First Friday - Troutdale
2022-05-06 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-06-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-07-01 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-02 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

This week's Chamber Chat is with the Port of Portland hosted by the City of Wood Village!
2022-05-11 00:30 - 01:30
Just when you though we couldn’t have a more important chat host, we have the Port of Portland as our host. The Port of Portland has had one of the most challenging years with the distribution problems caused by the pandemic. Come hear and see this presentation and see how things have been affected by the Pandemic. So it will be great at 7:38am at the City Hall in Wood Village. Come and invite a friend or fellow business owner. Refreshments will be served.

Community Cleanup Day (Wood Village)
2022-05-14 02:00 - 05:30
Community Cleanup Day (Wood Village)
Wood Village Town Center (Lowe’s Parking Lot)
Saturday May 14
9:00am – 12:00pm

Another opportunity to be involved in the City of Wood Village.

Please contact the Chamber. Cindy at CPtrips@aol.com
Gina Chamber Rep 503-669-7473

EmeineN@woodvillage.gov

Troutdale Festival of the Arts
2022-05-21 10:00 - 2022-05-22 18:00 | Glenn Otto Park, 1102 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR, 97060, United States
This event has been postponed to May 21st-May22nd. Please check our website for updates: https://troutdaleartsfestival.org/
This year because of COVID19 and social distancing, The Troutdale Festival of the Arts will happen at Glenn Otto Park with two additional sites within a block of Glenn Otto Park. Those additional sites will be the ART CENTER and CASWELL SCULPTURE GARDENS. Parking will be at Glenn Otto Park and north across highway 30 at a private lot.

June 1st - The West Columbia Gorge Chamber Chamber Learn over Lunch with hosts Bob and Jane Regan of HBI.
2022-06-01 05:00 - 06:00 | Bandits Bar and Grill, 108 E Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR, 97060, United States
This week we will be meeting for a learn over lunch at Bandits Bar & Grill. Jane Regan will be sharing how they have been doing kitchen and bathroom remodeling over the past 25 years or so. They have an extensive collection of their achievements. Want to know what makes sense in this arena, come here then tell you all about it and plan your future remodeling with one of the Chambers newer members. They bring excitement to remodeling. If you want to eat, be sure to come a little early to order your lunch. Going to be a great meeting and we are so pleased to have them share their experience with our Chamber members

This week's Chamber Chat is with Karen Johnston of All About Automotive
2022-06-08 00:30 - 01:30 | All About Automotive, 130 NW 2nd St, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
Karen Johnston will be hosting this week’s Chamber Chat. Located in downtown Gresham on 2nd St near the Gresham Library. Come hear about their latest fundraiser and what they do as a repair facility. You won’t be disappointed and checking this company out is well worth your while and time.
Come hear Karen Johnston speak about All About Automotive latest giving opportunity. Karen is such a giver when it comes to community and worthwhile promotions to help people in need. Last time we hosted All About Automotive they were doing a Breast cancer awareness and fund drive. They really have a heart for Non-Profits and I am sure they are doing something.
Breast cancer strikes so many women and this latest effort supports women who have or have had breast cancer. Other promotions they have done support the schools and usually have a supply drive for back to school. Fundraisers are all about those who are suffering or are in great need. All About Automotive leads in small vehicle repair and is very competitive cost wise and couples that with excellent customer service. The West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce is proud of the relationship we have with this service company!

Annual membership meeting will be held at Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church 11:30 to 1pm
2022-06-15 04:30 - 06:00 | Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church
The annual membership meeting will be held at Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church in Fairview. Agenda will consist in update on financial picture of the Chamber, projects under consideration such as the Tails and Trails project in late August and the election of officers and board members. There will be light refreshments served. Bring your ideas to improve the Chamber. We will also be electing board members for a new year of service. Ballots will be provided at the meeting. If you are interested in serving on the board, please send your request an application to the Chamber PO Box 245 in Troutdale, Can also email your interest to the Chamber through admin@westcolumbiagorgechamber.com

In-Person Social hour at Troutdale Station Food Carts
2022-06-30 10:00 - 12:00
What’s Next this week!
June 30th
at 5pm to 7pm

In-Person Social hour at Troutdale Station Food Carts 151 SW 257th Dr, Troutdale, OR 97060 Entrance on 257th.

Come to the new Troutdale Station Food Carts! The food is amazing from the food carts and the beer garden is open. Indoor seating is available as well. A great variety of food carts are on hand for your dining pleasure. Come early if you can for Happy Hour which runs from 3-5 but there pricing for the Bar is very reasonable and an amazing selection. Something to please anyone’s thirst!

This is an event, not to miss as so many of us have not had the opportunity to socialize with fellow businesses. Support the newest potential member for the Chamber and this is not one to miss. Let’s have a good time!

In honor of Independence Day, we will not have a meeting on the 4th of July so you can spend time with your friends and family. Celebrate this holiday safely.

July 1 – Barnyard Concert sponsored by the Troutdale Historical Society
2022-07-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Troutdale Historical Society, 732 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060
Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Location: Barn Exhibit Hall lawn, 732 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon
Topic: Free Concert – Sunny South Blue Grass Band playing bluegrass with an emphasis on traditional style similar to Flatt and Scruggs. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and join us on the lawn for this family friendly evening of fun and music.

In Celebration of July 4th Independence Day there will be no Chamber chat this week.
2022-07-03 - 2022-07-04
The Chamber wishes all members and non members a Happy 4th of July. The office will be closed so families can celebrate the 4th of July in their own way. Please make note of this.

Meet our new President Ed Chin at this week's Coffee Chat held at Tany's Coffee Shop!
2022-07-13 00:38 - 01:38 | Tany’s Coffee Shop 3030, 3030 NE Hogan Dr, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
Come meet the Chambers new President Ed Chin. This will be a meet and greet format so come have some coffee and something fun to eat and network with fellow chamber members and guests.

Monthly Board meeting of the WCGCC
2022-07-19 01:00 - 10:00
Monthly Board meeting of the WCGCC. We will be meeting at the Bateman and Carroll Funeral home. This event is open to the public and/or attended by zoom. In person location is the Bateman and Carroll Funeral Home at 520 W Powell Blvd Gresham, OR 97030

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/meeting/83353727091#:~:text=https%3A//us02web.zoom.us/j/83353727091%3Fpwd%3Da3JkNUl3ZUYrWHVyMmxvb0ZvZnRTZz09

Kiwanis of Troutdale will be speaking about the Cruise in Coming up in August. Host Jim Jackson
2022-07-20 00:30 - 02:00 | Bateman Carroll Funeral Home, 520 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR, 97030
This coming week the Chamber chat will be at Bateman Carroll Funeral home. President of the Troutdale Kiwanis, Jim Jackson will be speaking about this event to be held on August 6th in downtown Troutdale from 9am to 2pm. They will be closing this part of the Columbia Highway so there can plenty of classis cars. Never know what cars you will see but they will be amazing and awesome for sure. The event is sponsored by several Chamber members, Weston Kia GMC, Multnomah Falls Lodge, The Outlook, and the City of Troutdale!

July 27th - The West Columbia Gorge Chamber Chamber Chat will be in person at Alex's Bar in Fairview. Meet Metro Council Rep Shirley Craddick
2022-07-27 10:00 - 12:00 | West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce, P. O Box 245, Troutdale, 97060, United States
What’s Next this week!
July 27th
at 5pm to 7pm

In-Person Social hour with Shirley Craddick of the Metro Council at Alex’s – Bar 1712 NE 223rd Ave Fairview, OR 97024

Alex’s Bar is the place for fun at this Off track betting location. The food is amazing and the seating on the patio has lots of fresh air and will be nice to be in a covered area as temperatures heat up this week. They have a great menu and all of it is to go as well.
We will be having a guest speaker this week with Metro Council representative Shirley Craddick joining us.

The Metro Council and staff are considering making some changes to how Metro’s Supportive Housing business tax is calculated. The goal is to create more conformity between jurisdictions to simplify filing. She is bringing some formation for us and will be ready to answer any questions you may have about the upcoming forum on this Falls’ ballot.

Learn over Lunch with Michaela Ghioni of Ghioni Tax and Accounting Solutions
2022-08-03 04:30 - 06:00 | West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce, P. O Box 245, Troutdale, 97060, United States
This coming Wednesday the Chamber will be hosted by Michaela Ghioni of Ghioni Tax and Accounting Solutions LLC. It is located at the Corner of Kelly and Division in the National Guard Building 958 NE Kelly Ave Suite B, Gresham, OR 97030. Just ring the bell at the front of the building and a staff person will let you in. Ghioni Tax and Accounting Solutions is a full service bookkeeping company and does Tax preparation for personal and businesses alike. Need an answer on tax or bookkeeping, be sure to attend this Learn over lunch meeting. Light refreshments will be served but feel free to bring you own lunch if you like.

Friday Family Fun Night Donald L Robertson Park City of Wood Village
2022-08-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Donald L. Robertson Park, 24300 NE Halsey, Wood Village, OR, 97060, United States
Friday Family Fun Night
Donald L Robertson Park
Friday, August 5th
Begins at 6:00pm

More details to follow but to get involved in activities in Wood Village

Please contact at
EmeineN@woodvillage.gov

In-Person with Superintendent Dr. Derek Fialkiewicz of the Corbett School District!
2022-08-10 00:38 - 01:38 | Corbett Grade School, 35800 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Corbett, 97019
In-Person with Superintendent Dr. Derek Fialkiewicz of the Corbett School District! Derek will be speaking about the upcoming school year and building community partnerships. Chamber chat will be at Corbett Grade School located at 35800 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy Corbett. Coffee and breakfast snacks will be served.

BASH (Business after Social Hour) will be held at Gorges Beer in Cascade Locks!
2022-08-17 10:00 - 12:00
This weeks event will be our monthly BASH will be held at Gorges Beer Company in Cascade Locks. One of Cascade Locks newest businesses on the main road in Cascade Locks. Full menu and great beer. A tour of Marine Park will be included for those who are interested. This the first time in awhile that we have had an event in Cascade Locks but it is summer time and a great place to visit. The Bridge of the Gods is there and a favorite Ice Cream shop that has the best and biggest cones. Let us know if you are coming so we can tell our hosts.

After Hours BASH at the Taste of Village in downtown Troutdale
2022-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Taste of Village, 302 Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR, 97060, United States
This is the new trend in Chamber chats. Meeting in the evening is very popular with our members and we look forward to being at the Taste of Village Chinese Restaurant in downtown Troutdale. Come taste the food and have your favorite beverage in the bar at this fun restaurant. Come for the networking and stay for the food and meeting of fellow chamber members..

September 2 - 18 – Troutdale Historical Society History Hunt
2022-09-01 - 2022-09-18
Registration Dates: Now open! Visit our THS Booth at the First Friday Art Walk July 1, Aug 5, Sept 2 to register in person OR email thshistoryhunt@gmail.com OR visit https://www.troutdalehistory.org/about-3.
Registration Time: 5 – 8pm
Registration Fee: $35 (non-THS member) $25 (THS member)
Registration Location: Depot Rail Museum, 473 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon 97060
Topic: The Troutdale Historical Society’s History Hunt returns. Register, get your clues, and begin your search through Troutdale’s history for the answers.
Registration includes one drawing in the raffle and a 20% off coupon for merchandise at the Barn Exhibit Hall gift shop. Answers to clues will be read and great prizes donated by local businesses will be awarded on September 2 at 2pm at the Sam Cox Building in Glenn Otto Community Park, 1102 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon. You do not need to be present to win.

September 2 – Barnyard Concert Sponsored by the Troutdale Historical Society
2022-09-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Troutdale Historical Society, 732 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060
Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Location: Barn Exhibit Hall Lawn, 732 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, Oregon 97060
Topic: Free Concert – Three Together returns with their 3-part harmonies on many songs from 60’s and 70’s era Folk, Pop and Rock. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and join us on the lawn for this family friendly evening of fun and music.

Chamber Chat this week will be hosted by the WCGCC at Tany's Coffee Shop!
2022-09-07 00:38 - 01:38 | Tany’s Coffee Shop 3030, 3030 NE Hogan Dr, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
This week there will be networking Chamber Chat at Tany’s Coffee Shop! Hosted by our Chamber President Ed Chin. Let’s celebrate Labor Day week by doing some networking at Tany’s Coffee Shop. Come early enough to enjoy a beverage and something to eat from the delicious menu that they offer. Should be a great way to enjoy the first part of the Fall. Invite a friend or another business to network with us. See you there!

WCGCC announces an after hours BASH with HBI and a pool party!
2022-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce, P. O Box 245, Troutdale, 97060, United States
Come join HBI, your local Kitchen and Bath remodelers, for fun and networking their end of summer Pool Party at their unique home in Troutdale. Bring your towel and have a swim in the heated pool! We’ll be Grilling sausages and hot dogs, plus salads, snacks, beverages. Play ping pong or shoot pool for more socializing. Tour the remodeled kitchen and bath to see their work.
(Look for the yellow and black mailboxes at 282nd Drive and Sweetbriar to turn down the driveway.) Please let the Chamber know if you are coming so we can plan accordingly. See you there!

This week's Chamber chat will be hosted by Geoff Kenway of Kenway Benefits Group at the Black Rock Coffee Bar in Troutdale.
2022-09-21 00:30 - 01:30 | Black Rock Coffee Bar, 24699 SE Stark St,, Troutdale, OR, 97060, United States
Fall is here and the time to review your insurance needs is here. Geoff will be sharing what you need to know about your insurance and how to get it reviewed. Geoff’ is the “Maine” insurance guy that comes to you at your home, office or your favorite Restaurant or Coffee Shop. Geoff specializes in Medicare and the time of year for that is fast approaching so come hear about that other types of insurance he does. Life insurance, Auto, home and commercial coverages. So much to learn and it will be an overview of these topics. There will be coffee and treats for you to enjoy as we are holding it at Black Rock Coffee Shop across the from Legacy Mount Hood Legacy. See you there!

Board meeting September 21st
2022-09-21 11:00 - 12:30 | West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce, P. O Box 245, Troutdale, 97060, United States
The monthly board meeting of the West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce has been scheduled for September 21st from 6 to 7:30pm at the Bateman Carroll Funeral Home conference room. Address is 520 W Powell Blvd Gresham, OR 97030

Zoom link for people who cannot attend in person:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/81681213465#:~:text=https%3A//us02web.zoom.us/j/81681213465%3Fpwd%3DVlBuYTJiNC9La21MRzkzY0tHYVBUdz09

Learn over Lunch-- Troutdale Food Station & Composting
2022-09-28 04:30 - 06:00 | Troutdale Station, 151 SW 257th Dr, Troutdale, OR, 97060, United States
Eat and learn with WM and the West Columbia Gorge Chamber! Join WM (formerly Waste Management) on Wednesday September 28th for a composting education event for businesses and the community at the Troutdale Station. Learn about the new food waste requirements from Oregon Metro, play the WM Recycle Right game to win prizes, and bring your questions for WM compost experts. Chamber members receive lunch courtesy of WM!
