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Women serving the community
Since 1921, Soroptimists have been committed to enhancing the quality of life within their communities, improving the status of women and encouraging goodwill among nations. Bringing together women from all walks of life, Soroptimists offers an avenue to community service.
Like similar chapters around the world, the Soroptimists of Portland East is the Mid-County chapter. They meet every Wednesday at noon in the banquet room of the New Copper Penny Restaurant, 5932 S.E. 92nd Ave. to bring together their unique talents and network with the goal of strengthening this community. First time attendees are treated to a free lunch. The All-Star Bingo Hall, located on the corner of Southeast 146th Avenue and Stark Street provides an ongoing fundraising activity for support of their work.
For more information, call Lisa Ortquist at 503-261-9608, e-mail soroptimistpdxe@hotmail.com, or write to P.O. Box 30657, Portland, OR 97294-3657.
Fun-O-Rama focus in May
Since 1950, Gateway Area Business Association (GABA) has provided members a forum to support the area through service, leadership, networking and marketing, according to association president Fred Sanchez. May is a busy month for this active group. Volunteers are being sought to assist with the Fun-O-Rama parade, as well as the Gateway Community Fair, both on May 17.
The General Membership meeting will be Thursday, May 8 from 11:45-1:00. The meeting will be held at the Midland Branch Library, 805 S.E. 122nd. Midland Librarian, Cathy Wright, will give a demonstration of the electronic business resources available at the Multnomah County Library. Aloha Kona will cater the luncheon. The charge will be $6.50 per person. For more information, call GABA President Fred Sanchez at 503-256-3910.
Commitment to peace
Rotary International is a nonpolitical organization united worldwide to provide humanitarian service to all people regardless of nationality and religious belief. Throughout its 98-year history, this international service association has given both its voice and its actions in support of peace before, during, and following times of conflict.
Rotary International, through its Rotarians, works daily for peace around the world. This is done through undergraduate and graduate scholarships, youth exchange programs, Group Study Exchange, humanitarian grants, and Matching Grants, and its newest program, Rotary Centers for International Studies in peace and conflict resolution.
Rotary International serves 1.2 million Rotarians with different views on different subjects. It is the policy of Rotary International that Rotarians should be involved in whatever they feel strongly about, but Rotary International does not support or condone the action of any political entity.
Mid-County is served by two local Rotary chapters. Attend a meeting to learn how you can become involved.
The Northeast Portland Rotary Club meets at 12:15 p.m. every Tuesday in the Refectory Restaurant Banquet Room, 1618 N.E. 122nd Ave. at Halsey Street. A special event is being planned for Tuesday, May 13 in recognition of the chapter’s initial charter date. All members, past and present, are invited as the club honors a Mid-County citizen who epitomizes the Rotary motto of Service Above Self. For more information, please call Tom Lobingier at 503-252-4036.
The Central East Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday in the Ringside East Restaurant, 14021 N.E. Glisan St. For more information, please call Teresa Platts at 503-253-7569.
Dinner and community involvement
The Parkrose Lions Club invites you to attend one of its meetings to find out what the club is all about. They will treat first time attendees to dinner. The April meetings of the Parkrose Lions Club will be Wednesday, May 7 and Wednesday, May 21. The meetings will be held at the Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant, 13816 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Dinner is at 6 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Come find out what activities the Parkrose Lions will be working on to help the Parkrose community. For more information, please call Sterling Leiv at 503-258-1346.
Share your knowledge
Parkrose Business Association (PBA) members come together once a month to network and do what they can to make the community stronger. You are invited to the next PBA general meeting on Thursday, May 15 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Steamers Restaurant, 8303 N.E. Sandy Blvd. In the spotlight during the traditional Member Moment will be LeeAnn Bruner of L.A. Signs. The guest speaker will be Randy Leonard of the Portland City Council.
Volunteers are being sought for the second annual Rose Festival Cruise-In slated for June 29. For more information, contact Gordon Boorse at 503-493-2215 or proseba@aol.com.
SCHOOL CORNER
The Great White Way comes to Mid-County
Area high schools are buzzing with activity as theater and drama classes prepare for spring productions. Talented students have been learning their lines, painting sets, get costumes ready, rigging lights and making sure sound systems are ready to go. Choose from the offerings of the following three schools, or plan your calendar carefully and see each of the performances.
Parkrose High School Announces Spring Musical
Parkrose High School will be performing Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical extravaganza “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” on May 8, 9, and 10. All performances begin at 7 p.m.
Based on the story of Joseph from the Book of Genesis, the play follows Joseph’s falling into slavery by his dastardly brothers, his trials in the house of Potiphar, his rise to power as Pharaoh’s second in command, and his compassion as he forgives his brothers.
New drama teacher Justin Lindemann makes his Parkrose Performing Arts Center directorial debut with this production. He guarantees that “Joseph” will dazzle audience members of all ages and appeal to all types. From Calypso singing brothers, to a Sixties dance party, to an Elvis impersonating Pharaoh, “Joseph” promises to entertain all.
Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children under 12 and students (with a valid ID). For Parkrose High School students, there is a free preview Wednesday, May 7th at 7 p.m. All performances are at the Parkrose High School, 12003 NE Shaver St. Reserve your tickets by calling the box office at 503-408-2718.
The David Douglas High School Theatre Department is proud to present Macbeth by William Shakespeare. Starring junior Kyle Murray as Macbeth and senior Sarah Gabriel as Lady Macbeth, this dark tragedy tells the story of Macbeth’s deceitful rise to power and his tumultuous fall. Armed with a prophesy from the three ‘weird sisters’ and sternly guided by the domineering hand of Lady Macbeth, Macbeth finds justification in the murder of Duncan, the King of Scotland (played by sophomore Chris McAlevy), to gain the crown for himself. Macbeth’s and Lady Macbeth’s ambition and greed drive them to the darkest corners of their humanity. In the end, it is too much for them to bear and the final stage of the prophesy by the weird sisters comes true as Macduff (junior Robbie Hustrulid) presents Macbeth’s head to Malcolm (sophomore Casey Wilson), the son of Duncan and the rightful heir to the throne. Performance dates are Thursday through Saturday, May 1, 2, 3, and 8, 9, 10 at the Howard F. Horner Performing Arts Center. Tickets are on sale at the Horner Center box office at 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. - $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors. For more information call 503-261-8270.
Portland Christian High School is involved in a special innovative, improvisational interaction with the production companies of Jesuit and Milwaukie high schools. Drama students there will present The Diviners Thursday through Saturday, May 1,2,3 at 7:30 each night. On Thursday and Friday, May 8 and 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 10 at 3:00 in the afternoon, students will present The Rainmaker. The productions will be presented at the high school at 12425 N.E. San Rafael St. All tickets are $6 and will be sold at the door. For more information, call 503-256-6257 ext. 260.
SENIOR RESOURCES
Celebrating the best in senior living since 1944
Oregon Baptist Retirement Homes (OBRH), 1825 N.E. 108th Ave., was established in Portland in 1944, by members of Temple Baptist Church (at that time known as Swedish Baptist Church.) In 1986, OBRH moved to their present six-acre campus with assisted living services added in 1996. OBRH is a not-for-profit corporation and endorsed by the Baptist General Conference of Churches.
Friday May 16 from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., you are invited to celebrate with the OBRH community their long and rich tradition of providing the best in independent and assisted living to “The Greatest Generation.” Join the residents, staff and other invited guests for an on-campus celebration that will include refreshments, music, and a free gift for all in attendance. Apartments will be available for tours with a complimentary soup and salad bar luncheon in the dining room from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.
If you can’t stop by on Friday, be sure and check out the OBRH booth at the GABA Community Fair on Saturday, May 17. Also, don’t be shy. Wave to residents and staff as they participate in the Fun-O-Rama parade, also on Saturday. Oregon Baptist Retirement Homes is happy and proud to be a part of the Gateway Community.
For more information, contact Linda Williams at 503-255-7160 or info@orbh.org. Their web address is www.obrh.org
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