Let's start the weekend on a high note, with a before & after look at Hazeldale Park. Our park maintenance crew recently replaced cracking sidewalk and improved the pathway and sidewalk ramp to meet ADA standards. Lookin' good!

Interested in joining local government? A great way to start is to join a THPRD Advisory Committee. THPRD is currently seeking individuals who are passionate about making positive change in our community. Learn more and apply (by Dec. 3) at http://bit.ly/1MiRjG1

U.S. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici joined THPRD and volunteers from Passport Oregon to say thanks to the youth and adults who spent a portion of their Saturday planting about 400 trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants to improve water quality and wildlife habitat along Downing Creek.

THPRD recently became just the fourth parks department in Oregon to earn CAPRA accreditation. Jerry Jones, president of THPRD's elected board of directors, explains why that's a big deal for residents of the district.

Newt Day! Our annual homage to this lovable rough-skinned super hero returns on Saturday, Nov. 4 (noon-4 pm) with education, activities and an opportunity to explore the grounds of the Tualatin Hills Nature Park: http://bit.ly/2gF21nT

The annual Fall Festival at Cedar Hills is today, 11a-3p. Get out of the house and enjoy a costume party + so much more. Details: http://bit.ly/2yEs3fl

We have three great events this weekend: one Dive-In movie and TWO popular Halloween-themed events. Join us for a fun, festive weekend.

THPRD's maintenance fleet logs nearly 400,000 road miles annually, so driver training is critical to keep our drivers and residents safe. Here's a look at our crew in action.

This report, from KGW's Joey Harrington, demonstrates one big reason we're so excited about opening Mountain View Champions Park.

We are hosting three community conversations to gather public input that will inform the master plan for a new park in Aloha (SW 187th Ave. and SW Bonnie Meadow Ln.) Groups will meet at Beaver Acres Elementary on: •Tuesday, Oct. 24, 6:30-8p •Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:30-8p •Saturday, Nov. 4, 10:30a-noon Live nearby? Want to participate? Call or email John (503-235-5881 or john@jla.us.com) to apply. Participants will receive a $25 stipend. Learn more at http://bit.ly/2hIG7A7

Great community events like the Fall Festival at THPRD Cedar Hills Recreation Center rely on supportive volunteers. Join us for a fun day! Host games, cookie decorating, pumpkin painting, bingo, photo shoots and more. Sign up today at http://bit.ly/1W3QtUw

Stop by the Cedar Mill Cider Festival today for crafty wares, yummy eats and delicious cider! Plus, at 2 PM THPRD will dedicate the Sue Conger Memorial Boardwalk. http://bit.ly/2hFchIX