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EVENTS
Garden tours with a special focus
Tours of Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., are offered every Saturday at 10 a.m. from February through November. On the first Saturday of each month, Garden Steward Scotty Fairchild will lead a special gardener’s tour. Volunteers lead the remaining weekly tours. In July learn about special habitats, including rock gardens, troughs and demonstration beds. In August the focus will be ferns, and in September you will learn about early Northwest explorers like Lewis and Clark and David Douglas.
Admission is free, but donations are requested. Group tours are available by appointment.
For more information contact Nancy Williams at 503-823-1671.
Planetarium takes a look at black holes
Learn how astronomers detect massive stars that capture light and distort the fabric of space and time in Black Holes and Beyond, the July presentation at the Mt. Hood Community College Planetarium Sky Theater. Black holes have long fascinated astrophysicists who have recently discovered that these massive objects dwell in the hearts of all galaxies, including our own.
Planetarium Director Doug McCarty will also show visitors how to locate planets Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars as well as prominent constellations in summer skies. Information on viewing the Perseid meteor shower and a total eclipse of the moon will also be provided.
Public planetarium shows are presented on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. through August. Visitors are seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Children are always welcome, and the planetarium is wheelchair accessible.
Black Holes and Beyond will be presented in the MHCC Planetarium on Monday, July 9 at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Admission is $1. The Planetarium is located on the Gresham campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St., beneath the library.
Live, customized planetarium programs are presented by appointment on Mondays and Wednesdays. Call 503-491-7297 to make reservations or visit the planetarium Web site at www.planetariumskytheater.com.
People requiring accommodations due to a disability should contact the MHCC Disability Services Office at 503-491-6923 or 503-491-7670 (TDD).
Help clean up the slough
The Columbia Slough Watershed Council is calling all paddlers to join the Great Slough Cleanup at the Portland Water Bureau canoe launch, 11198 N.E. Simpson St., on Saturday, July 14. Volunteers will paddle the slough around Northeast Airport Way to pick up as much debris as possible. If you would like more information, call 503-281-1132.
Roseway to celebrate with international flavor
The International Day Festival, hosted by the Portland International District, will take place between noon and 6 p.m. in the park blocks of the Roseway neighborhood, Northeast 72nd Avenue and Sandy Boulevard, on Saturday, July 14. Portland International District, formerly the Northeast Central Sandy Business Association, is a nonprofit group that operates to develop a safe, helpful and harmonious environment for the community and businesses in the Northeast Portland area of Roseway.
Commissioners Sam Adams and Jeff Cogan will speak briefly about the importance of multicultural relations and how a greater awareness of diversity can help us become a stronger community.
A German oompah band, Filipino singers, a mariachi band and Polynesian dancers will provide entertainment while face painters and a balloon artist delight the young at heart. Food vendors will be on hand to keep attendants well fed. Among the entertainers and food vendors, more than 20 local businesses and nonprofit organizations will be giving away prizes and hosting informational sessions about their services.
There will be a complimentary movie presentation at the Roseway Theater, 7229 N.E. Sandy Blvd., shortly after 6 p.m. Free tickets will be distributed at the festival by members of Portland International District.
For more information please contact Tyler Whitmire at 503-572-8532 or twhitmire@prunw.com.
Paddle slough to learn about hidden gem
The Columbia Slough Watershed Council presents the 13th Annual Columbia Slough Regatta on Sunday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This annual celebration of the slough is the largest one-day paddle in Oregon. Last year the regatta attracted more than 205 boats and over 500 paddlers who enjoyed this hidden gem of our local waterways.
The Multnomah County Drainage District celebrates its 90th anniversary this year and will host the regatta. Paddlers can expect to see a variety of wildlife including great blue herons, bald eagles, beavers, raccoons and river otters. The easy canoe access at the Multnomah County Drainage District provides safe slack water paddling appropriate for all skill levels.
Before and after paddling, participants can enjoy refreshments and music by a local marimba band while they visit with local organizations, play games at the start/finish point and learn about the history of Multnomah County Drainage District.
Participants can bring their own human-powered watercraft and safety equipment or reserve a canoe or kayak through the CSWC for a free 45-minute rental, which includes paddles and personal flotation devices.
An optional donation of $7 per person is greatly appreciated and helps support Columbia Slough Watershed Council programs and events.
To reserve a canoe or kayak, contact Katie Meckes, CSWC outreach director, at 503-459-7674 or katie.meckes@columbiaslough.org.
The Multnomah County Drainage District is located at 1880 N.E. Elrod Drive.
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
National Night Out events upcoming
Many neighborhood associations will host a special event at a local park in conjunction with National Night Out. Go to www.epno.org or call the East Portland Neighborhood Office at 503-823-4550 to find out what is planned in your neighborhood.
The Parkrose Neighborhood Association will celebrate National Night Out on Saturday, Aug. 4 at Senn's Dairy Park, 11206 N.E. Prescott St. The fun begins at noon.
Wilkes and Russell neighborhoods will once again combine their National Night Out party at Wilkes Park, Northeast 154th Avenue just south of Sandy Boulevard. A picnic will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7.
The board of Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors will meet on Tuesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. at Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N. E. Knott. Residents should know that PHAN has planned a National Night Out event at Knott Park, Northeast 117th Avenue and Knott Street, for the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 7. Spend a summer evening in the park with neighbors while enjoying a free hot dog fest.
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 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., except July 2.
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family. Wednesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m., except July 4.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., except July 5.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., except July 6.
Harry Potter Wand-Making Workshop: Create your own magic wand with feathers, beads and copper wire. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Tuesday, July 10 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Top Secret: Slightly Illusional presents a reading adventure that takes you around the world. Secret agents and spy gadgets are combined with magic, puppets and a cute bunny rabbit for a captivating time. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Sunday, July 15 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
The Magic of Reading: Magician Jay Frasier combines magic, comedy, puppetry and audience participation in this exciting show for all ages. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Tuesday, July 17 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
Musical Clues: Clues abound in all shapes, sizes and sounds throughout this fun-filled show with Greta Pedersen. This interactive program includes American Sign Language and accompaniment on guitar and mountain dulcimer. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Tuesday, July 24 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
Fingerprint Follies: Let your fingers do the drawing. Artist Shanon Schollian shows you some fun ideas and techniques for turning your fingerprints into silly characters using washable ink and other drawing materials. For ages 3 and up. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Sunday, July 29 from 2 to 3 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, July 8 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Somalian Hand Painting: Folk artist Zahra Mohammed explains the art of henna. Henna is a natural dye made from plant leaves that are made into a paste. For special occasions, Somalian women decorate their hands and feet using henna paste as a type of ink. Designs remain on the skin for approximately one week. Thursday, July 26 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 Book of Salt" by Monique Truong. Tuesday, July 17 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., except July 4.
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., except July 4.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months. Wednesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon, except July 4.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Op Art: Discover an optical illusion. Artist Dyann Alkire will show you how to create two completely different paintings and then glue them together to see an optical illusion. Thursday, July 5 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Portland Taiko: Portland Taiko shares the dynamism of Asian cultures through the thundering taiko and rich folklore of Asia. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Tuesday, July 10 from 4 to 5 p.m.
The Fascinating World of Reptiles: Pet a python! The Reptile Man, Richard Ritchey, presents reptile wonders, followed by an ice cream social sponsored by the Midway Business Association. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Wednesday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to noon.
Tales & Trails: Get a clue at your library with participatory storytelling and music in English and Spanish by Tales & Trails storyteller Liz Mangual. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Tuesday, July 24 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.
Portland Beavers Baseball Player Visit: Meet real baseball players from the Portland Beavers. Players will talk about how they got into the minor leagues, what their youth baseball experience was like, and share tips and techniques for improving your game. Saturday, July 7 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.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, July 10 and 24 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Mondays, July 16 and 30 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6-12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR. Compete with a friend or just try it out yourself. No experience necessary. Saturday, July 21 from 2 to 4 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.
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. Monday, July 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 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. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, July 14 from 2:30 to 4 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. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, July 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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