Classes and Community Events
Selected community events taking place
at Overlook House, Overlook Park and in the Overlook neighborhood.
Ongoing Events:
Knitting and Crochet forum - New!
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.
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
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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