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Portland and SW Washington S P O T L I G H T Matt Dishman Block Party S state is able to begin re-investing in education in a serious way, students now and of future generations will continually be faced with the diffi cult decision to raise tuition or make cuts.” The presidents of Oregon’s seven public universities thanked the legislature and Gov. Kate Brown for the addi- tional funding, saying that the support will move more Ore- gonians out poverty and low-income jobs. -Donovan M. Smith Portland Will Rally August 15 to Support Iran Nuclear Agreement PHOTO BY JERRY FOSTER At Pioneer Square in downtown Portland at noon on Sat- urday August 15, 2015, people will gather to show support for the historic Iran nuclear agreement reached several weeks ago between Iran and the UN Security Council’s fi ve permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) plus Germany. The accord calls on Iran to limit its nuclear activities to allow only a nuclear energy program in exchange for the lifting of eco- nomic sanctions. The Portland rally is co-sponsored by American Iranian Friendship Council-PDX, Americans United for Palestinian Human Rights, Friends of Sabeel North America, Jewish Voice for Peace-PDX, and Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility. Local salsa band Pa’Lante entertains the crowd at the Matt Dishman Community Center block party Aug. 8. Between 200 and 300 people attended the event, which included food, games, rock climb- ing, arts and crafts and face painting. PSU Lowers Tuition for Upcoming School Year Tuition rates are going down 1.1 percent for students at Portland State University. That’s due to some legislation passed earlier this year that increased funding for public universities. Portland State has the distinction of being the only public university in Oregon decreasing tuition for the upcoming school year. The price cut will save full-time undergraduate students in the state $90 for the 2015-16 school year, making tuition $8,034. “PSU is committed to doing everything we can to help students get in, be successful and graduate with as little debt as possible,” said PSU President Wim Wiewel, in a news release. The PSU Board of Trustees made the decision in a unani- mous vote last Friday to overturn their decision in March by 4.2 percent, $330 for the average student. “We’re all concerned about the rising cost of tuition in Oregon,” said Pete Nickerson, chairman of PSU’s board of trustees, in a news release. “It’s the board’s role to be fi scally responsible while trying to keep tuition as low as possible.” Last month legislators voted to increase funding for high- er education by 22 percent translating to $700 million for the next two years. Trevor Jacobsen, University Affairs Director for Associ- ated Students of Portland State University, said though he cannot speculate as to whether students’ protests over tui- tion played a part in the board reversing its decision, he is grateful nonetheless. “Every little bit helps,” Jacobsen said. “I’m glad that our administration kept their promise of fairly addressing tui- tion in the event of an increase in state dollars, but of course wish that the increase was lower.” “This means our options are to push the legislature for more funding; to cut offerings, programs, and make the uni- versity more effi cient; or to raise tuition, ” Jacobsen said. “None of these are easy decisions or surefi re fi xes. Until the Vancouver School District Holds Free Festival to Help Get Kids, Families Ready for School To help students and families prepare for the start of the school year, Vancouver Public Schools is hosting its second annual back-to-school-readiness festival. The festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at Hudson’s Bay High School, 1601 E. McLoughlin Blvd. in Vancouver. This event is free and open to all VPS students and their families. The festival features food, entertainment, family-friendly activities, and information about early learning, counseling, health care, housing and other resources. It also will provide free immunizations, haircuts and gently used clothing. Ap- proximately 50 district partners from the community will be in attendance to provide information and materials. Go Ready is organized by the district’s network of Fam- ily-Community Resource Centers, which provides support for families all school year long. The event is designed to serve the district’s growing number of students and families eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Eligibility for sub- sidized meals is one indicator of poverty, which can affect readiness to learn. Your Community Bulletin Board Brought to You by Visit us at a store near you PORTLAND COMMUNITY CALENDAR 2015 for a community or non-profit (minimum 10 ), $25 per person for corporate sponsors (minimum 10). 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Dawson Park, N. Williams Ave. To register, please go to http.//aahc.Portland. org/ or call (503) 413-1850 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 – Sunday, August 13 – 16 11TH ANNUAL NORTH AMERICAN ORGANIC BREW- ERS FESTIVAL: This year there will be 52 craft beers, ciders and meals from three dozen producers. The event will take place from noon to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at Overlook Park at the intersection of N. Fremont & N. Interstate). Hours are noon – 9 p.m. Admission is free, however but those attending must pur- chase a $7 reuseable cup and tokens for tasting will be $1 each. WE ARE BLACK, WE ARE PORTLAND: BBQ and com- munity celebration with free food, DJ, live music and games. Join organizers to connect as a peo- ple locally through building relationships providing resources, discussing experiences as Black people and celebrating Black heritage. 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Montavilla Park, Picnic Site A. 82nd & Glisan. SEAPORT CELEBRATION: Come join the fun at the most family-friendly, fun-filled day of adventure on the river this summer. Enjoy live entertainment, interactive displays and demonstrations, free give- aways and prizes, $10 jet boat rides and much more. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Port of Portland, Terminal 4, 11040 N. Lombard St. Saturday, August 15 Monday – Friday, August 17 – 21 SOUL STROLL 2015 (WELLNESS Walk): Join us for the 20th annual 2.4 or 5k Soul Stroll for Health. Show your support at the Soul Stroll, where the commu- nity comes together to celebrate but also to raise awareness of health disparities among the African American community. Families are invited to join for free food, music, dancing, massage and more. Ticket prices are $20 per person, $15 per person ASK NICKY SUMMER CAMP: This camp serves youth 11 to 16 years old. Meals/snacks, sponsors, train- ing certification, activities, field trips. Hosted by HUD/Homeforward. For more information please call (971) 330-3394 or email navladies@yahoo. com. The camp takes place daily from 8:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.m Community Education Center, 4625 N. Trenton St. Page 4 August 12, 2015 The Portland and Seattle Skanner Thursday, August 20 “SO I’M NOT REALLY CRAZY”: THE INTERSECTION OF TRAUMA AND ADDICTIVE DISEASE: Counselor Ann Church will speak on maintaining recovery while coping with the aftermath of traumatic events. She will speak on 12-step principles that are effec- tive anchors for healing. No charge to attend and open to all who are interested in recovery. 7 p.m., Hazelden Betty Ford Beaverton Center, 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. #240. RSVP requested to fgreen577@gmail.com or call (503) 707-9522. Friday, August 21 FLICKS ON THE BRICKS: This week’s movie will be Mrs. Doubtfire (PG-13). Admission to this fun and exciting evening is free. Just bring your low lawn chairs and blankets. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. with live entertainment followed by the movie at dusk. Food and drinks will be available for pur- chase. Pioneer Courthouse square, downtown Portland. Sunday, August 23 BLACK WOMEN FOR PEACE PRESENTS: 2015 PEACE FESTIVAL: Please join us for an inspiring afternoon of youth performances empowering youth, cele- brating culture and promoting peace. Free and open to the public. 3 p.m., Benson Polytechnic High School, 546 NE 12th Ave.
