Cooperative Economics: presented by Common Good Finance and The Alberta Coop

Come one, come all! Let us start a better bank together! Common Good Finance is working to start democratically run, socially responsible, common good banks in Portland, and around the country.

This month we are teaming up with one of our local partners, The Alberta Coop for Cooperative Economics! Please join us Thursday, July 23rd from 6:00-8:30 for a community potluck, presentation and open forum at The Lotus Seed Center (4635 NE 9th Avenue Portland, OR 97211). We will be giving a short presentation, showing a video and talking about how we can work together to realize common good banks in our communities as soon as possible.

Oregon Gerontological Association 2009 Annual Conference “Creating a Legacy of Hope – It’s Up to Us”

Date: August 7, 2009

Location: PCC Rock Creek Event Center

Time: 8:30am-4:30pm

Registration is now open for the 2009 OGA Annual Conference.

Experts and professionals will present a variety of topics on trends and advancements in the field of aging. Workshop breakout session themes are Research and Technological Advancements, Embracing Aging, and Purpose and Engagement across generations.

For more information see http://www.oregongero.org.

Join Portland's 6th Annual TOUR DE COOPS! A benefit for Growing Gardens. growing-gardens.org.

Saturday, July 25, 11am-3pm

Visit up to 26 creative coops on Portland's east side!

* Walk, bike, or cruise the 8 neighborhood clusters! New zoomed-in, bike-friendly maps & routes provided.

* Enjoy a full color booklet with photos and descriptions of each coop

Get your tour booklets and raffle tickets! Sales start Friday, July 17 at:

Garden Fever! Livingscape Nursery People's Coop Pistil's Nursery Urban Farm Store

Booklets $10. Raffle tickets $5/each or 3/$10. Winners will be drawn the evening of the 25th at :vendetta. No need to be present to win.

Raffle Prizes Include:

Grand Prizes: 2 chicken coops built by local experts!

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is seeking a Development Intern.  This is an unpaid position which offers the successful candidate the opportunity to learn more about fundraising through corporate and individual giving programs at a major non-profit organization.  This position is available in mid-August, with applications being accepted immediately, and will remain open until filled.

position summary:

The Development Intern provides support for both the Individual Giving and Corporate Giving Directors with their respective giving programs - President’s Circle and Corporate Partner membership programs. 

essential duties and responsibilities:

Job Title:                                  Employment Specialist

Department:                              Employment and Economic Development

Reports to:                               Employment Program Manager

Very sturdy wood desk available free to non-profit - pick up in SE Portland. Good condition and fully functional. There are 2 pull-out shelves and 6 drawers (one will hold files). Dimensions: 5' long, 30" deep, 29" high. Please contact via e-mail [email protected] if you are interested. Thank you.

NO MEETING IN JULY OR AUGUST 2009.

We tried, without success, to put together a July meeting on parks and urban renewal.  Ran into too many problems scheduling around vacations and other commitments.  A good reminder of why, in the past, the Citywide Parks Team has not met in July or August.

Linda Robinson, Facilitator Portland Citywide Parks Team 503-261-9566 [email protected] -----------------------------------------------------

Citywide Parks Team Third Thursdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm

There is a last minute opportunity for up to 7 youth, entering grades 6-8, to participate in Eco Explorers Bike Camp beginning Monday, July 20th, FOR FREE.

If you know of any children from low-income families (who qualify for free or reduced lunch) who are interested and available for this opportunity, please have a parent call our office directly to get them signed up ASAP: 503-288-8864 during the week or 503-287-8786 during the weekend.

More information about Eco Explorers is available on the Community Cycling Center web site: http://tinyurl.com/m2gzcw

Community Warehouse is looking for an event space for our Chair Affair auction in April 2010. We need a space that will accomodate up to 400 people and space to show our auction items. An ideal space would be close in NW or N/NE Portland and allow us to use our own caterer.  A warehouse type open environment is ideal.   Please send any recommendations to Roz Babener, [email protected] or call 503-329-5588

Please join us for a free estate planning class that covers the basics: health care directives, guardianship, conservatorship, probate, powers of attorney, wills and living trusts. All are conducted by Richard B. Schneider, attorney and author, as part of the following community program:

07.20.09 6:30-7:45P in Gresham at the Gresham Library

Devra Augusson Education & Public Affairs Coordinator

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

LAW OFFICES OF RICHARD B. SCHNEIDER, LLC

2455 NW Marshall Street, Ste 11

Portland, OR 97210

www.rbsllc.com  P: 503.241.1215 x 106 F: 503.241.1216

The Coalition of Community Health Clinics, a network of non-profit safety net clinics aiming to increase access to quality health services for low-income and uninsured adults, is seeking donated website information architecture services. Consider joining our team of dedicated and creative staff to enhance the accessibility and clarity of our website serving our community!

Signature Hospice invites you to join our team to support patients and families in your Portland community. Our volunteer training will prepare you to provide the companionship and support so many patients and families need when faced with a terminal illness. It may be that you walk with someone in a garden at their home or care facility. It may be that you hear stories of a lifetime of relationships and adventure, or listen to current worries and concerns. Hospice is about quality of life. Your compassionate and loving presence is all that is required to make a tremendous difference in someone’s life.  Our volunteer opportunities include:

Lend a Hand - Get Involved - We need you!

Whether you are interested in a one time event or long term placement, we’d like to hear from you. Last year SCRAP Volunteers contributed nearly 5000 hours of their time & energy to help us fulfill our mission.

Current Opportunities: (posted 07/16/09)

Retail Store Assistants: Work with Staff to receive, track, sort and stock donated materials; Provide customer service including individual problem solving, project planning and resource acquisition. Various 3 hour shifts available.

Community Outreach Coordinator Be the lead and facilitate the SCRAP info/activity booth at various local events. Create fun family friendly reuse activities, talk about the wonders of SCRAP and all that we do. Various days