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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. When you send submissions, please include all details that apply: date, start time, finish time, address, admission fee, a brief description of the event, including who it benefits if applicable, and a contact name and phone number or email address. Send a photo if you have one. Please identify each individual from left to right (large group shots can simply be identified by the group name) and provide the name of the photographer so we can give proper credit. Calendar submissions for the May issue are due Wednesday, April 15. For best results, email Darlene Vinson at editor@midcountymemo.com. Or mail your submissions to 3510 N.E. 134th Ave., Portland, OR 97230. To leave a phone message, call 503-287-8904.
EVENTS, ACTIVITIES AND CELEBRATIONS
Birds, bees and hikes for kids
Weekly children's Honey Bee Hikes begin Wednesday, April 2 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.
Join this regular weekly adventure for children ages 2 to 5 years. Explore the garden, look for wildlife, visit the bees, listen to a story or make a craft item. Every week is different. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The fee is $3 per child, non-walkers are free. Punch cards are available for purchase at the garden gift shop. Go on five hikes and get the sixth one free. Please check the website (leachgarden.org) for possible cancellations.
Groups of over 10 must pre-register at 503-823-1671.
REUNIONS
PHS class of 1964 sets reunion date
The Parkrose High class of 1964 celebrates 50 years Saturday, Aug. 2 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Portland Yacht Club, 1241 N.E. Marine Dr. Buffet and no host bar. $30 per person. Send your RSVP or questions to phs64@outlook.com.
Mail checks payable to Parkrose Class of 1964 to Parkrose Class of 1964, 3035 S.W. Underwood Dr., Portland, OR 97225.
PHS class of 1969 books new venue
The Parkrose High class of 1969 will gather for its 45th reunion at the Bradford's Sports Lounge, 10346 N.E. Halsey St., Saturday, July 12, beginning at 5 p.m. You may have seen mention of different venues in this space last month. What can we say? They're children of the sixties! Tickets are $20 per person. Find the registration form at Facebook.com/ParkroseAlumni or contact the reunion committee at parkrose1969reunion@yahoo.com to have one sent to you. Completed registration forms and payment are due by June 10.
DDHS class of 1984 sets reunion date
Save the date. The David Douglas High class of 1984 will celebrate 30 years Friday, July 18. Committee chair is Wendi Perkins Foster. Find details at reunionswithclass.com.
PHS class of 1984 seeks venue ideas
The Parkrose High class of 1984 is regrouping after learning this year's Rossi Farms Barn Bash was cancelled. Send venue recommendations and date preferences to Tammy Ross, Teresa Hire or Rebecca Trujillo. Ross' email is tamross@comcast.net.
PHS class of 2004 planning reunion
Plans are in the works for a 10-year reunion of the Parkrose High class of 2004. Find the Facebook group Parkrose High School 2004 to see updates and surveys for this reunion. Contact Aika M. Krecek at aika.krecek@gmail.com to learn more.
FUNDRAISERS
Keep music in our schools
The annual Parkrose Music Booster Tupperware fundraiser is April 1 through April 15. Online ordering and direct shipment is available at my.tupperware.com/rwanke. Talk to your favorite Parkrose music student, any Parkrose music teacher or contact Rebekah Wanke of the Parkrose Music Boosters at 503-255-7218 or rwanke100@comcast.net now to learn more or to place an order. Forty percent of sales will be donated to music programs district wide.
Cheer for the Blazers, support Parkrose schools
LaMarcus Aldridge. Damian Lillard. You know you want to see these NBA all stars up close. Now's your chance.
Purchase tickets for Blazer games April 4 vs. Phoenix, April 13 against Golden State or April 16 when the Los Angeles Clippers come to town and $5 of the price of each ticket will be donated to the Parkrose Educational Foundation.
Here's how it works: go to tickets.trailblazers.com/deals. Enter the promo code PEF, and choose your tickets. It's that easy.
If you buy 10 tickets or more, everyone in your group will receive a Trail Blazers hat or mini basketball, and each and every one of the 3,500 kids enrolled in Parkrose School District schools will thank you.
If you have questions, please get in touch Mike North, Portland Trailblazers group account manager at mike.north@trailblazers.com or 503-963-3978.
Auction supports homeless, low-income
Registration is now open for Human Solutions' Tonight's the Night Auction and Gala, which raises funds to support programs for low-income and homeless families in outer east Portland and east Multnomah County. The auction and gala is Friday, April 25, at the Melody Ballroom, 615 S.E. Alder St. Doors open at 6 p.m.
This fun and festive event includes silent and live auctions, dinner, cocktails, dancing, and live entertainment featuring Tony Starlight and The All Star Band. Tony and his band will play a variety of music from the 50s though the 80s, including hits by Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tom Jones, Burt Bacharach, Neil Diamond and Elton John.
Early bird registration is $75 per person if tickets are purchased before April 11. After April 11, registration is $85 per person. Tickets purchased 48 hours prior to the event are $125 each.
To register online, visit www.humansolutions.org. To register with a credit card by phone, contact Sara Fisher at 503-548-0283. To register via mail, send a check made out to Human Solutions to: Human Solutions, Attn: Sara Fisher, 12350 SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR 97236. Please write “Tonight's the Night” in the memo line of the check. For more information, contact Sara Fisher at sfisher@humansolutions.org.
Plant sale supports garden
Fill your garden with choice selections of trees, shrubs and northwest natives from 18 specialty nurseries and the Leach Botanical Garden at the annual Leach Garden plant sale, Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Floyd Light Middle School, 10800 S.E. Washington St. Fun essentials from the Leach Garden gift shop will be offered as well. For more information, go to www.leachgarden.org or call 503-823-1671.
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| The 11th Annual Parkrose Educational Foundation Auction is Saturday, April 12 at the Sheraton Portland Airport, 8235 N.E. Airport Way. The all-volunteer group raises thousands of dollars for distribution to Parkrose students for classroom needs a school budget does not provide. Mid-county Memo photo/Tim Curran |
Your participation will help the PEF celebrate Parkrose students past, present and future at this 'Back to the Future' themed event. Dress up like Dr. Brown or Marty McFly and pose for a photo with a real DeLorean.
Tickets are only $50 each. Round up a group of friends and neighbors to fill a table-it only takes eight-for a great night out in support of Parkrose students.
Can and bottle drop off
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| Parkrose Boosters monthly pop can and returnable bottle day is Saturday, April 5 at Parkrose Middle School. Mid-county Memo photo/Tim Curran |
Event raises money for mental health
Both donations and daffodils will be in bloom on April 26 for the annual “Swing into Spring” fundraising event for the Northwest Catholic Counseling Center. The benefit is at the Riverside Golf and Country Club, 8105 Northeast 33rd Dr., at 7 p.m. with dinner, music, and raffle prizes, all to raise money to help defray the cost of mental health counseling and medication management for the most vulnerable in our community. Tickets are $35 each; reserved tables of eight are $250 and can be purchased at www.nwcounseling.org or by calling 503-253-0964.
The Compassionate Heart Award will be presented to Mercedes Loprinzi, a long-time supporter of NCC.
All proceeds go straight to delivering NCC's mission of providing professional, compassionate mental health services to all, regardless of faith or finances. NCC is one of the few organizations offering a sliding scale for mental health services. Nearly 45 percent of clients are uninsured, and the vast majority receives some subsidization of counseling fees. Without the money raised at this event, many of the nearly 1,500 clients helped each year would have no access to mental health care services.
The cost of untreated mental health issues goes far beyond the tragic examples seen in the headlines: an estimated $100 billion in the United States annually in unnecessary disability, unemployment, inappropriate incarceration, suicide, substance abuse and homelessness (National Alliance on Mental Illness).
For 28 years, the nonprofit, independent NCC has offered therapy, educational classes, and psychiatric medication management for people all over the greater Portland and Vancouver metro areas regardless of financial resources.
Club sale helps open market
The annual Villa Garden Club spring plant sale is Saturday, May 3, at Parkrose Community Church of Christ, 12505 N.E. Halsey St. from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Along with garden favorites, choose from native plants and sedums and succulents as well. It is also the opening day of the Parkrose Farmers Market at the same location. Select healthy, reasonably priced plants to fill your flower beds, and pick up some fresh produce at the same time.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
What's going in Parkrose schools?
The joint Parkrose Middle School/Parkrose High School (PHS) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and Booster Club meeting is Tuesday, April 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the PHS Library, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Community members, business owners or representatives, parents and grandparents are invited to get involved in the education of Parkrose students.
Hear first-hand reports from educators, administrators, students, parents and volunteers. Learn about academics, athletics, music and more. Find out about open leadership opportunities.
Childcare and snacks are provided. Mark your calendar and plan to bring a friend or neighbor. To learn more, contact PHS PTO Booster President Annette Stevko-Frary at 503-281-3400 or annette@hollywoodchiro.net.
Dahlias and more
Learn about summer blooming bulbs at the Villa Garden Club meeting Thursday, April 24 at Savage Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1740 S. E. 139th Ave., beginning at 10:30 a.m. Shirley Bankston of Portland Dahlia Society, and Teresa Bergman from Cowlitz River Dahlia Farm will be on hand to talk about planting and caring for these colorful additions to your garden. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and dessert will be served. Please call Velda Altig at 503-252-7423 to learn more.
BAZAARS and CRAFT FAIRS
Shop 'til you drop
The annual American Legion Auxiliary Portland Unit 1, 1830 S.E. 122nd Ave. rummage sale is Friday and Saturday, April 11 and 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds benefit veterans programs. To learn more, contact Donna Linstead at 503-252-6245.
Handcrafted items make great gifts
The semi-annual craft fair at Parkview Christian Retirement Community, 1825 N.E. 108th Ave., is Friday April 25 and Saturday, April 26 from 9a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents hand craft baby items, toys, jewelry and tote bags and create original works of art. You will find gifts for Mom, Dad, birthdays and the graduates on your list.
GIVING BACK
Experience The Grotto's garden as a volunteer
For 90 years The Grotto, 8840 NE Skidmore St., has been a national shrine and a flourishing garden in the heart of Portland. As a Grotto volunteer, you will experience the peace and beauty of this unique landmark and urban oasis while supporting its mission to provide a sanctuary to all. Volunteer opportunities include landscape work, customer service, clerical support and help at special events at the Grotto Conference Center. Volunteers who complete 40 hours of service receive an annual family pass.
The Sunday Donut Cart reopens May 1. Volunteers are needed for this seasonal opportunity. For more information, contact Margaret Gunther, volunteer coordinator, at 503-261-2433 or mgunther@thegrotto.org.
THE ARTS
Concert to debut new works
Parkrose High choirs will debut two original pieces created exclusively for them by composer Chris Lawry at its annual spring concert Monday, April 7 at 7 p.m. in the Parkrose High Theater, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Choir director Lesley Bossert used funds from a Parkrose Educational Foundation Innovation Grant to commission two works by the British freelance composer. Lawry was tasked with creating something fun, quirky and rhythmical.
The first piece, “Welcome to Choir” is described by Lawry as fun, energetic and lively. The second piece, “On the Breath of the Wind,” will test the choir's ability to work together, according to the composer.
This is a free concert and is sure to be unique experience.
Learn watercolor from one of the best
Bea Greening is the Portland Fine Arts Guild guest instructor for April. She will be teaching skills needed by any serious watercolorist. In the first week, she plans to teach the class how to rescue some of their failed paintings by using glazing and color changes to bring out the hidden masterpieces. The second week will be dedicated to teaching students the skills needed to paint transparent glass, and students will bring all of their new skills together for the third-week painting project.
Classes are Monday April 7, 14 and 21 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Russellville Grange Hall, 12105 N.E. Prescott St. The fee is $12 per class for guild members, $15 for non-members.
Music is in the air
Celebrate spring with a free concert performed by the East County Community Orchestra and the Portland Metro Concert Band Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at David Douglas Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave. Refreshments will be available at intermission.
This concert is made possible by a grant from the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Exercise your acting chops
The Resurrection Players begin preparing for its next production, Neil Simon's “Odd Couple-Female Version,” with open auditions Saturday, April 19, at 6 p.m. at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 1700 N.E. 132nd Ave.
Six women, ages 20 to 60, and two men of the same age are needed to fill Olive Madison's apartment with Trivial Pursuit, would-be suitors, and loads of laughs. Directed by Christopher Keller and produced by Linda Highman, this delightful comedy will play on the weekends of Aug. 16 and 23. Highman would love to answer your questions at 503-254-6257.
Youth music and drama camp accepting registrations
Now in its eighth year, the Parkrose United Methodist Church (PUMC) music and drama camp is open to young people entering grades 3 through 8. The camp is under the direction of talented music instructors, Molly Fazio, from Lloyd Light Middle School, and Lesley Bossert, from Parkrose High School. The camp fee is $50. Scholarships and family prices are available on the basis of financial need. The camp will be held Aug. 4 through 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A family barbeque will be held Aug. 8 at 5 p.m. followed by a performance at 6 p.m. For more information and to receive a registration form,contact Jan Schmidt at 503-654-4817. Space is limited to 40 campers. PUMC is located at 11111 N.E. Knott St.
EDUCATION
Connect to kindergarten
If you live in the David Douglas School District and have a child who is ready to begin kindergarten in the fall, tour your neighborhood school Thursday, April 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Meet the kindergarten teachers and principals, visit classrooms, take a bus ride and learn some readiness activities.
To register your child, bring his or her birth certificate, immunization form and record of immunizations and proof of residency. This can be a driver's license, rental receipt or current bill.
Spanish and Russian translators will be available. Childcare will be available for siblings. If you do not know your neighborhood home school, call 503-256-6526.
Pre-school registrations open
Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool, 11560 S.E. Market St., is now accepting registrations for the 2014-15 school year. Call 503-256-1835 to set up a tour. The preschool programs are for 3 and 4 year olds and meet Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Learn more on Facebook or on the web at www.glcportland.org/preschool.
SENIOR RESOURCES
Walk the slough and the gorge
Gresham Senior Hiking-Outdoor Group is a senior group that provides friendly, safe and interesting programs that encourage seniors to be more active while enjoying the beauty of nature. All outings begin at the Ambleside Gresham Senior Center, 405 N.E. 5th St., in Gresham. There are no dues. Participants are asked to reimburse drivers. Contact Rose Marie Gilbert to sign up for free email notifications at gilbertrosemarie@centurylink.net or call her at 503-761-2357 to request a notification by mail. There is a $5 annual subscription fee.
Tour a portion of the Columbia Slough Natural Area Thursday, April 3 beginning at Smith and Bybee lakes. This 3.5 mile walk will conclude with a tour of the University of Portland campus. Depart Ambleside at 9:30 a.m. The fee is $5.
Walk the Cape Horn Trail for spectacular Columbia River Gorge views Thursday, April 24 departing Ambleside at 9 a.m. The hike is about five miles, and boots are recommended. Dress for the weather, and bring a lunch to eat along the way. The fee is $6.
LIBRARIES
Support annual used book sale
More than 20,000 items are offered at the Friends of the Multnomah County Library's 13th annual Spring Used Book Sale the weekend of April 11-13 in the Gresham Station shopping center, 1271 NW Civic Dr., in Gresham.
Proceeds from the sale benefit the Multnomah County Library.
Kicking things off is a Members-Only Night Friday, April 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. Annual memberships start at $10 for individuals and $15 for families. Memberships can be purchased at any time, including at the door Friday night.
Admission is free to the public on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prices will be discounted by 50 percent Sunday.
Hardcover and quality trade paperbacks start at $2, mass market paperbacks and children's books at 50 cents, CDs at $2, and DVDs at $3. Also available in this new and used collection are audio books, LPs, video tapes, pamphlets, sheet music, and maps in good to excellent condition.
No electronic devices to check prices will be allowed during Friday's Members-Only Night. Phones, scanners and other devices will be allowed Saturday and Sunday for checking individual items. Items cannot be set aside to be scanned later.
Our ever-popular Collector's Corner will be back. These special and rare books and ephemera are culled from the Friends' online store and will be available for purchase Friday and Saturday. Friends members can enjoy 10 percent off at the Collector's Corner on Friday night.
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.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children from birth to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Thursdays from 4:15 to 5 p.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
“Stained Glass” for Kids: Make beautiful stained glass designs using recycled plastic, melted crayons, paper and paint with artist Addie Boswell. After drawing and cutting a design for your window frame, you can mix a variety of colors for the glass. Take your finished art home to catch sunlight in the windows and brighten up your spring. Nontoxic and great for kids ages 5 to 10. Saturday, April 12 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Paint Mix-Up: Did you know you can make any color in the world with just red, yellow and blue? Using dyes and acrylic paint learn how to mix secondary colors and create all the colors in the rainbow. Then conduct your own color experiments making pink, aquamarine, chartreuse and more. Children ages 4 to 6 can work on basic mixing and painting techniques while kids ages 7-10 can practice advanced painting with tints and hues. Saturday, April 19 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Minecraft Club: Meet up to chat about all things Minecraft. Review mods, participate in building challenges, or work together to complete a map. Bring your own laptop or use belonging to the library. Tuesday, April 1 from 3:30 to 5:30 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. Tuesdays, April 8 and 22 from 4 to 5 p.m.
150 YEARS/150 FACES: Our beloved library has been around since 1864, and this year the library celebrates its 150th anniversary. Since its inception, the library has served an important role in the community, but that role has changed and evolved over the decades. Serving as the 150 Teen Interview Team, participants will join facilitator Anya Hankin to take cameras and notepads into their libraries to snap portraits and unfold the stories of 150 diverse library goers. The portraits and words gathered by each 150 Teen Interview Team will be complied into 150 Years/150 Faces - a short video showcasing the diversity of our library patrons and the many roles the library plays in our community.
Tuesday, April 22 from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.
A Good Yarn: 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 from 6 to 7:30 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 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Sundays from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Lotion Making Class: Learn how to make your own natural moisturizers from scratch using healing vegetable and seed oils. Topics include everything from the chemistry of emulsion to how to preserve your moisturizers safely (or avoid preservatives altogether). Class is taught by Sellwood Soap Company. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, April 5 from 2 to 3 p.m.
The Story Unfolds-Accordion Adventure Book: In honor of Multnomah County Library turning 150 years old, participants will create a book together using the theme of “The Story Unfolds.” Come build an accordion book that has fold out pages, a signature of graph paper for note taking, two pages of heavy watercolor paper for sketching or painting on, and a reclaimed map hard cover. It is the perfect book in which to record your next great adventure. Learn the basic skills of bookmaking and leave with a handmade book of your very own. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, April 13 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Pageturners Book Group: Read “The Complete Maus” by Art Spiegelman. 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. Monday, April 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 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.
Book Babies: Storytime for children from birth to 12 months with adult. Mondays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
and 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Mondays and Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Family Storytime: Storytime for children 2 to 7 years with adult. Sundays from 3 to 3:45 p.m., except April 20 and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7 p.m.
Black Storytime: The African and African American experience comes alive for children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult and other family members). Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to noon, except April 26.
Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 2:15 to 3 p.m., except April 26.
Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Sundays from 1 to 1:45 p.m.
Russian Storytime: Storytime presented in Russian for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Tuesdays from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
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 to 5:30 p.m.
Masters of Illusion: Can you make it look like pictures are moving around, changing places or jumping out at you? You can if you're a master of illusion. Come for this hour of 3-D glasses, flip sticks and fun animation games. Take your creations home to fool your friends. Saturday, April 19 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros: A celebration of childhood and bilingual literacy. Join in for music, crafts and special activities. Saturday, April 26 from 2 to 4 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. Wednesdays, April 2, 16 and 30 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog from Pet Partners. Registration is required; call 503-988-5392. Saturdays, April 12 and 26 from noon to 2 p.m.
Phad Thai Noodles: Phad Thai is a traditional Thai dish that is loved and enjoyed by many. Learn how to make this dish for your friends and family. The group will prepare this simple noodle dish together and sample their creation at the end of class. For teens in grades 6-12. Wednesday, April 16 from 3:30 to 5 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. Saturdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m., except April 26.
Recycling and Composting 101: An in-depth introduction to waste reduction techniques, the environmental benefits, where your waste goes for processing, and which materials can be included in your composting and recycling. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, April 6 from 1 to 2 p.m.
The Wisdom Project's Film Screening: Watch and discuss two films produced by the Native American nonprofit organization Wisdom of the Elders, Inc. Learn about Alaskan Native elders' response to climate issues and the importance of preserving earth-based cultures. Wednesday, April 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
William Stafford's Way: As part of Oregon Reads 2014, poet Tim Barnes will present a vivid outline of the life, writing and ideas of William Stafford by discussing key poems in “Ask Me: 100 Essential Poems.” Sunday, April 13 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Read “The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration” by Isabel Wilkerson for discussion Wednesday, April 16 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Read “The Beekeeper's Apprentice, or, On the Segregation of the Queen” by Laurie R. King for discussion Tuesday, April 22 from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Getting Organized 101: A professional organizer will share organizing tips and techniques. Learn why clutter happens, how to stop cluttering, and how to stay organized. Great door prizes will be offered. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Thursday, April 17 from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
150 Years of Library Memories-Community Scan-In: Do you have old letters, photographs or slides related to the library that you would like to have scanned? Come to Multnomah County Library's 150th Anniversary Scan-In and have library staff show you how to scan your photos, slides and letters to make digital copies. We can scan up to three items no larger than 8.5 inches by 11.7 inches; a USB drive will be provided. Because of time and equipment limitations, we may not be able to scan all of your treasures. Selected scans may be included, with permission, in the library's upcoming digital collection titled “150 Years of Library Memories.” Made possible by The Library Foundation. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. when assistance in Russian and Vietnamese is available and Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m. when assistance in Chinese is available.
E-books and Audiobooks-Hands-on Help: Got an e-reader? Like to read on your tablet? Want to read or listen to a book on your phone or iPod? Drop in for one-on-one help. Please bring your device and any other equipment you need to download and/or transfer files. Made possible in part by The Library Foundation. Fridays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Introduction to Computers: In this four-session course, you will learn basic computer skills. This course is ideal for someone who has a little experience with the computer but wants to know more. Offered by OASIS Connections. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Mondays, April 7 to 28 from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
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