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Saturday, September 26, 2026, noon-4 pm
JQA Young House Park, 12050 NW Cornell (near 119th)
Free parking in the Cedar Mill Bible Church Lot

Boy Scouts from Troop 208 will once again be turning the presses to transform 1000 pounds of apples, donated by Market of Choice, into delicious fresh cider for you to enjoy for free. Photo: Jeanine Claar

Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026 for the 18th celebration of food, music, history, and community at the JQA Young Park on the grounds of the historic house on Cornell.

We are delighted to bring back our community celebration. Since 2007, the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) has sponsored the event.

See how the pioneers made cider with hand-cranked presses, and sample the results. Boy Scout Troop 208 looks forward every year to running the presses to turn out free fresh cider from apples donated by Market of Choice. Grab a glass or two, you'll be amazed at the taste!

Listen to the Roots Americana music of Lauren Sheehan and her band. Enjoy a delicious lunch. Find out more about Cedar Mill history and the plans for the historic JQA Young House. Browse craft booths and learn about local organizations from our Community Partners.

Fabulous food

Don’t eat before you come! We'll have great food!

Barley's Burgers will bring their full menu of delicious burgers, dogs and JoJos. Try their thick, juicy, cooked to order burgers, and hot dogs, with traditional and bold toppings and sauces. They'll have vegetarian, gluten-free, and kid-friendly burgers & dogs, and soft drinks too.

Plenty of tables are set up for you to enjoy your meal with your family, friends, and neighbors, while you listen to the music.

Music

Lauren Sheehan and her "ridiculously fun string band" with Lauren, Spud, Mick Doherty, and Mark Vehrencamp will play from 1-4 pm. Expect a variety of old fashioned and modern songs on mandolin, pocket trumpet, brass guitar, sousaphone,and hammer dulcimer!

They have been entertaining us at the Cider Festival for years! Their Roots Americana tunes that will have everyone swaying in rhythm.

Discover the history of Cedar Mill

The History Tent tells our history stories with a collection of photos and artifacts from the Cedar Mill History collection. From the native Atfalati to the growth of the community, you'll come away with a greater understanding of how we grew.

Friends of the JQA Young House will be there to share their progress in restoring and protecting the house.

The History Roundtable is working to preserve Washington County's collection of artifacts that tell the story of our history, since the county History Museum was closed early this year. They'll have a booth to explain their efforts, document the developments since the museum closure, and let folks know how they can help.

For the kids

THPRD will bring along the Rec Mobile to provide games and activities under the spreading hickory tree, including pioneer coloring pages. Several of the vendor booths will offer interactive games for all ages...win prizes!

Vendors and Community Partners

"Vendor Alley" includes community groups, service providers, and craft and food vendors. Browse the booths to learn about the businesses, agencies, and groups that bring sevices and information, and find treasures for all ages. Want to get a jump on holiday shopping? They have you covered!

THPRD sponsors the event!

The Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) owns the house and grounds, and is the main sponsor of the event. A portion of the proceeds from the Vendor Alley sales will go to the restoration fund. Donations are also welcome!

Details about getting here

The park is at the corner of 119th and Cornell Road in Cedar Mill. Free parking will be available in the Cedar Mill Bible Church parking lot. Look for the signs on Cornell.

The grounds are wheelchair accessible, although the area is not paved and can be rough in spots.

TriMet - Line 48 Cornell departs from the Sunset Transit Center.

For more info, please contact Virginia Bruce or call THPRD at 503-645-6433.

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