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February 22, 2017 The Skanner Page 5 News Events & Announcements Community Calendar 2017 cont’d from pg 4 FRIDAY, MARCH 3 ALLIED ARTS: A SOCIAL JUSTICE SOCIAL: All are invited to come and spread awareness and support for locally led “Social Jus- tice! The Allied Arts Show,” which brings together visual and performing artists who donate their talents to raise money and spread awareness for non-profit organizations that support social justice and the groups affected by the current adminis- tration. $12 gets guests admission, a drink ticket and a raffle ticket. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., The Lagunitas Community Room, 237 NE Broadway St. Suite 300. PHOTO BY SUSAN FRIED SUNDAY, MARCH 5 Rest In Power Trayvon Martin’s parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, answer questions from moderator Vivian Phillips and the audience about their book, Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin at an event sponsored by Seattle Arts and Lectures at Town Hall Feb. 15. The nearly-sold-out hall heard Trayvon’s parents talk about their son’s life and tragic death and how his legacy is empowering others to fight against Stand Your Ground laws and the pernicious effects of racism. Briefs cont’d from pg 4 website at www.voiceforvoicelesstheatre.com. Pop-up Photo Exhibition to Shine the Spotlight on Oregon Women Veterans “I Am Not Invisible,” a presentation featuring 20 portraits of Oregon women military veterans, will be unveiled later this month at a special, one-night com- munity exhibition at the Portland Art Museum. The project, which is a joint effort of Portland State University’s Veterans Resource Center and the Ore- gon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, is intended to shine a spotlight on women veterans, whose contri- butions, experiences and needs are too often ignored or overlooked socially, politically and legally. There are more than 28,000 women veterans in Or- egon — a number that has risen steadily over the past three decades — representing almost one-tenth of Or- egon’s veteran population. And yet, women veterans continue to face significant barriers and challenges in accessing necessary health care and other ser- vices, while experiencing a lack of recognition unlike their male counterparts. The project is the brainchild of PSU Veterans Re- source Center Director Felita Singleton and ODVA Women Veterans Coordinator Elizabeth Estabrooks, who are also curating the Feb. 24 show. The debut of “I Am Not Invisible” will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24, at the Portland Art Muse- um, 1219 S.W. Park Ave. Many of the women veterans who participated in the project, as well as the photog- rapher, Sally Sheldon, will be in attendance. Complimentary admission is available to those at- tending the exhibit. Guests should check in at the guest services desk upon entry and identify them- selves as attending the I Am Not Invisible event. Information about the museum’s hours and acces- sibility can be found online at portlandartmuseum. org/plan-your-visit/hours-admission and portland- artmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility. Seattle News Briefs City of Seattle Files Freedom of Information Act Requests on Immigration Order Today, Mayor Ed Murray announced during his 2017 State of the City address that, under the direction of City Attorney Pete Holmes, the City of Seattle will file a series of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) re- quests with multiple federal agencies regarding Pres- ident Trump’s immigration Executive Order target- ing immigrants and refugees. The requests are being sent to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FOIA requests seek details related to Presi- dent Trump’s Executive Order 13768 announcing that “sanctuary jurisdictions” will not receive federal funds and which gave immigration authorities great- er discretion in immigration policy, detainment, and deportation. The Executive Order has been characterized as vague, with limited public information available. The FOIA requests call for the federal agencies to provide Seattle all records and plans pertaining to the intent and enforcement of the order in a timely manner. Federal law requires that the agencies respond with- in 20 days. During his State of the City speech at Idris Mosque, Mayor Murray said: “In today’s atmosphere of uncertainty and fear, let me reaffirm my commitment that we will remain a welcoming city for all. Under my direction, along with City Attorney Pete Holmes, in response to the Administration’s actions and rhetoric regarding immigrants and refugees, today Seattle will send a series of Freedom of Information Requests to mul- tiple federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security. We believe that the rule of law is on our side, and we will take legal action if the federal government does not answer our requests in a timely manner.” Additionally, last week Mayor Murray directed the City of Seattle to join an amicus brief in Darweesh v. Trump, seeking an injunction against Trump’s Exec- utive Order banning foreigners from seven predom- inately Muslim countries from entering the United States. Seattle joined several cities from across the country on this brief, noting the ban’s impact on safe- ty, the economy and security. The case stems from the detainment and threatened deportation of Hameed Darweesh, an Iraqi national with a valid travel visa, after he arrived in the United States. Jayapal to Host Town Hall in Seattle On March 6, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal will host a public town hall meeting at Town Hall Seattle at 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. At the event, Jayapal will discuss her work in Congress and take questions from constituents. Town halls are an important way for constituents to connect with their representatives in government and hold them ac- countable. This will be the first in a series of town hall-style events in Washington’s 7th District, which encom- passes most of Seattle and surrounding areas includ- ing Vashon Island, Lake Forest Park, Edmonds and parts of Burien, Shoreline and Normandy Park. Elected in 2016, Jayapal serves on the House Judi- ciary Committee and the Subcommittee on Immigra- tion and Border Security. She is also the Vice Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee. ALLEN TEMPLE CME CHURCH CELEBRATING 68TH CHURCH ANNI- VERSARY: Theme: “Going Forth with GOD.” Rev. J. Walter Hills II, Senior Pastor of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church will be the keynote speaker celebrating the 68th anniversary at the family and friends worship service. 4 p.m., Maranatha Church, 4222 NE 12th Ave. Seattle Bulletin FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 GARDENING WITH YOUR CHILDREN: PLAN AND PREPARE YOUR GARDEN: Learn ideas to make your garden fun for the whole family. You will make a fun craft to bring home to your very own garden. $2 suggested donation! Pre-registration is required please call 425-452-6993 Course 112721. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station, 15416 SE 16th St., Bellevue. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. SEUSS STORYTIME: In celebration of the beloved author’s birthday on March 2, The Northgate Mall will host a special storytime featuring coloring, activities and more. 11 a.m., Northgate Mall, 401 NE Northgate Way. CHAMPIONS OF COURAGE BY SOUTH SOUND PARENT 2 PARENT: SSP2P will host the fourth annual fundraiser, Champions for Courage at the Hands on Children’s Museum. Activities for this fundraising event include: Silent auction, wine grab, delicious finger food and beverages, face painting, photo booth and much more. Fun for all ages to have fun and enjoy. Admission is $12 for adults, children 18 and younger are free. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., The New Hans on Children’s Museum is located at 414 Jefferson ST. NE., Olympia. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 BELLEVUE COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR: Come and learn about the resources in our community. Dozens of local organizations will be on site to discuss a wide range of services. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., Bellevue Library, Room 1, 1111 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue. THURSDAY, MARCH 2 FREE ADMISSION DAY AT NORTHWEST AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSE- UM: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S. Massachusetts St. SATURDAY, MARCH 4 LEWIS CREEK RANGER HIKE: Join a park ranger to explore the natural and cultural history of Lewis Creek Park. All ages wel- come, we encourage families to join us! Free. 10:30 a.m. – noon., Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd. SE, Bel- levue. County Council remembers 75th Anniversary of Exec. Order 9066 The Metropolitan King County Council held a cer- emony today to recognize it has been 75 years since President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Executive Or- der 9066 on February 19, 1942. The order authorized the United States military to carry out the unconsti- tutional forced removal and incarceration of over 120,000 persons of Japanese ancestry from the West Coast. This included 9,600 Japanese-American resi- dents of King County. “We must never forget the events leading up to this travesty, the irreparable harm inflicted, and the patri- otism and courage of those who spoke out against the violations of their civil liberties,” said Council Vice Chair Rod Dembowski. “Linking this history to con- temporary issues, we must ensure we do not repeat past atrocities.”