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		Simple Solution. Big Reward. After big holiday meals, no one likes to be stuck doing the clean-up. But if you aren't careful with leftover gravy, pan drip-pings and sauces a grease-clogged drain could ruin your holiday and cost you a bundle.

When fats, oils and grease are poured down the drain, they stick to the inside of pipes causing messy sewer backups and expensive cleanup and repair.

The solution:
Pour the grease into a can, freeze it, and toss the can in the trash!

Serving warm food, warm smiles

Happy Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on everything you’ve been given, and be grateful for all that you have.

Take the time to give thanks for all that’s good in your life -- and give to others who may not share the same good fortune this Thanksgiving.

Give from the heart

Help brighten the holiday for someone in need.

• Donate time or money to a local charity or food pantry
• Donate a Thanksgiving basket to a neighbor in need
• Volunteer at a local soup kitchen or homeless shelter
• Deliver Thanksgiving meals to housebound seniors

Volunteer this holiday, and share the season!

Have a safe Thanksgiving weekend.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri, Nov 23, 2018 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at H.B. Lee Middle School, 1121 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 10AM-4PM Where: Gresham History Museum 410 North Main Street Get Map!

Photos with Santa schedule:

• Nov. 24 10:00 am 4:00 pm
• Dec. 1 10:00 am 4:00 pm
• Dec. 8 10:00 am 4:00 pm
• Dec. 15 10:00 am 4:00 pm
• Dec. 16 Noon 4:00 pm

Free crafts while you wait.

Pricing:

• $15 for 4x6 photo
• $10 for digital file
• $20 for both

Museum members get 10% off.

All proceeds benefit the Gresham Historical Society.

For more information about this event, contact Evan Smiley at 503-667-0347 or director@greshamhistorical.org.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 8PM-12 am Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at Friends of the Children at 424 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule

• 8:00 - 10:00 pm for grades 6-8
• 10:00 pm - 12:00 am for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Come and Join the Fun! When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 5PM-6:30PM Where: Arts Plaza 401 NE Second St. Get Map!

The 27th Annual Spirit of Christmas tree lighting one of the communitys most popular events rings in Greshams holiday season with a family-friendly program that includes music, photos with Santa, refreshments and the lighting of the 60-foot Ponderosa pine on the Arts Plaza.

Watch for fun activities beforehand in Historic Downtown in the afternoon leading up to the tree lighting festivities on the Arts Plaza.

For more information, contact Event Coordinator Shannon Chisom at Shannon.Chisom@gmail.com or 503-750-3785.

Read more about the Spirit of Christmas event.

Come and Join the Fun! When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 9AM-4PM Where: SALT Academy 333 N. Main Avenue Get Map!

Join SALT Academy and partners for The Spirit of Christmas Holiday Bazaar.

Activities will include:

• Free pancake breakfast with Scrooge. All donations benefiting SnowCap Community Charities and made possible by event sponsor Gresham Ford.
• Free gift wrapping
• Free letters to Santa (presented to Santa The Spirit of Christmas tree-lighting that evening).
• A table for children to make keepsake gifts for their parents, $5 and under.
• Hot cocoa bar and cookies for sale.
• Characters and carolers from SALT's upcoming production, "A Christmas Carol."

And many more fun activities to get you and the family into the Christmas spirit.

For more information about this event, contact Harvest moorman at 503-504-4026 or harvest@saltacademy.com.

When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 4PM-6PM Where: Historic Downtown Gresham Get Map!

The Gresham-Barlow Education Foundation is adding another fun, family-friendly element to this year's Spirit of Christmas a cocoa crawl.

The Cocoa Crawl will begin at 4:00 pm and will involve nine Gresham businesses in and around the downtown area. The final "Sip Stop" will be at the Arts Plaza with ServPro serving hot cocoa to everyone gathered for the City of Gresham's 27th annual tree lighting event.

Cocoa Crawl participants must purchase a $10 commemorative mug and will be provided with a map of Sip Stops. This mug allows you to enjoy a serving of hot cocoa, another hot beverage or small treat at 9 downtown Gresham businesses. Several businesses are also offering a special discount for cocoa crawlers.

You can purchase mugs for $10 at: Burns Feed Store, Core Coffee, Accent on Attitude, Glass Butterfly, Gresham Ford or by contacting the Gresham Barlow Education Foundation at 503-766-0008. Only 200 mugs are available and they are selling quickly so don't delay.

For more information please see the event brochure, which includes a map of sip-stops.

Participating businesses include:

1. Core Coffee
2. Glass Butterfly
3. All About Kids Resale
4. Accent on Attitude
5. Off the Charts Games
6. Books Around the Corner
7. Maggie Mae's Kids Bookshop
8. Boccelli's Ristorante
9. Party Surprise

The final stop is with ServPro at the Arts Plaza at 6:00 pm for the tree lighting event.

For more information about this event, contact Vicki Moen at 503-766-0008 or info@gbefkids.org.

When: Sat, Nov 24, 2018 6AM-10PM Where: Throughout Gresham Get Map!

Black Friday? No, Shop Small Saturday! Support your local businesses of Gresham on November 24. Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses in the Gresham area. Visit the Gresham Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Why do we shop small?

1. Small and local businesses give back more to your community. According to Civic Economics, "On average, 48% of each purchase at local independent businesses is recirculated locally, compared to the less than 14% of purchases at chain stores."
2. Small businesses make a major economic impact in our City. According to the SBA, since 1990, small businesses have added 9 million jobs. The more you shop local, the more local job opportunities will increase.
3. Small businesses create a sense of community. Check out the City's Spirit of Christmas event. Events like this are made possible because of participating local Gresham businesses.

For more information about this event, contact Shelley Write at 503-665-1131 or shelleyw@greshamchamber.org.

Get involved, Make a difference When: Mon, Nov 26, 2018 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city.

For more information about this event contact Tammy Richardson, Planning Technician at 503-618-2401 or Tammy.Richardson@GreshamOregon.gov.