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Music students support PMS Sparrow
Parkrose High Jazz Express will perform at the Russellville Grange Hall, 12100 N.E. Prescott St., on Monday, April 23 at 7 p.m. The event is being hosted by the PHS Tri-M Music Honor Society in support of the Parkrose Middle School Sparrow Program. The PMS Sparrow is Felicia Seery who was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in 2010. Tickets are $5 at the door.
Michael Allen Harrison concert to benefit homeless families
Noted Portland pianist Michael Allen Harrison will perform a benefit concert for Human Solutions at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 26 St. Matthew's Episcopal at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 11229 N.E. Prescott St.
Donations collected at the concert will benefit Human Solutions' Daybreak Shelter for Homeless Families, a 15-bed shelter that operates year-round and accommodates between four and eight homeless families at one time. The Daybreak Shelter is supported by a network of 28 churches and synagogues located throughout Multnomah County.
Admission to the concert is free and open to the public. Donations to support the Daybreak Shelter will be accepted during the event.
Michael Allen Harrison is a native of Portland's Parkrose neighborhood and has been a fixture on the Portland music scene for about 25 years. He founded The Snowman Foundation in 1999 to support and promote music education among young people, and is well known for his ongoing support of numerous local nonprofits.
For more information on the concert, please contact Sara Fisher at 503-548-0253 or sfisher@humansolutions.org.
Human Solutions helps homeless and low-income families and individuals in East Portland and East Multnomah County achieve long-term stability. The agency's four key program areas are shelter and housing for homeless families, long-term affordable housing, employment and economic development, and safety net services such as rent and utility assistance. For more information, visit humansolutions.org.
Support Scots golf
The 30th annual David Douglas Scramble Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 28 at Glendoveer Golf Course. Entry fee is $60 and includes green fees, food, refreshments, and prizes. All proceeds go to the David Douglas boy's golf team. Tee times are from 8 to 11 a.m. Entry forms are available at the high school north and south building offices and at the district office. If you have any questions, please contact Stan Woodfill at 503-261-8312, or Tyler Satterthwaite at 503-261-8261.
It's party time in Parkrose
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| Parkrose Educational Foundation auction chair, Allison Newman-Woods leads a conga line at the conclusion of the 2011 dinner and auction. Buy your tickets now so you too can dance the night away in support of Parkrose students. Mid-county Memo photo/Tim Curran |
The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres, champagne and a silent auction. Guests will then file into the ballroom for a dinner that includes complimentary wine and the oral auction. The evening will also include a wall of wine, a special raffle, an exciting game of heads or tails-you must come to learn what that's all about-and a dessert dash.
Auction guests will bid on gift baskets, items crafted by students, restaurant gift cards, a vacation stay at cabin at the Point No Point lighthouse in Washington, a tour and tasting at a local vineyard, a Disneyland vacation and much, much more.
Tickets are available now in the schools or online at parkroseedfdn.org. Tickets are $45 per person. Better yet, round up a group of eight, buy a table and celebrate Parkrose students.
Casino night at The Grotto
Saturday, April 28 is Monte Carlo Night at The Grotto, Northeast 85th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard. The evening of fun and prizes begins at 6 p.m.
Monte Carlo Night allows Grotto supporters to play casino style games with imitation money that is traded for raffle tickets at the end of the evening.
The $40 per person admission fee includes food, one drink and $40 in funny money. Guests must be 21 or older. Register at 503-254-7371, or thegrotto.org.
Cinco de Mayo night funds scholarships
Join the fun at David Douglas High School on Friday, May 4 as the PTSA gets a jump on Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
Authentic Mexican cuisine will be served at $5 per plate in the South Cafeteria from 6 to 9 p.m. Play bingo and make crafts in support of the DDHS PTSA scholarship program.
Contribute to a field of dreams
The Madison Stadium Project at Madison High School is raising funds to turf the football, baseball and soccer fields, add a new track surface, and upgrade baseball and stadium facilities. Once completed, Madison will have the first artificial turf field in Northeast Portland. Nine high school teams, three youth football teams, and community athletics including youth and adult soccer and adult football leagues, as well as football and soccer camps will use the new fields.
Nike, the city of Portland, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland have made major contributions to the project but donations are still needed. If sufficient donations are received by mid-May the football field could be ready this fall. Please send checks to Madison Stadium Project, 2735 N.E. 82nd Ave, Portland 97220. Contact coach Adam Skyles for more information at 503 916-5220 ext. 79282.
REUNIONS
PHS class of 1952
The Parkrose High class of 1952 60-year reunion is Thursday, August 16. An afternoon luncheon is planned on the patio of Ringside East, 14021 N.E. Glisan St. To learn more contact Sam Sorensen at 503-253-8131 or samsorensen258@yahoo.com.
PHS class of 1969
The Parkrose High class of 1969 meets for lunch on the second Wednesday of each month. A new location is chosen monthly. On Wednesday, April 11, classmates will gather from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, 206 S.W. Morrison St. This is a no host event. No reservations are needed, simply show up and join the fun. Watch for postings on the Parkrose Class of 69 Facebook page and the Parkrose High Alumni Association Facebook page.
THE ARTS
Witness the competitive art of performance poetry
Madison High School library will host its 8th annual Poetry Slam on Wednesday April 11 at 6:30 p.m. Competitors are given three minutes to present an original poem. No props or music are allowed. Winners will advance to Verslandia, the all-Portland High School Slam.
Admission is free. Madison High School is located at 2735 N.E. 82nd Ave. For more information, contact school librarian Nancy Sullivan at 503 916-5220 ext. 79277
Spend an evening enjoying music and art
Portland Chamber Music will perform at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 11229 N.E. Prescott St., on Friday, April 20 at 7 p.m. This relaxed, family-friendly concert features both classical and contemporary works played on piano, clarinet, violin and viola. This month's concert will include music by Gershwin, Schubert, the Beatles, and the Foo Fighters, among others.
The evening will include a display of oil paintings created by local artist Marlana Stoddard-Hayes. The concert and art show are free but donations for the music are gratefully accepted. Refreshments will be served.
Lucy Maud Montgomery novel set to music
Portland Christian High School students will perform “Anne of Green Gables” on April 26, 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m., and April 29 at 2 p.m. on the Secondary Campus, 12425 N.E. San Rafael St. Presenters describe the musical as a “heart-warming story that affirms the power of love, optimism and affection, when life in a small town gets a big shake up in the form of one precocious and most charming orphan girl named Anne. The hearts of the stoic are melted, and the patience of the adamant is tried as Anne's imaginative mind brings adventure and merriment galore to the townspeople of Avonlea.”
For ticket information, please call 503-256-3960.
Enjoy painting landscapes
Susan Scheewe Brown is the Portland Fine Arts Guild guest instructor this month. Classes are Monday, April 2, 9 and 16 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Russellville Grange Hall, 12105 N.E. Prescott St. Artists of all skill levels are invited to these classes. Learn to create depth in your painting with layers. Brown will demonstrate techniques to create easy trees, foliage, rocks and splash. You can paint along with her demo as a reference or bring your own picture to paint. The fee is $12 per class for guild members, $15 per class for non-members.
There is plenty of free parking at the Grange Hall. Bring your lunch or visit one of several fast food restaurants within walking distance. Light refreshments are available for a small donation. Please come early and stay late to help setup or cleanup the classroom area.
Fresh, humorous take on a familiar tale
Ogres, fairies, music and mayhem will grace the stage at Parkrose High, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., when theatre students present “Sleeping Beauty” on May 3, 4, 10 and 11 at 7 p.m. The whole family will delight in this fantastical version of a classic fairy tale as envisioned by Rufus Norris.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for seniors 65 and over and students 18 and under. Email theater instructor Zena at zena@parkrose.k12.or.us or find Parkrose High School Theatre on Facebook to learn more.
EVENTS and ACTIVITIES
Bunny bonanza candy egg hunt
Bring the family to Blue Lake Regional Park, Northeast 223rd Avenue between Marine Drive and Sandy Boulevard, on Saturday, April 7 for a candy egg hunt from 10 a.m. until noon. Rain or shine, kids ages 4 years and younger begin searching at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 to 10 years join them at 10:45 a.m. There will be face painting and coloring activities under covered shelters. A parking fee of $5 per car or $7 per bus is charged at the park entrance. Admittance is free with an annual pass. For more information, call 503-665-4995 option 0.
Tadpole Tales for kids
Children aged 3 to 5 with their parents are invited to a short story and guided nature walk at Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave., on Wednesdays in April from 10 to 11 a.m. Watch birds fly overhead, search for hidden animal homes, and learn about local trees and flowers. Pre-registration is requested at 503-956-8558 or intern@columbiaslough.org. A donation of $3 per child is suggested.
Unlock the mysteries of a local wetland
Join the Columbia Slough Watershed Council and local experts for Wetlands 101 at Whitaker Ponds Nature Park, 7040 N.E. 47th Ave., on Saturday, April 7 from 8:45 a.m. until 1 p.m. This is a hands-on workshop about everyone's favorite muddy, wet, and wildlife-rich places. Learn about what makes a wetland a wetland and why they are so important in the urban environment. Tour a wetland mitigation site, dig a soil horizon pit, and survey wetland wildlife. The workshop is suitable for adults and teens 14 and older. Pre-registration required at columbiaslough.org. A donation of $5 per child is suggested.
Become a frog hunter
Bring the whole family to the Columbia Slough Water Quality Facility, 19595 N.E. Sandy Blvd., on Wednesday, April 11 from 5 to 6 p.m. in search of cold, slimy, and fun frogs. Learn about a frog's life cycle and use a net to hunt for amphibians in the water. This slough adventure is recommended for kids aged 4 and over with their parents. Pre-registration is requested at 503-281-1132 or columbiaslough.org. A donation of $5 per child is suggested.
Forum plots path to home ownership
The final in a series of home ownership forums by ROSE Community Development is Wednesday, April 18 from 6 to 8:30 pm in the student center at Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. The purpose of East Portland Home Ownership Forums is to present participants with accurate and relevant information in regards to home ownership opportunities in East Portland and to provide information and resources for those interested in learning more about the home buying process.
The forum is free, open to the public, and an equal housing opportunity. Attendees will be invited to enter a drawing for a $4,000 home buying assistance grant. The money can be used for purchasing a home, or renovating a home being purchased.
Presentations will focus on homebuyer education, and include an overview of home ownership funding programs available for homebuyers. A number of government and community organizations will also be present to answer questions and provide information on resources available to those already in the process of buying a home, or just beginning to look at their options.
A free dinner will be served by Bocci's on 7th, an Italian restaurant located in southeast Portland.
For more information, please contact Liz Hutchinson, office assistant, at ROSE Community Development, 503-788-8052 ext. 10, or liz@rosecdc.org.
Brunch with the birds
Join Metro Naturalist James Davis for a lunchtime birding tour at the Columbia Slough Water Quality Facility, 19595 N.E. Sandy Blvd., on Friday, April 27 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Look for songbirds and spring migrants before settling down to lunch. Suitable for adults and teens aged 12 and over. Pre-registration is required at 503-281-1132 or columbiaslough.org. A donation of $5 is suggested.
LIBRARIES
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 to 10:45 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. except April 27.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Baby Sign, Say and Play: Learn how to communicate with your pre-verbal baby. Amy Bazley, of Baby Signs with Amy, will teach you several signs, sing related songs, lead signing activities and read a story. This class is geared toward caregivers and babies 6 to 18 months old. Saturday, April 7 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros: A celebration of childhood and bilingual literacy. Join in for music, crafts and special activities. Saturday, April 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 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 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. Thursday, April 12 from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m.
Vietnamese Book and Movie Club for Teens: Discuss popular Vietnamese language books and movies. This program will be conducted in Vietnamese and allows Vietnamese teens the opportunity to strengthen their cultural identities while making connections with each other and the library. Saturday, April 28 from 1 to 3 p.m.
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.
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 “The Daughter of Time” by Josephine Tey. 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, April 18 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Wednesdays from 4 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.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Sundays from 1:15 to 2 p.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join staff for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Tuesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and Wednesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Thursdays and Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children ages newborn to 6 years with adult. Saturdays, April 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.
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, April 14 and 28 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
You and Me Yoga: Great for toddlers and preschoolers, learn simple and fun yoga partner poses that mimic animals or objects like a house, spider or even an alien spaceship. Instructor Leslie Wilda of Yoga Playgrounds will show you movements and poses that can be done at home. Not only can yoga improve concentration, build strength and help kids relax, it is also tons of fun. Saturday, April 21 from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros: A celebration of childhood and bilingual literacy. Join in for music, crafts and special activities. Sunday, April 22 from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Hep Cats and Hound Dogs: Can a cat and a dog be friends? Join Red Yarn, aka Andy Furgeson, and his hilarious animal friends Hep Cat Eddie and Jim the Hound Dog in this lively musical puppet show. Mixing classic rockabilly and country songs with an interactive performance, this show is fun for the whole family. Friday, April 27 from 4 to 4:45 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 the library's. Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesdays, April 4 and 18 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Henna for Teens: Henna is used by many cultures as a form of artistic expression. Henna is not permanent, but it does temporarily stain the skin. In this hands-on, cultural art program, artist Raina Imig will share information on the art of henna in India, and will create a brief, authentic, intricate henna design on your hand. Thursday, April 5 from 3:30 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 the Delta Society's Pet Partners Program, sponsored by DoveLewis. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Mondays, April 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 April 22.
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.
Protecting Yourself from Scams: In this tough economy, it is a sad but true fact that victims of scams continue to rise. However, you can protect yourself by increasing your awareness of possible risks. In this smart saving workshop, CUB Connects will help you avoid phone and Internet scams by providing information on types of scams, how to avoid scams, and what to do if you are scammed. Monday, April 2 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in stimulating conversation about books and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Read “The Long
Way Home: An American Journey from Ellis Island to the Great War” by David Laskin for discussion on Monday, April 16 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Read “The Thirteenth Tale” by Diane Setterfield for discussion on Wednesday, April 18 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Financing Your Summer Vacation: If you are interested in planning a summer vacation but don't think it's in your budget this seminar is for you. Traveling on a budget does not necessarily mean you have to sacrifice luxury, but it helps if you sacrifice some. This smart savings program will provide travel advice, transportation suggestions, accommodation recommendations, budgeting information and other useful travel tips. The program presented by AAA and the Oregon Society of CPAs. Monday, April 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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