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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 June issue are due Thursday, May 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
Tours planned in celebration of public gardens
National Public Gardens Day takes place the Friday before Mother's Day each year. It is an annual celebration of the nation's public gardens, recognizing the important role botanical gardens and arboreta play in promoting environmental stewardship, plant and water conservation, green spaces, and education in communities nationwide. Enjoy this opportunity to stroll in Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., on your own, or join Garden Curator Courtney Vengarick for a special free guided garden tour from 11 a.m. to noon, Friday, May 9. Volunteers will be on hand in the Manor House to share stories about the garden and its colorful founders, John and Lilla Leach.

Here's your chance to cleanup
The Parkrose Neighborhood Association and Parkrose Heights Association of Neighbors plan a joint community cleanup Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. until noon, or until the dumpsters are full, at Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St.

Recycle unwanted electronics, appliances, metals and non-commercial tires, and responsibly dispose of non-toxic and non-hazardous bulky items that are too large to be collected curbside. First come, first served. The suggested donation to help defer costs is $5 for cars, $10 for pick-ups and vans and $20 for oversized loads.

Acceptable bulky items include furniture, mattresses, bathtubs, sinks and rugs.

Do not bring liquids; hazardous, toxic or flammable materials; construction or landscaping materials; yard waste; commercial or kitchen garbage; commercial tires; Styrofoam, batteries; recyclable plastics, glass or paper; or items larger than a seven-foot sofa. They will not be accepted.

Consider bringing items to the Stop n' Swap station as well. Neighbors are encouraged to swap gently used, unwanted items that have some life left in them. Think old toys, bookshelves, small furnishings, bikes, tools or trinkets.

Literature explaining how to reduce use of hazardous and toxic household products and how to expand recycling effectiveness will be available.

Volunteers are needed for an expanded litter pickup effort. Teams of litter patrols will scour both neighborhoods in search of litter beginning at 9 a.m.

Contact Tom Badrick, PHAN chair, at 503-610-4700 or Joan Stevens, cleanup chair, at 503-254-0845 to volunteer.

Fun is elementary
A family fun night and carnival is on tap Saturday, May 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Portland Christian Elementary, 11845 S.E. Market St. There will be games and activities in classrooms, a bounce house, cake walk and face painting for all. Join the fun as teachers and staff members come face to face with cream pies.

Hotdogs, cotton candy and root beer floats will be served.

Contact the school at 503-256-5455 to learn more.

Students embracing cultural diversity
Parkrose High School SWAG (Students Working to Achieve Greatness in the Community) members host its annual Multicultural Festival Friday, May 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the high school, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Share in a community potluck and enjoy performances by a variety of cultural groups. There will be games for kids and fun for the whole family.

Critters come to the garden
With Wild Critters as the theme, this year's Leach Botanical Garden Children's Nature Fair Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. brings visiting animals from the Oregon Zoo, Zenger Farm and the Audubon Society of Portland. Adding to the fun will be scavenger hunts, nature-based crafts, papermaking, Ladybug Walks and of course the ever-popular annual Banana Slug races, music and ice cream.

Join Leach Garden Volunteers, the Oregon Zoo, Portland Parks & Recreation Environmental Education, Portland Audubon Society, Zenger Farm, and other environmental organizations for this fun day in the Garden.

This is a free event. Donations will be accepted.

Leach Botanical Garden is at 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.

Unlocking botanical secrets
Secrets of botany will be revealed in this hands-on class at Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., Sunday, May 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. Discover how botanists identify characteristics of related plants. Learn to recognize patterns to help you more easily identify both native and ornamental plants by grouping them into families. This last class in the series will focus on the array of May blooming plants throughout the garden, covering botanic terminology and common plant families and their characteristics. Both beginning botanists and those with prior plant recognition skills will benefit from this class. Pre-registration is required. The class fee is $25. For information and registration go to www.leachgarden.org or call 503-823-1671.

Listen to the birdies
It is spring and the song birds are returning. Join a Bird Song Walk at Leach Botanical Garden Tuesday May 20 or Tuesday June 3 at 7 a.m. Learn to identify birds by their call on these early morning walks led by Audubon's Ron Escano. Meet at upper garden administrative annex, 6550 S.E. 122nd Ave. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Be prepared for the weather, it can be surprisingly cool in the morning shade. The group will walk for an hour or more, but you can leave whenever you need. Steady rain cancels the event. This is a free event and no registration is required.

Diversity and talent feted
The David Douglas SUN Multicultural Fair is Wednesday, May 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the David Douglas High north cafeteria, 1001 S.E. 135th Ave. Celebrate the David Douglas school community's rich diversity and talent. This free resource fair will include music, dance, a raffle, transportation and dinner. Everyone is invited-families, kids and community members. Contact the SUN room at 503-262-4431 for more information.

Cycle the well field
If you want to find out what has these folks so excited, join the Cycle the Well Field bicycle tour to learn about our water supply Saturday, May 31.
COURTESY COLUMBIA SLOUGH WATERSHED COUNCIL
Join the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council for a free bicycle tour through Portland's Columbia South Shore Well Field, Saturday, May 31 from 8:34 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The ride will begin and end at Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station, 9920 N.E. Cascades Parkway.

Located deep below the Columbia Slough Watershed, the city's well field is capable of producing close to 100 million gallons of high quality drinking water per day. The well field is used as an emergency backup for the Bull Run source and to augment our water supply during the summer when demand for water is higher.

At several stops along the ride, experts from the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council will reveal the mysteries of groundwater, discuss how groundwater provides flexibility and reliability to the city's water supply and explain how we can all protect this important resource.

This ride is approximately 16 miles over relatively flat terrain, at a slow to moderate pace and is suitable for advanced beginner and intermediate riders due to the length and possible headwinds. Bring your bike, helmet, water bottle and lunch. Dress for the weather. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Helmets and pre-registration are required.

Refreshments and give-aways will be provided. Space is limited so register early. Register online at http://columbiaslough.org/index.php/events/event/107/ or contact Penny Beckwith at penny.beckwith@columbiaslough.org or 503-281-1132.

State champs host dance clinic
If you love dance and are in kindergarten through the 8th grade, join the state championship Parkrose Elite Dance Team for its annual clinic Saturday, May 31 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Parkrose High School gym, 12003 N.E. Shaver St.

Participants will be taught proper stretching, introductory dance techniques and drill down and will learn a routine that will be performed for friends and family at the end of the clinic.

Bring a water bottle and come dressed in athletic pants or shorts and either jazz shoes or sneakers. Jeans are not recommended.

Register in advance for $20. Registration at the door will be $25. Advance registration by May 15 will include a t-shirt.

Contact dance team Coach Shannon Nguyen at 503-307-7769 or nguyesha@parkrose.k12.or.us to obtain a registration form or for more details.

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 reunion at Bradford's in Gateway
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 venue 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 15.

DDHS class of 1984 sets 30th 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 reunion up in the air
The Parkrose High class of 1984 is regrouping after learning the Barn Bash has been cancelled for this year. Send venue recommendations and date preferences to Tammy Ross, Teresa Hire or Rebecca Trujillo. Ross' email is tamross@comcast.net.

PHS class of 2004 plans 10th 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
Save your cans and bottles
The Parkrose Bronco Boosters and Parkrose High student leaders will turn your refundable cans and bottles into cash for activities, events and scholarships. Make a drop off Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Parkrose Middle School, 11800 N.E. Shaver St. to support their efforts.

Chow down at pancake breakfast
The 53rd annual Montavilla Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, May 17 from 8 a.m. until noon at Columbia Christian School, 413 N.E. 91st Ave. Enjoy pancakes, eggs, ham, coffee, juice and milk for only $6 per person or $15 per family. The Cover Dogs Bluegrass Band will perform, and there will be plenty of entertainment for the kids. Funds raised will benefit Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp, SnowCap Community Charities and other projects.

Fuchsia enthusiasts hold sale
The Oregon Fuchsia Society plant sale is Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Fabric Depot parking lot at Southeast 122nd Avenue and Stark Street. Learn about the many forms of fuchsias suitable for our Portland gardens and select a few to take home.

Celebrate new organ, support choir
The Unistus Chamber Choir will perform at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 11560 S.E. Market St., Sunday, May 18, at 3 p.m. This event will serve as a fundraiser for the choir which plans to travel to Estonia this summer and will offer a chance for the church to showcase its new organ as well. The choir is directed by Lonnie Cline, formerly the choral professor at Clackamas Community College. A reception follows the concert.

Tickets-available at the door-are $10 for adults, $7 for students and seniors.

Buy tickets to win a Mustang
This 2014 Mustang MCA edition could be yours. Sale of raffle tickets supports the Kiwanis Doernbecher Children's Cancer Progam.
COURTESY KIWANIS/Oregon and SW Washington
Tickets for the annual Ford Mustang raffle sponsored by Kiwanis Clubs in Oregon and Southwest Washington are now available. The car is valued at around $21,000, and the winning ticket will be drawn at the Oregon State Fair Labor Day Monday, Sept. 1. You do not need to be present to win, but you can't win if you do not buy tickets. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Contact Charlie Ross at 503-252-1570, 503-816-8660 or candgross1@comcast.net to get in on this great opportunity in support of Doernbecher Children's Cancer Program.

Run or walk for Parkrose schools
Parkrose schools are participating in the annual Tonkin for the Love of Schools run Sunday, June 1 in Wilsonville.

The Tonkin Family of auto dealerships underwrites all expenses associated with this event, so 100 percent of your entry fee will come back to Parkrose.

Events include kids 5K and 10K runs, adult 5K and 10K run or walk and a half marathon. For those of you who would like to support Parkrose schools, but cannot make the run, there is a Sleep In option. You'll receive a t-shirt in acknowledgement of your support.

Go to fortheloveofschools.com, click on Register Now, then click on the Bronco logo to select Parkrose schools. From there you will be asked to choose a specific school, Parkrose PTO or the Parkrose Educational Foundation to receive your donation.

Put together a group of friends to run or walk and encourage your family and neighbors to join the fun. Remember to tell out of area friends about the Sleep In option.

To learn more, please contact Annette Stevko-Frary at annette@hollywoodchiro.net or at 503-281-3400.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Garden trip on agenda
Villa Garden Club monthly business meeting will be followed by field trip to Oral Hull, Gardens of Enchantment, in Sandy. The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. at Savage Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1740 S.E. 139th Ave. Coffee and dessert will be served around noon after which carpools will depart for the garden.

Please call Velda Altig at 503-252-7423 to learn more.

Learn about criminal property evidence management
Evidence management is critical to the outcome of criminal prosecutions. If any of the evidence for a prosecution is mishandled, it can compromise the outcome of the prosecution.

What happens to the evidence that is collected at a crime scene? Why is it important? Where it is stored? How long is it kept and when it is discarded?

Learn the answers to these questions and more at the East Portland Involved Citizens meeting Wednesday, May 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the East Precinct Community Room located at 737 S.E. 106th Ave. Former commander Dave Benson is the guest speaker.

THE ARTS
Artists work in chalk
Portland Fine Arts Guild May classes will be taught by PFAG member Carolyn Wagler. Wagler's medium of choice for these classes is chalk pastels. Students will work from source material provided by Wagler or from their own landscape photos.

Classes are Monday, May 5, 12 and 19 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Russellville Grange Hall, 12105 N.E. Prescott St.

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Student talent displayed
The annual David Douglas High Student Art Show begins with a reception Thursday, May 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the school district office breezeway, 1500 S.E. 130th Ave. Join students and art department staff for light refreshments. The works will be on display from May 12 through May 23.

Russell students perform with honors choir
Parkrose Russell Elementary students tapped to participate in the Oregon Music Educators Association District 2 Elementary Honors Choir are Kaitlyn Fritz, Sydney Fritz, Kinhdara Nguyen, Frida Vazquez-Escobar, Olivia Hall, Lilly Varner and Zoe Robinson. They will participate in a free concert Saturday, May 17 at David Douglas Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 S.E. 130th Ave.

PCJH showcases arts
The Portland Christian Junior High drama class will present“A Little Princess”, a one-act play by R.N. Sandberg, and“Don't Tell a Soul”, a farce by Arthur Le Roy Kaser. The chorus has prepared some songs, the intermediate band will perform and there will be works on display by the art and photography classes. The Showcase is Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m., in the San Rafael campus cafeteria, 12425 N.E. San Rafael St. There is a free event.

Spring concert includes Broadway faves
The Portland Metro Concert Band presents its spring concert Friday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the David Douglas Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 SE 130th Ave.

The program will feature a variety of concert band music, including music from Broadway musicals, compositions by modern composers, and as always, a march or two. This 40-piece band, under the direction of Jay Burchak and Jack Mahoney, offers this concert free to the community, and invites everyone to enjoy the music in this accessible venue.

Design a book cover for cash
Calling all aspiring artists, graphic designers, and history aficionados. While we are taught to never judge a book by its cover, a striking design can make all of the difference between picking up your next favorite read, or passing it over while browsing countless shelves at the bookstore. And while made-up stories are no good for history tests, imagining the past through historical fiction can be enriching for readers and writers. Think you have what it takes to design an award-winning book of Oregon historical fiction? Enter the Oregon Historical Society, The Oregon Encyclopedia, and Ooligan Press Book Cover Design Contest.

The contest is open to all Oregon and SW Washington middle and high school students. To enter, students must send a high-resolution PDF of their book cover to bookcover@ohs.org. A book title and 'blurb' of 75 words or fewer must accompany the design, and should describe the imagined story and its link to Oregon history. Students must include their name, contact information, school, and grade level in their email submission. Submission deadline is May 31, 2014 at midnight. The grand prize winner will receive $150, second place will receive $100 and third place will receive $50. Additional contest details can be found at http://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/content/design_contest/.

EDUCATION
Bronco musicians make state
Parkrose High hosted the Northwest Oregon Conference district band competition last month. In addition to producing a great event and earning compliments from participants and league officials, the PHS Symphonic Band qualified for the OSAA State Band Championship competition Friday, May 16 at LaSells Stewart Center at Oregon State University in Corvallis. Paul Jolstad is the PHS band director.

Improve your English language skills
Adult English as a Second Language classes are held every Monday and Wednesday in Room 122 at David Douglas High School, 1001 N.E. 135th Ave. Everyone is welcome, classes are free, and childcare is provided. Contact the SUN Community School for more information at 503-262-4431.

David Douglas changes calendar
The David Douglas School Board has moved up the last day of school to Tuesday, June 10. Summer break begins Wednesday, June 11. The change was made because 11 schools in the district will be undergoing major construction projects over the summer. This will help ensure work is completed by the start of school in the fall.

Thinking about preschool?
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
Wildflowers and river views beckon
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.

Hike Catherine Creek in the Columbia River Gorge Tuesday, May 13. The trail can be rocky and muddy. Hiking boots are recommended. Bring a lunch and be prepared for a wildflower show and for the weather along this 4 mile trail with great views of the Gorge. Departs Ambleside at 8:30 a.m. The fee is $14.

Friday, May 30 explore the neighborhood along North Willamette Boulevard and enjoy views of the Willamette River and the west hills as you walk a 3.5-mile section of the 40-Mile Loop. A restaurant stop for lunch will be on the itinerary. Bring lunch money and $4 for the transportation fee. Departs Ambleside at 10 a.m.

If you have questions, contact Rose Marie Gilbert at 503-762-2357.

Birthday party for centenarians
Meals on Wheels People will host a birthday party for area residents age 99 and older Wednesday, May 14 at the Riverside Golf and Country Club, 8105 N.E. 33rd Dr. from 1:30 to 3 p.m. The event will feature a special birthday cake from New Seasons Market,“Happy Birthday” sung by Susannah Mars and entertainment by the Millennium Clarinets Quartet and the Ballroom Dance Company.

“We are celebrating seniors and all they bring to our community,” said Meals on Wheels People Executive Director Joan Smith.“Our seniors not only dine with us daily, but many of them volunteer and continue to find meaningful worth well into their second century. We want to honor them and their many accomplishments.”

Meals on Wheels People also hopes to set a Guinness record for the most centenarians gathered together at one time. The current record is 28 100-year-olds set in Essex, UK in 2009.

If you know someone age 99 and older who would like to attend the event, please RSVP by May 9 to 503-953-8136. Riverside Golf and Country Club is located at 81-5 NE 33rd Dr. in Portland.

Help students with money management
Volunteers are needed to simulate real-life situations at the upcoming Pacific Northwest Federal Credit Union Financial Reality Fair (PNWFCU) at Parkrose High. Fifty or so Future Business Leaders of American students will be challenged to live within a specific monthly budget. They will be given real life options, choices and obstacles as they move through stations at the fair. After the exercise is completed, they will have the opportunity to review their choices with financial professionals.

PNWFCU hopes to prepare students for life after high school by offering money management tools. While the fair will work with a select group of students this year, Judy Kennedy, a business development specialist at the credit union, plans to expand the program each year so that more students will benefit.

Volunteers may be asked to simulate the role of landlord, utility company, doctor, veterinarian, cell phone company, cable company or any number of other real-life entities for which students will need to budget.

The Financial Reality Fair is Thursday, May 22 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Parkrose High, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. To volunteer to help out, contact Kennedy at 503-258-2607 or judyk@pnwfcu.org.


LIBRARIES
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 through May 12 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Tuesdays through May 13 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays through May 16 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Preschool Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Mondays through May 12 and Tuesdays through May 13 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 May 25, 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.

Chinese Storytime: Storytime presented in Cantonese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Saturdays from 2:15 to 3 p.m.

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.

Chinese Chess: Learn Chinese Chess from an award-winning master. The library will provide the boards and pieces. This drop-in class is taught in English and Cantonese. For kids in grade school and high school. Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 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, May 7 and 21 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, May 10 and 24 from noon to 2 p.m.

Uke Can Do It: A workshop designed to teach teens the simplicity of playing the ukulele. A wonderful workshop for non-musicians or those who feel they can't play an instrument or open their vocal cords. Cinda brings 25 ukuleles and a style of teaching that will make everyone a ukulele player. Wednesday, May 21 from 3:30 to 4:30 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.

It's Time for a Fresh Start-Project Clean Slate: Has your driver's license been suspended for unpaid fines? Is there a minor criminal conviction on your record that is standing in your way? If you have a record with Multnomah County, Project Clean Slate can help. Project Clean Slate is supported by the Multnomah County District Attorneys Office, Multnomah County Public Defenders Office, Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Independent Development Enterprise Alliance. Saturday, May 3 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Be Happy: Learn about the seven habits of highly happy people. Mental Health Counselor Louise Lague will uncover the aspects of happiness from the literature of positive psychology. Learn exercises to change your thought habits.
Saturday, May 10 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

Pageturners Book Groups: Engage in stimulating conversation about books and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Read“Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes” by Tony Kushner for discussion Tuesday, May 20 from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.

Read“Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey: The Lost Legacy of Highclere Castle” by Countess of Carnarvon for discussion Wednesday, May 21 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.

Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Assistance in Vietnamese is also available. Assistance in Russian is available from 5 to 6 p.m. And Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m. when assistance in Chinese is available as well.

E-books & 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. Made possible in part by The Library Foundation. Fridays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

TechnoHosts: Free one-on-one computer help for the whole family. Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Try Your Hand at iPad: Do you have a new iPad? This class will help you learn to use it. You will learn the basic layout of your iPad, settings, apps and more. Please bring your own iPad, fully charged. Offered by OASIS Connections. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Thursdays, May 1 and 8 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Vietnamese Computer Basics: Learn how to use the library catalog, email, surf the web, word processing and other basic computer skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Meet the Computer: Never tried a computer before? In this two-session course, you will learn the very basics of using a computer, a keyboard and a mouse. No experience is necessary for you to take this relaxed, fun class. Offered by OASIS Connections, a national organization devoted to lifelong learning for adults over 50. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Mondays, May 5 and 12 from 2 to 4 p.m.

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 through May 15 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Book Babies: Storytime for children from birth to 12 months with adult. Thursdays through May 15 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Fridays through May 16 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays through May 16 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Vietnamese Storytime: Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children from birth to 6 years with adult. Saturdays through May 17 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Family Storytime: Storytime for children 6 years and younger with adult. Saturdays through May 17 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Painted Paper Collage: We will begin by making a giant color wheel as we find out about primary, secondary, and complementary colors. Then create your own collage using vibrant hand painted papers. Cut or tear shapes to overlap and glue as you make your picture. Explore ways to add texture to the paper by curling and folding. Build your collage on a piece of foam core and then add a hanger so your artwork is ready to display. Saturday, May 24 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers from get homework help, or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays from 4 to 5:30 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 one provided by the library. Tuesday, May 6 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, May 13 and 27 from 4 to 5 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.

Doing Dough-Hands On Calzone Class: Come learn to make calzones, the cheesy, veggie mainstay of Italian country people- and more recently the love of Americans from kids to grandparents. These pockets are ever so delicious and easy to transport to school or work for lunches. Bring your rolling pins and come on out. There will be samples to taste and everyone will take a calzone of their own making home to bake. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, May 11 from 3 to 4 p.m.

Pageturners Book Group: Read“Leap of Faith: Memoirs of an Unexpected Life” by Queen Noor. 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, May 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Vietnamese Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Wednesdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
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