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Rain gardens 101 workshop
Learn the how to's of constructing your own rain garden and about the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration. You will learn how to assess your site to determine the best location and size, calculate impervious surfaces, determine soil suitability, choose appropriate plants, steps for maintaining your new rain garden, and bring home a rain garden packet that shows all the steps. Workshops are hosted by the East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.
There will be a workshop on Saturday, May 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Troutdale City Conference Building, 223 S. Buxton St. in Troutdale and another on Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Portland Nursery, 9000 S.E. Division St.
Advanced registration is required. Register online at emswcd.org/workshops-events. For information call 503-935-5383.
Flower arrangements on display
Flower Lane Garden Club will host a Mini Flower Show of flower arrangements created by club members from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8, at the East Portland Community Center, 740 S.E. 106th Ave. Visitors are encouraged to stop in to view bouquets on display and perhaps get ideas for arranging flowers this season. This is a free event.
Get out there with Metro
Metro offers a broad range of outdoor experiences for young and old. Many are free. Some do have a small admission fee. Check out this list and plan outdoor adventures for the month.
Warblers of Oregon: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6. One of the most colorful and musical groups of birds to arrive in spring is the warblers. The different species in the Portland area can be quite confusing to beginning and experienced birders alike. Let Metro naturalist and expert birder James Davis make warbler identification easier for you. This class takes place near the peak of warbler migration so you can get out right away and practice your new skills. Suitable for adults and teens. Meet in Room 370 at Metro Regional Center, 600 N.E. Grand Ave. Registration and payment of $10 per person is required in advance. Call 503-797-1650, option 2.
Sandy River Spey Clave: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 14, 15 and 16. Come to Oxbow Regional Park for the largest gathering of anglers devoted to two-hand fly rod fishing in the Western Hemisphere. Visit booths displaying the latest tackle or sign up for free casting lessons. View on-the-water casting demonstrations throughout the weekend. Attend Friday's women's day presentations by female instructors, followed by a potluck dinner and presentations Friday night. Breakfast and lunch provided Saturday and Sunday. Overnight camping is available in the park on a first-come, first-served basis for $20 per night (up to six people per site). Gates lock at official sunset. Pets are not allowed. Free with a $5 entrance fee to the park. For more information, call the Fly Fishing Shop at 503-622-4607.
Ethnobotany at Oxbow: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 16. Ethnobotany is the study of how humans use plants. Learn the ethics and safety protocols of plant harvest and take a walk in the springtime woods of Oxbow Regional Park to get to know plants traditionally used for food, medicine, baskets and more. Take home a resource list for further study and create cordage and tea from stinging nettles. Meet at the naturalist office. Registration and payment of $10 per person is required in advance. There is a $5 per vehicle entrance fee to the park.
Connecting our children to the wild: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, May 23. If you are a parent, mentor or teacher who understands how important a vibrant connection to the natural world is for the healthy development of young people, join Metro naturalist Dan Daly for this lively conversation. As school, work, consumer culture and the disappearance of wild areas continue to draw children's time and attention away from the natural world, spring is a great time to learn and remember how to bring nature alive in families, neighborhoods and schools once again. This program shares both resources and techniques that outdoor-oriented adults can draw from in order to support the young people they care about by unfolding the adventure of a lifetime. Childcare for children age 5 and older is available free of charge during the program. This class is held at Oxbow Regional Park. Registration and $8 per person is required in advance. There is a $5 per vehicle entry fee payable at the park. To register, call 503-797-1650, option 2.
For directions and to find more outdoor opportunities, go to metro-region.org.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors board will meet on Tuesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St.
LIBRARIES
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.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays beginning May 18 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays beginning May 19 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and Fridays beginning May 21 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays beginning May 19 from 11:15 a.m. to noon and Fridays beginning May 21 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays beginning May 20 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 with adult. Saturday, May 22 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Yoga Storytime: 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 beginning May 18 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.
Family Clothing Swap: Join library staff for a free clothing swap on Saturday, May 1. Round up unwanted clean clothing, accessories and other wearables you or your kids don't use or love anymore and bring them to the swap. Bring clean clothes in reasonable condition, no rips, tears, visible stains, etc. There are no minimum requirements for how many items you have to bring or how many you can take, but please be courteous and generous. Don't forget to bring a bag to carry your treasures home in. Items that do not get swapped will be donated to low-income and high-need families in our community.
The children's clothing swap for ages newborn to 13 years is from 2 to 3 p.m. Teen and adult clothing swap is from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m.
I Am NOT Sillye: This simple, funny, interactive all-season show - with tasty originals, crowd-pleasing favorites, and a lot of singing and dancing and jumping around - is a hit with parents and kids alike. Dan Cohen is an award-winning singer/songwriter/producer whose credits include Disney's popular children's show JoJo's Circus, Sara Hickman's Motherlode CD, Nickelodeon, and Jumpbunch, a kids exercise program. He has received rave reviews from The New York Times, New York Post and many others. Thursday, May 13 from 4 to 4:45 p.m.
Bubble Painting: Bubble, sprinkle, splatter. Learn strange new painting techniques to create your own underwater pictures with artist Addie Boswell. Draw with water-soluble crayons and pencils and try blowing bubbles, rolling marbles, and shaking salt for different effects. These washable experiments are perfect for ages 4 to 8. Tuesday, May 18 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Family Playgroup: This playgroup is a wonderful opportunity for both children and parents from the community to meet and network with each other. It is also a gathering place for children to practice and learn Vietnamese. Saturday, May 29 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Family Fun Day: Enjoy games with gifts, make crafts and learn about the census. Presented in partnership with the Asian Pacific Community Support and Service Association. Sunday, May 30 from 2:30 to 4:30 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. Mondays from 4 to 6 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 in the library. Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: 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 10 and 24 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesday, May 19 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Food Politics: Local author Jean Johnson will discuss food sourcing and compare sustainable agriculture with agribusiness. The class will look at confined animal feeding operations for laying hens, chickens, dairy cows, and beef cattle. Finally, she will tackle cost issues and see if it is possible for a family to stay within its budget and buy food that is produced sustainably. Wednesday, May 19 from 4:30 to 5:30 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.
Paths to Wellness-How Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine Can Improve Your Health: Each talk will feature general information on acupuncture and Chinese medicine and what to expect during an acupuncture treatment. Presented by Colleen Donnelly, licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist.
The Treatment of Seasonal Allergies: Learn how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can alleviate suffering during allergy season. Monday, May 3 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Health Care for Seniors: Learn what acupuncture and herbal liniments can do for back and knee pain, osteoarthritis and balance. Wednesday, May 19 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
The College Admissions Essay-How to Write an Effective Application Essay: This session reviews the essential elements of a good application essay, using a wide variety of examples from real college applications to illustrate positive and negative features. Parents and teens will gain skills to get started and how to stay on track to successful completion. Tim Cantrick has 30 years of college counseling experience, and is currently an independent counselor serving families in the Portland area. Tuesday, May 4 from 6 to 7 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 on a house, and what to expect at closing. Tuesday, May 4 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Bilingual Book Discussion Group: Have fun reading and discussing the Spanish short stories from the book “The Cow is to Blame.” These stories tell anecdotes and fables with reflections on life and leadership. The discussion will be bilingual. Sundays, May 9 and 23 from 2 to 3 p.m.
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, May 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Read “The Madonnas of Leningrad” by Debra Dean. Tuesday, May 11 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Read “The Songlines” by Bruce Chatwin. Wednesday, May 19 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
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 through May 13 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and Fridays, May 14 and 21 from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays through May 13 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays, May 14 and 21 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays, May 14 and 21 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays through May 15 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Kids Art Incorporating Creative Reuse: Artist Keri Piehl will offer three simple craft projects for children in grades K-5 and their parents. Make one, two or all three projects and keep crafting green this summer. Saturday, May 15 from 1 to 3 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 to 12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Youth Service Crew: Need community service hours and volunteer credit? Check out the Youth 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. Saturday, May 1 from 2 to 4 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, May 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Duct Tape Wallets and Bags: Use a rainbow of assorted duct tapes, straps and grommets to create a unique creation for yourself or a friend. For teens in grades 6-12. Saturday, May 29 from 2 to 4 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.
Knitting Club: Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun and learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies. Tuesdays, May 11 and 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “Half Broken Things” by Morag Joss. 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 18 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Asiatic Lily Painting: Learn to paint a lily using a Chinese brush, ink and watercolor on rice paper, the traditional way. Then mount your finished art as a wall hanging. Instructor Cindy Lommasson welcomes all levels of experience. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, May 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Lab instruction is in Vietnamese. Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Thursdays from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
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