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Student art show
The David Douglas High School Art Department will present its annual student art show, May 11 through May 24. Student work will be on display during regular building hours in the district office breezeway; 1500 SE. 130th Ave. Work will include drawing, photography, jewelry, crafts, calligraphy, painting, ceramics and other media. There will be a reception on Thursday, May 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
Music to your ears
Parkrose High band and choir students have qualified for upcoming state competitions. The OSAA band and orchestra competition is May 11-14 at Oregon State University in Corvallis. The A-Choir will compete at the state choir championships at George Fox University in Newberg on May 6.
The PHS spring band concert is Thursday, June 2. The spring choir concert is Tuesday, June 7. Both are free and will be held in the high school theater at 7 p.m.
Children's summer music camp
For four days in June, local musicians will explore music with the kids from age four up to those in the fifth grade at Reedwood Friends Church, 2901 S.E. Steele St. The camp is June 27-30, from 9 a.m. until noon. At the culmination of the four day camp, there will be a showcase night for parents and friends. Tuition is $20 per child.
To learn more go to reedwood.org or call 503-317-2519.
EVENTS and ACTIVITIES
Meet the candidates
Six individuals are running for three open seats on the Multnomah Education Service District board of directors. All have been invited to participate in a candidate forum on Wednesday, May 4 at the MESD Ainsworth Building, 11611 N.E. Ainsworth Circle, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Candidates will introduce themselves, explain their reasons for running and answer questions submitted in writing via e-mail. The submission deadline for questions is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3. Send questions to mesdcandidates@mesd.k12.or.us.
The candidates are:
MESD Position 5, Zone 1 (North and Northeast Portland): Gary Hollands and Dick Osborne
MESD Position 6, At-Large: Mike Delman and Doug Montgomery
MESD Position 7, Zone 3 (Southeast and Southwest Portland): Kay Bridges and Kevin Spellman
Mike Delman and Kevin Spellman are incumbents.
MESD employs 650 staff who provide direct and support services to eight public school districts in Multnomah County and in the surrounding region, and to a variety of educational, nonprofit and governmental agencies.
The forum is open to the public. The election is May 17.
National Public Garden Day
On Friday, May 6, public gardens across the country will celebrate National Public Garden Day. In our neighborhood, Leach Botanical Garden will be open extended hours in honor of the event. Discover Portland's public garden treasure during the height of the spring season. Stroll along the gentle trails, visit the Manor House and take a peek inside the little stone cabin along Johnson Creek from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The garden is located at 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.
Morning bird song walks
Songbirds are returning to Portland. Stroll along the paths of Leach Botanical Garden with volunteer guides from the Audubon Society of Portland and discover the variety of birds that visit. Walks will be on Tuesday mornings in May beginning May 11, from 7 to 8 a.m.
Meet at the garden office annex on the upper level of the garden, 6550 S.E. 122nd Ave. Remember to dress for the weather and bring binoculars if you have them. This is a free event and registration is not required.
Children's nature fair
Children of all ages are invited to spend a fun day exploring Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., and learning about northwest plants and animals on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Meet the critters that tidy up the forest floor and keep streams healthy. Cheer on your favorite in the annual Banana Slug Races. Dance to the music of the Marion Street Ramblers and the Organic Green Beings. Enjoy a variety of crafts and other hands-on activities sponsored by local environmental organizations. This is free event.
Classic cars and more
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| Sunshine greeted car enthusiasts at the Woodland Park Baptist Church Cruise-In last year. Join the fun this year on Saturday, May 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Northeast 114th Avenue and Halsey Street. COURTESY KRISTEN PLASSARAS |
Located on the corner of Northeast 114th Avenue and Halsey Street in the historic Gateway area, the event will be hosted in the church parking lot and neighboring annex. Woodland Park Baptist Church looks to build stronger community ties with local businesses and families in the neighborhood. This event is open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles, and there is no entry fee. Space is limited, however, so please call early to reserve show space for your vehicle or vendor space for your business.
The cruise-in will be held on Saturday, May 14 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. For more information, contact Pete Plassaras at 971-207-0012 or pete.plassaras@permacold.com.
GABA community fair
If it's spring, it's Fun-O-Rama time in Gateway. Slated for Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., activities include a classic car show, flag raising ceremony, family bike ride, community fair, food, games and prizes. Bike helmets will be distributed and fitted by Portland Police Cadets for a $5 donation. The Gateway Area Business Association hosts this event at Northeast 111th Avenue and Halsey Street.
Sign-up sheets for the car show, talent show and bike ride are available on the GABA Web site, gabanet.com. Click on the applications link. No fees charged, but organizers will appreciate advanced registration. Vendor booth applications are available as well. GABA members pay no fee; non-members will pay $75 for 4 by 8 foot booth.
This is a free, family friendly event.
Leach Garden after hours
April showers bringing May flowers. Celebrate at Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., with special guest Kym Pokorny, garden writer for the Oregonian, on Wednesday, May 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Explore the garden and then return to the East Terrace for refreshments, music and an informal question and answer session with Pokorny.
Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. The fee is $10 for garden members; $15 for non-members. To register, call 503-823-1671, e-mail education@leachgarden.org or go to leachgarden.org and click on events.
Celebrate community
The Montavillage Spring Fair is Sunday, May 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Creative Science School, 1231 S.E. 92nd Ave, Montavillage is a family-friendly event designed to build community connections within the southeast Portland neighborhood. This year's event will include community art projects like mosaic tiling by Vibe of Portland and portrait painting organized by local artists. Many other artists, vendors, and businesses from the community will be onsite. Kids will enjoy a bouncy castle and an obstacle course; there will be live music and food and beverage carts. The
event is free and all attendees receive a free raffle ticket for prizes donated by local businesses.
To learn more go to creativescienceschool.org/home/community/montavillage-festival/.
LIBRARIES
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 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.
Yoga Storytime: This class introduces children to the benefits of yoga through stories, music and simple movements. For children ages 3 to 6 years and their caregivers; one child per adult. You are encouraged to bring your own mat. Tuesdays through May 17 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays through May 17 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy and join librarians for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Tuesdays through May 17 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays through May 18 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and again from 11:15 a.m. to noon and Fridays through May 20 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays through May 19 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Thursdays through May 19 and Fridays through May 20 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays, May 7 and 21, from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
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.
Easy Snacks Kids and Grownups Can Make: Cookbook author and food historian Jean Johnson will teach you how to make quinoa poppers. Kids of all ages will love making these easy, healthy snacks. Johnson will also share snippets on healthy, ultrafast cooking. So come one, come all, and bring your appetite. Friday, May 13 from 4 to 5 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. Saturdays, May 14 and 28 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Teeny Tiny Theatre: Drop in for Teeny Tiny Storytime Theatre where words and sounds come to life through favorite stories and performances. Led by Yvonne Anselmi, a celebrated local preschool teacher with 20 years of experience in early childhood development, this program will delight audiences and spark imagination through interactive storytelling, songs and puppetry. Suited for children 1 to 5 years. Saturday, May 21 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Teen Lounge: Use library laptops for homework or fun, play Wii or board games, and meet friends. 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 of ours. Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Felted Sushi: Teens will learn the ancient craft of felt-making, which is a traditional art form that predates weaving. Using only raw wool, soapy water and the agitation of hands, each teen will make a faux nori roll that will be cut up into many pieces of colorful sushi. LeBrie Rich, professional crafter and owner of PenFelt, will share the magical, low-tech process of transforming raw wool into felt. Wednesday, May 4 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesdays, May 4 and May 18 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
The Princeton Review Assessment: The Princeton Review Assessment was created to help you decide what college entrance exam will allow you to shine: the ACT or the SAT. Consider the PRA your first step on the road toward college admissions nirvana. Registration is required; call 503-988-5392. Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from the Delta Society's Pet Partners Program, sponsored by DoveLewis. Registration is required; call 503-988-5392. Mondays, May 9 and 23 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., except May 8.
Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in stimulating conversation about books and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Read “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson for discussion on Tuesday, May 10 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. or “People of the Book” by Geraldine Brooks for discussion on Wednesday May 18 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
From the Garden to the Table: Make full use of your garden potential and its produce. No matter what time of the summer, there is always something that can be planted and something else that can be harvested to eat. Join cookbook author and four-season organic gardener Jean Johnson in planting seeds to take home to your garden while tasting some of Portland's seasonal bounty. Teens at home? Bring them along for the fun Monday, May 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 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 12 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays through May 12 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays through May 13 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays through May 13 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays through May 14 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Build Your Own Terrarium: What is a terrarium? It is a miniature garden that you can grow inside of a glass container. Join professional gardener Ruth Hampton in building your own terrarium with the beautiful sedum flower. You will learn all about taking care of your plants and watching them grown inside. Children will have their own terrarium to take home after class. Saturday, May 21 from 2 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 6-12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Service Crew: Do you need community service hours and volunteer credit? Check out the Teen Service Crew at your library. Drop in for a two-hour block of fun, music, snacks and enough work to keep you busy. Registration is required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 7 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. Friday, May 13 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Book and Movie Club for Teens: Join a monthly forum where teens can come together and discuss popular Vietnamese language books and movies. This program will be conducted in Vietnamese and will allow Vietnamese teens the opportunity to strengthen their cultural identities while making connections with each other and the library. Saturday, May 28 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Knitting Club: Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, join the fun and learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies. Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 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.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “How We Decide” by Jonah Lehrer. 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. Wednesday, May 18 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
From the Garden to the Table: Make full use of your garden potential and its produce. No matter what time of the summer, there is always something that can be planted and something else that can be harvested to eat. Join cookbook author and four-season organic gardener Jean Johnson in planting seeds to take home to your garden while tasting some of Portland's seasonal bounty. Have teens at home? Bring them along for the fun. Registration is required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, May 22 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. 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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