10/07/2014
Candidates for ALNA's Board
We are looking forward to another great board year in the Arbor Lodge Neighborhood Association!We invite you to join us October 16th and vote to elect volunteers who will serve in the board (or run for a seat).The following people have declared the position they are interested in serving - and you can add your name to the list - just let us know if you'd like to run!
You may email any of the candidates if you have questions for them or would like to get to know them better.Allen WheelandBob MeehanDuane EldredEli PattonGinger EdwardsKaty AsherLauren PattonNate YoungNicole LeggettRobert GreenSharon ParkerTammi Kipp
Come vote at ALNA's Annual Meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2014!
10/05/2014
Tips for Staying Cozy this Winter
From Clean Energy Works
After a hot summer, temperatures will eventually drop—and winter is just around the corner. Grab a coffee or a hot apple cider, put on your favorite flannel, and cuddle up to your sweetie because we’ve got you covered when it comes to the best tips for keeping toasty indoors.
Take advantage of winter sun. Yes, there is sun, even in Oregon winter! When it’s shining, be sure to open south-facing window curtains, drapes, and blinds during the day, so the sunlight can naturally heat your home. Close window coverings at night to keep the heat in.
Cover drafty windows. Tape a do-it-yourself, clear, plastic film to the inside of your window frames. Make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame. Installing window treatments, such as blinds, drapes, or shades, can also help reduce heat loss.
Adjust the temperature. Set the thermostat 10 to 15 degrees cooler when you’re not home to use less energy and lower utility bills. Lowering the temperature slightly at night and adding an extra blanket to the bed keeps the whole family extra cozy.
Give your home a free check up from Clean Energy Works. Your home does a lot for you—everyone needs a check up every once in a while. We’ll give you a complete look at all the ways you can improve your home: becoming more efficient, creating comfort, providing better air quality, and even being safe during an earthquake. Take an online eValuation, and use HomeScope to see what your neighbors are doing for their homes—with all kinds of information on rebates and financing available when you’re ready for a home upgrade. It’s all available at: www.cleanenergyworksoregon.org
10/03/2014
Parke Diem 2014
Parke Diem is coming to Arbor Lodge Park and Harper's Playground on October 11th, 9-12Come join the fun and help us "put the Park to bed for the winter" and maintain Harper's Playground for play every day. Parke Diem is a City wide effort to help Parks. You can help by signing up online and coming that day. Use the online sign up and you'll get a swag bag with a T-shirt, and coupons from Columbia Sportswear and more. Follow the link below and choose "community", then "Arbor Lodge Park", the form will prompt you through completion. Thanks for joining us for a morning of fun and public service. : )'s http://parklandia.org/parkediem.
09/27/2014
25 Years, $25 Trees for Arbor Lodge
Let's put more trees in the Lodge we have, Arbor Lodge that is. Friends of Trees is having a 25 year celebration and offering trees for $25 each for your parking strip. That's a great deal - it includes the inspection, permits, and delivery of a healthy young tree right to your planting hole. You can volunteer to help plant it and a few others close to your home. Check it out at FriendsofTrees.org/plant or call them at 503-282-8846. Cleaner air for our 'hood, places for birds to hang out, shade, beauty, what's not to like???
09/24/2014
Update: September 24th 2014
Join us for Parke Diem.What is that? Parke Diem is a City wide volunteer event taking place October 10th and 11th.
Arbor Lodge Park/Harper's Playground is one of the sites for October 11th, 9-12.If you register online for this event you'll receive a cool T-shirt, snacks, and $ off coupons for Columbia Sportswear. A few small thanks for your volunteerism. To sign up go to: Parklandia.org/parkediem, then chose community, then Arbor Lodge Park. Thank you!