“Debunking CSI Myths”

Wednesday, June 9th at 10am 

The top ten myths about forensic science will be revealed in this presentation, as perpetuated by popular TV shows.  On Wednesday, June 9th at 10am a forensic expert will contrast each myth with the reality of forensics as seen through the eyes and work of Oregon State Police Forensic Scientists. 

Speaker Kori Barnum is a Forensic Scientist with the Oregon State Police, Portland Metro Forensic lab.  Her areas of expertise are forensic biology, firearms and  forensic anthropology.  She is also a Board Member of Northwest Association of Forensic Scientists and a member of the American Academy of   Forensic Scientists and the International Association for Identification.

Friday, June 11th

The wine tasting is from 2pm-2:45pm.

Music starts from 2:45pm- 3:30pm.

 As we kick off our summer programs we would like to invite you to a special wine and cheese tasting party. Coming together with a group of fellow wine enthusiasts is a fantastic way to exercise your palate. A group atmosphere offers participants the opportunity to share opinions and conclusions, shaping and strengthening each individual’s appreciation of the wine. The concept  is similar to that of a book club. Sure, you can enjoy a novel on your own, but getting together with a group of people can enhance your appreciation of that novel and the same holds true for wine tasting.

Our performers during the wine tasting are Skip & Sandy Farmer, son-in-law and daughter of Cornell Estates resident, Charl Matthews.  They are known for producing “sweet musical harmonies” through folk, country, bluegrass, soft rock, and “old timey” sing-along-tunes.  They have had overtures to play music from as far away as Texas and California.  They’ve been asked to play at wineries, wine bars, weddings, restaurants, hospitals, and private parties.

Skip has written 40 songs and Sandy has sung with the “French Troubadour”, Eric John Kaiser, Jerry Hannan, a composer of music for the film industry, and many local performers.  At the present time they are working on two CD projects.  Skip is also the Manager of the Influence Music Hall in downtown Hillsboro and is in the beginning stages of opening a wine importing business. Both of these are non-profit groups dedicated to promoting all forms of art in the Hillsboro area.

Wednesday, June 16th at 1:30pm

 The pageantry and enchantment of the Portland Rose Festival will be coming to Cornell Estates on Wednesday, June 16th at 1:30pm.  Dressed in white suits, straw hats and gloves the Rosarians will preside over the coronation of our Senior Rose Court Queens.  The festivities will conclude with the traditional rose dedication ceremony featuring the history of the rose and special blessings by the Rosarian Chaplin.

This year we are honored to have Alex Seabold, son of Steve and Lena Seabold, who will emcee this auspicious event.  He is honored to be asked to take part in the selection of Cornell Estates’ queens.

Join us for refreshments on Wednesday, June 16th at 1:30pm as we honor our Senior Rose Court of 2010 and the dedication of the roses.

Big Fish, Coca Cola, & CNN

Friday, June 18th at 1:30pm 

Want to see some really big fish swimming in the largest aquarium in the world?  Atlanta tourist sites are the topic on Friday, June 18th at 1:30 p.m.   Hillsboro resident and photography enthusiast, Bob Kuest, will present highlights of a photographic odyssey.

This month’s travelogue will feature Kuests’ pictures and video shots during a recent visit to the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.  It is the world’s largest aquarium with more than 8 million gallons of marine and fresh water wildlife and houses more than 100,000 animals of 500 different species.

He will also share pictures and experiences of their visit to other Atlanta attractions such as the Coca Cola Museum where it’s the only place where you can explore the complete story-past, present and future-of one of the world’s best-known brands. 

Then it is off to The CNN headquarters, and the   Robbins AFB Aviation Museum.  This museum is home of the Air Force Material Command’s  Air    Logistics Center which is the worldwide manager for a wide range of aircraft, engines, missiles, software, avionics and accessories components.

Saturday, June 19th at 1:30pm

Rose City Flute Choir, a community performing ensemble and non-profit      organization, was formed in the fall of 1986.  Dedicated to weekly rehearsals and the performance of quality flute ensemble literature, membership of approximately 20 flutists draws from all walks of life.  The Rose City Flute Choir uses many flutes in the flute family including piccolos, concert flutes, alto flutes, bass flutes and a contrabass flute, giving the group a full six octave range.  The different flutes will be introduced during the course of the performance.

Join us Saturday, June 19th at 1:30pm to hear familiar tunes like; *George M. Cohan, Ashokan Farewell, Black and White Rag; *Rhumba, Colonel Bogey March, Peter Gunn, Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Armed Forces Medley, Funsembles, A Swingin’ Safari; *Scarborough Fair, Now in Two Flute Flavors; *He Never Sleeps, Turkey in the Straw; *Tico Tico No Fuba  and more.

Monday, June 21st at 1:30pm

Cornell Estates is honored to have Hillsboro Resident, Richard Austring.  He will be sharing his experiences as a first year Cadet in the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Richard is the son of Bryan & Carin Austring; his father is the pastor of Helvetia Community Church.  He became interested in West Point after his father served 8 years as a Navy Chaplain.  Richard began applying to service academices at the end of his junior year in high school and was accepted to West Point in the class of 2013.

He recently completed his first year as a cadet.  Richard will talking about what life is like at West Point and his experiences during his blebe year.  Richard is a home school graduate, an Eagle Scout, an avid photographer, and is active in his church, in Oregon and at the Cadet Chapel at West Point.

Tuesday, June 22nd at 2pm

The Westernaires line dancers are a group of energetic senior women who will line dance to good up-beat music.  Whether its, Western, the Cha Cha, the Roaring Twenties or the Conga you’ll be sure to have lots of Fun.

Book Signing & Reception

Friday, June 25th at 1:30pm

Cornell Estates Retirement is proud to host a book signing, “(fear not) Venture to inner peace” written by Alan Lohner, a lifelong writer and advertising creative director, who earned a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Oregon. For four years in the late 1970s, Alan served as a police officer in Toledo, Ohio, where he witnessed the tragedy of murders, suicides and traffic fatalities. He was the first person on the scene when his brother John was killed in a single-car accident.

That tragic event compelled Alan to set out on a quest for higher learning and to search for deeper meaning in life. Why are we here? What is our purpose? What are the most important things in life?

The truths that Alan has uncovered on his life journey have been woven into (fear not), which by now has made its way around the world, positively touching thousands of lives.  Alan joins us Friday, June 25th at 1:30pm to share moments from his life that have helped shape the powerful messages within (fear not).

 Harpist Jenny Lindner will perform during the reception.  Currently, Jenny plays Principal Harp with the Portland Opera and the Oregon Ballet Theatre, and works frequently with the Oregon Symphony. She has studied with Marion Fouse of Portland, Oregon, Eileen Malone at the Eastman School of Music, and Catherine Michel, Marie-Claire Jamet, and Pierre Jamet in Paris.  She runs a private studio and free-lances.  Jenny loves mysteries, movies, and tennis, but credits the harp as her best adventures.

The program is free and open to the public, please join us.