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Jul 2,2009
East Portland Loves a Parade
by pearlgirl
Today, take a step back in time and enjoy the best of old-fashioned neighborhood Independence Day parades. Join the East Portland Community Center (EPCC) as they host the 12th Annual EPCC Independence Day Parade. Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.m.; the parade starts at 11:30 a.m. at the community center (740 SE 106th Avenue).Please join EPCC for pre-parade activities, including hot dogs, face painting, a climbing wall, and flag-making.
Then, watch the festivities or join in the fun yourself by dressing up in your celebratory best and marching along with the band! The colorful processional of all ages, from kids on their patriotically decorated bicycles to a military honor guard, winds through the community before returning to the community center for more fun. What : East Portland Community Center's 12th Annual Independence Day Parade, with fun for all ages
When : Thursday, July 2
Time : Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.
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Jul 2,2009
Special Birthday at Neighbors West-Northwest
by pearlgirl
We're celebrating a special birthday at Neighbors West-Northwest today. Dahlia Mae—Executive Director Mark Sieber's beloved four-legged pal—is celebrating her ninth birthday. She's donned her vintage 1955 party hat to mark the occasion, although I'm pretty sure it will make another cameo at Anne Dufay's going away party on July 8. Stop in, meet the NWNW crew and wish Dahlia Mae a happy birthday. They don't bite (and Dahlia Mae wouldn't even think of it). Promise! Photo: Roxanne Mossman Happy Birthday Dahlia Mae!
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Jul 2,2009
Isobel's Clubhouse Holiday Closure
by nancy
Isobel's Clubhouse is closed from July 2nd through July 6th. We'll re-open on July 7th. Happy 4th of July to all. Families told us that they'd like us to organize more special events throughout the summer. So we're replacing many of our 'drop-in' sessions with events that require an RSVP. If you'd like to be on our email distribution list to have an opportunity to RSVP for these events, please email us .
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Jul 2,2009
Notes of Interest » July 1, 2009
by shooter
Here's a little neighborhood news to wash down with that morning cup of coffee...
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Jul 1,2009
Sign of the Times in the Pearl District?
by shooter
Change has come to the Pearl District skyline. Recently, a new Hawaiian Air Banner appeared on the south side of the Irving Street Lofts , which is visible as you walk or drive north on NW 14th Avenue. The banner covers the area where the phrase Irving Street Lofts once appeared. As you might suspect, neighbors were surprised by this change, and at least one resident from the Avenue Lofts has complained to the Pearl District Neighborhood Association . The Bureau of Development Services has also received a complaint. Irving Street Lofts Sign, Before (Left) and After (Right)Before photo courtesy of Google Earth
Sign Meets Code Irving Street Lofts is located within the NW 13th Avenue Historic District , which is included on the Register of Historic Places . Normally, changes to the exterior of a historic property—such as adding a sign—must go through a historic design review process with
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Jul 1,2009
Free Grocery List Scout Books at Pinball Publishing
by pearlgirl
Pinball Publishing , located in Portland's Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood, is giving away free copies of its Grocery List Scout Book while supplies last. The lined books feature a handy list of Portland Farmers Markets on the back. Keep your shopping list or track where you found those delicious strawberries, Lion's Mane mushrooms or anything else that caught your eye. All you have to do to get your copy is be a little neighborly: stop by Pinball publishing at 1003 SE Grand and say hello. Thanks, Pinball! Special thanks to neighbor Stacy Day for the tip!
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Jul 1,2009
Notes of Interest » June 30, 2009
by pearlgirl
Jumpstart your day with a little neighborhood news... photo: JonathanMaus/BikePortland
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Jun 30,2009
RACC Seeks Proposals for Artistic Projects in 2010
by pearlgirl
Do you know what Hand2Mouth Theatre , NW Film Center and Miracle Theatre Group have in common? Aside from being fine artists, they're all recipients of grants from the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC). Now, you're invited to join this esteemed group and submit a proposal for an artistic project planned for 2010: The Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) invites nonprofit organizations and individual artists in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties to submit proposals for artistic projects and cultural events that are planned for calendar year 2010. "Intent to Apply" forms must be submitted online through RACC's website before 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2009. For 14 years, RACC "Project Grants" have enhanced and supported a wide range of artistic activities throughout the Portland tri-county area (including Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties). To be eligible, projects must involve the creation or presentation of a performance,
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Jun 30,2009
Notes of Interest » June 29, 2009
by pearlgirl
Get your daily dose of neighborhood news... photo: Owen Carey/Portland Monthly
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Jun 29,2009
Save the Date » Overlook Village Celebration
by pearlgirl
Overlook Village , Portland's newest business district, is hosting its very first celebration on August 1, 9 a.m.–10 p.m. The festival will feature street vendors, artists, sidewalk sales, "Bring Your Wheels" car and bike show, live entertainment and food/drink specials at participating venues. If you haven't visited Overlook Village, this will be a great day to stop by and check it out! Meanwhile, keep up with the goings on in Overlook Village on its Facebook page . Check out the slide show of Overlook Village photos or visit our flickr gallery !
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