Classes and Community Events
Selected community events taking
place at Overlook House, Overlook Park and in the Overlook neighborhood.
For more information please contact Carol Padden, Program Director,
at 503-823-3188 or email her at coor...@historicoverlookhouse.org
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Upcoming Events:
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Edward Gorey Garden Party
A Garden Party to be held at the Historic
Overlook House in North Portland on June 14th! Come for
costumes, dancing (inside), victorian games, afternoon
libations and photographic services!
Music on wax provided by DJ Apocalypse and
DJ Curiatrix! Live Performers being lined up!
This is a fundraising event for the latest
film from OverThought Productions and Late Bloomer Productions,
"Widow's Walk Lake". It is a storybook narrative
set in the 1930s that follows a young man as he goes off
to war leaving his wife behind. Inspired by the atmospheric
children's novels by John Bellairs and illustrated by
Edward Gorey, the story takes a turn for the macabre when
the young man does not return--all in one piece. A tragic
mistake followed by a fatal decision leads to a spooky
tale of loneliness and despair, told best on a dark and
stormy night. For more information and prices visit:
http://www.myspace.com/edwardgoreygardenparty
Date: June 14th 2009
Time: 4:00 to 8:00 pm
Location: The Overlook House
Interested in learning about Buddhism? - Free
Presented by Debbie Liptan, a life-long
Oregonian and long-time Overlook resident. Debbie began
her practice and study of Nichiren Buddhism in 1969 and
has continued ever since. A lay Buddhist, her primary
focus is on teaching people how the ancient philosophy
of Buddhism applies to every day life in our very real
world. Debbie has decades of experience presenting Buddhist
concepts in an easy to understand style. For more information:
please contact Debbie Liptan debbie@liptan.net
Dates and Times:
July 6th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
October 5th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
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Ongoing Events:
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Knitting and Crochet forum
The Historic Overlook House will host a free weekly
knitting and crochet “open forum” for crafters to get
together and work on their projects. Crafters are responsible
for bringing all their own materials. All ages, genders and skill
levels are welcome! For more information: please contact Lori Hoffman
at 503-335-8456 or email her at lorraine_hoffman@toc.org
Days: Mondays
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Held in the living room of Overlook House
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"Bean Sprout" Story Hour
Ages 2 to 5 years, Siblings Welcome! With "Sing-a-Long"
"Toddler Story Time" & "Play/Activity Time" activities.
Join instructor Debi Davidson in "Bean Sprout"
story hour for kids! This multi-faceted children’s
hourly program is full of fun activities, educational
learning tools and is a positive interaction experience
for kids 2-5 years of age. Our mission is to have children
use their own creativity. In the process, they will be
using their mental, emotional and social skills. This
fun experience time is FREE and will be held in
the upstairs of the Overlook house. Children Must
Be Accompanied By Parents For more information:
Contact Carol Padden, Program Director, coor...@historicoverlookhouse.org
Days: Weekly on Thursday mornings.
Time: 10:30AM-11:30AM
Location: Class is held in the Basement of the
Overlook House
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Penny's Puppet Shows
Penny will be hosting regular affordable puppet shows
in the welcoming warm environment of the Overlook House.
All ages are welcome. Guests can sit in chairs or on the
floor while they play with puppets and dancing scarves
along with shake egg shakers or settle in with a book.
This is participation for all program with singing, clapping,
and wiggling encouraged. Free Coffee and Tea and Stickers
for all to enjoy.
Tickets available at the door. Admission will be $5.00
each or 4 guests for $17.00 (Under 1 year free). For
more information: please visit: www.PennyPuppets.com
Days/Dates/Times:
Feb 2, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
Feb 16, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
March 9, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
March 23, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
April 6, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
April 20, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
May 4, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
May 18, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:00 am
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Ongoing Classes:
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Yoga and You at the Overlook House
North Portland Resident and yoga instructor Heidi
Jo Timm holds weekly classes at the Overlook House and its lovely
back lawn (weather permitting). Heidi teaches an alignment focused
style that encourages balance in the body and mind. Her gentle,
yet challenging approach emphasizes building inner awareness, strength
and flexibility. Classes are in session and are open to beginners
as well as experienced yoga enthusiasts. Please note that a mat
will be necessary and capacity is limited to twenty-five. For more information: Contact Heidi Jo Timm by email at heidijotimm@gmail.com
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 P.M.
Location: The Overlook House
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Tai Chi Chih
This American form of Tai Chi is easy to learn (and
remember) with great circulation and balance of chi energy. It does
not require physical fitness or coordination and will provide many
health and well-being benefits. Seniors welcome. Classes are ongoing
in eight week cycles. For more information: Contact Stephen Marsh
at 503-283-4991 or taichimarsh@hotmail.com
Days and Times:
Thursdays from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Fees: $60.00 for eight week session
Location: Class is held in the downstairs of the Overlook
House
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Annual Events:
Ice Cream Social
Date and Time:
Saturday, August 2009
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Holiday Craft Bazaar at the Overlook House
- 2009
Overlook House provides three floors of
exciting Handmade Crafts, Baked Goods, Jewelry, Candles,
Ceramics, Decorations, Artwork, Holiday Floral, Quilts/Unique
Sewing Notions, Stocking Stuffers and much more!
All monies from the raffle and home-baked goods
sale will go towards the N.W. Children’s Theatre
Summer Camp at the Overlook House in July.
If you would like more information please
contact Carol D. Padden at: coor...@historicoverlookhouse.org
or call her at 503/823-3188. Vendor space has already
been filled for this years event.
Days/Dates/Times:
Saturday December TBA
Sunday December TBA
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Santa Comes To The Overlook House - 2009
HO! HO! HO! Its the holidays - time
for me fun, for good ol' Santa is coming to the Overlook
House! Now everything's in apple-pie order - the sleigh's
all shiny and ready to take off and so is the roly-poly
old man with his big bag of goodies coming to see all
of his favorite children (and grown-ups too!) Have your
photo taken for free with Santa and enjoy the FUN activities!
Date and Time:
Saturday, December TBA
Egg-stravaganza Egg Hunt! - Free
Hippity hop down the bunny trail and discover
what the Easter Bunny left behind! Children, bring your
basket and hunt for egg-filled treasures!
Date: April 11th 2009
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 pm
Location: The Overlook House
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