🌱Protests At North Plains Golf Tournament + Possible Fireworks Ban

Welcome to July, Beavertonians! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Here it goes...

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First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 80 Low: 54.

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Here are the top five stories in Beaverton today:

1. Fireworks are traditional this time of year, but the Washington County government is considering an emergency ban due to fire risk. The agency also notes that fireworks that fly in the air and explode are already banned. Report illegal fireworks to the county's non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111. (Press Release Desk)
2. The Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf tournament is live and protestors descended on North Plains in Washington County beginning Thursday to show their dismay. Survivors and families of victims of the Sept. 11 attacks made up the majority of the group who gathered at a park near the Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club, where the event is being held. They're unhappy with the Saudi government's connections to the attacks. (KATU)
3. More affordable housing is on its way! Mayor Beaty was on hand to break ground for the South Cooper Mountain project on June 29, which is set to bring 164 units to the neighborhood. Planners estimate the complex will house around 300 residents. Next in the affordable housing queue is a residence for seniors to be built across from the Beaverton City Library in downtown. (Beaverton Valley Times)
4. Get your July plans down with help from reporter Mark Miller. One highlight is Bethany Village's summer concert series kicks off on July 7 with Steve Hale & The Super Soul Heroes (arrive early, parking is nuts). There's also a presentation from Chamber Music Northwest entitled "Colors of Debussy & Crumb," set to showcase French Impressionism and Black American spirituals on July 14. La Strada dei Pastelli has been relocated to downtown Hillsboro this year, but that's okay — the captivating chalk art festival is just a short drive away on July 17. So many good things are coming this summer, just click over to the article for tons of ways to fill that calendar! (Portland Tribune)
5. Writer Jamuna Chiarini offers a roundup of dance events to look forward to in July. Among the list is Ten Tiny Dances, scheduled to hit Beaverton City Park on July 9. The event, which was originated by Portland dance artist Mark Barber in 2002, offers choreographers to explore the possibilities of a very small, 4-foot by 4-foot stage. Dancers' ingenuity with the confines of the task over the years has made Ten Tiny Dances a "staple of Oregon's dance scene." (Oregon ArtsWatch)

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Today in Beaverton:

• Pints and Printing in Forest Grove - Enjoy discounts on your tab at the neighboring Ridgewalker Brewing today when you get your business cards or other printables at Gann Bros. Printing. Sounds like a fabulous way to get work done on a Friday to me! Discounts for ArtPass members. (Noon - 6 p.m.)
• Design and Make (DAM) Open Lab @ The Beaverton City Library - All ages are invited to get creative. Library staff will be on hand to help with any equipment usage. (3 -5 p.m.)
• Steve Hale @ Syndicate Wine Bar - Hear live tunes while sipping a local vintage in our lovely downtown. Reservations recommended. (5 - 9 p.m.)
• We looked at WashCo's possible ban on fireworks, which affects unincorporated areas of the county. But what about Beaverton? Find out our city's stance on the explosives via Facebook.

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From my notebook:

• The latest edition of the Beaverton Farmers Market newsletter is here! It's a great way to stay in touch with what's growing in season right now. This week, they're highlighting the bouquet of sauces available presently at the market (Sweet Jalapeno, anyone?), squash blossoms and Momma Baron Cookies. New to the stalls this week is Base Greens, a minority-owned smoothie pack vendor, and on deck to perform live music is the Beaverton Community Band. See you Saturday!
• Preparations for the Beaverton Night Market are underway! The celebration of Beaverton's diversty is set for July 23 and August 13. Click over to Beaverton City Government's Facebook page see vendors and performers as they busy themselves getting ready.

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'm off to smoke some oysters. See you tomorrow for another update.

— Ash DeMello

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Beaverton Daily? Contact me at ash.the.copyartist@gmail.com.