Historic Overlook House - Classes & Community Events

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. - starting May 19th
Location: Held in the living room of Overlook House

"Daisy" Girl Scout's

"Daisy" Girl Scout Troop #1171 will met at the Overlook House every Thursday afternoon from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. starting January 31st. This troop is for North/Northeast 5 year old girls. Troop Leader, Keri Kuper, can be contacted at 503-806-5523 if you would like to sign your daughter up or if you would like additional information. Fee is $10.00 per year.

Please visit www.girlscoutscrc.org the official Columbia Council Girl Scout website for detailed information.

Days: Thursdays
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Overlook House

"Bean Sprout" Story Hour

Ages 1 to 4 years, Siblings Welcome! With "Sing-a-Long" "Toddler Story Time" & "Play/Activity Time" activities. Join instructor Esther Brock 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 1-4 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 basement of the Overlook house. Access to the basement is the stairwell left of the front porch. Children Must Be Accompanied By Parents For more info: Contact Ester Brock at 360-909-8614 or coffee.bean23@yahoo.com

Days: Thursdays
Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: Class is held in the downstairs of the Overlook House

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 is $3.00 each (Children under 12 months Free). Group rate is $10.00 for 4 guests. For more information please visit: www.PennyPuppets.com

Days/Dates/Times:

May 26, 10:00 am and repeats at 11:15 am

Penny's Puppet Shows will resume October 6, 2008. Please check our website in September for the new fall schedule.

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Ongoing Classes:

Parents of Infants Discussion Group

The Overlook House is hosting an informal mother/father discussion group about and for infants. We will be offering a free one-hour session on the first and third Monday of the month. Get to know other Overlook neighborhood parents of infants up to 12 months of age. Trade stories information and experiences about mothering/fathering and overall childcare. For more info: Contact Carol D. Padden at: coordinator@HistoricOverlookHouse.org

Days: The first and third Monday of each month.
Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Location: Class is held in the living room area of the Overlook House

Acrylic Painting Class

Classes are in session. For more info: Contact Julie Rogers at julieandalex@comcast.net

Days: Every Thursday of the Month
Time: 9:15 am – 10:00 am with open studio till 12:00pm
Fees: $6.00 per class
Location: Class is held in the downstairs of the Overlook House

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 info: 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

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 info: Contact Stephen Marsh at 503-283-4991 or tccmarsh@hotmail.com

Days and Times:
Mondays from 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Thursdays from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Fees: $67.00 for eight week session
Location: Class is held in the downstairs of the Overlook House

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more Upcoming Events:

Ice Cream Social

Date and Time:
Saturday, August 3rd, 6:00-8:00 pm

Holiday Craft Bazaar at the Overlook House

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!

If you would like to participate as a vendor, a volunteer or would like more information please contact Carol D. Padden at: coordinator@HistoricOverlookHouse.org

Days/Dates/Times:
Saturday December 6th, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday December 7th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Santa Comes To The Overlook House

Date and Time:
Saturday, December 13th, 11:00-1:00 pm

Egg-stravaganza Egg Hunt!

Hippity hop down the bunny trail and discover what the Easter Bunny left behind! Children, bring your basket and hunt for egg-filled treasures!

Day/Date/Time:
TBA - 2009

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