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local news Paid Engineering internships for high School Seniors Calling all high school seniors planning to major in engineering or industrial architec- ture. TriMet is offering seven students paid internships with TriMet’s Milawaukie light rail project. The internships offer career- minded seniors the opportunity to gain real world experience on a large project and at the same time to meet working engineers and architects at major engineering and architectural firms. Interns must be willing to stay in Portland for the coming year in order to work on the project, with hours to be arranged depending on the student’s schedule. “They will get a chance to see how the development of the light rail comes together,” said Bruce Watts, director of diversity and transit equity at TriMet . “They’ll get a chance to see how the light rail development comes together,” Watts said. “This is a real opportunity – not only to learn—but to get paid while you learn. And you get to make those connections with professionals working in your chosen field.” Watts said TriMet might consider juniors who have completed all require- ments for graduation. Interested students should call Kimberly Sutton at 503-962- 2808 for the 2011 MedQuest Summer Health Career Camp for high school students in grades nine through 12. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, April 15. MedQuest is a week-long residential camp held on the campus of Eastern Oregon University in La Grande. Students will explore health career opportunities through various activities, including medical facility tours, health profession panels and presen- tations, medical training and individualized job shadowing. Medical school surveys indicate health care professionals who grew up in a rural community are more likely to choose a rural practice than those who have no ties to a rural community. For more information or to apply, visit http://www.eou.edu/neoahec/MedQuest.ht ml or contact Brenna Dunlap at 541 962- 3801 or bhines@eou.edu. African dance Music April 16 Loveness & The Bantus will perform their brand of high-energy African music at 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 16 at Mississippi Pizza, 3552 N. Mississippi Ave. The band will be playing new and old songs with their guitars, mbiras, marimbas, drums, keys and other instruments. Teen Summer Camp for SEi to host Annual here+Now ‘Party with a health Careers The Northeast Oregon Area Health Purpose’ Education Center is accepting registration c o Here+Now is Self Enhancement, Inc’s m m u n I t SuSan frieD PHOTO Peace and Justice Yalonda Gill Masundire delivers the keynote address “Standing Firm for Justice” at the 14th Annual Paul Robeson Peace and Justice Awards April 9 at the Seattle Central Area Senior Center. annual ‘Party with a Purpose’ for profes- sionals with a passion for giving back to the community. Once again, SEI has partnered with several of Portland’s hottest restau- rants to create an evening filled with food, fun and entertainment. Attendees will have the chance to engage with students and pledge support to help fund SEI’s programs and services. The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, April 16 at the Center for Self Enhancement. y c a l e n In addition to signature cocktails provided by House Spirits Distillery and savory cui- sine from the area’s leading restaurants; activities at Here+Now 20ELEVEN will include a Raffle Prize Drawing; Wall of Wine presented by Red Slate Wine Company; Student showcases featuring the SEI Sounds of Soul Choir; Paddle raise to support SEI programs and services; and an after-party with beats provided by DJ Rev Shines. d a r P ortland a Pril 2011 B ulletIn B oard successfully. Admission is $5 adults/kids under 3 are free. Saturday hours 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday hours 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine dr. Saturday april 16 If you have an event you want to share with the community, email it two weeks in advance to The Skanner at info@theskanner.com friday – Sunday april 15 – 17 LAkE AREA ARTiSTS 46Th ANNuAL ShOw & Sale! Guest artists Steve Schiefelbein (LO ceramics teacher), Penelope dews, and more. There will be a raffle and all proceeds goes to Lake Oswego high School Art Scholarship Program. Fri & Saturday 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Lake Center for the Arts, 368 S. State St. Lake Oswego. Saturday & Sunday april 16 &17 Nw’S LARGEST FAMiLY EXPO – kidSFEST! Come experience an amazing weekend focusing on active & healthy family lifestyles and raising kids Page 2 The Portland Skanner april 13, 2011 kNOw YOuR RESPONSiBiLiTiES-PROTECT YOuR RiGhTS! dOS ANd dON’TS! The workshop will be held in interactive mode and will discuss employment related issues. The workshop is free. 10 a.m. – Noon Center for intercultural Organizing, 700 N. killingsworth St. For more info call 503-287-4117. PORTLANd STATE uNiVERSiTY’S EARTh dAY EVENT! The PSu’s Learning Gardens Laboratory’s second annual Earth day celebration, complete with family fun and educational activities. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Learning Gardens Laboratory is located at 6801 SE 60th Ave. This event is free and open to the public. Sunday april 17 50+ CONNECTiONS EXPO! The 15th annual expo will give you the opportunity to encounter exciting services, ideas and resources available for your active, healthy, independent lifestyle! A suggested $3 donation at the door supports the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Vancouver Rotary Club, 301 west Sixth St. Vancouver, wA. Tuesday april 19 MiLAGROS RAiSiNG AwARENESS ANd FuNdS TO COMBAT POSTPARTuM dEPRESSiON! Shop to support Baby Blues Connection! All day event at Milagros, 433 NE 30th Ave. For more details call 503-493-4141. friday april 22 YOu ARE iNViTEd TO ThE BOOk LAuNCh! LiNdA NEdE ANd ThE POwER OF CEREMONY: The stories provide reminders of what we have lost and what we can regain in our lives and in our culture. 5 – 7 p.m. 1849 Sw Salmon St. For more info call 503-223-6251 Saturday april 23 The hunt is on! Bring your children, ages 3-8 and your smiles. Moms you should also be prepared, because at 11:30 a.m. you too will have a chance for some fun and excitement. Ages 3-5 at 10:30 a.m. Moms at 11:30 a.m. ages 6-8 will be at 12:30 p.m. Alpenrose dairy, 6149 Sw Shattuck Rd. Portland.
