5 Wilsonville Facebook Pages You Should Follow

WILSONVILLE, OR- Wilsonville is a small city nestled in banks of Oregon's Willamette River. Located within the Portland metropolitan area, the fresh and energetic Wilsonville is a home base to travelers seeking a true Oregonian experience, and with the quiet bustling of the area, Patch offers a list of five Facebook pages for visitors and locals to stay connected to the community.

1. City of Wilsonville: Local government is, arguably, the most important level of government; its policies and programs impact the lives of residents, workers and visitors on a daily basis, and as such, Wilsonville's local government Facebook page is a necessary first stop when exploring or otherwise learning about the area and its operations.

2. Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce: The Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce boasts a commitment to three objectives: education, advocacy and networking. The group maintains a membership of nearly 450 businesses, nonprofits and government agencies with a vision to create and promote economic vitality throughout the region.

3. Wilsonville Public Library: Libraries are the cornerstone to learning and a bedrock of information within any given municipality. They are also often used as venues for community projects and events as well as a hub for students, families and local figures to gather, network and create.

4. Foundation for Excellence in Mental Health Care: According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, approximately one in five adults in the U.S. (43.8 million or 18.5 percent) experiences mental illness in a given year. The Foundation for Excellence in Mental Health Care serves as a fiscal agent and adviser as well as a neutral zone for interested parties and experts to discuss and formulate plans for developing new mental health protocols and treatment strategies. Displayed like a banner of hope upon the foundation's Facebook cover photo is a quote that illustrates the nonprofit's support the infusion of treatment with an expectation of recovery.

5. Oregon Association of Nurseries: Nurseries are a prime destination for botany enthusiasts who plant and raise varieties of flowers, fruits, vegetables and other flora. They are also the traditional method of growing, handling and retailing ornamental trees, shrubs, fruit trees and perennial flowers. The OAN prides itself as a provider of opportunities for research, education and business development for landscapers and allied businesses.

Another page you should be following? The Wilsonville Patch, to be sure. 'Like' @WilsonvillePatch and get breaking news alerts, free.

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