Oregon Family News (United States)

Before you jump into a relationship, do your homework. Your significant other can actually change your personality.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping destination, announces Breakfasts with Santa. Breakfasts will be hosted Dec. 3 at Native Foods, Dec. 10 at Romano’s Macaroni Grill and Dec. 17 at California Pizza Kitchen from 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, announces the return of The Bridgeport Express solar-operated train, November 25 through December 22, 2011.

The new TV season has parents worried. Many children bring the emotional bullying they see on TV into the classroom.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, is pleased to announce the return of the annual Street of Treats event, a family-friendly Halloween celebration, October 30, 2011 from 2 – 5 p.m.

Olde World Puppet Theatre Studios has Released its First Movie, Witch Key, A Prince's Adventure, and its First Book, The Enchanted Ring, A Princess's Adventure - Fairy Tale Fantasy Entertainment for Pre-Teens And Families.

Coming to our store in October 2011: Adam Jay Epstein, Andrew Jacobson, Doreen Cronin, Scott Westerfeld, Patrick Carman, Karma Wilson and Laura Numeroff

Spiritworks Software has entered the personal software space with the introduction of "Family Activity & Expense Tracker." This software helps busy families track and manage a wide range of activities and dates, create shopping lists, and much more.

Eight charities join whippersnappers studio’s “give a little – get a little” campaign for at-risk children and families.

Sparky Firepants will be painting skateboard decks live at the Sandy Family Fun Festival, August 13th at Bluff Park in Sandy, Oregon.

Before you jump into a relationship, do your homework. Your significant other can actually change your personality.

Before you jump into a relationship, do your homework. Scientists say romantic partners can actually change your personality.

Millions of potential college students aren’t sure how to navigate the system of higher education, but it’s possible for anyone to go to college, says Michael Reyes of Linfield College.

While the physical changes of puberty are occurring at an earlier age, the social support children need is missing

Meet the bestselling illustrator of the Fancy Nancy series at a Storytime Party and Booksigning at Barnes & Noble, Clackamas Town Center, Portland, Oregon on Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:00 pm.

Cloudy Day Photography began in 2011, when an amateur photographer obtained and mastered the use of professional photographic equipment through diligent study and practical application, obtained a business license, and began booking clients.

At online retail cremation urn site Urns Northwest, the joy found in a good day’s work is found helping clients find what they are looking for while saving them time, money, and stress.

TransActive Education & Advocacy's new series provides closer look at individuals and organizations who, through actions, ideologies, bias and ignorance perpetuate intolerance and abuse of gender nonconforming children, youth and their families.

TransActive Education & Advocacy, a leading transgender child and youth advocacy organization spotlights ultra-conservative, fundamentalist oppression and abuse of gender nonconforming children and youth.

Millions of families will get together this holiday season, and millions of siblings, parents and children will find themselves pushing each other’s buttons. New research provides insight into some of the family dynamics at holiday gatherings.

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A Portland, Ore., student urges us not to forget the 99 percent who live in countries around the globe that have been devastated by poverty and lack of health care.

In recent interview conducted for the Portland Mercury, reporter Sarah Mirk sat down with TransActive and Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA) founder Jenn Burleton to discuss TransActive's work with transgender children.

Jenn Burleton, Executive Director of TransActive Education & Advocacy and often uncredited co-founder of Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA, formerly Trans Youth Family Advocates) receives "Transgender Children Awareness Month" proclamation.

Olde World Puppet Theatre Studios has received a "G" Rating from the MPAA for its First Movie, Witch Key, A Prince's Adventure. It is Part of Their Award Winning Tales of Belvuria Series.

The Annual Snowflake Festival of Klamath Falls, Oregon, offers adventurous fun for the whole family during this holiday season.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping destination, announces Breakfasts with Santa. Breakfasts will be hosted Dec. 3 at Native Foods, Dec. 10 at Romano’s Macaroni Grill and Dec. 17 at California Pizza Kitchen from 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.

As their 4th Annual Silent Auction approaches TransActive Education & Advocacy announces that the month of December has been declared "Transgender Child Awareness Month" by Multnomah County, Oregon.

Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, announces the return of The Bridgeport Express solar-operated train, November 25 through December 22, 2011.

Millions of families will get together this Thanksgiving, and millions of siblings, parents and children will push each other’s buttons. New research provides insight into some of the family dynamics that surround holiday gatherings.

Basic Rights Oregon's decision to not pursue putting a marriage equality measure on the 2012 ballot represents both a painful political reality and, most importantly, a commitment to building support in order to be victorious in the near future.

Your husband contacts an old girlfriend on Facebook. Do you assume he’s cheating? When you hear a nearby whispered conversation, does paranoia kick in?

The new TV season has parents worried. Many children bring the emotional bullying they see on TV into the classroom.

Since 2008, TransActive Education & Advocacy's "Superheroes for Superkids" Silent Auction has been their highlight community event of the year and 2011 promises to be the biggest and best yet with the addition of Janet Mock as keynote speaker.

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Bridgeport Village, Portland’s premier shopping and dining destination, is pleased to announce the return of the annual Street of Treats event, a family-friendly Halloween celebration, October 30, 2011 from 2 – 5 p.m.

Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital is committed to protecting the human-animal bond through progressive quality veterinary care in an atmosphere that fosters compassion.

Olde World Puppet Theatre Studios has Released its First Movie, Witch Key, A Prince's Adventure, and its First Book, The Enchanted Ring, A Princess's Adventure - Fairy Tale Fantasy Entertainment for Pre-Teens And Families.

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) released its 7th Edition Standards of Care. It includes expanded guidelines for care of transgender children and adolescents. The last update to the Standards of Care was in 2001.

Due to the reality of school budget cuts today, it has become increasingly important for parents to continue the learning process at home. Parents are more challenged to understand how their children learn and how best to help them.

Coming to our store in October 2011: Adam Jay Epstein, Andrew Jacobson, Doreen Cronin, Scott Westerfeld, Patrick Carman, Karma Wilson and Laura Numeroff

Spiritworks Software has entered the personal software space with the introduction of "Family Activity & Expense Tracker." This software helps busy families track and manage a wide range of activities and dates, create shopping lists, and much more.

Frank Krone to lecture on Sept.11, 2011 about Oregon's many Civil War connections at Newport, Oregon's Pacific Maritime and Heritage Center and will read from transcripts from 1861 speeches given by Sen. Edward Baker and from war letters of Lt Lamson

American Optometrist Association and Ashland’s Optical Expressions agree that undiagnosed eye problems in teenagers can lead to a drop in grades, later vision problems

Overwhelmed by the stresses of their situation, family caregivers have a new source of answers to their questions about coping with a disabled loved one in the spare bedroom. An interactive blog and published e-books offer ideas that work.

Free street fair and Farmer’s Market features art, crafts, music, and a treasure hunt for families in Klamath Falls’ Veterans Park every second Saturday starting September 10th, 2011.

Oregonians are living in a broader range of family types than 10 years ago as the recession and other factors have caused living arrangements to adapt, according to new Census numbers.

Eight charities join whippersnappers studio’s “give a little – get a little” campaign for at-risk children and families.

Klamath Tribes celebrate the 25th anniversary of restoration Aug. 26 to 28, 2011

Klamath Tribes celebrate the 25th anniversary of restoration Aug. 26 to 28, 2011 with drums, dances, arts, costumes, demonstrations plus fun for the whole family

Sparky Firepants will be painting skateboard decks live at the Sandy Family Fun Festival, August 13th at Bluff Park in Sandy, Oregon.

Camping near Crater Lake National Park in the Fall, save money and beat the crowds

Planning a trip to Crater Lake National Park, you will want to check out Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway-the route, one of only 29 All American Roads in the United States

Money saving vacation tips for visit to Crater Lake National Park and Oregon

The Dog Hog Travel Pet Blanket from ABO Gear is a great solution to reducing pet hair without all the hassle and cost of continuously cleaning your vehicle. Your pet can travel in style and comfort this summer with ThriftyPetSupply and the Dog Hog.

Parr Lumber joined Ronald McDonald House Charities to honor the Krohn family during the Rose Festival's Starlight Parade through downtown Portland June 4, 2011.



Gryphon Games presents its third Kickstarter board game project, Mirror, Mirror. In this new board game Mirror, Mirror, you are a suitor who has entrusted nine courtiers to deliver a beautiful love letter to Princess Persephone.

Children and families are invited to join us to meet Junie B. Jones for live, theatrical performances, giveaways and an official "book stamping" on Friday, July 1st at 10:00 AM.

Parr Lumber Medford has joined the team remodeling the home of wounded soldier Cody Smith. Smith, 20, who served with the 101st Airborne Division of the Army, was wounded in combat February 17, 2011 in northern Afghanistan.

The debut family fitness festival in the Twin Cities features free music, activities and healthy cooking demonstrations, as part of Basilica Block Party weekend.