The History and Global Traditions of Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day, celebrated in many countries on the second Sunday in May, has roots in ancient festivals, religious observances, and a heartfelt campaign by Anna Jarvis in the early 1900s. From ancient goddesses to modern brunches, discover the global origins, cultural customs, and evolution of this meaningful holiday.

The History and Meaning of Memorial Day: Honoring America’s Fallen Heroes

Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend—it’s a day of solemn remembrance for the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Rooted in post–Civil War traditions and evolving into a national holiday in 1971, Memorial Day continues to honor sacrifice through ceremonies, reflection, and the National Moment of Remembrance.

Spring Garden Fair returns to Canby May 3–4

Celebrate 41 years of garden inspiration at the 2025 Spring Garden Fair in Canby, May 3–4! Shop an incredible variety of regionally grown plants, garden art, and tools. Enjoy free Master Gardener classes, a potting station, raffles, expert advice, and more. Hosted by the Clackamas County Master Gardener™ Association, this beloved event is a must for green thumbs of all ages.

Canby High Honoring Women in History on Stage

Canby High Theatre presents “Radium Girls,” a powerful dramatization of 1920s female factory workers who bravely fought for their safety. Directed by Sullivan Mackintosh and featuring senior Laney Wakefield as Grace Fryer, this production mixes humor with serious themes. Don’t miss this compelling performance on Nov. 7, 8, 9, and 14, 15, 16 at the Richard R. Brown Fine Arts Center!

The History of Cannon Beach: A Shipwreck, Whale, And Shifting Names

Cannon Beach, the reference originates with a naval schooner, the USS Shark, which shipwrecked on the treacherous Columbia River Bar in 1846. A section of the ship containing cannons drifted south and washed ashore near present day Arch Cape. Although iron, copper, and wood were salvaged from the wreckage, the cannons were lost as the tides buried them in sand.

Shrimp It Up!

Cured coonstripe shrimp have become a game-changer for salmon and steelhead anglers, offering higher durability, consistent color, and effective catching power. Explore the pros and cons of various bait options, and discover the unique advantages of this pandalid shrimp species.

Canby’s Agricultural Heritage

The roots of Canby all come back to farming. Canby wouldn’t be where or what it is today without agriculture. Most likely, it wouldn’t be here at all. Canby can credit its agricultural success to the area’s fertile, sandy soils (deposited here, geologists believe, in the massive floods from Lake Missoula that ripped through the Willamette Valley during the last ice age, some 15,000 years ago) and of course to the hard work of our first farmers and settlers.