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THE ARTS
Auditions for “King Lear”
Join the tragedy and betrayal played out scene by scene in the Mt. Hood Community College Theatre Arts department rendition of William Shakespeare's “King Lear.” Auditions will be held in the Studio Theatre on the Gresham Campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St., on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 1 and 2, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Actors should prepare a Shakespearian monologue between one and two minutes in length as well as be prepared to read from the script. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held on Thursday, Dec. 3. The parts of Lear, Gloucester, Kent and the Fool are already cast. All other parts are available.
Rehearsals will begin Monday, Jan. 4. Performances will be Friday through Sunday, Feb. 26 through March 7 at the college theater.
For more information or to request a detailed rehearsal schedule, contact MHCC Theatre Arts Director Rick Zimmer at 503-491-7157 or rick.zimmer@mhcc.edu.
Students to perform “Thoroughly Modern Millie”
The David Douglas High School Performing Arts Department is proud to present a hilarious look at 1920s New York as depicted in a play based on the musical film of 1967. A wonderful cast of characters fills out this high-spirited musical romp that has all of New York dancing the Charleston. Swinging big band jazz and wonderful musical numbers like “What Do I Need with Love?” “Forget about the Boy” and “Only New York” make this musical a treat for the whole family. The show includes over a hundred David Douglas students. Come and see students from your community shine.
Performances will be held Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3-5 and 10-12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2:30 p.m. Prices are $7 for students and seniors, $10 for adults. Tickets are available at the Performing Arts Center box office, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave., on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on school days and an hour before show time. Tickets can also be ordered through the mail. You will find the order form at www.ddouglas.k12.or.us/node/1906 or you may call the box office at 503-261-8270.
Middle schoolers will entertain you
On Tuesday, Dec. 8 the sixth-grade band, orchestra and choir will perform a free winter holiday concert at Ron Russell Middle School, 3955 S.E. 112th Ave., at 7 p.m. On Thursday, Dec. 10, the seventh/eighth-grade band, orchestra and choir will take the stage beginning at 7 p.m.
The Ron Russell Middle School Concert Choir will also perform at the Oregon Zoolights Festival at the Oregon Zoo-Elephant Plaza stage on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 7:15 p.m. General admission is $9; other prices and information can be found at www.oregonzoo.org/Events/ZooLights/index.htm.
Music for a cold winter night
December will be a busy month for members of the Parkrose High music department. On Sunday, Dec. 13, the A-Choir, Debonaires and Treble Choir will perform at The Grotto, 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., at 7 p.m.
The annual winter band concert will be Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. in the PHS Theater, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. The winter choir concert is at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 16, also in the high school theater.
If you need more information, get in touch with Choir Director Leslie Bossert at 503-408-2695.
Diverse program featured at free concert
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| The Portland Metro Concert Band will offer a free concert on Friday, Dec. 18 at Horner Performing Arts Center. COURTESY WOODY WARMOTH |
The public is invited to this free concert. This concert is supported by a grant from the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Art exhibit reveals hidden life of toys
Children and adults alike can appreciate Toy Life, an upcoming art exhibit at Mt. Hood Community College. Primarily a portrait artist, Terence Healy decided to apply his talent to painting pictures of toys. He found discarded toys at thrift shops and created scenes of them interacting with other toys.
“All people have some element of dignity to them, have an energy, have stories to tell,” Healy said. “I see and feel these qualities in toys.”
Toy Life will be displayed in the Fireplace Gallery from Friday, Dec. 4 to Tuesday, Dec. 22. The Fireplace Gallery is located in the College Center Lounge on the Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St., and is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information on the Fireplace Gallery, contact Pam Kuretich at 503-491-7260.
Individuals requiring accommodations due to a disability may contact the MHCC Disability Services Office at 503-491-6923 or 503-491-7670 (TDD). Please call at least two weeks prior to the event to ensure availability.
EVENTS
Santa is waiting
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| Santa catches a catnap while he waits for you to visit him at Santa's Place at Eastport Plaza, 4000 S.E. 82nd Ave. MEMO PHOTO TIM CURRAN |
Children are invited to visit with Santa and to play with toys, create art projects, play games, watch movies and enjoy beautiful Christmas décor. Parents, be sure to bring a camera to snap pictures of your child with Santa.
Santa's Place admission is free; however, your donation of a new toy or nonperishable food item will help teach the joy of giving and benefit Trillium Family Services, the Salvation Army Angel Tree, Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division Food Barrel, Portland Fire & Rescue Toy N Joy and the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots programs.
You will find Santa's Place in the shopping center between JoAnn Super Store and LA Fitness.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
The Parkrose Heights Neighborhood Association will not meet in December; however, Board Chair Carol Williams has advised the Memo that Oregon State Representative Jefferson Smith will be the guest speaker at a general membership meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Mark your calendars now and watch this space next month for details.
LIBRARIES
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html, 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. Mondays through Dec. 14 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and Thursdays through Dec. 17 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy and join library staff for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 16 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays through Dec. 17 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays through Dec. 18 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays through Dec. 18 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Komedy 4 Da Kids: Angel Ocasio presents a bilingual and interactive performance combining physical comedy, juggling, balancing and magic. Saturday, Dec. 5 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Puppet Creations: Join artists Kathy Karbo and Blanca Vazquez for a bilingual presentation of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.” After the show, make your own very hungry caterpillar and learn the elements of telling a good story. Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Knitting Club: 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, Dec. 8 and 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Youth Service Crew: Need community service hours and volunteer credit? Check out the Youth Service Crew at your library. Come for a two-hour block of fun, music, snacks and enough work to keep you busy. For kids in grades 5-12. Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 4 to 6 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. Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 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, Dec. 10 and 17 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. There will be time for conversation in both languages. Saturdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Winter Diorama: Transform a small box into a lovely winter scene with all kinds of crafty doodads. These dioramas make great gifts and decorations. Taught by local artist and author Diane Gilleland. For teens and adults. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, Dec. 13 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “The White Tiger: A Novel” by Aravind Adiga. 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. Tuesday, Dec. 15 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Learn how to use the library catalog, e-mail, surf the Web, use word processing programs and other basic computer skills. Lab instruction will be in Vietnamese. Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid.htm, 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 through Dec. 13 from 1:15 to 2 p.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas and join library staff for stories for songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Mondays through Dec. 14 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Tuesdays through Dec. 15 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 16 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. and Fridays through Dec. 18 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays through Dec. 16 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. and Fridays through Dec. 18 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays through Dec. 17 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children newborn to age 6 with adult. Saturdays through Dec. 19 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Yoga for Youngsters: This class introduces children to the benefits of yoga through stories, music and simple movements. For ages 3 to 6 years and their caregivers; one child per adult. We encourage you to bring your own mat. Tuesdays through Dec. 15 from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
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., except Dec. 24.
Winter Magic: The animals are getting ready for winter and the cold weather. But the first snow brings with it a strange visitor. Is it a bird? Is it a duck? Who is it and how did it get here? Join the animals and make a new friend. Sing, dance and laugh along in this new musical puppet journey with Penny's Puppet Productions. Wednesday, Dec. 16 from 3 to 3:45 p.m.
Teen Council: Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat snacks and have fun. Wednesdays, Dec. 2 and 16 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged - Board Games and Wii: Come Wii with friends and librarians. Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome. No experience necessary. Mondays, Dec. 7 and 28 from 4 to 6 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. Please call 503-988-5392. Mondays, Dec. 7 and 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Teen Lounge Unplugged - Board Games and Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to come play board games, try out DDR (no experience necessary) or just hang out. Bring your friends. Monday, Dec. 14 from 4 to 6 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. Monday, Dec. 21 from 4 to 6 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.
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.
Winter Diorama: Transform a small box into a lovely winter scene with all kinds of crafty doodads. These dioramas make great gifts and decorations. Taught by local artist and author Diane Gilleland. For teens and adults. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Dec. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Read “Sundays at Tiffany's” by James Patterson and Gabrielle Charbonnet for Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
Read “Marley and Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog” by John Grogan for Wednesday, Dec. 16 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Vietnamese Senior Social Group: Meet fellow seniors within the community. Join us for games and refreshments and learn various ways to stay healthy. Saturday, Dec. 12 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Ten Steps to Starting a Business: This presentation is designed for individuals in the thinking stage of starting a business. Presented by the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. Monday, Dec. 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Finding Work at 50+: Have you or a loved one recently been laid off or still looking for work? Are you thinking about changing careers? What are the secrets to finding a great job in a down economy? Join AARP Oregon, Life by Design Northwest and Multnomah County Library for a free workshop geared toward older job seekers. Learn how to spiff up your resume, identify and incorporate key words in materials that job recruiters search for in finding the best applicant, boost your job interviewing skills and get tips on self and health care in stressful times. You'll receive a job search packet from the state of Oregon, plus job-hunting tips and resources from AARP and other partners. Registration is required. Thursday, Dec. 17 from noon to 4 p.m. Register at http://findingworkat50plus12-17-09.eventbrite.com/.
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., except Dec. 25.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2002. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Word Processing II: Prerequisite: Word Processing I. Learn more advanced skills, including tables and bullets. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Web Design: Gain skills and get ideas of how build a Web site using free online products. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard, mouse and have word processing experience. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Dec. 12 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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