NOTICES
Science Internship Available for
High School Tribal Member
A summer internship is available at
the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency in Newport, Ore., for a Siletz
Tribal member in the ninth, 10th, or
11th grade.
This is an opportunity to get hands-
on experience in science research while
working in both the EPA lab and in the
field. The position lasts for eight weeks,
is full time, and pays a $1,000 stipend
to cover the costs of transportation,
food, etc.
The student who participates in the
program also attends two overnight
conferences (with transportation
provided), one at Oregon State
University and one at Portland State
University.
This opportunity is offered through
the Apprenticeships in Science and
Engineering Program. Applications are
available by calling 503-748-1395 or
e-mailing ase@pdx.edu.
The application deadline is
Feb. 24,2004.
See Orchids at Spring Show
See hundreds of beautiful orchids
at the Spring Orchid Show and Sale on
March 6-7 in Hillsboro, Ore., at the
Washington County Fair Complex in
the large Main Exhibit Hall at NE 34th
and Cornell.
March 6 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 7.
Sale hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on
You can buy orchid plants, books,
March 6 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 7.
and growing supplies. You also can
A repotting clinic takes place both days
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extra charge).
shop with local artists at “Orchids from
Help Oregon Veterans Through
Tax Refund
SALEM, Ore. - As tax time quickly
approaches, the Oregon Department of
Veterans’ Affairs would like to remind
taxpayers of an opportunity to donate
part or all of their Oregon tax refund to
the Oregon Veterans’ Home.
Charitable Check-off allows
taxpayers to designate all or a portion
of their Oregon tax refund to various
charities. Last year, generous Oregon
ians donated more than $9,000 to the
Oregon Veterans’ Home via this method.
Opened in 1997, the Oregon
Veterans’ Home is a 151-bed long-term
the Hands and Hearts of Artisans.” A
vireya rhododendron show and sale
rounds out the event.
Show hours are 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on
health care facility that provides skilled
nursing and rehabilitative care exclu
sively for veterans living in Oregon.
Located in The Dalles, it is Oregon’s
only state veterans home. The home’s
operation relies in part on donations.
Donations are tax deductible and
easy to do. If you use Oregon Form 40S,
locate line 31, enter the number 12, and
then choose an amount you would like
to donate. If you use Oregon Form 40,
locate line 63, enter the number 12, and
then choose an amount from those listed
or enter an amount of your choice.
Admission is $3; children under 12
are free. Parking is free. For show
information, call 503-280-5455. For
TriMet information, call 503-238-RIDE
(7433). For fair complex information,
call 503-648-1416.
The Oregon Orchid Society, Inc.,
was established in 1945. Monthly
meetings feature informative speakers,
beginner programs, and orchid displays
and sales. Guests are welcome.
Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. on the
third Tuesday of each month at the
Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW
Capitol Highway in the Multnomah
Village area of Portland. For directions,
call the arts center at 503-823-2787.
Save Energy and Stay Warm at Home
With winter’s cold temperatures,
the Oregon Department of Energy has
some helpful tips for saving energy and
making winter more comfortable.
Heating
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Set your heating thermostat to
60° F at night and 68° F during the
daytime when you are home.
Install a programmable thermostat to
automatically maintain temperatures.
Have your forced-air heating system
serviced. Replace the air filter.
Add insulation to your attic, floor,
and walls.
Replace your windows with
energy-efficient windows.
Plug unused chimney flue with a
flue “pillow.”
Water Heating
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Make sure your water heater is set
between 125° F and 130° F.
Wrap your water heater with a water
heater blanket if it’s in unheated
space. An insulation blanket costs
about $ 10 and quickly pays for itself.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Install water-saving showerheads.
New models deliver a full spray
using less than two-and-a-half
gallons a minute. They cost only $5
to $15 and are easy to install.
Install faucet aerators.
Fix leaky fixtures. Thirty drips a
minute of hot water wastes 50
gallons of water a month.
Take a shower instead of a bath. The
average bath uses twice as much
hot water as a five-minute shower.
Set a timer when you shower to
remind you when five minutes is
up. Showers make up about 2/3 of
your water heating costs.
Don’t allow hot water to run down
the drain. Turn off the faucets
immediately after use.
Insulate your hot water pipes.
Waterbeds - Pull the covers up to
insulate the top; insulate the bottom
and sides with polystyrene foam
insulation and lower the waterbed
thermostat, if adjustable.
Drain and clean hot tubs if not in
use. Use the insulated cover.
Use the cold water setting on
clothes washers.
Wash only full loads in the clothes
washer and dishwasher.
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Lighting
Turn off your lights whenever
possible. Use task lighting rather
than lighting the whole room.
Replace your indoor standard
incandescent light bulbs with
compact fluorescent bulbs. The
new compact fluorescent bulbs use
approximately 70 percent less
energy than standard light bulbs.
While more expensive initially,
they last much longer.
Replace your outdoor lighting with
motion-sensor floodlights or
outdoor-rated compact fluorescents.
Refrigeration
Don’t keep your refrigerator or
freezer too cold. Recommended
temperatures are 37° F to 40° F for
the refrigerator and 0° F for the
freezer. Check the temperature.
Replace your 10-year-old or older
refrigerator with an energy
efficient model.
Discontinue using a seldom-used
second “pop and beer” refrigerator.
Cooking
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Cook several meals at the same time.
Use a microwave or toaster oven
when possible for small quantities
of food.
When heating water for tea or
other drinks, heat only as much
as you need.
The Oregon Department of Energy
provides tax credits, loans, technical
assistance, and energy information for
homes, businesses, manufacturing,
farms, ranches, schools, and government.
For more information, call (toll-free)
1-8OO-221-8O35 or check the Web site
at www.energy.state.or.us.
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