HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

Happy Halloween!

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Looking for something fun to do with the family this Halloween? Here are a few options around Portland to make this Halloween spooktacular!
Come Trick-or-Treating at the Knipe Realty Office!





AURORA
Harvest Festival: Barnyard animals, hayrides and slides, pony wagon rides, games, inflatables, and other activities. Apples, cider, doughnuts and other holiday treats available for purchase. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. every Sat-Sun, through Oct. 31. Fir Point Farms, 14601 Arndt Road; free admission; activity tickets are $1 each or 25 for $20; www.firpointfarms.com or 503-678-2455 or 503-678-2455

BORING
Harvest Festival: Take a ride down a hay slide and take a hay ride to the pumpkin patch, get lost in a hay maze, visit with barnyard animals, play games, make a dirt baby and participate in other activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday through Oct. 31. Bushue’s Family Farm, Market and Nursery, 9880 S.E. Revenue Road; free admission, activities are $2-$3; www.bushuefarming.com or 503-663-6709
Fall Festival: A corn maze, hay maze, hay rides, pumpkin patch, pumpkin-shooting contests, farm animals, children’s pavilion, tricycle race, castle maze, and corn bin. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. Liepold Farms, 14050 S.E. Richey Road; activities $1-$3; corn maze admission $5 ages 3-10 or $7 ages 11 and older; www.liepoldfarms.com or marcia@liepoldfarms.com or 503-663-5880

CANBY
Halloween Fun House and Haunted House: Take a tour through Alice in Wonderland and interact with live characters on a winding path that glows. Then check out the Scare If You Dare tour for surprises and startling encounters (nothing gory). Characters played by Canby High drama department and middle school students; with money and materials for props, costumes and other items donated by more than 20 local merchants. Proceeds benefit the Canby Kiwanis Community Food and Toy Drive. 3-7 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Holly Mall, 122 N. Holly St. in downtown Canby; $2 or two cans of food; Yvonne Scott, 503-266-3216 or bilvon@canby.com
Halloween Fun: Family activities featured. 4-6 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Canby Public Library, 292 N. Holly, Canby; http://www.ci.canby.or.us/Canbylibrary/library.htm or 503-266-3394

CLACKAMAS
Damascus Square Trick or Treat: Participating merchants will give away candy and other treats. 3-6 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Bi-Mart Shopping Center, Southeast 212 in downtown Damascus; free; www.damascusoregon.gov or Damascus City Hall, 503-658-8545
Harvest Festival: Indoor celebration features 20 games with a carnival theme, bounce house, prizes and candy. Costumes are encouraged. 5-8 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Damascus Community Church, 14251 S.E. Rust Way, Damascus; free admission, 50 cents to $1 for food and drinks; www.damascuscc.org or 503-658-3179

ESTACADA
Estacada Creepy Crawl: Trick-or-treaters can collect candy at downtown Estacada businesses displaying orange pumpkin signs from 4-6:30 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31

GLADSTONE
Halloween Harvest Carnival: Ages 2-sixth grade can wear costumes, play games, make crafts, play on blow-up structures and eat treats. 6-8 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. McCormick Family Center in the Tri-City Baptist Temple, 18025 Webster Road, Gladstone; admission is two cans of food for holiday gift baskets.; www.tcbt.org or 503-575-0629
Trick or Treat for Books: A candy give-away will happen from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and the Gladstone Library Foundation will give away free books to kids in costumes from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Wed, Oct. 31. Gladstone Public Library, 135 E. Dartmouth St.; free; www.ci.gladstone.or.us or 503-656-2411
Mummy Dog Dinner: Kids invited to trick or treat for the hot dogs wrapped in dough. 5-8 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Happyrock Coffee, 465 Portland Ave., Gladstone; free; www.happyrockcoffee.com or 503-650-4876

HAPPY VALLEY
Halloween Fun Night: Ages 12 and younger are invited to trick or treat at participating retailers. 4-6 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Clackamas Town Center, 12000 S.E. 82nd Ave., Happy Valley; free; http://www.clackamastowncenter.com/events/halloween-trick-or-treat
Halloween Trick-or-Treat: Costumed children can collect goody bags and candy from participating merchants. 3-5 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Clackamas Promenade, just off I-205 on Sunnyside Road, Happy Valley; free; www.clackamaspromenade.com Halloween Fun Night: Ages 12 and younger are invited to trick-or-treat at participating retailers. 4-6 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Clackamas Town Center, 12000 S.E. 82nd Ave., Happy Valley; free; http://www.clackamastowncenter.com/events/halloween-trick-or-treat

LAKE OSWEGO
Harvest Fest: Old-fashioned costume party features games, crafts, a performance by Dragon Theater Puppets, and a Trick or Treat Street. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St., Lake Oswego; free; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549

OREGON CITY
Halloween Fantasy Trail: The annual event features a lighted trail decorated with spooky sights and sounds, a 40-foot illuminated castle, a crooked house, a walk-through maze and other attractions. Pumpkins and refreshments available for purchase. Open noon-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. daily through Oct. 30. Wenzel Farm, 19754 S. Ridge Road, Oregon City; $4-$5; www.fantasytrail.com or 503-631-2047
Trick or Treat on Main Street: Free treats and activities provided for costumed kids at participating merchants in downtown Oregon City. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Hosted by the Oregon City Parking Division and downtown businesses.
Harvest Party and Carnival: Family event geared for kids through sixth grade features carnival games, crafts, cupcake walk, storyteller, prize drawings and Halloween trick-or-treating. 6-8 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Oregon City Evangelical Church, 1024 Linn Ave., Oregon City; free; www.ocec.net or 503-656-8582
Swamp Swim: Halloween event features candy, games and prizes for all ages. Costumes encouraged. Ages 8 and younger must be with an adult in the water. Dry-land games 6-8 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31; swimming 7:30-9 p.m. Oregon City Pool, 1211 Jackson St., Oregon City; free; www.ocpool.org or 503-657-8273

WEST LINN
Old Town Haunt:Treats, costumes, games, surprises for kids at participating merchants. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Wed, Oct. 31. Willamette Drive between 12th and 14th streets in downtown West Linn; free; West Linn Parks and Recreation: 503-557-4700

IT'S PUMPKIN PATCH TIME!!

Fall is a wonderful time of year in the Northwest, our landscape transforms into a canvas of intoxicating colors that calms the mind and soothes the soul. The air is crisp, and the nights and days are pleasant for activities –so load up your loved ones and take a trip to a local Pumpkin Patch. This is perfect chance to pick a fantastic pumpkin as the kids enjoy the great outdoors. Indulge in some hot toddies and warm conversation with friends and family. Shrug off the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy some of the best family entertainment just a short drive away. Knipe Realty proudly showcases some of Portland’s best pumpkin patches, corn mazes and hay rides—so enjoy this beautiful fall season with a family bon fire, raking the fallen leaves, making crafts and decorating for the upcoming holidays.

PORTLAND, OREGON OCTOBER FUN IN 2012!

In the Portland Metro Area, October always brings a change of weather, color and fun things to do.  Below I've put together a list of just some of the events that will be taking place in our great communities.


Wooden Shoe Pumpkin Fest         The Wedge                        Great American Distillers Fest                 
9/29/12-10/31/12                           10/6/12                              10/20/12-10/21/12
Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm             Green Dragon Pub            Tiffany Center
www.woodenshoe.com                 www.rogue.com                www.distillersfestival.com


The Portland Corn Maize             Willamette Falls Fest          Run Like Hell
every weekend in October            10/12/12-10/14/12              10/21/12
Sauvie's Island                              West Linn Arch Bridge      Pioneer Square
www.portlandmaze.com              www.wfheritage.org           www.thesquarepdx.org


Fall Home & Garden Show          Hood River Harvest Fest    Howloween
10/4/12-10/7/12                            10/19/12-10/21/12              10/27/12-10/28/12
Portland Expo Center                   Hood River Event Site        Oregon Zoo
www.otshows.com                       www.hoodriver.org             www.oregonzoo.org


Portland Fresh Hops Fest              Giant Pumpkin Regatta       OMSI: In the Spirit
10/6/12                                           10/20/12                              10/31/12
Oaks Amusment Park                    Lake of the Commons         OMSI
www.oregonbeer.org                     www.tualatinoregon.gov     www.omsi.edu

Taste of Portland
Join Knipe Realty Thursday, September 13^th as we benefit the Oregon Association of REALTORS HOME
Foundation. This will be a community event full of food, networking, and entertainment!
Where?
The Oregon Golf Club
25700 S.W. Petes Mountain Road
West Linn, OR 97068

Tickets are $30/each, or 2 for $50. You can also get raffle tickets for $10/each.
This event supports the Oregon Association of REALTORS HOME Foundation. The OAR HOME Foundation provides financial resources to create, expand and encourage home ownership opportunities for Oregonians at or below local median income. They also promote awareness of affordable housing issues by educating Oregonians and their representatives about the barriers to home ownership and the resources needed to increase housing affordability.

Don’t miss this year’s NW Natural Street of Dreams! With summer just around the corner, this is an annual event you won’t want to miss.
When? July 28^th – August 26^th, 2012
Where? At the Vineyard | West Linn
There will be 7 homes on a brand new street, featuring the best local builders and designers. Teresa’s Vineyard in West Linn is a 12-acre estate where the tour will take place. Just 20 minutes from downtown Portland, West Linn has gracious living, abundant shopping and top rated schools.
Make your visit more entertaining by attending the annual Block Party, July 25^th, before the Street of Dreams opens. Be the first to preview the homes before opening day! Last year Knipe Realty NW was a proud sponsor and can tell you it’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Stay tuned for more details, and keep your calendars open!
Wander, learn, dream, and discover at this year’s Street of Dreams. Are you looking for the perfect home to call yours? Contact one of your Knipe Realty NW brokers.

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Get To Know Newberg, Oregon

Whether you’re looking for something in the heart of Downtown Newberg or just outside the city, this is a great place to call home. Newberg is a thriving community that boasts a high quality of life and a great place to relocate your family. The old fashioned charm of Newberg is highlighted in its historic downtown area. Experience small town America, with a friendly place where locals gather downtown to work, shop and play. Newberg is located along three state highways, and offers a variety of public transportation options throughout the city. Whether you’re looking outside the city in beautiful wine country, or close to downtown you’ll be sure to enjoy what Newberg has to offer. With our simple search tools you can find the home you desire.
Newberg, Oregon is just 25 miles southwest of Portland on US Highway 99W, surrounded by the Chehalem Mountains and the Willamette River. This cherished suburb is conveniently near many assets of the Portland metro area, with a greenbelt of farmland and rural forests nearby. Newberg is home to about 23,000 people with a diverse, economic base.
With many recreational opportunities, countless rivers and forests within driving distance, citizens are proud to call Newberg home. This community is fast growing, but still manages to maintain a relaxed pace with many friendly people living there. Several golf courses are located in the county and world-class wine tasting as well. Newberg is said to be the Napa Valley of Oregon.
The Cascade Mountains are a one hour drive east, with plenty of outdoor activities from skiing, camping, fishing to hiking. With a one hour drive west, you’ll find breathtaking views of the Pacific coastline, and many beautiful beaches.
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WILSONVILLE: The Leading Edge

Whether you’re looking for something in the heart of the city in Downtown Wilsonville, in the up and coming area of Stafford, something close to the convenience of I-5, or something on the outskirts of the city with a little quieter pace, you can find the home you desire in Wilsonville. This city is a great place to relocate your family.
Wilsonville is nestled between Portland, Oregon’s largest city and Salem, the state’s capital. Once a small farming community, Wilsonville is now a fast growing city of 19,000+.
On the business side, Wilsonville is home to some of Oregon’s largest and most influential corporate citizens, including Xerox, Mentor Graphics, Precision Interconnect, Hollywood Entertainment, Sysco Food Services of Portland, Costco, GI Joes Inc., Rite Aid, Vision Plastics, Fry’s Electronics, Nike, Flir and many others. For residents, Wilsonville provides many city services including police, mass transit, senior services, parks & recreation, a newly expanding library, new civic center and new city hall. With the city’s commitment to smart community planning and development, Wilsonville will continue to maintain its family friendly, small town feel as it grows and continues to be recognized as a beautiful place to both live and work.
Wilsonville Schools
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District covers 42 square miles in the south metropolitan area of Portland, Oregon. The district includes two towns, West Linn and Wilsonville, and a rural area of Clackamas County. The district is a K-12 public school system with approximately 8,000 students.
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District prides itself on substantial staff development opportunities for its teaching staff. It is the district’s belief that a well-educated staff serves its students well. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores are among the highest in Oregon, and Oregon consistently ranks first or second in SAT scores nationwide for states in which fifty percent or more of the graduating seniors take the test. Approximately 90 percent of all West Linn-Wilsonville graduates go on to two- and four-year colleges.
City of Wilsonville
Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce

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