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ArtPass Launches + Battle Of The Bands + Cedar Mill Tree Walk
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Hear ye, hear ye, citizens of Beavertonia! Here's just about everything you need to know about what's happening today.
First, today's weather:
Cooler with occasional rain. High: 57 Low: 46.
Here are the top stories today in Beaverton:
- On Monday, Nike announced the opening of its updated Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) in the LeBron James Innovation Center here at the Beaverton campus. The original NSRL started 40 years ago in New Hampshire. Its new iteration is five times larger and features high-tech body mapping equipment, a full-size basketball court and a number of sustainability features. Read more about it on Yahoo Finance.
- Another local company has reached a 40-year landmark: Vernier Software & Technology. As part of its 40th-anniversary celebration, Vernier is initiating a new grant program to award 40 STEM educators $1,000 worth of Vernier technology and more to enhance their classrooms. The company is also partnering with OMSI to support low-income schools. Check out the details and its new Experiment Sampler E-book at Vernier.com.
- More electric buses are headed this way! PGE announced that Portland, Beaverton and Hillsboro are among the school districts that will receive funding to purchase an electric school bus. Money will also go towards installing charging infrastructure and technical training and support. (Pamplin Media Group)
- Engaging with the local art scene just got a little easier thanks to the launch of the ArtPass by Tualatin Valley Creates. The membership provides special deals at Washington County businesses such as art supply retailers, coffee shops and more. The Cedar Mill News describes the pass as part of an effort to revitalize the local arts and entertainment industry. Click over to find out more!
- Love trees? Read about the Treekeepers of Washington County at The Cedar Mill News. The group works to protect existing trees as development in the area surges. It has also put out a cool Cedar Mill Tree Walk that might be just the thing for a crisp fall day!
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Today in Beaverton:
- Family Storytime at Home - Cedar Mill Library hosts an interactive Zoom storytime for preschoolers and toddlers, complete with STEM concepts, kindergarten prep and pre-reading activities. Register to get the link. (10:30 AM)
- Lee Farms Fall Harvest Pumpkin Patch Festival - Mosey on down to Tualatin for hayrides, mazes and more. General admission $12. (Noon - 6:00 PM)
- (Virtual) Nerd Night: Trivia for Adults - Test your knowledge via Zoom with Garden Home Community Library. Register to get the link. (6:30 PM)
- Visit At the Garages Satellite Pub for Kent's Select Band Showcase - Battle of the Bands #2 to hear local musicians compete for a $500 quarterly prize. $5 at the door. (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Beaverton Patch Notebook:
- Today is National Get Funky Day! NationalDayCalendar.com says it's the right time to "[wear] the brightest clothes, dance to happy music, smile, laugh, let your hair down, high five, and hug people. Have a party, help a neighbor, be positive and have fun!" In honor of the occasion, perchance try stretching those vocal cords at Studio 10 Karaoke & Bar or start a free 7-day trial at Burn Bootcamp (they're very generous with the high fives!).
- It's also National Mental Health Awareness Week, which is a great reminder to take some time for some self-care. That might mean streaming your favorite sitcoms, taking a nature walk at one of our amazing THPRD parks or even treating yourself to an amazing massage from a talented, local LMT like @katiehagen_lmt.
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— Ash DeMello
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