Page 10 iri’' |J o rtla n ò (jOhseruer March 3, 2010 FM1UÄINH1NI I a a r i lanjen ae THE SPINA COLUMN Dr. Biiiy r . Flowers TM An ongoing series of questions and answers about America’s natural healing profession Part 26 KIDS AND CHIROPRACTIC As the twigs is bent so grows the tree : I have recently noticed my son has one shoulder higher than the other. Could this be a sign of a problem in his spine? : Good thinking, mom! It surely could. In fact having one shoulder higher than the other is a cardinal sign of curvature of the spine. According to Chiro­ practic research, the earlier a cur­ vature is caught, the higher the potential for success. To be cer­ tain about health of your child, call our office today for a professional spinal evaluation. Spines (big or small) are our specialty. : I have been told that my child needs an operation for a cur­ vature in her spine. Is there an alter­ native? : You most definitely should have a thorough Chiropractic checkup on your child immediately. Spinal surgery gets. All conserva­ tive e ffo rts at han d lin g your child’s problem should be con­ sidered before consenting to sur­ gery. Our office is highly trained and skilled at handling problem s like that o f your ch ild ’s. D on’t be fooled by the though o f “watching the condition” either. W ithout p ro p er assistan ce it w on’t go away. O ffer your ch il­ dren the best in health care. Give them regular Chiropractic check­ ups. As the twig is bent so grows the tree! e • /id Antique & Collectible Show - Saturday, March 6 and Sunday, March 7 at the Expo Center. Vendors from all over the U.S. and patrons will find an amazing assortment of treasures in the hundreds of booths and displays. Nightmare at the Office - The office can be a nightmare in the Portland Center Stage production of “The Receptionist,” a comic exploration of the horrors beneath the surface of the most boring office routines. Now playing through March 21. 2124 N.E. Hancock Street, Portland Oregon97212 Phone: ( 5 0 3 ) 2 8 7 * 5 5 0 4 I All ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US FOR A GREAT NIGHT OF ANOINTED PREACHING AND PRAISE 4 The Wizard of Oz - Roosevelt’s Opening Act Theatre Co. presents “The Wizard of Oz,” with a dress as your favorite character show on Friday, March 5, and a sing along night on Saturday, March 6. Both shows at the Roosevelt auditorium, 6941 N. Central St., begin at 7 p.m. Regular perfor­ mances are also scheduled at 7 pm. on March 11, 12 and 13 along with a 2 p.m. matinee on March 13. flo w ers' Chiropractic Office A dvancing The Kingdom Weekend March 5th a 7th, 2010 3®s Films Honor Black History -- Twenty-two fea­ ture and documentary films from every region of the African continent are now playing as part of the Cascade Festival of African Films. The series runs through Saturday, March 6 at the Portland Community College Cascade Campus and other lo ca tio n s. For a d e ta ile d sch ed u le , v isit africanfilmfestival.org. Friday, March 5, 2010 7:00 p.m. Service Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Darnell Thomas and choir Showers of Blessings Church of God in Christ Sacramento, CA ALL ARE WELCOME TO THIS SPECIAL SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE COME AND BE BLESSED Sunday, March 7, 2010 11:15 a.m. Service Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr.— Pastor Emeritus Trinity United Church of Christ Chicago, IL HOST CHURCH Highland Christian Center Rev. Dr. W.G Hardy, Jr.—Senior Pastor 7600 NE Giisan ST Portland, OR 97213 www.HCCLive.com 503.287.9567 Mel Brown Live -- Portland jazz giant Mel Brown performs at Salty’s on the Columbia every Friday and Saturday night. Known as the “Gentleman ol Jazz,” Brown has a career spanning over 40 years. Mexican Battle of the Sexes — The spirit of M exico’s most famous revolutionary rides again in the romantic com edy “ Betw een Pancho Villa and a Naked Women,” now playing through Sat­ urday, March 6 at Miracle Theatre, 525 S.E. Stark St. Presented in English with Spanish supertitles. Live Jazz - Every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., the Third Degrees Lounge at the River Place Hotel, 1510 S. W. Harbor Way. Nocover or minimum purchase. For more information, visit pdxjazz.com. Spy vs. Spy Intrigue - A dream world of mistaken identities and ■ danger around ever turn mark Alfred Hitchcock’s The $9 Steps,” now playing at the Gerding Theater at the Armory through March 21. P red ato rs of the Serengeti - Come hear the roar as the Oregon Zoo shows off its newest and most ambitious exhibit with three African lions and other animals that are home to the Serengeti. Sam son the T. Rex -- A magnificent -foot-long Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, one o f the most fearsome carnivores ever to walk the face of the earth is on display at OMSI. The 66-million-year-old fossil known as Samson is one of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimens in existence. Music Millennium Free Shows - The Music Millennium, 3158 E. Burnside, hosts in-house live performances. Enjoy free music and the opportunity to meet artists. Call 503-231 -8926 for a schedule. OMSI After Dark — OMSI After Dark is a night at the museum for the 21 and over crowd filled with food, drink and science fun; $ 10 fee. For more information, call 503-797-4000OTvisitomsi.edu. Food and Entertainment - Sliders Grill, 3011 N. Lombard, features an eclectic assortment o f performers on the main stage, accompanied by delicious food. Call 5459-4488 for more information.