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CHURCHES
Spring study group: in the footsteps of Saint Paul
As the year of Saint Paul nears its end, The Grotto will offer an in-depth look at the influential letter of Saint Paul to the Romans. Join the Rev. Ignatius Kissel and the Rev. Val Lewandoski for this study group on Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4 from 3 to 4 p.m. While there is no fee, donations are appreciated. Registration is required; call 503-261-2430 or e-mail spirituality@thegrotto.org.
The Grotto is located at Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard.
Kids ring, sing and act up
For the third summer Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St., is offering a unique music and drama camp to kids in grades 3 through 8.
Campers will take group lessons in singing, drama, and hand bells in the morning and use the afternoons to prepare a short musical theatre performance for the last day of camp. The camp runs June 16 through 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Molly Fazio from Floyd Light Middle School and Lesley Bossert from Parkrose High will serve as camp directors.
The camp fee is $30 and includes snacks each day. Students will be asked to bring a sack lunch. Some scholarships are available. Please contact the church at 503-253-7567 to register no later than May 29. You may also download an application at www.parkroseumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/music-camp-20092.doc.
Celebrate Mother’s Day
The annual Mother’s Day brunch at The Grotto is Sunday, May 10. There will be a seating at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The cost is $30 per person. For more information, contact Jane Tokito, director of development, at 503-254-7371 or jtokito@thegrotto.org.
Sandwiched between seating for the brunch will be the annual Mother’s Day Mass. It will be celebrated outdoors in the sanctuary located at Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard. Honor your mother with a carnation ($10 each) or a rosebush ($35 each).
EVENTS
Restoring a little bit of nature
One way you can pay tribute to this place you call home is by being a part of Take Care of Oregon Days. Oregonians from every corner of the state are invited to roll up their sleeves during Oregon’s birthday commemoration to give back to their state. In Parkrose, that would be the Go Native garden restoration project at Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., on Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information or to register to volunteer, please contact Erica Martin at the Parkrose High Community Connections Volunteer Office, 503-408-2645.
Water wisely, avoid lead hazards
The folks at the Community Energy Project want you to be aware of a couple of upcoming events that will help you use water wisely and make your home safer.
A free water-to-the-weather workshop is set for Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rain or Shine, 13126 N.E. Airport Way. Participants will learn to maintain a healthy garden or landscape with efficient watering tips and resources. Multnomah County residents receive a free conservation kit. Call 503-284-6827, ext. 109 to register or send an e-mail to water@communityenergyproject.org.
If you miss that event, you will have another chance on Tuesday, May 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Community Energy Project, 422 N.E. Alberta St.
A free workshop on safe lead removal for home projects will be held on Thursday, May 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Community Energy Project, 422 N.E. Alberta St. Participants will learn how to safely conduct small lead-paint-disturbing projects. Qualified participants receive a free lead safety kit, and access to borrow a professional-grade dual sealed HEPA vacuum cleaner. Call 503-284-6827, ext.107 to register or send an e-mail to lead@communityenergyproject.org.
Community health and wellness event
Earl Boyles SUN Community School, 10822 S.E. Bush St., is partnering with more than 20 agencies and groups to host a community health and wellness event on Friday, May 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be resources on personal, physical, mental, nutritional, financial and social health, plus giveaways, food and activities. For more information, please call Tracie Brothers, Earl Boyles SUN program coordinator, at 503-256-6500, ext. 8105.
Brunch with the birds
Not an early bird? Award-winning Metro naturalist James Davis will lead a lunchtime birding tour of Whitaker Ponds, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave., for those who operate better around noon. Try Brunch with the Birds on Friday, May 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch is included. Bring your binoculars.
This is a free event hosted by the Columbia Slough Watershed Council, but donations are welcome. Space is limited, so sign up online at www.columbia-slough.org, or call Melissa at 503-281-1132.
Get knee deep in a wetland
Are you curious about local wetlands and the creatures that live in them? Come to Wetlands 101, a free workshop to learn about these disappearing habitats and what local agencies are doing to help preserve them in the greater Portland area. Learn about wetland mitigation, wetland functions and threatened amphibians that rely on wetlands to survive. This hands-on workshop includes field visits to two wetlands in Gresham. Offered free by the Columbia Slough Watershed Council, Wetlands 101 is appropriate for adults and children over 14. The workshop will begin at 8:45 a.m. at Gresham City Hall, 1333 N.W. Eastman Parkway, on Saturday, May 16. It will last until 1 p.m.
Required preregistration is available online at www.columbiaslough.org or by calling Melissa Sandoz, CSWC outreach director, at 503-281-1132.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS & EVENTS
East Portland Neighborhoods ready to cleanup
The annual East Portland Neighborhoods cleanup event is Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., in the former Albertson's grocery store parking lot at Northeast 122nd Avenue and Halsey Street. Contact Carol Williams at 503-255-9596 or carolsmailbox@msn.com, or call EPNO at 503-823-4550 to learn more.
Free hazardous waste disposal event
Gather up the hazardous waste from your home and garage and drop it at Fire Station #2, 4800 N.E. 122nd Ave., on Friday and Saturday, May 15 and 16 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
This event is for local residents only. No businesses or contractors please. Metro hazardous waste events accept batteries, small compact (curly) fluorescent bulbs, car fluids (radiator fluid, motor oils), old medications (excluding narcotics), household cleaners and solvents, paints and paint thinners, aerosol paint, fertilizers and pesticides. Please contact Metro Recycling for more information at 503-234-3000 or mri@oregonmetro.gov.
Sumner plans cleanup
The annual Sumner Neighborhood Cleanup is slated for Saturday, May 16 at Helensview High School, Northeast 87th Avenue and Sumner Street, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Yard debris, furniture, windows, carpet, scrap metal, washers and dryers, toilets, mattresses, mowers (gas or oil removed), woodstoves, bikes, tubs, toys, stereos, VCRs, old cell phones and used ink cartridges will be accepted. Building and landscape materials will not be accepted.
Do not bring hazardous waste including gasoline, chemicals, oil, paint, tar, batteries, animal waste or liquids of any kind. Instead, drop those at the hazardous waste disposal event noted above.
This event is for Sumner residents only. No commercial refuse will be accepted.
Recommended donations are $5 for cars, $10 for vans or SUVs and $20 for pickup trucks. Vehicles with oversized loads will be charged an additional fee. Tires are an extra $2 off rim, $3 on rim.
The Sumner Neighborhood Association is sponsoring this event with generous help from Metro, Portland Office of Sustainable Development, SOLV, Subway, AGG Hauling, Central NE Neighbors and Helensview High School.
To volunteer or find out more, contact Ronda at the Central NE Neighbors at 503-935-4874.
Argay neighborhood cleanup
The Argay Neighborhood Association is sponsoring a neighborhood cleanup event on Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shaver Elementary School, 3701 N.E. 131st Place.
Suitable items include metal, nonrecyclable glass, block Styrofoam and packing peanuts, furniture and household items, toys, old clothing, plastics, appliances, televisions, microwave ovens, computer hardware, tires and more. No hazardous or toxic waste -- such as fluorescent light bulbs, wet paints, solvents, thinners, lye-containing products, herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, roofing, motor oil, anti-freeze, concrete, gravel, household cleaners, batteries, or food waste -- will be accepted (see the hazardous waste event noted above). Argay residents only, please. No businesses or contractors. If you have questions or would like to help out, contact Brent Jacobs, event planner for ANA at 971-340-9127 or brent.a.jacobs@gmail.com.
Following is a list of area neighborhood meetings as supplied by the Office of Neighborhood Involvement. Information is subject to change. Check with your local association or the East Portland Neighborhood Office at 503-823-4550 if you have questions.
The East Precinct Citizen's Advisory Committee meeting is Tuesday, May 5 at 6 p.m. in the East Precinct Community Room, 737 S.E. 106th Ave.
The East Portland Neighborhood Organization will meet Wednesday, May 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
The East Portland Parks Coalition meeting is Thursday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
The Mill Park Neighborhood Association general membership will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 11 at Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Avenue.
The Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Association general membership meeting is Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at Powellhurst Baptist Church, 3435 S.E. 112th Ave.
The Centennial Community Association general membership will meet on Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. at Parklane Church, 16002 S.E. Main St.
The Wilkes Community Group will meet on Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. Meeting location to be announced. Contact Alice Blatt at 503-253-6247 or aliceb@pacifier.com, or call EPNO at 503-823-4550.
The East Portland Land Use Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
The Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Association will host a series of meetings on Saturday, May 16 in the Human Solutions Community Room, 12350 S.E. Powell Blvd.
The Greening of Powellhurst-Gilbert will begin at 10:30 a.m.; the Powellhurst-Gilbert Outreach and Membership Committee will meet at 11:30 a.m. and the Powellhurst-Gilbert Public Safety Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m.
The Hazelwood Neighborhood Association will meet on Monday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
The Argay Neighborhood Association meeting is Tuesday, May 19 at Fire Station #2, 4800 N.E. 122nd Ave.
The Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors board will meet on Tuesday, May 19 at 7 p.m. at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St.
The Parkrose Neighborhood Association will meet on Tuesday, May 19 at 7 p.m. at Faithful Savior Ministries, 11100 N.E. Skidmore St.
The Russell Neighborhood Association will meet on Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at Western States Chiropractic College, 2900 N.E. 132nd Ave.
A Citywide Landlord Forum meeting is set for Thursday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the East Portland Neighborhood Office, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
The Glenfair Neighborhood Association general membership will meet on Thursday, May 28 at 7 p.m. at Glenfair Elementary, 15300 N.E. Glisan St.
LIBRARIES
Multnomah County Library launches multilingual streaming video series
In response to Multnomah County's growing linguistic diversity, Multnomah County Library has created "Welcome to the Library," an online video series in Chinese, Russian and Vietnamese that introduces speakers of these languages to the many services offered by the public library.
Viewable from the library Web site, the Chinese, Russian and Vietnamese versions of "Welcome to the Library" include eight chapters that focus on useful information such as how to get a library card and how to use a library computer. All three are also posted on YouTube and are available as DVDs that can be checked out from the library.
Featuring the library's bilingual staff and community volunteers, "Welcome to the Library" is the latest effort of the library's Target Language Initiative, which provides culturally effective library services and information to speakers of the four most frequently used languages in Multnomah County (after English): Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese and Spanish.
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.
Dan Bau, Vietnamese Monochord: The Dan Bau is a musical instrument unique to Vietnam. Learn about its history and prominence in Vietnamese traditional and modern music. You'll get to hear the Dan Bau's humanlike sound via traditional pieces. Saturday, May 23 from 2 to 2:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge & Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help, or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., except May 14.
Youth Community Service Crew: Do you need community service hours and volunteer credit? Check out the Youth Community Service Crew at your library. Come for a two-hour block of fun, music, snacks and enough work to keep you busy. For kids in grades 5-12. Wednesday, May 6 from 4 to 6 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. Wednesday, May 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged -- Dance Dance Revolution: The second Thursday of the month is DDR Day. Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR, or just hang out and eat snacks. Thursday, May 14 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday Arts & Crafts: Drop in after school and go home with a new creation. Recommended for kids 8-12 years. Made possible by the Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Children's Art Programs Endowed Fund of the Library Foundation.
Tuesday, May 26 from 4 to 5:30 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.
Bead Stitching with Ndbele Stitch: Create beautiful amulets inspired by the Ndbele people of South Africa. This distinctive stitch has been used for adornment and even as color-coded love letters. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 16 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read "Thunderstruck" by Erik Larson. Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Tuesday, May 19 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid.html, 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years with adult. Mondays through Fridays from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m., except May 25.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays through May 12 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas and join staff for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Tuesdays through May 12 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays through May 13 and Fridays through May 15 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays through May 13 and Fridays through May 15 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays through May 14 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 with adult. Saturdays through May 16 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Sundays from 1:15 to 2 p.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. We encourage you to bring your own mat.
Tuesdays through May 12 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Yarn Club: Whether your interest is knitting or crocheting, come join the fun as club members learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies. Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Presto the Magician: Intrigue and wonder await. Presto the Magician brings magic, comedy and lots of audience participation to your library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Saturday, May 16 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Read to the Dogssm: 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, May 4 and 18 from 6:30 to 8 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. Tuesdays, May 5 and 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesdays, May 6 and 20 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged -- Board Games and Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to come play board games, try out DDR or just hang out. Tuesday, May 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged -- Board Games and Wii: Come "Wii" with your friends. Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome. No experience necessary. Tuesday, May 26 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Saturdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Breast Health Awareness: Learn more about breast cancer and get important background information. You may qualify for free mammograms or screenings. Presented in Vietnamese by the Asian Health & Service Center. Saturday, May 2 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Ten Steps to Starting a Business: This seminar covers basic small business start-up information in 10 steps. The presentation is designed for individuals in the thinking stage of starting a business. Included in this seminar is an overview of all the basic requirements, including name registry, business structures and licensing requirements. Small business resources are highlighted with emphasis on business planning tools, business resources, market research and business planning. Presented by the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. Monday, May 4 from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Read "The Jane Austen Book Club" by Karen Joy Fowler. Tuesday, May 12 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Or read "The Gathering" by Anne Enright for discussion on Wednesday, May 20 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Ply-Split Braiding Workshop: Learn a technique from India called ply-split braiding. Create cords, key rings, jewelry and small decorative items. Sunday, May 31 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Assistance available in English and Russian Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m.; assistance available in Chinese, English and Spanish Mondays through May 18 from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. You must register and attend all three sessions. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesdays, May 5, 12 and 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 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. Saturday, May 9 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2002. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Tuesday, May 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Searching the Web: Prerequisite -- Windows and Web for Beginners or Internet experience. Learn about several Web- searching tools at once. Improve your understanding of subject indexes and search engines and learn how to evaluate the quality of the information you find on the Web. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 23 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Open Lab: Time to practice skills learned in classes or work on a special project with lab help any time you need it. Tuesday, May 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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