BOWLING A GOOD TIME ~ FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY OR PERHAPS WITH FRIENDS Who does not like bowling?  Actually no one that I know.  Wilsonville Lanes, located in Town Center Loop across from the main post office is loaded with Fun Fun Fun for the whole family, friends, parties, date night.  They have all kinds of enticements to create a great time.  Take Cosmic Bowling for Instance, $13 per person, Friday 7-9pm and 9:30 - Midnight.  Saturdays 6-8pm and 8:30-10:30 pm and 11pm - 1am, Shoe rental included. Fun Fun Fun Then there is Bowl Your Brains Out! $10.00 per person, Sunday - Thursday 9pm - Close.  Great for birthday parties, corporate parties and fundraisers. Don't forget the Leagues, Youth Programs, and Tournaments. Sound like fun? You Bet ! Wilsonville Lanes ~ A Modern 22 Lane Cente... 06/29/2012

Independent Retirement Communities in Wilsonville, Oregon The City of Wilsonville has a number of Independent Retirement Communities and Care Facilities that fill the needs of many retirees all within the City limits of Wilsonville.  Many offer independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, skilled nursing, long term care, respite and hospice care, adult day care services and senior in-home visits.   Some facilities offer more and some offer less, but if you or your loved ones are in the market to begin searching toward the next step in living arrangements, here is a partial list to begin your search. These facilities are all within a short distance of town, the post office, restaurants and shopping for those seniors who are active.      Avamere Health Services 2511... 06/29/2012

Neighborhoods In wilsonville Rose Lane and Montgomery Way  One of the many Neighborhoods in Wilsonville is Rose Lane and Montgomery Way  located on the North side of the Willamette River, off of Wilsonville Road just 3 minutes from the center of town.  When you travel down Rose Lane you are headed straight south towards the Willamette river into an area that feels like you are miles away from town and any of the busy streets.  It is like another time altogether.  Fields on either side of Rose Lane with the community gardens on the West side, horses grazing, wild flowers growing and on the East side are open fields that host horses and other animals as well. Montgomery Way just off of Rose Lane has wooded properties with beautifully cared for homes on acreage that stretches along both si... 06/28/2012

  Canyon Creek Estates Neighborhood of Wilsonville Canyon Creek Estates Neighborhood in Wilsonville is located off of Canyon Creek Road in the North part of Wilsonville. A quiet and fairly secluded neighborhood, it is located by Mentor Graphics and Xerox and is close to The Jack Burns Shopping Center consisting of Costco, Target, Pier One, Petsmart, Starbucks, Sterling Bank, 4 Seasons Nails, different restaurants, Sallys Beauty Supply, Payless Shoes, and more. Canyon Creek children attend the West Linn/Wilsonville School District consisting of Boeckman Creek Primary, Inza Wood Middle School and Wilsonville High School, high quality education schools that are among the best in Oregon.  There is also free public bus service in Wilsonville known as the "Smart Bus" (South Metro Area Regiona... 06/26/2012

Park At Merryfield  Neighborhood In Wilsonville The Park At Merryfield Neighborhood In Wilsonville is located on the West Side of Wilsonville in a tranquil neighborhood that borders the Graham Oaks Nature Park and the Community of Villebois.  It is a short distance to Westside shopping including  the new Old Town Square shopping Center which includes businesses and establishments such as Fred Meyer, a Nail Salon, Banks, and Area Restaurants such as McMenamins, Oswego Grill, Biscuits Cafe, WOW Burgers, Sonic Burgers, UU Yogurt Little Ceasars Pizza, and more... There is also a new Primary School, Lowrie Primary,  which is in the midst of being built and should be ready for the upcoming school year, a school that is needed in Wilsonville as it is growing in population.  The Other schools ... 06/25/2012

 Villebois Neighborhood In Wilsonville   Villebois Neighborhood In Wilsonville is located on the West side of the City of Wilsonville is a unique planned community with many amenities for residents.  A growing area with many different neighborhoods of single family residences, condomiums, town homes and apartments. Villebois In Wilsonville has 5 parks for the enjoyment of residents and a new area is being developed that will contain two swimming pools, recreation and new residences.  The Wilsonville Farmers Market, this year is located in Villebois and begins on June 28, 2012.  Want to eat Fresh?  Try the market for your fresh vegetables and fruits plus much more.  Villebois neighborhood In Wilsonville also has a new Primary School, Lowrie Primary,  which is in the midst of being built... 06/24/2012

Day Dream Ranch In Wilsonville Day Dream Ranch In Wilsonville is located close to the Willamette River and the Memorial Park, the cities oldest and largest park.  Some homes back up to the park and others have easy walking access. This subdivision was built in the mid to late 1980s and has a myriad of styles including single level ranch and two story homes.  It is a well kept community and once people purchase a home there, they tend to stay, there is not a lot of turnover. Daydream Ranch In Wilsonville is a desired area, close in proximity to the Wilsonville city center, library, shopping and lots of restaurants.  The neighborhood is a mix of families, with younger children, middle school and high school kids, retired folks and a lot of empty Nestor's.   The West Linn/Wilsonville Scho... 06/23/2012

Wilsonville Meadows In Wilsonville Wilsonville Meadows In Wilsonville is located just off of Wilsonville Rd just North of Wilsonville High School and Boeckman Creek Primary School. The Meadows has approximately 300 homes located on treed winding streets and cul-de-sacs. These homes were first built in the early 1990s with medium to large lots, containing two story homes along with one story ranch homes. All homes are well cared for which lends itself to a beautiful neighborhood. Wilsonville Meadows In Wilsonville  is a desired neighborhood, close to not only the high school and primary school but town, shopping and entertainment.  Homes that are on the market do not stay on the market long in the Meadows, close your eyes and they are gone. The neighborhood is a mix of families, with yo... 06/22/2012

Success!     RiteAid Plant Sale Held in April 2012 Fabulous Fundraiser for Doernbecher Children's Hospital Taken by Riteaid during the plant sale. Raising an estimated $10,000 with this plant sale is such a beautiful thing and the ways the money is used benefits everyone who enters Doernbecher's Children Hospital.   I have personal experience and know firsthand the caring and love Doernbecher and the people who work there put  into their jobs. They make sure patients  and families come first and do everything within their power to save the lives of these children.   In our case they did just that.      Thanks to Riteaid, all of the indivdual contributors of plants and energy of the Riteaid crew and to Doernbecher Children's Hospital for all they do.   06/21/2012

Thinking of Getting a New Pet?  Try Critter Cabana in Wilsonville Critter Cabana is a full service pet store that offers more than just pets to purchase or adopt. The owners and employees are totally committed to helping you have a great experience with expert advice and information regarding owning pets and how to care for them regardless of what species of pet you are getting. Located on Main Street behind Wankers Corner Saloon and Cafe, Critter Cabana is worth taking the kids to see the puppies or other "critters" in the store.  Perhaps you are in need of supplies for your current animals they are sure to have what you are looking for.  Don't miss the opportunity, plus they offer birthday parties, what an unforgettable experience for your children to have a birthday party with a priv... 06/20/2012

The Community Center and Senior Services in Wilsonville Wilsonville Takes Care Of It's Own Wilsonville provides a wide range of programs for the Adult 55+ population in Wilsonville and recreational opportunities that promote health, wellness and just enjoyment.  It all happens in the Wilsonville Community Center.  Classes include ballroom dancing, how to edit digital photos, genealogy and many others. Some of the classes offer a $10 discount to those who are 55 and over, online registration is available.The Community Center also has drop-in activities and group functions are available.  There are the Wilsonville Walkers on Tuesdays or Thursdays, and sing along with the I-5 Connection music Group, bridge and pinochle, trips to different destinations, what a great way to socialize and get... 06/19/2012

Dream Big ~ Read Summer Reading Program 2012 Beginning Monday June 18 Happenings at the Public Library Week of June 18, 2012 Join the Summer Reading Program. Become a 20/20 reader and read for at least 20 minutes a day for at least 20 days.  All 20/20 readers will receive a certificate, a free book and qualify for fun prizes in a drawing.  Sign up at the Wilsonville Public Library beginning June 19 and Friday July 20.  Parents are welcome to read to their children who are not yet reading and complete the goal by Friday August 31. During the Week of June 18-22 the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum will again bring their interactive table top activities during the sign up period.  The Library will have a Science Adventure 2012 which engages in 10 science explorations throughout the sum... 06/18/2012

    Relay For Life  ~ Survivors Celebrating Life! The Wilsonville Community took part yesterday,  in the annual "Relay For Life"  June 16, 2012 and it will continue Sunday June 17 at the Wilsonville Town Center Park.  Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts, a local band  took part by giving a show on Saturday afternoon in the Town Center Park and Sunday, Mark & The Memphis Kings will perform as part of this event as well. It was pretty amazing to watch and see the survivors in their purple T-Shirts walking the survivors lap yesterday, it makes one realize just how many lives this disease has touched.  The aim of the Relay For Life committee is to raise $75,000 or more.  Teams simply send their members onto the course to complete as many laps as they can.  The teams work in  hour long shifts, they... 06/17/2012

  Take A Walk In the Graham Oaks Nature Park Graham Oaks Nature Park in Wilsonville is a 250 acre nature park with restored oak woodlands with 3 miles of trails.  This beautiful park which is being restored and replanted, is located on the outskirts of the City of Wilsonville . The Designers and engineers have tagged the park with the slogan "Shape of Savanna To Come".  The park itself backs up to a mixed use and walk-able community called Villebois.  Within this community you will find Eco-friendly built homes in different styles and prices.  The community has easy access for homeowners to walk to and through this beautiful park. My good friend and I frequently take our walks through this Nature park, we walk for an hour or so and I swear never stop talking the whole way.  It seems jus... 06/16/2012

The Many Parks of Wilsonville Summer Enjoyment at your fingertips Wilsonville has many parks located within the residential communities serving the local neighbors.  My last count is 15 parks.  Each park has amenities accommodating the public and some more than others. Take a Look! Boones Ferry Park                             Canyon Creek Park                              Courtside Park Hathaway Park                                 Memorial Park                                     Montebello Park Murase Plaza                                   Palmero Park                                      Park at Merryfield River Fox Park                                Sofia Park                                            Town Center Park Tranquil Park                              Willamette River W... 06/15/2012

Getting Fit for the Rest Of Your Life       Time to become fit for summertime or just for life?  Wilsonville sports the Bally Total Fitness located in the heart of Wilsonville.  They offer a wide array of classes with certified instructors and the fun atmosphere at Bally helps to give you the boost you may need.  Bally offers personal trainer help to design fun, level-appropriate, and high intensity programs that will guide you to where you would like to be in the way of your fitness and health. There is no time like the present to begin your fitness plan for the rest of your life.  Check this state of the art facility out, take a tour. View Larger Map   Bally Total Fitness - Wilsonville 30050 SW Town Center Loop W Wilsonvile, OR 97070 (503) 682-3550 06/14/2012

  Abella Italian Kitchen   Wilsonville, OR Abella's is one of the best Italian Restaurants around the area and is so worthy of going there for lunch or dinner or just for the Happy Hour community.  We meet friends there as often as we are able, especially on Friday Evenings as a great way to end a busy week that has been filled  with stress and obligations.  Our treat to ourselves. Join us, meet your friends or bring your whole family for the best in Italian dining.   Abella Italian Kitchen Mark and Sue Nelson Owners/Operators (503)582-1201 8309 SW Main Street ~ Wilsonville, OR 97070 www.abellaitaliankitchen.com 06/13/2012

Family Fun In WilsonvilleBullwinkle's Family Fun Center and Restaurant Birthday parties, Relatives with kids visiting, a social get-together  for kids, play-dates, just how much fun can you take?  Birthday parties at Bullwinkles are a kick and a great way to celebrate your child's birthday with friends. Did I mention food?  They have that too! PLUS  bumper boats, arcade games, battling cages and go karts are just part of the fun in store for these lucky kids!  Don't forget the Miniature Golf and the batting cages, rock wall climbing and the sky trail. Bullwinkles Family Fun Center in Wilsonville offers a multitude of things for everyone, take a look at the Corporate Fun package.  Team Building and corporate fun for an office get-together.  Playing laser tag or racing your co-workers aro... 06/12/2012

What's In A City?  Wilsonville, OR,  That Is.... Wilsonville is a quiet town located just South of Portland, Oregon off of Interstate 5, once a farming community is now growing at a rapid rate with a population of approximately 19,065.  We have a diverse economy with high tech firms such as Xerox, Mentor Graphics, Sysco, Coke-cola plus many other businesses now coming into our fair city. Wilsonville has been recognized as a Tree City, USA for the past fourteen years and strives to maintain a natural beauty while it accomodates new residents and new businesses.  We have beautiful parks, an outstanding Library, fabulous restaurants, Highly rated schools, and a community feeling of togetherness.  It is a great place to live, work, and raise families. Surrounding communities such as Tualati... 06/11/2012

Wilsonville Public Library Happenings   Week of June 11, 2012 All kinds of things happen in our Library for the citizens of Wilsonville Not just a Library that has books the Wilsonville Public Library offers multiple programs, a knowledgeable and well-read staff that can answer questions, is able to assist you with research and help you find reading and viewing material.  The library has more than 120,000 items including large print books and audio books in CD, MP3 and down loadable formats.  They have access to over 1.5 million items from the library information network of Clackamas County. This week: Tuesday the 12th the Copperplate Script Calligraphy Class is being held from 6-8pm If you are looking for a place to start learning calligraphy, this is the class for you.   Thursday Book... 06/11/2012