3rd Annual NorthWest Crossing Hullabaloo

Now in its third year, the NorthWest Crossing Hullabaloo has become a staple in the summer event “diet” for Central Oregonians and visitors alike. Promising fun for the whole family, the Hullabaloo goes a few steps further than the standard free street festival with great activities like these:

June 25 Schedule of Events from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.:

3:30pm

Kids’ Crit, presented by Umpqua Bank This popular “mini-criterium” takes place before the “big” kids get racing. Participation is FREE and prizes will be awarded for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd places in each age category. Free ice cream from the Umpqua Bank Ice Cream Truck for each participant. Now that’s a yummy finish! Age Categories: Ages 4 & Under (1 lap) Ages 6-8 (2 laps) Ages 9-10 (3 laps) Ages 11 & 12 (4 laps)

Pre-register in advance at Umpqua Bank’s NorthWest Crossing store. Participants must arrive by 3:20pm at the start/finish are at the intersection of John Fremont & NW Crossing Drive.

4:00 – 8:00pm

Hullabaloo Kid Zone

Enjoy laughter and fun with your kids at the Hullabaloo Kid Zone. There’s no shortage of kid-friendly fun to keep little ones entertained all evening long. Face painting, science experiments, and of course the ever popular bouncy houses!

4:30pm – 9:00pm NWX Criterium, presented by BendBroadband (logo) Whether you’re new to racing, a hard-core cyclist, or a world-class spectator, you won’t want to miss the excitement of racers zooming through the ‘hood and down NW Crossing Drive. Participants: OBRA License and helmets required. Annual and one-day licenses will be available for purchase. Registration will be located in the Start/Finish area on John Fremont/NW Crossing Dr. Day-of registration is $30 or $20 with 4 cans of food to benefit NeighborImpact. Race produced by Central Oregon Racing.

3:30pm - Registration open 4:30pm - JUNIORS - 25 minutes 5:05pm – TANDEM – 30 minutes - $40/pair registration 5:45pm – WOMEN – 30 minutes 6:25pm – CAT 4/5 MEN - 35 minutes 7:15pm – CAT 3 MEN - 40 minutes 8:05pm - PRO/1/2 MEN - 55 minutes

4:30 – 9:00pm

Hullabaloo Food Court

With all the Hullabaloo-ing you’ll be doing, you’re sure to work up an appetite! We’ve got you covered.

5:00 -10:00pm Hullabaloo Main Stage, presented by The Garner Group Hosted by Clear 101.7

We’ve gathered a talented line-up of musicians for your listening pleasure…

5:00-6:00pm: Atti2d

Don’t let their ages fool you. These local teens know how to rock! Atti2d performs a variety of covers from artists like Van Halen and KISS, as well as their own original music. These ambitious young musicians even recently released a debute album! Catch these talented teens before they hit the big time!

6:30 – 8:00pm: Todd Haaby & Sola Via

Back for their third Hullabaloo performance by popular demand! Haaby’s sultry mix of world music entwines fiery flamenco, Spanish guitar, South American tempos and the contemporary sounds of rock guitar.

8:30 – 10:00pm: Jonatha Brooke

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Jonatha Brooke brings her unique blend of folk, rock and pop to the Hullabaloo main stage. Her 7^th solo album, The Works, was released in 2008 and inspired by the musical archives of the late Woody Guthrie and she is fresh off a recent European tour. Jonatha’s honest and intriguing lyrics, along with the full sounds and melodies of her band make this a must-see performance!

The next day, June 26th, features the kick off of the popular NWX Farmer’s Market, which will run every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the end of September. For more information, visit www.nwxevents.com.

For additional information, please contact Valerie Yost at 541-382-1622, or email valerie@brooksresources.com. @mariefayandre

Central Oregon Builders' Association Honors Brooks Resources Corporation

Here's some news from our Bend, Ore. client, Brooks Resources Corporation... -- Central Oregon Builders’ Association Names Brooks Resources Corporation Green Developer of the Year
 Bend, Oregon real estate company is honored for sustainable practices Bend, Oregon – The Central Oregon Builders’ Association (COBA) honored Brooks Resources Corporation “Green Developer of the Year” at its annual Awards of Excellence gala earlier this month. The award was based on several criteria, including community service, sustainable practices, industry recognition and involvement with COBA activities. “Sustainable practices in developing the land we’ve called home for many decades is one of the core objectives of our company,” said Romy Mortensen, vice president of sales and marketing for Brooks Resources Corporation. “From master-planning our communities based on natural features and mature trees, all the way to restoration of native landscape, we keep our delicate high desert environment in mind. We are honored to be recognized by COBA for this commitment.” Along with the development of premier neighborhoods that meet the needs of a diverse population, Brooks Resources Corporation takes special care to conserve natural surroundings around home sites and encourage positive, sustainable community growth. To continue nurturing an active relationship with Central Oregon, the corporation formed the Bend Foundation, which supports education, arts and cultural institutions, parks and other endeavors that improve the quality of life in this very special area. The annual COBA awards ceremony honors the best of the best, recognizing those members who have stood out over the previous year in COBA, in their business and in the community. About Brooks Resources Corporation
 Brooks Resources Corporation, based in Bend, Oregon, is a real estate development company that delivers quality real estate products and services in Central Oregon. With roots in the original 1916 Brooks-Scanlon lumber company that sparked a boom in Bend’s growth for the next half century, Brooks Resources is one of the oldest and most respected developers in the area. Offering a diverse choice of premier neighborhoods in Central Oregon, Brooks Resources Corporation is committed to the preservation of natural environment around home sites, positive growth of communities and an active relationship with the communities of Central Oregon. Its current developments include North Rim on Awbrey Butte, RiverWild at Mount Bachelor Village Resort, Awbrey Park, Century Washington Center, IronHorse, NorthWest Crossing (a joint venture with Tennant Family Limited Partnership) and Yarrow in Madras through a joint partnership with JELD-WEN Communities and Taylor Northwest. In addition it operates Mount Bachelor Village Resort, Botanical Developments and Brooks Resources Realty. For more information, visit www.brooksresources.com.

-Campbell Consulting (@ccgpr)

Photo from North Rim.