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F R O M T H E B O A R D
A n i m p o r t a n t m e s s a g e f r o m B o a r d P r e s i d e n t D o n B i e l e n
E V E N T R E C A P
H i g h l i g h t s a n d p h o t o s f r o m o u r I n t e r n a t i o n a l F e s t i v a l
pinnacle press Monthly Newsletter for the Residents of the Forest Heights Homeowners Association
OCTOBER 2013
N E W S F R O M T H E M A N A G E R
M o n t h l y u p d a t e f r o m t h e G e n e r a l Manager’s Desk
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Forest Heights
Homeowners Association
2033 NW Miller Road
Portland, Oregon 97229
Phone: 503.297.9400
Fax: 503.297.9408
Office Hours: Monday—Friday
9:00 am—5:00 pm
Email: [email protected]
Vision Statement
To create and foster excellence
in community, environment and
quality of life.
Board of Directors | 2012-2013
Don Bielen—President
Stuart Roberts—Secretary
Greg Maletic
Heather Gaitan
Kyle Abraham
Pamela Morris
Jamie O’Halloren
Association Staff
Jennifer Callaghan—General Manager
email: [email protected]
Judith Souers—Office Administrator
email: [email protected]
Kimberly Monaco—Marketing,
Communications & Event Coordinator
email: [email protected]
Wes Hansen—Compliance Coordinator
email: [email protected]
Richard Metzger—Maintenance
Supervisor
Juan Guerrero—Maintenance Team
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forest heights fall photo contest
a s the warmth of summer
fades and the first hints
of autumn begin to emerge,
the scenery in Forest Heights under-
goes a dramatic transformation. Our
once green foliage becomes combi-
nation of vibrant yellow, orange and
red and the neighborhood takes on
an entirely new persona.
To help celebrate this colorful time
of year, the homeowners association
announces our second Annual Forest
Heights Fall Photo contest.
How it works: Submit your best photo
of the Forest Heights fall landscape
to the HOA by midnight, October
28th.
Each contestant will be entered for
the chance to have their photograph
published on the front page of the
November issue of the Forest
Heights newsletter, and all entries
will be published on the association’s
website.
To enter the contest, simply visit
www.fhhoa.com and click the Forest
Heights Fall Photo Contest link. Fill
out the online form and upload your
photo. All photos should be 300 dpi
and scaled to 550 x 400 pixels. If
your photo is chosen as our winning
photo, we will contact you via email.
All ages can enter the contest, but
please make certain that the photo
you submit is your own, and be sure
to tell us where in Forest Heights you
found your inspiration. Questions?
Send them to [email protected].
fall colors PHOTO CONTEST
Cover Photo Credit: George Wu, Forest Heights resident and winner of last year’s fall photo contest
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Please join us for our Annual Halloween
Party at the Village Center
Calling all Forest Heights goblins and ghosties! Please join us for our annual Halloween
Party at the Village Center where we will be hosting another great party for Forest Heights
families, complete with our favorite DJ and his pal Frankenstein.
Village Center merchants will be hosting a variety of events including: a photo booth, raf-
fles, games, crafts, mazes, trick or treating and much, much more. Information about this
year’s event will be posted on our website as soon as we wrap up our party plans, so be
sure to check us out at: www.fhhoa.com.
Halloween at the Village Center
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Location: Village Center
Special thanks to the owners of the Forest Heights Village Center for their
generous sponsorship of this annual event
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S ince our founding in 1989,
Forest Heights has grown into
essentially a small “town”. Our
small town has approximately 5,000
residents, 601 acres, a business
center, parks, a transportation sys-
tem and centralized governance.
Believe it or not, we are larger than
64% of the towns and cities in the
state of Oregon. Forest Heights has
become one of the most sought after
neighborhoods in the Portland region
with its beautiful homes, trail system,
lush landscaping, and centralized
location. However, like Bill Gates
once said, “With great wealth comes
great responsibility”. Therefore, as
residents, we have the responsibility
to preserve and protect the “wealth”
of our community.
With any small town there are always
a few “bad apples” and unfortunately
we are no exception. The good news
is that on average the crime rate in
Forest Heights is 31% lower than the
national average and 42% below
average for the state of Oregon. To
protect our stellar reputation and
property, we will spend over $22,000
(2% of the annual budget) on secu-
rity services in 2014. This is a small
amount relative to other communities
of similar size, but is still meaningful.
The security services have been ef-
fective in reducing the severity and
frequency of vandalism and criminal
conduct in our neighborhood. How-
ever, over the past year, vandals
have defaced and destroyed multiple
signs, damaged bridges and trails
and torn up areas in our parks all of
which consume thousands of dollars
of our valuable resources. According
to security and police reports, area
youth have been identified as the
primary culprits of the vandalism.
Early this summer management
modified our security services to
target the higher frequency areas
such as Mill Pond Park and the
business center and have become
noticeably more visible. Unfortu-
nately, the security personnel have
shared that area youth have at times
been quite disrespectful and outright
racist. This type of behavior is not
only disheartening but is inconsistent
with our Forest Heights values of
integrity, accountability and respect.
As one who cares deeply about the
reputation and resources in our
community, I believe the first step is
to increase the awareness of these
issues with the residents in order
to promote a grass roots effort to
address the problems. Security
services can only do so much and
are limited by their ability to monitor
and enforce the rules. As community
members, we can proactively prevent
these types of destructive behaviors
and mitigate the underlying root
cause with our youth. To quote an
old African proverb, “It takes a village
to raise a child”, therefore, I believe
we can do more to monitor and men-
tor the youth in our community. We
can be increasingly more cognizant
of the activities in our respective
neighborhoods and diligently report
suspicious activity to FH manage-
ment and police. This community
focused approach will not only drive
home that this type of behavior is
unacceptable but also hold those that
don’t respect the assets in our com-
munity accountable for their actions.
As we know, Forest Heights is one
of the safest and most desirable
communities in the area. Let’s do
everything within our control to
promote personal responsibility to
protect our property. I think we can
all agree that is important to preserve
and protect what we have worked so
hard to create over the past 25 years
~ Don Bielen,
FHHOA Board President ~
Let’s work together to uphold our community values
PRESERVING AND PROTE CTING OUR COMMUNITY’S PROPERTY
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
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Please help us welcome
Jamie O’Halloren to the
Forest Heights Board of
Directors. Jamie has lived in
Forest Heights for six years
and holds a Masters degree
in counseling psychology and
will be completing her PhD in
health psychology this fall.
Tuesday, October 8th
6:30 pm @ the HOA office
All homeowners are welcome
to attend.
New Board Member Named
Upcoming Board Meeting
This year’s International Walk-to-School Day will be held on
Wednesday, October 9th, so please be extra careful of
students and parents walking to school that day.
What: International Walk-to-School Day
When: Wednesday, October 9th
Time: 7:15 am—8:00 am
Where: Forest Heights Neighborhood
NOTE: Crossing guards will be located at NW Miller
and NW Thompson Road and throughout various
locations throughout the neighborhood
International Walk to School Day
Set for October 9th
Did you know?
Did you know that Forest Park Elementary students
participate in a monthly Walk-to-School event?
“Waste-Free-Walk-Wednesdays” occur on the first
Wednesday of the month during the school year.
It’s that time of year again!
D uring any given year, the Forest
Heights Homeowners Association
tackles a number of projects that
either preserve, maintain or improve our
community. While many of these projects
are highly visible, our administrative tasks
are usually undertaken without a lot of
fanfare. Those administrative tasks,
however, are integral in setting the
agenda for next year’s larger, community-
wide projects. If you’ve ever wondered
how projects and schedules get assigned,
I encourage you to learn more about the
various committees we have here in
Forest Heights. These committees are
made up of community volunteers who
work with HOA management, staff and our
Board of Directors to study, recommend
and implement projects and events that
impact the entire neighborhood. From
safety issues to community outreach,
you’ll find a committee dedicated to
improving the quality of life here in the
neighborhood.
Here is a snapshot HOA projects under-
taken this year:
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Are you curious about things
going on in our community?
Do you have questions about
issues that impact Forest
Heights? If you are wondering
about something, chances are
others in our community are
curious about the same thing,
so do us all a favor and send in
your questions. Email your ques-
tions to [email protected]
Questions received by the 10th
of each month will be answered
in the next month’s newsletter.
Have you got a
question about
Forest Heights?
Project Status
Tract R Anticipated completion 11/30
Waterfall Repair at Chapin Starts 10/1, anticipated completion 10/28
Crosswalk at Hazeltine & Miller Starts fall 2013
Copper Sign Refinishing Anticipated completion 10/28
Private Street Light LED Retrofit 20 completed, balance in 2014 (budget pending)
Miller Chapin Arch Replacement Completed summer 2013
Monument & Shelter Painting Completed summer 2013
Rebuild Silver Ridge Staircase Completed spring 2013
Unmarked Entrances Anticipated winter project
Split Rail Fence Line Anticipated winter project
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H ave you lived in Forest Heights for more than ten years? More than twenty? Been here from the start? If so, we
consider you a “Pioneer of Forest Heights” and we need your help preparing for our 25th anniversary. To help
preserve all that is unique about our community, we’re asking all our resident “pioneers” to consider sharing
your Forest Heights memories by participating in the Forest Heights History project.
The association is looking for old photographs, newspaper clippings, realtor spec sheets, maps and original housing
and marketing materials from the past 10 to 25 years. Nothing is too small to contribute and all items are welcome. We
are especially interested in hearing stories from our residents, past or present. Tell us what it was like to raise your
kids, or retire, in Forest Heights. What kinds of changes have you seen in the
neighborhood, how has the association changed over the years, what projects have
had the greatest impact on your property values?
All submissions to the history project will be on display in the HOA office starting in
the spring of 2014. To participate, please email Kim Monaco: [email protected]
to arrange an interview and/or to submit your materials.
Thank you for helping the association celebrate our milestone anniversary!
Oh, Pioneers!
Administrative projects underway:
• Mailbox enforcement
• Compliance/ARC streamlining
• Operational policies
• Communication plan
• Shuttle non-resident versus resident analysis/review
• Community engagement strategy implementation
• Disaster preparedness, Neighborhood Emergency
Team development
As I have reported in previous articles, the association
has developed a comprehensive community engage-
ment plan to help create and identify opportunities to
improve the overall sense of community in Forest
Heights. As I manage the day-to-day operations of the
association, I am reminded more and more how impor-
tant it is to continually improve this vital link between the
association and the people that live here. The benefits of
having an approachable community provides not only
the obvious “good neighbor” feeling, but having a strong
connection with our homeowners aids the association in
making decisions that are in line with the needs and de-
sires of the community. When owners are isolated, the
default effect is that we, the association, can become
isolated in our decisions as well.
Ambassador Project
One of the many approaches we are developing in our
community engagement plan is to create a neighbor-
hood ambassador program. We are looking for outgoing
residents throughout the various parts of the Forest
Heights community to help us develop this program.
Preliminary thoughts are that each neighborhood (Mill
Ridge, Caxton, Edgewood, Forest Heights Estates, etc.)
would have volunteer neighborhood ambassadors who
provide an introduction to new owners, consider coordi-
nating block parties, and to help with general outreach
with their immediate surrounding neighbors. I suspect
many of the pockets in the Forest Heights community
already have small groups that reach out to one another.
It is my hope that we can work with these groups to im-
prove our goals as a community as well. Please let me
know if you would be interested in getting this project off
the ground: [email protected].
~Jennifer Callaghan,
FHHOA General Manager ~
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Upcoming
Community
Events
Walk and Bike to School Date: Wednesday, October 9th, 2013
Time: 7:15 am to 8:00 am
Location: Forest Heights Neighborhood
Forest Heights Book Club
Date: Wednesday, October 17th, 2013
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Contact Patti at Forest Heights Starbucks
for location: [email protected]
Wine and Real Estate
Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2013
Time: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: Kaer Property Group
Halloween Party
Date: Thursday, October 31st, 2013
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: TBD
Forest Heights Book Club
Meets October 17th
This month’s title: Life After Life
About the October book club
This month’s meeting will be held in a private home just
outside of Forest Heights. Please contact Patti Prenger for
the location: [email protected]
Date: Wednesday, October 17th, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
What if you could live again
and again, until you got it
right? On a cold and snowy
night in 1910, Ursula Todd is
born to an English banker and
his wife. She dies before she
can draw her first breath. On
that same cold and snowy
night, Ursula Todd is born,
lets out a lusty wail, and em-
barks upon a life that will be,
to say the least, unusual. For
as she grows, she also dies,
repeatedly, in a variety of
ways, while the young century marches on towards its
second cataclysmic world war.
Does Ursula's apparently infinite number of lives give her
the power to save the world from its inevitable destiny? And
if she can, will she?
~ With thanks to amazon.com ~
Changes coming to the
FHHOA newsletter
The Forest Heights HOA will be making
some new and exciting changes to this
newsletter starting in January 2014.
Instead of a monthly newsletter, we will
be switching to a quarterly publication
that will include in-depth articles on issues
impacting the community, project and
committee updates, HOA financials and
compliance related information.
To ensure that our homeowners are receiving the most
up-to-date information from the HOA, we will continue to
send email communications on a bi-monthly (or as needed)
basis. These emails will be brief in nature and will cover the
latest news “at-a-glance”.
As always, the HOA’s website is your best source for all the
news, information and resources you need in order to be an
informed member of the Forest Heights community.
Did you recently forget your Kindle on the EcoShuttle?
If so, we have it here at the HOA office. The Kindle is
password protected so we are unable to retrieve your
information to contact you, so please contact us!
If you’ve found an item, please drop it off at the HOA
office. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm
and if that doesn’t work for you, we have a mail slot in
our door. If the item fits the 2 “ x 11” slot, just put it
through with a brief description
of where you found the item.
And if you’ve lost an item,
please send an email to
describing what you’ve lost.
Lost & Found: Are you
missing your Kindle?
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD?
TEAM WORK · EXPERIENCE · PROFESSIONALISM · DILIGENCE · TRUST
Come find out what’s selling in Forest
Heights at our Wine & Real Estate Event!
WWW.KAERPROPERTYGROUP.COM
Drop in anytime from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Refreshments served
Date: Thursday, October 17th 2013
Kaer Property Group Office
Across from Starbucks at the Village Center
2029 NW Miller Rd | Portland, OR 97229
Call (503) 699-3980
Contact us for a complimentary market
analysis of your neighborhood and your home
Time:
Location:
Contact:
F R O M T H E H O A O F F I C E
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FHHOA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
W hat a difference a year makes. After taking
last year off due to the dredging of Mill Pond,
the Forest Heights International Festival was
(literally) back in full swing last month. Not only did we
have the perfect weather for our event, we also had
some of the best food vendors to date. Judging from
our record-breaking attendance—nearly 2,000 of you
showed up—we are convinced that the International
Festival is a wonderful way to bring the community
together and celebrate the unique cultures that are
represented here in Forest Heights. Please take a
moment to enjoy these photos from this year’s festival,
and if would like to participate in next year’s festival
as an event sponsor, performer, food vendor or event
volunteer, please contact Kim Monaco at 503-297-9400
or by email: [email protected].
Triple J Dance Troupe bringing down the house Japanese ensemble drumming from Portland Taiko
The Kleinstadtler’s from Mt. Angel Oregon brought their unique German punk infused folk dancing. All photo credits: Connor Limbocker
Sam Keator Irish Dancers Forest Heights residents enjoying great food From our vendor’s view
Urban German’s freshly grilled sausage Triple J having some serious fun! Led by Forest Heights Starbucks barista Jullian Johnson
ViVoce singing traditional European folk songs Ernesto’s Italian and their delicious ravioli
Nearly 2,000 residents enjoying the festival The Kleinstadtler’s take the stage Chef Nakano cooking fresh yakisoba noodles
Legacy Medical Group Forest
Heights is pleased to announce
the arrival of their newest physician
Dr. Shikha Arun, who will be starting
her practice on Monday, October
21st. Dr. Arun will have evening
hours on Mondays and Wednes-
days, plus she will have Saturday
hours every other week.
"My philosophy is to care for my pa-
tients just as I would for my friends
and family," says Dr. Arun.
"To do that, spending time with
my patients to establish trust and
understand their needs is important."
Dr. Arun believes in practicing evi-
dence-based medicine and sees
herself as an educator and coach of
sorts, helping her patients get and
understand all the information they
need to make well-informed health
care decisions in the complex
healthcare environment of today.
She fully appreciates the importance
of good communication, especially
when one is at their most vulnerable.
"My goal is to remain current with
the science while being thorough,
diligent, and deeply emphatic to my
patient's needs."
Dr. Arun believes it is important to
have a balanced life. "I love medi-
cine and I love my outside interests
as well," she says. Those interests
include spending time with her family
and friends, listening to music, read-
ing fiction, going to the movies, and
international travel, enjoying different
cultures. She recently started learn-
ing to play the piano, and is enjoying
learning how to learn.
Dr. Arun earned her medical degree
at King Georges Medical College in
India. She completed her internship
as well as residency at Providence
St. Vincent Medical Center. She is
board-certified in Internal Medicine
and has been a part of the Portland
medical community for over 15
years. Her clinical interests include
diabetes, endocrine, heart disease,
immigrant medical issues and
gender transition issues. Dr. Arun
speaks English and Hindi.
Please contact Legacy Medical
Group Forest Heights to learn more
about Dr. Arun or to schedule an
appointment.
NEW PHYSICIAN JOINS THE LEGACY FOREST HEIGHTS CLINIC
V I L L A G E C E N T E R N E W S
FOREST HEIGHTS STORAGE UNITS
FOR LEASE
503.802.2551
Store your overflow items
close to home!
For pricing and options,
call Caroline Karl:
T R A I L M A I N T E N A N C E R E P O R T N O W O N L I N E
Did you know that there are nearly 10 miles of walking trails throughout
the Forest Heights community? These trails are maintained by the
homeowners association and while our maintenance staff does an ex-
cellent job of keeping the trails safe and clean, their daily maintenance
schedule does not afford them the time to walk the trail system each
day. This is where you come in.
If you walk the trails on a regular basis and notice any kind of mainte-
nance issue, be it a diseased tree, a fallen limb, overgrown shrubs or
debris on the trails or in the common areas, we need to hear from you.
To aid in the reporting of trail maintenance issues, we’ve created this
online trail maintenance report. Your reports will greatly assist our
crew in their ongoing efforts to keep our trails safe and enjoyable for all
who enjoy this wonderful feature of the community.
Thank you in advance for keeping an eye out for trail issues!
>> Report trail issue
~FHHOA Staff ~
PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are
acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787
CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule
an evaluation. Caren 503-327-8046 or [email protected]
PET CARE / PLANT WATERING
Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers provide excellent nurture for your pets and plants. In the
last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an abundance of vegeta-
tion and provided many dogs a daily walk. References. Call Reid or Trent at: 503-203-1491
BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am
Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744.
BABYSITTER/NANNY/PET SITTING AVAILABLE Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 17 years old and I live in the neighborhood. I am offering babysitting, nanny services, pet sitting and as needed jobs. I have a reliable car and a good
driving record. I have experience as a nanny and with animal sitting. Give me a call at
503.737.4845. I am available most of the summer of 2013.
PIANO LESSONS
Children and adult lessons available. All levels and ages are welcome. Start a new
hobby or pick up where you left off as a child. I travel to you. Well-established local
business with outstanding Forest Heights' references.
Contact Sarah at 503 313 1216; [email protected]
BABYSITTING
MUSIC
TUTORING & ART LESSONS
PET/PLANT CARE
TUTORING/COLLEGE ESSAY HELP
Tutoring, all ages, Math, English, French, SAT/ACT prep. College application essays help.
Creation and editing. Terrific, experienced certified teacher. I travel to you. Excellent Forest
Heights references. Please contact Sarah at [email protected] or 503 313 1216
BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR
certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at
503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr.
BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Jarrett Gold, I am 16, and a sophomore at Lincoln High School. I am Red Cross certified and can take care of any age group of children. I can also take care
of any pets or other things needed. I am very responsible and I have had past experience taking care of children and feel very confident in doing so. I was a counselor at outdoor school and took care of children for a week. I had a lot of fun and built leadership skills. I can also help tutor children with their schooling if needed. I can babysit children during
the week or weekends. With summer coming up, I am free anytime, and am willing to take any time slots. I enjoy children and I am eager to help take care of them.
You can contact me at 503-922-9900. Thank you!
Babysitter--Certified, Reliable, Fun!
Hi! I'm Julia Renner, a junior at St. Mary's Academy, and I have 6 years' experience
babysitting as well as working with kids at camp. I am Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified
and excellent with all ages as well as families with pets, and am also able to do
housework/chores. Flexible rates; outstanding references available upon request.
Call (503) 291-1249 or email [email protected].
Experienced and Reliable Pet Sitting and Plant Watering
I'm very responsible, have over six years of experience, and also have outstanding refer-
ences. I can water plants, and feed, water, walk, play with, clean up after, and care for your
pets. I've lived with cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish, and have experience sitting for cats,
dogs, guinea pigs, birds, fish, and snails. I'll show your pets and plants lots of love and care.
My rates are low and flexible, and I'm almost always free, especially over the summer and
on weekends. Contact me at [email protected] or 503-291-1249.
BABYSITTING
Tess Pauken, babysitting, age 13, Red Cross certified, $5.00/hr., Responsible & reliable.
Contact:503-297-4007 or email: [email protected]
Learn To Paint in Oils.
Forest Heights resident artist is looking for a couple teens between the ages of
11 and 15 who love art, like to draw and want to learn to oil paint.
Email Vicki Cole at [email protected] Reasonably priced classes.
PET CARETAKER
Hello, my name is Emily Wu! I'm a Junior at Lincoln High School, extremely fond of animals.
I would love to care for your pet (or that precious hydrangea!) while you are away. I have two
dogs myself, and a lot of experiences with pets. I charge low rates, and will shower your
animal with lots of loving. Call me at (503-490-9543) or email me at [email protected].
Babysitter, Petsitter and/or House-sitter for Hire!
Hello! My name is Jamie Huggins and I have been a resident of Forest Heights for over
15 years. I have about 5 years of baby and petsitting experience, including nannying.
I currently live with my family which consists of my dad, stepmom, 4 younger siblings
(who are all in high school), 3 cats and a dog. I am 21 years old, can drive and have
own car. I can handle all ages and all kinds of pets ranging from rodents to horses (etc.)!
I am currently working at two restaurants in Bethany Village and attending PCC Rock Creek
studying business administration. My rates vary based on different needs and situations.
I have great references that can be provided upon request. I am honest, fun, outgoing,
stern but kind. I love both kids and animals more than you can imagine! The best way to
contact me is through e-mail: [email protected]. I am a very punctual person,
and usually respond within the hour. Hope to hear from you soon!
Responsible, Fun, and Experienced Babysitter Available
Hi, I'm Katherine. I'm a freshman at Lincoln High School. If you're looking for a reliable, red-
cross certified, fun babysitter, look no further. I've been babysitting and being a mothers-
helper since age ten, and have great references. I love kids of all ages (as well as pets), and
I can cook, clean up, and help kids with their homework too. My rate is $6/hour for one kid;
additional rates available upon request. I'm usually free, especially over the summer and on
weekends. Contact me at [email protected] or 503-291-1249.
GUITAR LESSONS
Classically trained guitarist now accepting new students; can teach any style of guitar
Friendly, enthusiastic and easy going Forest Heights resident.. Open to teaching theory to
non-guitarists. Music reading taught to every student, any age and skill welcome.
Rates available upon request. Rory Kenner (360) 510-0096 [email protected]
LOOKING TO LIVEN UP YOUR NEXT DINNER OR COCKTAIL PARTY?
Pianist available to play background music for your next event. Genre of music can be
discussed. Has had 11+ years of piano experience. References available upon request.
$50/hr. Christina Seung 503.320.4296 Email: [email protected]
Babysitter Hunting?
Got one or more 1-6 year olds? Look no further! My name is Claire Jackson, I’m a sopho-
more at Lincoln High School, and I am here to tell you your kids are safe in my hands. But
there’s no reason for you to trust me on the spot, so don’t be shy to call me at the phone
number indicated at the bottom of the advertisement. Living in Forest Heights makes for
easy access to any one of your homes, so don’t be shy to call me last minute late Saturday
night, as long as you call I will do my best to make it over to your house just in time to make
it to that movie you were dying to see. Yours truly, Claire Jackson (503) 803-7881
CERTIFIED BABYSITTER
I'm Jaclyn and I am a responsible 13 year old. I have been certified through the Red Cross
Babysitting Class. I am capable of helping kids with homework as well. I am available on the
weekends and Holiday Breaks. I am also very good with dogs and cats. My rate is $5/hour.
Contact me at my mom's cell 602-809-0917 or email: [email protected]
EXPERIENCED BABYSITTER Searching for a reliable, experienced, and fun-loving babysitter? My name is Annika Han-
steen Izora and I’m 17 years old. I’ve been babysitting for four years, and with four younger siblings; I know how to take on any handful. I’m certified in Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and
AED, with experience in caring for children of all ages. Above all, I love kids and I understand what it means to keep them safe and happy. Please contact me and we can have a chance
to get to know each other. Call 503-705-6481, weekends only
PIANO LESSONS Concert pianist teaches your child the art and technique of the piano.
Over 10 years of teaching experience. My home or yours.
Contact Lydia: 503/292 6868 or by email:[email protected]
GUITAR LESSONS Hi my name is Michaela and I am 17 years old and have lived in Forest Heights most of
my life. I am looking for work with pet-sitting, house sitting, babysitting, dog walking or driving children to appointments/sports. I can also assist with grocery shopping,
errands, etc. I have a reliable car and good driving record. $12.00 an hour, can negotiate for house and pet sitting. For caring reliable help call me at 503 737 4845
or e-mail me at [email protected].
Professional Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Professional pet care when you cannot be there. Insured and bonded, pet first aid certified.
Administer meds, give shots and lots of love. When you hire me, I am the only one who does
the job. I do not contract out any work. I also do overnights. Call Candis at 503-246-7559
or email me at [email protected]. For more information about me, my rates, and
policies, check out my website: http://www.noplacelikehomeforpets.com/
Need a babysitter? Contact Grace Sullivan at 503-686-8805 or at [email protected]. CPR certified,
16 years old, previous childcare experience. Reliable and responsible.
FOR RENT
Forest Heights Condominium For Rent
Two-bedroom, 2 bath upscale condo in Forest Heights with all upgrades from granite to
hardwood floors. $1895.00 month. Pets ok up to 25 lbs. For more information, contact:
[email protected] Babysitter for Hire Hello, my name is April Mallery. I am 11 and going into 6th grade at East Sylvan. I love little kids (3 and older). I love cats and dogs, too. I am very creative and watchful. I am Red Cross
class certified. Call or text me on my cell. My number is: 503-577-2682. Shop Space for Rent
Shop in Cedar Mill available for boat, car or trailer storage. Maximum height 6 feet 9
inches. For pricing and information, call Marlene at: 503-260-6129
DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine the butter, sugar, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Beat together with
an electric mixer; gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, continually beating; refrigerate 20 to 30
minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
3. Remove dough from refrigerator in small amounts. Scoop 1 heaping teaspoon at a time onto a piece of waxed
paper. Use the waxed paper to roll the dough into a thin finger-shaped cookie. Press one almond into one end of
each cookie to give the appearance of a long fingernail. Squeeze cookie near the tip and again near the center of
each to give the impression of knuckles. You can also cut into the dough with a sharp knife at the same points to
help give a more finger-like appearance. Arrange the shaped cookies on the baking sheets.
4. Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are slightly golden in color, 20 to 25 minutes.
5. Remove the almond from the end of each cookie; squeeze a small amount of red decorating gel into the cavity;
replace the almond to cause the gel to ooze out around the tip of the cookie.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2013 Allrecipes.com Printed from Allrecipes.com 10/1/2013
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole almonds
1 (.75 ounce) tube red decorating gel
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