page 4...The Portland Observer...December 18,1991
Project Help/Oregon Heat Assistance
• und Distribution begins January 1
Funds donated to the 1991-92
Projet t HELP/Oregon Heat fund-rais-
•ng campaign will be distributed begin­
ning Jan. 1, 1992,
Sponsored by Portland General
Electric Co. (PGE) and Pacific Power,
Project HELP/Oregon Heat provides
emergency heating assistance to quali­
fying low-income families or individu­
als. In addition to bill assistance, Proj­
ect HELP/Oregon Heat will provide
energy counseling, weatherization, and
referral and advocacy for other types of
assistance.
PGE and Pacific Power solicited
for support for Project HELP?Oregon
Heal through their winter billing state­
ments and also contributed seed money
to kick off the campaign.
During it’s 10-year existence, the
assistance program has helped more
than 44,000 families with more than
$4.5 million in contributions.
Contact: Roxanne Bailey, Public
Information Representative 464-8466
Staying Safe This Winder - De­
cember - March
Once again, it’s that time of the
year when mother nature belts out blow­
ing winds and chilling temperatures
that can result in downed power lines.
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Shoud an individual ever encoun­
ter a fallen power line, here are some
helpful hints that might help you get
yourself out of a jam.
* Never move or touch a downed
power line. Don’t even go near it! Even
it it looks harmless, a fallen power line
can still be energized and touching it
could be fatal.
* If a wire falls on a car, the driver
and passengers should stay inside until
help arrives and the wires are removed.
If remaining in the vehicle is impos­
sible (perhaps the care is on fire), each
person must jump clear of the car with­
out touching it and the ground at the
same time.
* Television, radio and CB anten­
nae are also eaily knocked down by
wind. Before climbing on the roof to
make repairs or adjustment, make sure
there is adequate clearance between the
antenna and any overhead power lines.
* Wet and freezing weather condi­
tions makes electrical equipment more
dangerous. Remind children to stay away
from electric substations, transformers,
utility poles, and overhead lines.
All downed power lines should be
reported by calling 911 or PGE at
464-7777.
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’Twas The Night After Christmas
And Kwanzaa Began
estimated 15 million people of African
descent in the United States, Canada,
the Caribbean, England and Africa now
celebrate Kwanzaa in some form. Chi­
cago is among an increasing number of
cities that sponsor Kwanzaa programs.
“ The resurgence of some of the worst
aspects of racism which have forced
African-Americans to value and to
reassess the importance of their own
institutions and traditions also have led
to the rise in Kwanzaa observances,”
says Plumpp.
Kwanzaa activities are family-and
com m unity-oriented. Food from
throughout the African diaspora are
served and zawadi, or gifts of cultural
significance, are exchanged. The ide­
als o f the holiday, collectively known
as the Nguzo Saba, are underscored
through a daily candle-lighting cere­
mony. Kwanzaa ’ s seven princ iples are:
Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia, (self-de­
termination); Ujima (collective work
and responsibility); Ujamaa, (coopera­
tive economics); Nia, (purpose);
Kuumba, (creativity); and Imani, (faith).
Kwanzaa is not "black Christmas.”
It is not a religious holiday or an alter­
native to Christmas. Kwanzaa is the
seven-day Afrocentric celebration that
begins Dec. 26. Adapted from the an­
nual agricultural festivals that are an
integral part of African tradition,
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 to unify
the African-American community
toward a common set of goals and
objectives and to reassert traditional
values.
The name comes from the phrase,
mantunda ya kwanza, which in Swahili
means “ the first fruits of h arest” The
extra “ a” was added to make it uniquely
American.
“ The celebration of Kwanzaa is
based on the ideals of family, heritage
and community and provides a won­
derful opportunity to reflect on tradi­
tional values,” said Sterling D. Plumpp,
University of Illinois at Chicago asso­
ciate professor of African-American
Studies.
In recent years Kwanzaa obser­
vances have grown in popularity. An
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Christmas Celebration
at William Temple
House December 25
Some 550 needy people will have
a place to celebrate Christmas this year.
For the sixth straight year, dozens of
employee volunteers from Portland
General Electric Co. (PGE) will be
sponsoring a holiday brunch at the
William Temple House, 2023 NW Hoyt
Street, Wednesday, Dec. 25, from 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
The meal is intended for senior
citizens, low-income families, and for
anybody without a place to go and
share Christmas. Children will receive
toys and a special visit by Santa Claus
himself, all guests will also recieve
delicious home-baked deserts.
Rain, jleet, or snow - free transpor­
tation to the brunch will be provided to
anyone that needs it by calling 464-
8199.
The William Temple House has
traditionally been open Christmas Day.
In addition to hosting the special brunch,
the center will also remain open during
the day to provide counseling and other
social services.
Contacts: Roxanne Baily, Public
Information Representative,464-8466.
Kathy Carlson, Manager, Community
Resources, PGE, 464-8535.
Battle The Bite
Do you know how to spot frost­
bite? Early warning signs include white
or yellowish-gray skin with tingling,
stinging or dull aching, followed by
numbness. The National Safety Coun­
cil suggests beating the bite by bun­
dling up this winter.
Girl’s Christmas Wish:
Just ‘A Guy’
Everybody knows what most little
girls want for Christmas.
But what do big girls want? For a
lot of them, according to a new elec­
tronic “ Christmas wish line,” it’s just
“ a guy.”
An enterprising Portland company,
with the unlikely name of Intelligence
Data for a project of this kind, has
opened a call-in line where big girls
(presumably meaning girls big enough
to be interested in men) can leave their
Christmas wish lists.
Men can listen in on another line,
and they may come away with all sorts
of Christmas notions. Anyway, that’s
the general idea behind the phone setup.
Women can tell their lists free of
charge to a “ voice mailbox” at 233-
9550. To hear the messages, men ring
up a pay-per-call number at 1-976-
8783.
Intelligence Data said most of the
Women callers say a boyfriend is at the
top of their Christmas wish list.
Now there’s a challenge for Santa’s
helpers.
Quick Energy
Wintertime brings the threat of being
marooned without heat in your home or
car. The National Safety Council sug­
gests keeping quick energy snacks
available that will help your body pro­
duce its own heat in case of an emer­
gency. Such foods include raisins, honey,
dried fruits, nuts, chocolate and cheese.
25th A nniversary 1991 K wanzaa F estival O f E vents
Thursday,
December 26
6:00 p.m.
UMOJA UNITY
African W edding Celebration:
Traditional African attire is requested. Please bring a dish to share at the Kar-
amu (feast).
Location: Piedmont Friends Church
5736 N Albina
Friday,
December 27
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
KUJICHAGULIA
SELF-DETERM INATION
Saturday,
December 28
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
UJIMA C O LLEC TIV E W ORK &
RESPONSIBILITY
C hildren’s Program :
Children’s Kwanzaa Party - Kwanzaa fun for children of all ages. Refresh-
ments, music, games, arts and crafts.
Presented by: The Black Educational C enter
Sunday,
December 29
1:00 pre - 6:00 pm
UJAMAA
COOPERATIVE
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African M arketplace & Celebration of African-A m erican Music by Janice
Scroggins and Friends:
A recreation of African markets featuring arts, crafts, foods, clothing and
jewelry.
Presented by: The Black Educational C enter Parents G roup
Monday,
December 30
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NIA PURPOSE
A special presentation by the students of the W hitney M Young Education
and C ultural Learning Center.
Presented by: The Urban League of Portland
Tuesday,
December 31,
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
KULMBA CREATIVITY
Wednesday,
Jnuary 1, 1992
IMANI FAITH
Saturday, December 21, 12noon - 2pm
Je fferson High School Cafeteria, 5210 N. Kerby
Cold-weather goods needed
As winter nears, blankets, heavy coats and other
cold-weather clothing are once again atop our list of
desperately needed items. Among the other needs,
workboots, rain gear and tents (for the homeless), .
blankets, pillows, bedsheets, baby blankets, pots,
pans, dishes, kitchen utensils, tables and chairs,
chests of drawers.
For details: 284-6878.
* Ages 16 & u n d e r
African History Jeopardy Game:
Expand your historical knowledge in the spirit of Kwanzaa.
Presented by: Sirius Study Group
KARAMU! Com munity Feast and Special Com munity Candlelighting
Ceremony:
A community feast loaded with tables of food, each sponsored by a commu-
nity based organization.
Family Day:
Faith in ourselves, our families and community. Spend Kwanzaa at home
with family and friends. Reaffirm our commitment to act in unity to strengthen
our families and community.
J. Zell Walker, President
Gail Hughley , Chairperson
Co-Chairs: Genia Turay, June Brown
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The United States Veterans, Inc. will be hosting their 15th
Annual Christmas Day Dinner on 12/25/91 @ 1225 North
Marine Drive. 7AM Coffee Time, 11AM Sandwich & Soup,
4PM Early Dinner.
The U.S.V. gives hope to those who need help.
Happy Holidays
Commander James L. Washington, Sr.
Region #1, U.S.V..Inc.
285-0977
Wigland
One of the Northwest kirnest Wig Displays
Wigs and Hairpieces Dor all Nationalities
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R enee of P aris
Synthetic & Human Hair
For Braiding & Weeving
Mon - Fr. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 - 5:30 pm
Near Lloyd Center ,
284-1664
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Weed Control
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Lawn Insect Control
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