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Local News COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS In 1993 at Allen Temple C. M. E. Church, the Resurrection Substance Abuse Program was created out of the need to address the epidemic problem of drug abuse in the Black community and the community at large. It was designed specifically to be a Christian Church response to the demonic effects of drug abuse on personal lives, fam- ilies and communities. The goal of Resurrection is captured in its motto: “Staying Clean Is Not Enough.” Sobriety is not the end goal, but restoration of the person to the fullness of God’s cre- ation. In addition to evaluating the recovering addict on the number of days, months and years of sobriety, he or she is evaluated on family life, social life, work life, community life, educational life, per- sonal life and spiritual life. Meetings are every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Community A. M. E. Zion Church, 3605 E. 13th Street in Vancouver, 360-693-4566. For detailed information please contact Bro. Reginald Steen at 360-773-2098 2013 Jennifer Beegle Youth Involvement Award Nominations for youth involved in their local community are due April 3 for the Jen- nifer Beegle Youth Involvement Award by C O M the Multnomah Youth Commission and the Citizen Involvement Committee of Mult- nomah County. The award is given in memory of Jennifer Beegle, a former member of the Youth Commission who died in a car accident when she was 17. This award is focused on youth who vol- unteer in community based agencies, local governments, and places of worship but not school activities. Find a nomination and application form on the Multnomah County website, www.multco.us, and search for ‘Jennifer Beegle.’ Health Care for All Oregon A meeting of citizens regarding single payer healthcare in Oregon, featuring keynote speaker, Rep. Michael Dembrow, at St. Andrew Church, 806 NE Alberta St., 7 p.m., April 9. Dembrow is sponsor of HB 2922, to establish a health care plan for all Oregoni- ans, which will be operated by the Oregon Health Authority, according to policies established by the Affordable Health Care for All Oregon Board. The program includes a short film detail- ing Vermont’s successful efforts to establish single payer. Hear from city residents who have first-hand experience with our failing medical insurance industry, to understand the current crisis and how it affects individ- uals, small businesses, and all who live and work in Oregon. M U N I T Single-Payer Blues Benefit PHOTO COURTESY INNER CITY BLUES FESTIVAL ‘Resurrection’ Addictions Support Group in Vancouver The Inner City Blues Festival’s annual benefit for advocates of a single- payer health plan is coming up April 13, with “Healing the Healthcare Blues”—-In the Groove of Love, featuring Norman Sylvester at the Melody Ballroom. The musical lineup includes the tap-dancing saxophone player Shoehorn; Lloyd Allen; DK Stewart Band’s Etta James Tribute “Tell Mama;” Chatta Addy & friends; Andy Stoke & LaRhonda Steele “Motown Songbook;” the event is emceed by Renee Mitchell and Paul Knauls. The show starts at 7 p.m., 21 and over only. All proceeds benefit Health care for All Oregon. More info at www.hcao.org. Y C A L E N D A R P ORTLAND 2013 B ULLETIN B OARD once you arrive at the festival. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. 33814 S. Meridian Rd Woodburn, OR $10 per car load. Saturday March 30 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 Thursday - Friday March 28 - 29 LOOKING FOR WAY TO ENTERTAIN YOUR KIDS DURING SPRING BREAK? The Oregon History Museum will be offering family activities from10 A.M. – Noon. Stop by the museum to make your own corn husk doll, and explore our exhibits in a daily scavenger hunt. Admission is $5.00 for children under 17. Admission is free to all residents of Multnomah County. Regular adult admission is $11. 1200 SW Park Ave. Friday March 29 thru Sunday May 5 WOODEN SHOE TULIP FESTIVAL – OREGON’S LARGEST SPRING EVENT. Festival goers will find acres and acres of colorful tulips and daffodils. You will find a whole range of family activities Page 2 The Portland Skanner March 27, 2013 SECOND ANNUAL EGGSTAORDINARY EGG HUNT & BURNCH: Put on your bonnet & hop over to Mt. Scott Park for a morning filled with great food, fun, crafts and an egg hunt! $5 per person includes breakfast and the egg hunt. $2 for egg hunt only. 9 – 11 a.m. Mt. Scott Community Center & Park, 5530 SE 72nd Ave. THE BUNNY HOP RETURNS TO THE PEARL DISTRICT FOR ITS 5TH YEAR WITH 22 PARTICIPATING BUSSINESSES. This is a free family event in the Pearl District. As you hop around the Pearl don’t forget to bring your basket, visit The Easter Bunny, pick up yummy treats and join in some fun activities along The Bunny Trail. Noon – 3 p.m. IT’S YOUR BEACH: LOVE IT, OWN IT, SOLVE IT. Come out and join thousands of volunteers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the SOLVE Spring Ocean Beach Cleanup. Sign up to volunteer and receive more information at www.solveoregon.org or by calling 503-844-9571. Sunday March 31 SUNRISE SERVICE. Join us at Po’ Shines Café de la Soul for a joyful celebration of song, reflection and fellowship. A light pancake breakfast will be provided. 6 a.m. Free for all to come and enjoy. EASTER SERVICE. Enjoy great music, theater and dance as well as a special word from Senior Pastor Mondaine. 11 a.m. Celebration Tabernacle, 8131 N. Denver Ave. Monday April 1 DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP: IRCO SENIOR SERVICES. Join other 60 and older with type 2 diabetes for informal meetings. Talk about challenges, ask questions and share ideas. Led by a registered nurse. Free for seniors 60 and older. 1 – 2 p.m. East Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Ave. Saturday April 6 SAFE ROUTES KICK – OFF. Join us for our 3rd annual Safe Routes Spring Kick-Off to celebrate walking and biking. This is a family-fun event that celebrates health, safety, and physical fitness. There will be activities for parents, students, and younger children. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Cesar Chavez School, 5103 N. Willis Blvd. KIDS EARTH MONTH ARTS AND CRAFTS CLASS. A fun arts and crafts class for kids using recycled materials. We will be making mobile clouds with rain drops. Free 10 a.m. Whole Foods Laurelhurst, 2825 E. Burnside St.
