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SCHOOL CORNER
Boosters will take your cans and bottles
If you have a pile of refundable cans and bottles that haven’t quite made it back to the store, Bronco Boosters can help.
The first Saturday of each month, these volunteers are at Parkrose Middle School, 11800 N.E. Shaver St. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to receive your donations. You can skip the mess and and the lines at the machines. The Boosters will do it for you. The money raised funds Parkrose High student scholarships.
If you are too busy to drop off the bottles, call Sue Kunz at 503- 254-2664 to arrange for pick up.
Upcoming dates are Saturday February 7 and March 6.
Community School at Parkrose
The following Winter Term courses are being offered through Portland Parks & Recreation at Parkrose SUN Community School 12003 N.E. Shaver St.
More information, including how to register and class times, is available at Parkrose High School room L-8. By phone at 503-408-2640 or at 503-823-7529 or online at www.Portlandparks.org.
Due to the storm, some start dates may be postponed. If a class interests you, call for updated information.
Dance - Break Dancing (age: 10-14) Jan 27 to Feb17
Babysitting Skills - Red Cross (age: 11-15) Jan 30
When I’m In Charge - Red Cross (age: 8-11) Feb 10
Clay Studio (age: 16 & up) Jan 21 to Mar 10
Stained Glass Expressions (age: 16 & up) Jan 26 to Mar 15
Mosaic - Basic Technique (age: 18 & up) Jan 20 to Feb 10
Jewelry - Artisan Seedcrafting (age: 14 & up) Feb 11 to Mar 03
Sign Language - Adult (age: 14 & up) Feb 19 to Mar18
Spanish - Conversational - Adult (age: 16 & up) Jan 22 to Mar11
Tai Chi (age: 14 & up) Jan 21 to Mar17
Yoga (age: 14 & up) Jan 20 to Mar 09
Martial Arts - Capoeira (age: 14 & up) Jan 28-Mar10
Dance - Salsa (age: 18 & up) Jan 20-Mar 09
SENIOR RESOURCES
Speaker to address grief
Monday, February 9 at 1 p.m. Sounding Board for Widows and Widowers will meet at Central Lutheran Church, 1820 N.E. 21st Ave (one block north of Broadway). Dr. Clifford M. Singer, will answer the question ‘When does sadness become an illness?’
On Monday, February 23, join the group at the Doubletree, 1000 N.E. Multnomah for lunch at 1 p.m. Validated parking is available. It is requested that you not arrive earlier than 12:45 p.m. Please make reservations with Helen Long at 503-774-1717. If you must cancel, please do so as early as possible.
FUNDRAISERS
Texas Hold’em Tournament
Test your card-playing ability in the 205 Earlyriser Kiwanis “World Series of Poker-Texas Hold’em” Tournament on Saturday, February 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. The fundraiser will be held at East Portland Community Center, 740 S.E. 106 Ave., 1 1/2 blocks south of Stark St.
The entry fee is $20 per player, and players must register before the event. Players will be allowed to purchase up to $5 in additional chips, if they bring 5 cans of tuna to the event. Registration is through Marty Goplen (Bedz-to-Go) at 503-257-9676. Gift certificates and trophies will be given to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers. Proceeds will benefit the East Portland Community Center Playground and the Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp.
Auction to benefit needy
SnowCap, the community service organization that distributes food, clothing and other emergency serves to those living in the East Metro area invite you to a dinner auction on Saturday, February 7 beginning at 6 p.m.
The agency’s first event held last year raised $25,000. Organizers hope to exceed that total this year.
Tickets for the Valentine auction to be held at Persimmon Country Club, 500 Butler Road in Gresham are $50 per person. Call 503-674-8785 extension 11 to get yours.
Valentine-A-Grams offer two gifts in one
Valentine-A-Grams allow people to give two gifts in one by sending someone special a tasty treat while also supporting seniors in need.
Volunteers for Loaves & Fishes Centers, The Meals-On-Wheels People, will deliver Valentine-A-Grams the morning of Friday, Feb. 13 to benefit the 4,000 Portland area seniors served by Loaves & Fishes each day.
Each Valentine-A-Gram includes two delicious Cinnabons, a packet of fresh ground Seattle’s Best Coffee, a cobalt blue travel mug and orange juice from Sun Orchard. The cost is $19.95.
The Cinnabon stores at Lloyd Center, Clackamas Town Center and Washington Square donate the cinnamon rolls; Seattle’s Best Coffee provides the coffee; and Sun Orchard contributes the juice free of charge for this annual fundraiser. With these generous donations, 100 percent of the money raised through the sale of Valentine-A-Grams goes to support the Meals-On-Wheels program. Hundreds of people who volunteer to deliver the Valentine-A-Grams make the event possible each year.
Cinnabon owners John Whittaker and Steve Foltz said their support for the 8th annual Valentine-A-Gram fundraiser has become a tradition that illustrates the importance of corporate giving.
“Both Steve and I, as do all our Cinnabon employees, feel very proud of the opportunity to support an organization as deserving as Loaves & Fishes,” Whittaker said. “Their efforts toward guaranteeing the personal welfare of the senior citizens in our local communities is invaluable.”
To order Valentine-A-Grams by Feb. 10, call Loaves & Fishes Centers at 503-736-6325 or order online at www.loavesandfishesonline.com.
Pancake breakfast to benefit Meals-On-Wheels program
The Cherry Blossom Loaves & Fishes Center will host a pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 14. The center is located at 740 S.E. 106th.
The cost is $3.50 for adults and $2 for children under 10. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, ham, juice and coffee. All proceeds go to support Loaves & Fishes Centers, The Meals-On-Wheels People.
For more information, call Mary Lou See at 503- 256-2381.
Singing their way to New York
The Parkrose High School A Cappella Choir is hosting a Dessert Night on Thursday, February 26 at 7 p.m. This will be the final fundraiser for their trip to sing at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Enjoy an elegant dessert while you are entertained by solos, duets and small ensembles of the talented members of the Parkrose High School A Cappella Choir, Mount Hood Community College Jazz Band and other select members of the community. The cost is $15.00 per couple, $7.50 single ticket. You may purchase your tickets by calling Norma Johnson at 503-257-6650.
If you are unable to attend, but would like to make a donation to the choir, please contact Norma Johnson for further information.
The A Cappella Choir would like to thank the community for their generous support.
LIBRARIES
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392, www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid/html
Old Time Music Show: Take a journey into history as Rick Meyers shares the songs, dances, legends and instruments of the pioneers with folk music and audience participation. Sunday, February 1, 2 to 3 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Mondays, February 2, 9 and 23, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Wednesdays, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Hora de Cuentos: Se presentan en español cuentos, canciones y rimas para familias con hijos de 0 to 5 años de edad. Thursdays, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays, 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages. Se presentan en español e inglés para niños pequeños de todas las edades. Saturdays, 11 a.m. to noon
Valentine Fun: Have a love-ly time creating heart-felt cards and crafts. Thursday, February 12, 3 to 4 p.m.
La Musica es Magica: Award-winning songwriter Greta Pedersen presents a bilingual program of original and traditional sing-a-longs for the entire family. Saturday, February 14, 2 to 3 p.m.
Giggles & Tickles: Musical jokes, humorous skits and funny songs abound in Jory Aronson’s family concert. Listen to an assortment of silly songs and kid jokes, and take part in a quiz show from outer space and the funny feather tickle dance. Jory’s concerts feature audience participation and fun for the family. Sunday, February 22, 2 to 3 p.m.
Homework Helpers: Homework Helpers are trained volunteers who give students one-on-one help finding the books and information they need to complete homework assignments. They volunteer whenever school is in session. Tuesdays, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 2 to 4 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to therapy dogs. The dogs and handlers are from the Dove Lewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Pre-registration required; call 503-988-5392. Thursdays, February 5 and 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Mondays, February 9 and 23, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Be Aware & Prepare: Are you prepared for a disaster? Learn the five basic steps to family disaster preparedness at this workshop presented by the American Red Cross. Participants will receive information and materials on how to build a disaster kit, make an evacuation plan and more. Thursday February 5, 7 to 8 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Join us for Everybody Reads, Portland’s annual community-wide book discussion.
Read “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. Mindless television shows have numbed the masses in a society where firemen burn books, rather than douse flames. Bradbury’s classic 1953 novel explores what happens when one fireman dares to rescue books and read them. The Friends of the Library sponsor Multnomah County Library’s adult book discussion groups. Wednesdays, February 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m. and February 18, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Fahrenheit 451: The Film: Directed by Francois Truffaut, this 1966 film classic stars Julie Christie and Oskar Werner. Noted for its bold visual style, the screen version explores the book’s thematic issues of freedom, censorship and individual expression. Thursday, February 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Library Catalog Basics: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Please bring your library card to class. Learn how to use the library catalog. Look up titles, place holds and check out an e-book. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, February 2, 2-3:30 p.m.
Web for Computer Novices: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, February 3, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of three classes is designed for seniors who are interested in learning the very basics of how to use a computer. Learn to use a mouse, search the Internet, and send and receive e-mail. Each session will consist of one hour of instruction and one hour of practice. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Thursdays, February 5, 12 and 19, 6 to 8 p.m.
Midland Computer Lab: Get help using a library computer to write reports, create résumés, establish e-mail accounts, prepare research projects, fill out online application forms, use the library’s online tutorials, and locate library and Internet resources. English- and Spanish-speaking lab monitors will be available to help you.
Reciba ayuda usando las computadoras de la biblioteca para componer redacciones y curriculums, crear cuentas de correo electrónico, preparar informes de investigación, rellenar solicitudes en línea, utilizar tutoriales de la biblioteca, y ubicar y utilizar materiales didácticas disponibles en la biblioteca y en Internet. Dispondrán de asistencia en inglés y español. Llame a 503-988-6112 para más información. Fridays, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Nivel I: Esta clase es para el principiante. Aprenda lo básico sobre las computadoras y el Internet. Practique usando el ratón y el teclado. Aprenda varias maneras de navegar en Internet. Infórmese sobre los beneficios y riesgos de este medio. Para inscribirse en español, llame al 503-988-6112.
Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, February 7, 3 to 5 p.m.
Web Basics: Learn about the World Wide Web, explore the library’s home page, and practice entering Web addresses. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse.
Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, February 10, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail on the Web, like Yahoo or Hotmail. Sign up, then compose and send messages to anywhere in the world. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, February 11, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Web for Computer Novices: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, February 24, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail on the Web, like Yahoo or Hotmail. Sign up, then compose and send messages to anywhere in the world. Tuesday, February 24, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Web Searching I: Prerequisite: Web Basics. How do you find good information on the Web? We’ll get you started with a few simple tools, then help you understand why some Web sites might be better choices than others for reliable information. Saturday, February 28, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Nivel II: Aprenda más sobre el poder de Internet. En está sesión de trabajo según el interés de los estudiantes, puede elegir sacar una cuenta de correo electrónico, buscar información en Internet, reservar materiales de la biblioteca u aprender a usar otras herramientas electrónicas. Para inscribirse en español, llame al 503-988-6112. Saturday, February 28, 3 to 5 p.m.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386, www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays, 2 to 2:30 p.m.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy and join library staff for stories, songs and fun. Wednesdays, 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages.
Se presentan en español e inglés para niños pequeños de todas las edades. Thursdays, 4 to 5 p.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Fridays, 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Copper Wire Hearts: Artist Kathleen Karbo will show you how to create a one-of-a-kind valentine using copper wire, pipe-cleaners, and colorful beads and ornaments. Gain experience with hammers, anvils and needle-nose pliers. Saturday, February 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Parlor of Wonders Magic Show: This strikingly visual magic show is presented in a Victorian science fiction motif. Tim Alexander performs classic magic and original tricks with balls, handkerchiefs, coins, cards, rings, rope and more including a live bunny! Saturday, February 21, 11 a.m. to noon
Young Readers’ Club: Calling all readers ages 10 and up! Join us for discussion, fun and friends. Ask for titles or check the Talk It Up! Web site. Thursday, February 19, 7 to 8 p.m.
Intercambio/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. There will be time for conversation in both languages. Conversación para los hablantes nativos de inglés y español que quieren mejorar el segundo idioma. Habrá tiempo para conversar en ambos idiomas. Thursdays, 4 to 5 p.m.
Fahrenheit 451: The Film: Directed by Francois Truffaut, this 1966 film classic stars Julie Christie and Oskar Werner. Noted for its bold visual style, the screen version explores the book’s thematic issues of freedom, censorship and individual expression. Saturday, February 7, 3 to 5 p.m.
Pageturners: Drop in for Everybody Reads, Portland’s annual community-wide book discussion. Read “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. The Friends of the Library sponsor Multnomah County Library’s adult book discussion groups. Tuesday, February 17, 7 to 8 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of three classes is designed for seniors who are interested in learning the very basics of how to use a computer. Learn to use a mouse, search the Internet, and send and receive e-mail. Each session will consist of one hour of instruction and one hour of practice.
Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesdays, February 3, 10 and 17, 8 to 10 a.m.
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail on the Web, like Yahoo or Hotmail. Sign up, then compose and send messages to anywhere in the world.
Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, February 7, 9 to 10 a.m.
Nivel II: Aprenda más sobre el poder de Internet. En está sesión de trabajo según el interés de los estudiantes, puede elegir sacar una cuenta de correo electrónico, buscar información en Internet, reservar materiales de la biblioteca u aprender a usar otras herramientas electrónicas. Para inscribirse en español, llame al 503-988-6112.
Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, February 7, 9-10 a.m.
Gregory Heights Computer Lab: Library staff helps beginners practice computer basics in the computer lab. Saturdays, February 14, 21 and 28, 9 to 10 a.m.
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