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The union campaign began in response to a lack of ade-
quate training, misleading pay policies, an unprofessional
and disrespectful work environment, exceptionally high
turnover, and a failure of the company to follow labor laws,
such as paid sick leave and overtime pay.
For more information go to www.portlandiww.org.
Soul Stroll
Portland Sunday Parkways in
Southeast Portland
PHOTO BY HELEN SILVIS
The City of Portland Sunday Parkways presented by
Kaiser Permanente will host the fourth Sunday Parkways of
the season August 24 in Southeast Portland. Southeast Port-
landers and thousands of others are expected to turn out to
bicycle, walk, stroll, roll and dance along the seven miles of
traffic-free streets.
The Southeast Portland route connects Colonel Summers
Park, Laurelhurst Park, Ivon Park and Universal Cycles
Marketplace. Music, vendors and activities are located in
the parks and marketplaces and along the route. The event
is free and takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Universal Cycles, located at SE 22nd Avenue and Ankeny
Street along the route, is hosting a free block party organ-
ized by the Bicycle Transportation Alliance. Portland
Sunday Parkways invites everyone to stop by and enjoy
family-friendly games, food and drink. Proceeds from bev-
erage sales will go towards supporting Sunday Parkways.
For more information about Sunday Parkways, including
volunteer information, visit www.PortlandSundayPark-
ways.org or call 503-823-7599.
Portland’s African American Health Coalition held its annual Soul Stroll Health walk 2014 Saturday,
Aug. 16. More than 100 people turned out to wilshire Park for the event which included
encouraging words from Multnomah County Commissioner Loretta Smith and African American
Chamber of Commerce president Roy Jay.
states and 35 countries.
For more information go to www.hoodtocoast.com.
Providence Hood To Coast Relay /
Portland To Coast walk Relay this
weekend
Unprecedented Union Vote of Street
Canvassers
The Providence Hood To Coast Relay is the most popular
relay race in the world with nearly 20,000 runners and
walkers participating in three events; Hood To Coast Relay,
Portland To Coast Walk Relay, and Portland To Coast High
School Challenge.
The event is held from Aug. 22 to 23 and stretches from
Timberline Lodge to Seaside, where over 70,000 people
will attend the finish line party.
The Providence Hood To Coast Relay waiting list reaches
over 40,000 potential participants annually. In 2013, the
three events included runners and walkers from all 50 U.S.
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You And Your Racist Brain: The
Neuroscience Of Prejudice
Monday morning, workers at Grassroots Campaigns Inc.
in Portland Or. unanimously to be represented by the Indus-
trial Workers of the World (IWW).
Grassroots Campaigns Inc., fundraises for progressive
and charitable groups such as Planned Parenthood, ACLU,
and The Nature Conservancy.
A rally in support of the the workers is Wednesday, Aug.
27, 6:30 p.m. at The American Service Committee Build-
ing, 2249 E Burnside St. The rally is expected to draw a
large crowd of labor and community allies.
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Science on Tap is a science lecture series where you can
sit back, enjoy a pint, and laugh while you learn, Wednes-
day, Sept. 10, at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St.,
Vancouver, Wash. Doors at 6 p.m. event at 7 p.m.
Cost is $8 online advance tickets, $10 suggested cover at
the door with beer, wine, pizza slices, popcorn and snacks
available.
Dr. Larry Sherman, a senior scientist in the Division of
Neuroscience at Oregon Health & Science University
(OHSU) will explore the neuroscience behind prejudice and
racism. He will discuss the so-called “cross-race effect” and
how the brain can overcome this reaction, raising intriguing
possibilities about how prejudice and racism can be
reversed.
For more information go to www. viaproductions.seat-
engine.com
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Thursday August 21
FREE SUMMER CONCERT AT THE OREgON
CONVENTION CENTER. Plaza Palooza! water Tower
will be performing for this evenings concert
series. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 777 NE Martin Luther
King, Jr. Blvd.
SAY HEY! This multicultural event provides a great
opportunity to enjoy an evening of meeting new
friends and learning about what makes our
community a great place to live and work.
Everyone is welcome to attend. 5:30 – 8 p.m. 2
world Trade Center Plaza.
COwABUNgA CHENISTRY AT BELMONT LIBRARY.
Students perform amazing chemical reactions as
they measure and mix ingredients and discover
substances with strange and surprising properties.
3 – 4:15 p.m. Belmont Public Library, 1038 SE
Cesar Chavez Blvd.
Friday August 22
TIMBERS PLAYER DARLINgTON NAgBE TO MEET
FANS AT wELLS FARgO BANK DOwNTOwN
PORTLAND. The midfielder will come to the wells
Fargo museum on the second floor of the
building for pics and autographs. This event is
free to the public. 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. wells Fargo
Bank, 635 Sw 6th Ave.
Saturday August 23
1ST ANNUAL EAST PORTLAND HOUSINg AND
RESOURCE FESTIVAL. A family fun festival: Activities
include market/information vendors, free
giveaways, food court, live music and much
more. Noon – 8 p.m. Lents Park, SE 92nd &
Holgate Streets.
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PIRATE AND PRINCESS PARTY AT LLOYD CENTER.
Radio Disney and Lloyd Center are hosting a
Sofia the First and Jake the Pirate themed party.
Enjoy music, crafts, games and much more. 11
a.m. Lloyd Center Shopping Center, 2201 Lloyd
Center.
Monday August 25
THE FINAL FARMERS MARKET AT THE SQUARE. Mark
your calendars for the final market of the season.
Shoppers can grab fresh produce and lunch
from several food vendors. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Friday August 29
EAST PORTLAND COMMUNITY CENTER 1ST ANNUAL
wILD wEST FESTIVAL. Come join East Portland
Community Center to celebrate the end of
summer season. Live music, fun activities, good
food and more. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 740 SE 106th
Ave.
COUVFEST Nw 2014: COUVFEST Nw 2014is
partnering with the City of Vancouver this year in
celebrating Vancouver’s diverse music scene.
COUVFEST is free and open to all ages. Noon –
10 p.m. Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St.