Calendar
March 03, 2010
Portland Bulletin
Friday March 12
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION! Retired Washington State Representative, Val Ogden will share her personal story, her assessment of the current status of women. This is a free event but, space is limited so registration is required. 7:30 p.m. The Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver. 4505 E. 18th St. For more info call 360-896-8852 or mailto:celialouderback@gmail.com
Saturday March 13
KENTON LIBRARY GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION! Jazz and coffee 10 a.m. – noon. Dedication ceremony 2 p.m. Cupcakes and lemonade 2:30 p. m. Dr Seuss celebration 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. and much more. 8226 N. Denver Ave.
Friday & Saturday March 12 &13
FREE PORTLAND ECOROOF EXPO: Ecoroof Portland is a free event open to the public. Vendor fair, architects, consultants, contractors and much more. A full speaker program both days. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Leftbank Annex, 101 N. Weilder St.
Sunday March 14
THE VANCOUVER AVENUE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATES ITS 66TH SPIRTUAL ANNIVERSARY: The community at large are invited to commemorate the 66th church anniversary. 3 p.m. Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church.
ST. PADDY’S DAY DINNER/FUNDRAISER. Supporting Partnership with Oregon Food bank & Support Linnton’s Children’s programs. $15.00 and children are free. Doors open at 6 p.m. Linnton Community Center 10614 NW St. Helens Rd. For more details call 503-927-5038.
Monday March 15
MARCH IS DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS AWARENESS MONTH! Attend this free DVT forum to learn your risks, symptoms, and what surgeries increase your risk for DVT. 9 a.m. Pre-registration required 503-335-3500 Emanuel Medical Center 2801 N. Gantenbein Ave. Lorenzen Auditorium.
Thursday March 18
WE’RE GOING TO DEFEND OURSELVES. The Portland chapter of Black Panther Party & local media response. A presentation by Jules Boykoff & Martha Gies. 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Architectural Heritage Center 701 SE Grand Ave.
Saturday March 20
LIGHT, CAMERA, AGITATE: Celebrate the hundredth anniversary of International Women’s Day by saluting the emergent leadership of Portland Radical organizer-elect Emma Allen. International buffet served at 6 p.m. for $8.00 donation. Speaker starts at 7 p.m. Bread and Roses Center 819 N. Killingsworth.
Sunday March 21
16TH ANNUAL READING FAIR! The fair’s theme this year is Trees, Seeds and Leaves: Grow a Reader! Designed to engage students from pre-kindergarten to middle school. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Chiles Center on Campus, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. Free for all ages.
Seattle Bulletin
Thursday March 11
GIRLS GROUP- NEW IMAGE OF YOUNG GIFTED WOMEN! This is a focus group to give young women a better understanding of their purpose and to provide strength in areas such as confidence, beauty and self love. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Rainier Beach Community Center 8825 Rainier Ave. S. Free to all young women.
Saturday & Sunday March 13 & 14
CELEBRATE THE CULTURE AND CUSTOMS OF IRELAND! Non – stop music, dancing and children’s activities. Festival – goers may participate in workshops and take in the colorful exhibits. Noon – 6 p.m. Both Days The Seattle Center.
Wednesday March 17
ST. PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the North Bellevue Community Center. Bingo will be featured. 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 4063 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue
Thursday March 18
SENIOR COFFEE HOUR WITH SEATTLE MAYOR MIKE MCGINN! Hear the steps Mayor McGinn has taken to reduce City spending, address deferred maintenance and public safety, and seek public input on the future of Seattle. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Special Location Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room, 600 4th Ave.
SPRING CELEBRATION. Festivals/fairs, seasonal events, music & special events. 10 a.m. – Noon. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave. E Cost is $2.00 per person.
Friday March 19
HAITIAN RELIEF CONCERT! The Total Experience Gospel Choir will host an evening of song, dance and instrumental music to benefit the victims of Haiti. Suggested donation at the door $10.00 per person or whatever people are willing to donate. 7 p.m. Seattle’s Daniels Recital Hall at 5th and Marion in downtown Seattle. For more info call 206-919-6130.
Saturday March 20
VINTAGE WEDDING FAIR: Be welcomed inside, have some champagne, and meet & greet with local designers and specialists. $8.00 admission (special gift with entry). Noon – 6 p.m. Gossamer Collective 1406 18th Ave.