May 1, 2017
Community
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scholars. Wanna Prayukvong, an associate professor at Mahidol
University in Nakon Sawan, Thailand, presents “A Buddhist
Economics Approach to Gender Issues: A Medium Business from
Thailand,” and Jian Liu, an associate professor of urban planning
and design at Tsinghua University’s School of Architecture in
China, presents “The Impacts of Urban-Rural Dual System on
Spatial Development: Can Rural China be Regenerated Through
Planning?” For info, call (971) 722-6111 or visit <www.pcc.edu>.
This issue’s
Community
Calendar
is brought
to you by:
OAME luncheon and tradeshow
Through May 29 (Tue-Sun), 9:30am-5:30pm, Oregon Museum
of Science & Industry (1945 SE Water Ave, Portland). View “Art
of the Brick,” a 12,000-square-foot exhibit featuring large-scale
sculptures created exclusively out of LEGO toy building blocks by
artist Nathan Sawaya. The display also includes hands-on
activities, demonstrations, challenges, and more. For info, call
(503) 797-4000 or visit <www.omsi.edu>.
May 11, 10am-noon & 1:30-3pm (tradeshow), noon-1:30pm
(luncheon), Oregon Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D (777 NE
Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland). Attend the annual
Luncheon & Tradeshow of the Oregon Association of Minority
Entrepreneurs (OAME). The event is designed to help businesses
increase networking with minority-owned companies,
government agencies, and others while sampling their diverse
products and services. The tradeshow is closed from noon to
1:30pm during the luncheon. For info, or to register, call (503)
249-7744 or visit <www.oame.org>.
“Yellow Terror”
“Growing Together From Shared Roots”
“Art of the Brick”
Through July 16, 11am-3pm (Tue-Sat), noon-3pm (Sun),
Oregon Nikkei Legacy Center (121 NW Second Ave, Portland).
View “Yellow Terror: The Collections and Paintings of Roger
Shimomura,” an exhibit of Shimomura’s paintings — which
challenge the role of media and material culture in defining the
American norm — as well as his collection of memorabilia and
objects depicting racial stereotypes of Asians and Asian
Americans accumulated during the last 20 years. For info, call
(503) 224-1458 or visit <www.oregonnikkei.org>.
“Terracotta Warriors
of the First Emperor”
Through Sep 4, 10am-5pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-6pm (Sat-Sun),
Pacific Science Center (200 Second Ave N, Seattle). View
“Terracotta Warriors of the First Emperor,” an exhibit that
includes 10 original life-size statues from the terracotta army —
created 2,200 years ago and consisting of 6,000 life-sized soldiers,
horses, chariots, bowmen, and archers standing guard at the
tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuang in a 20-square-mile burial
compound — and more than 100 original objects and artifacts
from the first imperial dynasty of China, on loan from the
People’s Republic of China. In addition to original objects, the
exhibit features hands-on science learning through a series of
interactive and immersive experiences. For info, call (206)
443-2001 or visit <www.pacificsciencecenter.org>.
“We Are the Ocean: An Indigenous
Response to Climate Change”
Through Nov 12 (Tue-Sun), 10am-5pm, Wing Luke Museum
of the Asian Pacific American Experience (719 S King St,
Seattle). View “We Are the Ocean: An Indigenous Response to
Climate Change” and explore how indigenous communities are
responding to the ways climate change is affecting their waters
and lives: temperatures rising, islands gradually disappearing
due to rising waters, coral reefs slowly dying, storms increasing
both in frequency and strength, and more. The stories represent
people who live in Guam, Pohnpei, Yap, Tonga, Hawai‘i, Alaska,
and elsewhere. For info, call (206) 623-5124 or visit <www.
wingluke.org>.
“U.S. Government: Foundations,
Democracy, and Politics”
May 1-June 5 (Mon), 5:30-7pm, Woodstock Library (6008 SE
49th Ave, Portland). Attend “U.S. Government: Foundations,
Democracy, and Politics,” which, over five sessions, completes
Purdue University’s online “American Government 101” class.
Together with a facilitator and other learners, participants learn
about the foundations and principles of the U.S. government,
different political beliefs and behaviors, political parties, and
more. There is no class scheduled on May 29. For info, or to
register (required), call (503) 988-5123 or visit <events.
multcolib.org>.
Adult High School Diploma Program
May 2, 6:30-7:30pm, Capitol Hill Library (10723 SW Capitol
Hwy, Portland). Learn about the Adult High School Diploma
(AHSD) Program at Mt. Hood Community College. The program
is designed for students residing in Oregon or southwest
Washington, who are 16 years of age or older and would like to
earn a high school diploma by taking high school or college
classes. For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5123 or
visit <events.multcolib.org>.
Rudy Maxa’s World
May 3, 11pm-midnight; repeats May 5, 4-5am; Oregon Public
Broadcasting (OPB). Watch “Escape to French Polynesia,” an
episode of Rudy Maxa’s World exploring the rich sea life and
vibrant culture of Tahiti, Bora Bora, and other atolls and islands.
To verify showtimes, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>.
To learn more, visit <www.rudymaxa.com>.
I Am Jane Doe
May 4, 5:30pm, Kiggins Theatre (1011 Main St, Vancouver,
Wash.). Watch a screening of I Am Jane Doe, a documentary
chronicling the epic battle that several American mothers are
waging on behalf of their underage daughters who were bought
and sold for sex on backpage.com, the adult classifieds section
that for years was part of the iconic Village Voice. A panel
discussion about the impact of child sex trafficking in Clark
County and across the United States is held after the screening.
For info, or to obtain showtimes, call (360) 816-0352 or visit
<www.kigginstheatre.com>.
“The New Civil Rights & Global Justice”
May 4, 7pm, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall (1037 SW Broad-
way, Portland). Attend “The New Civil Rights & Global Justice,”
a talk by journalist and civil-rights activist Shaun King held as
part of the World Affairs Council of Oregon’s 2017 International
Speaker Series. The subject of the next lecture in the series is
“Understanding China” (June 6). For info, call (503) 306-5252 or
visit <www.worldoregon.org>. To buy tickets, call (503) 248-4335
or visit <www.portland5.com>.
YELLOW TERROR. “Yellow Terror: The Collections and Paintings
of Roger Shimomura,” an exhibit of Shimomura’s paintings — which
challenge the role of media and material culture in defining the American
norm — as well as his collection of memorabilia and objects depicting
racial stereotypes of Asians and Asian Americans accumulated during the
last 20 years, is on view through July 16 at the Oregon Nikkei Legacy
Center. Items on display include “Slap a Jap” postcards, ornate “Orien-
tal” salt-and-pepper shakers, vintage Halloween masks, a dartboard
(pictured), and more. (AR Photo)
Permit planning for
residential homeowners
May 4, 11, 18 & 25, 5-8pm, City of Portland, Bureau of
Development Services (1900 SW Fourth Ave, Portland).
Homeowners in Portland are invited to attend an evening focused
on permit planning for residential homeowners only. The event
features staff from the Bureau of Development Services
answering questions about the permitting process, helping
homeowners understand which project plans and documents are
required, and identifying the necessary permits for a successful
project. For info, call (503) 823-7300, e-mail <bds@portland
oregon.gov>, or visit <www.portlandoregon.gov/BDS/Residential
PermitNight>.
Free citizenship classes
May 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:30am-noon, Midland Library (805 SE
122nd Ave, Portland). Learn about the process of becoming a U.S.
citizen and prepare for the citizenship interview at free classes
taught in English by Goodwill instructors. Participants learn
about U.S. history and government. For info, call (503) 988-5123
or visit <events.multcolib.org>.
OPB open house
May 6, 11am-3pm, Oregon Public Broadcasting Studio (7140
SW Macadam Ave, Portland). Attend the Oregon Public
Broadcasting (OPB) open house to meet OPB television and radio
personalities, tour the studios, snap a picture with Daniel Tiger,
enjoy refreshments, win prizes, and more. For info, call (503)
293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org/openhouse>.
“Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties”
May 6, 7-7:30pm, Oregon Public Broadcasting Plus (OPB
Plus). Tune in to “Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties,” an episode
of America’s Test Kitchen From Cook’s Illustrated focusing on
“Crispy Salt and Pepper Shrimp” and “Vietnamese-Style
Caramel Chicken with Broccoli.” To verify showtime, call (503)
293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>.
Spring cleaning & recycling
May 6, 13 & 20, 9am-1pm; May 6 & 13, Washougal Transfer
Station (4020 S Grant St, Washougal); May 20, Battle Ground
High School (300 W Main St, Battle Ground, Wash.). Clark
County residents are invited to bring unwanted block foam,
electronic equipment, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners,
scrap metal, and up to five tires without rims to a spring cleaning
and recycling event. Business waste and household hazardous
waste are not accepted. For info, call (360) 397-2121, ext. 4352, or
visit <www.clark.wa.gov/hhw> or <www.recyclingA-Z.com>.
Bonamici spring town hall meeting
May 7, 11am, Lincoln High School, Gymnasium (1600 SW
Salmon St, Portland). Attend a spring town hall meeting with
Oregon congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, whose district
includes Washington, Yamhill, Clatsop, and Columbia counties,
as well as part of Multnomah County. Bonamici provides an
update on her work in congress and takes questions from
residents at the event. For info, call (503) 469-6010 or visit
<www.bonamici.house.gov>.
PPS budget forum
May 9, 5-6pm, Blanchard Education Service Center (501 N
Dixon St, Portland). Attend a budget forum for Portland Public
Schools (PPS) to give voice to opinions and hear comments of
others on the proposed budget dictating how the district should
allocate funds in the coming year. For info, or to sign up in
advance to speak at the forum, call (503) 916-3741. To send
comments electronically, e-mail <schoolboard@pps.net>.
“Bay Area’s Pacific Rim Cuisine”
May 9, 5:30-6pm, Oregon Public Broadcasting Plus (OPB
Plus). Watch “Bay Area’s Pacific Rim Cuisine,” an episode of
Lucky Chow highlighting Olivia Wu, the designer of the original
Asian restaurant concepts on the Google “campus.” To verify
showtime, call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>.
Fulbright scholars at PCC
May 10 & 17; May 10, 11am, Portland Community College
(PCC) Sylvania Campus, Little Theatre (12000 SW 49th Ave,
Portland); May 17, 6pm, PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 9,
Event Center (17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland). Listen to
talks by two Portland Community College visiting Fulbright
May 11, 5:30-9pm, The Nines (525 SW Morrison St, Portland).
Attend “Growing Together From Shared Roots: Inside the
Merger of The Standard and Meiji Yasuda,” a talk by Minoru
Wakabayashi about changes in the global insurance market, the
many cultural similarities between the two companies, and the
process leading up to the merger (6:10 to 6:55pm). Ulrike
Schaede, director of the Japan Forum for Innovation and Tech-
nology at the University of California, San Diego, follows with a
presentation on strategic repositioning and the recent merger
and acquisition activities of large Japanese companies (7:00 to
7:45pm). Both talks include question-and-answer sessions. The
evening finishes with a reception (7:45 to 9:00pm). For info, or to
register, call (503) 552-8811 or e-mail <info@jaso.org>.
“Welcoming Beaverton” mini-grants
May 12 (application deadline). Beaverton residents are
invited to apply for 2017 “Welcoming Beaverton” mini-grants.
Grants of up to $500 are awarded for small, community-driven
projects designed to bring together immigrants and
non-immigrants. Grant-funded activities take place in Beaverton
during “Welcoming Week,” which runs from September 15 to 24,
2017. For info, or to apply, call (503) 526-2222 or visit
<www.beavertonoregon.gov/WelcomingBeaverton>.
“Racial Wealth Gap: Hidden
Costs / Visible Solutions”
May 12, 12:15-1:15pm, Sentinel Hotel (614 SW 11th Ave,
Portland). Attend “Racial Wealth Gap: Hidden Costs / Visible
Solutions,” a Friday Forum event of the City Club of Portland
featuring Thomas Shapiro and Rev. DeForest Soaries, who
discuss how the lack of family assets along with continuing racial
discrimination in crucial areas such as homeownership
dramatically impact the everyday lives of many black families.
The speakers also present visible solutions developed by
communities in need. The event is held as part of the “We Call
This Home: Wealth, Home Ownership, and Race” series. For info,
or to register, call (503) 228-7231 or visit <www.pdxcityclub.org>.
Broadway Street Festival vendor search
May 12, 5pm (application deadline). The City of Beaverton is
currently accepting applications for food, craft, and merchandise
vendors to participate in the annual Broadway Street Festival,
scheduled for June 24 from 3:00pm to 8:00pm in downtown
Beaverton. The family-friendly event allows participants an
opportunity to experience the history, uniqueness, and vibrancy
of Beaverton’s downtown core. For info, or to obtain an applica-
tion, call (503) 526-2222 or visit <www.beavertonoregon.gov>.
College Placement Test preparation
May 13, 10-11am, Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave,
Portland). Prepare for the College Placement Test (CPT) at a
session for teens and adults featuring hands-on, multimedia
engagement with the CPT material. For info, call (503) 988-5123
or visit <events.multcolib.org>.
College financial aid workshop
May 13, 11:30am-1pm, Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave,
Portland). Teens and adults are invited to attend a workshop to
learn about applying for financial aid for college with
representatives from Mt. Hood Community College. The event
offers information about and help with completing the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) — a document that
determines eligibility for grants, loans, work study, and some
scholarships — and the Oregon Student Aid Application
(ORSAA), a document that accesses state aid and is a source of
college funding for those who are not eligible to fill out the
FAFSA. For info, call (503) 988-5123 or visit <events.multcolib.
org>.
“Citizen Advocacy 101”
May 13, 3-4:30pm, Woodstock Library (6008 SE 49th Ave,
Portland). Attend “Citizen Advocacy 101: We Can Make Change
Happen,” a class designed to teach strategies for making changes
at the local, state, or federal level. Topics include information and
misinformation, examples of successful advocacy, choosing
battles, getting heard, and “tracking” civic and political issues.
For info, or to register (required), call (503) 988-5123 or visit
<events.multcolib.org>.
Cruising the Three Gorges
May 16, 8-9pm; repeats May 18, midnight-1am; Oregon
Public Broadcasting Plus (OPB Plus). Watch Cruising the Three
Gorges, a documentary following two American travellers as they
cruise the Three Gorges along the Yangtze River — the longest
river in Asia — to visit scenic spots, meet artisans, sample Tujia
cuisine, and view cultural performances. To verify showtimes,
call (503) 293-1982 or visit <www.opb.org>.
OCAPIA public meeting
May 17, 9:30am-noon, Oregon State Bar, Sandy Meeting
Room (16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd, Tigard, Ore.). Attend a
public meeting of the Oregon Commission on Asian and Pacific
Islander Affairs (OCAPIA). For info, call (503) 302-9725.