Archive for July, 2009
Summer 2009
Friday, July 10th, 2009
Acts of loving-kindness describe everything from helping an elderly neighbor go grocery shopping, to treating a homeless person on the street with respect, to participating in a service project that embraces an entire community.
The View – Oral Hull Foundation for the Blind
Volume VII, No 3, Summer 2009
Acts of Loving-Kindness! from the desk of Jeff Lann, executive director
Acts of loving-kindness describe everything from helping an elderly neighbor go grocery shopping, to treating a homeless person on the street with respect, to participating in a service project that embraces an entire community.
The important aspects of these acts does not lie with just responding to a particular need but in the notion that volunteering is not only meaningful in and of itself but it is also rich for opportunities for learning and connecting with others. Over the past few months I have had the privilege of meeting with Mountainview Christian Church Senior Pastor TJ Southard, Involvement Pastor Craig Ziese and the staff and congregation on the Oral Hull Project.
As part of Mountainview’s community outreach, the Oral Hull Foundation has been selected to be the benefactor of two work parties involving more than 200 church members and 1,200 volunteer hours over a two day period scheduled at Oral Hull Park on Saturday June 20 and Sunday July 19.
Projects include building a new dog off leash area, replacing doors in Rainbow Lodge, building two Bocce Ball courts, adding new seating to our camp fire area, adding new hand rails leading to the Gardens of Enchantment, beautifying our grounds, trail work, painting the spa, plus many other undertakings. Donations from members of the church are paying for these projects.
On behalf of all of us at the Oral Hull Foundation for the Blind, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our friends at Mountainview Christian Church. Their selfless actions, good deeds and compassion are valued gifts. These are true acts of loving-kindness and will immediately and positively help our Oral Hull community in countless ways!
You are invited to meet our friends from Mountainview Christian Church on Sunday, July 19 at 2:00. Get involved with the work party, take a swim, and enjoy a delicious barbeque dinner a bonfire. Round-trip transportation will be provided to Portland. Call to reserve a spot on the bus.
Volunteer Braille Services Inc.
We are very pleased to announce that we have received a $25,000 donation from Volunteer Braille Services, Inc. to improve the Rainbow Lodge restrooms. Frank Synoground, Oral Hull board member, presented the check to Oral Hull President Tom Ciesielski at our 6 June board meeting. Mr. Synoground noted that we need to get the most use out of our facility and one of the drawbacks has been accessibility of the restrooms. This donation will address this need.
2009 Adult Summer Vacation programs at Oral Hull Park
Why should kids have all the fun? Trade your briefcase in for a paddle! It’s your turn to experience our one week adult vacation camps. This is your opportunity to drop everything in your busy life and spend a week with others doing only what you want to do. You can choose to relax by the pool or be active with hiking, swimming, fishing and more.
Enjoy delicious home cooked meals by Chef Becky Stewart and you don’t have to lift a finger. Our Adventure Camp has a waiting list but we still have limited space available in our Friends and Alumni Camp (August 9-15) and our second adventure camp, Explore Oregon (August 17-23). This is a perfect opportunity to rediscover who you really are. For additional information call 503-668-6195.
Family Fun Day and Lions Chicken Barbeque – August 30 – Open to all!
You and your family are cordially invited to attend our biggest event of the year. Oral Hull’s Family Fund Day and Lions Chicken Barbeque will be held on Sunday, August 30 from noon to 4:00p.m. Visit with friends, feast on a delicious barbeque chicken meal prepared by the Lions Club, take a dip in our pool, tour our award winning Garden of Enchantment, enjoy family games and listen to the great music of Ron Ruedi and the Hurricanes. The cost for a complete meal is only $8 for adults and $4 for children. Call for tickets!
Calendar of Events
For the first time in four years, we will be open for an informal weekender over the July 4th weekend. Come on Friday and stay the weekend. We will have a barbeque on Saturday. Cost $10/person/night for lodging. Saturday barbecue $8. Reservations required.
The Oral Hull Foundation at the Sandy Mountain Festival.
Come visit the Oral Hull booth at the Sandy Mountain Festival on Saturday, July 11 and 12. This is the city of Sandy’s largest community-wide event. Great food, artists, music and more. We are seeking sponsors for our “baked potato” booth. Help us generate more income and defray our expenses by purchasing potatoes, sour cream, cheese, etc. Call Becky for additional information. 503-505-3664.
Our first fall Weekender is scheduled for September, September 12. Bring a new friend (new to Oral Hull Park) and he/she will enjoy 2 nights lodging for the price of one.
Please note our new Oral Hull policies
The Oral Hull bus will only stop at our pick-up points if a person has made a reservation 24 hours prior to an event. If a person needs special accommodations (wheelchair, scooter) we require a minimum 72 hour notice.
Each member/guest is allowed one medium sized suitcase (not exceeding 20 pounds) and two small pieces of hand/carry on luggage on the Oral Hull bus (to be carried on your seat) for weekenders and short stays. Medical equipment is exempt from the restrictions.
New Transportation Schedule (reservations required)
Pick up 9:00 Commission for the Blind, return time 4:30p.m.
Pick up 9:30, Jack in the Box, 82nd and Holgate, return time 4:00p.m.
Pick up 10:00, Gresham Transit, 8th and Kelly, return time 3:30p.m.
Pick up 10:10 Carls Jr 8th and Burnside, return time 3:20
Arrive at Oral Hull at 10:30 Depart from Oral Hull at 2:45 pm.
Members are entitled to one locker in the Morgan Recreation Hall. Lock to be provided by the member. Please note the Oral Hull Foundation is not responsible for personal property.
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