We offer the Memo Calendar to you to publicize events open to the community at large. Share news about events of interest, meetings, fundraisers, celebrations, classes, reunions etc. When you send submissions, please include all details that apply: date, start time, finish time, address, admission fee, a brief description of the event including who it benefits if applicable and a contact name and phone number or email address. Send a photo if you have one. Please identify each individual from left to right (large group shots can simply be identified by the group name) and provide the name of the photographer so we can give proper credit. Calendar submissions for the February issue are due Thursday, Jan. 15. For best results, e-mail Darlene Vinson at editor@midcountymemo.com. Or mail your submissions to 3510 N.E. 134th Ave., Portland, OR 97230. To leave a phone message, call 503-287-8904.
ACTIVITIES and CELEBRATIONS
Parkrose pride celebration includes alumni
Bronco Pride Night is Friday, Jan. 9, in the Parkrose High gymnasium, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. This event will introduce middle school students to varsity athletes, coaches and alumni before the varsity basketball game against Rex Putnam.
Alumni are invited to join fellow Parkrose grad Anna Song Canzano in sharing the Bronco legacy with students in grades 6 through 8, as well as with high school students.
Middle schoolers and a parent or guardian will receive free admission and refreshments. These attendees should use the back main entrance near the gym. Beginning at 6 p.m., there will be hoop shooting games wit prizes before the game begins. Varsity athletes and coaches will be available for photographs with attendees.
Admission for alumni and other community members is $5. The freshman team plays at 4 p.m. JV jumps at 5:30 p.m. Tip-off for the varsity game is 7:15 p.m.
Bronco spirit will shake the rafters of Rossi Field House as in days of old. Be there.
So you think you can shoot
Free throws, that is. The Elks National Free Throw Contest, also known as the Elks Hoop Shoot, is the largest and most visible of the many youth activities sponsored by Elks lodges throughout the country. More than 1.5 million participated last year.
Sign up at your school now to participate in this contest for kids ages 8 to 13. If you attend a public or private school in the David Douglas or Parkrose school districts and your school has not scheduled an Elks Hoop Shoot event, contact Gateway Elks Lodge #2411 event director Gary Ott at ottdi@msn.com or call 503-254-8273.
School officials are encouraged to host a Hoop Shoot event at their schools. Ott can help set something up, but check in with him soon, as the Gateway Elks contest is set for Saturday, Jan. 17.
For the second year running, the Gateway Elks Hoop Shoot event is being funded in part by a donation from the Pacific Northwest Convertible Club. PNWCC is a socially oriented car club engaged in fun and interesting activities. Ownership of a convertible is not necessary for membership, but interest in and genuine love for convertibles and other classic cars is.
Club meetings are held at the Gateway Elks Lodge.
Family outings made easy
Your membership in just one of the area’s local attractions nets you special access to nine favorites for family outings. Members of Historic Deepwood Estate, Lan Su Chinese Garden, Oregon Historical Society, Oregon Zoo, Portland Children’s Museum, Portland Japanese Garden, Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals, Washington County Museum, and World Forestry Center can use their membership cards, regardless of membership level, to access free admission for up to four people to a different attraction each month in 2015.
Organized by the Portland Attractions Marketing Alliance, this promotion was created as a way to show appreciation for loyal members, as well as to highlight the important work that local attractions do in our community.
Buy a membership soon to take advantage of this promotion and begin planning family outings. Here’s the schedule:
January: Portland Japanese Garden
February: World Forestry Center
March: Oregon Historical Society
April: Lan Su Chinese Garden
May: Washington County Museum
June: Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals
September: Portland Children’s Museum
November: Oregon Zoo
December: Historic Deepwood Estate
CLASSES and WORKSHOPS
Money Matters workshops available at Portland Lutheran School
Thrivent Financial representative Derek Kaufman will lead a free workshop designed for parents and their children ages 6 to 10, Friday, Jan. 9 at Portland Lutheran School, 740 S.E. 182nd Ave.
Kaufman will discuss parents, kids and money matters, focusing on:
• The values parents want kids to learn.
• Teaching kids about money and values.
• Learning about practical tools to make teaching about money fun.
A second workshop designed for parents and children from 11 to 14 is set for Friday, Feb. 6, also at Portland Lutheran. Parents and teens will gain a better understanding of stewardship and learn about making intentional choices about sharing, saving and spending money. You must reserve a spot for this session by Jan. 15.
Pizza will be served after the workshops.
For more information about workshop times and to reserve a spot, e-mail Kaufman at derek.kaufman@thrivent.com.
Lead poisoning prevention workshop scheduled
A free workshop teaching how to prevent lead exposure in homes is set for Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at East Portland Community Center, 740 S.E. 106th Ave. Sponsored by Community Energy Project, this class is great for households with children or pregnant women in housing older than 1978 or for those concerned about lead exposure. Qualified participants receive a free kit of safety and testing supplies.
Register for the workshop at www.communityenergyproject.org or call 503-284-6827 ext. 106.
Do it yourself insulation workshop
Reduce your energy bills by learning how to insulate your home Saturday, Jan 17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Rosewood Initiative, 16126 S.E. Stark St.
This free limited-time workshop hosted by Community Energy Project teaches participants how to weatherize a flat attic. Topics covered include safety, air sealing, baffling, blown-in insulation and incentives to help cover the cost of your project. Learn more and register for the workshop at www.communityenergyproject.org or call 503-284-6827 ext. 106.
REUNIONS
PCHS all classes
Portland Christian Schools homecoming and alumni week is the last week of January. Enjoy basketball games, the Homecoming Princess Chapel, the Homecoming Banquet and the alumni basketball tournament. This week celebrates graduates and current students, bringing them together to create Royal memories.
FUNDRAISERS
Cans and bottles make great gifts
The parties are over. The celebrations merely fond memories. But that pile of returnable bottles and cans is real. Bag ‘em up, toss ‘em in the trunk and make your way to Parkrose Middle School, 18000 N.E. Shaver St., Saturday, Jan. 3 to donate them to the Parkrose Bronco Boosters and Parkrose choirs. Volunteers will be on hand to accept your donations from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Book sale supports MHS library
Madison High School, 2735 N.E. 82nd Ave., boasts one of the more heavily used high school libraries in Portland, yet has no budget for new or replacement books. In an effort to raise $2,000 for books and materials for this school year, the school is hosting its annual used book sale Saturday, Jan. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse through some 13,000 books priced between $1 and $5 while also enjoying food, crafts and live music.
Donations of books, CDs, DVDs etc. can be left at the school library.
Please direct questions to Bridget Lopez at 503-758-3135.
Paradise for $50
The days are slowly getting longer, signaling that spring is coming, but endless days of sunshine are still far, far away. Join the Parkrose Educational Foundation and “Escape to Paradise,” Saturday, April 11 for the annual fundraising dinner and auction at the Portland Airport Sheraton.
Auctions items will include vacation packages, gift baskets, gift cards and fabulous opportunities for adventure.
Talk to your friends, family and neighbors to put together a fun table for a great night out. It takes only 8 people to fill a table. Appetizers, dinner and wine or beer are included. Tickets are on sale now at predfdn.org. for $50 per person.
CLUBS and ORGANIZATIONS
Pruning made easy
Join the Villa Garden Club’s Jan. 22 meeting to learn to prune like a pro from guest speaker Nichole Forbes of Dennis’s Seven Dees Nursery. The business meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. at Savage Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1740 S. E. 139th Ave. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and dessert will be served. Please call Velda Altig at 503-252-7423 for more information.
GIVING BACK
Help a child discover the joy of reading
Start Making A Reader Today is an early literacy nonprofit that envisions an Oregon in which every child can read and is empowered to succeed. Community volunteers are needed to help pre-kindergarten through third-grade children become confident readers by providing one-on-one literacy support, valuable adult mentorship and books to take home and keep.
As a SMART reader, you’ll read one-on-one with children for 1 hour per week from January to May. If you’re not able to commit to a weekly session, apply to be a substitute reader. The SMART program has volunteer reading opportunities at Menlo Park, Hartley and Alder elementary schools. Please apply today. For more information and to apply go to www.getsmartoregon.org or call 971-634-1616.
Apply now to monitor police reform
Are you interested in volunteering to monitor the implementation of the city of Portland’s settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice? The agreement calls for reform to Portland Police Bureau policies and training, particularly related to interactions with people who have or are perceived to have mental illness.
“The Community Oversight Advisory Board’s job is to assess the city and the Police Bureau’s implementation of the DOJ agreement. This is a crucial role, as the City Council works with the community to improve the way Portland Police serve [sic] individuals experiencing, or perceived to be experiencing, mental health crises,” Commissioner Amanda Fritz said. “The COAB must represent a broad spectrum of Portland’s communities and a broad range of perspectives.”
Apply now to become a member of the COAB. Applications are due Jan. 9. More information and the downloadable application can be found on Commissioner Fritz’s website at http://www.portlandonline.com/fritz/. Or, apply online: http://bit.ly/COABapplication .
If you have questions, please contact Jasmine Wadsworth in Commissioner Fritz’s office at 503-823-3008 or email COAB@portlandoregon.gov.
Sign up now to begin training as ombudsman volunteer
Training to become a Certified Ombudsman Volunteer will begin Jan. 29 in the Portland area. These volunteers advocate for seniors who are living in long-term care facilities and are trained to educate, investigate and advocate for the rights of the residents, while learning to be problem solvers. They often are the first to spot and report elder abuse but also can resolve many quality-of-care issues independently to meet the rights and desires of a given resident. In order to be accepted into the five-day training program, prospective volunteers must register no later than Jan. 5. Reimbursement for ravel expenses to attend the training and for subsequent volunteering is available.
The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an independent watchdog agency of the State of Oregon, dedicated to protecting the rights, safety and dignity of the residents of nursing homes, residential care facilities, assisted living facilities and adult foster care homes. To report a concern about a long-term care facility, call 1-800-522-2602, visit www.oregon.gov/LTCO or send an email to LTCO.contact@ltco.state.or.us.
To apply, visit www.oregon.gov/LTCO to download an application or contact Gretchen Jordan, coordinator of volunteers, at 1-800-522-2602.
THE ARTS
Learn acrylic painting from a master
The Portland Fine Arts Guild has signed Edith Turner as its guest teacher for classes Mondays, Jan. 5, 12 and 19 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Russellville Grange Hall, 12105 N.E. Prescott St.
Known for her works in acrylic, Turner also sometimes chooses oil, watercolor, pen and ink, colored pencil, pastels and other media. Introducing art to children, senior citizens and the physical or mentally challenged has always been a priority with her.
The first class is free. Thereafter, there is a fee of $15 per class for non-guild members, $12 for members. No registration is necessary; simply drop in and begin to learn.
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Winter concert slated for Horner
The Portland Metro Concert Band will perform a free concert on Sunday, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. at the Horner Performing Arts Center at David Douglas High School, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave.
Horner PAC is a completely accessible facility, with ample parking both in the lot and on adjacent streets.
Enjoy a program ranging from band arrangements of classical works, music from Broadway productions and jazz composers, contemporary works written for band and, of course, marches. This concert will include an overture from “Semiramide” by Rossini, “Serenata” by Leroy Anderson, selections from “Les Miserables”, a modern work entitled “Mt. Everest”, and marches by Sousa, Alfred Reed, and Michael Landers. Co-directors are Jay Burchak and Roger Nickerson.
Donations to help cover expenses are gratefully accepted. Complimentary coffee and cookies will be offered at intermission.
EDUCATION
Learn about financial aid at CCC
Finances are a growing barrier for students seeking higher education. Students and parents will receive information on navigating college finances at the free Financial Aid and Scholarship Kickoff Night Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Gregory Forum at Clackamas Community College’s Oregon City campus, 19600 Molalla Ave.
During Financial Aid and Scholarship Kickoff Night, college staff will provide information about financial aid and scholarships, including advice on the CCC scholarship process, tips on writing a winning scholarship essay, and information on how to search for external scholarships.
The CCC Foundation provides more than $500,000 in scholarship assistance to students each year. Scholarship open enrollment begins Jan. 30 and runs through March 30 for the 2015-16 academic year at CCC. Scholarships are available for students taking six or more credit hours with a grade point average of 2.0 or higher. Scholarship applications will be available online at www.clackamas.edu/Scholarhips/.
For additional information, call 503-594-3421 or email scholarhips@clackamas.edu.
Students and families invited to financial aid planning events
College Goal Oregon, a one-day event to help prospective college students and parents learn about financial aid options for college and how to apply, is planned for selected dates this January throughout the state. More than 20 sites are hosting this free financial aid event.
All prospective students are invited to attend, whether they are high school or returning students. Participants will receive free, on-site help with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA determines eligibility for need-based federal, state and campus-based financial aid, including the Oregon Opportunity Grant.
Students and parents should bring their previous year’s tax returns. College Goal Oregon locations and dates near Mid-county are listed below. Please be sure to visit www.CollegeGoalOregon.gov for final dates, other locations, and additional documents to bring to the event.
• Centennial Park School, Jan. 14
• Mt. Hood Community College, Jan. 24
• Portland Community College – SE Campus, Jan. 15
• Warner Pacific College, Jan. 17
College Goal Oregon is sponsored by the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion and is a part of the national College Goal Sunday program to help students access millions of available financial aid dollars.
Open house to showcase PCS
You are invited to Portland Christian Schools’ Open House Sunday, Jan. 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the Market Street campus, located at 11845 S.E. Market St., to learn about preschool and elementary programs. Stop by the San Rafael campus at 12425 N.E. San Rafael St. for an introduction to the junior high, highschool, and international student programs. For further information, please call 503-256-3960 or check out the website at www.pcschools.org.
Start the new year in a new school
Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool, 11560 S.E. Market St., has room for your 3-or 4-year-old in its play-based program. Begin the new year by enrolling your child now. Schedule an informational tour at 503-256-1835 or learn more at glcportland.org/preschool or Facebook.com/GethsemaneLutheranPreschool.
College day will prepare students, inform parents
Join presentations led by college experts from Princeton Review and college admissions counselors Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Portland Christian High School, 12425 N.E. San Rafael St. Learn about the SAT and the ACT, the college application process, financial aid and scholarships, collegiate athletics, public and private universities, as well asabout the PCHS programs that prepare students for their college futures.
SENIOR RESOURCES
Explore Tickle Creek in Sandy
A hike along Tickle Creek is an out-and-back two-mile walk under a canopy of old growth cedar, some fir and big leaf maple. The trail is wide, partly asphalt but mostly pea gravel.
Join Gresham Senior Hiking-Outdoor Group Thursday, Jan 15 on this easy walk that includes crossing three bridges with busy streams. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather. After the hike, return to Gresham to eat lunch at the home of a group member. She will serve brownies and ice cream. After lunch, take a walk down to the nearby wetland and pond to walk the cedar greenway for another mile or two.
The group departs Ambleside Center, 600 N.E. 8th Ave. in Gresham at 10 a.m. A donation of $2 will be accepted for carpool drivers.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS
The Argay Neighborhood Association holds its next general membership meeting Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Fire Station No. 2, 4800 N.E. 122nd Ave. Topics include a Beech Park update and its planning process, removal of the extension of Northeast Fremont to 148th Avenue from the city’s long-range plans, recent developments and current status of the Castlegate Apartments development at the east end of Rose Parkway and a need for input to the proposed changes to the city’s 2035 Comprehensive Plan. Individual neighbor comments can make all the difference and end future apartment development in Argay Terrace, according to ANA land-use chair Al Brown.
LIBRARIES
The Everybody Reads 2015 selection is “The Residue Years” by Mitchell S. Jackson. Everybody Reads, a community reading project of Multnomah County Library, runs January through March 10 and is made possible in part by The Library Foundation, with author appearance made possible by Literary Arts. Programming support is also made possible in part by Pamplin Media Group, Oregon Public Broadcasting, Portland State University and Portland Community College.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 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 from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. except Jan. 1.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. except Jan. 1.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. except Jan. 2.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. except Jan. 2.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. except Jan. 3.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Long Winter Knights: What did the passage of seasons mean to people in the middle ages? How did they survive and what did they celebrate? Learn about these subjects and more with Knights of Veritas. Subjects include how warfare changed during the winter months, the traditions and festivals that marked the passage of time and what the change in seasons meant for the common people during long winter nights. Saturday Jan. 31 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Legos at the Library: Bring your mad Lego skills to the library and let your imagination flow. Each time, participants will build a new structure to put on display. Bricks and supplies provided. Donations welcome. For kids ages 5 to 11. Tuesday, Jan. 6 from 4 p.m. to 5 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. Thursdays, Jan. 8 and 22 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from Pet Partners. Registration is required; call 503-988-5386. Saturday, Jan. 10 from 11 a.m. to noon.
A Good Yarn: 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 from 6 p.m. 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 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “The Hemingses of Monticello: An American Family” by Annette Gordon-Reed. Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Monday, Jan. 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to noon except Jan. 19.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon except Jan. 2.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Mondays from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. except Jan. 19 and Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 2 to 7 years with adult. Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. except Jan. 1.
Black Storytime: The African and African American experience comes alive for children from birth to 6 years (with a favorite adult and other family members). Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to noon except Jan. 3.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. except Jan. 4.
Russian Storytime: Storytime presented in Russian for children newborn to 6 years with adult. Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.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 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. except Jan. 1.
Chess at the Library: Have fun playing chess or Chinese chess. The library provides the chess equipment. All ages welcome. Saturdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. except Jan. 3.
Sock Snowman: Get crafty and make a friendly snowman base out of a white sock; then decorate him (or her) with buttons, beads and other trimmings. Like snowflakes, each snowman will be unique. Saturday, Jan. 24 from noon to 1:15 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. Mondays, Jan. 5, 12 and 26 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog from Pet Partners. Registration is required; call 503-988-5386. Saturdays, Jan. 10 and 24 from noon to 2 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 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Saturdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Health Insurance Information and Enrollment Assistance: Open enrollment for health insurance is from now to Feb. 15. If you have questions about the application and enrollment process, visit the library to get them answered. Interpreters are available upon request. In partnership with the Multnomah County Health Department. Registration is required; call 503-988-5392. Wednesdays, Jan. 7 and 21 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
A Pet a Day Keeps the Doctor Away: You always felt better with Fluffy around, but did you know that it’s a proven fact that pets provide numerous health benefits? This presentation will explore the research behind this phenomenon, and the growing field of human-animal interactions. Made possible by The Library Foundation. Saturday, Jan. 17 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in conversation about books and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Read “The Bear Went Over the Mountain” by William Kotzwinkle for discussion Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Read “The Art of Hearing Heartbeats” by Jan-Philipp Sendker for discussion Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
English Classes: Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration is required. For more information, call 503-988-6318. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 21 and Thursdays beginning Jan. 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Assistance in Vietnamese and Chinese is available; assistance in Russian is available from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.) and Fridays from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. .
E-books & Audiobooks – Hands-on Help: Got an e-reader? Like to read on your tablet? Want to read or listen to a book on your phone or iPod? Drop in for one-on-one help. Please bring your device and any other equipment you need to download and/or transfer. Made possible in part by The Library Foundation. Fridays from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
TechnoHosts: Friendly, trained TechnoHost volunteers can help you with basic computer issues. Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Try Your Hand at iPad: Learn to use your new iPad. Please bring your own iPad, fully charged. Sundays, Jan. 4 and 11 from noon to 2 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Meet the Computer: Never tried a computer before? In this two-session course, you will learn the very basics of using a computer, a keyboard and a mouse. Mondays, Jan. 5 and 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Android Tablet Essentials: Learn to use your new Android tablet. Please bring your own tablet, fully charged. You must have a Google or Gmail account in order to participate. Sundays, Jan. 18 and 25 from noon to 2 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Introduction to Computers: In this fun, hands-on, four-session course, you will learn basic computer skills. This course is ideal for someone who has a little experience with the computer but wants to know more. Mondays, Jan. 26 through Feb. 23 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. except Feb. 16. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
