Whether playing tunes while floating down the river, taking videos of your pup playing outside, or video calling friends or family from the backyard, our devices are out and about in the sun just as much as we are in the summer. Unfortunately, devices like smartphones, laptops, and tablets don’t enjoy the sunshine as much as we do. Electronics need to be kept at cooler temperatures for their hardware to function properly, and too much heat can cause them to slow down or stop working entirely. Follow these tips to protect your gadgets from overheating.
Leaving a phone or tablet in the heat for too long can cause damage to the battery and even the device itself. Try to find a shaded or covered area to keep your devices cool when out in the summer heat – staying in the shade can drop the ambient temperature by 10-15 degrees
Apps that run in the background, especially those that use your location like maps, can cause devices’ cooling systems to run overtime keeping those apps’ process going. Some apps also require more battery consumption than others and can cause devices to overheat. Make sure to close all unused apps to prevent them from running in the background.
Adjust settings to help devices use less processing power
Connectivity functions like Bluetooth can put extra strain on devices’ power usage and increase their internal temperature. Consider turning off Bluetooth when not needed and turn on power saving mode – this can help the device minimize power consumption by dimming the screen and limiting background processes and tasks.
In the event that your device overheats, it will usually be fine to use once it cools down. However, devices or their batteries can become permanently damaged from extensive overheating. Make sure your important files, photos, and other data are backed up to a cloud storage service, like Apple iCloud, Microsoft OneDrive, or Google Drive. Most devices have automatic backup options that can be configured in their settings area.
DirectLink is proud to give back to our community through the sponsorship and support of over 100 Canby or Mt. Angel based non-profit events, scholarships, youth sports and organizations every year, including Slice of Summer.
Slice of Summer opens this year on July 16th with swing music from The Willamette Valley Big Band!
Independence Day sparks memories of St. Paul Rodeo fun
When I was young, my family and I would always celebrate the Fourth of July with our good friends, the Papulski family. Each year, we would load up in our cars and make the short drive from Beaverton to St. Paul, where we would take in the sights and the sounds of the rodeo, the crowds and the fireworks. Of course, the food was also a distinct memory.
Inevitably, we’d wind up in the back parking lot of the St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. My best friend, Matt, and I would take turns lighting off different packages of fireworks to entertain the family while we waited for the big fireworks show to start. This tradition of visiting St. Paul continued through the mid- to late’80s. Eventually, we moved our holiday tradition to different towns and locations as our lives evolved — going off to college, getting married, starting families of our own, etc.
When my family and I moved to Aurora in 2017, my daughter and I took a drive to explore the surrounding area. On one of these excursions, we happened to find ourselves in St. Paul, winding our way around town to the
back parking lot of the church. Although it had been over 25 years since I’d last been there, everything looked exactly the same, and the memories of those fun family outings came rushing back. It brought to mind how spending time with family and friends helps to shape who we are and who we become as we get older.
As we prepare for the Fourth of July this year, I hope you gather with friends and family to celebrate. If you happen to be going to this year’s Independence Day Parade in Canby, you will see my father and I in our 1947 fire engine. Come say hello, or give a wave as we drive the route.
By the way, Matt and I are still friends, and I will be seeing him soon. Here’s to making the best of memories this summer.
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Our small-town festival is always so great, with down-home fun and food! So how do you manage summer outings and maintain healthy eating?
PLANNING Here are some tips.
Decrease your calorie intake by 500 and increase water by 16 ounces each day for three days in advance. Exercise every day and add an extra 30-minute walk after dinner.
Bring a small cooler in your car with extra water and plan on refilling your container.
No sugary drinks!
Eat a solid breakfast, lunch or plan a barbecue at home later.
Pack snacks, i.e. raw veggies, fruit and nuts.
Allow yourself one light meal or treat at the event.
Avoid soda, candy, deep-fried foods, nachos, popcorn and greasy foods.
Enjoy foods like barbecue, burritos, cheeseburgers, ice cream, strawberry shortcake, corn on the cob, noodles and chicken.
You’re getting the idea, right?! Stay on your feet, keep walking and eat smart!
At the end of the day, relax with a glass of beer or wine. The next day, get back on track immediately and exercise, keeping that extra walk for good.
Use your fitness tracker (if you have one) and try to stay even for the day.
Summer is a great time to join Club Fit and get started with your regime, get help from a trainer and get in shape. Education is power! Our trainers are experts. Join today!
Summer is here and so is the fun! Festivals, vacations and weddings, oh my! There really isn’t any need to go backwards from all that spring effort! Calories IN vs Calories OUT! Stay in line and stay fit!
Nina George NOVEL
Set in a French town in the 1960s, a dazzling encounter with love itself changes the life of infant orphan Marie-Jeanne forever. As a girl, Marie-Jeanne realizes she can see the magical marks of love — tiny glowing lights on the faces, hands that shimmer more brightly when “the one” is near. Marie-Jeanne plays matchmaker in her village, but when will she find her own soulmate?
Patrick DeWitt NOVEL
Bob Comet, a retired librarian, passes his solitary days surrounded by books and small comforts in his Portland home. One day, he encounters a confused elderly woman lost in a market and returns her to her home at the senior center. Hoping to fill the void, he begins volunteering at the center. As a community of strange peers gathers around Bob, and following a happenstance brush with a painful complication from his past, the events of his life and the details of his introverted character are revealed.
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$5
Kids Summer Art Program
Session Two: Forest Friends
(Wed., July 26) Pigment alcohol inks to make a mushroom
(Wed., Aug. 2) Acrylic fluid pouring on 2 coasters and a squirrel
(Wed., Aug. 9) Acrylic painting on a gnome
Cost is for all three classes
Times: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (each date)
• Ages: 8 and Up
• All Materials Included
• Cost: $100.00
One pack contains 20 pieces of origami paper (2 of each color) in colors: yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, green, light blue, dark blue, dark green, brown. 6-by-6-inch square sheets
Outer Space Explorers Coloring Book features 31 different perforated coloring sheets. 8 x 10 inch frameable page size Suitable for ages 3 and up
This beautiful 18-piece set features a colorful array of watercolor markers with brush tips. Just add water.
Circular watercolor paper, 10-inch diameter, 20 sheets. Bound on all sides to prevent paper from warping. 140-pound heavy paper weight Acid-free paper. Suitable for ages 6 and up.
Let your child explore and get creative utilizing different painting techniques using a variety of media. They will learn something new each 1.5-hour class. Week 1: High pigment alcohol ink. Week 2: Acrylic fluid pouring. Week 3: Acrylic painting. All supplies and clean-up provided. Each session is 3 weeks long. Class will meet each Wednesday with a new art project awaiting to be created.
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Date: July 27, 2023
Cost: $30 Per Child
• Ages: 8 and up
• All materials included
Join Angela Hawes in painting “poppies.” No experience necessary as angela will take you through the painting step by step. Included with ticket price is everything needed to create your own acrylic painting on a 8-by-10-inch canvas the same night.
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To attend a class, registration is required.
For an updated class list please visit artomaddic.com/events
At Ellison Team Homes, we work diligently to partner with our clients in the purchase and sale of real estate. In order to do this, we rely on a few key business partners. When it comes to telling our story, our favorite partner is Active Media, this magazine. If you have not already, meet Matt Nelson, owner of Active Media and a member or our local chamber. It turns out Matt and I went to the same schools growing up, so we have reunited here in Canby! Matt and his team are passionate about putting out a good magazine for people, and I have a great deal of respect for him and his wonderful staff.
When it comes to print marketing, Matt Nelson knows a thing or two. And you know a thing or two about the pieces he publishes because you are reading one right now. At 90-plus pages every other month, Canby Community Advantage Magazine is the monthly darling of Matt’s publishing business, Active Media.
Born and raised in Beaverton, Matt is a proud Oregonian and feels strongly about promoting local businesses and being a part of the community. Matt is quite active in Canby, as he is involved in Canby Rotary, Canby Chamber of Commerce and The Canby Center.
He’s been helping businesses grow for decades. Since 2000, his company has specialized in graphic design, printing and direct mail services.
Advantage Magazines were started in Tigard in October 2003 as a fundraiser for the Tigard Chamber of Commerce. Since then, Advantage
Magazines have expanded to more than 45 different cities, publishing six times per year — some monthly — and has a current distribution footprint of more than 450,000 addresses. Matt accomplishes these magazines with a team of sales reps, designers, writers, managers, office staff and others. Additionally, Active Media runs the successful PostcardMasters program, in which businesses create custom direct-mail marketing campaigns specifically tailored to their businesses’ needs.
Other publications include Discover Canby (annual), Preferred Neighbor Magazine (bi-monthly), the newly acquired Mom Magazine (bi-monthly) and The Mountain Times newspaper (monthly), not to mention annual fair guides for Yamhill and Polk counties, and other projects along the way.
Active Media lives up to its name with its impressively productive team!
By Christine Lewy, Divine Complexions
The sun has arrived, and I wouldn’t be a good esthetician if I didn’t write an article on sunscreen!
Summertime signals more exposure as we start to think about getting a nice tan! It’s really only the last couple of decades that we’ve known about the harmful effects of tanning inside and outside. As an esthetician, one of the biggest complaints I hear from my clients is their disgust for their sunspots. These happen over time as we age from damage done from the sun. They may also worsen or darken when you’re outside for during the sunnier months.
But why are the sun rays so harmful and cause aging? The sun has two type of UV rays, UVA and UVB. The UVB rays from the sun are those tanning burning rays, which maybe you love to bask in when the sun comes out... hello sunspots. But did you know that the UVA rays, the other type of light emitted from
the sun, penetrates clouds and windows and this is the type of light ray that causes skin aging and even skin cancer? This is why wearing sunscreen on any exposed skin every single day is so important, even on cloudy rainy days.
The light from the sun alters our skin cells’ DNA, which can eventually lead to skin cancer. Some tanning beds are like light rays on steroids and even more dangerous than lying outside on a sunny day. So steer clear of traditional tanning and choose a good for you self tanner! My new at home favorite for fool-proof gradual tan skin…the Coola Sunless Tan Dry Oil Mist.
Sunscreens have come such a long way! There are fast absorbing formulas, formulas with a tint, and oil free formulas for acne prone skin! Need help finding the right one? Check out some of my favorites below.
I love your feedback and questions, so don’t hesitate to reach out at info@DivineComplexions.com.
July 4th event returns to Canby for 2023
July 4 , 2023 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Downtown Canby & Wait Park
Day parade begins its celebration in the streets of downtown Canby.
“All of the great activities the community has enjoyed over the years are returning for 2023,” Tyler Nizer, Canby’s Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator, said. “It’s a huge community effort to make this fantastic event happen! We’re so grateful for all the amazing volunteers and groups such as Canby Police, Canby Fire, Canby Public Works and Parks who come together and help make this event possible.
Tyler adds, “On top of all the fun coming back for this year,
By Tyler Francke, Contributing Writer and Donovan Darling, Staff WriterThe summer of 2023 is here and Canby is coming back with a bang! Canby’s signature Independence Day Celebration is jumping off of last year’s success and will celebrate downtown for another great year, including the parade, car show, street fair, pancake breakfast and so much more! Also returning is the Canby Fireworks Show put on by the Canby Fire District, which will be a spectacular evening display of assorted traditional fireworks at Trost Elementary.
The city-sponsored Independence Day event will be held Tuesday, July 4, at Wait Park, featuring the traditional car show, pancake breakfast, street fair with food and drink booths, arts and crafts booths, a kids’ zone, Canby Fire District obstacle course, arcade truck, family-friendly beer garden and live music.
Last year’s event drew record crowds — an estimated 12,000 attendees — in 2022, and city officials are expecting this year’s edition to attract even more.
“The Canby Independence Day Celebration is one of our most cherished events,” Mayor Brian Hodson says. “Whether it be the car show, parade, street fair or anything in between, the community shows up for this time-honored event.”
The day will kick off with the delicious charity pancake breakfast at Knight Elementary School from 7:30-11 a.m. It’s first appearance since 2019, put on by the Canby Historical Society. But the fun really starts at 10 a.m., when the Canby Independence
the pancake breakfast makes its triumphant return. The Canby Historical Society will bring back their hearty breakfast for the first time since 2019. The pancake breakfast will be held at Knight Elementary School 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. I can’t wait to see everyone in downtown Canby on the 4th of July!”
The car show, at N Grant Street and NW Fifth Avenue (with registration between Grant and Holly), goes from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., as does the kids zone on Third Avenue near Wait Park, which will feature bounce houses, crafts, games and other fun. The street fair, located on Grant, Third and Fourth Avenue surrounding Wait Park, will run 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mayor Hodson will give his welcome speech and officially kick off the day’s festivities from the Wait Park gazebo at 11 a.m. along with the parade winners. Car show awards will
be announced from the gazebo stage at 1 p.m. The gazebo stage will host an exciting variety of live music from Return Flight and entertainers from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30-3 p.m.
The arcade truck on Holly Street and Canby Fire District obstacle course on Grant between 2nd and 3rd Avenue will both be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Face painting at the kids’ zone will be open from noon to 3 p.m. The family-friendly beer garden on 2nd Avenue will be available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with its own stage for live entertainment from The June Bugs and Big Bad Beats.
At dusk, head over to Trost Elementary School or your favorite viewing location for the return of the city’s beloved aerial fireworks display,
sponsored and organized by Canby Fire District and Canby’s Western Display Fireworks.
Canby Fire Chief Jim Davis said, “Canby Fire District is once again inviting our community to come together and enjoy a safe and sane Independence Day fireworks display located at Trost Elementary and Baker Prairie Middle School. This is a great time to bring down some games and picnic, to enjoy time with families and friends. And keep all fireworks in the hands of professionals.”
Canby Fire is now accepting donations to help ensure the money will be there to pay for next year’s show. Donations can be made inperson at the main headquarters on South Pine Street or online through
GoFundMe.“To continue the Canby fireworks display for 2024, we are asking citizens to consider donating.” said Chief Davis.
Township Road will be closed from Redwood to the pedestrian overpass. Folks looking for a front-row seat can bring blankets and camp chairs to the sidewalk across the street from Trost or on the fields at Baker Prairie Middle School.
Have a fun and safe July 4th this year in Canby!
For more information about Canby’s Independence Day Celebration and how you can get involved, contact Tyler Nizer at NizerT@CanbyOregon.gov, or visit c anbyindependenceday.com for lots of information, registration forms and maps.
The Canby Arts Association recently celebrated our 40th anniversary and is stronger than ever! Operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, our association is run by passionate community volunteers from diverse backgrounds. The current board was formed in 2022 by a few local business owners who are passionate about the arts and wanted to bring a renewed focus on the amazing artisans in our community while increasing tourism.
Our marquee annual event, Through Looking Glass Art Festival, is held on the third Saturday in July at Wait Park in the heart of historic downtown Canby. The festival draws thousands of visitors from all over the Pacific Northwest.
The one-day festival, July 22, 2023, celebrates all of the amazing artists from the Canby and surrounding area with several media, including visual, literary, music, culinary and performing arts, plus much more. Family-friendly and free, this event is a must-visit every year.
Canby Arts is working on planning additional community events and arts programming, as well as sponsoring other arts-related events and initiatives. We are always looking for members to help us continue growing the arts in our area.
We will also put out our call for artists early in the year. If you are interested in joining our charity, please visit canbyartsassociation.com or email canbyartsassociation@gmail. com. Please follow us on Facebook @the-canby-arts-association and Instagram @canbyartsassociation.
Anyone can be in the parade. “It’s a pretty big mix, whoever wants to come and participate,” Andria says. The Over the Hill Gang Car Club will organize a car show, sponsored by 808 Automotive.
The City of Hubbard will sponsor activities and games for kids too, including face painting, field games, inflatable toys like the bounce house and a 22-foot slide. For the adults, a horseshoe tournament will be sponsored by Justin Stearns State Farm, and there will also be bingo sponsored by Le Petit Bistro, and a raffle with some incredible prizes.
By Angie Helvey, Contributing WriterSummer in Oregon has finally arrived. It’s a time to spend with family and friends and enjoy the fantastic weather. The Hubbard Hop Festival is the perfect summer event for families and will include a parade, food and beverage vendors, a beer garden with live entertainment, tons of activities for kids, a 5K run and more!
The Hubbard Hop Festival originated in 1974 and was started by the Hubbard Fire Department as a fundraiser. It’s evolved over the years into a nonprofit organization with a six-member board dedicated to planning and executing a fun community event for all ages. This year’s festival, title-sponsored by Megafoods, will be held on Saturday, July 15, at 11 a.m. in Rivenes Park, right in the center of Hubbard.
“We wanted this to be an event for families,” says board member/treasurer Andria Young. “The theme is old-fashioned family fun, so that’s what it’s all about. Bring the family, have something to eat, play games and enjoy the entertainment.”
The activity roster has something for everyone. The Fun Run, sponsored by Country Financial, is a 5K course around Hubbard. Preregistration is available online, and the run will begin on festival day at 7 a.m. The parade, sponsored by Hubbard Chevrolet, begins at 10 a.m., with pre-registration available online or starting at 9 a.m. on festival day.
No hop festival would be complete without beer, music and food! Hierba Buena will be sponsoring this year’s food court, and Ratchet Brewery will provide drinks in the beer garden with eight different options on tap, including a couple of ciders. The beer garden has no cover charge and is open to families, so everyone can come in and enjoy the entertainment, including a children’s theater group and KAPA Dance. They’ve got three bands lined up on the entertainment stage sponsored by The Kennedy Group RE/MAX: Stepchild with classic rock, Kelsey Bales with some lively country tunes, and Radio Remedy, the perfect band for a dance party. “Bring your lawn chair from home if you’d like, find a place in the shade to sit, grab a drink and some dinner, and kick back and enjoy the evening,” says Andria.
Food vendors will be offering tasty snacks like sausages served up by Hubbard Fire Department, hamburgers, Mexican food, cotton candy, strawberry shortcake, and Kona Ice will be on-site to make sure everyone gets a cold sweet treat!
So take this opportunity to get out, enjoy the sunshine and bring your whole crew to the Hubbard Hop Festival for this family-friendly event and some good old-fashioned fun.
The Hubbard Hop Festival will be held Saturday, July 15 at 11 a.m., in Rivenes Park in Hubbard.
they operate independently? I purposely use mostly low-cost index funds to keep expenses low and proudly custody assets at Charles Schwab.
Ask them if they just manage investments or provide comprehensive financial planning. Does it integrate your employee benefits? Do they provide estate or college planning?
When it comes to payment, are they fee-based or commission-based? I choose to only use a fee-based model for investments because it keeps our interests aligned for the long term. At Better Planning & Investing, I provide investing and financial planning for a low, asset-based fee.
Check their professional credentials. How long have they been in their field, and what’s their professional background? I have worked in financial services for 30 years, 24 of which were investment related. Ask if they have additional designations. For me, earning the CFP® was a long and grueling process that required college, a masters or certificate in financial planning, as well as job experience and passing a grueling three-day exam. For me, it was worth it to provide the best possible comprehensive advice for clients.
Ask if they can work with your other current professionals such as your CPA and estate planning attorney. Often having your planner coordinate with your CPA can add huge value without additional cost.
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When choosing a financial professional, the value you receive is based on the quality of your relationship and their ability to meet your expectations. Many people don’t mind paying for investment guidance, nor expect a professional to perform superhuman feats with their portfolios, but they do expect a commitment to service that includes frequent communication, transparency and personalized guidance. To get the most value from your financial professional, you need to explain your expectations and agree on how you will work together. Be clear about what you expect and what you need, whether it’s simple investment advice or comprehensive planning.
You should be able to book an initial consultation with a financial professional to learn more about their background, experience and philosophy. At BetterPlanningLLC.com, you can book an intro meeting via phone or Zoom. I even offer an initial financial plan, at no cost or obligation.
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Chip Ingredients
2–3 mediums zucchinis
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (plus to taste)
* fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
Preheat oven to 250°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a mandolin slicer, carefully slice the unpeeled zucchinis in 1/8-inch slices, lightly patting the slices with a paper towel or napkin as you go to remove excess water. Place slices onto baking sheets; add avocado oil and season with garlic, onion and sea salt. Bake for 11/4 to 11/2 hours. Check chips frequently throughout last 15 to 30 minutes as different slices cook faster depending on location in the oven. Remove chips once crisped to liking. Add more salt if desired. Sprinkle with parsley.
Dip Ingredients
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
* pepitas for garnish
Directions
Combine all ingredients, giving them a good stir. Refrigerate. Garnish with pepitas.
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“Patriotism is supporting your country all
time and your government when it deserves it.”
- Mark Twain
By Dennis McNabb, Staff Writer
There’s something special about woodwork, isn’t there? Whether it’s the beautiful natural grain, the interesting twists and gnarls that inform its shape, or the knowledge that it was once a living thing, we connect to and appreciate art made of wood in unique and distinctive ways. Particularly here in the Northwest, where our forests are such an integral part of our economy and also our identity, we have an even stronger affinity for the medium. This is what inspired local artist, Ethan Hill, to follow his current path.
Ethan grew up working with his hands. When both his father and a close friend began working with wood, Ethan discovered that he was not only drawn to it but also naturally adept. With no formal training and working only out of his garage, Ethan experimented with an endless variety of methods and outcomes until he found his niche in building cutting boards. Customdesigned to any specifications, his beautiful cutting boards are what put his name on the map. Through mere word-of-mouth, he has built himself an impeccable reputation and an impressive following. And that’s only the tip of the iceberg!
In recent months, he has added 3D art and furniture to his growing list of offerings. The 3D art pieces are laser-cut, painted and layered images that look absolutely fantastic on your wall! Subjects currently include farm animals, wildlife and landscapes, but he is always expanding. Similarly, the furniture he is currently making is primarily wood (although sometimes reinforced with metal) and restricted to non-cushioned
items like epoxy tables, coffee tables and more. That said, the future holds nothing but open possibilities, and Ethan hopes to expand all of these lines. At some point, he even hopes to move beyond wood to include other mediums.
Beautiful, natural wood art holds a special place in all of our hearts. When it’s done right, there is nothing more striking or original. Every piece has its unique qualities, its own stories to tell. And Ethan Hill is a master of absolutely stunning pieces that you have to see for yourself to believe. Discover this local rising artist now and tell your friends later, “you knew him when…”
Check out his website at hillsideworkshop.com for more details. You can also find him on Instagram (@Hillsideworkshop) or at the Sherwood Farmers Market.
to help our customers decide which door they would like,” Ryan notes. Some of the more popular residential selections are insulated Classic™ Steel and Modern Steel™ doors. Various styles are available to complement both the home’s architecture and the customer’s preferences. All-glass doors are also very popular today. They have a great modern look and eye-catching curb appeal. Whatever style you desire, whether a simple steel door or a custom designed wood door, Oregon City Garage Door has the door for you!
By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer Photos by Brittney WatermanLet Oregon City Garage Door Open the Door for You!
Experts in residential and commercial overhead garage doors, they will install, repair and maintain your new or existing garage door. Serving the Greater Portland Area and SW Washington, Oregon City Garage Door takes care of everything from a squeaky door or broken spring to custom installation and repairs for large commercial properties.
When you call Oregon City Garage Door, “You’re calling a professional,” says owner Ryan Dissen. Focused on customer service and fast turnaround time, many repairs are handled with same-day service. “We have 11 vehicles stocked and ready to go,” Ryan points out. New doors manufactured by Clopay (American-made and American-owned), can be scheduled for installation once they arrive at the local distribution center in Portland. Depending on the make and model, some doors are already in stock. Custom orders may take around three to four weeks to reach the local warehouse.
If you’re shopping for a new door, stop by Oregon City Garage Door and view a first-hand demonstration of one of their fully-operating doors. With the ease of a garage door opener, you’ll see how smoothly the installed door opens and closes. The showroom also features additional doors, representing four different styles on a sliding track for easy viewing. “We have samples, brochures and literature
A company that specializes in commercial projects as well, Oregon City Garage Door has every size and purpose of industrial door available — garage, bay or service door — including roll-ups and security grills. With a team of estimators on hand, commercial and residential estimates for new projects are completed in just a day or two. Follow up text messages are a way for clients to rate their overall experience. Watch for or ask about any current discounts, coupons or specials.
Family-owned and -operated, Ryan Dissen purchased the Oregon City Garage Door business from its previous owner in 2006. “We started as a one-man show seventeen years ago working out of the garage, and over the years continued to grow the company,” Ryan explains. Now, 17 years later, the business is run from a brick-and-mortar building owned by Ryan that includes a showroom and approximately seventeen employees. Ryan’s son, Tyler, is one of the company’s commercial installers. Ryan believes in treating everyone like family. Employees enjoy barbeques, birthdays and holiday celebrations. New hires often come through referrals because the employees like working there so much and are quick to make a recommendation.
Ryan grew up in Oregon City and graduated from Oregon City High School in 1996. He enlisted in the Air Force and worked in the munitions systems career field before taking over the Oregon City Garage Door business. Ryan also has a daughter who had worked for him in the office prior to following her father’s footsteps and joining the Air Force. Ryan continues his close ties to the community through membership, donations and fundraisers for the Oregon City Elks Lodge Christmas Basket program. Donations have also been made to La Salle High School for their softball hitting facility in which Oregon City Garage Door donated labor and installation services to accompany R&S Manufacturing’s donated garage door.
Stop by the Oregon City Garage Door showroom located at 16000 SE Evelyn St. in Clackamas. Call (503) 410-3612 or visit their website at oregoncitygaragedoor.com for more information.
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They came. They sang. They conquered. That was the story as the Canby High School concert choir claimed their first state championship with a pitch-perfect performance in the OSAA Choir State Championships at Oregon State University on May 5.
While Canby High School’s choral program has been prominent locally, regionally and even on a statewide level for years, this is the school’s first championship since the OSAA officially recognized the competition in 1987.
The Cougs were state runners-up twice, in 2014 (tied with Sprague) and 2015, under current director Brooks Gingerich, and in 2007, under his uncle and predecessor, Tom Gingerich.
“Yes, what an epic weekend,” Brooks says. “I’m very thrilled with the whole experience. These singers have been working so hard at this music, and for them to peak at OSU is amazing.”
Despite the school’s drop-down to 5A this year, Canby boasted the largest choir in the state and has been working on its performance routine since January.
The set included five selections: “Jeremiah’s Fire” by Rollo Dilworth, “Domine Ad Adjuvandum” by Gottfried Homilius, “Indonana” by Michael Barrett and Raif Schmitt, “Deus Ex Machina” by Jakub Neske, and an original composition by a local classical musician.
Soloists included Liam Marble, Grey Bell, Jenna Schmidt, Shelia Stearns and Taylor Wohlers. Matt Solem and Kaeden Eide
provided backing drums and tambourine, respectively.
“The amount of sectionals, practice videos, laughs, tears and sweat poured into this set is remarkable,” Brooks says. “Our music has taken on a life of its own, and our love for our third song, ‘The Last Words of Christ,’ composed by alumni Becky Stager, really brought an intensity and beauty that transformed the whole set.”
Canby’s performance at the LaSells Stewart Center Friday was truly spellbinding, as they were the only choir — among all schools, 1A-6A — to receive a “superior” rating, denoting a score of at least a 90 from each of the three judges and above a 52 in sight reading.
The Cougs blew those benchmarks out of the water, with scores of 96, 98 and 95 — the highest totals awarded by each of the three judges at the competition — and a 55 in sight reading, which was also the highest of any participating school.
The Cougs’ winning score, 344, was the second-highest registered by a 5A school since 2007, when the classification was created by the OSAA.
“I’m very excited that they got the highest sight reading score from the entire weekend,” Brooks says. “It takes a ton of failure, patience and grit to read that well, and it’s so satisfying for their efforts to hit that high note.”
Brooks particularly relished the achievement for his seniors.
They are experiencing a “normal” school and competition experience for the first time after a freshman year derailed by COVID-19, a sophomore year in which learning and choir practice took place primarily over Zoom, and a junior year in a hybrid format with many restrictions still in place.
“I’m looking forward to these final weeks with my seniors, whose experience of high school has been incredibly unique, and I’m so glad they get a legit feeling of triumph over the last three years,” he says.
Misere Tic Tac Toe: The game is simple: If you get three in a row, you lose. Also called Inverse Tic Tac Toe or Toe Tac Tic.
Random-Turn Tic Tac Toe: A coin flip determines whose turn it is.
Number-Scrabble Tic Tac Toe: The game is played with numbers 1–9. Each player takes turns picking a number from the list. Once a number has been picked, it cannot be picked again. If a player has picked three numbers that add up to 15, that player wins the game. However, if all numbers are used and no player gets exactly 15, the game is a draw.
Ultimate Tic Tac Toe: Play classic three-by-three Tic Tac Toe in a three-by-three grid. If you win three overall games in a row, you win the Ultimate Tic Tac Toe.
Four-by-Four Tic Tac Toe: Winning can include four in a straight line, four in a diagonal line, four in a diamond, or four to make a square.
John Overton was born in 1932, five miles outside Dickson in central Tennessee. He joined the Army infantry in 1953, near the end of the Korean War.
He joked that he went into the military because he couldn’t find a job. “Because I was draft age, everyone said that they didn’t want to get me trained up for a position if I was just going to get drafted,” he recalls. “So I figured I ought to go ahead and enlist since I wasn’t going to be able to find work.”
John was in the Army for eight years and in the Army Reserve for another six years, totaling 14 years of service. He spent two and a half years stationed in Germany, training soldiers in combat and survival techniques.
“Mostly, we nearly froze to death,” he quips when asked what he did in Germany. “Really, we took the troops out camping and we trained them.”
John says that at that time, German citizens were eligible to enlist in the American Army, and they joined the ranks of his trainees. John recalls one early incident where, not knowing that his German recruits spoke English, made the mistake of insulting one.
“He got right in my face and said, ‘We’re not stupid. We’re American soldiers,’” he says. “I never made that mistake again. I learned my lesson.”
He climbed the ranks, and was eventually promoted to first sergeant. John was assigned to the United States Army Special Forces, colloquially known as the “Green Berets,” for a time, but was eventually reassigned due to failing to meet the language requirement.
“You had to speak two languages,” he says. “And my lieutenant argued that I did speak two languages: English and hillbilly.”
He married his wife, Charlotte, in 1960. They had two daughters and one son, and, eventually, six grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren.
After his service, he moved to El Segundo, California, where he
worked at Douglas Aircraft for a while before joining the El Segundo Police Department, where he served as a patrol officer and a detective. He also spent some time in the Parks Department.
The family moved to Florence, Oregon, in 1969, and the following year, he joined the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, where he finished his law enforcement career. John, now 90, has lived in Canby since 2009.
“I’m proud of my service,” he says. “I liked it, and I think I did a good job. I must have done a good job because they kept promoting me. That’s how it works in the Army: you perform, you get promoted. It was really great. I liked it.”
Despite his age, John is still a vibrant, active member of his community and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
John’s story is a testament to the sacrifices and contributions made by the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. His dedication to serving his country is an inspiration to all who know him.
offers ample views of the iconic Mount Hood as they dwell in its shadow, collecting the berries that are its namesake.
The Snegirevs in 2004 decided to open a small berry shack near the road, which, as Cyndi admits, was as much to get her kids involved in the business and keep them busy as anything. And both the business and the kids thrived — and the store today offers a wide variety of fresh and frozen berries, baked goods, deli sandwiches and spoon sweets — a type of fruit preserve made the traditional way, without pectin.
“It’s how they make it in Europe,” explains Cyndi, whose ancestry, like her husband’s, stems from Russia. “We make fresh kredeli, mikada the way my grandmother used to make it. We try to have some things that are unique.”
By Tyler Francke, Contributing WriterBoones Ferry Berry Farms in Hubbard was founded by Paul and Cyndi Snegirev over three decades ago on a few simple principles: faith, family, hard work — and a determination to grow the best darn berries you can find anywhere.
After starting off with a humble 10-acre strawberry patch in 1990, the Snegirevs have carefully grown their business to a thriving enterprise encompassing multiple berry varieties and a bustling farm store.
“That first year, it was 50 cents a pound,” Cyndi recalls with a laugh. “That was unheard of. We started off growing strawberries for other farmers, learning how to grow and what varieties are the best.
“Over the years, we’ve expanded into blueberries, raspberries, marionberries, but we still specialize in strawberries. They’re a little bit harder to grow, but people love them and they’ve done well for us.”
The most popular strawberry variety is Hood, valued for its size and sweetness. Cyndi says it’s also particularly fun for U-pick customers at Boones Ferry, which
The Snegirevs’ commitment to hard work and self-reliance stems from their families’ immigrant backgrounds. Both Cyndi and Paul were raised by parents who were immigrants themselves, their own parents having been forced to flee their native Russia following the revolution of 1917, after which religion in the country was banned, and groups such as the Russian Orthodox Church were persecuted.
While their parents were born and raised in Turkey and China, respectively, both Paul and Cyndi were born and grew up in the Willamette Valley. An honest day’s work, farming and selfreliance are what they’ve always known.
“We were raised to work hard, stand on our own two
feet and not depend on anybody else,” Cyndi says. “Some people are raised to use their heads, we were raised to use our backs, and we’ve been using our backs for a while.”
That’s not just talk, either. The Snegirevs’ days usually start at 4:30 a.m. and end after dark — the one exception being on Sundays.
“We’re always closed on Sundays,” she says. “For us, it’s a resting day, a day for family and for God. I don’t know if I would be able to keep going all day if I didn’t have Sunday. That’s what grounds me: family and God.”
The farm’s heritage is further reflected in the unique 100-year-old barn that was once used as a hop farm in the 1950s. Its towering presence serves as a reminder of the farm’s history and adds a touch of rustic charm to the surroundings.
Whether you’re in search of the sweetest strawberries, delectable raspberries, or juicy blackberries, Boones Ferry Berry Farms invites you to visit their farm store or pick your own berries in their pristine fields.
With their commitment to quality and their rich farming heritage, the Snegirevs and their farm are a true gem in the heart of Oregon.
Boones Ferry Berry Farms is located at 19602 Boones Ferry Rd Northeast. The farm store and fields are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, call 503-678-5871 or visit www. boonesberry.com.
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By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer
If you’re like many Oregonians, summertime and Marionberries go hand-in-hand. From early July through August, Marionberries are harvested and begin appearing in the produce section of grocery stores, pies and a plethora of other food and drink items. But, did you know that this scrumptious berry did not even exist until the 1940s? Had you walked into a Portland diner in the 1920s and asked for a slice of Marionberry pie, you would have been met with puzzled looks.
While an urban myth circulates that the Marionberry was named for the American politician Marion Barry, the actual origin of this delectable berry traces back to the 1940s when the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Oregon State University collaborated to create a blackberry hybrid like no other. The two organizations have long worked together cross-breeding berries in an effort to produce varieties with greater flavor, fragrance and higher yields. In the Marionberry this collaboration struck pure gold.
It was USDA horticulturist George F. Waldo with the agency’s station in Corvallis, and horticulturists from Oregon State University, who were responsible for bringing us some of our state’s signature berries. One of these was the Hood Strawberry — the favored variety of Oregon berry farmers and local consumers alike. The other berry creation was the Marionberry. This partnership between USDA berry breeders and OSU horticulturists is unique — a true oneof-a-kind collaboration that has spanned over a century and exists nowhere else in the world.
Chad Finn, a USDA-ARS research geneticist who currently occupies Waldo’s previous position in Corvallis, describes Waldo’s pioneering work as, “classical plant breeding,” a process that is “always a combination of art and science.” Finn’s admiration runs deep. “One of the things that I think is lost, really, is that he created a whole crop that never existed before,” Finn explained. “That’s remarkable.
We would be dead in the water without him or somebody like him.” Because much of the early testing for this new berry creation was done in Marion County, it was called the “Marionberry.”
So, what exactly is a Marionberry? The Marionberry is a cross between a Chehalem blackberry (a berry with native blackberry, loganberry and raspberry in its genetics) with an Ollalieberry (another blackberry crossbreed). All that one needs to know, though, is that it is absolutely delicious! Linda Strand of the Oregon Raspberry and Blackberry Commission
George F. Waldodescribes the Marionberry as “sweeter than most other berries, but not overly so.” She shared that “in blind taste tests around the country, people always prefer it. It’s our gold standard in the industry.”
Marionberries are often marketed as being seedless, but, in fact, a seedless berry is actually impossible. Even though one detects no seeds while eating a Marionberry, there are, indeed, extremely flat, thin seeds in the berries that are coated with a gelatinous material that renders them undetectable to the tongue.
According to Bernadine Strik, an OSU professor and leader of the university’s berry research program, “Oregon continues to be known as the premier blackberry growing region in the world,” she proclaims. “It’s a fact.” And of all types of blackberries grown in Oregon, the Marionberry still reigns supreme, called by some the “Cabernet of blackberries.” The Marionberry accounts for approximately 25% of the state’s berry production, which is an impressive accomplishment for a variety that was developed over 50 years ago, and must continually compete with newer rivals bred to topple the Marionberry from its throne.
So popular was the Marionberry that in 2009 an effort was made to make it the official state berry. Many legislators supported the initiative, but ultimately the proposal was abandoned when a prominent berry producer insisted that focus on a specific berry variety might damage the sales of others. And while the Marionberry didn’t achieve official status as the state berry, the Pacific Northwest and Oregon in particular still maintain supremacy in the
production of this highly prized berry.
Not only do the Willamette Valley’s cool, mild winters and warm, temperate summers create the ideal climate for berries to thrive in, but decades of Marionberry cultivation have resulted in the development of harvesting techniques specifically designed for obtaining the optimal yield. Marionberries are delicate by nature, and in order to maintain consistent flavor and texture — particularly for processed products — specialized technology is employed to ensure only ripe berries
of Marionberries. And while Marionberries are still a wildly popular treasure of summer, the cultivation of these marvels of the berry world pose a number of challenges. Since
are harvested (unlike other berry types which are harvested in large batches without such care). During the compressed four-week season that commences with Independence Day, Marionberries are picked every few days with finely calibrated row machines that vibrate at designated frequencies causing only the ripe berries to detach themselves from the plants for collection.
It is this combination of ideal climate combined with specialized harvesting technology that has limited the production of Marionberries to this region. Other areas of the country lack either the climate and/or harvesting technology which are critical for successful commercial production
Marionberries are thorny, hand-picking is difficult (requiring specialized machinery as noted above), and they are less cold-tolerant than other varieties, which can affect variances in production volume. These are a few of the challenges horticulturists are striving to solve through selective breeding and experimentation.
If you’re wondering about the difference between Marionberries and blackberries, here’s a simple rule of thumb: Not all blackberries are Marionberries, but all Marionberries are a type of blackberry. Visually, Marionberries are more oblong, and tend to be sweeter and juicier than blackberries, and in general a bit firmer.
So, the next time you’re enjoying a slice of Marionberry pie or, perhaps, a Marionberry ice cream cone on a warm summer day, remember George F. Waldo and the many hard-working horticulturists at the USDA and Oregon State University who over the years have created this delectable true Oregon original, and are still striving to develop new delicious berries for future generations.
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give back to his community, he signed on to the blended band of professional staff and volunteers. Looking back, he realizes how much that decision directed everything that came next in his life. That choice made him realize that because his family had a background in the armed services, he was pulled to become “civically responsible” and support his community in some essential way.
Over the course of the eight years he was with the department, he worked to fill needs within the ranks, becoming both a certified Oregon EMT and a Lieutenant. When asked where the courage comes from to run into a fire, he replied, “Good mentors, good training, good equipment.” As he matured within the department, he realized how lucky he was to be alive and doing what he was doing.
Crawling on your hands and feet into a structure fire, holding onto your fire brothers and sisters, you also learn over time to deal with the trauma and not panic, knowing someone’s got your back. It’s life safety first on the line: after that you just mitigate the circumstances the best you can. If you can portray calm in the middle of a storm, that’s invaluable.”
By Olive Gallagher, Contributing WriterAcommon quality found in unsung heroes is a desire to give, rather than take. That impulse seems to be propelled by the desire to fill a need in the community or care for others. In Matt Zacher’s case, it was both.
Raised in Canby, Matt is highly aware of how fortunate he was, as an only child, to have loving parents who provided a safe, stable home. Canby Rental & Equipment, a firm that rents, sells and services outdoor power equipment to homeowners, landscapers, and tree services, was founded in 1979 by his grandfather. While Matt initially wasn’t driven to someday be the boss and take over the company, he grew up among family members who worked together — not always an easy feat among family-owned businesses, where boundaries are easily blurred and personal relationships are strained.
He was an honor student and wanted to play football, but his small frame ruled out that possibility. While earning a BS in Business Administration at the University of Oregon, he discovered he much preferred marketing to accounting. After graduating in 1999, Matt joined CRE, working in various jobs in the company but not particularly expected or needed to take over.
One day in 2005, after moving into his first home in Molalla, he drove by the fire department and noticed a sign recruiting volunteers. Propelled by a strong post-9/11 desire to
In 2008, after taking over the company, he realized the patience and perspective he had acquired in the department now served him well. He also realized his father had been silently grooming him to shoulder the responsibilities he now happily carries. Asked what one quality he values most in dealing with others, Matt’s answer was simple: “Choose kindness.”
