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March 2009 |
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Polarized or Powerful? March 26th! |
Things are changing so rapidly. Between the economic recession, the stimulus package and local plans to update the policies that will drive growth in Portland, everything is up in the air. How can we make good decisions in a climate of uncertainty? How can the community come together to support each other? How can we know that what we think is our best interest is good for our neighbors? What do we need to change about our relationship with each other to not only weather the change, but create the community of our dreams together? Please join us for five new community dialogue series on last Thursdays. The next event is March 26 at Concordia U, Main Dining Hall, 2811 NE Holman 6:30-8:30 PM
To reserve childcare or to RSVP call 503 823-4112 or email judith.mowry@ci.portland.or.us. Sponsored by CNN, SEUL, NECN neighborhood coalitions, and CIO. |
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| Support a Budget for Neighborhood Involvement on Tuesday! |
The Budget for Portland's Office of Neighborhood Involvement (ONI) includes a 10% cut as the City is impacted by economic uncertainty. It is not an ideal situation, but a realistic budget was developed thoughtfully with significant community input. Support a budget that maintains important neighborhood programs, makes the most of volunteer contributions, and provides vital services to neighbors including:
- Preserving the Neighborhood Small Grants Program
- Direct support for navigating City process on land use and transportation issues
- Community engagement through trainings, workshops, events and networking
- Responding to emerging interests to improve and maintain the livability of our communities, such as the CNN LUTOP Committee and small project support
- Neighborhood communications and web site assistance
Please, show your support of the right budget for these difficult times by joining us on March 10 at 11 AM as the ONI budget is presented at City Hall in Council Chambers. |
| Ready Safe Go Conference |
 Do you want to increase your safety skills? Are you prepared if a disaster strikes? Do you want information on urban youth violence and gangs?
Choose from 21 classes during three, hour-long training sessions. Come learn safety, crime prevention and emergency preparedness skills at the fourth annual Ready. Safe. Go. conference and volunteer recognition event on April 25, 2009. Registration is now open!
For information on classes, the day's agenda or to register please click here. |
| Pedestrian Legal Clinic at CNN |
 The Pedestrian Legal Clinic is a presentation by the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition and lawyer Ray Thomas. The 90 minute course will use : "Oregon Pedestrian Rights; A Legal Guide for Persons on Foot" and cover the laws that protect pedestrians and information on how to use the courts to prosecute dangerous drivers. This is an opportunities to learn how to make our street safer for those who run, walk and use mobility devices on our city streets. Walking is the most sustainable and oldest form of transportation. It is good for us and it is an activity many of use enjoy, together we can make our streets and sidewalks safe for the young, the old and everyone in between. To register in Advance please call 503-223-1597, walk-ins are permitted. Hosted by Central Northeast Neighbors March 19, 6:30-7:45 PM, 4415 NE 87th. |
| Metro's Nature in Neighborhoods Grant Program |
 Metro developed a new grant program to encourage innovative projects that improve the ecological functions of our neighborhoods and enrich people's experience of nature. Up to $2.25 million is available annually through the life of the program. There is no deadline for this program. Interested organizations, schools, neighborhoods or government agencies can initiate review of a particular project by submitting a letter of interest at any time. An invitation for a full application will be issued if all the basic eligibility requirements are met. Application requirements are contained in the grant program handbook on the web site. For more information contact Mary Rose Navarro at 503-797-1781. or www.oregonmetro.gov/capitalgrants. |
| Community Advocacy in Action |
 Neighbors West-Northwest, CAT and Sisters Of The Road present an interactive community forum. Join new city Commissioner Amanda Fritz and Portland-based community advocates for an evening of reflection, discussion and learning. Hear about diverse organizing efforts in housing rights, homelessness, and local livability issues. Build skills in individualized workshops ranging from advocating at city hall to community organizing. Tuesday March 31 6-8 PM at
First United Methodist Church, Collins Hall
1838 SW Jefferson. To register online click here. |
| Bright Neighbor Training: Online Social Networking Site |
 Workshop on free tools for community building! Learn how to swap and share with your neighbors! Find out about local events and community resources! Discover transportation and ride sharing options! In this workshop, founder Randy White will teach you how to use Bright Neighbor, an online social networking site to connect with your neighbors and much much more. Free and open to all. Light meal provided. Register by March 16th to info@ourunitedvillages.org or 503.546.7499. Childcare, transportation, and interpretation upon request. Thursday, March 19th from 6:00pm-8:00pm at New Columbia Community Education Center 4625 N Trenton St. |
| Colored Pencils Art Culture Night First Fridays |
 Portland's Immigrants Come Together to Showcase Diversity of Arts and Culture. The first of its kind in Portland, Colored Pencils Art Culture Night sets the stage for a monthly open mic and art show hosted by people from Asian, African, Arab and Latino backgrounds. Once a month, for as long as art matters, contributors from three forms of artistic expression, participants of every age and from everywhere, will perform or exhibit their work for the benefit of Portland. An international variety of food will be offered, along with lots of laughter. Mark your calendars for last Fridays of every month, next event is March 27 5:30-9:30 PM and join artists and performers in an evening of culture and art at the Center for Intercultural Organizing office, 700 N. Killingsworth. Co-sponsored by Colored Pencils Art Culture, the Center of Intercultural Organizing, and the Latino Network, free and family friendly. To find out how you can be in the spotlight, contact Nim Xuto at 503-914-8170 or email coloredPencils@gmail.co. |
| Special Events |
CNN web site has a new look!
for a calendar of neighborhood events!
Vision into Action Coalition Budget Forum March 23rd
The Vision into Action (VIA) Coalition Annual Event in City Hall April 7th
2009 CNN Neighborhood Clean-Up Events April-May
Roseway Mural Dedication April 18th
Madison Community Garden Work Party, 2735 NE 82nd Ave. April 25 for more information 503.823.1612 or visit comgardens@ci.portland.or.us.
Madison HS Multicultural Fair April 30th
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