WEEKLY UPDATE For Viva Village Members and Volunteers
VIVA VILLAGE NOTE
Viva Village is now OPEN!
(In case you missed it last week), the Viva Village Governing Council has voted to return to pre-pandemic operations with the following stipulations:
Non-vaccinated individuals must wear a mask when participating in any Village event or meeting or entering the Viva Village office.
Mask wearing and social distancing practices for vaccinated individuals are at their comfort level and discretion.
The office will be open for meetings in the back room for up to 8 people. The front room of the office will only be used by office staff unless someone is receiving assistance from the office volunteer.
Each event group or action team will determine if their meeting will be on Zoom or in-person based on space availability and the desires of the group.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Mike Conner or Karen McCune, Governing Council co-chairs: vivavillageor@gmail.com, attn: Mike Conner or Karen McCune
July 2–25, 2021 Columbia Sportswear Employee Store For Viva Village Members and Volunteers Exclusive Shopping Opportunity Columbia Sportswear Employee Store offers the latest products at employee discount prices (40-50% below retail). To protect the health and safety of their customers and employees, Columbia Sportswear is limiting the number of customers in the store and sanitizing dressing rooms and check-out stations. Face coverings are required for both employees and customers. Bring your own. Refer to the invitation for more details.
Online Movie Interest Group (members and volunteers) Wednesday, July 14, August 11. 5 pm (second Wednesday) Selected movies for July: Life, Animated (a documentary), Trumbo (a feature film), both available on Kanopy, and Fatherhood is available on Netflix. Watch any or all three of these movies, then join the discussion to share your impressions. Kanopy is a streaming service offered by the Washington County Library. Click HERE for a brief description of each film. RSVP for the Zoom link: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com (Click on the movie title above, then log in to your library account. To create a Kanopy account, click HERE.)
Online Tai Chi Class (members and volunteers) Thursdays, 10–11:30 am
July 15, 22, 29, August 12, 19, 26 (no class 8/5) Tai Chi led by certified instructor, Richard Chew. RSVP for the Zoom link: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com
Online Writers Group(members and volunteers) Thursdays, 4 pm
July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 "Our writing group gives us a place and time to be our creative selves by practicing writing for our own enjoyment." Generative writing using prompts, writing, optional sharing, and recall type feedback. RSVP for the Zoom link: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com
Patio Picnics(members and volunteers) Friday, 11:30 am–1 pm (every other Friday) July 16, 30, August 13, 27 Join 4 to 6 Viva Village members and volunteers for conversation and lunch on outdoor decks or patios.Once you reply, you will be assigned to a group and notified about the location and the host's contact information. You bring your own lunch. Follow current Viva Village guidelines. Let us know if you want to host or be a guest. RSVP by noon on the Wednesday before the picnic date: vivavillageevents@gmail.com or 503-746-5082
Online Mindfulness Course (members and volunteers) Mondays, July 19, 26. 2–3 pm Note: No class in August, but will resume in September. Martha McJacobs from Life by Design guides participants through exercises and discussions focused on using meditation techniques to reduce stress. RSVP: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com
Women's Coffee(members and volunteers) Tuesdays, 10:00 am
July 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Meet at a member's home for coffee and conversation. RSVP for the address: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com
Online Age Café(open to all) Friday, July 23, August 6, 20. 11 am–12 pm (every other Friday) A forum for exploring issues and topics relevant to older adults, with a new thought-provoking topic each session. July 23 Topic: Self-Kindness and Self-Worth as We Age August 6 Topic: Handling Transitions Click here to join the Age Café
*Password: cupcake "Doors" open at 10:45. Co-hosted by: Viva Village, Washington County Disability, Aging and Veterans Services (DAVS), and the Beaverton City Library RESOURCES—Links, Books, Films, and more…
Age Café participants share interesting and informative resources. Look for Age Café under the Resources tab on our website. (updated after each session.)
Volunteer Happy Hour(volunteers) Friday, July 23, August 27. 2 pm(fourth Friday) Plan A: Weather permitting, we'll meet in a park. Location to be determined. Plan B: If the the temperature forecast exceeds 85 degrees, we will meet on Zoom. RSVP for the location (or the Zoom link):vivavillageevents@gmail.comor 503-746-5082
August Book Selection: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Viva Village Nature Walk
(members and volunteers) Saturday, August 7. 9:30 am(first Saturday) Tualatin Hills Nature Center. 15655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton 97003. Meet in the parking lot at the entrance to the park. (Unvaccinated walkers must wear a mask.) Meeting Place Map—look for the Viva Village sign.
RSVP recommended so we know to watch for you: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com
Viva Village 101 (open to all) Saturday, August 14. 10–11:30 am (second Saturday) An informational session about Viva Village. A good opportunity for new or prospective members and/or volunteers to learn more and ask questions. Tell your family and friends! RSVP recommended: 503-746-5082 or vivavillageevents@gmail.com Viva Village Brochure and Membership Information
Viva Village Governing Council Meeting Meet the Governing Council members and take a look behind the scenes at how Viva Village works. Volunteers and members are welcome to attend. Contact the office a few days ahead for the Zoom link. vivavillageor@gmail.comor 503-746-5082 Next Governing Council meeting: Monday, July 19, 10 am–12 pm Notes of Governing Council meetings are available on our website.
CROSS–VILLAGE EVENTS(RSVP to the sponsoring Village) Events for members and volunteers of all Villages in Villages NW Click HERE for more details
WLLO Village TED Talks.every Monday, 1 pm. Each week a short video is chosen for viewing and discussion. Contact info@wllovillage.org for the Zoom information. – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – River West Village Kanopy Movie Discussion Group. Thursday, July 15, 10 am. This month's movie is The Biggest Little Farm.Click HERE for a brief summary. Watch the movie at your convenience. Then join us for discussion. The movie is available on Kanopy. To join the conversation, click HERE. – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – North Star Village Come Walk with Us in Beautiful Columbia Park. Wednesday, July 21, 12:30 pm. Walk with other Villagers in 35 acre Columbia Park in North Portland. No need to RSVP … just come and enjoy. – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – Villages Clark County Foundational Fitness Webinar.Saturday, July 31, 10 am. A webinar focusing on the fitness side of preventing falls. Contact Ramona Perkins at rperkins@villagesclarkcounty.org or call 360-901-3745 for the Zoom link to join and register. RSVP by: 7/28/21
Bend, Oregon, May 2021
Two Photo Series from Yongkie's and Pokie's visit
First — the Old Mill District Click HERE or on the photo to enjoy more
Next — Drake Park (an unexpected discovery) Click HERE or on the photo to enjoy more
Non-vaccinated individuals must wear a mask when participating in any Village event or meeting or entering the Viva Village office.
customers and employees, Columbia Sportswear is limiting the number of customers in the store and sanitizing dressing rooms and check-out stations. Face coverings are required for both employees and customers. Bring your own. 
Meet the Governing Council members and take a look behind the scenes at how Viva Village works. Volunteers and members are welcome to attend. Contact the office a few days ahead for the Zoom link. 
