The Pittock Mansion, bedecked for Christmas 2011.Events are free unless noted. Fees usually include materials; call to confirm. All area codes are 503 unless noted.
EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28
Let's Talk Gardening:
Share gardening success secrets with fellow gardeners. Weekly 11 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. West Linn Adult Community Center, 1180 Rosemont Road, West Linn;
or 557-4704
ONGOING
"Architecture and Cityscapes":
Works in diverse mediums and sizes by Portland-area artists. Ends Jan. 31. Architectural Heritage Center, 701 S.E. Grand Ave.; $3 (free admission through December);
or 231-7264
"Christmas Around the World":
This year's bedecking of the mansion features 23 rooms filled with multicultural Christmas customs and traditions. Open during museum hours, through Jan. 2; see website for schedule. Pittock Mansion, 3229 N.W. Pittock Drive; $6-$9;
or 823-3623
Garden Photography Member Show:
Lan Su's photography members will display photographs inspired by a garden, many capturing the magic of Lan Su itself. During garden hours, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 31 (closed Christmas Day; closes at 4 p.m. Dec. 24 and Dec. 31). Lan Su Chinese Garden, Northwest Third Avenue and Everett Street; free with garden admission ($6.50-$8.50);
or 228-8131
Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park:
4-9:30 p.m. daily, through Dec. 31. Enjoy this holiday tradition of almost 300,000 lights, Christmas trees, lighted sculptures, pond area, decorated Garden House and offerings of hot cider, punch, coffee and cookies plus entertainment in the pavilion. Shore Acres State Park, Cape Arago Highway, 13 miles southwest of Coos Bay/North Bend and U.S. 101, Coos Bay; $5 parking fee per vehicle;
or 541-888-3732, 541-756-5401 or by email to
Lighting of Maddax Woods:
Take a stroll down a lighted accessible path through the woods and to a viewing platform on the Willamette River. Walk open 4-9 p.m. daily, through Dec. 31. Maddax Woods, 5785 River St., West Linn; 722-2137
Celebration of Lights:
Highlights include a walk through light displays, a children's toy land, miniature train display, movies and complimentary refreshments. Daily 6-11 p.m. through Dec. 27. Aspen Meadow, 24232 S. Upper Highland Road, Colton;
Peacock Lane:
The neighborhood tradition of holiday lights runs through Dec. 31. Regular hours for vehicles are 6-11 p.m., with lights staying on until midnight Dec. 24 and 31. See website for map. Peacock Lane, one block east of Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard, between Stark and Belmont streets;
or send e-mail to
CLASSES + DEMONSTRATIONS
UPCOMING
Agricultural Entrepreneurship and Business Planning:
Ten-week course teaches new and experienced farmers the skills in business planning and direct marketing in order to be successful and sustainable. Vancouver-area classes held 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12-March 15. Offered through WSU Clark County Extension. Registration required by Jan. 6; location given at that time. $75 per farm or family; 360-397-6060, ext. 5729
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