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Mother’s Day is more than meets the eye

Roots of the day run deep; official U.S. designation came in 1914

Appearing as a recent phenomenon — promoting the sale of chocolates and greeting cards — Mother’s Day has a rich heritage that carries more history and meaning than we may now recognize.

‘Lassie’ and ‘Secrets of the Gorge’ presentation May 15

Local author Scott Cook will present a slideshow, and video presentation “Historic Secrets of the Gorge”, on May 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Columbia Center for the Arts.

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Mother’s Day Musings

Mothers’ Day is May 12. We asked five Hood River residents of varying ages to tell us, “What do you love about your mother?” as a kind of Mothers’ Day card to moms everywhere.

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Kaleidoscope: 'Real is right'

Owners take new approach to running historic business

The futons are gone, but the view remains forever. A six-figure renovation effort continues at Lost Lake Resort and campground, which re-opened May 1 for campers, lodge and cabin guests, hikers and boaters.

Library notes: Rachael Fox gives freely in her ‘new’ library role

Rachael Fox has never been interviewed for the newspaper before and is clearly excited at the prospect — but not nearly as excited as she is about her new job.

Museum Blog: On mothers, history and current events

It is May; Mother’s Day month. Many of you know that I have two wonderful children and one super wonderful grandson. But in thinking about mother’s day this year, I have to focus on a recent conversation I had with my son, Aaron.

‘Transformation’ opens May 9

CAST Theater and Columbia Center for the Arts present Annie Baker’s award winning play: “Circle, Mirror, Transformation,” on May 9.

Soroptimist seeks help for Gorge infants

For many expectant mothers in our community, the excitement of having a baby is diminished by serious life stresses. Soroptimist International of Hood River invites the whole community to make a difference for these new families.

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Entertainment Update for May 8, 2013

Tess Barr at Waucoma Club

A slice of local life: Horizion’s Jim Brown: Teaching in many ways

Jim Brown is a great example of never giving up until you find your niche in life.

Teens’ good wishes sail across the Valley

The colorful string of handcrafted flags lifted into the air, fluttering peacefully in the Hood River winds. Teens and teachers raised their hands in benediction, sending their wishes for peace, prosperity, kindness and community out toward the towns they call home.

‘Art & Soles’ opens with a kick

This May, thirteen artists share their fetish for shoes in an amazing display of creativity at the Columbia Center for the Arts. Shoes are on display in a high-stepping mixed-media interpretative show.

Entertainment Update for May 4

Bird walk on Indian Creek Trail; ‘Historic Secrets’ show May 15; FISH benefit May 4 at The Pines; Flamenco dance at Gallery 301

Pet of the Week: Pansy, please!

Pansy is a sweet Chihuahua/Terrier mix about one year old.