February 22, 2017 The Skanner Page 5
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FRIDAY, MARCH 3
ALLIED ARTS: A SOCIAL JUSTICE SOCIAL: All are invited to come
and spread awareness and support for locally led “Social Jus-
tice! The Allied Arts Show,” which brings together visual and
performing artists who donate their talents to raise money and
spread awareness for non-profit organizations that support
social justice and the groups affected by the current adminis-
tration. $12 gets guests admission, a drink ticket and a raffle
ticket. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., The Lagunitas Community Room, 237 NE
Broadway St. Suite 300.
PHOTO BY SUSAN FRIED
SUNDAY, MARCH 5
Rest In Power
Trayvon Martin’s parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, answer questions from moderator Vivian Phillips and the audience about
their book, Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin at an event sponsored by Seattle Arts and Lectures at Town Hall Feb. 15.
The nearly-sold-out hall heard Trayvon’s parents talk about their son’s life and tragic death and how his legacy is empowering others
to fight against Stand Your Ground laws and the pernicious effects of racism.
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website at www.voiceforvoicelesstheatre.com.
Pop-up Photo Exhibition to Shine
the Spotlight on Oregon Women
Veterans
“I Am Not Invisible,” a presentation featuring 20
portraits of Oregon women military veterans, will be
unveiled later this month at a special, one-night com-
munity exhibition at the Portland Art Museum.
The project, which is a joint effort of Portland State
University’s Veterans Resource Center and the Ore-
gon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, is intended to
shine a spotlight on women veterans, whose contri-
butions, experiences and needs are too often ignored
or overlooked socially, politically and legally.
There are more than 28,000 women veterans in Or-
egon — a number that has risen steadily over the past
three decades — representing almost one-tenth of Or-
egon’s veteran population. And yet, women veterans
continue to face significant barriers and challenges
in accessing necessary health care and other ser-
vices, while experiencing a lack of recognition unlike
their male counterparts.
The project is the brainchild of PSU Veterans Re-
source Center Director Felita Singleton and ODVA
Women Veterans Coordinator Elizabeth Estabrooks,
who are also curating the Feb. 24 show.
The debut of “I Am Not Invisible” will take place
from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24, at the Portland Art Muse-
um, 1219 S.W. Park Ave. Many of the women veterans
who participated in the project, as well as the photog-
rapher, Sally Sheldon, will be in attendance.
Complimentary admission is available to those at-
tending the exhibit. Guests should check in at the
guest services desk upon entry and identify them-
selves as attending the I Am Not Invisible event.
Information about the museum’s hours and acces-
sibility can be found online at portlandartmuseum.
org/plan-your-visit/hours-admission and portland-
artmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility.
Seattle News Briefs
City of Seattle Files Freedom of
Information Act Requests on
Immigration Order
Today, Mayor Ed Murray announced during his
2017 State of the City address that, under the direction
of City Attorney Pete Holmes, the City of Seattle will
file a series of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) re-
quests with multiple federal agencies regarding Pres-
ident Trump’s immigration Executive Order target-
ing immigrants and refugees. The requests are being
sent to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS),
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the
Department of Justice (DOJ).
The FOIA requests seek details related to Presi-
dent Trump’s Executive Order 13768 announcing
that “sanctuary jurisdictions” will not receive federal
funds and which gave immigration authorities great-
er discretion in immigration policy, detainment, and
deportation.
The Executive Order has been characterized as
vague, with limited public information available. The
FOIA requests call for the federal agencies to provide
Seattle all records and plans pertaining to the intent
and enforcement of the order in a timely manner.
Federal law requires that the agencies respond with-
in 20 days.
During his State of the City speech at Idris Mosque,
Mayor Murray said:
“In today’s atmosphere of uncertainty and fear, let
me reaffirm my commitment that we will remain a
welcoming city for all. Under my direction, along
with City Attorney Pete Holmes, in response to the
Administration’s actions and rhetoric regarding
immigrants and refugees, today Seattle will send a
series of Freedom of Information Requests to mul-
tiple federal agencies, including the Department of
Homeland Security. We believe that the rule of law is
on our side, and we will take legal action if the federal
government does not answer our requests in a timely
manner.”
Additionally, last week Mayor Murray directed the
City of Seattle to join an amicus brief in Darweesh v.
Trump, seeking an injunction against Trump’s Exec-
utive Order banning foreigners from seven predom-
inately Muslim countries from entering the United
States. Seattle joined several cities from across the
country on this brief, noting the ban’s impact on safe-
ty, the economy and security. The case stems from the
detainment and threatened deportation of Hameed
Darweesh, an Iraqi national with a valid travel visa,
after he arrived in the United States.
Jayapal to Host Town Hall in Seattle
On March 6, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal will
host a public town hall meeting at Town Hall Seattle
at 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. At the
event, Jayapal will discuss her work in Congress and
take questions from constituents. Town halls are an
important way for constituents to connect with their
representatives in government and hold them ac-
countable.
This will be the first in a series of town hall-style
events in Washington’s 7th District, which encom-
passes most of Seattle and surrounding areas includ-
ing Vashon Island, Lake Forest Park, Edmonds and
parts of Burien, Shoreline and Normandy Park.
Elected in 2016, Jayapal serves on the House Judi-
ciary Committee and the Subcommittee on Immigra-
tion and Border Security. She is also the Vice Ranking
Member of the House Budget Committee.
ALLEN TEMPLE CME CHURCH CELEBRATING 68TH CHURCH ANNI-
VERSARY: Theme: “Going Forth with GOD.” Rev. J. Walter Hills II,
Senior Pastor of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church will be
the keynote speaker celebrating the 68th anniversary at the
family and friends worship service. 4 p.m., Maranatha Church,
4222 NE 12th Ave.
Seattle Bulletin
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24
GARDENING WITH YOUR CHILDREN: PLAN AND PREPARE YOUR
GARDEN: Learn ideas to make your garden fun for the whole
family. You will make a fun craft to bring home to your very
own garden. $2 suggested donation! Pre-registration is required
please call 425-452-6993 Course 112721. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Lake
Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station, 15416 SE 16th St., Bellevue.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. SEUSS STORYTIME: In celebration of the
beloved author’s birthday on March 2, The Northgate Mall will
host a special storytime featuring coloring, activities and more.
11 a.m., Northgate Mall, 401 NE Northgate Way.
CHAMPIONS OF COURAGE BY SOUTH SOUND PARENT 2 PARENT:
SSP2P will host the fourth annual fundraiser, Champions for
Courage at the Hands on Children’s Museum. Activities for this
fundraising event include: Silent auction, wine grab, delicious
finger food and beverages, face painting, photo booth and much
more. Fun for all ages to have fun and enjoy. Admission is $12 for
adults, children 18 and younger are free. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.,
The New Hans on Children’s Museum is located at 414 Jefferson
ST. NE., Olympia.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
BELLEVUE COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR: Come and learn about
the resources in our community. Dozens of local organizations
will be on site to discuss a wide range of services. 2 p.m. – 4
p.m., Bellevue Library, Room 1, 1111 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue.
THURSDAY, MARCH 2
FREE ADMISSION DAY AT NORTHWEST AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSE-
UM: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Northwest African American Museum, 2300
S. Massachusetts St.
SATURDAY, MARCH 4
LEWIS CREEK RANGER HIKE: Join a park ranger to explore the
natural and cultural history of Lewis Creek Park. All ages wel-
come, we encourage families to join us! Free. 10:30 a.m. – noon.,
Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd. SE, Bel-
levue.
County Council remembers 75th
Anniversary of Exec. Order 9066
The Metropolitan King County Council held a cer-
emony today to recognize it has been 75 years since
President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Executive Or-
der 9066 on February 19, 1942. The order authorized
the United States military to carry out the unconsti-
tutional forced removal and incarceration of over
120,000 persons of Japanese ancestry from the West
Coast. This included 9,600 Japanese-American resi-
dents of King County.
“We must never forget the events leading up to this
travesty, the irreparable harm inflicted, and the patri-
otism and courage of those who spoke out against the
violations of their civil liberties,” said Council Vice
Chair Rod Dembowski. “Linking this history to con-
temporary issues, we must ensure we do not repeat
past atrocities.”