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What is Eyelash Growth Serum?

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Taste Of The Town AURORA COLONY PUB the

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Are you looking for a place with amazing food, awesome drinks, and a homey neighborhood atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more? Well, allow me to inform you that the search is over, and this fantastic place can be found by simply taking a short trip across the river to Aurora.

The Aurora Colony Pub has been located in the heart of the town for what seems like forever, and if you’ve ever wandered through the charming antique stores in the downtown area, you’ve definitely seen it. You may have even been there before, but if you haven’t gone recently you may not recognize it.

5 years or so ago, before Janae and Corey Barton purchased it from the previous owners, it was simply a humble local pub.

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By Dennis McNabb Active Media Contributing Writer

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establishment. Of course, the full bar and all of the usual pub activities and games are still available, but until 9:00pm kids and families are able to enjoy the establishment as well.

As the regular customers who have frequented the pub for years will attest, it’s always been known for great service, great drinks, and a friendly atmosphere, and they certainly haven’t lost any of their regulars due to the upgrades. They’ve simply improved upon every aspect of the business in the hopes of bringing in a wider customer base.

For starters, they’ve added a lot of amazing food to their already great menu. They still have all the traditional favorites that the pub had a reputation for, including their legendary made-from-scratch clam chowder, halibut fish and chips, fried razor clams and oysters, burgers, and hot sandwiches.

To give their customers even more to choose from, they are very excited to announce their brand new commercial broaster! This is not a common piece of equipment in most pubs, and there are very few places in the area where you can get the delectable

broasted chicken.

The broaster works by deep-frying and pressure cooking simultaneously, which gives the chicken a nice crispy coating outside while maintaining all the natural moisture inside. If for no other reason, you must stop by to taste this culinary treat; I guarantee, though, that you’ll want to come back for more.

If for some reason the tantalizing aroma of the broasted chicken doesn’t have your mouth watering when you walk in the door, why not try out one of their new pasta selections?

Choose from homemade Spaghetti, Triple Mac and Cheese, or the Pub Fettuccini Alfredo, each made from scratch with fresh ingredients. They also have some amazing weekly specials, such as All You Can Eat Spaghetti Mondays, Taco Tuesdays, and Prime Rib every Saturday night. This rises far beyond your standard pub fare!

For those who may be watching their diet or have a sensitivity to gluten, don’t worry about missing out. Another new addition that has quickly become one of their more popular items is the Bacon and Cheeseburger Salad. Intrigued? Simply take all of the same delicious ingredients of a standard bacon cheeseburger, nix the bread, serve it on a bed of fresh lettuce, and voila! You have a lighter and yet equally satisfying meal to enjoy. There’s also a whole slew of other delicious entrée salads to choose from, and they even offer gluten-free buns and beer.

The Aurora Colony Pub is a local favorite that you won’t want to miss out on. Bring the whole family in for an awesome meal, then stay to explore the town. Or if you’re looking for that traditional adult-only pub atmosphere, come on in at 9:00pm to have some good times.

You’re guaranteed to enjoy the great food, great drinks, and great service, and you’ll definitely want to come again!

The Aurora Colony Pub is located at 21568 Highway 99E in Aurora, just a 10 minute drive from Wilsonville. Find them on Facebook, visit their website at www.auroracolonypub.com, or call them at 503-678-9994 for more information.

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INNOVATIVE DANCE W I L S O N V I L L E SHAKE YOUR GROOVE THING!

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e all love to dance, right? Ok, maybe not all of us want to “shake our groove thing” in front of other people, but most of us probably enjoy dancing at some level - it’s only natural! A great song comes on and your head bops, your foot starts tapping; it’s happened to all of us at one time or another, and really it’s almost an involuntary reaction. Dancing not only makes us feel good, but it’s a way of expressing ourselves.

Molly believes that sportsmanship and grace are just as important as technique, so in her lessons she ensures that students are learning life lessons in addition to expressive artistic skills. A positive attitude, poise, kindness, and a strong work ethic are all instilled in the students at Innovative on a daily basis. That said, Molly is highly sensitive to age-appropriate behavior, and her goal there is to strive for excellence while maintaining balance and allowing kids to be kids.

Innovative Dance in Wilsonville is not only the perfect place to express yourself through dancing, but also to learn how to do it really well! Molly Kaleikilo, owner and Artistic Director (as well as Director for the Performing Company), has been working tirelessly with her team for over twenty years now to develop a program that provides positive, professional instruction of the highest caliber, in a fun and safe environment.

It’s all too common these days for reality shows and movies to give people the wrong impression of what dance schools are all about. Molly wants to assure the community that her instructors are all serious and sincere professionals, and that her students are all expected to dress, act, and dance age-appropriately at all times. For the advanced students, it is emphasized that (like any other highly developed skill) dance is a top priority that requires dedication and commitment, but that balance in all things is equally important.

It’s clearly evident in speaking with Molly that she truly loves what she does. Her enthusiasm for all types of dance (and particularly for teaching dance) is inspiring, and the company has really made an impact on the community. Don’t take my word for it though - go to their website and check out some of the testimonials.

They teach all levels and styles, from tap, jazz, and ballet, to hip-hop, lyrical jazz, and acrobatics, for students as young as 3 and all the way up. You can go to have fun, find your rhythm and get some great exercise, or you can attend classes to hone your skills with the more advanced group and compete nationally. Their skilled and experienced staff of instructors can take you from the base of the mountain all the way to the top!

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Of course, current events and situations have required the team at Innovative to get creative and adapt. As such, they are currently providing classes on Zoom and Youtube but they want everyone to know that they are still open and still taking new students.

If you or if your kids have ever wanted to learn how to dance, this is the time and Innovative Dance is the place! Constructive activities for kids and teens are more important than ever, so if you’re interested in signing up for classes, please contact them through their website at innovativedance.net. Your message will go straight to Molly, and she is quick to respond.

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PRESS RELEASE: Wilsonville, OR, Nov. 1, 2020

WILSONVILLE, OREGON HAS A NEW MASCOT Kevin Ferrasci O’Malley, CEO of the Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce, announced today that after a rigorous application process, Wilson C. Bear has been selected as the brand-new mascot for the Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce!

“Our Board of Directors felt that 2020 has been a very tough year for both our Wilsonville businesses and our residents.” said Ferrasci-O'Malley. “We wanted to figure out a way to spread a little more fun and joy.”

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Wilson C. Bear "The consensus was that Wilsonville should have a mascot ... a cheerleader for our community. Wilson C. Bear was far and away our best applicant for this job. In his interviews he showed great enthusiasm, commitment and pride in our City of Wilsonville.”

Ferrasci-O'Malley added “Wilson C. Bear is a fun, lovable bear whose job it is to champion our local businesses and to connec t our entire Wilsonville community in a fun and interesting way.”

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ANNOUNCING THE FIRST EVER "WHERE’S WILSON C. BEAR" CONTEST Beginning on November 1st and continuing for 8 weeks until December 25th, everyone in Wilsonville is invited to join in and take part in the Where’s Wilson C. Bear Contest! Each week, Wilson C. Bear will be “safely” hidden somewhere in Wilsonville. (We’ll be following State of Oregon health guidelines. Wilson C. Bear could be outdoors or indoors. But you will always be able to snap a photo of him from at least 12 feet away.)

THERE WILL BE DAILY AND WEEKLY PRIZES, AND YOU HAVE TWO WAYS TO WIN: $25 GIFT CARDS: watch the daily WACC Livestream@ Noon* either the live or the recorded version to hear the “SECRET WORD” and then you can take that “SECRET WORD” and enter it into the random drawing for $25 gift cards $50 GIFT CARDS: watch the Friday WACC Livestream@ Noon* either live or the recorded version to find out "Where’s Wilson C. Bear." The first person each week to find Wilson C. Bear and text a picture of themselves with Wilson C. Bear safely in the background wins a $50 gift card ... plus bragging rights.

If you are a local business or local non-profit and would like information on sponsorship, please email: kevin@ wilsonvillechamber.com or phone 503-682-0411 x:2. *Here’s where and how to watch WACC Livestream@ Noon either live or the recorded version later: • WACC's Facebook page: facebook.com/wilsonvillechamber • Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce YouTube page

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On this episode, Justin Timm of Frog Pond Farms, fills us in on what their 70 animals have been up to! It’s pumpkin patch season and Frog Pond Farms has some exciting events and creative ways to get your family feeling festive all while keeping socially distanced. Did you know llamas are 6 feet long?!

SOUTH METRO VIRTUAL JOB/ CAREER FAIR 12/2/2020 TWO EVENTS: Noon-2pm or 4-6pm Excellent local, regional, and national companies will have tables in our virtual conference hall. You will be able to gather information and chat with employers and recruiters from the South Metro Area (Canby, Wilsonville, Sherwood, Tualatin). If you'd like to take it to the next step you will also be able to video interview privately at this event or schedule for another day/time.

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H O L I D AY S A T T H E FA R M Written By Dennis McNabb environment. I think it’s safe to say that we’re all extremely grateful for everything they’ve done to keep the spirit of the season alive during such troubled times.

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t’s hard to believe, but The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year is right around the corner! We’ve all had so many distractions and difficulties this year, it’s probably been a bit difficult to think about the holidays and what they’re even going to look like. Are we still going to be able to have our traditional family gatherings? Are we still going to have all of the fun hustle and bustle of shopping and holiday markets?

So many of our favorite time-honored traditions have either been modified to be nearly unrecognizable or outright forfeited this year, of course we’re all concerned about being able to enjoy the holiday season in any sort of way that feels familiar and comforting.

Well, our friends at Frog Pond Farm are right there with us, and they want to do everything in their power to make sure this season has just as much magic, love, and joy as usual!

Hopefully you were able to make it out to the farm in October and delight in their Pumpkin Patch Farm Safari extravaganza. Justin Timm and his whole family put in a tremendous amount of time, money, and energy to modify their usual set-up there so that we could all enjoy our regular family-friendly fall festivities in a safe

How can we thank them? That’s a great question with a simple answer: by going back out to see them to pick out the perfect tree at their Christmas Tree Farm, and check out their cute little store loaded with beautiful, locally-crafted seasonal wares!

For all of you who’ve made this a part of your annual Christmas traditions, there are a few slight modifications this year. But fear not, Justin and his family are once again going above and beyond to provide you with the most authentic Country Christmas they can while abiding by CDC and state guidelines.

If you haven’t been out to Frog Pond Farm before, just know that it’s the best place to go in the area to get the most beautiful locally-grown Christmas trees.

They have a wide selection of pre-cut trees in many varieties, including Noble Firs, Douglas Firs, Nordmann Firs, and others. They will be fully staffed with friendly farmhands who can help you pick out your tree, give it a fresh cut, shake it, and bale it (wrap it up tight for the trip home).

For those of you who are not interested in getting out of your cars

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and exploring the grounds, they will have curbside pick-up available, and they are also offering a delivery service within the Portland-metro area, but please make sure to call the farm staff ahead of time for details if that interests you.

If you do visit the farm in person (and you really should), once your tree is picked and packed, be sure to visit their fantastic Country Christmas Store.

Inside you will find gorgeous, elegant, and hand-crafted ornaments, as well as toys, gifts, and seasonal decor. Many of the items are provided by local artists, and this isn’t the kind of stuff you can find just anywhere. The entire experience of visiting a tree farm for

the holidays is one that people drive hundreds of miles out into the country to find, and yet we have it right here in Wilsonville. Lucky us!

And last (but by no means least) they have animals! In similar fashion to what you saw at their Pumpkin Patch Farm Safari in October, they are having a safari-style animal viewing in December. They’re still working out some of the finer details on that, but rest assured that you and your family, as in years past, will still have a chance to visit the animals this Christmas season.

2020 has been a rough year for all of us, and there’s seemingly been very little to celebrate. It can be very difficult to keep our heads up when so many things around us seem to be pushing us down, but call me an optimist! I think we can finish this year stronger than ever if we remember the things that really matter. Let’s enjoy those simple pleasures of the season with our families, and let’s come together as a community and appreciate the true meaning behind all that we celebrate this time of year.

Justin Timm and the whole family at Frog Pond Farm want everyone to know how much they appreciate you, the Wilsonville community, and they are all about providing you with the best seasonal traditions around. Whether you’ve gone out there every year or it’s your first time, make the trip out to visit them and start the season off on the right foot.

Frog Pond Farm is located at 2995 SW Advance Road in Wilsonville. For more information give them a call at 503-475-5997, visit their website at www.thefrogpondfarm.com, or find them on Facebook.

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his is the time of year when we usually gather together with friends and family to reminisce about times past, celebrate our wins of the year, share the burden of our losses, and of course give thanks. It goes without saying that this year has been an especially difficult one, but here’s the thing: we still have something to be thankful for.

If nothing else, this year has taught us to appreciate the simpler things in life, such as the mere fact that we have a roof over our heads and food on the table. The struggle to maintain even those simple things for some in our communities has brought it into stark relief how fortunate we generally are on a daily basis. So it is in that spirit of appreciation, of giving thanks, that Sherine and Jaimy of Beltran Properties Group want to thank you, their clients and community members, for sticking with them through these challenging times.

For the Beltrans, showing their gratitude is not simply a once-a-year kind of thing. It’s a way of life, and in years past they have thrown some extravagant customer appreciation parties as a primary way of thanking their clients. Gorgeous, elegant, and sophisticatedly themed 28 • WILSONVILLE LIVING MAGAZINE • NOVEMBER 2020

events, like their Black and White Night, and their Jazz Soirée; these parties always feature a great atmosphere, great entertainment, and great food and drink. Every year, they’ve gone all out to show their customers how much they’re valued, and they’ve had a fantastic time doing so.

What’s most notable and so important to recognize here, though, is that these events are not just obligatory functions begrudgingly held to appease their clientele. For Jaimy and Sherine, all that they do comes from the heart.

The Beltran team sincerely loves and appreciates everyone they work with and the community they serve.

This year, for obvious reasons, they are sadly unable to throw their normal “party-to-end-all-parties.” They are unable to thank all of you in person, the way they’d like to, so instead they want to thank you in writing. All of you at home reading this - feel free to go put on a suit or fancy dress, make your favorite drink, and get ready for a toast, because here it is: “To the Wilsonville Community and to Beltran Property Group! Thanks for another year of continued partnership, love and support!”

Here are some personal words from each of the team members written to you, their valued customers and neighbors: “We are incredibly grateful for our

who have shopped for others in need and provided

clients and vendor partners this year...

support for the firefighters and the victims of the fires,

more than ever! We like to know

and the overall ‘family’ feeling that our communities

who we get to thank for sending us

have shown for all in need this year.”

- Ethan Frelly

clients and we track these things fairly closely, but even with this careful

“I am so grateful to have found a

attention to our business in 2020, we were shocked when

team that supports me and my goals.

we realized that over 88% of our current clients were either

I’m also grateful that our company

past clients with a repeat sale, referred to us by clients, or

was able to transition to the virtual

referred to us by a close friend or business partner. That

world flawlessly.”

statistic was staggering to us! And we are humbled by it. In

- Michelle Benikov

a year where so much has been unprecedented, so much has been different, challenging, and just plain difficult, it was

“I’m grateful for our easy-going and

really incredible to know that through it all, our friends,

cooperative clients that are so entrusting

our past clients and our partners stuck with us. We are SO

of the team and our business practices.

beyond grateful, we are blown away by you all.

I’m thankful for the integrity and professionalism of our agents that make

“As 2020 starts to wrap up, we just want to say, again, thank you for honoring us with your business. Thank you for trusting us and our team with your sale and with your friends and family. Thank you for supporting us. We are so full of gratitude for each one of you. And to our incredible team and their families, those who work so hard to ensure that each sale is a success, we say thank you. And to our vendor partners, again, we could not be here without your support, so thank you!”

transaction management that much more fluid. I’m grateful for the job security I feel while working in residential real estate at a time when other sectors of the economy have unfortunately struggled to bounce back. I’m thankful for the relationships I’ve built within the team and within the community through real estate transactions.”

- Jesse Ellis “I’m grateful for the trusted allied

- Jaimy and Sherine Beltran

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“I am very grateful for the ability

things get done. I’m thankful for

to work during what has been a

Zoom and virtual backgrounds. I’m

challenging year for us all. I am

grateful for the swift action of the FED

grateful for the clients who have not

to keep the country from falling into

been as affected by the shut down

another huge recession. And most importantly, I’m grateful

and their willingness to shop during

for my team.”

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