Presenting Yourself Professionally: a panel discussion

How does an artist grow his/her career? This program will explore tips and ideas for artists who wish to exhibit their work, build a professional resume, and make stronger connections with the arts community. In panel discussion format, several perspectives will be offered on how to work with curators (commercial and non-commercial), apply to juried exhibitions, and use the Internet as a significant tool. There will be time for questions and conversation.

Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. More information: http://www.racc.org/resources/2610-presenting-yourself-professionally-a-panel-discussion

Or contact Tonisha Toler, 503-823-5866

Looking for a sustainable, friendly community? Meet members of Daybreak Cohousing, learn about cohousing and tour the community on Sunday, February 7, 1:30-3:30 p.m. on site at 2525 N. Killingsworth Street. (#72 Killingsworth bus or Max to the Killingsworth station). Members have been moving into Daybreak and new homes are available for sale including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units.

The Portland Environmental Engagement Program (PEEPs) is a refreshing alternative to traditional spring and summer offerings for middle-school aged youth. PEEPs day camp sessions educate youth about the many environmental and community issues that affect our local region. Counselors inspire children to take a leadership role in these issues while showing them that service can be fun and adventurous!

PEEPs is pleased to announce its SPRING INTO ACTION! Spring Break Camp 2010 for Middle School Youth!

When: Monday-Friday March 22-26th from 9AM-4PM *Before and After care available from 8-9AM and from 4-5:30PM- Ask Program Coordinator for details

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Friendly Chaps Associate Teacher

Closing Date:  February 8, 2010

Founded in 1930, Friendly House, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit neighborhood center located in Northwest Portland.  Friendly Chaps is one of several programs of Friendly House.  It is a before- and after-school program for about 120 kindergarten through fifth grade children who attend Chapman Elementary School.  Friendly Chaps families pay for the program on a sliding-fee scale, which insures affordability regardless of income. A job in the Friendly Chaps program is an excellent step forward in a career in Elementary Education, Recreation, Social Work or Psychology. For more information on Friendly House, visit www.friendlyhouseinc.org.

Seasonal Staff Accountant     The Portland Rose Festival Foundation is currently recruiting for an interim staff accountant who helps with accounting/finance duties. See the description for more details: http://www.rosefestival.org/about/2010-Seasonal-Finance-Desc.pdf Please apply by February 10.

OPEN POSITION – OUTSIDE IN – 02/03/10

Medical Assistant - posted 02/03/10; Open Until Filled

Integrated allopathic/naturopathic primary care clinic serving a diverse population of homeless and uninsured seeks self-directed, innovative medical assistant to provide medical care and advocacy for homeless and marginalized patients. 30-40 hrs/wk., Sunday, Monday, Wednesday evenings.  $13/hr. Benefits eligible. Diversity valued. AAMA or CCMA certification or eligibility, valid driver’s license, and good driving record required.

Cover letter and employment application required.

Full position description & application instructions: www.outsidein.org/employment.htm

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Mary Bauer, Communications Associate

503.823.5111  |  email: [email protected]

February 3, 2010 –

RACC’s 2009 “Report to the Community” now available

The Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) has released its annual report for 2009. The publication, available online at www.racc.org/2009AnnualReport, includes a summary of last year’s activities in service to artists and arts organizations throughout the Portland metropolitan region.

Print Arts NW has 6 free free standing rolling display units, these were used in our gallery in the Pearl for 6 years, they still look ok.

We have partnered with the Washington County Museum on the Rock Creek PCC Campus and do not have room for them.

We need to have them removed from the museum storage space in a few days.

Call Cindy at 503-645-5353

The date for Wilsonville Center has been moved from Feb. 10 to Feb. 24.

Please join us for these free estate planning classes covering health care directives(state and federal), guardianship, conservatorship, probate, powers of attorney, wills and living trusts. These workshops will be conducted by Richard B. Schneider, attorney and author, as part of the following community programs:

WED 02.03.10 6:30-7:45P SE BELMONT LIBRARY SAT 02.06.10 10:30A-12P N OVERLOOK HOUSE MON 02.08.10 6:30-7:45P NE HOLLYWOOD LIBRARY SAT 02.20.10 11:30A-12:15P Expo Ctr BABY BOOMER LIFESTYLE EXPO(free admittance) MON 02.22.10 1-2:30P Hillsboro HILLSBORO COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER WED 02.24.10 10:30A-12P Wilsonville WILSONVILLE CENTER

Regards, Devra

Back by popular demand, Northwest VEG’s six-week primer on vegetarian living begins on March 7 at Whole Foods Market in downtown Portland.

Veg 101, as the name implies, is designed primarily for beginners, although even long-term vegetarians and vegans can benefit from the course. The material includes presentations on nutrition, sustainability, and the ethical issues surrounding diet, as well as cooking lessons about grains, legumes, tofu, tempeh, seitan, non-dairy cheeses, and more.

Portland Community College

Institute of Fundraising and Grant Writing

in partnership with Willamette Valley Development Officers

Courses are taught by professionals with real world experience, and will give you a comprehensive look at all aspects of the funding field. Geared for those working at nonprofits, those who aspire to do so, and volunteers who support nonprofits in raising support.

Register online at http://www.pcc.edu/schedule/default.cfm?fa=dspTopicDetails&thisTerm=201001&topicid=INTAX&type=Non-Credit#IFGW

The American Cancer Society needs volunteers to staff Cancer Resource Centers (CRC's) at various hospitals in the Portland area. CRC Volunteers assist cancer patients, families and/or caregivers in finding cancer-related information, programs and services in the community.

Comprehensive training is provided. Volunteer shifts (3-4 hrs each) occur M-F, during work hours. A commitment of 2-4 shifts per month is ideal. This is a truly rewarding position that allows volunteers to make a difference in the lives of others. Detailed description below.

If interested, please contact Nicole Fowler at [email protected] or 503.795.3914.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

We’re in the midst of a very successful planting season and we need your help! To plant trees with us, simply show up around 8:45am at the staging sites listed below. With four plantings this weekend, there’s bound to be one close to you. Friends of Trees will provide morning refreshments, gloves, and tools, as well as guidance from experienced volunteer crew leaders. We just ask that you wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

NORTH PORTLAND St. Johns/Cathedral Park/University Park Neighborhoods – our biggest planting yet this season - over 200 street trees being planted! Meet at St. John’s Christian Church. (http://bit.ly/nt020610b)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resources Newsletter Volunteer is responsible for the production of OMSI’s monthly newsletter for paid staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Facilitate submission of topics for newsletter articles • Interact with staff regarding article submission. • Gather information and write some newsletter articles, and edit and compile other articles and accompanying photos that are submitted by staff. • Lay out articles and photos into a newsletter format, to be distributed internally to paid staff in both printed and electronic form.