Thursday, October 28, 2021

Veterans Day 2021

 This is a repost from last year. We have more blog readers this year, and I feel like it didn't get enough attention last year. 




The project was created in 1999 by UT journalism professor Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez. Here you'll find short video and photo documentaries created by former students, interns, staff and volunteers. You'll also find still photos of the men and women who have been interviewed.

What if Heros Were Not Welcome Home? This poignant exhibit examines the prejudice that Japanese American veterans from Hood River, Oregon experienced upon their return home from serving our country in World War II. 


"On June 6, 1944, some 156,000 American, British, and Canadian forces landed on fives beaches along a 50-mile stretch of coast of France’s Normandy region. The Battle of Normandy, also known as D-Day, lasted from June 1944 to August 1944 and resulted in the Allied liberation of Western Europe from Nazi Germany’s control. Codenamed Operation Overlord, the invasion was one of the largest amphibious military assaults in history and has been called the beginning of the end of war in Europe."






Look into an artist's process in capturing veterans' stories with this video and educational materials from PBS NewsHour from November 11, 2014.


Paralympic sprinter, long jump competitor and U.S. Army veteran Kortney Clemons lost his right leg in Iraq. Paralympic sports, he says, are just like the Olympics: "a very big deal." Learn about his journey, in this video from Medal Quest.









Resources for Veterans in Clackamas County


Tree Lighting Ceremony SAVE THE DATE




 Things may look different again this year, but traditions are traditions!

We are planning to keep Sandy's Tree Lighting on the calendar. The ceremony will be a combination, live-streamed, and drive-thru.

Watch the tree lighting via Facebook and YouTube with a special season's greeting from City Council and the Mayor. Drive by Sandy's Centennial Plaza to see the tree and pick up a craft, drop off a letter to Santa, donate toys, and pick up a cookie and hot chocolate.

We are accepting donations to fill Kiwanis barrels for toys. We are especially in need of toys and gift cards for older kids and teens.

Pick up a Take & Make Craft kit- Help us make handcrafted holiday cards for our local Seniors. cards need to be turned into the library by December 20th.

Write a letter to Santa before the event and drop it off in the mailbox next to the trolley where Santa will be parked. Santa will be waving to passers-by.

Treats and warm cocoa for all.

In partnership with Sandy Transit, Sandy Community Center, Girl Scout Troup 10468, Knapp Tree Farms, Todos Juntos, Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory, and Kiwanis.

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Voting is open for Mini Pumpkin Contest

 
Voting starts today for the Kid's Mini Pumpkin Contest! Voting is only open for 2 days so be sure to do so as soon as possible. Come up to the Kid's area to take a look at them in person. They are all really cute!           
Kid's Pumpkins Ballot    Vote here!
Teens Pumpkin Ballot - Vote here! 

Monday, October 18, 2021

Mysterious Book Display.


We have a new display! Have you picked up your spooky mystery book yet?

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Monday, October 4, 2021

Facebook is Down

 Facebook and Instagram are down today.

So here is an internet quiz for you!