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Community Page 10 n THE ASIAN REPORTER speaking English. Talk Time is not a class, but an opportunity to meet new people, share culture, and have fun. Only English is spoken. For info, call (503) 988-5386 or visit <events.multcolib. org>. This issue’s Community Calendar is brought to you by: The Look of Silence Streetcar City June 20, 9:30-10pm; repeats June 22, 2:30-3am; Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Watch Oregon Experience’s Streetcar City, a look back at Portland’s historic streetcar system — which was once among the most extensive in the U.S. — and efforts to revive the mode of public transportation. To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. DHS town hall meeting June 20-23; June 20, 1-3pm, Creston School, Auditorium (4701 SE Bush St, Portland); June 21, 1-3pm, Chemeketa Community College, Auditorium (4000 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, Ore); June 22, 1-3pm, Lane Community College, Center for Meeting & Learning, Room 104 (4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, Ore.); June 23, 10am-noon, North Medford High School, Auditorium (1900 N Keene Way Drive, Medford, Ore.). Attend an Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) town hall meeting to learn about and offer input on programs, services, and priorities for the 2017 budget and legislative session. For info, call (503) 269-7950 or visit <www.oregon.gov/dhs>. To reserve space at an event, e-mail <DHS.DirectorsOffice@dhsoha.state.or.us> with the city holding the meeting in the subject line. Talk Time at Capitol Hill Library June 20 & 27, 6-7:30pm, Capitol Hill Library (10723 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland). Join other non-native English speakers at an informal conversation circle for people who want to practice speaking English. Talk Time is not a class, but an opportunity to meet new people, share culture, and have fun. Only English is spoken. For info, call (503) 988-5385 or visit <events.multcolib. org>. “Being Mortal” June 21, 10-11pm; repeats June 23, 3-4am; Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Watch “Being Mortal,” an episode of Frontline hosted by writer and surgeon Atul Gawande that focuses on the relationships doctors have with patients who are nearing the end of life. In the show, Gawande explores how doctors — himself included — are often remarkably untrained, ill-suited, and uncomfortable talking about chronic illness and death with their patients. To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. “Family Ingredients” June 22 & 29, 12:30-1pm, Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Watch “Hawai‘i — Poi” (June 22) and “Okinawa — Soki Soba” (June 29), episodes of “Family Ingredients,” a new culinary travel television series hosted by O‘ahu chef Ed Kenney that traces the origins of Hawai‘i dishes to their roots around the world. To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. THE LOOK OF SILENCE. The Look of Silence, a film that tells the story of Adi Rukun, an optometrist who confronts the men who killed his brother during the 1965 Indonesian genocide, airs on Monday, June 27 on Oregon Public Broadcasting. (Photo courtesy of American Documen- tary, Inc.) Vietnamese language exchange June 25, 3-4pm, Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland). Practice Vietnamese or English and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere at a Vietnamese language exchange event. Participants speak half the time in English and the other half in Vietnamese. Beginners are welcome. For info, call (503) 988-5386 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. Seismic retrofitting June 25, 3-5pm, Belmont Library (1038 SE César Chávez Blvd, Portland). Learn the basics of a seismic retrofit, whether you want to try a do-it-yourself installation or just want to understand the basic principles. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5234 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. Never Give Up! June 25, 7-9pm, Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience, Tateuchi Story Theatre (719 S King St, Seattle). Join a screening of Never Give Up! Minoru Yasui and the Fight for Justice, an in-progress documentary about civil-rights lawyer and activist Minoru “Min” Yasui, held in honor of the centennial of his birth. The screening is followed by a talk led by film co-director Holly Yasui; a reading from the play EO 9066; and a panel discussion about current civil-rights issues. For info, call (206) 623-5124 or visit <www.wingluke.org>. To learn more, visit <www.minoruyasuifilm.org>. “India’s Independence Railroads” June 25, 8-9pm; repeats June 27, midnight-1am; Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Watch “India’s Independence Rail- roads,” an episode of Globe Trekker’s new “Tough Trains” series following host Zay Harding’s epic journey in India across one of the world’s largest railway networks. To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. Someplace with a Mountain June 26, 4-5am, Oregon Public Broadcasting Plus (OPB Plus). Watch Someplace with a Mountain, a film in which inhabitants of a small group of tropical Pacific islands learn their home is threatened by the rising sea. To verify showtime, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. “Two Ways to Unlock Asian Flavor” PIR open house June 24, 11-11:30am, Oregon Public Broadcasting Plus (OPB Plus). Watch “Two Ways to Unlock Asian Flavor,” an episode of America’s Test Kitchen that serves up “Thai Chicken Curry with Potatoes” and “Peanuts and Chinese Braised Beef.” To verify showtime, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. June 26, 10am-4pm, Portland International Raceway (1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland). Attend a free open house at Portland International Raceway (PIR), an event featuring displays, an opportunity to meet and take photos with former Indy Car drivers Christian Fittipaldi and Parker Johnstone, and more. With a donation to the nonprofit organization Friends of PIR, participants can take their own street car for two paced laps or take a track ride in an exotic sports cars or a full racecar (helmets and driving suits are provided as needed). For info, call (503) 823-7223 or visit <www.portlandraceway.com>. “Student Safety Academy” June 25, 10-11:15am, TriMet Operations Headquarters (4012 SE 17th Ave, Portland). Youth between eight and 12 years old are invited to attend a “Student Safety Academy” taught by Transit Police Division officers. Attendees to the event learn safe and appropriate behavior on board a TriMet bus and the MAX line, hear cool facts about trains and busses, and receive safety swag. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 962-7699. Babysitter training for teens June 25, 10am-5pm, Capitol Hill Library (10723 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland). Take a KidProof training class to help prepare for a babysitting job. The class — intended for teens in grades six through 12 — includes information on caring for kids of all ages, dealing with difficult situations, preparing safe and fun activities, making safe choices while babysitting, providing emergency first aid, and more. Each student receives a Babysitter’s Handbook and wallet card upon successful completion. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5234 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. Earthquake preparedness June 25, 2-3:30pm, Multnomah County Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave, Portland). Learn what to do before, during, and after an earthquake at an earthquake-preparedness class. Discussions include how to make a family plan, how to build an emergency kit, what items should be included in a kit, the proper way to store the kit, and more. For info, call (503) 988-5123 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. To register (required), call (503) 988-5234. Black Pearl Acupuncture www.blackpearlacupuncture.com “Milk Carton Boat Races” June 26, 11am, Westmoreland Park Casting Pond (SE McLoughlin Blvd & SE Bybee Blvd, Portland). Attend the “Milk Carton Boat Races,” a unique tradition dating back to 1973 featuring large, handmade, human-powered boats that float entirely by means of recycled milk cartons and jugs. The free event — which showcases seven classes of vessels, from those built for speed to whimsical showboats — also includes giveaways and entertainment. For info, call (503) 227-2681 or visit <www. rosefestival.org>. Sunday Parkways: North Portland June 26, 11am-4pm, Peninsula, Arbor Lodge, McCoy, and Kenton Parks (North Portland). Walk and bike through north Portland neighborhoods, parks, and the Willamette bluff without motor traffic during a Sunday Parkways event. Entertainment and activities take place in the parks and along the 9.5-mile, two-way route, which has no start or finish. The route also includes the Willamette Bluff. For info, call (503) 823-7599 or visit <www.portlandsundayparkways.org>. Talk Time at Gregory Heights June 26, 12:30-2pm, Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland). Join other non-native English speakers at an informal conversation circle for people who want to practice FREE HOME REPAIRS FOR PORTLAND SENIOR & DISABLED HOMEOWNERS Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine are great for: - Acute/Chronic Pain (i.e. neck, back, sciatica & shoulder) - Treating & Preventing the flu and colds - Stress Relief - Headaches/Migraines June 20, 2016 Plumbing l Electrical l Carpentry Sita Symonette Call (503) 501-5719 or visit https://reachcdc.org Licensed Acupuncturist seasymonettea@gmail.com Call to schedule an appointment: (503) 308-9363 505 N.W. Ninth Ave., Portland, OR 97209 Portland Housing Bureau Interpretation services available June 27, 11pm-1am; repeats June 29, 4-6am; Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Watch Joshua Oppenheimer’s The Look of Silence, a film that tells the story of Adi Rukun, an optometrist who confronts the men who killed his brother during the 1965 Indonesian genocide. (Denmark, Indonesia, Finland, Norway, U.K., Israel, France, USA, Germany, Netherlands, 2014, Joshua Oppenheimer, 120 mins.) To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>. To learn more, visit <www. thelookofsilence.com>. “Honey Bee Science Discovery Program” June 28, 3-3:45pm, Kenton Library (8226 N Denver Ave, Portland). Learn about honey bees and discover the science behind the busy creatures at “Honey Bee Science Discovery Program,” a presentation by a young beekeeper. The interactive class, which is for people age three and older, is followed by hands-on learning stations, including a Honey Bee Discovery Lab, flower-seed planting, a pollination station, honey bee board games and coloring sheets, and more. For info, call (503) 988-5370 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. Healthcare fair June 29, 10am-3pm, Portland Airport Holiday Inn (8439 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland). Attend a free long-term care job and career fair featuring employers from nearly 40 companies in southwest Washington, Clackamas County, and the Portland metropolitan area. Attendees should bring résumés, dress for an interview, and be prepared to speak with employers. For info, call Tricia Ryan at (503) 478-7326 (Multnomah & Washington counties), Julia Metz at (503) 657-6770 (Clackamas County), or Julia Maglione at (360) 567-3176 (Clark, Cowlitz & Wahkiakum counties), or visit <www.ltcjobcareerfair.eventbrite. com>. Runway Run June 30 (early registration deadline). Participate in the Runway Run, a run/walk held September 24 as part of the Port of Portland’s 125th anniversary. The race — from one end of the north runway to the other and back — is limited to 2,500 participants age 12 and older. The event takes place in the morning at Portland International Airport (7000 NE Airport Way). For info, including fees and security information, or to sign up, call (503) 292-4626 or (503) 415-6000, or visit <http:// htcraceseries.com/event/pdx-runway-run-2016>. API Community Leadership Institute July 1, 5pm (application deadline). Apply to participate in the Asian Pacific Islander Community Leadership Institute (API-CLI), a comprehensive eight-month program that develops community leaders and builds collaborative alliances and partnerships within the API community to address racial and ethnic disparities. The institute, which runs from September 2016 to April 2017, includes eight intensive monthly workshops and trainings. To learn more, or to apply, contact Sophorn Cheang at (971) 271-6501 or <sophornc@irco.org>, or contact Kara Carmosino at (971) 340-4861 or <kara@apano.org>. Sushi-making class for children July 2, 8:30-10am, Portland Farmers Market (SW Park Ave between SW Hall St & SW Montgomery St, Portland). Learn to make sushi at a “Veggie Sushi” class. The course for aspiring chefs seven to 11 years old includes a market shopping trip, hands-on instruction, and recipes to take home. The class takes place near the music stage. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 241-0032, e-mail <sydney@portlandfarmersmarket.org>, or visit <www.portlandfarmersmarket.org>. Seattle naturalization ceremony July 4, 11am (concert), noon (ceremony), Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion (305 Harrison St, Seattle). Witness a naturalization ceremony on Independence Day. The event, which is presided over by Seattle mayor Ed Murray, is preceded by a performance by Navy Band Northwest. More than 500 candidates from 80+ countries are sworn in as new citizens of the United States of America at the ceremony. For info, call (206) 684-7200, or visit <www.seattlecenter.com>. Fourth of July potluck picnic July 4, 11am-dark, Great Vow Zen Monastery (79640 Quincy- Mayger Rd, Clatskanie, Ore.). Celebrate the Fourth of July at a family-friendly event featuring a potluck picnic, a logging show, live music, fireworks, and games for kids and adults. Participants should bring a vegan or vegetarian dish to share. For info, or to register, call (503) 728-0654 or visit <www.zendust.org>. Talk Time at Central Library July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 5:30-7pm, Multnomah County Central Library, Room 2B (801 SW 10th Ave, Portland). Join other non-native English speakers at an informal conversation circle for people who want to practice speaking English. Talk Time is not a class, but an opportunity to meet new people, share culture, and have fun. Only English is spoken. For info, call (503) 988-5123 or visit <events.multcolib.org>. SPiLt ink Gallery Acrylic Colour Pencil Graphite Oil Pen & Ink Watercolour Pets w Holidays w Special Occasions w Just for Fun www.spiltinkgallery.com (503) 442-6427