Friday, May 09, 2008

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Support Hood River County Schools

Two local school measures for Hood River County will appear on the May Oregon ballot. The measures DO NOT increase the 2007 school tax rate. They will protect the community's investment in our existing school buildings and maintain our strong educational programs. They will replace levies that will soon expire. Find out how you can contribute or volunteer.

Strengthening Families for Parents and Children ages 9-14 April 23 - June 4

An excellent family program that is proven to work by strengthening families and steering youth away from substance abuse, poor performance at school, and risky behaviors.

Disco Kids Bike Club
Disco Kids Bike Club is a Kids Only club developed for boys and girls ages 5-12 of all riding abilities. More info...

Wondergym Indoor Play for Preschoolers

Looking for a place to take your kids to burn off some energy during the bad weather? Come join us Mondays at the Civic Auditorium Gym in The Dalles for some running, jumping, and crazy games guaranteed to get the sillies out. Sponsored by Wonderworks Museum in The Dalles. More info...

Recommended Websites for Kids

The Hood River County Library announces that the Association of Library Services to Children has created a guide to parents for their child’s online use.  See their recommended websites for kids.

Why Teach Art?
Read a great article on the importance of teaching art in early childhood education.

Wonderworks Museum Activities

This grassroots museum for Children is offering excellent children's programs and entertainment throughout the year.

Hood River County Playgroups

New Parent Services has a list of local playgroups and parenting support groups.

Women's Health

Now women in the Columbia Gorge have another choice for OB/Gyn care.  Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital's Women’s Clinic welcomes OB/Gyn specialist Robin Henson, MD and family nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife, Julie Ann Passon, FNP, CNM. Read more on our Family Health Page.

Community Baby Shower Fundraiser to Assist Mothers in Need

Sat. May 3 at Centerpointe Bank in Hood River, Soroptimist International of Hood River is sponsoring this opportunity to gather donations from the public for newboard babies and their mothers. Baby supplies or cash donations welcome. More Info

Hood River Community Ed Spring/Summer Classes

Check out all the classes for toddlers through teens at a glance offered by Hood River County Community Education.

Free Kindergarten Readiness Workshop

All parents of children 0-5 are welcome. Prepare your child to enter Kindergarten ready for success. April 17 at Maupin Elementary School, and May 1 at Sunshine Preschool in The Dalles. More info.

White Salmon Valley Community Library

Check out fun events at the White Salmon Library throughout April.

Columbia Gorge Family Activity Guide

Nancy Johanson Paul has put together a list of playgroups, parenting classes, support groups and more for Hood River, Wasco, Klickitat and Skamania Counties.

Klickitat/Skamania County Parenting Support

The Skamania Klickitat Community Network invites parents living in Skamania and Klickitat County to check a new website and toll free phone number offering info on parenting classes, workshops and support groups available for parents and childcare providers; fun family activies and more. The toll free number is 1-866-631-1997. Check out the latest items available in their parenting resource library.

Parents of Multiples

Gorge Parents of Multiples s a support group for parents of multiple birth children currently holding meetings the second Wednesday of every month. Call Please contact Gayle Huwe at 541-399-2719 if you are interested in attending.