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THE ARTS
Company to present satire
Why did England lose the colonies in the American Revolution? Irish author, essayist, critic, and man of letters George Bernard Shaw had some ideas. In telling them he introduces us to Dick Dudgeon, a dashing young American hero who disdains heroism, and a comical cast of characters who just might be heroes of the revolution.
Join Mt. Hood Repertory Theatre Company for this biting, satiric study of how the bumbling British lost the Colonies in the War of Independence, as it continues its 2005-2006 Readers Theatre season with George Bernard Shaw’s “The Devil’s Disciple,” directed by Keith Scales.
“The Devil’s Disciple” will be read at the Reynolds Middle School Theater, 1200 N.E. 201 St. Ave. on Monday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. Admission is $7.
For more information and to learn about the company’s full schedule call 503-491-5950 or visit the Web site at www.mthoodrep.org.
Students will present “Guys and Dolls”
Tickets for the fall musical, "Guys and Dolls" go on sale Tuesday, Nov. 15 after school in the Horner Performing Arts Center at David Douglas High School, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave.
The show features more than 80 performers, a large orchestra and technical support from dozens of students. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec 1, 2, 3 and, 8, 9, 10. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. For more information, call the ticket hotline at 503-261-8270.
EVENTS
Groundwater 101 workshop on tap
Curious about where your drinking water comes from? Join the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council for Groundwater 101, a free educational workshop that will teach you the basics of how groundwater works, what role it plays in our drinking water system, and what needs to be done to protect this important resource. This workshop is casual, in a classroom-style setting with groundwater experts. Hands-on activities include a tour of a groundwater pump station, water testing and a water taste test. Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited and advance registration is required.
The workshop is Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center, 16021 N.E. Airport Way. For more information contact Eric Kellon at eric.kellon@columbiaslough.org or 503-281-1132.
Land use workshop upcoming
A free workshop on the "ABC's of Land Use" will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5. Participants will learn about the City of Portland's planning and land use review processes so they may be better-informed advocates for their neighborhoods and communities. The workshop will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in City Hall, located at 1221 S.W. 4th Ave. The event is co-sponsored by the City of Portland Office of Neighborhood Involvement and Neighbors West/Northwest.
The workshop open to the public, but you must register in advance. Space is limited to the first 30 who register.
Attendees will learn the definition of Land Use Reviews, the difference between various types of reviews, and how to understand and respond to any LUR notice received.
Participants will take part in a hands-on exercise applying approval criteria and responding to typical land use case scenarios. You'll get a chance to meet fellow land use activists involved with similar issues in their neighborhoods. Presenters include Kara Fioravanti with the Bureau of Development Services and Troy Doss with the Bureau of Planning.
For more information or to register, contact Brian Hoop at 503-823-3075 or bhoop@ci.portland.or.us, or go to www.portlandonline.com/oni.
The lutefisk are running
It’s official. The elusive lutefisk have been spotted in their annual migration to the Norse Hall in Portland.
Join Sons of Norway Grieg Lodge on Sunday, Nov. 13 for a daylong celebration of Scandinavian food, fellowship and fun, including a special Veteran’s Day commemoration featuring the Two Sisters Trio swing band, a rummage sale and Swedish bake sale.
The menu will include lutefisk, meatballs, homemade lefse, potatoes, coleslaw, cranberry relish, flatbrod, prune pudding, white sauce, coffee and tea.
Reserved seatings are set for 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Call 503-236-3401 or 503-771-2689 for reservations. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.
The Norse Hall is located at 111 N.E. 11th Ave.
Resource fair for caregivers offered
Caregivers who care for seniors, people with disabilities or children with special needs will find multiple public and private agencies all under one roof at a resource fair scheduled for Friday, Nov. 18. The Family Caregiver Resource Fair is free to the public and will provide information and resources on topics including:
• In-home assistance
• Long long-term care options
• Adult Day Programs
• Support associations
• Caregiver support groups
• Stress reduction
• Legal issues
The resource fair will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Providence Portland Medical Center Social Room,4805 N.E. Glisan St.
“It can be overwhelming for caregivers to figure out how to find the help they need,” says Stephanie Spann, Lifespan Respite Coordinator. “The Family Caregiver Resource Fair will provide caregivers convenient access to a variety of resources all in one place--another benefit for caregivers who don’t have a lot of free time to spend.”
Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services Family Caregiver Support Program and Lifespan Respite sponsor the Family Caregiver Resource Fair. For more information call the Helpline at 503-988-3646.
Festival links storytelling, literacy
Multnomah County Library’s sixth annual Tapestry of Tales Family Storytelling Festival will take place Nov. 16 through 20 at libraries and community venues throughout the county. Admission to most events is free, unless otherwise noted, and the public is invited to attend. The full list of festival events is available at www.multcolib.org/events/tales.
Since 2000, more than 25,000 people of all ages have experienced the magic and joy of storytelling. Storytelling plays an important role in building and sustaining lifelong readers by strengthening literacy skills through exposure to rich language and vocabulary and by building listening and thinking skills. In addition, audiences have the opportunity to explore the diversity of people by listening to stories from different cultures and parts of the country and even the world.
This year’s group of five tellers is an eclectic mix hailing from all over the country whose repertoire includes Native American stories, Appalachian tall tales, myths, fables, Chinese folk tales and stories with outrageous sound effects.
On Sunday, Nov. 20, from 1 to 5 p.m., the festival wraps up with the “Family Finale” featuring all five festival tellers and a Story Swap at the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization, 10301 N.E. Glisan St. Seating at all events is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
LIBRARIES
Library has special sale
Multnomah County Library's Title Wave Used Bookstore, located at 216 N.E. Knott St., will hold its Customer Appreciation Sale on Friday, Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
All merchandise on the sales floor will be discounted. Upon entering, each customer will receive an envelope with a discount coupon for 15 to 75 percent off Title Wave merchandise or a $100 Title Wave gift certificate.
The volunteer-operated Title Wave Used Bookstore recycles old library materials, offering shoppers a selection of more than 20,000 used books, videos, DVDs, records, magazines, CDs and cassettes at bargain prices. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.; the store is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 503-988-5021 or visit www.multcolib.org/about/mcl-tw.html.
Space at programs listed below is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386, www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult, Mondays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family. Wednesdays, Nov. 2 and 30 from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. (except Nov. 24)
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. (except Nov. 25)
Bilingual Storytime: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages. Wednesdays, Nov. 9 and 23 from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
Symphony Storytime: The Oregon Symphony is on the road for interactive, musical story times. This series focuses on storybooks, music, instruments, sound and fun musical crafts. Each week features a visit from an Oregon Symphony musician who will play and provide an introduction to his or her instrument and orchestral music. Enjoy music, hands-on crafts and fun for all ages. Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
King of the Bongo: Join storyteller Rick Huddle for fun, silly jungle stories and songs. Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
Artist Trading Cards: Create your own trading cards using colored pencils, rubber stamps, collage and more. You may keep your cards or trade with other artists. Saturday, Nov. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Teen Lounge & Homework Center: Use library computers to access the Internet and do word processing; get homework help from trained staff and online tutors; or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs, teens grades six to 12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. (except Nov. 24)
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 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Friends of the Library sponsor this book club. Read “The Bookseller of Kabul” by Asne Seierstad. Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 7 to 8 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. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. You may also ask for basic assistance writing reports, creating résumés, establishing an e-mail account, preparing research projects, filling out online application forms, and locating library and Internet resources, Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m. and Tuesdays, Nov. 22 and 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Searching the Web: Prerequisite: Web Basics or Internet experience. This new, two-hour class combines Web Searching I and Web Searching II so you can learn several Web searching tools at once. Improve your understanding of subject indexes and search engines and learn how to evaluate the quality of the information you find on the Web. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon.
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 mouse. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Library 101: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn to use the library catalog and magazine database. Look up titles and place holds using your library card. Find the latest information from magazines and newspapers. Please bring your library card to class. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392, www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid/html
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years. Daily from 1:30 to1:45 p.m. (except Nov. 24)
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to12 months. Tuesdays, Nov. 1, 8 and 15 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months. Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9 and 16 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months. Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9 and 16 from 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Preregistration required; call 503-988-5734. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m. (except Nov. 24)
Storytelling with Donald Davis: Join storyteller Donald Davis as he masterfully celebrates the human spirit in true-to-life stories of kin, neighbors and growing up in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Space at this program is limited. Free tickets for seating will be available 60 minutes prior to the program. Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Native American Inter Tribal: This intertribal ensemble creates the atmosphere of a pow-wow through drumming, dance, storytelling and humor of indigenous people. Members of the group represent several Native American tribes who can share diverse perspectives and traditions. Saturday, Nov. 26 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to therapy dogs from the Dove Lewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Preregistration required; call 503-988-5392 Mondays, Nov. 7 and 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Friends of the Library sponsor this book club.
For Tuesday, Nov. 8 read “Mountains Beyond Mountains” by Tracy Kidder. The group will meet from 6:45 to 8 p.m.
For Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 1 to 2:15 p.m. read “Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance” by Barack Obama.
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. Food will be served. Only English will be spoken. Sign up in advance at the library, or just drop by for any session, Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Bilingual Knitting for Beginners: Learn the purl stitch, slipknots and other basic knitting stitches. Needles, yarn and patterns provided, or bring your own, to create a scarf, blanket or other knit project, adults as well as children ten and older. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Fridays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
New Catalog with Mouse Basics: This class is designed for the beginning computer user. Learn how to use the mouse as you learn about the new library catalog. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, Nov. 4 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn 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. You must preregister and attend all three sessions. Register online, at the library, or by calling 503-988-5234, Mondays, Nov. 7, 14 and 21; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Fridays, Nov. 4, 11 and 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
New Catalog for the Computer Savvy: Stop by to learn how to get around in the new library catalog. Learn about the new features and all the great things you can do with this new system. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. and
Monday, Nov. 21 from 2:30 to 4 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 mouse. Preregistration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Nov. 7 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
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