Thursday, July 02, 2009

Hood River County Library Summer Reading Program

Highlights include 'Creative Club', which will showcase an artist or creative idea each week and a trip to the art gallery, 'Open Studio' for unstructured creative time for all ages (art supplies provided - you bring the ideas) and more. Pick up details & dates at the Hood River County Library Children's Desk. We also have info on Parkdale Library Happenings.

4th of July Celebrations

Maryhill Museum, WAAAM Museum and communities throughout the Gorge are planning celebrations. Check out details on our events calendar.

Families at the Fort Series at Ft. Dalles Museum!

Plant a garden, prepare wool from sheep, try a treadle sewing machine & more at the Ft. Dalles Museum on 500 W. 15th & Garrison Streets in The Dalles. Throughout the spring and summer, this series is for families and individuals of all ages. Activities will take place from 11am to 3pm on scheduled days from May through September. See our events page for the next event.

The Parent Network Newsletter

We know parenting is a 24-hour a day, 7 day a week job. This newsletter offers a collection of ideas, stories and tips designed to help you learn what to expect-and how to handle the unexpected. It's an excellent resource from the Klickitat/Skamania County Community Network.

Updated 2009 Family Activity Guide for Hood River County

Check out parenting resources, classes, events, support groups and more, brought to you by New Parent Services.

Also see the Strengthing Families Flier for details on this great opportunity for parents and youth 9-14 years old.

Music & Me - Rhythm & Jive

Want to expose your 0-5 year old to some great local music?? Check out the fun music series at Wonderworks Museum.

Recommended Websites for Kids

The Hood River County Library announces that the Association of Library Services to Children has created a guide to parents for their child’s online use.  See their recommended websites for kids.

Wonderworks Museum Activities

This grassroots museum for Children is offering excellent children's programs and entertainment throughout the year.

Hood River County Playgroups

New Parent Services has a list of local playgroups and parenting support groups.

State School Superintendent Castillo Recognizes the 2009 Outstanding Oregon Community/School Partnership

The partnership between Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital and Hood River County School District has been named as the recipient of the 2009 Outstanding Community/School Partnership Award.

Free Concerts at the Fort!

At Ft. Dalles Museum in the Dalles, the 4th Sunday of each Month, enjoy live music on the Shady Museum Grounds through the summer.

White Salmon Library Summer Reading Program

Stop by the library and pick up a reading log. Earn prizes for every 5 hours of reading. See our list of special events...

Scholastic Summer Reading Ideas

Scholastic has a family friendly website with loads of resources for parents. If you're looking for some literacy based ideas, then check out this link.

Tumbleweed Photography

Tumbleweed specializes in creating unique, family stories through their style of organic photography.

Parenting Classes in The Dalles

Great educational opportunities abound for parents of children ranging in age from toddlerhood to teens in current Wasco County Parenting classes!

Good Parenting Support

Here are a few excellent places to check for information or to call when you, a parent or a teenager you know needs some quick support and help. Parent Trust for Washington Children.

Parent Trust Family Help Line: 1-800-932-HOPE (4673) - Toll-free in Washington State.
Washington State Teenline:1-800-562-1240

Parents of Multiples

Gorge Parents of Multiples s a support group for parents of multiple birth children currently holding meetings the second Monday of every month. Call Please contact Gayle Huwe at 541-399-2719 if you are interested in attending.