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Digest for October 1, 2010

Digest Contents:

Free Brown Bag on Technology Enterprise Incubation for Social Good in India, Indonesia and Peru
Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge Wine Tour
The Body Trust Network - October 2, 2010
First Monday Masala: "Fierce Grace"
October 12th is the last day to register to vote in Oregon
Climate Action Plan - One Year Update
Several free Food and Farm Events in early October
Special Wordstock Conversation about Science, Stories, and Forest Policy
¡VIVA DON JUAN! Bilingual Cultural Performance
So Much Community Support has Built and Incredible Auction for Living Yoga's Gala!
Outside In seeks Bilingual Clinic Coordinator
Development Director for CASH Oregon
Behavioral Health Career Opportunities
Crisis Counselors Needed
Catholic Campaign for Human Development Economic Development Grants Due October 12th
Calling all Birders: StreamTeam Bird Monitoring Begins (10/19)!
Volunteers Needed for Community wide Pancake Breakfast
OMSI Evaluation and Visitor Studies Internship - Visitor Study Volunteer Coordinator
Russian Speakers Needed to Work with Families!
Ethos to operate the IFCC — Panelists requested asap!

Events

Free Brown Bag on Technology Enterprise Incubation for Social Good in India, Indonesia and Peru

The Lemelson Foundation would like to invite you to a brown bag lunch discussion featuring partners in India, Indonesia and Peru discussing incubation of technologies and enterprises for social good.

 

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Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge Wine Tour

Multnomah Falls Lodge

 

Presents

 

“Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge Wine Tour”

 

*Benefiting My Father’s House*

 

On Friday, November 12th, 2010 the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge will be hosting wineries from the Columbia River Gorge, who will be offering a variety of their wines for tasting and purchase. The Lodge will be preparing variety of Northwest favorites on a hors de oeuvres buffet and providing beautiful live music throughout the Lodge.

 

We would love for you to join us at this exciting event and support the wonderful work of My Father's House, helping families who are struggling with homelessness. (www.familyshelter.org)

 

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The Body Trust Network - October 2, 2010

OCTOBER BODY TRUST NETWORK - NURTURING COMPASSION

 

The Body Trust Network is a monthly workshop dedicated to supporting Health at Every Size (HAES), a truly sustainable model of health and wellness. Each workshop incorporates movement, art and dialogue to explore variety of topics from a HAES perspective.

 

Join other women who want to be part of a new conversation about health, one that nourishes and celebrates who we are and who we can become…regardless of body size, shape or age.

 

Join us on October 2nd from 10am - 1pm for a workshop that will help you cultivate compassion for self and begin to silence self-blame. Sliding scale available.

 

10 am - 1 pm

 

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First Monday Masala: "Fierce Grace"

Living Earth is joining groups around the country in celebrating the 40th anniversary of Ram Dass’s classic book, “Be Here Now.” At our upcoming First Monday Masala , we're screening “Fierce Grace,” a poignant, funny, and deeply moving documentary of Ram Dass’s life.

 

"Fierce Grace" 7:00 pm - Monday, October 4 The Little Church 5128 NE 23rd, a block north of Alberta Suggested donation $5-$10 at the door but all are welcome

 

Info at LivingEarthGatherings.org, or 503-771-1940.

 

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October 12th is the last day to register to vote in Oregon

October 12th is the last day to register to vote in Oregon. Moved recently? New in town? newly 18? register on-line. https://secure.sos.state.or.us/orestar/vr/register.do?lang=eng

 

Albert Kaufman Albertideation http://albertideation.com

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Climate Action Plan - One Year Update

Tuesday, October 5th, 6:30-8:30 PM, SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main. The City of Portland/Multnomah County Climate Action Plan was adopted one year ago this October. SE Uplift has invited Michael Armstrong, Senior Sustainability Manager for the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, to present on the progress that has been made over the past year, and what we can expect in the coming years. We will also discuss actions being taken at the neighborhood level and how those efforts can align with the goals of the CAP.

 

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Several free Food and Farm Events in early October

There are several exciting food, farm, and farmer events happening this coming week. All events are free and open to the public.

 

Wednesday October 6th: Local Food and Farm Forum at Lucky Lab on SE Hawthorne Sunday October 10th: Western Oregon Young Farmer Mixerat Naomi’s Organic Farm Supply Tuesday October 12th: InFARMation (and Beer!)on 'Barriers to Funding faced by Oregon Farmers' at Holocene

 

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Special Wordstock Conversation about Science, Stories, and Forest Policy

How does our allegiance to places affect our opinions about land use, particularly forest use? How do we build meanings into places individually and collectively through storytelling and public policy?

 

This is the focus of a special Wordstock Festival event, “Seeding a Sense of Place: Science, Stories, and Smart Forest Policy,” a free conversation with independent writer and editor Gail Wells on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. at Hoyt Arboretum, Bill DeWeese Classroom, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd.

 

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¡VIVA DON JUAN! Bilingual Cultural Performance

Celebrate Day of the Dead with Miracle Theatre Group! Every fall, the dead are commemorated in a lively show of dance, music and theatre in Portland’s longest-running Day of the Dead celebration. This year’s story — ¡Viva Don Juan! — is set in the late 1800s, just prior to the Mexican Revolution, when the working people stood up to the rich landowners and demanded their fair share. In the zócalo, or town square, a troupe of poor actors has arrived to present its annual street theatre production of Don Juan Tenorio (a play that has since become a Día de los muertos tradition in Mexico and one of the most produced plays in Spain).

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So Much Community Support has Built and Incredible Auction for Living Yoga's Gala!

 

Are you ready for an incredible auction?

With so much community support, so far we have gathered a Guided Yoga Trip to Peru, French Dinner Party for Eight, Diamond Pendant, Black Butte Getaway for you and ten guests, Two Portland Center Stage Flex Passes, Authentic Peuvian Dinner with Cooking Lessons for Eight, Urban Farm Package, Opal and Saphire Pendant, Landcape Yard Transformation Package, Year of Yoga, Breitenbush Retreats, Hawaiian Getaway, Body Spa Package, and North Coast Beach Getaway for Two with Surfing, Yoga, Massage, and Bed and Breakfast Lodging. And that's just some of it! Community support makes our programs possible--we couldn't do all that we do without you! Buy your tickets today and come celebrate Living Yoga!

 

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Jobs & Internships

Outside In seeks Bilingual Clinic Coordinator

 

Bilingual Clinic Coordinator - posted 09/29/2010- until filled

 

Coordinate front desk reception and patient intake and provide interpretation for high-volume homeless and youth medical clinic. Provide assistance and referrals to a diverse population of clients as a part of a multi-disciplinary, harm-reduction medical team. Required qualifications: Spanish/English, experience working with under-served populations, ability to multi-task and retain accuracy and attention to detail. Medical background preferred. $13.25/hour, 20-24 hours/week + benefits. Diversity valued.

 

Cover letter and employment application required.

 

Application instructions: www.outsidein.org/employment.htm

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Development Director for CASH Oregon

Digest topic: Jobs & Internships

Information

organization:CASH Oregon
position summary:

The Development Director will seek out increased sources of funding, provide financial management and work as a key team member for the growth of CASH Oregon.

Salary / Pay Rate:$45,000 - $50,000 with benefits
Apply by:October 9, 2010
more info...

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Behavioral Health Career Opportunities

Digest topic: Jobs & Internships

Information

organization:Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare
position summary:

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare is a nonprofit provider of behavioral health services in the state of Oregon. We deliver mental health and addictions treatment services to some of the state's most vulnerable, yet resilient, people. We currently serve people in three counties: Multnomah, Clackamas, and Lane.

We operate in diverse communities with a workforce of 750 employees in more than 75 locations, along with mobile outreach workers who travel about in the community. The heart of Cascadia is her people - the people we serve, our coworkers, and our community partners. Together we create a unique environment laced with an entrepreneurial spirit, focused on efficiency, committed to diversity and grounded in compassion.

Salary / Pay Rate:DOE
more info...

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Crisis Counselors Needed

Digest topic: Jobs & Internships

Information

organization:Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare
position summary:

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare, a non-profit behavioral health provider, is seeking 4 full time Counselors to work in Project Respond, an innovative mental health program that provides crisis response and intervention to individuals in the Portland metro area. The clinician will work as an integrated team member responding to crises throughout the community providing assessment, intervention and follow up.

  • #331 –Mobile Crisis Clinician – Child and Family
  • #361 – Mobile Crisis Clinician – Child and Family
  • #365 – Family Crisis Stabilization Counselor
  • #392 - Mobile Crisis Clinician - Child and Family

For more information about these positions and to apply, visit our website at:

Salary / Pay Rate:DOE
more info...

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Nonprofit News

Catholic Campaign for Human Development Economic Development Grants Due October 12th

The Portland chapter of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development is accepting applications for Fall Local Economic Development Grants.

 

The application deadline is Tuesday October 12th.

 

CCHD Local Grant Proposals may be up to $5,000, which are available for one year. Local CCHD Grants fund or support economic development initiatives that are small or in the early stages of development. Economic development projects assist poor and low-income people to develop new businesses, create new jobs and protect assets. These local grants are intended for projects that provide the potential for those in poverty to participate in decision-making while having the dominant voice in the organization.

 

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Volunteering

Calling all Birders: StreamTeam Bird Monitoring Begins (10/19)!

Can you identify birds by sight and sound?

 

The StreamTeam is looking for intermediate to advanced birders to collect important data on wading bird populations in Clark County. Become a part of a network of birders working to assess local bird populations.

 

Wading bird orientation will be held on Tuesday, October 19th from 6:00pm until 8:30pm. Learn how to collect data, conduct site visits and be a part of this effort! Volunteers make their own monitoring schedule within set protocols.

 

This wildlife monitoring effort is a partnership between Clark Public Utilities' StreamTeam and Clark County Department of Environmental Services. The goal of this program is to monitor wildlife usage of stream restoration and enhancement sites.

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Volunteers Needed for Community wide Pancake Breakfast

Harvey Scott School PTA (NE PDX)is hosting a pancake breakfast on Oct. 23rd. from 8-10. We would love to have grill cooks and clean-up crew volunteers. We are also looking for donated grills as the school kitchen has only ovens, no stove top or grill. Please contact Shawn Maierle, [email protected], if you or your group might be able to help.

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OMSI Evaluation and Visitor Studies Internship - Visitor Study Volunteer Coordinator

OMSI's Evaluation and Visitor Studies department is seeking a motivated individual to serve this fall as an unpaid intern in the position of Visitor Study Volunteer Coordinator for the WAVES (Water Avenue Visitor Experience Study) project. The project involves surveying visitors to learn more about their impressions of their OMSI visit(s). Information gathered from the surveys helps inform OMSI staff on how to enhance visitors' experiences and develop business practices that benefit the community.

 

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Russian Speakers Needed to Work with Families!

Impact Northwest's Parent Child Development Program aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which families with young children (prenatal to five years of age) can receive developmentally appropriate education, guidance, and support services.

 

We are in need of volunteer language support specialists who are fluent in Russian. These volunteers will help us translate program materials, and communicate with our clients.

 

If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you! Contact Rana DeBey at [email protected] for more information.

 

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Ethos to operate the IFCC — Panelists requested asap!

Ethos, Inc. is now operating the IFCC building! Ethos’ board and staff are looking forward to reinvigorating the arts in the IFCC building as quickly as possible. If you would like to take an active role in the future of Ethos at IFCC, please consider applying to be on one of Ethos’ advisory panels for the building. These panelists will help Ethos decide which theater companies, visual artists, and dance companies will program in the IFCC building. Please forward this application on to anyone you think would be interested in serving as a panelist.

 

http://ethos.org/ethos-at-ifcc-panelist-application

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