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PAALF Hold Last Breakfast of the Year
PHOTO BY LISA LOVING
This Saturday, Nov. 15, PAALF hosts a community
breakfast focusing on the Justice System: Know Your
Rights, Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Rosewood
Initiative, 16126 SE Stark, Portland.
This month’s breakfast will focus on exploring our indi-
vidual and collective rights when dealing with the police.
How can we build a movement against state sanctioned vio-
lence in Portland?
Breakfast includes a free warm meal, free youth program-
ming, and community discussion on the impact of state
sanctioned violence in our community and what we should
know as individuals and a community in encountering the
police
For more information go towww.weareblackweare.com
Fix unsigned Ballots by Next tuesday
Oregon voters have until close of business on Tuesday,
Nov. 18th, to cure any signature problems on their ballots.
If the signature problem is not fixed by the deadline, the
ballot will not be counted.
The list of voters with ballot signature problems will be
made public on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Campaigns are per-
mitted to contact voters on the list. Campaigns are also
permitted to provide transportation for voters, but laws pro-
hibiting undue influence apply.
Voters who have any concerns or questions should contact
the Secretary of State’s office at 503-986-1518.
After protesters, including Augustana Lutheran Church Pastor Mark knutson with microphone above,
demonstrated outside the federal courthouse last thursday, a federal judge ordered the temporary
release of community labor leader Francisco Aguirre. threatened with arrest and deportation by the
Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a DuI, then charged with illegally entering the country,
Aguirre spent 45 days in sanctuary with the support of hundreds of community leaders from faith,
labor and immigrant rights organizations – even Portland Mayor Charlie Hales. He was arrested last
week after he appeared at the Clackamas County Courthouse to answer on the drunk driving
charge. Supporters say he is back in the sanctuary with his family at Augustana.
Dance Club Hosts Fundraiser for
Healthy Birth Initiative
Groovin’ High Steppers host a fundraiser in support of the
Healthy Birth Initiative, and the expanding work of the pro-
gram that provides services and classes for African
American fathers and males, Nov. 15 and 16, in an array of
events held at the Colwood Golf Center, 7313 NE Columbia
Blvd. in Portland.
The event includes a Meet and Greet, Saturday, Nov. 15
from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. with dominoes and bid whist tourna-
ments (small entry fee and prizes). Playing your favorite
R&B, Neo-Soul & Jazz for your dancing, Chicago Steppin’,
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line dancing and listening pleasure. The attire is casual and
light Hors D’Oeuvres will be served.
The Main Event, Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
with music host DJ George, spinning sophisticated R&B,
Neo-Soul & Jazz for your dancing, Chicago Steppin’, line
dancing and listening pleasure. The attire is dress to
impress and hearty Hors D’Oeuvres will be served.
On Sunday, Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. is a farewell
dance set and brunch.
Tickets may be purchased and donations made online at
www.groovinhighsteppers.com via PayPal (Select the
NEWS tab and EVENTS drop-down). The group hopes to
raise $3000 for the birth project.
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There are some upcoming free community events happen-
ing through Basic Rights Oregon, PFLAG Portland Black
Chapter, and LGBTQ communities at Portland State Uni-
versity.
Nov. 18, from 5:45 -9 p.m. is a Dinner Social and Gather-
ing for LGBTQ people of color to learn about Basic Rights
Oregon: Our Families Leadership Program. Find the loca-
tion by calling 503-222-6151, ext. 117.
On Nov. 19, the amazing Cece McDonald will join other
Transgender Activists on a panel at PSU in recognition of
Transgender Day of Remembrance, 6:30-8:30 at the Smith
Center Ballroom.
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Thursday – Sunday November 13 – 16
12tH ANNuAL tEEN ARt SHOW. Opening reception
is thursday Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. the reception
features artistic activities throughout the
exhibition, light refreshments and much more.
Beaverton City Library, All open to the public.
12375 SW 5th St. Beaverton.
Friday November 14
StISON LuMBER tREE ARRIVAL At PONEER
COuRtHOuSE SQuARE. Festivities include a
parade, the Beat Goes On marching band, free
hot chocolate. All the fun begins at noon.
Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Saturday November 15
VANPORt MEDIA PROJECt. “tHE WAkE OF
VANPORt”. Honors the Death of a City. It presents
the city’s history through collecting Vanport
Stories told by the voices of those who lived
there. Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church,
3138 N. Vancouver Ave. 2 p.m.
the artists” reception will be held on Sunday
December 7, 2014 from 2 – 4 p.m. the exhibit
and catered reception are free and open to the
public. 2811 NE Holman St.
BLuES & BAR-B-QuE, BENEFIt FOR VEtERANS. Voices
for Veterans to benefit our local veterans down
home Bar-B-Q dinner, blues music with Norman
Sylvester Band, auction, prizes all for $15. 7 – 11
p.m. North Portland Eagles Lodge, 7611 N. Exeter
& Lombard.
FREE FIRStENBuRG FAMILY FuN DAY. the Firstenburg
Community Center will be hosting a FREE Family
Fun Day and movie night filled with swimming,
climbing, activities in the gym and so much
more. Fun starts at noon and runs all day &
evening. 700 NE 136th Ave. Vancouver.
GIRLFESt. Join us for our largest Girl Scout
celebration of the year GirlFest! Discover
hundreds of amazing activities. $10 pre-
registration, $15 at the door. Register at
www.girlscout.org/girlfest. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine Dr.
28tH ANNuAL NEIGHBORHOOD FIX-It FAIR. Healthy
Families, Healthy Homes! Fix-it fair is a free event
where you can learn simple ways to save money
and be healthy at home this winter. 9:30 a.m. – 3
p.m. Parkrose High School, 12003 NE Shaver St.
Monday November 17
PORtLAND INtERNAtIONAL AIRPORt JOB FAIR.
Expecting to fill more than 300 concession jobs
over the next few months. PDX concessions are
looking for seasonal, part-time, full-time and
temporary employees. 5 p.m. PDX Conference
Center, located above Oregon Market in the
airport’s main terminal, 7000 NE Airport Way.
Thursday – Sunday November 20 – December 21
A SLutE tO OREGON ARtIStS. Concordia university
Libraries Art & Culture presents A Salute to
Oregon Artists art exhibit in the George r. White
Library and Learning Center. A catered “meet
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Saturday November 22
Sunday November 23
SENIORS INVItED tO GIVE tHANkS At SENIOR
CENtER. the free dinner includes turkey and all
the trimmings, plus tasty side dishes, music and
fellowship will follow. All seniors living in North and
Northeast Portland are invited. Noon – 2 p.m.
Hollywood Senior Center, 1820 NE 40th Ave.
DROP – IN POEtRY WORkSHOP At tHE NORtH
PORtLAND LIBRARY. No registration required. Just
bring a pen & notebook. We will create a group
poem, and participants will leave with the
beginning of a new writing. 512 N. killingsworth
St.