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Grants for Arts
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE OREGON ARTS COMMISSION
Children participating in a summer camp
at The Dalles Art Center hold up self-por-
traits using a stencil process. Arts orga-
nizations like The Dalles Art Center are
eligible to apply for an Arts Commission
Small Operating Grant. The two-year pilot
grant program, designed to provide op-
erating support to arts organizations with
budgets under $150,00, is now open at
the Oregon Arts Commission. Applications
for the first round of funding will be ac-
cepted until 5 p.m. Sept. 16, at http://ore-
gon.culturegrants.org/. Eligibility is limited
to organizations that have operated as an
IRS recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit for two
years or more.
Greater Solid Rock Outreach
Ministries Holds Family Fun Day
Greater Solid Rock Outreach Ministries will hold its sec-
ond annual Family Fun Day from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.
The event will take place at Woodlawn Park, situated at
the intersection of NE 13th and Dekum. Activities will in-
clude a three-legged race, tug-of-war, a relay race, a color-
ing contest and a raffl e.
Food and refreshments will also be available for sale at
the event. For more information, contact Shannon Olive,
(503) 875-1725.
Portland Restaurants to Support Local
Senior Program Aug. 25
Nationally, less than three percent of all philanthropic
dollars go to support programs for seniors, but on Aug. 25,
26 Portland area restaurants will donate 10 to 20 percent of
sales to Store to Door. Store to Door is a nonprofi t organi-
zation dedicated to providing a low-cost, volunteer-based
grocery shopping and delivery service for seniors and peo-
ple with disabilities. The program helps low-income elders
maintain their independence, increase their social supports,
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and access other services that support aging-in-place.
Each year, Store to Door serves 500+ home-bound Or-
egonians with 7,500+ deliveries, and these numbers will
continue to grow.
You can help support Store to Door by dining out at one of
the participating restaurants Aug. 25. To fi nd out more, visit
Store to Door’s Facebook page.
City of Vancouver Seeks Applicants
For Planning Commission
The City of Vancouver is seeking applicants to fi ll one
vacancy on the Planning Commission. The open position is
for a four-year term beginning in January 2016.
The deadline to submit an application for the position is 5
p.m., Sept. 18.
To apply online, visit www.cityofvancouver.us/boards.
To request an application or for more information, contact
Alexis Bafus in the City Manager’s Offi ce at City Hall, P.O.
Box 1995, Vancouver, WA 98668-1995, alexis.bafus@city-
ofvancouver.us or by calling (360) 487-8607.
The seven-member Planning Commission is a volunteer
citizen advisory body and makes recommendations to City
Council on the comprehensive plan, sub-area plans, zoning
and other city land use matters.
The Planning Commission refl ects a broad range of neigh-
borhoods, professional and community experience and
perspectives and seeks to be representative of the cultural
diversity of the Vancouver community. The City is seek-
ing candidates with interest and experience in community
planning, urban design or housing development, and who
are active in business, neighborhood or community affairs.
Participation in the City’s Planning Commission requires
a signifi cant time commitment of approximately 15 hours
per month. This includes regular attendance at meetings on
the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at City Hall
(415 W. 6th St.). Attendance at other sub-committee or City
Council meetings may also be required. Commissioners
prepare for meetings by reviewing a variety of maps and
technical information and making site visits.
Visit www.cityofvancouver.us/pc to learn more about the
City’s Planning Commission, including access to past meet-
ing minutes and agendas.
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PORTLAND COMMUNITY CALENDAR 2015
Cruise-In starts at 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. There will be lots
of food vendors and events for all ages. Walmart,
430 SE 192nd Ave., Vancouver.
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, 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
FLICK ON THE BRICKS: The movie will be “Mrs.
Doubtfire” (PG-13). Admission to this fun and excit-
ing 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 purchase.
Pioneer Courthouse square, downtown Portland.
Saturday, August 22
WALMART CRUISE–IN & FUNDRAISING CONCERT FOR
THE VETERANS COMMUNITY GARDEN: The purpose
of the Clark County Veterans Community Garden
is to provide a community garden specially creat-
ed to benefit veterans. Concerts begin at 9 a.m.
reerfair.com with Portland II in the subject line. 11
a.m. – 3 p.m., The Ambridge Events Center, 1333
NE MLK. JR. Blvd.
Sunday, August 23
Friday, August 28
PACIFIC PARADISE LUAU @ COMMUNITY PARTY: Dress
in your island attire and enjoy the fun for a Com-
munity Party! Authentic dancers will be performing
and giving dance lessons. There will be activities
for the young at heart. 9a.m. – 3 p.m., Westfield
Vancouver Mall Parking Lot, 8702 Van Mall Dr.
across from Twin Credit Union, Vancouver.
WRITE AROUND PORTLAND 48TH BOOK RELEASE
& FREE PUBLIC READING: We invite the public to
attend this reading of the powerful work written by
participants in our summer 2015 writing workshops.
FREE. 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Collins Hall at the back
of the First United Methodist Church, 1838 SW Jef-
ferson St. at the Goose Hollow TriMet Max Stop.
BLACK WOMEN FOR PEACE PRESENTS: 2015 PEACE
FESTIVAL: Empowering youth, celebrating culture,
promoting peace. Free and open to the public.
Please join us for an inspiring afternoon of youth
performances. 3 p.m., Benson Polytechnic High
School, 546 NE 12th Ave.
Saturday, August 29
Tuesday, August 25
CELEBRITY CHOCOLATE CAKE CONTEST: The 150th
Oregon State Fair will open on Friday August 28th.
To celebrate the fair’s historic sesquicentennial,
OHS will be hosting a celebrity chocolate cake
contest. Free and open to the public. Noon – 1
p.m., Oregon Historical Society, 1200 S W. Park
Ave.
PORTLAND PRIME’S FOURTH ANNUAL SHOE AND
STEAK GIVEAWAY! Each child will receive their feet
washed if they choose, a pair of new shoes and a
backpack filled with school supplies. We will also
serve steak sandwiches to all children and fami-
ly. This year we will have boys’ and girls’ stations.
The girls can get their fingernails polished and the
boys can receive a free haircut. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.,
Portland Prime, 319 SW Pine St.
CAMPUS BLUES FEST: A tribute to Janice Scroggins
& Linda Hornbuckle. Join us for this free event. All
day entertainment and lots of food vendors. Noon
– 8 p.m., Concordia University Campus Green,
Corner of NE 29th Ave. & NE Rosa Parks Way.
Wednesday, August 26
15TH ANNUAL DIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT DAY CAREER
FAIR! The career fair offers the general public a
rare opportunity to meet face-to-face with recruit-
ers and staffing managers. Free and open to the
public 18 years of age and older. Business attire
and resumes are required. Candidates can skip
the lines by emailing resumes to fasttrack@cityca-
Monday, August 31
HOME FRONT STORIES OF WORLD WAR II – Join us
for beer & history. Listen to stories from individuals
who worked on the Oregon Home Front during
World War II. Free and open to all. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.,
McMenamins Kennedy School Theater, 5736 NE
33rd Ave.
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