November 11, 1987, Portland Observer, Page 7
TMC ENTERTAINMENT SEEN
PCC Offers Tips on Financial Planning
For Child's Education
Major Film to be Shot in Oregon
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Donna A llen <R), w hose recently released th ird single "S w e e t Som e
b o d y " fo llo w s the success o f her firs t tw o singles "S e rio u s" and
"S a tis fie d ", shares a m o m ent w ith Stephanie M ills (L) backstage at
the taping o f the syndicated television show "S h o w tim e A t A p o llo ."
ABOUTTOWN
Brasserie M o n tm a r te ......................................... 626 S.W. Park, 224-5552
Fri.-Sat., Big Bangg Band
Cafe V iv o ...........................................................555 S.W. Oak St., 228 8486
Thus.-Sat., Tom Grant Band
C olum bia Theatre C o..........................20th & S.E. H aw thorne, 232 7005
Sun., Alone Together Show: Janice Scroggins,
Lloyd Jones & Curtis Salgado
Cousin's Cafe B a r ................................... 231 S.W. A nkeny St., 274 2667
Thurs., Richie Cole Quartet in Concert
Fri.-Sat., Ralph Black Quartet
D a k o ta .........................................................239 S.W. Broadw ay, 241-4151
Sun., Curtis Salgado and the Stilletos
Dandelion P u b ............................................. 31 N.W. 23rd Place, 223 0099
Thurs., Curtis Salgado and the Stilletos
E li's ............................................................................ 424 S.W. 4th, 223 4241
Thurs., Romeo; Fri.-Sat., Hypertension
H o b b it...........................................................S.E. 39th & Holgate, 771-0742
Fri.-Sat., Mel Brown Quintet
Key L a r g o ...................................................................31 N.W. 1st, 223 9919
Fri.-Sat., Cool 'R wZ Flirt
M ary's Place.......................................................5700 N.E. Union, 281-1176
Fri.-Sat., Staple Bros, w / Dr. Rock
O 'C allahan's................................................. 11650 S.W. Canyon, 626 2223
TBA
Parchm an F a r m ................................................... 1204 S.E. Clay, 235-7831
Thurs., Dick Blake, Mel Brown, Leroy Vinnegar
Pine S treet T h e a tre .................................................221 S.E. 9th, 230-0661
Sat., Obo Addy & Krukrudu
Remo s ...............................................................1425 N.W. Glisan, 221 1150
Fri.-Sat., Don Latarski Group
Sun., Ron Steen Jam
S a lty 's ...........................................................Foot o f S.E. M arion, 239-8900
Fri.-Sat., Linn
S tarry N ig h t
.......................................................8 N.W. 6th, 227 0071
Fri., Commedian Jerry Sienfield
W ord o f the Weed: e xo rb ita n t — excessive beyond w h a t is norm al
Color o f the Week: cranberry
Act One
by Ken Covington
F.M./The Black Experience
Part 1 of 2
I’m sure everyone is painfully aware that Portland is lacking something
known by professionals as "Urban Contemporary Radio" - known to
regular folks as "Black Radio" - and known to Portland listeners as non
existent. Mind you, I'm not taking anything away from KBOO, for without
that couple of hours a day, we (Blacks) would really be lost. Even those
who don't tune in are affected by what goes on and what is played there.
Way back when (exactly how long, I don't know) in the motherland
(Africa), miles separated one tribe or clan from another; and over a period
of time, a form of communication was established that transcended any
amount of distance, and, in some instances, even languages. This commu
nication was carried on via drums. This established a medium in which
births, deaths, celebrations, and even "I'm coming to kick your b utt" could
be shared from point A to point B. Whatever the occasion, the communi
cation was there and could be heard and understood by more than one
person and turned these rural tribes or clans separated by miles of jungle
into communities.
Growing up in a large metropolis known as St. Louis, Mo., the Black
community had several mediums: word of mouth, three Black newspapers,
and later on, not one but two and now three Black radio stations, and, last
but not least, there were a barrage of Black churches.
Word of mouth always carries a margin of hearsay and cannot always
be relied on for factual information. The Black news publications were
weekly, and sometimes the action that should have been immediate was a
little late (sometimes too late) in coming, due to the weekly schedule of not
only the papers but churches, as well. Black radio was in its infancy in the
early 60 s, and. I'll admit, a little unorganized; but by the middle and late
60's had fully realized their responsibility and impact in relation to the com
munity.
"Say it Loud! I'm Black and I'm Proud" hit the airways like an all-
points bulletin in my city; and, even as a child, I noticed the distinct change
in the way my Brothers and Sisters carried themselves, not only in but out
side of the community. Afro hairstyles were worn high and proud along
with all those loud transluscent colors that contrasted sharply against the
ebony hue of our skin. Higher and higher our heads were carried - no
longer content with the back of the bus or second class service in the finer
•’ restaurants in the city.
Where did all of this change come from overnight? Certainly not from
the six o'clock news. The injection came from jocks on the air along with
messages in the music - our music. I saw mom and pop operations grow
into thriving businesses, having not to sit by and watch, but having hand
and a say-so in what went on around them.
Where did the get this power? I’ll tell you next week.
Kids' Day OFF
Portland Public Schools
Hillside Community Center, 653 N.W. Culpepper, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
grades 1 through 5. Enjoy continental breakfast at Hillside, then take off for
a morning of horseback riding and an afternoon of rollerskating. Bring a
lunch and extra clothes. Spaces limited. The fee is $25, which includes
.. transportation, activities, and chaperones.
In a recent annnouncement in Southern Oregon, a remake of Inherit
the W ind" will be filmed in Oregon in mid-November. ITW, an independent
production company, will be shooting the made-for-television movie to be
shown on the NBC Movie of the Week sometime in the next few months.
The three days of location shooting will be primarily in Jacksonville,
Oregon. This site was chosen for its "small southern town look” and does
resemble the era of the mid-1920's.
"Jacksonville pretty much fits the bill, stated Hal Galli, Production
Manager, ITW. "The Courthouse was very important and the main street
looks good. We came to Oregon because California doesn't have that small
town look and has too many palm trees "
"Inherit the W ind," set in the 1920's in the Deep South, is a story of a
teacher arrested for teaching evolution in the schools. The film follows the
trial of the teacher as he presents his beliefs.
"Inherit the W ind" will star Kirk Douglas as William Harrison-Brady;
Jason Robards as Henry Drummond; and Jean Simmons as Lucy Brady.
David Greene ("R oots," "Fatal Vision") will direct the film; executive pro
ducer is Peter Douglas ("Am os"); and producer is Robert Papazian ("The
Day A fter," "North and South, Part 2," "The Betty Ford Story").
Nearly 200 extras will be hired for walk-ons, bit and speaking parts.
American Talent Professionals in Medford will be hiring the local talent.
"W e need a marching band, a Dixieland band, an organ grinder with
monkey, 1925 vintage cars and children ages six to nine," comments
Rebecca Morrison-Stoney, casting director, American Talent Profes
sionals. "W e are also working in the production company on the possibility
of hiring local technical assistance as well ."
"Financial Planning for Your Child's Education" is the title of a Port
land Community College seminar scheduled from 7 to 9:30 Thursday, Octo
ber 29, at the Alameda Community School, 2732 N.E. Fremont St. Cost is
$4.00. Instructor for the class is Steven Mueller, partner in a Portland finan
cial planning firm. Further information is available from the Cascade Cam
pus Community Education office, 244-6111, Ext. 5205.
DOUBLE TEE PRESENTS
LADYSMITH
BI ACK
MAMBAZO
Toy and Joymakers Gearing Up
It's that time of the year again and our Toy and Joymakers are gearing
up for another very busy season.
Here's our point — if you can fit our program into yours, you would
be assisting in promoting a very worthwhile community effort, the Portland
Fire Bureau Toy and Joymakers, a Portland tradition for 73 years.
This year, as in the past, we will be distributing some 100,000 toys
to approximately 30,000 needy children. This can only be done with the aid
of the community supplying our needs in the form of new or very repair
able toys and/or cash donations. (It's all tax deductible.)
If you can assist us in any way as part of your programming, please
call (248-0203) and we will respond with our sirens screaming.
SAT., NOV. 28
9:00 P .M .
PCC Cascade Campus to Present
Shakespearean Actors
STARRY NIGHT
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Five players from the Oregon Shakespearean Festival will present two
free assemblies and a workshop Wednesday, November 18, at the Cas
cade Campus of Portland Community College, 705 N. Killingsworth St.
The three presentations will be from 11 a m. to 2 p.m. in the Cascade
Hall auditorium.
The programs are being co-sponsored by the Cascade Campus Cul
tural Affairs Committee and Associated Students of PCC.
Christmas Tree Recycling
FROM PAUL SIMON’S
GRACELAND
DIAMONDS ON THE SOLES OF HER SHOES ■ HOMELESS
M A Y THE TENDER MERCIES OF OUR
LORD ABOVE IN C O M PA SS YOUR LIFE.
Inform ation Sought
The Metro Recycling Information
Center wants to hear from civic
groups and service organizations
that will be offering Christmas tree
pick-up or drop-off locations this
year.
Groups should contact the center
now with times, dates and locations
so that information can be entered
into the center's referral system.
Center staff will then be able to help
promote Christmas tree recycling
services by providing callers with
pick-up information and drop-off
locations. The Recycling Informa
tion Center provides a telephone
hotline for general recycling infor
mation.
For a small fee, civic groups and
service organizations provide pick
up or drop-off locations throughout
the metropolitan area. Trees can
then be processed into useful gar
den compost or ground cover, thus
saving landfill space.
Call the Metro Recycling Infor
mation Center at 224-5555 or write
to 2000 S.W. First Ave., Portland,
OR 97201, if your group will be of
fering this important recycling ser
vice.
G .l. Jo e 's , Galleria Jean M achine, & E verybody's
Leonard Hayes
McDonalds Employee
Leonard Hayes
Kimberley Warren
McDonalds Employee
McDonalds Employee
Stylist Brunette
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Stylist Burnette
Cherise Woods
Shaun Wilson
Shaun Wilson
Student
Student
Full Tim e Mother
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Stylist Melvia
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Lou Ella Franks
Lou Ella Franks
Lou Ella Franks
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Antique Liquidation
The De Paul Legacy store, 1300
S.W. Washington, is holding a spe
cial antique liquidation auction, Sat
urday, November 21st. Preview be
gins at 9 a.m.; the auction at 10.
Items to be auctioned include an
tique glass cases, dining tables,
candelabra, Pakistani rugs, and a
1964 International 60-passenger
bus.
Proceeds will be used to provide
funds for the De Paul Center's indi
gent youth and adult alcoholism and
drug abuse programs.
De Paul, which was established in
1977, is the only institution in the
United States that provides quality
treatment exclusively to indigent
substance users.
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BY
"MELVIA"
5852 N E. 42nd
287 0630
On No. 75 bus — bus stops right in front
Needed
Northeast Health Resource Cen
ter, Minority AIDS Task Force,
needs volunteers.
Health back
ground helpful.
For information,
call 289 4915.
Stylist Brunette Johnson
Stylist "M e lv ia "
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