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September 19, 2012___________________________ <h» ^ Ortlattì> (DbsCrUCr_______________________ Page 15 Children’s Theater Grows Reach Portland’s Northwest Children’s tors can find out more about Young Theater and School has acquired Players and other NW CT programs the Young Players, an after-school at nwcts.org/youngplayers. Regis drama program that provides the tration is now open online with the ater education to Portland area first after-school classes beginning schools. on Oct. 2. Representatives said the merger increases the reach of NW CT’s al The Northwest Children's ready robust theater education de Theater and School has partment and ensures the contin acquired the Youth Players, ued growth and success of the popu a local after-school drama lar Young Players after-school drama program. Pictured-is the club. NWCT production o f Roald The combined programs will Dahl's The BFG (Big reach over 70 schools in the first Friendly Giant.) year, with a goal of reaching 100 schools by year three. Interested parents and educa Arab Heritage Festival Saturday Benefit Concert at Madeleine L ’Arche Portland will host its second an nual benefit concert, featuring Julianne Johnson and Michael Allen Harrison, on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Madeleine Parish, 3123 N.E. 24th Ave. Johnson shines in a wide range of musical genres, such as jazz, R & B, Motown, Broad way, gospel, and blues. Harrison touches his audience with his passionate renderings of jazz and classical piano. L ’Arche Portland is a community of people with and without developmental disabilities. It differs from conventional group homes in that caregivers live as family with adults with devel opmental disabilities. The arrangement creates a culture of equality, founded on a belief in the unique value of every person and our need fo r one another. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the Julianne Johnson door. A llin One Boutique Mahrajan, the largest celebration o f Arab heritage and culture in Oregon, takes place Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Sylvania Campus of Portland Community College, Per forming Arts Center lobby and courtyard. This day-long, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free event showcases the arts, entertainment, food, traditions, and most importantly, the spirit of Oregon’s Arab-Americans and their contributions to Oregon’s cultural landscape. Hosted by the Arab American Cultural Center of Oregon, the celebration will feature delicious Arab cui sine, Arabic coffee, tea and refreshments. An Arab bazaar will have arts and crafts, henna painting, cooking demon strations, an art show, music and dancing. Other activi ties will include a fashion show o f Arab attire from throughout the Middle East, children’s activities and a raffle for prizes. An entrance fee donation o f $5 is requested. Michael Allen Harrison Upholstery Cleaning • Sofa/Loveseat • Pet Stains • Flood Restorations Customize shirts and other apparel / Business Hours: 1 r " j IS NOT A CRIME Birthday Parties Bridal & Prom Family Reunion Your Kids Artwork Work shirts • Aprons • Pillowcase And Much More... (Sat-sun) closed 4747NEM LKBlvd Portland, or 97211 cum auMittti t muna 5 0 3 -7 0 5 -2 5 8 7 |2 Rooms + Hall !..... $ A Q 9 5 I rooms $ 10 | each with , c o u p o n .____________ Expires 9/28/1 ¡Complete House Email: spsmc.jt@gmail.com Phone: (503)896-4009 (503)290-6790 Instagram: All_In _l_Boutique "j I J 10 Years o f References Available "] Licensed • Bonded • Insured ! $Q Q 95! I u p to 12200sq feet l with coupon. With Free I Deoderlzer i Expires 9/28/12^ Carpet Cleaning Spot/Stain Removal • 24 Hour Flood Service Upholstery Cleaning • Area Rug Cleaning Dry Time 2-4 Hours • Free Estimates • Available Weekends