Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
Hillsboro caretaker Jack Patrick Hauser, 47, pleaded guilty on June 13 to human trafficking and forcing a man with intellectual disabilities to sell snacks at the Hillsboro Esplanade — he exploited nearly every aspect of the victim’s life — and he will serve a two-year prison sentence under the Oregon Department of Corrections.
The Helvetia Lavender Festival will celebrate 18 years on July 4-6 and July 11-13 at Helvetia Lavender Farm (12814 N.W.
Bishop Road) with vendors, live music, food, and family activities while raising funds for Samaritan Ministries in Ukraine. The event runs Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and costs $10 per adult with free parking and free entry for children under 13.
The Hillsboro Hops split a series of six games with Eugene after losing three matches and then winning the final three — tying the series.
Their losses and a sweep of Spokane by the Vancouver Canadians caused the team to lose its top spot in the Northwest League standings, and they now trail by two games with three contests left in the first half.
Weekly BINGO Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets start at $1 — Enjoy an evening of bingo with friends and community at the senior center.
Gem Faire
12-6 p.m. — Westside Commons — Admission fees apply — Discover a dazzling array of gems and jewelry at America's best showcase.
Helvetia Wine Run 5k
7-11 a.m. — Helvetia Vineyards & Winery — Registration required — A scenic 5k run/walk paired with delightful wine and community spirit awaits.
19th Annual Latino Cultural Festival
5 AM – 12 PM — Hillsboro Ballpark — Free entry — Celebrate vibrant Latin culture with entertainment, delicious cuisine, and a competitive futsal tournament.
Mexican Train Dominoes
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun and social game of dominoes with friends at the Senior Center.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises for enhanced brain power and stability.
Arts & Culture Council Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Engage in discussions on community arts and culture initiatives.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Administration Office — Free entry — Engage with community initiatives and explore the new CivicWeb Portal for meeting information.
Line Dancing Session
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance and move your feet one step at a time with expert instruction.
Park Pop-Up Kick-off at Shute Park
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Shute Park — Free entry — Experience family fun with Rollin' Rec, Wetlands on Wheels, and more at the kick-off event in Hillsboro.
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