On October 11, 2008, people will gather in cities worldwide to discuss global climate change and to work together to address its effects on the local level. Earth Charter U.S. is coordinating the summits in celebration of U.N. International Year of Planet Earth. They are also underwriting the web connection among participating cities so that people will feel the global connection by being able to see and hear each other.

The Earth Charter is an international declaration of interdependence, created with input from people in 78 countries--a boldly optimistic statement of values and principles for a peaceful, caring, sustainable future.

Please join us on Saturday, October 11 at Portland Community College, Cascade Campus, Terrell Auditorium, 9:30am-1:00pm

 YOU ARE INVITED to the Portland debut of "MILK"

A film about the life of Harvey Milk A Benefit for OUTSIDE IN Celebrating 40 years

Graciously hosted by the director, GUS VAN SANT

We hope you can join us for this very special 40th anniversary celebration!

“Milk” tells the story of prominent gay activist and San Francisco city politician Harvey Milk during the years leading up to his assassination in 1978.  His life changed history. His courage changed lives.

The Idealist.org Graduate Degree Fair for the Public Good is this Saturday, October 4. Registration is free, and schools from across the country with programs focused on public service will be represented. Saturday, October 4

11am - 2pm

Portland State University

Heritage Ballroom, 3rd Floor Governor Hotel 614 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, OR

For more information and free registration, please visit the www.Idealist.org website.

Open position: Outreach Director with the Columbia Slough Watershed Council

The Outreach Director’s primary duties are to manage special events coordination, provide general outreach, communications, and workshop coordination for the Council and its programs. The Outreach Director will also coordinate with the Education Director to develop and conduct K-12, adult, business, and family education and outreach activities for the Columbia Slough Watershed Council. 

Compensation:            $33,000 plus (DOE) and benefits, including medical, vision, pharmacy, dental, personal time off, and retirement plan

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

TACS

Serving the Pacific Northwest. Office in Portland, OR

TACS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit support organization distinguished by a 30 year history of nonprofit capacity building. TACS’ staff of 27 serves 6,000 nonprofits annually through training, consulting services, peer learning networks, on-line resources, and the Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO).

Neighborhood House, Inc.Community Services10-1-08Food Box Coordinator – Full time position with benefits.  This position has two main components- the day to day operations and the fundraising aspect.  Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs.  Must be able to drive a 5 speed transmission and must have a good driving record.  Must also have good organizational skills, good communication skills both orally and written, be able to make public presentations and form partnerships with local vendors and businesses.  Will be responsible for some front desk coverage.  High School graduate with two years of relevant experience or a BA.  Bi-lingual in English/Spanish, Russian or <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns =

Washington County Director Job Description

Overview

The primary functions of the Washington County Director are to provide leadership and direction and engage the community in our mentoring programs based in Washington County. The Director will be responsible for the supervision of the on site staff, volunteers, and interns. This position will work collaboratively with the community relations staff, fund development staff, and program supervisors to ensure high quality program outcomes and adequate resources to achieve those outcomes. This is a high performance position requiring the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

October 1, 2008 Contact Toni Tabora-Roberts [email protected], 503 231 8032 x206   KBOO Community Radio is excited to announce a variety of upcoming special programs. In the midst of our Fall Membership Drive, the program specials are a great way to highlight different kinds of programs that you'll hear only on KBOO. From in-depth public affairs and news to unique and rare music gems. The full schedule is available online at kboo.fm. Tune in a 90.7 FM in Portland, 100.7 in Corvallis, 91.9 in Hood River and online at kboo.fm.  

Show your support fo listener-sponsored, volunteer-powered community radio by becoming a member today!  

with Dr. Jeff Sosne, Lynea Gillen, MS & Jim Gillen, RYT

Oct 9-10, 2010

9 am - 4 pm

Marylhurst University

Portland, Oregon

$245 (includes Textbook Yoga Calm for Children); $55 extra for PSU Credit;

($125 scholarships available for CNRG members!)

Register at www.yogacalm.org

Learn specific strategies and practical ideas to help children develop social/emotional awareness, concentration skills, confidence, and the ability to manage emotions and impulses.

This workshop reviews current ADHD treatment practices, uncovers some of the myths of ADHD and introduces a cognitive, behavioral and social / emotional skill development approach to helping children.

Plant Trees with SOLV in October!

Plant Trees and help restore watersheds at SOLV’s Team Up For Watershed Health sites. All of our plantings are along sensitive, high priority ecological areas along stream banks in the Portland area that were recently overwhelmed by invasive plants. By planting native trees and shrubs in these areas volunteers will be creating habitat for future generations of birds, small mammals, and fish. Plantings start at 9 am and end by 12 pm. We will be planting at the following locations in October:

Saturday, October 4th: Tryon Creek in SW PDX and Fields Creek in West Linn

Saturday, October 18th: Tryon Creek in SW PDX, Wilkes Creek in NE PDX, and Goat

Island in Gladstone

To meet a growing need for trees, Friends of Trees has expanded its leadership trainings this year for key volunteers who lead planters at weekend events. Three weekend trainings will be offered in November, one for crew leaders at natural area plantings and two for crew leaders at neighborhood plantings. All three trainings are free, but advance registration is required. To register, contact Cara Coffee at 503-282-8846 ext. 12 or [email protected].

Natural Area Restoration Crew Leader Training Sat., Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge 19255 SW Pacific Hwy, Sherwood

Join CASH Oregon and help bring financial relief to families that need it most. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) guarantees taxpayers of eligible income upwards of $4,500 from the government. EITC, along with other valuable tax credits go unclaimed every year. Join our volunteer team and help us help others get the tax refunds they need and deserve.

WHY VOLUNTEER?

Learn the invaluable skill of preparing and filing taxes

Experience the satisfaction of helping members of your community by filing their taxes absolutely free of charge

Help spread awareness about EITC, the government’s most expansive anti-poverty program

Acquire Continuing Education Credits

Choose to serve at over 51 sites in Clackamas, Washington and Multnomah counties