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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.