Early Learning News
April 2023
Easter Fun for the Family!
Classes & Opportunities
Opportunities to hear from the City of Estacada and to let your voice be heard!
Planning Commission hearing on Childcare issues in Estacada | April 27th, starting at 7:00pm | City Hall Chambers
The Estacada Planning Commission will be considering changes to the Development Code regarding childcare. These code changes would 1) clarify definitions of childcare provider types, and 2) allow childcare facilities in more of the City’s zoning districts. Email planning@cityofestacada.org or call (503) 630-8286 by 4:00pm on April 27th to sign up to testify in person or virtually, or to send us any written comments for Planning Commission to consider, as they formulate a recommendation for City Council.
Council hearing on Childcare issues in Estacada | May 8th, starting at 7:00pm | City Hall Chambers
Estacada City Council will be considering changes to the Development Code regarding childcare. Email planning@cityofestacada.org or call (503) 630-8286 by 4:00pm on May 8th to sign up to testify in person or virtually, or to send us any written comments for the Council to consider.
Public Survey: Zoning for Childcare
City Council wants to hear your thoughts about potential changes to the zoning code regarding childcare. Please share your input with the Council by completing this brief survey: https://forms.office.com/r/HGKfipLFCA. A summary of the proposed zoning code amendments can be viewed or downloaded here: https://www.cityofestacada.org/media/5768
What’s Up, Estacada! | May 15th, 11:30-1:00pm | City Hall Chambers
What’s Up, Estacada! is an informal, open-door event for community members to visit with decision-makers, staff, and local partners; ask questions about projects or issues; and share your perspective. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is in-person only. Can’t make it? Join us next time! What’s Up events will be held every few months.
More Opportunities for the Family
Get Active Together
Outdoor Science Fun
More DIY Sensory Bin Ideas
Learning More
The Children's Reading Foundation
A child’s experiences from birth to age 5 create the necessary brain connections essential for all future learning.
Childcare, Preschools, and More
Community Resources
ARPA Basic Needs Assistance
To see if AntFarm can assist, please reach out to: Emergency Management Services at 503-668-7962 or email amiek@antfarmyouthservices.com
Para ver si AntFarm puede ayudar, comuníquese con: Servicios de Manejo de Emergencias en 503-668-7962 o correo electrónico amiek@antfarmyouthservices.com
Services
Clothing/Household Goods
Local Health Care
Food Assistance
Free Breakfast
The 3rd Saturday of Each month, 8am - 11am at Clackamas Valley Baptist Church.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Friends of the Estacada Public Library are the Local Champions of Imagination Library.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides specially-selected, age-appropriate, high-quality books for children from birth to age five. Books are delivered to your home each month in a package addressed to the child receiving it. This program is free of charge to participating families, and is funded and maintained locally by Friends of the Estacada Public Library and other community donors. Visit the Imagination Library web site to find out more about this exciting early literacy program.
Registration is open to children from birth to five years old who reside in zip codes 97022 and 97023 ( Eagle Creek and Estacada ).
Fill out the online registration form
Imagination Library links
Goodnight with Dolly Storytime Videos--Dolly reads 10 bedtime stories; Literacy Tips and Resources for Parents and Caregivers; Coloring & Activity Sheets
Todos Juntos - All Together Empowering Youth & Families
Email: sryingj@estacada.k12.or.us or julies@todos-juntos.net
Website: www.todos-juntos.net
Phone: 503 630-8552
Facebook: facebook.com/todosjuntosclackamascounty
