Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
Theatre in the Grove will open the dark comedy 'Arsenic and Old Lace' on May 30 at a historic theater on Pacific Ave and run select shows until June 15.
Set in 1940s Brooklyn, the play follows the Brewster sisters as they serve a twisted elderberry wine recipe that shocks guests + sparks wild turns.
After a bill that would have banned student cell phone use in schools statewide failed to advance in the Senate, Governor Tina Kotek said she is exploring executive action to enforce a ban that she believes will improve student outcomes & mental health.
Lawmakers raised concerns over enforcement and funding during discussions and critics wanted more flexible policies for breaks.
Westview sophomore Melinee Udom won the 6A girls state golf championships at Emerald Valley Golf Course in Creswell on May 19 and 20 — she defeated Lakeridge’s Hannah Wendorf by two shots.
Nature Invaders
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Jackson Bottom Wetlands — Free entry — Explore invasive species and enjoy fun family activities like crafts and scavenger hunts.
Weekly Zumba Class
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Join a lively Zumba class to get your heart pumping and have fun dancing.
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises to boost both physical and mental fitness.
Flower Hour - Ladies Night Out
7-8:30 p.m. — Farmington Gardens — $18.00 — Learn the art of flower arranging and take home your own stunning bouquet!
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a fun mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises to enhance both brain power and stability.
Zumba Class for Everyone
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lively Zumba class that’s open to all ages and skill levels.
Helvetia Half Marathon
Helvetia Half Marathon — Morning event — Gordon Faber Recreation Complex — Registration required — Race through scenic Washington County with options for the whole family.
Duplicate Bridge
12-4 p.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $1 — Sharpen your mind with the ultimate test of strategy, memory, and decision-making.
Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Community Senior Center — $45 — Receive professional nail trimming and foot inspections by a certified Foot Care Nurse.
Bingo Night at the Community Senior Center
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets starting at $1 — Enjoy an evening of bingo with great prizes and food options at the Bistro.
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