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Feb 29,2008
March/April Neighborhood Notes Newsletter
by pearlgirl
The March/April 2008 Neighborhood Notes Newsletter is hot off the press with a fresh new look. Color copies are being distributed to all of the Pearl condominium and apartment buildings, but we thought we'd give you a sneak peek. (There are some links in the newsletter that won't be active until Monday, F.Y.I.)
Download your copy.
Download your copy.
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Feb 29,2008
Cafe Au Play Spring into Spring Book Fair
by nancy
So, it's not in the Pearl but it's just a (free) max ride away and it looks like a lot of fun!
Cafe au Play is hosting a Spring Bookfair. Invite your friends to join us for this great event, and buy some books for bedtime stories, holiday gifts, or for that stolen moment you curl up in a cozy chair. And please be sure to mention Cafe au Play when you check out. For every purchase by a Cafe au Play supporter, we receive 10% of the purchase price (or more if sales are really good)!
Café au Play's Spectacular Spring Bookfair @ Barnes and Noble, Lloyd Center Mall, March 8th and 9th
Saturday, March 8 - 11am to 5pm
11am - Fancy Nancy Storytime - Fancy Nancy Bonjour, Butterfly by Jane O'Connor
11:30am - Barnes and Noble Café Snacktime (free Fancy Nancy Activity Kits and Bonjour Butterfly Prizes)
Noon to 3pm - Springtime Art Activity
Noon to 3pm & 4 to 5pm - Café au Play's Spectacular Spring Scavenger Hunt
3 to 4pm - Reading i
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Cafe au Play is hosting a Spring Bookfair. Invite your friends to join us for this great event, and buy some books for bedtime stories, holiday gifts, or for that stolen moment you curl up in a cozy chair. And please be sure to mention Cafe au Play when you check out. For every purchase by a Cafe au Play supporter, we receive 10% of the purchase price (or more if sales are really good)!
Café au Play's Spectacular Spring Bookfair @ Barnes and Noble, Lloyd Center Mall, March 8th and 9th
Saturday, March 8 - 11am to 5pm
11am - Fancy Nancy Storytime - Fancy Nancy Bonjour, Butterfly by Jane O'Connor
11:30am - Barnes and Noble Café Snacktime (free Fancy Nancy Activity Kits and Bonjour Butterfly Prizes)
Noon to 3pm - Springtime Art Activity
Noon to 3pm & 4 to 5pm - Café au Play's Spectacular Spring Scavenger Hunt
3 to 4pm - Reading i
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Feb 29,2008
Analysis puts Sten proposal in doubt
by shooter
Earlier today Nancy posted about how many families live in the River District , that the number is growing, and that they tend to move out before their children are 4–presumably because of the lack of family services in the district. Now the city attorney is raising red flags about Erik Sten's proposal to create a satellite URA, specifically to build a school. Is it legal for the City Council to change the "rules" of the URA game? Somehow I doubt that.
More importantly, if we have a substantial and growing number of families who already live in the River District URA why does the City Council believe it is necessary to change the rules to build a school elsewhere? The need already exists within the URA. Shouldn't the needs of the legal URA be met before the City goes down a questionable path that is likely to be undone after years of legal challenges? Think of how much time and money would be wasted.
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More importantly, if we have a substantial and growing number of families who already live in the River District URA why does the City Council believe it is necessary to change the rules to build a school elsewhere? The need already exists within the URA. Shouldn't the needs of the legal URA be met before the City goes down a questionable path that is likely to be undone after years of legal challenges? Think of how much time and money would be wasted.
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Feb 29,2008
Cool Moon scoops up PDX’s ice cream dreams
by pearlgirl
If you haven't stopped by Cool Moon and met owner Eva Bernhard, you're missing out. She's as delightful as her ice cream. Speaking of ice cream, here's a recent review from Willamette Week...
Freeze, Please
After a whole summer spent lamenting the lack of a real old-fashioned ice cream shop, Portlanders welcomed the Pearl District’s Cool Moon Ice Cream, which finally opened its doors in mid-December. Serving all-natural ice cream and sorbets, you won’t find corn sweeteners or trans fats here. Plus, the rBST-free milk and cream is from local Alpenrose Dairy. If you’ve been wondering where to find fresh ice cream—not gelato or fro-yo—look no further. This is the real stuff—an egg-based, French “custard-style” ice cream that lingers on your tongue, leaving a sweet, creamy coating on your lips, something not often achieved from eating store-bought or mass-produced ice cream.
Flavors ($2.85 per single scoop) vary according to season and whim. Recent
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Freeze, Please
After a whole summer spent lamenting the lack of a real old-fashioned ice cream shop, Portlanders welcomed the Pearl District’s Cool Moon Ice Cream, which finally opened its doors in mid-December. Serving all-natural ice cream and sorbets, you won’t find corn sweeteners or trans fats here. Plus, the rBST-free milk and cream is from local Alpenrose Dairy. If you’ve been wondering where to find fresh ice cream—not gelato or fro-yo—look no further. This is the real stuff—an egg-based, French “custard-style” ice cream that lingers on your tongue, leaving a sweet, creamy coating on your lips, something not often achieved from eating store-bought or mass-produced ice cream.
Flavors ($2.85 per single scoop) vary according to season and whim. Recent
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Feb 29,2008
Yoshida vows to appeal $2.5 million verdict
by shooter
From The Oregonian :
"Celebrity businessman Junki Yoshida says he'll appeal a more than $2.5 million jury verdict intended to punish him for his conduct toward the owner of a wine bar inside his former Pearl District gallery. Although the jury set the verdict more than a year ago, an appeal wasn't possible until a final ruling in the case came earlier this month. A jury set the damages after a December 2006 trial in Multnomah County Circuit Court in which Kathleen Toynbee, owner of the former Portland Palate, accused Yoshida of wrongfully forcing her out and setting up his own eatery in her place. The jury's verdict included smaller amounts for conversion, breach of contract and intentional infliction of emotional distress, along with $2.25 million in punitive damages. The court has not yet decided whether Yoshida will have to pay about $600,000 for Toynbee's attorneys fees, said her lawyer Mick Seidl." Read the full story here...
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"Celebrity businessman Junki Yoshida says he'll appeal a more than $2.5 million jury verdict intended to punish him for his conduct toward the owner of a wine bar inside his former Pearl District gallery. Although the jury set the verdict more than a year ago, an appeal wasn't possible until a final ruling in the case came earlier this month. A jury set the damages after a December 2006 trial in Multnomah County Circuit Court in which Kathleen Toynbee, owner of the former Portland Palate, accused Yoshida of wrongfully forcing her out and setting up his own eatery in her place. The jury's verdict included smaller amounts for conversion, breach of contract and intentional infliction of emotional distress, along with $2.25 million in punitive damages. The court has not yet decided whether Yoshida will have to pay about $600,000 for Toynbee's attorneys fees, said her lawyer Mick Seidl." Read the full story here...
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Feb 28,2008
Statistics on Kids in the River District
by nancy
As part of our advocacy for families that live, work, learn and play in central Portland, we've been searching for factual as well as anecdotal information. Zimmerman Community Center just sent a document that contains useful facts and figures about the River District gleaned from research that they commissioned. Here it is, for those of you who are curious.
A recent study by Portland State University estimates that over 250 children currently live in the River District. Zimmerman Community Center’s survey of River District residential buildings suggests this figure may be an undercount.
ZCC’s survey of River District residential buildings identified at least 30 apartment and condo buildings in the area where children are verified to live.
The number of children residing in the River District is increasing:
o The number of River District Children enrolled in Portland Public Schools has increased by at least 20% a year over the past few years.
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A recent study by Portland State University estimates that over 250 children currently live in the River District. Zimmerman Community Center’s survey of River District residential buildings suggests this figure may be an undercount.
ZCC’s survey of River District residential buildings identified at least 30 apartment and condo buildings in the area where children are verified to live.
The number of children residing in the River District is increasing:
o The number of River District Children enrolled in Portland Public Schools has increased by at least 20% a year over the past few years.
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Feb 28,2008
LEAP YEAR SALE at Nolita
by pearlgirl
20% OFF THE ENTIRE STORE
One day only!
Friday, February 29th, 2008
Sale includes lots of new arrivals!
We're open 10am-6pm for the Leap Year Sale.
CLICK HERE to read our new store blog!
HOLLA BACK: nolitaportland@hotmail.com
Nolita
923 NW 10th Avenue
Portland OR 97209
503.274.7114 p
One day only!
Friday, February 29th, 2008
Sale includes lots of new arrivals!
We're open 10am-6pm for the Leap Year Sale.
CLICK HERE to read our new store blog!
HOLLA BACK: nolitaportland@hotmail.com
Nolita
923 NW 10th Avenue
Portland OR 97209
503.274.7114 p
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Feb 28,2008
One door opens, another closes...
by shooter
Albea Iris has open its doors in the Pearl. It's located in the space last occupied by Gari, 318 NW 11th Ave.
Here's how Albea describes itself on its website :
"Originally started as a business overseas throughout Hong Kong, China, Korea, and Japan for contemporary furniture specializing in the entertainment, restaurant and hotel industries, Albea Iris now offers it’s products to the U.S. We currently manufacture a small line of unique styles in living room, dining room and accessories. We also carry other brands and affiliates.
In the nearest of futures, our line will continuously change, grow and expand. Our mission is customer satisfaction in each and everyone of our products and to know that quality is paramount. The way we do home furnishings will create new atmosphere in each home. Because Albea Iris, is the art of life. Captivate your home."
Welcome to the neighborhood Albea!
We must say good bye to Po
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Here's how Albea describes itself on its website :
"Originally started as a business overseas throughout Hong Kong, China, Korea, and Japan for contemporary furniture specializing in the entertainment, restaurant and hotel industries, Albea Iris now offers it’s products to the U.S. We currently manufacture a small line of unique styles in living room, dining room and accessories. We also carry other brands and affiliates.
In the nearest of futures, our line will continuously change, grow and expand. Our mission is customer satisfaction in each and everyone of our products and to know that quality is paramount. The way we do home furnishings will create new atmosphere in each home. Because Albea Iris, is the art of life. Captivate your home."
Welcome to the neighborhood Albea!
We must say good bye to Po
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Feb 28,2008
Hip brewpub fills space of defunct autobody shop
by shooter
I met Kevin from Deschutes the other night at the PDBA meeting. The construction is progressing nicely with an anticipated May 2nd opening date. The brewmaster is scheduled to start brewing on site soon so that they have beer brewed on site for the grand opening.
MMMMMMM, Beeeeeeeeeer. Mirror Pond Ale, Black Butte Porter, Obsidian Stout. AAAAHHHHH!
From the Portland Business Journal :
The Pearl District has an unusually retro addition -- a grain silo. Installed a few weeks ago atop the former Jim Stevens Armory Autoworks, the grain silo will serve an entirely modern purpose: grain storage for the Portland edition of the Deschutes Brewery & Public House, which is expected to open in the former car repair shop in early May. The new brewpub is under construction at Northwest Davis Street and 11th Avenue, one block north of the Gerding Theater. The Jim Stevens autobody business closed about a year ago when an affiliate of Gerding Ed
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MMMMMMM, Beeeeeeeeeer. Mirror Pond Ale, Black Butte Porter, Obsidian Stout. AAAAHHHHH!
From the Portland Business Journal :
The Pearl District has an unusually retro addition -- a grain silo. Installed a few weeks ago atop the former Jim Stevens Armory Autoworks, the grain silo will serve an entirely modern purpose: grain storage for the Portland edition of the Deschutes Brewery & Public House, which is expected to open in the former car repair shop in early May. The new brewpub is under construction at Northwest Davis Street and 11th Avenue, one block north of the Gerding Theater. The Jim Stevens autobody business closed about a year ago when an affiliate of Gerding Ed
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Feb 27,2008
Saturday Fun in the Central City
by nancy
Urban Mama's Weekend Warriors post has a list of great events for kids in the central city this Saturday.
Wild in the City: Ross Island Blue Heron Colony Watch Walk the East Bank Esplanade with naturalist Mike Houck to view the great blue herons rebuilding their nest, going through courtship, and preparing to lay eggs. Registration is required for this 3.5 mile out and back walk (stroller accessible). 9:00 am-noon.
REI Summer Camp Fair Get your kids outside this summer! The Audubon Society, Community Cycling Center, TrackersNW and more will be on-hand at REI Portland showcasing their summer camps. Hourly hands-on activities in nature awareness and education. During the event, kids can also climb free on REI's climbing pinnacle. 10:00 am-3:00 pm.
Portland Saturday Market The weekend craft market kicks off its 2008 season with lots of live entertainment and kids activities, including making instruments out of recycled materials for the 11:00 am
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Wild in the City: Ross Island Blue Heron Colony Watch Walk the East Bank Esplanade with naturalist Mike Houck to view the great blue herons rebuilding their nest, going through courtship, and preparing to lay eggs. Registration is required for this 3.5 mile out and back walk (stroller accessible). 9:00 am-noon.
REI Summer Camp Fair Get your kids outside this summer! The Audubon Society, Community Cycling Center, TrackersNW and more will be on-hand at REI Portland showcasing their summer camps. Hourly hands-on activities in nature awareness and education. During the event, kids can also climb free on REI's climbing pinnacle. 10:00 am-3:00 pm.
Portland Saturday Market The weekend craft market kicks off its 2008 season with lots of live entertainment and kids activities, including making instruments out of recycled materials for the 11:00 am
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