VALENTINE’S DAY

West Linn is offering a couple fun Valentine’s options to choose from this year:

Family Valentine’s Day Dance will be taking place on Friday, February 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the West Linn Adult Community Center for ages 4-12 and their parents and guardians. Enjoy music, dancing, refreshments and photo opportunities Be sure to register beforehand online. Tickets are $15.

Sip & Shop Valentine’s Market is being hosted by Triskelee Farm in West Linn from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, February. 11. The event will include the opportunity to purchase goods from local vendors, treats, massages, bottle service, food and more. For more information, visit triskeleefarm.com/events.

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

Spring Break may be seven weeks away but it’s never too early to register your kids for activities that week if you’re planning to stay home.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL. In the past, the Community School has offered programs during Spring Break. Information was not available at press time so check their website and/or call 503.534.2302.

LAKE OSWEGO PARKS AND RECREATION. Register by calling 503.675.2549 or on their website.
■ Mighty Hawks Multi-Sport Camp for ages 5-7 and 7-12. This Skyhawks camp will have your kids enjoying soccer and baseball. Monday, March 27 through Friday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at East Waluga Park, 15505 Quarry Road for 5-7-year-old’s and Hazelia Field at 17800 SW Stafford Rd. for ages 7-12. Fee is $159 for both residents and non-residents. Register by visiting the Skyhawks site or calling 1.800.804.3509.
■ Intro to Fencing Camp for ages 7-12. Learn the basic skills of this Olympic sport that challenges quick thinking, coordination, strength and agility. All equipment provided. Monday, March 27 through Thursday, March 30 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Christ Church Parish, 1060 Chandler Road. Fee for Course #25672: $116/Resident; $133/Non-Resident.
■In My Backyard Camp for ages 5-12. Kids get to explore Lake Oswego’s very own Luscher Farm and its surroundings on daily nature hikes where they’ll learn about birds, bugs, bees and what makes a garden grow. Science experiments and games round out a lineup of fun activities. Monday, March 27 through Friday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Fee for Course #25614: $194/Resident; $223 Non-Resident. (At posting time, this camp was already full but you can request to be put on the waitlist.)
■Minecraft Engineering with LEGO® Materials for ages 5-7. Play-Well Teknologies staff will be the guides as kids venture into the world of Minecraft building their base, crafting their tools, using their Minecart to harvest raw resources and battling to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Monday, March 27 through Friday, March 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Christ Church Parish, 1060 Chandler Road. Fee for Course #225326: $160/Resident; $184/Non-Resident.

■PEAKE ACADEMY/PLAY BOUTIQUE.  Check their website or try calling for information. 464 First Street. 503.675.7529.

MOUNTAIN PARK KIDZONE. Mountain Park Rec Center was still in the planning stages and hoping to know the status of Spring Break Camps by the end of this week so call 503.635.3561 or email kidzone@mtparkhoa.com for updated information at that time. In the past, the spring break camps have been offered for ages 5-12 and included sports, swimming, arts and crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, group games and more at Mountain Park Clubhouse. Fees varied depending on whether for the full week or full day. Mt. Jefferson Terrace.

THE LITTLE GYM. Due to short staffing, Lake Oswego’s Little Gym will not be offering Spring Break camps this year.

Spring Break can be a good time to look at homes for sale in Lake Oswego if you’re thinking of moving. I’ll be around so give me a call at 503.939.9801 or email me at kevin.costello@cascadehassonsir.com. Would love to show you around.
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