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About Portland observer. (Portland, Or.) 1970-current | View Entire Issue (July 20, 2005)
luiy 2 0 ,200S____________________________________ ____ Œ 1’c ^ortlanb ffîbscruer_______ ____________________ PjgeBS Focus ■ A memorial service will be held for Charles H. Burks who passed away on June 23rd. The family extends an invitation to those who would like to attend on Friday July 22, at 11:00 A.M., W illam ette National Cemetery, 11800 SE MT Scott Blvd. W ; I Kt Ferrante Chiropractic Center NE/Hollywood Dist. For All Your Chiropractic Needs Auto Accident Injuries/ On The Job injuries Haitian Art Featured at Gallery With two distinct cultures, Haiti and Dominican Republic share the Caribbean island of Hispanola. For the first time, Onda gallery has the pleasure of showing paintings and othermediafrom the French-speak- ing country. This event will take place at the Onda Arte/Latina/Cross Currents Gallery at 2215 NE Alberta Street, The opening event will benefit the Haitian Sustainable Development Foundation on July 28 at 6 p.m. The exhibit continues until August 23. For gallery hours other happen ings visit www.ondagallery.com. • • • • Back Pain Neck Pain Headaches Massage Martin J. Codino D.C. 4317 NE Tillamook St. Portland, OR 97213 (! block north o f Sandy) Soulful Service Remembers Luther Vandross Top R&B stars honor Grammy winner with songs, stories (AP) - The funeral service for eight-time Grammy winner Luther Vandross hit just the right notes recently with soulful, joyful and powerful, an echo of the late singer’s unforgettable voice. Fam ily, friends and fans filled The R iverside Church for a cel ebration o f V andross’ too-short life, a m em orial serv ice that morphed into a revival meeting before ending with an all-star ren Singer Usher, center, and Nona Hendricks, second from right, dition o f his hit single “Pow er of join other R&B stars in a singing tribute o f Luther Vandross' Love/Love Pow er.” “Power o f Love, during his funeral on Friday, July 8 in New York. Vandross’ wide appeal was evi (AP Photo) dent in the first few rows of mourn ers, where current hitmakers Usher resplendent in a bright yellow dress New Jersey hospital, two years af ter he suffered a debiIitating stroke. and Alicia Keys shared space with with a diamond necklace and ear He sold more than 25 million records rings. “It’s not a mournful service. m usic legends Stevie W onder, in his long career, with hits like I’m celebrating because Luther Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle. “Stop For Love,” “Here and Now” would want us too.” “There are no sad faces here and “Dance With My Father.” Vandross, 54, died July 1 at a today,” said longtime friend LaBelle, FM TFDL N orm an Sylvester and T he Boogie Cats - A dance party featuring Norman Sylvester and The Boogie Cats will take place on Friday, July 22 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the North Star Ballroom at 635 N. Killingsworth Court. Cover is $6. Also at the ballroom, DJ Chata Man will perform Saturday, July 23 from9 p.m. to2 a.m. Cover is $3. For more information, call 503-632-0162. Rachel T ay lo r Brow n Band- The igneous and metamorphic rock sounds of the Rachel Taylor Brown Band comes to the gazebo at Peninsula Park on Wednesday, June 20 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. for afree performance as part of the Portland Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Concert Series. Concertgoers are encour aged to make themselves comfortable on the park grounds by bringing blankets and chairs. For more information on Rachel Taylor Brown Band visit www.racheltaylorbrown.com. N M IM ® As Vandross’ gold coffin sat at the foot of the altar, LaBelle read a poem written by the R&B icon’s mother, Mary Ida, who was seated in the front row. Vandross’ other family members, nine nieces and their 11 children, filled in the seats around the family matriarch to re member the man known to them as “Uncle Ronnie.” Cissy Houston performed the gospel standard “Deep River,” while Wonder left the crowd breath less with his version of the gospel song “I W on’t Complain.” But it was Franklin, brushing aside a slight sore throat, who sent choir and clergy dancing on the altar with her version of “Amazing Grace.” Before the funeral service, a hearse carrying the native New Y orker’s rem ains took V andross on one final tour o f Harlem, paus ing outside the Apollo Theater b e fo re h e a d in g w e st to the church. Before achieving star dom, Vandross had twice finished second at the H arlem theater’s famed am ateur night. r L there will be diverse genres tor the community to enjoy. Check out their website for weekly listings. www.cityofvancouver.us Discovery M useum - The World Forestry Center recently opened its doors to a new Discovery Museum, featuring exciting, interactive exhibits on forestry. Visitors have a chance to go on a white water raft ride without getting wet, smoke jump into a wildfire without getting singed and stroll across a 20-foot high tree top canopy w alk. F or m ore in fo rm a tio n , v isit www.worldforestry.org. Sponge Bob at the Zoo - Now through Labor Day, the Oregon Zoo will present Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob Square Pants-the thrill ride. The cost is $4.50 in addition too admission. For more information call 503- 226-1561 or visit www.oregonzoo.org L augh Factory - Comedy returns every second Wednesday of the month a, the upscale Bacchus Restaurant, thanks to EEl International. Suzanne Vega- The singer who had big hits with songs like Luka and T om 's Diner will be performing along with Grammy winner Marc Cohn as a part of the Oregon Zoo Concert Series. This event is on Friday Suzanne Vega July 22 at the Oregon Zoo. For more information on this concert or other summer happenings visit www.oregonzoo.org T rip p in ’ through Town - Take a trip through time to find the hottest poetry, hip-hop and soul influencing Portland on Wednesdays at the Ohm. $7 cover. 31 N.W. First Ave. 13th A nnual Division/ C linton Street Fair- Celebrate Commerce and Community in a fun filled day that includes a parade starting at 10 a.m. on July 23. In addition there will be live local music, artists, and health related activities. The fairruns the length of Division from 12"'to 50"’and on Clinton Street from 21 ’'-26lh. This events lasts until 5 p.m. and is sure to provide enjoyment for every age. O n the Radio - Groove to soul and hip-hop with Kevin Berry from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondaysat 90.7 FM/KBOO. Check out theCommunity Potpourri talk show from 7 to 8 a.m. Mondays. Wednesday and Fridays at 1480 AM/KBMS. Count your blessings with Melodies from Heaven from 6 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at 1290 AM/KKSL. Tune in to African American Health Radio Wednesday nights on 1290 AM/ School House Rock- Remember conjunction function w hat’s your function? The final performances of the 1970’s musical educational announcements will be at Mt. Tabor Park until July 24. This event is part of the Portland Parks and Recreation Summer Concert Series for more information visit www.parks.ci.portland.or.us. Q w est Noon C oncert Series- Every Wednesday at mxin until August 10, enjoy free music in the park. Come with an appetite - delicious food and beverage on site. Ester Short Park is located in downtown Vancouver at 301 W. 8th street. For more information call 360.619.1141 or visit www.cityofvancouver.us Six to Sunset Concerts- The City of Vancouver proudly presents a weekly evening concert series. Each Thursday until the end of August KKSL. Gypsy Classes - Caravan Studios offers classes in belly dance, African dance and more. Visit www.gypsycaravan.us. Have a Ball - Kids will have a ball at OM SI's new Innovation Station by exploring the human side of technology. For more information, visit www.omsi.edu. Tim e to ,1am Jam Night. Portland's ever-popular comedy and variety show is at Christian Performing Arts Center, 8131 N. Denver Ave. Shows continue every Friday Night starting at 9 p.m. with dinner by Mondcmaj Catering next door to the show at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dinner is $ 13 and tickets are $7 for adults and $4 forchildren under 12. For dinner reservations, call 503-286-2590. (503) 493-9730 Treatment for auto injuries covered by most auto insurance carriers. No referral required. 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