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THE ARTS
Summer theater festival
Mt. Hood Repertory Theatre Company presents the 11th annual American Classics Theatre Festival. The festival will run on weekends this month at the Mt. Hood Community College Theater, 26000 S.E. Stark St. in Gresham.
Tickets are available online at www.mthoodrep.org or by calling 503-491-5950. Adult tickets for all performances are $20; student and senior tickets are $15. Adult season passes are available for $45. Student and senior passes are $35. Group rates are available.
Performances are:
• “On Golden Pond,” Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. through Aug. 19 on the main stage.
• “LUV,” Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. through Aug. 19 on the studio stage.
• “Down through the Decades: a Musical Revue,” Sundays, Aug. 5 and 12 at 7 p.m. on the main stage.
Call Cindy Passannante, marketing chair, at 503-658-5646 to learn more.
EVENTS
Football registration underway
All boys in grades three through eight are invited to sign up for fall football for the Region 9 Disciples, part of the Catholic Youth Organization or CYO League.
Practice begins Aug. 20. Games are held on eight consecutive Saturdays, beginning Sept. 8 and ending on Nov. 11.
Cost to play is $200, which includes pants, pads, jersey and a reconditioned helmet.
Sign-ups will be held on Monday, Aug. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the St. Therese Social Center, 1260 N.E. 132nd Ave.
For more information, contact Luciana Fischer, athletic director, at 503-997-9861 or LuFischer@gmail.com.
OCOM continues free seminars
Back by popular demand, the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine Saturday Seminars are just around the corner. Driven by the public’s quest to understand health care options, the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine sponsors free seminars to introduce participants to the history, concepts and benefits of traditional Chinese medicine: acupuncture, herbs, massage, and qi cultivation.
A seminar on Saturday, Aug. 11 will include a presentation and demonstration of Oriental therapeutic massage and qigong (chee-GONG). Attendees will learn how massage and simple meditative exercise can reduce stress and ease aches and pains.
This seminar is free to the public and takes place from 10 a.m. to noon.
Spots fill quickly so reserve your place by calling Christina Walker-Smith, community relations specialist, at 503-252-3447. The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic is located near Mall 205 at 10541 S.E. Cherry Blossom Drive.
Explore the slough and enjoy lunch
If you like the Columbia Slough Watershed Council’s Soup on the Slough programs at Whitaker Ponds, you will love it when the council hits the road to visit the Portland Water Bureau Canoe Launch at 16650 N.E. Airport Way on Friday, Aug. 24. Come have lunch at a hidden gem of a canoe launch along the slough. This event begins at 11:30 a.m. and is a fun way to meet your neighbors, have a great lunch, and learn more about our local groundwater resource and the Groundwater Protection Program that is underway in the Columbia Slough watershed. This event is free, and lunch is provided. Call 503-291-1132 to submit the required RSVP.
Garden friends celebrate silver anniversary
Leach Garden Friends will look back over the club’s 25-year history to honor the past and celebrate the future with a reception at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 24. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served on the east terrace as longtime volunteers are recognized and the master plan for the garden is revealed. The reception is free and open to the public.
Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave. To learn more, contact Karen Young, executive director, at 503-823-1673.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
National Night Out Against Crime events
Argay Neighborhood Association will host a National Night Out Against Crime picnic on Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Argay Park, Northeast 141st Avenue and Beech Street. Neighbors will feast on Burgerville cheeseburgers while enjoying a live classic rock band. There will be games and activities for the kids. Outreach by ANA is expected to result in many first-time attendees, according to ANA President Valerie Curry. For more information e-mail argayinfo@yahoo.com or call Curry at 503-256-5579.
The Centennial Neighborhood Association and Harold Oliver SUN Schools National Night Out picnic is Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Harold Oliver Primary School, 15811 S.E. Main St. Dinner will be provided.
The combined Wilkes Community Group and Russell Neighborhood Association Neighbors Night Out picnic at Wilkes Park, Northeast 154th Avenue and Beech Court, is set to begin at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7. Call Ross Monn at 503-261-1010 for more information.
Following on the success of last year’s event, Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors will again host a National Night Out picnic at Knott Park, Northeast 112th Avenue and Sacramento Street on Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. PHAN will provide free hot dogs, chips and drinks. To learn more call Carol Williams at 503-255-9596.
The Woodland Park Neighborhood Association National Night Out will take place at the Y where Northeast 101st Avenue and Bell Drive intersect from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7. Call Laura Heiner at 503-251-1737 if you need more information.
The board of Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors will meet on Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott.
Board Chair Carol Williams would like neighbors to be aware that the general membership meeting in September will feature Barry Manning of the city of Portland Bureau of Planning, who will address issues of East Portland community development and livability. That meeting is set for Sept. 25 at 7 p.m., also at Parkrose United Methodist Church. Mark your calendars now.
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.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Mondays through Aug. 13 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family. Wednesdays through Aug. 15 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays through Aug. 16 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays through Aug. 17 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Toddler/Preschool Sock Hop: Grab your dancing buddies, dress to impress, and head over to the library for the Toddler/Preschool Sock Hop. There will be great music, games, refreshments, prizes and lots of dancing. Silly outfits and party dress are encouraged. Appropriate for ages 2 to 5 with adult. Thursday, Aug. 30 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Yarn Painting: Based on the technique used by the Huichol Indians of Mexico, artist Kathryn Menard will show you how to create a design with yarn by pressing it into beeswax. For ages 8 and up. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Tuesday, Aug. 14 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5386. Sunday, Aug. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6 through 12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR. Compete with a friend or just try it out yourself. No experience necessary. Thursday, Aug. 23 from 3:30 to 5:30 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. Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Read “The Great Fire” by Shirley Hazzard. Tuesday, Aug. 21 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
TechnoHosts: Volunteers help you search the Web, use e-mail, and look up materials with the library’s online catalog. Assistance in Vietnamese is available. Saturdays from 1 to 3 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.
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years. Mondays through Saturdays from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months. Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months. Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months. Wednesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Harry Potter Party: Escape the world of muggles and enjoy some magical Harry Potter fun. Experience many mysterious surprises. Come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Thursday, Aug. 16 from 1 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 the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Tuesdays, Aug. 7 and 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Mondays, Aug. 13 and 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Mondays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Gotta Read This!: New Books to Connect with Your Curriculum (Elementary): Tired of using the same books with your classes every year? Come to this workshop for Multnomah County elementary (K-5) educators to learn about new books you might use in your language arts, social studies, math, science and arts classes. You’ll receive a notebook with the lectures, and copies of the books will be available for you to borrow after the event. Refreshments will be served, and all educators who attend will get a free book to keep. Registration is required. Call 503-988-6004. Wednesday, Aug. 15 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m.
Computer Basics: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, Aug. 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2000. Select and modify text, cut and paste, open and save a document, and create your own party invitations. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Aug. 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Web Searching I: Prerequisite: Web Basics. How do you find good information on the Web? The library staff will get you started with a few simple tools and then help you understand why some Web sites might be better choices than others for reliable information. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Aug. 11 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
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