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Jan 7,2009
Can't Sit Still Storytime
by Librarian Kate
Event Date: 01/10/2009 02:00 PM
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th St.
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th St.
Is your child always on the go? The pitter-patter of little feet just won't stop? Quiet listening not an option? Some children just can't stop moving and making noise. Our noisy and interactive program is designed just for them. For ages 3 and older with an adult. For other library storytimes, visit the library's website .
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Jan 6,2009
Indoor Active Play - Mondays at Pearl Court Activity Center
by nancy
Event Date: 01/12/2009 03:30 PM
Event Location: 1425 NW 16th
Event Location: 1425 NW 16th
Indoor Active Play on Mondays is at Pearl Court Activity Center from 3:30 - 5:00. Play starts at 3:30. At 4:45 we begin to clean up and the event ends at 5:00. Indoor Active Play is for children of all ages and their families. We'll run, make noise, play with balls, dance to music and create games. Pearl Court Activity Center's owner has kindly loaned us use of his storage room, so we're able to store toys and play items. You're welcome to bring balls, obstacle course materials, CDs of kids music and anything else that would be fun. We welcome cash donations to defray the cost of renting this space. Donations are returned to Zimmerman Community Center , which has rented the space. Pearl Court Activity Center is located at 1425 NW 16th between Pettygrove and Quimby. Free parking is available in front of the building. Heres additional information about Indoor Active Play. Indoor Active Play starts the week of October 6t
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Jan 5,2009
Indoor Active Play - Thursdays at Cami Curtis Performing Arts Center
by nancy
Event Date: 01/08/2009 10:00 AM
Event Location: 1932 W Burnside St
Event Location: 1932 W Burnside St
Indoor Active Play at Cami Curtis Performing Arts Center starts at 10:00. At 11:15 we begin to clean up and the event ends at 11:30. Indoor Active Play is for children of all ages and their families. We'll run, play, dance to music and create games. Please bring $5 cash if this is your first time at Indoor Active Play at Cami Curtis Performing Arts Center. This money covers an initial processing fee Cami Curtis has generously loaned us use of this beautiful space, which also provides an array of structured classes taught by some of the most gifted performers in the Portland area. Please see www.camicurtis.com for more information. Cami Curtis Performing Arts Center is located at 1932 W Burnside St Portland, OR 97209. Phone: 503-227-8649. Validated parking is available under the Morrison Apartment building the parking garage is accessible on SW Morrison between 19th and 20th Ave. Spaces are availa
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Jan 5,2009
Family Movie Night @ Umpqua Bank - December
by nancy
Event Date: 01/09/2009 06:30 PM
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
Please join us for a Family Movie Night hosted by Umpqua Bank and Isobel's Clubhouse . Our friends at Umpqua Bank, as part of their commitment to families in central Portland, have offered to host this event in their beautiful lobby after business hours. Please bring cozy kids (in their pajamas if you'd like) as well as sleeping bags or blankets to cushion the floor. A family friendly G rated movie will begin promptly at 6:30. If you can come early or stay late to help re-arrange the lobby and do post-party clean up, we'd really appreciate it. Please email us to indicate your interest in family movie night. If we have more requests than available spots we'll draw names to choose attendees. Everyone who responds will get an email letting them know whether or not they are on the list. We'll get back to you on 1/7/09. If you receive a spot and decide that you cannot attend, please let us know so we can offer your spot to the next family
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Jan 2,2009
Play Dough Fun at Isobel's Clubhouse
by nancy
Event Date: 01/07/2009 03:30 PM
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Join us to make play dough and then roll, cut and build with it. What will we do? I found an OMSI recipe for play dough that doesn’t require heat. So, we’re going to try that out, and use food dyes to color it. I’ll bring some cookie cutters and small rolling pins to add to the fun. As always, Wednesdays are Messy, Messy, Messy so dress appropriately or don one of our smocks. What should I bring? Materials are provided Details This event begins at 3:30. Clean up will start at 4:45 and the event will end at 5:00. Like all events at the Clubhouse, this is a parent/caregiver and child event. A parent or caregiver will need to be with the child at all times. There is no cost for this event, and donations are gladly accepted. As our space is limited, the activity is limited to a maximum of 10 children and their adults. Please remem
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Jan 2,2009
Story Time and Open Play @ Isobel's Clubhouse
by nancy
Event Date: 01/06/2009 09:30 AM
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Please join us for Story Time and Open Play What will we do? As part of open play, kids can dress up in costumes, play with toys, listen to music, play games or color with crayons. We’ll also read stories, and you’re welcome to bring a book to share. What should I bring? We have fun toys and books, and you’re always welcome to bring something to share. And please bring your fun ideas for group songs and games. Details This event begins at 9:30. Clean up will start at 11:15 and the event will end at 11:30. Like all events at the Clubhouse, this is a parent/caregiver and child event. A parent or caregiver will need to be with the child at all times. There is no cost for this event, and donations are gladly accepted. As our space is limited, the activity is limited to a maximum of 10 children and their adults. Please
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Jan 1,2009
Story Time - Green Frog Toys @ Umpqua Bank
by nancy
Event Date: 01/06/2009 06:30 PM
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
Join Green Frog Toys for a fun filled adventure! We'll be reading stories, singing songs and dancing. There will even be some puppets that join us to tell some of their life stories. Tasty (healthy) treats and juice will be provided. We hope to see you, and your kids, here!
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Dec 17,2008
Tight Times
by Librarian Kate
"Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries." Library use is up around the country. Here in Multnomah County alone more books, movies, and music are being checked out than a year ago. Haven't discovered your local library yet? Here are a few reasons libraries can help in tough economic times: FREE books, movies, and music to check out. FREE magazines and newspapers to read at the library. FREE programs. Join a book discussion group, listen to music, learn about different cultures, attend storytime with your child, or learn a new skill. Visit Multnomah County Library's events page for details. FREE resources for your business-tips and information for small businesses, websites and databases, and grant information. FREE resources for your job search-test prep, job hunting and resume books, and local and national job listings. FREE internet including WiFi. Did I mention that all of this
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Dec 17,2008
Puppet Show - Raven Steals the Sun
by Librarian Kate
Event Date: 01/03/2009 02:00 PM
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th
The world was dark and cold because the sun, moon and stars were locked in a box. Based on a Native American tale, this new play tells how Raven, the trickster, brought light and warmth to the world. Created and performed by Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre . Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. For other library events, visit the library's website .
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Dec 15,2008
Chinese Classical Garden Family Tour - Rescheduled - RSVP Required
by nancy
Event Date: 12/29/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: NW 3d and Everett
Event Location: NW 3d and Everett
<<UPDATE this tour is completely RSVP'd and we cannot accept any more reservations>> The Portland Chinese Classical Garden is offering a Childrens Tour of the Garden on December 29th at 10:00. The tour will last for 30 minutes, and then families will have the option of staying in the Garden. This tour of the winter garden will be led by the Garden's Education Director, who has experience teaching preschool and school aged children. She's excited to share the garden with the children, and plans to offer additional tours in Spring, Summer and Fall to share the seasonal garden. This event is free and open to children and the adults who care for them. Isobel's Clubhouse , through funding from Zimmerman Community Center , will pay a reduced admission for the tour. Attendees are welcome to make a donation to defray the cost. Please email us to indicate your interest in attending this tour. We'll collect all res
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