Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
The Oregon Humane Society and Migration Brewing have partnered for a contest that lets pet owners enter to have their pet’s photo on a can for Best Buds beer, with three winners chosen.
The contest runs through July 28 and winners will be announced in August — Migration donates $1 per six-pack sold to support pet care programs.
Hillsboro residents have rallied with a petition after Providence Health & Services announced it will close the 45,000-square-foot Reed’s Crossing fitness center on July 31.
Community members argue the center is vital for local seniors and others, and they contend that transferring to a more distant gym will limit access to essential exercise.
A judge in Washington granted an emergency restraining order on Monday halting the deportation of a Portland family—this order allows the family, including four children detained without cause, to have access to legal counsel amid appeals from local lawmakers.
Library on the Loose Outreach Event
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Orenco Woods Nature Park — Free entry — Explore literacy games, activities, and live performances in a natural setting.
Free Zumba Class for All
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free — Enjoy a lively Zumba class and dance your way to fitness with community members.
La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival 2025
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Hillsboro Farmers' Markets — Free entry — Experience vibrant chalk art and local performances at this unique summer festival.
Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Pacific University Forest Grove Campus — $Varies — Celebrate automotive elegance at the 51st Forest Grove Concours d’Elegance featuring Porsche displays.
Mexican Train Dominoes
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun morning of playing Mexican Train with community members at the senior center.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — A dynamic class combining Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises to enhance both brain power and stability.
Arts & Culture Council Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Stay updated on Hillsboro's arts initiatives and access meeting materials through the new CivicWeb Portal.
Oldies Tribute Concert by Johnny Limbo and The Lugnuts
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Shute Park — Free entry — Experience the nostalgic sounds of the 50's, 60's, and 70's with a lively tribute band in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Line Dancing at Senior Center
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance your heart out with expert instructors in a fun community setting.
Mexican Train Dominoes
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun match of Mexican Train Dominoes with fellow enthusiasts at the Senior Center.
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