We offer the Memo Calendar to you to publicize events open to the community at large. When sending submissions, please include details that apply and a contact name and phone number or email address. Submissions for June are due Sunday, May 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.

MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES and CELEBRATIONS

Party time set for school employees annual benefit
The 5th Annual Classified Aid Benefit is set for Friday, May 6 from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Russellville Grange, 12100 N.E. Prescott St. In benefit for Parkrose School district classified employees—non teachers. For a $5 advance ticket—$10 at the door two bands perform, free raffles, auction items, and a room full of Parkrose community members dancing the night away. Tickets are available at any Parkrose school and in the admin office. All proceeds benefit Parkrose’s Classified Assistance Fund. Dinner is for sale, courtesy of the Water Polo Boosters. This is a 21 and over event.

Gateway Action Plan Open House date set
The Portland Development Commission invites the public to an Open House to discuss the Gateway Action Plan Wednesday, May 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization, 10301 N.E. Glisan St.

The Plan focuses on creating a vibrant, mixed-use regional center by using a geographic approach to tailored investment in three areas: The Halsey/Weidler Business District, Gateway Transit Center and Central Gateway.

Actions are designed to facilitate the employment, housing, and/or commercial activities best suited to each area for long-term benefit to the residents of east Portland, according to the PDC.

PDC says that input and direction on the Action Plan framework from the public is critical to its success.

A child activity area is available for families in the meeting room. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

Nature Fair explores pollinators
Bring the family to Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., Saturday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn all about Pacific Northwest pollinators such as bees, butterflies, beetles and more. You’ll find Audubon’s education birds, interactive booths, arts and craft activities, slug races, a scavenger hunt, nature walks, music and even 25-cent ice cream cones. Visit partner booths, including Audubon Society of Portland, Zenger Farm, Portland Parks & Recreation environmental education program, Friends of Outdoor School, Brookside Farms and Gardens and Johnson Creek Watershed Council. Great for kids of all ages. Sponsored by Pacific Northwest Federal Credit Union.

This is a free event.

For more information, visit leachgarden.org or call 503-823-1671.

Explore the Columbia Slough watershed

Bring the whole family to Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave., for Evening Canoe the Slough, Thursday, May 26, from 5 to 8 p.m. It is a safe and fun canoe trip on the slow-moving Columbia Slough. STAFF/2014

Bring the whole family to Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave., for Evening Canoe the Slough, Thursday, May 26, from 5 to 8 p.m. It is a safe and fun canoe trip on the slow-moving Columbia Slough.
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The public is invited to bike the Columbia South Shore Well Field Saturday, May 21, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Experts from the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council will lead this 16-mile trip on easy terrain. Learn about the safety, functionality and history of Portland’s underground drinking water system, which supplements the main supply from Bull Run. Helmets required; light refreshments provided; recommended for ages 12+. Meet at Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station, 9920 N.E. Cascades Parkway This is a free event, but please preregister at columbiaslough.org.

Families will enjoy a view of the Columbia Slough like no other on Saturday, May 26, in shifts from 5 to 8 p.m. Launch from Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave. Infants to grandparents will enjoy this safe and fun canoe trip on the slow-moving Columbia Slough. Some canoes set up in a “bimaran” configuration, safe for new paddlers, are available. Families may also borrow regular canoes and kayaks during the 7 p.m. hour; this is limited to supply on hand. If you are interested in kayaks, indicate that in the comments section of your registration and staff will check on availability and get back to you. Canoes, lifejackets and paddles provided. $5-8/person, $15-20/family suggested donation. Preregistration is required at columbiaslough.org.

Fair features information, kid’s activities and lunch
The Hazelwood Community Fair is Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 12414 East Burnside St.

Enjoy free snacks and lunch while learning about available housing programs, jobs, health and nutrition, yard and garden care and energy savings. Take advantage of free bike repairs. Kids will enjoy face painting, games and activities.

Cruise-In to historic Parkrose landmark

The annual Jim Dandy Cruise-In is Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 9626 N.E. Sandy Blvd. STAFF/2005

The annual Jim Dandy Cruise-In is Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 9626 N.E. Sandy Blvd.
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The annual Jim Dandy Cruise-In is Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Produced by the Road Knights Car Club, a Multnomah Hot Rod Council member, the open event has a $10 registration fee for entrants, which includes a dash plaque and show awards. Organizers said they expect more than one hundred classic cars. In addition, a raffle and music livens up the classic car museum for a day. Jim Dandy is in Parkrose at 9626 N.E. Sandy Blvd. For more information, call 503-668-0941 or 919-9038.

Building community through the arts, food and fun
Community Care Festivals presents the 2016 Spring Festival in the gym at IRCO, 10301 N.E. Glisan St., Saturday, May 28, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

This is a free event offering lunch, activities, information about available summer activities, blood pressure screenings, lead testing and vision exams.

Learn about area parks, farmer’s markets and community centers.

PHC Northwest marks affordable housing complex opening
Portland Habilitation Center Northwest staff invites the public to a celebration of the grand opening of Fern Grove, a new affordable apartment complex on Northeast 143rd and East Burnside Street in the Hazelwood neighborhood. All 33 units are three-bedroom flats and townhouses for households of three to seven people.

Enjoy refreshments, take a tour and plant a celebratory fern in their fern grove.

The event is set for Thursday, June 2, at 10 a.m. in the Fern Grove Community Room, 14232 E. Burnside St.

For more information, contact PHC Northwest at 503-261-1266.

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UPS

Divest your clutter and junk: two spring clean-ups in May

The Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association holds its annual cleanup Saturday, May 14, at Shaver Elementary School, 3701 N.E. 131st Place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. STAFF/2015

The Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association holds its annual cleanup Saturday, May 14, at Shaver Elementary School, 3701 N.E. 131st Place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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There are a few more spring clean-ups in our area this month. They are organized and hosted by neighborhood associations with volunteer crews on hand to make your trip quick and easy. Here are clean-up dates and locations in our area:

• Saturday, May 7, TriMet Park & Ride lot at Southeast 122nd Avenue and East Burnside Street organized by the Hazelwood Neighborhood Association and Parkrose Heights Assn. of Neighbors.

• Saturday, May 14, Shaver Elementary School, 3701 N.E. 131st Place, organized by Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association.

These events begin at 9 a.m. and last until 1 p.m. or until drop boxes are full. Accepted materials at clean-up events vary, but most will accept furniture, mattresses, appliances, scrap metal and household goods and yard debris. Tires and electronics will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each drop site will have a re-use and repurpose area for items that are clean and in good condition. Visit argay.org, or epno.org for more information.

Restrictions:

•  No kitchen garbage accepted
•  No sod, roofing or construction debris accepted
•  No flooring: vinyl tiles, vinyl sheet, mastic
•  No walls: plaster, decorative plaster
•  No siding: cement siding shingles, Transite or other asbestos products
•  No ceilings: acoustical tiles, popcorn and spray-on texture
• No insulation: spray-applied, blown-in, vermiculite
•  No pipe, HVAC and lagging
•  No electrical: wire insulation, panel partitions
•  No fire doors, fire brick, fire proofing
• No animal, commercial or hazardous waste accepted
• No waste or recyclables collected curbside accepted

A donation of $10 per passenger car load or $20 per pickup load is suggested.

CLASSES and WORKSHOPS

Be inspired by wildlife
Artist Kellee Beaudry is the guest instructor for Portland Fine Arts Guild art classes this month.

Classes meet Mondays, May 2, 9 and 16, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave.

Beaudry will guide student artists through conceptualization and composition of wildlife painting. She requests that students come prepared with an idea of what creatures they would like to paint. Students will develop creative ways of executing that vision by utilizing acrylic as well as incorporating other materials.

Class fee for guild members is $15 per class; non-members pay $20. Drop ins welcome. Registration is not required.

Find the materials list and more information at portlandfineartsguild.org.

Weeds—we all have them
Learn to identify the most common garden and landscape weeds along with some of the other more notorious plant invaders of the region at this urban weeds workshop Tuesday, May 3, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave. A presenter will walk you through how these aggressive plants take over in your yard and provide some simple yet effective tips that will help you get the upper hand without turning to synthetic herbicides.

This workshop is presented by East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District and hosted by the Columbia Slough Watershed Council.

Visit columbiaslough.org to learn more.

Natural disasters happen—be ready
Portland is at risk from earthquakes, floods, landslides and other natural hazards. Fortunately, there are actions we can take before disaster strikes to reduce the potential for harm to our homes and businesses.

The Portland Bureau of Emergency Management invites you to attend a workshop Tuesday, May 10, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at David Douglas High, 1001 S.E. 135th Ave. Learn about the Portland Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan—a strategy to lessen the negative effects of natural hazards on our community. PBEM representatives want to talk to you about hazards in your neighborhood and get your ideas on projects to lessen their impact.

For more info, visit portlandoregon.gov/pbem/naturalhazard or contact NHMP@portlandoregon.gov.

FUNDRAISERS

Support Bronco basketball
Make plans now to attend the inaugural Parkrose High Alumni Basketball Game Friday, May 6, at 7 p.m. in the Aldo Rossi Field House at PHS, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Rosters are set, but the bleachers need to be filled. Tickets will be available at the door. Funds raised will be in support of the boys basketball program. The team went to state this year for the first time in a quarter century. Your support will help build on that success.

Organizers Travis Richardson and Eli Graham hope to make this an annual event.

First Saturday is Boosters’ can and bottle day
Parkrose Bronco Boosters and an assortment of student volunteers will be at the ready from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. when you pull into the Parkrose Middle School turnaround, 11800 N.E. Shaver St., Saturday, May 7, with a trunk load of returnable bottles and cans. They will happily relieve you of the responsibility of taking them to a recycle center.

Grow your garden
April showers bring May flowers to the 25th annual Plant Sale with The Salvation Army Gresham Corps, just in time for Mother’s Day, Saturday, May 7, from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. at East Hill Church, 701 N. Main Ave., in Gresham.

Take advantage of the low prices on high-quality local nursery stock, including trees and shrubs like hydrangeas, lilacs and more for decorative landscaping. There will also be several onsite plant spets at the sale to answer any questions you may have. All plants are donated from local nurseries, so the selection will be great. The money raised supports the operations of the Gresham Corps and Family Services.

For more information on the plant sale, contact Marcia McQuade at 503-661-8972 x207.

Species for pollinators and native plants for sale
The annual Villa Garden Club spring plant sale is Saturday, May 7, at Parkrose Community Church, 12505 N. E. Halsey St., from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Browse the native plant table, discover lots of perennials that attract pollinators and choose from a wide selection of planters filled with succulents just in time for Mother’s Day.

Folks knowledgeable about pollinators, bees in particular, will be on hand to answer questions.

A holding area and carry-out service are available, so don’t be afraid to load up on new and interesting plants for your garden.

Shop for fuchsias from experts
The annual Oregon Fuchsia Society plant sale is Saturday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Fabric Depot parking lot, Southeast 122nd Avenue and Stark Street.

Browse hardy fuchsias, trailing baskets and magellanica and triphylla types.

Yum! Pancakes and eggs for breakfast
The 55th annual Montavilla Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast is Sunday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Columbia Christian School, Johnson Center, at Northeast 92nd Avenue between Glisan and Burnside streets. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, ham, coffee, juice and milk. Tickets are $5 each or $15 per family. Funds raised support SnowCap, Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp for Disabled Children and Tabor Villa Little League.

Tickets at the door or contact John Lewis at 503-987-1816.

Stock up on books for summer reading
Resurrection Lutheran Church, 1700 N.E. 132nd Ave., is holding its annual book sale Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You’ll find books, puzzles, games, things for kids, CDs and DVDs at great prices. If you have questions, contact Jerry Sharpe at jerrydclown@hotmail.com.

CLUBS and ORGANIZATIONS

Tour lovely area gardens
It is garden tour time for Villa Garden Club. Following the May 26 meeting beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Savage Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1740 S. E. 139th Ave., you are invited to tour the gardens of three Villa Garden Club members. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and dessert will be served. Car pools will be organized for the garden tours. For more information, call Chris McClure at 503-489-5437.

GIVING BACK

Host families needed
Every June, families in the David Douglas community host students from Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Many love the experience and make it a yearly tradition. The visiting high school students are talented musicians and dancers who participate in Rose Festival events. This year, host families are needed June 8–14. Minimum requirements are sleeping for two (one double bed or two singles), morning and evening meals and transportation to and from the Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. Two students stay in each host home. Hosting families receive tickets for a variety of events and performances. For more information, please contact Chi-Chao Chen, the host family coordinator, at 503-524-4509 or chicchen@yahoo.com

Family Center needs food donations
The Human Solutions Family Center is seeking donations of food from the community to help feed families in emergency shelter. Human Solutions provides three meals per day to families who are experiencing homelessness and seek a warm, safe place to sleep at the Family Center, which has room for 130 adults and children per night. Dinner is served each night at 7 p.m., and there is an urgent need for hot meals. The Family Center is open year-round, 24 hours per day—the first such family shelter in Multnomah County. During the month of April, an average of 118 people sought shelter each night. Human Solutions relies on donations to feed families and keep the center’s shelves stocked with basic necessities such as blankets, towels, pillows, toiletries and diapers. Community groups, individuals and businesses are invited to provide an entire night’s meal or combine resources to provide a meal. Those interested in donating may contact Sara Fisher at 503-548-0283 or sfisher@humansolutions.org.

THE ARTS

Student art show opens soon
The opening reception for the David Douglas High School Student Art Show is from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12. Please join the students and art department staff for light refreshments and a wonderful display of work. Artworks will be on display May 10–24 in the south high school breezeway, 1500 S.E. 130th Ave. Visitors are encouraged to stop by to enjoy all of the students’ hard work and talent.

Music celebrates Memorial Day

Enjoy a free performance by Portland Metro Concert Band this month. COURTESY JOHN KUTASZ

Enjoy a free performance by Portland Metro Concert Band this month.
COURTESY JOHN KUTASZ

Portland Metro Concert Band offers a free concert Friday, May 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the David Douglas Howard Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. In recognition of Memorial Day, the band will play the Carmen Dragon arrangement of “America the Beautiful” and “Armed Forces—Pride of America,” a medley celebrating each of the branches of the Armed Forces. Other highlights will be “The Four Hornsmen,” a French horn quartet with band accompaniment; “Salute to Bob Hope,” featuring tunes associated with Hope’s radio program and movies; “Amazing Grace”; and the Sousa march “Sound Off.”

 

Creative arts summer camp
The GREAT thou ART Camp is a new art camp for children ages 6 to 12 to discover the creative arts and the creative artist within themselves. Camp days are Monday, June 20 through Friday, June 24, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 17405 N.E. Glisan St.—next door to Nadaka Nature Park.

No matter who we are or where we are from, a great artist lives within each of us. Using the old nature legend “The Green Man,” told by professional storyteller Anne Rutherford, the GREAT thou ART Camp will work with Mother Nature herself to combine found flora and objects with traditional art media via visual arts, sculpture, fiber arts, dance, music and more. Professional artists from the area will be on hand at the camp.

The GREAT thou ART Camp is the creation of Esme Culver, who says, “It is my dream that we can establish a camp that will not only offer our children the opportunity to explore and interpret love of nature via the arts but also instill a love of the earth and all its creative beauty within their hearts for life.”

To register for the GREAT thou ART Camp, send an email to LindaCarol McKinlay, registrar, at registrar.staidans@gmail.com, call 503-252-6128 or learn more at staidans-gresham.org.

Registration open for summer music camp
For the 10th summer, Parkrose United Methodist Church is offering a music and drama camp to young people entering grades 3 through 8. The camp is under the direction of talented music instructors Molly Fazio, from Floyd Light Middle School, and Lesley Bossert, from Parkrose High School. The camp fee is $50. Scholarships and family prices are available on the basis of financial need. The camp will be held Aug. 1–5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A family barbeque is set for Friday, Aug. 5, at 5 p.m., followed by a performance at 6 p.m. For more information and to receive a registration form, contact Jan Schmidt at schmidt6011@comcast.net. Space is limited to 40 campers. PUMC is located at 11111 N.E. Knott St.

EDUCATION

Preschool openings available
Gethsemane Lutheran Church has room for your preschooler in 2016–17 classes and registration is happening now. Located in Southeast Portland for more than 50 years at 11560 S.E. Market St., the big pyramid church. Set up a tour at 503-256-1835. Gethsemane offers play-based preschool programs for 3- and 4-year-olds that meet Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Find more on Facebook or on the web at glcportland.org/preschool.

FAITH and VALUES

Local church to host day of prayer
Celebrate a National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 5, from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Woodland Park Baptist Church, 11375 N.E. Halsey St.

Gospel comes to Parkrose
The Gresham Community Choir brings a gospel revival show to Faithful Savior Lutheran Church, 11100 N.E. Skidmore St., Thursday, May 26, beginning at 7 p.m.

Donations will be accepted in support of the Faithful Savior annual Family Fun Day in August. The event offers pony rides, face painting and activities along with free school supplies, clothing, books and more.

To learn more, contact Sue Frymark at slfrymark@comcast.net or 503-255-4133.

LIBRARIES

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.

FOR FAMILIES
Book Babies: Storytime for children ages newborn to 12 months with adult. Mondays through May 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Tiny Tots: Storytime for children ages 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays through May 24 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children ages 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children ages 3 to 6 years with adult. Mondays through May 23 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and Tuesdays through May 24 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.

STEAM Storytime: Storytime for children ages 2 to 6 years with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) added. Thursdays through May 19 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Black Storytime: The African and African American experience comes alive for children ages newborn to 6 years with a favorite adult and other family member. Saturdays through May 21 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with a favorite adult and other family member. Saturdays from 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult.

Sundays from 1 to 1:45 p.m., except May 8.

Russian Storytime: Storytime presented in Russian for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m., except May 10.

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.

Chess at the Library: Have fun playing chess or Chinese chess. Libraries have the chess equipment. All ages welcome. Saturdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Drawing a Spring Tale: Join artist Liya Kot in reading Russian tales and then learning to draw your favorite characters. Taught in Russian. Tuesday, May 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Igbo Masquerade: Nzuko Ndi Igbo is the cultural organization of the Igbo people of Nigeria living in Oregon and SW Washington. Enjoy their drumming, flute playing and dancing demonstrations. Saturday, May 14, from noon to 12:45 p.m.

The Children’s Music Show: Micah and Me performs all the young children’s hit songs, plus their own originals, like “Dump Truck.” Sunday, May 22, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Children’s Folk Songs from the Rural South: Newel Briggs sings old slave songs accompanied by his guitar, mandolin and banjo. Saturday, May 28, from noon to 12:45 p.m.

Teen Council: Teen Council empowers teens to improve the library and the community. E-mail karensatmultco.us for more information. Mondays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m., except May 30.

Create Your Own Beaded Bracelet: Make an adjustable bracelet. For teens in grades 6–12. Monday, May 2, from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m.

Legos at the Library: Bring your mad Lego skills to the library and let your imagination flow. For kids ages 5 to 11.

Monday, May 2, from 4:15 to 5 p.m.

Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from Pet Partners®. Registration required; call 503-988-5392. Saturdays, May 14 and 28, from noon to 2 p.m.

FOR ADULTS
Language Exchange: Engage in conversation with English speakers who want to practice Spanish, as well as with Spanish speakers who want to practice English. Sundays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

English Classes: Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 2:30 p.m., except May 30; Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 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 p.m.

Native Plant Workshop: Discover Portland’s most common native plant communities, learn which species do well together and get tips to help them thrive. Registration required; register online at bit.ly/1RCmcMd. Sunday, May 1, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Portland Brew Stories—Portland Beer History: Explore Portland’s beer history with an emphasis on the elements that led to Portland becoming the center of the craft beer world. Made possible by The National Endowment for the Humanities Fund of the Library Foundation. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 7, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Voice Your Vote: Join Multnomah County Elections to learn how to register to vote in Multnomah County and receive and return your ballot. Wednesday, May 11, from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month—The Untold Story: Chinese American History in Oregon: Helen L. Ying will take you down the historical lane of the Pendleton Chinese community. Made possible by the Oregon Historical Society. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 14, from 2 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 Whip” by Karen Kondazian. Tuesday, May 17, from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Read “Stoner” by John Williams. Wednesday, May 18, from 1 to 2:15 p.m.

Seismic Retrofitting: Learn the basics of how to install a seismic retrofit, whether it’s something you think you’d like to do yourself or you just want to understand the basic principles. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 21, from 10:30 am to 12:30 p.m.

Film Screening— “Latino Americans: Peril and Promise”: Examine Latino influence on American culture and the debate over undocumented immigrants. A post-film discussion will be led by Octaviano Merecias-Cuevas. “Latino Americans: 500 Years of History” has been made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. Saturday, May 21, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Vietnamese Earthquake Preparedness: Learn what to do before, during and after an earthquake. Program conducted in Vietnamese. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, May 29, from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

COMPUTER CLASSES
TechnoHosts: Trained volunteers can help you with basic computer issues. Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 3 to 5 p.m.

Computer Help: Volunteers provide assistance with basic computer functions. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. with assistance in Vietnamese also available. Russian assistance available from 5 to 6 p.m. Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m. with assistance in Chinese also available.

E-books and Audiobooks—Hands-On Help: Bring your device and drop in for one-on-one help. Fridays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

iPad Part 1: Learn the basic layout of your iPad, settings, apps and more. Please bring your own iPad, fully charged. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sundays, May 15 and 22, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Introduction to Computers: In this fun, hands-on, four-session course, you will learn basic Windows-based computer skills. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesdays, May 17 to June 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

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.

FOR FAMILIES
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children ages 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Book Babies: Storytime for children ages newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children ages 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children ages 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Family Storytime: Storytime for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Legos at the Library: Bring your mad Lego skills to the library and let your imagination flow. Bricks and supplies provided. Donations welcome. For kids ages 5 to 11. Friday, May 6, from 4 to 5 p.m.

DIY Putty, Slime and Stress Balls: Relieve stress and tension with your own handmade putty, slime and stress balls. You’ll use a variety of materials to create different sensory experiences to keep your hands occupied in class, unwind after a tough day, or just have fun. Saturday, May 7, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

FOR ADULTS
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 to 7:30 p.m.

Vietnamese Language Exchange: Practice Vietnamese or English and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in English and half in Vietnamese. Beginners welcome. Saturdays from 3 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. Saturdays from 4 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 to 2 p.m.

Vietnamese Earthquake Preparedness: Learn what to do before, during and after an earthquake. Discussions will include how to make a family plan, how to build an emergency kit, what items should be included and the proper way to store it. Program conducted in Vietnamese. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, May 1, from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Pageturners Book Group: Read “An American Childhood” by Annie Dillard. Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Monday, May 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Paint Your Own O’Keeffe: You needn’t have painting experience to emulate techniques of the masters, especially the clean lines and bold colors of modern art. Georgia O’Keeffe upends the traditional still life with her vibrant flower paintings. In this guided workshop, learn how to paint with complementary colors, rich shadows and dramatic perspective to create your own version of O’Keeffe’s famous flowers. Leave with a completed 11×14-inch canvas and introductory skills in acrylic painting. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.

Monday, May 23, from 3-5 p.m.

COMPUTER CLASSES
Computer Help: Friendly, patient lab assistants are available to help you practice your computer skills. Wednesdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Vietnamese Computer Help: Library volunteers provide one-on-one assistance with basic computer functions like setting up emails and filling out online forms and applications. Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Securely Shop, Surf and Socialize Online: You’re online now, but how do you know if you’re safe? This class is an introduction to online safety. This class is for beginners, but you must be comfortable using a web browser and navigating websites. Registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, May 4, from 1 to 3 p.m.