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It's Fix-It Fair season once again
Fix-It Fair is presented by the city of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability in partnership with other city bureaus, Energy Trust of Oregon, Pacific Power, Portland General Electric and the Portland Housing Bureau.
Now in its 23rd year, Fix-It Fair is a free event designed to help Portland residents save money, live healthier and connect to valuable resources. Fix-It Fair offers day-long exhibits, hourly how-to classes and free giveaways.
There will be a Fix-It Fair on Saturday, Jan. 9 at David Douglas High School, 1001 S.E. 135th Ave., and one on Saturday, Jan. 30 at Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Both events run from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Day-long exhibits and hourly workshops will provide information in regards to water and energy savings, home and personal health, food and nutrition, community resources, and recycling and yard care.
A free lunch and child care are provided. If you have questions, call 503-823-4309, send your question to fixitfair@ci.portland.or.us or visit www.portlandonline.com/osd/fif.
Explore Mount Hood with a ranger
U.S. Forest Service rangers based at the Zigzag Ranger District are offering a number of free activities this winter.
From Thursday through Sunday of each week, join a U.S. Forest Service ranger for a 25-minute tour of historic Timberline Lodge. Explore the rich history of the lodge and all it has to offer. Tours are free and available to everyone. Meet at the U.S. Forest Service desk inside Timberline Lodge.
For the more adventurous, rangers will lead skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing outings on the mountain as well.
Explore the mountain from Timberline lodge on skis or snowboards on Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 11 a.m. You will learn about winter ecology and Timberline history. Free to intermediate level skiers and riders. Meet rangers outside the Wy'East Day Lodge ticket windows.
Ski with a ranger at Ski Bowl on Saturdays at 11 a.m. Free to intermediate level skiers and riders. Meet outside the Ski Bowl West ticket office.
Snowshoe the old route of the Skiway Tram on the Glade Trail in Government Camp. The trip is approximately 3.5 miles round trip and travels though a pristine-forested setting and eventually the tree line. Topics discussed include Government Camp history, winter ecology, geology, Mount Hood history, the Barlow Road and more. Meet outside the Mount Hood Cultural Center and Museum, 88900 E. Government Camp Loop, in Government Camp. This trek is offered on Fridays and Sundays at 10 a.m.
You may also choose a guided 3-mile snowshoe walk to Trillium Lake on Fridays and Sundays at 1 p.m. Enjoy wonderful views of Mount Hood while learning winter ecology, geology and local history. Meet at Trillium Lake Sno-Park, 2.5 miles East of Timberline Road off of Highway 26.
If you have questions, contact Lawson Reif at the Zigzag Ranger District at 503-622-3191, ext. 610.
Learn how to check the radon level in your home
January is Portland Radon Action Month. Considering nearly half of Northeast Portland homes have indoor radon levels above the Environmental Protection Agency recommended action level, the American Lung Association of Oregon and radon expert Don Francis of EcoTech are offering free presentations about radon. The presentation will include the following: what radon is, where radon comes from, how to test for radon and how to fix a home with a radon problem.
There will be a presentation on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 177th Ave., from 7 to 8 p.m.
Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers in the U.S., responsible for an estimated 22,000 lung cancer deaths every year. Therefore, the American Lung Association and the EPA recommend that every home be tested for radon. Previously tested homes should be retested if they have been remodeled or weatherized. Testing for radon is easy and inexpensive. Test your home yourself with a $14 EPA-approved kit from the American Lung Association. Go to www.lungoregon.org/air/Radon.html to order a kit. Learn more about EcoTech and radon mitigation at www.oregonradon.com
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
East Portland Action Plan Economic Development Subcommittee will meet on Monday, Jan. 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Human Solutions Community Room, 12350 S.E. Powell Blvd. Contact Lore Wintergreen at 503-823-4035 or lore.wintergreen@ci.portland.or.us.
Neighborhood Emergency Team will meet on Monday, Jan. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sunnyside SDA Church, 10501 S.E. Market St. Contact Teri Poppino, crime prevention program coordinator, at 503-823-5532 or tpoppino@ci.portland.or.us.
East Precinct Citizen's Advisory Committee meets on Tuesday, Jan. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the East Precinct Community Room, 737 S.E. 106th Ave.
A general membership meeting of the Wilkes Community Group is Tuesday, Jan. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Margaret Scott Elementary School library, 14700 N.E. Sacramento St. Contact Alice Blatt at 503-253-6247 or aliceb@pacifier.com.
East Portland Neighborhood Organization will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Call EPNO at 503-823-4550 for information.
The East Portland Parks Coalition Advisory Committee meeting is Thursday, Jan. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Contact Alesia Reese at 503-253-4414 or alesiajmr@yahoo.com.
The general membership of the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Association will meet on Monday, Jan. 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ron Russell Middle School, 3955 S.E. 112th Ave. Contact PGNA President Mark White at 503-761-0222 or markwhite@spiritone.com. The association will hold subcommittee meetings on Tuesday, Jan. 12 in the Human Solutions Community Room, 12350 S.E. Powell Blvd. Greening of Powellhurst-Gilbert is at 6 p.m.; contact Dolores Wood at 503-760-6773 or pgna_greening@yahoo.com. Outreach and Membership is at 7 p.m.; contact Shemia Fagan at shemiafagan@gmail.com. Public Safety is at 8 p.m.; contact Tom Barnes at 503-761-6614 or omdy12@gmail.com
A Centennial Community Association general membership meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 7 to 8:50 p.m. at Harold Oliver Intermediate School, 15840 S.E. Taylor St. Contact CCA Chair Tom Lewis at 503-253-5025 or gamodato@aol.com.
East Portland Land Use & Transportation Committee will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Contact Linda Bauer at 503-761-2941 or lbauerpvna@aol.com.
The East Portland Action Plan Transportation Growth Management Subcommittee meeting is Thursday, Jan. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Human Solutions Community Room, 12350 S.E. Powell Blvd. Contact Lore Wintergreen at 503-823-4035 or lore.wintergreen@ci.portland.or.us to confirm.
A Hazelwood Neighborhood Association general membership meeting is Thursday, Jan. 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Contact HNA President Arlene Kimura at 503-252-9429 or arlene.kimura@kraft.com.
Members of the Argay Neighborhood Association will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station #2, 4800 N.E. 122nd Ave. This is a general meeting. Contact Argay Info at 503-256-5579 or argayinfo@yahoo.com.
The Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors board will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 19, and the general membership will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Oregon State Rep. Jefferson Smith will speak at the general meeting. Both meetings begin at 7 p.m. and will be at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St.
Russell Neighborhood Association will have a general membership meeting on Thursday, Jan. 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Western States Chiropractic College, 2900 N.E. 132nd Ave. Contact RNA Chair Bonny McKnight at 503-253-6848 or bonnymck@comcast.net.
Partners for a Safe & Livable Portland will meet on Monday, Jan. 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Call Arlene Kimura at 503-252-9429 or arlene.kimura@kraft.com.
Members of the Glenfair Neighborhood Association will meet on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Open Arms SDA Church, 15150 N.E. Glisan St. Contact GNA Chair David Lister at 360-910-2676 or listerdj@ah.org.
LIBRARIES
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html, 503-988-5386
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and Fridays from 3:30 to 4 p.m., except Jan. 1.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., except Jan. 1.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., except Jan. 1.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., except Jan. 2.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help, or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays, Jan. 7, 21 and 28 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Teen Council members work with library staff to make the library teen-friendly. Saturday, Jan. 9 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged - Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR. Or just hang out and eat snacks. Thursday, Jan. 14 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Death by Chocolate: A chocolate-tasting program for teens involving games and such. Saturday, Jan. 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Language Exchange: Engage in conversation with native English speakers who want to practice their Spanish and with native Spanish speakers who want to practice their English. There will be time for conversation in both languages. Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Learn how use the library catalog, e-mail, surf the Web, word processing and other basic computer skills. Lab instruction in Vietnamese. Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid.htm, 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Sundays from 1:15 to 2 p.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Mondays from 7 to 7:30 p.m., except Jan. 18.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:15 to 11 a.m., except Jan. 1.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to noon, except Jan. 1.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 with adult. Saturdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Yoga for Youngsters: This class introduces children to the benefits of yoga through stories, music and simple movements. For ages 3 to 6 years and their caregivers; one child per adult. You are encouraged to bring your own mat. Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Yarn Club: Whether your interest is knitting or crocheting, come join the fun and learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies. Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Under the Sea: Join Wanda the Whale, meet wonderful, amazing sea creatures and see what it's like in their underwater world. Puppet show presented by Penny's Puppet Productions. Sunday, Jan. 17 from 3 to 3:45 p.m.
Chess Club for Children and Teens: Have fun playing chess. Beginning, intermediate and advanced players are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of the library's. Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., except Jan. 9.
Teen Lounge Unplugged - Board Games and Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to come play board games, try out DDR (no experience necessary) or just hang out. Monday, Jan. 4 and 25 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Circus Arts Workshop: If your current exercise routine is a bore, get moving with introductory circus skills. Presented by Heather Pearl of Nomadic Theatre Company. For teens in grades 6-12. Wednesday, Jan. 6 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesday, Jan. 6 and 20 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help, or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Monday, Jan. 11 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Mondays, Jan. 11 and 25 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Language Exchange: Engage in conversation with native English speakers who want to practice their Spanish, as well as with native Spanish speakers who want to practice their English. Sundays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. This is not a class, but an opportunity to meet new people, share your culture and have fun. Only English will be spoken. Saturdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m., except Jan. 9.
Ten Steps to Starting a Business: This presentation is designed for individuals in the thinking stage of starting a business. Presented by the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. Monday, Jan. 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Read “Birds of a Feather” by Jacqueline Winspear for Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. Read “The Namesake” by Jhumpa Lahiri for Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Buying a Home: Learn the steps to buying your home, including what the bank requires for a loan, how to determine what you can afford, how to make an offer and what to expect at closing. Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Introduction to Tai Chi: Learn about the history of tai chi and how to do it with Zhao-qi Sun. He currently teaches tai chi in Vancouver, Wash., and was a physical education professor at Nanking University. Tuesday, Jan. 26 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
East Portland Neighborhood Associations Fair: East Portland neighborhood associations will have tables with information about their associations and the activities they are involved in. Refreshments will be served. Saturday, Jan. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m., except Jan. 1.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. Learn to use a mouse, search the Internet, and send and receive e-mail. You must register and attend all three sessions. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Mondays, Jan. 4, 11 and 25 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Computer Basics: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Web Design: Gain skills and get ideas of how to build a Web site using free online products. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Jan. 23 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Windows and Web for Beginners: This class combines Computer Basics with Web searching. Learn basic computer terms and functions as well as introductory Internet skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, Jan. 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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