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The Memo Calendar is your vehicle to publicize community events. Let your Mid-Multnomah County neighbors know about events of interest, meetings, fundraisers and the like. Calendar submissions for the July issue are due Friday, June 15. For best results, e-mail Darlene Vinson at editor@midcountymemo.com. Or mail your editorial submissions to 3510 N.E. 134th Ave., Portland, OR 97230. To leave a phone message, call 503-287-8904. The Mid-county Memo fax number is 503-249-7672.
SCHOOL CORNER
Singing their way into summer break
The Parkrose High School choir department will present its annual Choral Awards Concert on Tuesday, June 5 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. The concert will feature a “Guys and Dolls” medley sung by the concert choir and selections from “Oliver” sung by the treble choir. The Debonaires will jazz it up with “Route 66” and other selections. The a cappella choir, which recently placed fifth at state, will perform “The Barber of Seville Overture.”
Unitus brings mock branch to David Douglas
When David Douglas High School sophomores and juniors receive their first paycheck from their summer jobs, they will know exactly what to do with it, thanks to a program brought to David Douglas High School by Unitus Community Credit Union.
On June 6 and 7, a foyer at the school will be transformed into a mock Unitus Community Credit Union branch, complete with member service representatives from the Mall 205 branch, replica dollar bills featuring the David Douglas Scots mascot, imitation checkbooks and transaction receipts. As part of the Personal Finance and Career Exploration — or PACE — curriculum, this program will teach students everything from the basic functions of a financial institution to cashing a check and making deposits. At the end of the program, students will also have gained practice opening an account, writing checks and keeping track of account balances through a check register.
“Stepping into a financial institution for the first time can be intimidating,” said Vice President of Planning and Business Development Laurie Kresl. “Our goal for the program at David Douglas High School is to make all students feel comfortable asking questions and using a credit union to make smart financial decisions. The first step...is education.”
In a district where students come from diverse backgrounds and as many as 25 percent of students are English Language Learners, teaching the basics of personal finance and the functions of a credit union is crucial. “Because of the diverse cultural backgrounds, this may be the first time some of these students have even thought of using a credit union. We want to build their trust in financial institutions and take away the intimidation factor,” added Kresl.
At a time when many Oregon students are feeling let down by the lack of personal finance education in the classroom, the mock branch program at David Douglas is an easy, hands-on approach to educate and start students on a path of being financially responsible and secure adults.
MHCC presents Lean Manufacturing 101
This special class offered at the Gresham Mt. Hood Community College campus, 26000 S.E. Stark St., explains the basic principles and benefits of Lean Manufacturing. The seminar is designed for the small- to medium-sized business that is considering implementing this powerful tool of waste reduction in order to effectively compete in the new global economy.
This three-hour class will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, June 8. There is a $29 fee, and registration is required. Call Melanie Lagerstrom at 503-491-7585.
SENIOR RESOURCES
Michael Allen Harrison in concert
Michael Allen Harrison will perform a free concert at Providence ElderPlace in Glendoveer, 13007 N.E. Glisan St., on Friday, June 29 at 2 p.m.
Enjoy the music of this homegrown talent and take a tour of the residential care facility complete with on-site medical clinic. To learn more, please call 503-215-3857.
Senior volunteer reading tutors needed
The OASIS Intergenerational Tutor Program seeks new volunteers to mentor children in local schools.
Tutors work on reading and writing skills with a child for one hour per week. No experience is necessary. OASIS provides training, materials and ongoing tutor support meetings.
Help make a difference in the life of a child. For more information please call Colleen Shannon at 503-833-3636.
MEETINGS
Budget will be on agenda
The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, which includes all of Multnomah County east of the Willamette River, will hold its regular monthly board of directors meeting on Monday, June 4 at 6 p.m. in Room 443 of Montgomery Park, 2701 N.W. Vaughn St. The agenda will include Tax Supervising and Conservation Commission recommendations, budget adoption for fiscal year 2007-08, scheduling a planning meeting and other items of business.
For ADA accommodations please call 503-222-7645 by May 30. For more information, please call 503-222-7645, ext. 114.
Concerned neighbors meet to discuss adult businesses
Adult entertainment businesses are increasingly moving into east Portland. Argay residents are joining their Parkrose neighbors in a campaign to stop adult businesses from locating next to schools, churches, day care centers and sites where children are housed. A meeting is planned at Sacred Grounds Coffee Shop at the Quality Inn & Suites/Rodeway Inn, 9727 N.E. Sandy Blvd., on Thursday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Septic systems make great lunchtime topic
Enjoy your brown bag lunch as city of Portland Bureau of Development Services staff provide the lowdown on septic systems at the monthly Lunch and Learn session dubbed Septology 101.
Learn exactly what a septic system is and how it works. See examples of different styles of septic systems. Find out about site evaluations and why they are conducted and, finally, learn how to maintain an existing system.
This free session is set for Friday, June 8 from noon to 1 p.m. in downtown Portland at 1900 S.W. 4th Ave. in Conference Room 2500-A.
Argay residents to learn about parklands
Doug Brenner of Portland Parks & Recreation will meet with Argay residents to discuss the Beech and Pitton properties designated as future parkland. The status of farming on some of that property and other related issues will be on the agenda. The meeting will be at Shaver Elementary School, 3701 N.E. 131st Place, on Monday, June 11 at 7 p.m.
Open houses to seek public input on natural area protection
For three weeks in June, the Metro Council will host a series of community open houses to get public input about the agency’s natural area bond measure program that voters approved last fall. Additionally, an online version of the open houses, where the public can view maps of the target areas and give feedback on choices, will be available beginning June 12 at www.metro-region.org/naturalareas. The online open house will provide opportunities for information and direct input to citizens who cannot, or prefer not to, attend the public meetings.
Since January, Metro has been gathering information from stakeholders and conducting research to refine priorities in 27 regional natural areas and trail corridors targeted for land purchase or conservation easements. Metro received a AAA bond rating in March which provided the agency with over $6 million more than anticipated in funds for land purchases when the bonds were sold — saving taxpayers nearly $8 million in interest over the 20-year life of the bonds.
“$227.40 million sounds like a lot of money, and it is,” Metro Council President David Bragdon said [$227.4 million refers to the amount of the general obligation bond measure voters passed in November 2006; funding natural areas acquisition and water quality protection.] “But the Metro Council is going to need to be strategic and leverage every dollar we can to get the best value for water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, and future generations.
“We not only have to be strategic with our dollars in each of the 27 individual target areas,” Bragdon added. “We also have to look at the big picture and determine how to prioritize spending across the entire landscape of the region.”
One open house convenient for Memo readers is scheduled on Wednesday, June 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Metro Regional Center, 600 N.E. Grand Ave., when the featured areas of discussion will be Johnson Creek and Watershed, Tryon Creek Linkages, Springwater Corridor, Willamette River Greenway, and Fanno Creek Linkages and Trail. Another will be on Thursday, June 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gresham City Hall, 1333 N.W. Eastman Parkway in Gresham. Featured areas at this meeting will be the Sandy River Gorge, Johnson Creek and Watershed, Gresham-Fairview Trail, East Buttes (includes Damascus Buttes, Scouter Mountain and Mt. Talbert) and the Columbia Slough.
The Metro Council’s 2006 natural areas bond measure funds land acquisition and capital improvements that protect water quality and fish and wildlife habitat, enhance trails and wildlife corridors, and provide greater connections to nature in urban areas throughout the Portland metropolitan region. For more information call 503-797-1741 or visit www.metro-region.org/naturalareas.
PBA general membership meeting
The Parkrose Business Association will meet on Thursday, June 21 to discuss final plans for its Cruise-In on Sunday, June 24 and to fete scholarship winners. Jon Palmer of JP Mortgage will be the Member Moment speaker. The meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Steamers Restaurant, 8303 N.E. Sandy Blvd.
CHURCHES
Sign up for music and drama camp
Parkrose United Methodist Church will hold a summer Music and Drama Camp from July 23 through 27. This unique opportunity will be offered to children and youth in grades 3-8. Campers will take group lessons in singing, drama and hand bell playing in the morning. The afternoons will be used to prepare a short musical theater performance for Friday afternoon.
The camp fee is $30 and includes lunches and snacks. Some scholarships are available on the basis of financial need.
To obtain a registration form, please call the church office at 503-253-7567 or e-mail welcome@parkroseumc.org.
FUNDRAISERS
Rummage sale will support community projects
Mark your calendar. Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 12505 N.E. Halsey St., is hosting a rummage sale on Friday and Saturday, June 15 and 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
There will be a wide variety of household items as well as some church items, books, furniture and much more.
Proceeds from the sale will help support the ongoing community mission projects of the deacons’ and women’s associations. The deacons’ regular monthly mission support includes financial support to a local chaplain, SnowCap Community Charities for medical supplies and Shepherd’s Door. The Women’s Association supports the Presbytery of the Cascades mission projects as well as providing Kare Kits and baby quilts to SnowCap.
Kiwanis announces yard sale
Russellville Kiwanis wants to see you at its yard sale on Saturday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Glenfair Elementary School, 15300 N.E. Glisan St.
You will find sports equipment, books, toys, housewares, clothes and much more at great prices. All proceeds will be used to help community organizations supported by Kiwanis. These include SnowCap Community Charities, Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp for Disabled Individuals, DayBreak Family Shelter Network, Doernbecher Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House.
Find something for everyone at super sale
St. Rita’s annual super-sized garage sale will be held on Friday and Saturday, June 29 and 30 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the church basement. Children’s clothing, household items, tools, books, collectibles, furniture, toys and much, much more will be on display for smart shoppers. The sale will be at St. Rita Catholic Church, 10029 N.E. Prescott St.
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