon Garden Resort – The featured speaker is CH (LTC) Scott Delbridge – Chaplain, Oregon Army National Guard. Scott works full time with soldiers and families of deploying and returning soldiers from combat. There will also be music. Tickets are $15 in advance or $17 at the door. Tickets are on sale at Edward Jones Investments (313 N. Water St.), Citizens Bank, West Coast Bank, and Willamette Valley Bank.
Here’s What’s Happening at Silverton Arts Association…
Drawing With Moises - Wednesdays March 7 - April 11 1:00-3:00
All basic drawing techniques, media and procedures will be explored at the student's individual level of experience. Specific individual challenges for experienced students, individualized instruction for beginners. Instructor is open to evening hours if students are unavailable during the daytime class. For more information, call (503) 873-2480 or email info@silvertonarts.org. Cost: $65 members/$75 nonmembers
Spring Break Workshops for Kids
All spring break workshops cost $15 for SAA members or $20 for nonmembers and pre-registration is required. Call (503) 873-2480, email info@silvertonarts.org or visit our website to sign up today
Playing in the Mud - Monday March 26th 10:00-12:00
Get your hands dirty with potter Jason Laney of Samhain Pottery! You’ll learn the tips and techniques, then use the skills to make projects of your choosing. The only limit is your imagination! Finished projects will be fired and glazed to last a lifetime. For kids aged 5-12.
Multicultural Folk Art - Monday March 26th 2:00-4:00
Make masks and more in this inviting workshop celebrating the folk art of different cultures! For kids ages 5-12.
Jurassic Art - Tuesday March 27th 10:00-11:00
Amber, fossils, and dinosaur skeletons, you’ll learn about all these and have some good messy fun making one-of-a-kind art. For kids ages 3-7.
T-Shirts Transformed - Tuesday March 27th 2:00-4:00
Tie-dye, weaving, shredding, knitting, did you know there are hundred of uses for that too-small, too-tight, stained, ripped, or just not-your-favorite t-shirt? Margaret Jones of Sustainable Clothing Company will show you some different no-sew techniques and help you make that old t-shirt into something creative and new! For kids aged 6-12.
Weed Walk Lotions and Potions - Wednesday March 28th 10:00-12:00
What kind of useful plants will we find in the park? Randi Embree will show us how to identify them and use them to make a salve. For kids aged 6-12.
Start with Art - Thursday March 29th, 10:00-11:00
While all kids seem to instinctively know how to use art to communicate, learning about color, line, pattern and texture make a huge difference in the way they view and create art later in life. Join Margaret Jones, teacher at The Park House Preschool for this fun and inviting first start with art. For kids aged 3-6.
Draw like Da Vinci - Friday March 30th 10:00-12:00
Did you know that your armspan is equal to your height? Graphic artist Elyse McGowan will lead this boot camp in the correct way to draw faces and figures using Da Vinci’s studies in proportion in this investigative workshop for curious kids aged 7-12.
Art in 3D - Friday March 30th 2:00-4:00
We’ll use paper mache, clay and other mediums to mold one-of-a-kind sculptures in this fun workshop for creative kids aged 6-12. And you get to leave the mess with us!
Ladies Night Out Tickets on Sale Now
Come one, come all (ladies 21 and over) to “Under the Big Top” the 7th Annual Ladies Night Out extravaganza Friday, April 13, 7 – 10 pm at the Oregon Garden Pavilion. You’ll be dazzled and amazed at our circus theme with food, beverages, shopping and entertainment for your pleasure. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. A VIP Parking Pass for the lower level parking lot is available for $10. Tickets and parking passes may be purchased at the Silverton Chamber of Commerce, Willamette Valley Bank, Anytime Fitness, and Silverton Beverage.
Brewfest Tickets are now on sale!
Buy your tickets in advance and receive a special entry line and more tasting tickets. The 8th annual Brewfest is April 27-28, at The Oregon Garden, and features 40+ breweries pouring more than 80 beers, 16 live bands including Blitzen Trapper, Ty Curtis and Jamalia, as well as locals Ben Rue and Tiffany Kuenzi. There will also be tasting lessons, fun games and great food. oregongarden.org
Be Sure to Check Out Chamber Member Hot Deals
Thank you Silverton Chamber of Commerce for all you do for Silverton!
Here’s what’s happening around Silverton this week: February 28 – March 6
Silverton Business Group
The group meets every Wednesday morning from 8 to 9 am at Silverton Inn & Suites. February leaders are Bonnie Lester & Hannah Lambert from Whimsy etc. Boutique. This week’s speaker is Dixon Bledsoe, Silverton Area Community Aid.
Go Foxes Basketball!
Silverton High School’s Boys’ Basketball team is hosting Marshfield High School for the playoffs this Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Please note the earlier playing time.
March Forum Lunch
Friday, March 9th 11:45 to 1:00 – Chamber Forum Lunch is in the conference area above the Family Birthing Wing at Silverton Health (Hospital). Speakers for the March event will be the Marion County Commissioners - Sam Brentano, Patti Milne and Janet Carlson, with an overview of the upcoming budget year and the impacts in our community. Cost for lunch is $10 and is open to the public, however, you MUST RSVP to the Chamber at (503) 873-5615 before Wednesday, March 7th to reserve your seat.
Live Music and Happy Hour Daily in the Fireside Lounge at the Oregon Garden Resort.
Happy Hour specials 3-6pm daily, and live music Sunday-Thursday: 7-10 p.m., Friday & Saturday: 8-11p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 28th: Warren Floyd
Wednesday, Feb 29th: Captain Banks - Open Mic
Thursday, March 1st: Ron Hughes
Friday, March 2nd: Amy Keys
Saturday, March 3rd: Gary Buford
Sunday, March 4th: Gene Johnson
Monday, March 5th: Tracy Reynolds
Marion County Residents stay overnight for only $20!
Live down the street, but have never stayed at the Oregon Garden Resort? If you live in Marion County, visit the Oregon Garden Resort and purchase two dinner entrees, and you'll receive a guest room that night for only $20! Price valid Sunday-Thursday, $50 room available w/ purchase of two dinner entrees Friday-Saturday. Offer expires March 31, 2012.
Howard Hinsdale Wine Bar
Wednesday, February 29 – Movie Night “10” with Dudley Moore 6:30 pm
Thursday, March 1 –Trio of Merlots Wine & Food Pairing 6:30 pm
Friday, March 2 – Join us this evening for fantastic food specials, wine flights and of course…the Musical Stylings of Nick Ignelzi 7:00 pm
New Expanded First Friday Fun!
First Friday, March 2 - Begin at Roth’s Market with food sampling and wine tasting 3:00 – 6:00 pm, then join us for a fun-filled evening in downtown Silverton from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Live entertainment, refreshments and hidden prizes around every corner! Fun Venues open late for your shopping and dining pleasure. Lists of First Friday participants may be found in downtown businesses and at Roth’s on March 2.
It’s a scavenger hunt! Find a green bow tie hidden within the displays of our participating merchants…turn it in at their register to receive your voucher. Proceed to the location listed on your voucher to redeem your prize. There are 163 hidden bow ties in over 30 stores!!
Live Music is back for First Friday at Creekside!
The Shamrock Trio consists of locals Eadie Anelli, Stephen Landolt & Brad Johnson kicking out some great Irish tunes using a bunch of different instruments. So, get ready to do some toe tappin' from 6:30-8:45 Friday, March 2nd in the Commons Hall outside Creekside Grill's Grotto Martini Bar. They will also be introducing a new beer on tap from Gilgamesh Brewing - MAMBA! Definitely something you must try. 503-873-9700 www.CreeksideSilverton.com. Like us on Facebook!
“Reflections” and “Signs of Spring” First Friday at Lunaria Gallery
March 2, 7-9 pm Lunaria Gallery will feature the oil and pastel painting of artist Jane Castelan Buccola during the month of March. The exhibit, entitled “Reflections,” will focus on the colors and shapes created by sunlight as it dances on water and strikes physical objects in its path. Also, Boutique Romantique continues this month with “Signs of Spring”.
Here’s What’s Happening at the Silverton Arts Association:
The Park House Preschool opens March 5th!
The Park House Preschool is currently accepting applications for the partial year, which runs March 5th through June 14, and for the 2012-2013 school year. A high-quality preschool program, The Park House Preschool is Reggio-inspired, arts-driven, and community-minded. Conveniently located in beautiful Coolidge-McClaine Park, The Park House Preschool offers 2-, 3-, or 4-day/week options ranging from $180-$290 per month. Find more information on our website www.silvertonarts.org, or by emailing education@silvertonarts.org
Lunch and Learn - Art of Business, Business of Art
Friday March 2nd 12:00-12:30 - Bring your lunch and join local artists and business people for this series of discussions focusing on art for use in business applications like logos, brochures, and promotional literature, and turning your art into a business with the effective use of websites, marketing and social media. Featured speakers include Jennifer Rosa of Earthehosting and graphic artist Elyse McGowan. Cost: $5 for SAA members/$10 for nonmembers
Galaxy of Goats show opens at the Borland Gallery!
Opening Reception Friday March 2nd 6:00-9:00, regular gallery hours Saturdays and Sundays 12:00-4:00 - Silver Creek Animal Sanctuary and the Silverton Arts Association are honored to host “A Galaxy of Goats” for the month of March, in the Borland Gallery. By featuring the real and beautiful faces of the unique creatures, SCAS cares for at their wonderful facility, they are happy to share the serene, hilarious, sacred and healing presence of these animals, to enrich our community! There will be so much to see and feel it will make you look at goats in a whole new light. All are welcome to come and support the animals and art in your own backyard! Everyone come see Jazzy & Jethro, the pygmy goats! They will be accepting visitors Friday night 6:00 ~ 8:00 and Saturday 3/3 & Sunday 3/4 in the afternoon from 1:00-3:00!
March Studio Sampler Weekend
Follow up the First Friday celebration with three great workshops for one art-full weekend! Take one or two workshops for just $30 each, or all three for only $75! Registration is required, so call 873-2480, email info@silvertonarts.org or visit our website www.silvertonarts.org to sign up today!
The Art of Seeing
Saturday March 3rd 10:00-12:30 - This class is designed for adults who want to get more out of their cameras and gain a real understanding of photography. You will learn the technical basics in simple, easy-to-understand terms as well as an overview of exposure and composition. The class will also delve into the art of photography, a brief history and learn the difference between snapshots and photographs. Barry Shapiro has been involved with photography for over 40 years. He has exhibited in Portland, Salem, Silverton and Springfield, Oregon, including group photography exhibits at the Silverton Art Association's Borland Gallery. Please come prepared to class with your digital camera and memory card.
Fun and Functional Handbuilding
Saturday March 3rd 2:00-4:30 - Get your hands dirty! Jason Laney of Samhain Pottery encourages students to make anything they want in this fun workshop. The only limit is your imagination! Participants can create handbuilt cups, bowls, and plates suitable for giving, and choose from 5 different glazes to make your work food-safe, microwaveable, and dishwasher-safe.
Oil Pastels with Ann Altman
Sunday March 4th 1:00-3:30 - For beginners and experienced artists alike, this class will be a joyous exploration in the use of color. Exercises will highlight how one can manipulate colors for maximum artistic effect. Students will use oil pastels while learning principles of color which can be applied with any medium.
Insect-O-Rama!
Bring the kids out to the Junior Gardener’s Club at The Oregon Garden on March 10 at 10am to see 35 different insects and learn how they are each beneficial. Kids will see pollinators, predators, parasitoids and more! Then they will make their own bug box to take home. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and activities designed for children ages 5 – 10. Kids can become a member for $50 annually, and drop-in rates are admission + $5 for each child. http://oregongarden.org/juniorgardener.html#activities
46th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast
Saturday, March 17 8-10 am at the Oregon Garden Resort – The featured speaker is CH (LTC) Scott Delbridge – Chaplain, Oregon Army National Guard. Scott works full time with soldiers and families of deploying and returning soldiers from combat. There will also be music. Tickets are $15 in advance or $17 at the door. Tickets are on sale at Edward Jones Investments (313 N. Water St.), Citizens Bank, West Coast Bank, and Willamette Valley Bank.
Ladies Night Out Tickets on Sale Now
Come one, come all (ladies) to “Under the Big Top” the 7th Annual Ladies Night Out extravaganza Friday, April 13, 7 – 10 pm at the Oregon Garden Pavilion. You’ll be dazzled and amazed at our circus theme with food, beverages, shopping and entertainment for your pleasure. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. A VIP Parking Pass for the lower level parking lot is available for $10. Tickets and parking passes may be purchased at the Silverton Chamber of Commerce, Willamette Valley Bank, Anytime Fitness, and Silverton Beverage.
Brewfest Tickets are now on sale!
Buy your tickets in advance and receive a special entry line and more tasting tickets. The 8th annual Brewfest is April 27-28, at The Oregon Garden, and features 40+ breweries pouring more than 80 beers, 16 live bands including Blitzen Trapper, Ty Curtis and Jamalia, as well as locals Ben Rue and Tiffany Kuenzi. There will also be tasting lessons, fun games and great food. oregongarden.org
Be sure to check out Chamber Member Hot Deals
Thank you Silverton Chamber for all you do to promote Silverton!
A really bad poem about the week ahead in Silverton... (Apologies for the cussing - it's all in good fun.)
From live music and dining to cooking & photography classes.
Look for an opportunity to volunteer and get off our a**es.
Create some art or have a hand crafted beer,
Take a trip to Silverton and you'll be grinning, from ear to ear.
Here’s what’s happening around Silverton this week: February 7 – 14
Silverton Business Group
The group meets every Wednesday morning from 8 to 9 am at Silverton Inn & Suites. February leaders are Bonnie Lester & Hannah Lambert from Whimsy etc. Boutique. Bonnie & Hannah will have a mystery speaker on February 8.
February Forum Lunch
Friday, February 10, 11:45 – 1:00 – Join the Chamber for our annual Presidents Luncheon as we honor Past Presidents of the Silverton Chamber of Commerce. Our speaker this month is Representative Vic Gilliam. Lunch takes place in the Silverton Hospital conference room above the Birth Center. Cost is $10, with a reservation by Wednesday, February 8. Please make your reservation so we will have an accurate count for lunch.
Silverton’s 41st Annual First Citizen Banquet “We Treasure Our Volunteers”
Silverton’s First Citizen Banquet is set for Saturday, February 11 starting at 5:30 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased at the Silverton Chamber of Commerce, 426 S. Water Street. Tickets are available now. Tickets may also be purchased by phone with a credit card (503-873-5615) and picked up at will-call at the event. We must give the Oregon Garden a count on Wednesday, February 8 so would appreciate your purchases by then. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Reservations may be made for tables of 8. If necessary a table may be set for 9 or 10, however, this creates a very crowded situation and MUST be arranged prior to the event. Please be aware that we are unable to accommodate changes in table settings the night of the event.
It's Homer Davenport Time Folks!
The preparations have begun for our 2012 festival and you better believe, it's going to be the best yet! There are numerous volunteers who spend tons of hours throughout the year making this festival one of the best in the Willamette Valley. To them we offer great thanks! If you volunteered last year and are sticking with it again in 2012, you are one of the best!
The 2012 Homer Davenport Community Festival is currently seeking two of the most important things to every great festival, volunteers and sponsorships! Without them, we could not move forward! If you are interested in volunteering we have a spot for you! If you are interested in offering a sponsorship or donation, or would like to volunteer to help gather sponsorships, please let us know asap! carlsonssix@hotmail.com
Howard Hinsdale Wine Bar
Wednesday, February 8 – Movie Night “Airplane” 7 pm
Thursday, February 9 – Oregon Pinot Noir Wine & Food Pairing 6:30 pm
Join us Tuesday nights for our “All In” jam sessions 7-9 pm, sometimes on Saturdays as well!
Tuesday, February 14, Valentine’s Day – Enjoy the smooth sounds of Joanna Rios of Blue Gardenia 7 pm and of course, some outstanding menu specials.
Live Music and Happy Hour daily in the Fireside Lounge at the Oregon Garden Resort.
Happy Hour specials 3-6 pm daily, and live music Sunday-Thursday: 7-10 pm, Friday & Saturday: 8-11 pm
Wednesday, Feb 8th: Tracy Reynolds
Thursday, Feb 9th: Billy & the Rockets
Friday, Feb 10th: Billy & the Rockets
Saturday, Feb 11th: The Bluesinator
Sunday, Feb 12th: Bill Hughes
Monday, Feb 13th: Robert Richter
MillTown Pub:
Antique quilts on display for the next week
Every Wednesday 7pm Open Mic - Bring your talent and your 15 minutes of fame - comedy, music, poetry
Enjoy Date Night any Monday through Thursday with a $30 dinner for two, including wine. Consider us for your Valentine date!
Stop By Lunaria Gallery for Your Valentine
"Red Hot Art" and "Boutique Romantique" - Get in the mood with "Red Hot Art". For February, Lunaria is showing artwork by member artists featuring the color red. Also, this month for Valentine’s Day, the upstairs gallery will offer an array of romantic art, gifts and cards in our "Boutique Romantque".
Lunch and Learn – Art of Business, Business of Art
Friday February 10, 12:00-12:30 - Bring your lunch and join local artists and business people for this series of discussions focusing on art for use in business applications like logos, brochures, and promotional literature, and turning your art into a business with the use of websites, marketing and social media. Featured speakers include Jennifer Rosa of Earthehosting web services and graphic artist Elyse McGowan. Cost: $5 for SAA members/$10 for nonmembers
Illustration and Design
Tuesdays February 14 – March 20 4:00-5:30pm - Don’t miss this brand new class for kids aged 9-13 with graphic artist Elyse McGowan. Learn how to design a book or CD cover, or illustrate popular stories. Instructor Elyse McGowan will cover various illustration techniques like stippling and paper tearing with an emphasis on drawing style vs just drawing. Join us for this new and exciting class for creative young artists. Registration required - Call 503-873-2480, email info@silvertonarts.org, or visit our website www.silvertonarts.org Cost: $60 for SAA members/$75 for nonmembers
The Park House Preschool Open House
Friday February 17th 3:00-5:00 317 Coolidge St in Silverton’s Coolidge-McClaine Park -
Silverton Arts Association is proud to announce the opening of The Park House Preschool! Join us for an Open House to meet teacher Margaret Jones, check out the newly transformed classroom, enjoy refreshments and activities, and learn about the Reggio curriculum model. The Park House Preschool opens March 5th, and is currently accepting applications for the March 5-June 14, 2012 partial year and for the 2012-2013 school year. Hope to see you there!
March Studio Sampler Weekend – Take one or two workshops for only $30 each, or all three for just $75!
The Art of Seeing with Barry Shapiro
Saturday March 3rd 10:00-12:30 - For beginning photographers, artists who want to improve their skills, or those who have a camera and need tips on taking better pictures, this is the workshop for you! Bring your camera and join local photographer Barry Shapiro for this fun and useful workshop.
Fun and Functional Clay with Jason Laney
Saturday March 3rd 2:00-4:30 - Get your hands dirty! Jason Laney of Samhain Pottery encourages students of all abilities to make anything they want in this fun workshop. The only limit is your imagination! Participants can create hand built cups, bowls, and plates suitable for giving, and choose from 5 different glazes to make your work food-safe, microwaveable, and dishwasher-safe.
Oil Pastels with Ann Altman
Sunday March 4th 1:00-3:30 - For beginners and seasoned artists alike, this workshop is a joyous exploration of color. Exercises will highlight how one can manipulate colors for maximum artistic effect. Students will use oil pastels while learning principles of color which can be applied with any medium.
Vitis Ridge
February 11 and 12 - Complimentary Wine Tasting, bring your sweetie! We're continuing to produce award winning wines and being recognized- The 2010 Marechal Foch took GOLD at the Portland Seafood and Wine Festival. Happy Valentine's Day to us!
Seven Brides Tap Room
Saturday, February 11th - Join us in the brewery as local favorite Ben Rue plays once again. Opening band starts at 7pm, so get here early, grab a bite and then head out to the brewery for a few hours of great music and great beer!
Tuesday, February 14th -Valentine's Day Dinner - Grab that special someone or a group of friends for a lovely dinner on the 14th. Three course meal featuring a Valentine's favorite... chocolate! Each course showcases chocolate in a delicious and unique way. Reservations required and are going quickly, so please call 503-874-4677 or e-mail kayla@sevenbridesbrewing.com to request a reservation. Cost is $70 for couples and $35 for individuals, and includes the three course meal for each person and choice of a glass of beer or wine.
Mac's Place:
Sat Feb 11th - National award winning artist Curtis Salgado! Tickets are available now at Mac's Place for $10. www.woodennickel.com, www.curtissalgado.com
Learn to cook with fresh herbs at the Garden.
On February 11th, at 1 p.m. at The Oregon Garden, Kris Wetherbee will demonstrate techniques on Herbaceous Cooking. Come discover the magic of culinary herbs as Kris Wetherbee imparts her passion and knowledge on using herbs from garden to table. Wetherbee will share her top tips for growing herbs along with how to store fresh herbs and prepare them for cooking. Then taste for yourself the difference fresh herbs can make as she prepares and shares a recipe or two. Tickets are $15, free for Garden members. http://oregongardenuniversity.blogspot.com/
Kids learn Origami at the Garden!
Saturday, Feb. 11th at 10am, origami instructor Yuki will bring her origami paper and expertise to The Oregon Garden. Yuki will share her knowledge of the history of origami and will teach Junior Gardener's Club members how to make wonderful creations from a single sheet of paper! http://oregongardenjuniorgardeners.blogspot.com/
Valentine’s Day Gifts at The Chocolate Box.
We are pleased to let you know that for the first time, The Chocolate Box will be featuring fresh large hand dipped chocolate with white chocolate drizzle covered strawberries for Valentine’s week. We will be featuring them in gift boxes and/or by the piece. But as strawberries are so fragile and must be eaten soon after purchase, we are taking orders and will have them available for pick up at The Chocolate Box on Monday and Tuesday, February 12 and 13, only. All orders must be placed by telephone, email and/or in person no later than February 7 so that we can make sure that we purchase sufficient amounts to accommodate your needs. Each strawberry will be $2.00 /per strawberry or $24 per dozen. Please call us at (503) 873-3225 or email at info@silvertonchocolateboxshop.com. Minimum order of 4 per customer. We may have extra for sale by the piece once we know the final count by Feb. 7. 202 N. Water Street, www.silvertonchocolateboxshop.com
Romance, Dinner & All That Jazz
Tuesday, February 14 5:30 – 8:30 Creekside Grill in Silverton offers sweethearts a romantic four course dinner and an unforgettable performance by Bre Gregg and Mark Simon!
"Bre Gregg sweetly sizzles with her expert and soulful vocals." Bre combines her passion and years of classical training to a Bluesy Jazz style that showcases her beautiful, expressive and versatile voice. Mark Simon couples jazz experience with a myriad of jazz influences to create a style of playing and writing that offers a mature outlook while pushing his work out to the edge. Together, this duo is electric, bringing a deeply authentic and powerful sound to audiences.
Cost: $75 per couple includes: romantic four course dinner featuring choice of filet mignon, salmon, pasta primavera and more delicious dishes with complimentary champagne drink options & incredible live music entertainment.
The Silver Grille
We will be reopening for normal business hours on February 8th. In addition, we are offering a special Valentine's Day menu. We will be open Tuesday, February 14th and will be serving this specially prepared menu. We will however have limited selections available the rest of the week as a special menu because we realize that not everyone can get out for a mid-week romantic dinner. For our menu check out www.silvergrille.com, and click on events.
Chamber After Hours
Thursday, February 23, 5:30 to 7 pm – After Hours will be hosted by Whimsy etc. Boutique, 207 E. Main Street. Join Bonnie & Hannah for an evening of fun in their unique boutique!
Come Attend a Photo Workshop Weekend!
April 20-22 – Silver Falls Weekend for Photographers at Silver Falls Conference Center in Silver Falls State Park
Enjoy a weekend in Oregon’s most popular rainforest and improve your photography!
• Personalize your workshop with topics from: night & low light photography, workflow with Adobe Lightroom, using hot-shoe flash, close-up photography, and skills to move beyond Auto mode.
• Photograph moss-covered trees, waterfalls, and spring colors in the park.
• Outdoor photo sessions combined with classroom instruction ensure greater understanding of techniques to improve your close-up and landscape photography.
• The workshop is suitable for beginning or intermediate photographers with all types of cameras. Multiple instructors assure one-on-one instruction.
For more info: www.meljanellphotography.com
Electronic Billboards – 5 Locations in Salem
Put your business on 5 – 10 ft x 20 ft electronic billboards for only $300 per month, normally $1400 per month. Your ad shows every 5 minutes or less. One location per week – 5 locations overall. You could change your ad weekly if wanted. For more information on how to get your business out there – contact Ryan Kackley at 503-999-7685 or Oregon Marketing Group.com or
OregonMarketingGroup@gmail.com .
Thank you Silverton Chamber of Commerce for the love of Silverton...
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Check out this ActiveRain blog by Steve Cantor about using Pinterest for your real estate business.
5 Pinterest Don'ts
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Want to learn more? Here is a very comprehensive article about Pinterest by Kerri Jones. Everything you Need to Know About Pinterest
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Mid-Willamette Valley, Oregon ~ If you require communication and accuracy and a group of title and escrow individuals who are having fun every day, you need to head for AmeriTitle!
AmeriTitle
Experts in title and escrow services
For more than 25 years, Real Estate Professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest have recognized AmeriTitle as a trusted resource for title and escrow services. While we are experienced in all aspects of title insurance, many look to us for our additional expertise in recreational, resort and wind power generation properties. With an ever-growing number of offices throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho, we take great pride in maintaining the highest level of professionalism while nurturing longstanding relationships and strong community ties.
Our growth is firmly rooted in a service ethic.
While much about our company has evolved since our beginning in 1985, one essential element has endured the test of time: our service ethic. Trust is integral to the work we do; it begins with a meticulous examination of records and impartial escrow closing and long-term collection services and extends to many calculations, documents, reports, and payments entrusted to our care. As simple as it may sound, providing superior service with respect for both our customers and our employees has been integral to our enduring success; we honor it daily, in principle and in practice.
I've been in sales and marketing for 19 years. Building solid business relationships with people is something I'm passionate about. I've been rewarded in this business with an incredible network of people who I genuinely care about. My focus is to help our clients save time, save money and save their sanity! Providing tools to our clients that help them provide high levels of service to their clients is such an enjoyable part of my job.
I am blessed to be part of the most highly trained title and escrow staff in the valley. Serving my internal staff brings me joy and makes my day fun.
I am dedicated to the communities where I work. I have the great fortune of traveling our beautiful Mid-Willamette Valley. I am a member of the Silverton, Stayton and Woodburn Chamber's of Commerce. I'm also an active affiliate member of the North Willamette Association of REALTORS.
I am a firm believer in nurturing ourselves so that we are energized to serve our clients. We work in a challenging industry so it's important to de-stress from time to time.
I have been married to the most grounding, wonderful man for 19 years and we have two beautiful children. We live on a farm-ette outside of Silverton where we have 2 messy orchards, a wonderful garden, chickens and a penchant for constant, hard work to keep up with it all.
I enjoy escaping to our Oregon coast, hiking, biking, reading & writing. I love my family and my work and that my days are filled with new challenges and a lot of laughter.
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