Dirt! THE MOVIE, Coming to Portland!

WHO: West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District

WHAT: Benefit screening of Dirt! The Movie

WHERE: Cinema 21, 616 NW 21st Avenue, Portland

WHEN: 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 22, 2009

Tickets are on sale now for Dirt! The Movie, Thursday, October 22, at 7:00 p.m. at Cinema 21! Get your seats for only $5 per person at www.wmswcd.org. The showing is a West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District benefit for Chapman Elementary School’s Community Garden.

The 12th Annual Symposium on Environmental Affairs: Reimagining the Good Life

October 27-29, 2009

Lewis & Clark College

Eat (and Drink) for the Earth at Hopworks Urban Brewery on 10/19/09

Join the Northwest Earth Institute staff, volunteers, and friends on October 19th at Hopworks—come enjoy an organic beverage and some food and NWEI will receive 20% of the profits!

The event goes all day-- and NWEI Staff will be there all evening. Write “NWEI” on your bill when you pay & Hopworks will donate the profits to NWEI.

Make sure to say hi to an NWEI staffer while you are there- we’ll enter you in a raffle for some fun prizes! Invite your friends and family too!

Show your support for the planet--join the Northwest Earth Institute at Hopworks Urban Brewery at 2944 SE Powell Blvd, Portland on 10/19/09.

Kerry Brown Lyles

Development Director

What: Tom Greco to speak on monetary systems, banking, finance, and a plan to democratize the economy and restore the "credit commons”.

When: Monday, November 2nd, 2009. Doors open at 6pm. Event begins at 7pm. Honorarium and book signing to follow.

Where: First Unitarian Church, Elliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave., Portland, OR

Economic Justice Action Group (EJAG) and Real Wealth PDX are hosting Dr. Thomas H. Greco, author of The End of Money and the Future of Civilization, on Monday November 2, 2009 from 6 to 9pm at the First Unitarian Church, Elliot Chapel. His lecture will demystify money, banking, finance, and includes a plan to democratize the economy and restore the "credit commons."

Please join us for these free estate planning classes that cover 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 programs:

WED 10.07.09 6:30-8P SW FULTON COMMUNITY CENTER

WED 10.14.09 6:30-7:45P SE WOODSTOCK LIBRARY

THU 10.15.09 6:30-8P Wilsonville RITE CHOICE COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

WED 10.28.09 6:30-8P SW SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CENTER

Regards,

Devra Augusson Education and Public Affairs Coordinator

Childhood cancer affects the whole community. How can we, as individuals and as a caring community, support them? Gina Volonte, LCSW and Sarah McDonald, LCSW, who are both Pediatric Oncology Social Workers, will discuss the challenges of caring for a child with cancer and its effects on other family members.

This workshop is open to anyone who is affected by childhood cancer, including family members and those in the community who want to support a family experiencing such a diagnosis. Topics will include: helping children understand and cope with illness and treatment, providing effective discipline and tools for supporting the entire family. Time for discussion and Q&A. Free.

From Oct. 30 through Nov. 15, 2009, Miracle Theatre Group is pleased to present CANTA Y NO LLORES (Sing and Don’t Cry), an original, bilingual celebration of the Day of the Dead created by Martín Milagro, directed by Olga Sanchez and sponsored by El Hispanic News.

Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (Corvallis) is looking for a part-time Food Project Coordinator (AmeriCorps)

Do you know an outstanding individual volunteer, have you worked with an energetic youth volunteer, or been impressed with the way a non profit engages volunteers? Nominate them today for the 2010 Portland Trail Blazers/Hands On Greater Portland Heart of the Community Awards.

Visit surveymonkey.com to nominate a volunteer. We are accepting nominations for these three awards:

Nathan Sibell Youth Leadership Award (21 years and under) Awarded to a youth volunteer who is: Making significant improvements in our community, leading by example, building leadership and engaging others in problem solving, uniting people to work for a common cause, leveraging community resources.

Share unique, affordable office space with 3 vibrant non-profit organizations (Portland Fruit Tree Project, Soltrekker Organization, and NE Portland Tool Library!) Rent is $138 per month + utilities (including wireless internet).  Includes the following: Shared office with room for 1 (or perhaps 2) desks. Great for a small or start-up non-profit. Meeting/workshop space Kitchen

Access to organic garden/orchard Storage space in basement Use of parking lot and bicycle parkingAnd more...

The building is in a great location - across the street from Alberta Park and just 3 blocks from bustling Alberta Street! Our wonderful neighbors include Vernon Elementary school, Redeemer Lutheran Church, and Vernon fire station.  

Moving Networking to New Levels

* Tools to identify strong community partners.

* How to inspire partners and supporters to action

* Bonus Online follow-up Included!

An exciting workshop designed to help you identify the most important relationships your nonprofit or business needs to build and how to do so.

It is increasingly vital that nonprofits and business build community partnerships to create viable, sustainable ventures. During this experiential workshop, you'll develop tools to build vital new connections that reach across economic, cultural and class boundaries.

Participants will leave with the commitment and tools to build 4 new community connections within the month.

* Are you in the initial stages of forming a nonprofit, or thinking about starting one? * Perhaps you are on your way but need a checkup before shifting into high gear.

The following will be covered: * Pros & cons of establishing a nonprofit * Business planning and mission/purpose statement * Incorporating * Business licenses, charity registration, annual reports * How to choose your initial directors * Conflicts of interest, fiduciary duties * Getting your materials together for the IRS 1023 application * Charitable deduction issues

Participants will leave with increased perspective and resources to better undertake the work of establishing a nonprofit.

Jason Lee K-8 will host a school beautification and development volunteer day, known as Second Saturday, on October 10th, 2009. Volunteers will be welcomed and greatly appreciated for their contribution of time and effort towards improving school grounds. Due to fall weather, projects will be hosted indoors and include tasks such as prep work and painting. Jason Lee is in serious need of reliable and productive volunteers that are motivated to participate in Portland Public School sponsored events.

Location: Jason Lee K-8 2222 NE 92nd Portland, OR 97220

General location: Between Interstates 84 and 205, next to Rocky Butte

Public Transportation: Reachable by bus lines 24, 72, and 77

Time: 9AM – 12PM

General Position summary:

Jason Lee will offer Homework Club to students in grades 4th through 8th this year. Volunteer tutors will work with students in small groups and one-on-one depending on attendance and teacher expectations. Grades will be divided so that tutors will work with one age group at a time. Students in the club need academic guidance with math concepts and problem solving strategies, reading, writing, and study skills.

Jason Lee is a K-8 school located in NE Portland, between interstates 84 and 205, and next to Rocky Butte. It is accessible by the 24, 72, and 77 bus lines. For more information, please visit www.pps.k12.or.us and search Jason Lee’s profile.

Responsibilities (to include, but no limited to):

You're invited to the Tualatin River National WIldlife Refuge Environmental Education Volunteer Naturalist Training.

Do you enjoy being outdoors? Meeting new people? Learning and having fun? Are you looking for a rewarding way to share your love of nature? If you answered yes to any of these questions, there is an exciting opportunity coming soon.

When? Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19 (Thursdays) from 9am-2pm.

Where? Tualatin River Refuge Headquarters, 19255 SW Pacific Hwy, Sherwood

Cost? FREE!

Registration is required. Visit www.fws.gov/tualatinriver or call 503.625.5944 for more information.