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Nov 20,2008
Thank You Cupcake Jones - November
by nancy
Lisa from Cupcake Jones gave us one more reason to be thankful this month with her arrival at Isobel's Clubhouse yesterday. She handed out chocolate and vanilla cupcakes, frosting to go with, and fondant cutouts of leaves and turkeys. Not just a simple turkey cut out, mind you, but lovingly constructed with eyes and a gobble in contrasting colors. Some of the children went for tall icing, some spread carefully (but not thinly) and others just nibbled on the turkeys with delight. You can see it all on our flickr page . While the children frosted, the adults made sure she'd be open the day after Thanksgiving (YES) and that the amazing pumpkin cupcake would still be on the menu next week (Another YES). Thank you Lisa and Cupcake Jones for providing this fun activity for kids, and for donating time and materials. We had a great time. And for those of you who missed it, mark your calendars. Lisa has volunteered to make this a monthly event
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Nov 19,2008
Thank you Nuvrei + photos
by nancy
Nuvrei gave a spectacular class on marzipan molding and decorating yesterday at Isobel's Clubhouse . Thank you to Nuvrei owners for organizing this and donating time and materials, to Lynnette and Ken for making the introduction and much appreciation for Brian F., Emi, Levi and Brian R. who gave hands on instruction and coaching to the kids. The parents had a great time as well. They enjoyed connecting with the staff, asking questions about their favorite pastries, and learning more about the special desserts Nuvrei has developed for Thanksgiving. Brian R. volunteered to take photos, and really captured the joy and focus on the kids faces. Check them out on our flickr page .
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Nov 17,2008
Indoor Active Play - Tuesdays at Pearl Court Activity Center
by nancy
Event Date: 11/18/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: 1425 NW 16th
Event Location: 1425 NW 16th
Indoor Active Play on Tuesdays is at Pearl Court Activity Center from 10:00 - 11:30. Play 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, 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. Please do bring music and toys that you'd like to share. We welcome cash donations to defray the cost of renting this space. Donations are returned to Zimmerman Community Center which generously 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 6th. We anticipate it will last th
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Nov 17,2008
Portland PTA Clothing Center needs your donations!
by Trace
The Portland Council PTA Clothing Center located at Marshall High School has already served over 600 students this year, with over 1000 volunteer hours.We served nearly 2000 students last year. The Clothing Center always needs gently used (no rips, tears or visible stains) clothing size 4T through 4X. We also take shoes, binders, back packs, PJ's, and toiletries. We are experiencing a greater need this year and are out of donations to hang on the racks. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please check your closet and drawers for clothing that your family has outgrown. We especially need warm winter coats and boy's and girl's jeans all sizes. Please consider collecting new gloves, mittens, socks and underwear at your holiday party, office, club or group meeting. Monetary donations purchase new jeans, socks and underwear for the kids in need. Monetary donations may be sent to PTA Clothing Center, c/o Jackee Duvall,2246 SE 90th Avenue, Portland 97216. A tax receipt will be mailed
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Nov 16,2008
Indoor Active Play - Mondays at Pearl Court Activity Center
by nancy
Event Date: 11/17/2008 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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Nov 13,2008
Story Time and Open Play @ Isobel's Clubhouse 11/21
by nancy
Event Date: 11/21/2008 09:30 AM
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Join us on 11/21 at 9:30 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 remember to use the bathroom before you come to the Clubhouse, as we don't h
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Nov 11,2008
Nuvrei Marzipan Class @ Isobel's Clubhouse - RSVP Required
by nancy
Event Date: 11/18/2008 04:00 PM
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
<<UPDATE - This event is full. Sadly we cannot accept any more RSVPs>> Join us for a special event with Nuvrei . This event requires an RSVP . Nuvrei bakers will teach children how to make marzipan, and how to shape and color traditional fruits and vegetables. We’ll also get to learn about their upstairs expansion and plans for making the Pearl District even sweeter. What should I bring? Materials are provided. You may want to bring an apron, or wear clothes that can get dirty. We'll be working with sticky almond dough and paints. Details The Clubhouse opens at 3:30. The event will start at 4:00, 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. As our space is l
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Nov 9,2008
2nd Annual Family Conversations - Evening
by nancy
Event Date: 11/17/2008 07:00 PM
Event Location: RSVP and we'll send the location
Event Location: RSVP and we'll send the location
Please join Central Portland Families for our second annual Family Conversations. We believe that families are good for central Portland, and that central Portland is good for families. Come help us make it even better. Bring your important issues, your ideas for the future of central Portland, and your enthusiasm for helping families from all walks of live thrive in central Portland. We'll serve refreshments, engage in conversations, enjoy our neighbors and talk about ways that we can work together. Lately we've been feeling reflective. Perhaps it's the seasons changing. Or the nearness to Thanksgiving... we have a lot to be thankful for. It could also be that Central Portland Families' one-year anniversary is fast approaching. Hard to believe that we came together for the first time in November 2007 with a couple Family Conversations, attended by thirteen families. Those grandparents and parents formed the basis for our advocacy work in the past year, and we thank them. The 20
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Nov 9,2008
2nd Annual Family Conversations - Morning
by nancy
Event Date: 11/13/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: RSVP for event location
Event Location: RSVP for event location
Please join Central Portland Families for our second annual Family Conversations. We believe that families are good for central Portland, and that central Portland is good for families. Come help us make it even better. Bring your important issues, your ideas for the future of central Portland, and your enthusiasm for helping families from all walks of live thrive in central Portland. We'll serve refreshments, engage in conversations, enjoy our neighbors and talk about ways that we can work together. Lately we've been feeling reflective. Perhaps it's the seasons changing. Or the nearness to Thanksgiving... we have a lot to be thankful for. It could also be that Central Portland Families' one-year anniversary is fast approaching. Hard to believe that we came together for the first time in November 2007 with a couple Family Conversations, attended by thirteen families. Those grandparents and parents formed the basis for our advocacy work in the past year, and we thank them. The 20
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Nov 8,2008
Messy Science Projects @ Isobel's Clubhouse
by nancy
Event Date: 11/12/2008 03:30 PM
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Event Location: Isobel's Clubhouse
Join us for messy science projects on 11/12 at 3:30. What will we do? We'll mix together common household ingredients to make flubber. 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 remember to use the bathroom before you come to the Clubhouse, as we don't have on one site. Age range This activity can be modified for all children, with parental assistance Where is the Club
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Planning
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