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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 27 October 2023

Create a sense of belonging and curate a passion for history as an OHS Volunteer Educator!

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 26 October 2023

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ACT Contemporary Theatre announced this week the cast and creative team for their 48th production of the beloved classic, A Christmas Carol.

Details: Written by By Sean Nealon, Oregon State University; Published: 23 October 2023

Britt Block, What a Bee Sees: Apple Blossom, 2022. Pastel on Paper, 54” x 45” (detail). Featured in Oregon State University's 2023 Art About Agriculture exhibition. (Photo/OSU)

The touring show will be on display from Nov. 17 to Dec. 31 in the Antoinette Hatfield Hall Rotunda at Portland’5 Centers for the Arts

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 October 2023

University of Portland Chiles Center

Gift advances the Chiles Foundation’s long-standing commitment to UP and its home arena in the heart of North Portland

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

Light posts in a wooded park

Portland Parks & Recreation will begin replacing dozens of light poles across 11 city parks this month, starting with Colonel Summers Park at SE 17th Avenue and Taylor Street.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

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There are hundreds of entry-level permanent seasonal forestry technician and forestry aid positions available in locations across the nation, including 436 positions across Washington and Oregon.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

Happiness Family Farm sells their produce at St. Johns Farmers Market (Photo/St. Johns Farmers Market)

On October 28 the final farmers market of the season will be held, with a Harvest Market and Holiday Market in November and December respectively.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

KCLS values Intellectual Freedom and believes that everyone has the freedom to read, listen to and view content of any kind within the law.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

This funding opportunity will keep health equity, community strengths and community-led priorities at the forefront of public health work.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 16 October 2023

(Photo/ Marc Fanelli)

These “We See You” grants represent the commitment the Black Future Co-op Fund has to investing in Black-led nonprofits that play an essential role in advancing self-determination, connecting communities, and promoting civic discourse.

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