Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
Nurses and other health professionals at Kaiser Permanente in Oregon and Southwest Washington voted to authorize a strike as union leaders reported 97 percent approval among nearly 4,000 workers.
The union may give Kaiser a 10-day notice of strike action after contracts expire on September 30 — a move that could lead to changes in staffing and wages.
Friday night, local high school football games ended with Nelson edging Mountainside 42-35, Tigard beating Roosevelt 59-6 and Westview winning 56-28 while other teams posted scores such as Clackamas 47-33 and Tualatin 43-0.
Clackamas got ahead in the fourth quarter to beat Liberty 47 to 33—improving to a 2 to 2 record—while Liberty fell to 2 to 1.
Bingo Night at Hidden Creek
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Win prizes and socialize at this fun monthly bingo event for ages 14 and up.
Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $45 — Receive a professional foot care treatment with nail trim and inspection from a certified nurse.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve — Free entry — Discuss community parks and recreational initiatives at the monthly commission meeting.
48th Annual Festival of Quilts
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Wingspan Event & Conference Center — Entry fee not specified — Explore over 300 stunning quilts and enjoy demonstrations at this annual quilting celebration.
Family Open Studios
10 AM – 12 PM — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of art making together with friends and family, exploring materials and storytelling.
Sunday Best Tasting at Jeju PDX
12:00 – 4:30 p.m. — CHO Wines — $40 — Enjoy curated wine tastings and gourmet snack boxes from James Beard nominated Chef Peter Cho.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a blend of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance your balance and cognitive abilities.
Portland Gem and Mineral Show
10 AM – 6 PM — Westside Commons — $7 for weekend pass — Explore an exciting array of gems, minerals, and fossils while the kids enjoy special activities.
Gymtastics Play Zone
1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 for residents, $6 for non-residents — Encourage your child's physical creativity with fun movement-based play activities.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a unique mix of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance your balance and cognitive skill.
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