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THE ARTS
Jack’s beanstalk grows in theater
In every version of the story, Jack climbs the giant beanstalk, discovers the giant’s castle in the clouds, complete with a golden-egg-laying hen, a golden harp and helpful servants. But only up the beanstalk in the Mt. Hood Community College theater do you find servants who sing adaptations of “Sugar,” “Do you believe in Magic” and other 1960s and 1970s bubble gum pop hits to enhance the story in the upcoming children’s theater production of “Jack and the Beanstalk.”
“Jack and the Beanstalk” lives up to MHCC theater’s tradition of quality and imaginative plays. The original stage adaptation brings twists and surprises to the well-known story of a young boy, played by student Horatio Benneth, who trades the family cow for magic beans. Jack’s mother, played by student Sheri Hoskins, is of course disappointed, but Jack’s foolishness leads them to a better life and some unlikely friendships.
The play is targeted at children from kindergarten to the third grade, but eye-catching costumes and scenery, high-energy performances and the addition of well-known bubble gum songs make “Jack and the Beanstalk” fun for people of any age.
“Jack and the Beanstalk” will be performed Monday, Nov. 6 and 13, Wednesday, Nov. 8 and Fridays, Nov. 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. There will be one Saturday matinee on Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $2. All performances will be in the MHCC theater at the Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St. For more information, call 503-491-6969.
People requiring accommodations due to a disability should contact the MHCC Disability Services Office at 503-491-6923 or 503-491-7670 (TDD).
Rock and roll takes over at PHS
The musical “Bye Bye Birdie” is coming soon to Parkrose High School. Originally written to mirror the American response to Elvis Presley joining the Army, the story and music continues to delight audiences. The handlers of famous teen singer Conrad Birdie plan a grand sendoff for the star that includes bestowing a goodbye kiss on one of his biggest fans. Of course, nothing really goes as planned and comedy ensues.
Songs you may walk away from the show singing include “An English Teacher,” “Honestly Sincere” and “A Healthy, Normal, American Boy.”
Performances will be in the PHS theater, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., Nov. 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18 at 7 p.m. There will be a matinee on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for middle school and high school students. Tickets will be available at the door, or you can call 503-408-2718 for reservations.
Exhibit explores hidden messages of trees
Local artist Sarina Dorie brings her latest art exhibit to the Mt. Hood Community College campus in her collections of paintings dedicated to the Hidden Messages of Trees.
Looking closely at her haunting canvases, the trees painted by Dorie are not just an artist’s rendering of ordinary landscapes — messages and figures are interwoven delicately throughout the paintings.
“Hidden in my paintings and murals are faces, words, even toxins destroying the environment. I do this to cause others to think, study and use their imagination. It is my way of entering the subconscious,” Dorie said.
The Hidden Messages of Trees collection is on display now through Nov. 17 in the College Center Fireplace Gallery. The College Center Fireplace Gallery is located in Room 1051 of the College Center on the Gresham campus of Mt. Hood Community College. The College Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
People requiring accommodations due to a disability should contact the MHCC Disability Services Office at 503-491-6923 or 503-491-7670 (TDD).
EVENTS
Scandinavian film fest on tap
Sons of Norway Grieg Lodge presents Reel Nordic featuring great classic and contemporary films from and about Scandinavia. There is something for everyone during the two-day affair on Saturday, Nov 4. from noon to 9 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 5 from noon to 6 p.m.
Refreshments will be available for purchase. There is no admission charge but donations do support lodge cultural activities and are gratefully accepted.
The Norse Hall is located at 111 N.E. 11th Ave. Call 503-236-3401 or visit www.norsehall.org to learn more.
Thanksgiving table tennis tournament
The fourth annual Holiday Table Tennis Tournament for novice players at East Portland Community Center is Friday, Nov.24. This is a free tournament. Please register before Nov. 17 at 503-823-3450. If you are 8 to 12 years old, you will play from 10 a.m. until noon. Those who are 13 to 18 years old will play from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Adults from 19 up will play from 3 to 5 p.m.
EPCC is located at 740 S.E. 106th Ave.
Storytelling festival encourages story sharing
Multnomah County Library’s seventh annual Tapestry of Tales Family Storytelling Festival will take place Nov. 16-18 at libraries and community venues throughout the county. Admission to most events is free, unless otherwise noted, and the public is invited to attend.
This year, in addition to the many public performances, the festival’s outreach programs will bring stories to over 5,000 elementary and middle school students throughout the county. There will also be a workshop to help county SUN (Schools Uniting Neighborhoods) School program coordinators learn to incorporate stories and storytelling into their after-school programs.
On Saturday, Nov. 18, there will be eight all-ages family matinees at various libraries. At 11 a.m., Eva Abram, a storyteller who weaves family history, song and action into her tales, will be at Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave.
Seating at all events is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Space at library locations is especially limited; free tickets for library performances will be available 30 minutes prior to the first program at each location. The full list of festival events is available at www.multcolib.org/events/tales.
There are many ways parents and caregivers can help children increase their literacy skills. Exposing them to storytelling through performances such as those at libraries is one way. Another way is storytelling at home. “Children learn some of the most important reading lessons at the dinner table,” says Molly Raphael, director of libraries. “Talking and sharing stories from the day at mealtime provide rich opportunities to help children develop and practice their oral language skills in interesting ways. They also acquire new vocabulary as adults around the table use more sophisticated and unusual words to communicate images and information about other times and places. And sharing stories, both real and imagined, can bring families closer together.”
The lutefisk are running
The lutefisk season has officially begun and the lefse makers have started work at Norse Hall, 111 N.E. 11th Ave. Tickets are on sale now for the annual feast on Sunday, Nov. 12 from noon to 6 p.m. The menu features lutefisk, meatballs, boiled potatoes and cream gravy, coleslaw, lefse, cranberry relish, prune pudding and more. Adult tickets are $20. Pay only $10 for children 12 and under. The dinner last year sold out. Call 503-771-2689 to make sure you don't miss out.
Holiday chess-nut tournament
This is a free single elimination tournament for beginning to intermediate level youth and adult players who would like to gain experience in a relaxed environment.
The tournament will be at the East Portland Community Center, 740 S.E. 106th Ave., on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 28 and 29. Please register before Dec. 22 at 503-823-3450.
Younger players from age 6 to 15 will play on Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. If you are 16 years or older, you will play on Friday from 1 to 3 p.m.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
Neighborhood cleaning up
Among the many benefits of neighborhood associations are organized clean-up events. The Wilkes/Russell Neighborhood Clean Up is set for Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Margaret Scott Elementary School, 14700 N.E. Sacramento St. Get rid of metal, bulky items and yard debris. Hazardous waste cannot be accepted at this event.
To learn which neighborhood association serves you, contact the East Portland Neighborhood Office at 503-823-4550 or visit the new digs at 1017 N.E. 117th Ave. Upcoming meetings are listed below.
Centennial Community Association -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Harold Oliver Intermediate School, 15840 S.E. Taylor St. Room 65.
Mill Park Neighborhood Association -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave.
Wilkes Community Group -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Teamsters Complex, Joe Edgar Hall, 1850 N.E. 162nd Ave.
Russell Neighborhood Association -- General membership meeting Thursday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. at Western Chiropractic College, 2900 N.E. 132nd Ave.
Hazelwood Neighborhood Association -- Board meeting Monday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at EPNO, 1017 N.E. 117th Ave.
Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors -- Board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at Parkrose United Methodist Church, Miller Hall, 11111 N.E. Knott St.
Argay Neighborhood Association -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at Portland Fire Station Training Center, 4800 N.E. 122nd Ave.
Parkrose Neighborhood Association -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 11100 N.E. Skidmore St.
Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors -- General membership meeting Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St.
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