Premiere Issue
Your Summer Smile Checklist
9 DENTAL NEEDS FOR SUMMER
Is my 6-month cleaning already on the calendar?
Summer schedules fill quickly. If you’re due, now is the time to reserve your visit.
Have I noticed bleeding when I brush or floss?
Seasonal allergies, mouth breathing, and routine changes can irritate gums — but bleeding is still worth checking.
Am I staying hydrated enough?
Warm Oregon days, outdoor activities, and travel can contribute to dry mouth, which may increase cavity risk.
Have my summer drinks changed?
Sparkling water, lemon water, kombucha, iced coffee, and cocktails can be surprisingly hard on enamel.
Am I ready for summer photos, weddings, or special events?
If you’ve been thinking about whitening, veneers, crowns, or a more confident smile, start the conversation soon.
Do I have missing, loose, or failing teeth I’ve been ignoring?
Dental implants can restore confidence, comfort, and function — and planning ahead gives you more options.
Do cold drinks or sweet treats make my teeth sensitive?
Sensitivity can be an early sign of enamel wear, gum recession, or a cavity starting to form.
Am I traveling with unfinished dental treatment?
Avoid a dental emergency away from home by taking care of lingering issues before you leave.
Does my teen need a wisdom teeth evaluation? Summer break is often an ideal time for assessment, treatment, and recovery before school activities resume.
Letter from the Publisher
It is with the utmost joy and excitement that we present to you, our readers, the premiere issue of Tualatin Valley City Lifestyle. This started as a dream for both my husband and I. Then, with a leap of faith, some hard work, and countless hours meeting the incredible people who make up our community, we find ourselves here. We are immensely proud and grateful to get to share this publication with you and can’t wait for you to dis cover with us what lies ahead.
My husband and I have been married for 21 years, and we’re raising two teenage daughters together here in Sherwood. They keep us busy, as teenagers tend to do, and have helped us learn along the way the significance of community. We started Tualatin Valley City Lifestyle to highlight the stories, people, businesses and events that make this place we call home so special.
In this premiere issue, we are celebrating with our “Gentlemen” theme. You’ll find a roundup of top golf courses and barber shops, as well as an inside look at a Wilsonville remodeling company proudly owned and run by father and son. This month, we get to celebrate the dads in our lives, and I’d like to personally shout out one of the best. This issue is dedicated to my dad – for his unwavering support and steadfast presence. I’m so lucky to be your daughter.
I’d also like to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to our Founding Partners. These local businesspeople love our community and share the belief and vision of this publication – to celebrate what’s great about Tualatin, Wilsonville and Sherwood. This magazine would not exist without your support, and we cannot thank you enough. Next month, we look forward to sharing our “Explore” issue with you! Summer explorations are the best, and we promise to inspire, entertain and connect you through our stories and highlights. With a full heart,
MELISSA ROSENBERRY, PUBLISHER @TUALATINVALLEYCITYLIFESTYLE
June 2026
PUBLISHER
Melissa Rosenberry
melissa.rosenberry@citylifestyle.com
EDITORIAL COORDINATOR
Abby Snethen | abigail.snethen@citylifestyle.com
PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Tim Rosenberry | tim.rosenberry@citylifestyle.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Abby Snethen
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Brian Simcoe
Corporate Team
CEO Steven Schowengerdt
President Matthew Perry
COO David Stetler
CRO Jamie Pentz
CoS Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Rachel Chrisman
LAYOUT DESIGNER Jayme Emery
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Hannah Leimkuhler
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New Smiles Dental NEWSMILES.COM
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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1: Tualatin Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine hosting Lake Oswego Chamber for their 3rd Anniversary. 2: Genevieve Ford - Lions - longtime Lake Oswego chamber member. 3: Dr. Julia Walls addressing the Lake Oswego Chamber. 4: A packed house learning how to start a remodeling project. 5: Owner/President Robert Wood walks through the design/build process. 6: Ivan France shares 3D drawings of recent projects to show what’s possible. 7: Al’s Garden Center Spring Fashion Show
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the CITY LIST
We have such amazing, innovative business leaders in our community who are proud to serve you, our residents, with class and quality. We’ve compiled some of our top company picks for the services that might be on your mind this month in an effort to make your lives a little easier.
Best Golf Course/Country Club
Langdon Farms Golf Club
https://langdonfarms.com/ | 503.678.4653
Charbonneau Country Club
https://charbonneaucountryclub.com/ | 503.694.2300
Willamette Valley Country Club https://www.willamettevalleycc.com/ | 503.266.4066
Tualatin Country Club https://www.tualatincountryclub.com/ | 503.692.1122
The Oregon Golf Club https://oregongolfclub.com/ | 503.650.6900
Best Barber
The Fix Barber Shop https://thefixbarbershop.com/ | 503.342.6792
The Barbers https://thebarbersonline.com/ | 503.610.1299
Wilsonville Barber 503.682.2650
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Antique Barbershop
https://antique-barbershop.com/ | 503.684.3042
Ishues Mobile Barbershop https://www.ishuesbarber.com/ | 503.305.6533
SHERWOOD’S LITTLE TASTE OF SOUTHERN
WHEN REAL SOUTHERN CUISINE MEETS A CLOSE-NIT OREGON TOWN
ARTICLE BY ABBY SNETHEN PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN SIMCOE
Lanie and Justin Holbert moved to Sherwood, Oregon from Canton, Georgia over 10 years ago with a dream– to eventually own their own restaurant. Three years after their move, Bobby Anderson, Lanie's brother, and his husband, Charlie Juarez, decided it was their time to reside in the small Oregon town.
The Anderson’s Tavern, located off of Pacific Highway, is in a vintage 1902 building that was formerly a mattress store and is now the home of an authentic Southern restaurant. Dark green walls, an original 1900s fireplace, wooden structures, calm
“I want you to taste the love that I put into it. I want people to feel like they are eating something their grandma made.”
Anderson's fried green tomatoes
lighting and plenty of seating greets any customer’s eye as they walk in to smell fried green tomatoes, chicken, collard greens and homemade biscuits.
The Tavern consists of two rooms; one for sit down dining and the other for games and drinks. The main room has a full bar with seating, an island table for larger groups and around a dozen smaller tables. Past the bar, you will find another room with two pool tables that you can enjoy for free, large televisions for sporting events and garage doors that open when the weather permits.
Growing up in the food industry, and with an immaculate palate for Southern cuisine, Lanie knew that she would end up in the food business, and more importantly, with her own place. She has spent about three decades in food and beverage with her brother closely following suit with 22 years of experience in the same industry.
Bobby has managed multiple restaurants in the Sherwood area with regulars following him every step of the way. “They aren’t just regulars to me,” said Bobby. “I’ve built friendships.” People who didn’t eat at his old places of work now sit down
at Anderson’s, enjoying the food with every lasting bite.
Although home for these couples is thousands of miles away, the Holbert’s and Anderson’s feel that they have brought a part of Georgia with them. “We bring something different to Sherwood,” said Lanie. Sherwood, similar to Canton, has a “small town feel” according to Lanie. Sherwood’s sense of community, connections and diverse walks of life is what has made the whole family want to stay.
Annie Fields, the general manager at Anderson’s, has been family friends
Back seating area with open garage doors, pool and more
“I have met all these people, and they aren’t just regulars to me, I’ve built friendships. I’ve formed those bonds.”
with Bobby for years. She has followed him across the country to join him in his restaurant opening and to add her own flare to the menu. She grew up in the baking industry and makes their sweet and fruity banana pudding.
Near the kitchen, you can see a canvas that has copies of old family recipes from grandparents to great aunts. Lanie has perfected recipes throughout the years, adding a Pacific Northwest touch to some of her food items, but with the same amount of Southern love. “I want you to taste the love I put into it,” said Lanie when asked what makes her restaurant stand out from others. Their food and warm greetings make you feel right at home with a dash of nostalgia as you indulge in home cooked cuisines.
Their head chef, Jose Trejo, comes to the tavern around 8am every day to prepare food and meals for opening time at 4pm. Even in chaotic rush hours, Anderson’s ensures that every customer will be seated in a timely manner and served fresh hot dishes.
The Anderson’s and Holbert’s have created a wonderful rapport with the customers that come in, receiving compliments on their consistency, welcoming energy, delicious food, and homey appeal. “Even in chaos, they are shocked by how efficient we are,” said Bobby.
In a growing gluten-free world, Anderson’s has made a point to make about 43 percent of their menu with gluten free options. “I wanted to make these things that are not typically gluten-free, gluten-free, like our fried chicken and pasta,” said Lanie. It is a key component of how they operate having had family members and friends who have Celiac Disease or gluten sensitivities.
Although this is the only Anderson’s Tavern location, all four owners want to open more locations down the road. Their love for food and for creating lasting friendships with customers is ever growing. Creating food that gives a nostalgic feeling is a craft that not many can master but to the Anderson’s and Holbert’s it comes with ease.
Bobby Anderson (left), Lanie Holbert, Charlie Juarez (right)
Anderson's full bar experience next to an original 1900s fireplace
GRANDMAMA’S
RECIPE IRISH CREAME
Anderson’s Tavern’s homemade Irish cream recipe for you to try at home
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
• Large blender
• Irish Whiskey
• Eggs
• Whipping cream
• Instant coffee
• Chocolate syrup
• Almond Extract
• Vanilla extract
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Bottles for storage
STEPS AND MEASUREMENTS:
1. 1 3/4 cups of Irish Whiskey
2. 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
3. 1 cup of whipping cream
4. 4 eggs
5. 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup
6. 2 teaspoons of instant coffee
7. 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
8. 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
Blend all ingredients in a blender and put into bottles. Store in the refrigerator for 6 weeks, then enjoy!
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SUMMER GRILL RECIPES
ARTICLE BY KATIE BOBROW
THESE DELICIOUS RECIPES ARE LIGHT, BRIGHT AND FEEL LIKE SUMMER
The sun has returned, and grilling season is upon us. With the nice weather comes vegetable gardens and fresh produce, along with the overwhelming desire to be outside as much as possible. We’ve compiled some fresh and light dishes that you can shop for at your local farmers market and whether you’re looking for a quick mid-week meal or something to grill for a crowd on the weekend these dishes won’t disappoint. These pair well together or can stand on their own!
INGREDIENTS:
• 2lbs. Outside skirt steak*
• 2 Tablespoons lime*
• 2 Tablespoons finely, chopped cilantro
• ¼ Cup olive oil or avocado oil
• ¼ White onion, finely chopped
• 1 Tablespoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Place skirt steak into gallon freezer bag
2. Combine all other ingredients in bowl and mix. Pour over steak and marinate for 3-4 hours or overnight in the fridge.
3. Bring skirt steak to room temperature by letting it sit out for one hour.
4. Get your grill hot on one side and medium on the other.
SIMPLE SKIRT STEAK
5. Once the grill is ready, wipe excess marinade off steak. Starting on the hot side, place skirt steak on grill for 2 minutes per side, attaining a nice sear.
6. Transfer steak to the cooler side of grill and cook until the internal temp is 130°. Let rest for 10 minutes (temp will rise while resting).
7. Carve and serve. This dish pairs well with beans and rice or served as tacos. Following is a chimichurri sauce that compliments it nicely.
*Outside skirt steak is a more tender cut than inside skirt steak, for this recipe outside skirt is recommended. Do not use too much lime as the citrus can cook the meat before putting it on the grill, resulting in a tougher texture.
SUM MER
CHIMICHURRI
INGREDIENTS:
• ½ Cup parsley, finely chopped
• ½ Cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Red chili (whole or deseeded depending on desired level of heat)
• ½ Teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 1 Tablespoon lime juice (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in a bowl. You can make this in the late morning and let it sit for around 4-6 hours, or you can make it the day before and let the flavors meld overnight in the fridge. Just be sure to take it out and get it to room temp before you serve it, as olive oil hardens in the fridge. Serve over skirt steak or tacos.
ROASTED CORN SALSA
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 Ears sweet corn
• 10oz. Cherry tomatoes
• ¼ Cup lime juice
• 1 Finely chopped jalapeno or serrano (whole or deseeded depending on desired level of heat)
• ¼ Cup cilantro, finely chopped
• ½ Cup white onion, chopped
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced
• Salt to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Grill corn, you do not need to soak the corn beforehand.
2. Place corn on the grill (inside their husks) over medium heat turning every few minutes.
3. After 10 to 12 minutes shuck the corn and put the cobs back on the grill for 2-4 minutes rotating frequently to achieve that charred look and flavor.
4. Cut the corn from the cob, place in bowl and add all other ingredients. Let the mixture meld for about an hour and serve with tortilla chips or as a taco garnish.
Crystal Remodeling: A Family Company
Serving the community for decades with remodels and dedication
Derek and Zach Brown are the proud owners of Crystal Remodeling, a company started by Derek’s father, Eugene, in the 1980s. As the company grows, one thing remains the same–their dedication to their customers.
After Derek’s father retired, a little over 25 years ago, Derek took over the company, starting small with room additions and simple remodels. Zach, Derek’s son, joined the team eight years ago adding a new perspective to the team by expanding their remodeling to kitchens and bathrooms.
As trends constantly change over the years, so do the options that Crystal Remodeling offers. The father and son team want their customers to take pride in the work that they have done, from their European style cabinets to their white quartz countertops, with their styles and ideas ever changing.
The Brown’s remodel kitchens, bathrooms, help with room additions, and other parts of houses if needed. Their counter tops, cabinets, shelves and various tiles and flooring offer customers a sense of autonomy by helping them fall in love with an important room in their home.
ARTICLE BY ABBY SNETHEN PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN SIMCOE
When walking into the Crystal Remodeling building, located just off of Interstate 5 South, you are faced with beautiful displays of cabinets, countertops, kitchen mock-ups, tile to choose from, diverse color options and a small business feel that will take care of all your needs.
Although their main focus and expertise lies within the kitchen and bathroom, no project is too big nor too small for the father-son duo to handle. Customers constantly remain at the forefront of their mind when they are taking on a project, carefully considering any detail that may impact the work. Eugene and Derek’s small team of two has now grown to a full panel of qualified individuals. “Crystal Remodeling is big enough to handle any project but small enough to still deal with the owners and remain face to face with customers,” said Derek.
Derek Brown (left) and Zach Brown (right)
Zach and Derek understand the importance of speaking with customers throughout a job and sticking with them until the very end. Nowadays, when dealing with large companies, customers may run into lack of communication from owners and contractors. With Crystal Remodeling, this is seldom the case. “Customers like to be able to see the people that sell them the job, throughout the job,” said Derek. People pay for quality, not just in the physical service that is being provided, but through communicative transparency.
Creating and sustaining a successful business comes down to one main factor: work ethic. The Brown’s pride themselves in creating a strong rapport with their customers, oftentimes creating lifelong friends in the process. Respect for every walk of life that enters their building door is always at the forefront of their minds. Thoroughly explaining the “why” of a project and turns that it might take is a part of their process, helping customers understand the project at its core rather than at face value.
Some may wonder how the inner workings of a family business may transpire, either inefficiently or in harmony. For Crystal Remodeling it is the latter. Having already been a family business, Zach integrated into the process with ease. Derek and Zach often have their own projects with little to no overlap. When collaboration is needed, they work smoothly together, helping one another with their different skill sets and ideas. “We all have the same goal of being members of the community,” said Derek, which makes it easy for the father-son duo to work together.
Full kitchen mock-up inside Crystal Remodeling's office building
Cabinet
for customers to experience and test
Derek and Zach have stayed in the greater Portland area for years, falling in love with every community they live in. Each town or city that they work with brings them unique projects, from older homes in Southwest Portland to newer homes in Wilsonville. They give their all into every contracting gig they are faced with, building up homes and customers in the process.
mock-up
Cabinet color options on display behind a gold alligator centerpiece
ELEVATE YOUR CLOSET
Everyone dreams of an organized and beautiful closet space, but it often comes last on the list of places that get our time and attention. Follow our nine tips for transforming and elevating your closet. How you organize your closet will of course differ based on the size of your space, the size of your wardrobe, and the kind of life you lead. But applying these guidelines will result in a much more organized and aesthetically pleasing space.
FACE CLOTHES THE SAME DIRECTION
It may seem silly, but when dealing with a small space, little things count. Hanging all clothes the same direction is a no-brainer for continuity in your closet.
8 WAYS TO ORGANIZE AND INJECT STYLE INTO YOUR SPACE
ARTICLE BY HALEY WILLIAMS | PHOTOGRAPHY
BY CASSANDRA CASTANEDA
USE REAL ESTATE WISELY
Reserve the front and middle of the closet for clothes worn most often. For someone who gets dressed for work each morning at 6 a.m., work clothes should be at the front of the closet. Store lesser-worn items like formal wear and out-of-season clothes toward the back and on the upper shelves. A large mirror and counter with chair provides the perfect spot to select jewelry and finalize finishing outfit touches. While every closet is different, the key here is everything has a home.
NEGATIVE SPACE
Using space efficiently is important, but keep in mind every good design includes some negative space. For instance, consider adding built-ins on the long wall of your closet but keep the short wall open with a mirror.
HIDDEN STORAGE
Hidden storage is a game changer in keeping a closet visually clean. Tuck folded clothes behind closed cabinet doors if the space is multipurpose. The floor-toceiling built-ins in Keri’s closet contain folded clothes, athleisure and other items she needs as she gets ready each day. Tuck away the least-used items: Use hidden storage and the very top of the closet for out-of-season items and stuff only worn a few times a year.
ORGANIZE BY KIND AND COLOR
Group clothes by kind first and color second. This ensures quick location of that favorite shirt when it’s needed. Bonus - it’s easy on the eye. Group like with like: Gather belts, sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, work pants, dresses, button-down shirts, jeans, shorts, etc., and decide the best place to store each item as a group (e.g., hang pants in the closet, fold and stack sweaters in a bureau). Working with groupings will help you figure out how much space you need and the best way to store each type of item.
UPGRADED HANGERS
The simplest and fastest way to make a BIG difference in your closet organization is to get matching hangers that go beyond the traditional plastic or wire hangers. And for sure ditch any with paper from the dry cleaner!
BAG & SHOE STORAGE
Alternate the way shoes are facing. This ultimately helps fit more on each row and provide a visually appealing way to display those prized possessions.
Everyone understands the frustration of searching for that one clutch when rushing out for the evening. Bags benefit from a space all their own. Get clear container storage for small bags and purses so you can locate and access them easily.
MAKE A STATEMENT
Why use an armchair when you have room for a sofa? Slide up a stool and colorful area rug to complete the look. If you have excessive wall space, consider a mini gallery wall or a statement wall with wallpaper to polish things off.
AN EXCERPT FROM EPISODE 6 OF SHARE THE LIFESTYLE, A CITY LIFESTYLE PODCAST
Photographer: Brittany Dawn Short
Creative Director: Jen Birn
Stylist: Stephanie Coultress O’Neill
Location: Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin, TX
MIKE JOHNSON HAS BUILT HIS LIFE AROUND ONE QUIETLY RADICAL IDEA: THE STANDARD YOU SET PRIVATELY IS THE ONLY ONE THAT MATTERS.
After eight years in the Air Force, a celebrated run on national television, and a health crisis abroad that sent him deep into supply chains and ingredient certifications most founders never touch, the result is Oshun — a luxury ritual brand built on provenance you can trace and integrity you can verify. In an exclusive conversation for the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Mike shares what it actually takes to build something worth putting your name on. Read the highlights below, then scan the QR code for the full episode.
Q: YOU BECAME A FAN FAVORITE ON THE BACHELORETTE AND THEN LEFT THE SPOTLIGHT. YOU MOVED TO MEXICO, LEARNED SPANISH, THEN COSTA RICA, AND BUILT A COMPANY. WHAT DID THAT EXPERIENCE TEACH YOU ABOUT HUMAN BEHAVIOR?
A: “If you’re a good person going in, that shows. If you’re not, that shows too. I also learned that people form this parasocial relationship with you — they assume things about you. When all actuality, different circumstances bring out different parts of who you are. I was on TV trying to find love. The kindness people were showing after felt a bit fake, because they wanted to be a part of something that isn’t who I am individually, but a part of what they saw on TV. And so I had to get away from everybody and everything and the noise.”
THE QUIET STANDARD:
MIKE JOHNSON
“Too many people have prayed for me. So I’ve got to get up and do the walking.”
— Mike Johnson
Q: YOU JOINED THE AIR FORCE RIGHT OUT OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE. WHAT WERE YOU ACTUALLY RUNNING TOWARD?
A: “There was something in me that was saying: I’m not living up to my full potential. I was being a follower. My uncle said, ‘What’s going to make you become an adult the fastest?’ I said, obviously, the military. The Air Force broadened my thought process more than anything. We’re so caught up in our own perception — when you learn to understand different people’s perspectives, it adds to you in so many ways.”
Q: WITH OSHUN, YOU OWN YOUR MANUFACTURING, YOU EMPLOY A CHEMIST, EVERY PRODUCT HAS A BATCH NUMBER TRACEABLE TO ITS ORIGIN DATE. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO GO THAT DEEP WITH THE BRAND?
A: “The EU bans 1,100 ingredients in personal care products. The U.S. bans nine. That’s my starting point. Oftentimes, it might be the same ingredient, but it comes from a place where it doesn’t have the highest purity. And 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed. Every product Oshun makes carries a batch number that goes back to the exact day it was created — I can show you every single supplier, the date, the origin. I own more than one part of the supply chain because that’s the only way I can stand behind what’s in the bottle.”
This conversation is just the beginning. Mike goes deeper into why he’s buying land up north, the family in the Philippines who prayed over his factory floor, and what he’d tell every person ready to stop performing and start building. Scan the QR code for the full, exclusive City Lifestyle interview on the Share the Lifestyle podcast.
MIKE JOHNSON
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
JUNE 6TH
Tualatin Blender Dash
Tualatin Community Park | 9:00 AM
This colorful (and messy) run is for kids ages 5-15 to enjoy being active with themed runs that may include foam, bubbles, color and mud. Every participant will be given a fun goodie to remember their time at the Blender Dash! This event runs from 9am-1pm.
JUNE 6TH
Balsall Creek Events
18430 NE Calkins Ln, Newberg, OR 97132 | 4:00 PM
Hunt & Fish // Balsall Creek Supper Club Wine Pairing from 4pm-8pm. Tickets are $150 for multi-wine pairing dinner!
JUNE 11TH
Modern Movement Medicine
30485 SW Boones Ferry Rd UNIT 104 Wilsonville, OR 97070 | 5:30 PM
Struggling with knee, shoulder, or joint pain? Discover a new era of care with non-surgical, drug-free regenerative solutions designed to restore cushioning, support, and function—naturally. Join us for an exclusive event to learn how minimally invasive treatments can help you move better, feel stronger, and get back to doing what you love.
JUNE 19TH
Wilsonville Juneteenth Celebration
Wilsonville Town Center Park | 5:00 PM
Wilsonville's Juneteenth celebration is approaching its sixth annual event with live music, delicious food, activities and support from community organizations. This event is free but seating may be limited so bring your blankets and lawn chairs! The celebration runs from 5pm-8pm.
JUNE 22ND
Dealing with Emotionally Immature People Group
Online | 7:00 PM
This group is a supportive space for adults who grew up with caregivers who were emotionally unavailable, often leaving their children without the support needed for healthy emotional development. You will learn about emotionally immature parenting and how these experiences contribute to difficulties with emotional regulation, boundary-setting, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships in adulthood. Time: 7pm-8:30pm, 6 week online course.
JUNE 26TH
Oregon Midsummer Festival
Nordic Northwest Campus | 5:00 PM
Enjoy Oregon's Midsummer Festival this June by decorating flowers crowns, enjoying live music, eating a variety of foods, creating crafts with friends and family and shopping at local vendors. Times: June 26th 6pm-9pm and June 27th 10am-5pm
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ARTICLE BY MELISSA ROSENBERRY
Meet Your Publisher
My favorite restaurant nearby is Araceli’s Cocina in Sherwood. Mexican food is one of my love languages. Plus, it’s family owned, quaint and delicious!
We are dog crazy in our family! Yuki is the cranky old guy (white floof), Pepper is our peace-keeping middle “child” (grey fuzz) and Rossi is the gentle giant (except when he accidentally tramples his siblings).
My favorite movie? Probably Mary Poppins or Newsies. Give me a musical with lots of dancing and I’m a happy girl. Throw in a little childhood nostalgia and it’s perfection.
My favorite hobby currently is crocheting. Crafting is not my strong suit, but somehow I’ve found myself able to follow a crochet pattern and turn yarn into something useful!
Tim and I have been married for 21 years. I’m still trying to figure out how we are old enough for that to be true! We’re raising two teenage daughters in Sherwood, and love the community we get to call home.
