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Local News COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS Cascade Employers Association Hosts Workshops on Bullying Two classes will coach employers on how to manage workplace bullying, boundaries and emotional blackmail.: Nov. 14 in Salem and Nov. 15 in Portland. Classes run from 9 a.m. to noon. Advance registration is required. Are bullying and being mean the same thing? What is illegal? What can be addressed through policy and training? Can managers build skills to prevent and effec- tively address bullying and emotional blackmail? Good and practical solutions are available. The classes will cover: legal considera- tions, morale and engagement concerns, policy samples, specific skills to address the manipulative employee, exploration of styles and solutions, and moving toward a positive culture. The seminars offer continuing education credits through the Human Resources Certi- fication Institute. Interested employers may enroll here: http://www.cascadeemployers.com/calen- dar.cfm or by contacting Marney Roddick, 503 585 4320. Caregivers’ Conference in Hillsboro A one-day conference called “The Heroic Work of Caregiving” will take place on Fri- day, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., at Tuality Health Education Center, 334 SE 8th Ave, Hillsboro. This conference is free for unpaid family caregivers. Morning refreshments and a boxed lunch will be pro- vided. C O M This year’s conference will focus on pro- viding care while caring for yourself; determining the best housing options at home or in the community; legal considera- tions and financial decisions in caregiving; caring for someone who is losing their abil- ity to communicate; plus a panel of representatives from various agencies will discuss how to find help in the community. There will be special emphasis on services and support for veterans. Reservations are required and space is limited. Call 503-846-3089. Community Gathering Explores Magic of Live Theater Join actors, directors, theater students and community members to enjoy live perform- ance and lively conversation as part of the August Wilson Red Door Festival, Wednes- day, Nov. 14, 6 – 7:45 p.m. at the North Portland Library, 512 N.E. Killingsworth St. Attendees will discuss what makes stage performance so special in a world where millions of movies, TV shows, and videos exist at our fingertips. Organized by the August Wilson Red Door Project. Hosted by the North Portland Library. Those interested in the topic can partici- pate live from anywhere on Twitter via #reddoorproject or by posting a YouTube response video to facebook.com/awred- doorproject. The video with the most views will win tickets to an August Wilson Red Door Festival event. Light snack fare will be provided, courtesy of New Seasons. Attendees may also enter to win a raffle featuring a $50 gift card to Pok Pok Noi, to be drawn at the end of the event. Find out more at www.reddoorproject.org. M U N I T Y Isabel Wilkerson Author Isabel Wilkerson Comes to Portland for Hatfield Lecture Series in April, 2013 The Oregon Historical Society’s Mark O. Hatfield Distinguished Historians Forum for 2013 features Wilkerson, Pulitzer Prize- winning journalist and author of “The Warmth of Other Suns,” April 16. Other speakers include Time Magazine’s chief political correspondent Michael Duffy; local journalist Brent Walth; and Seattle author Erik Larson. “Senator Hatfield was always a proponent for history and learning, which is why he was driven to begin this series,” say OHS Executive Director, Kerry Tymchuk. Series tickets start at $72, and are on sale now at BoxOfficeTickets.com. Learn more about the series at WWW.OHS.ORG. Watch Out for Elections Scams, Warns Better Business Bureau Crooks are charging credit cards without authorization under the guise of legitimate political campaign organizations and fundraisers. Better Business Bureau is rec- ommending that voters monitor financial accounts and monthly statements for suspi- cious activity around election season. In one report to BBB, a criminal organi- zation falsely using the name Obama for America Inc. was withdrawing funds from an unsuspecting local consumer. It is unclear how thieves accessed his card num- C A L E N bers, but he immediately took action to reverse the charges and change his credit card account numbers after recognizing the breach. “It isn’t just Democrats or just Republi- cans—all parties are potential targets,” warns Robert W.G. Andrew, CEO of BBB serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Wash- ington. Beware of phony political headlines, phone calls, phishing emails and social media posts mentioning Mitt Romney or Barack Obama. Contact legitimate fundraisers directly to make contributions; visit bbb.org to research organizations, report issues and vote for a scam-free election season. D A R P ORTLAND 2012 B ULLETIN B OARD Friday November 9 Saturday November 3 HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Mt. Scott Order of the Eastern Star will hold the 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar. Local arts and crafts, baked goods and much more, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Lents Masonic Lodge, 5811 S.E. 92nd Ave. Portland. 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 – Saturday November 2 – 3 PO’SHINES IS HOSTING A CHITLIN’ FESTIVAL: Po’Shines will feature a variety of chitlin’ dishes for both seasoned and curious eaters to try. All proceeds from the event will go towards the launching of the official Po’Shines Culinary Training Program for at-risk youth and young adults. Friday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. at 8139 N. Denver. For more info call 503-978-9000. Page 2 The Portland Skanner October 31, 2012 Sunday November 4 CONCORDIA WIND ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT: Join Concordia University’s Wind Ensemble for its free concert in the Fine Arts Building on Concordia University’s Campus, 2811 N.E. Holman St. Monday November 5 CENTURY OF ACTION: OREGON WOMEN SUFFRAGE: Century of Action volunteers will be celebrating the 100 – year anniversary of Oregon women securing the right to vote by dressing up in period attire and handing out informational flyers. Pioneer Courthouse Square 8– 9 a.m., then Director Park from noon – 1 p.m. OPEN HOUSE: THE GLADYS MCCOY ACADEMY: We invite you to check out our program at an open house. See how we are working to make our community stronger. 5– 8 p.m. 3802 NE MLK, Jr. Blvd. HOLIDAY TREE ARRIVAL: Come downtown to welcome the arrival of Portland’s 75-foot tall Douglas Fir. Christmas festivities include a visit from Santa, the Get A Life band, seasonal songs and much more. Pioneer Courthouse Square. 9 a.m. – noon. Saturday November 10 VETERANS PARADE AT FORT VANCOUVER: The parade starts with an Air Force fly-over and a 21 gun salute. Join bands, military and veteran units and much more from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Officer’s Row at Fort Vancouver, WA Sunday November 11 ST. AIDEN’S HONORS VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES: Veterans of any military branch and all denominations are invited. Uniforms are encouraged. Service 10 a.m. at St. Aiden’s
