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Networking breakfast
Members of East Portland Chamber of Commerce meet each Wednesday morning at 7:30, when a chamber member hosts a Good Morning East Portland Networking opportunity somewhere within east Portland.
Once a month, the Chamber meets for a special breakfast seminar. These monthly seminars feature speakers who offer practical, timely information and ideas specifically for small businesses, from low cost advertising to improving your sales skills. Only $10 for Chamber members, including breakfast.
For more information and meeting locations visit the website at www.EastPortlandChamberofCommerce.com.
Ten-year plan to end homelessness
The Homelessness Working Group in conjunction with the City of Portland Bureau of Housing and Community Development will host a meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 24 at Midland Branch Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave. from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Homelessness Working Group has spent the last year asking citizens about their concerns and solutions regarding the homelessness issue in Portland. They will present their final report and a ten-year plan at this meeting.
For more information, call Bill or Bridgette at 503-232-0010.
SCHOOL CORNER
Activities and classes for teens and kids
If you’ve run out of ways to fill your days, the Parkrose SUN Community School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., offers a broad range of services and activities. Here is a partial list:
• Free lunch daily for those 18 and under from noon to 12:45 p.m.
• Open Weight Room on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Open Gym on Monday through Thursday from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
• Open Table Tennis Monday through Thursday from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
• Recreation Swim Mondays through Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. There is a $2 fee for this activity.
• Chess Strategic Moves on Monday, Aug. 2 through Thursday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. There is a $10 fee for this class.
• Martial Arts (Capoeira) on Monday Aug. 2 through Thursday, Aug. 5 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. There is a $20 fee.
• Ultimate Frisbee on Monday, Aug. 2 through Thursday, Aug. 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. There is a $10 fee.
• Salsa Dance on Monday, Aug. 9 through Thursday, Aug. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. There is a $10 fee.
To register or learn more, contact Trevor at 503-408-2640.
Registrations and more
The Parkrose High School and Community Center, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., will be the venue for the following upcoming events and activities:
• Thursday, Aug. 12 - Center for Empowered Teaching Seminar - 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Community Rooms.
• Friday, Aug. 20 - Registration for incoming Seniors - 8 to 11 a.m. in the Student Center.
• Friday, Aug. 20 - Registration for incoming Juniors - 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Student Center.
• Monday, Aug. 23 - Registration for incoming Sophomores - 8 to 11 a.m. in the Student Center.
• Monday, Aug. 23 - Registration for incoming Freshman - 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Student Center.
• Tuesday, Aug. 24 - New student registration - 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Student Center.
• Saturday, Aug. 28 - Parkrose Soccer Club Jamboree - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Stadium.
• Tuesday, Aug. 31 - Barbeque for the Class of 2008 and their parents - 5 p.m. in the Student Center.
Should you need additional information about these or other events, call 503-408-2600.
SENIOR RESOURCES
Library looking for volunteer computer instructors
Are you interested in sharing your knowledge of computers with senior citizens and helping them to learn the basics?
Multnomah County Library is looking for volunteer instructors and class assistants, especially individuals age 50 years and older, to teach Cyber Seniors classes. Cyber Seniors classes are offered for free and are intended for seniors with little or no computer experience. The classes are offered at various Multnomah County libraries throughout the metropolitan area.
The ideal candidates for these positions are individuals who would like to share their knowledge of computers and the Internet, have an ability to work with seniors, have patience and a sense of humor, and are able to work independently. The library provides training for instructors and class assistants. Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of six hours each month.
Cyber Seniors classes cover three basic areas: computer basics, how to find information on the Internet, and how to sign up for and use free e-mail. An ongoing series of three classes is offered from October through May.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer instructor or class assistant or in finding out more about Cyber Seniors classes, contact the coordinator at marciaa@multclib.org. You can also find out more or complete an online volunteer application at the Cyber Seniors Web site, www.multcolib.org/seniors/seniors/index.html.
Shuck some corn, throw a pie, have a blast
Firwood Gardens, a residential care facility located at 819 N.E. 122nd Ave., provides a full range of activities for seniors. Open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. the facility will host these special events this month:
• Friday, Aug. 6 at 2:30 p.m. Be on hand for an educational seminar about diabetes and your feet.
• Friday, Aug. 20 is Pioneer Day. Beginning at 10 a.m. participants can be involved in making rag dolls, corn shucking and enjoying a pioneer cookout. There will be a family heritage show-and-tell, as well as a pioneer costume contest.
• Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. is the Firwood Olympic for Seniors. This will be a day packed with fun, games and contests. Be sure to be on hand for the pie in the face fundraiser for the resident Rainy Day Fund.
To get involved, or to learn more about Firwood Gardens, call Becca at 503-252-0085.
Cherry Blossom Senior Program
Looking for new friends, new activities or a way to become part of the community? The senior program at East Portland Community Center, 740 S.E. 106th Ave. just might be for you. Jointly sponsored by Loaves & Fishes, Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services, and Portland Parks and Recreation, this program offers daily and weekly activities, as well as van trips and special events.
In August, get active with Senior Exercise - Thursdays from 9 to 9:45 a.m. or 10 to 10:45 a.m. It is always the right time to increase your fitness level. Build your strength and stamina and help maintain your flexibility. Exercises are done at a moderate pace, seated and standing while moving to your favorite songs. The next session runs from Aug. 12 through Sept. 30. Only $12.
CHURCHES
The Assumption of Mary
The Grotto will hold its annual celebration of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven with a special outdoor twilight Mass, and candlelight rosary procession at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15. The Grotto’s Father Jack Topper will preside at Mass with liturgy and music that reflect themes from Mary’s life. At the conclusion of mass the congregation is welcome to participate in the candlelight rosary procession that will process through The Grotto’s garden pathways.
To honor the 150th Anniversary of the Declaration of the Immaculate Conception, The Grotto will host a conference titled “Mary and the Ambiguity of Life.”
Under the auspices of the Friars Servants of Mary, the Marina Commission of North America was formed to assist Servite men, women and the people they serve to recognize Mary as a strong influence in the work of evangelization, while recognizing differences in culture.
Elaine Park will speak about Mary and the New Testament. Rev. Joesph Cheah will discuss Mary and the ambiguity of life in the third and first worlds and Rev. Bob Warsey will address “The Immaculate Conception: A Jubilee Conception.”
The conference will take place at the The Grotto, Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard, on Friday Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14. Registration for both days is $35. For Friday evening only is $15. For Saturday, which includes lunch and an elevator token to the upper level gardens, is $25.
For more information and to register, call 504-254-7371
Biblical heroes
Find the extraordinary in the ordinary as you discover heroes in the Hero Quest at Vacation Bible School at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St. beginning Sunday, Aug. 22 through Thursday, Aug. 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Classes will include Bible study, crafts, games and music and are available for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Pastor Bill Gates will lead an adult Bible study on the same evenings.
For more information call the church office at 503-253-7567.
Agatha Christie play weaves a web of intrigue
Resurrection Lutheran Church invites the community to a production of “Spider’s Web” by the British mystery writer Agatha Christie.
Performances will be held each Friday and Saturday from Aug. 21 through Sept. 3 at the church located at 1700 N.E. 132nd Ave.
The Sunday, Aug. 29 performance will be designated a fundraiser to benefit SnowCap Community Charities. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $5 for students. For reservations call 503-256-0978.
Doors open 45 minutes prior to performances. Refreshments will be available.
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