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Dec 2,2008

Local Chef Dishes It Up on Martha Stewart Show

by pearlgirl
23_mysterychef_lgl On Thursday, December 4 at 11 a.m., a local Portland chef will appear live on the Martha Stewart Show . He'll join Martha in the kitchen to prepare two recipes from his new cookbook, including a holiday dish of roast duck with cherries and savory bread pudding. Still don't know who it is? Find out here .  
Dec 2,2008

Notes of Interest » December 1, 2008

by pearlgirl
6a00d8341c86d053ef010536274c9c970b-300wi Brian Libby is a mindreader. I've wanted to peek inside Hakoya Lofts on North Williams for a while now, and he published an article about it yesterday on Portland Architecture . It's definitely a 'note of interest' and we hope you enjoy it. photo: Brian Libby
Dec 1,2008

Portland Neighborhood Holiday Event Guide

by pearlgirl
Grinch Festive much? If not, force yourself—the time has come to ring in the holidays. And, there is no better place to do the deed than a neighborhood near you. Portland's 95 neighborhoods share a bounty of holiday events. Get out there and enjoy them! We'll update this list each week through the holidays, so if we missed something please send it to events@neighborhoodnotes.com .     The Pittock Mansion Presents: 'Twas the Night before Christmas . . . in Oregon Event Date: November 24-December 31, 11:00 AM
Event Location: Pittock Mansion, 3229 NW Pittock Drive Neighborhood:  Hillside   Clement Clark Moore's classic, "The Night before Christmas," provides the delightful theme for this year's holiday celebration at Portland's historic Pittock Mansion . Each of the mansion's 23 rooms will reflect a verse from the familiar 1823 children's poem. Holiday season at the Pittock - when the early-20th-century home is elaborately decor
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Dec 1,2008

Posada Milagro

by pearlgirl
Event Date: 12/14/2008 01:00 PM
Event Location: Milagro Theatre, 425 SE 6th Ave
webDSC_5162 Miracle Theatre Group invites the whole family to enjoy the Posada Milagro, to be celebrated Sunday, December 14th between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at El Centro Milagro (525 S.E. Stark St., Portland). This community celebration filled with Latin American traditions reflects upon the journey of Mary and Joseph in their search for refuge and is day of fun for the whole family! Again this year, a select group of community artists will gather to present an unforgettable event in which youth actors - together with members of the Teatro Español ensemble - will present a pastorela called "Si ayer fuera hoy" (If yesterday were today) Angel Ignacio Gonzalez Rocha of Mexico City and directed by Omar Vargas. The afternoon's entertainment will also include feature music, dance, Ballet Papalotl, Photo by Stephanie Davisas well as arts and crafts workshops, a piñata and, of course, delicious traditional foods. Due to past years' overwhelming demand, this year's celebration will
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Dec 1,2008

Health Notes » A Gift for Caregivers

by pearlgirl
christmas-box The holiday season may be more stressful and less joyful for many family caregivers. Because caregivers are often overwhelmed with the responsibilities of caring for a chronically ill loved one, the holiday season may seem like one more difficult hurdle to overcome. Following are some suggestions that may help make the holidays more enjoyable for the caregiver as well as for the care receiver. Be clear about your limits Let family members know that your caregiving duties keep you very busy and that you have limited energy for holiday gatherings and need to set limits on your involvement. Open and honest communication about the realities of the caregiving situation you face offers others the opportunity to respond with assistance. Accept that holiday traditions may change Caregivers often have to adapt their traditional role or experience of the holidays. Choose which events to host or attend based on which would be the simplest, least exhausting and most enjoyable for the
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Dec 1,2008

Holiday Shopping in Portland Neighborhoods » Update 12/1

by pearlgirl
holidayshopping If you're a fan of shopping locally, you'll love the abundance of shopping events planned in Portland neighborhoods. There are large group events sponsored by local business associations and artisans, in addition to events hosted by individual businesses. This list is updated weekly until Christmas, so you'll know where to find the best shopping options in a neighborhood near you. And, if we've missed an event, please send it to events@neighborhoodnotes.com .   Group Holiday Shopping Events   December 1, Kenton ***new listing***
Kwanzaa Gallery Exhibit and Marketplace    December 1–7, Sellwood Moreland ***new listing***
Decemberville: A week of the best holiday deals in town!   December 1–31, Pearl District  Holiday Big Reveal Specials and Programs
  December 2, Downtown
2008 Downtown Holiday Artisans Fair - Handmade NW
  December 3, Kerns
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Nov 30,2008

Twilight Winter Art Sale at The 100th Monkey Studio

by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 12/06/2008 05:30 PM
Event Location: The 100th Monkey Studio, 110 SE 16th Ave
monkey Looking for unique gifts for the winter holidays? Look no further! Bring a friend or loved one to this holiday event! Door prizes, sweets & treats! Original art, jewelry, confections and more! All ages!

Time: 5:30-9:30pm

Cost: FREE

For more information: (503)232-3457 www.the100thmonkeystudio.com
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Nov 30,2008

1st Friday Art Opening at The 100th Monkey Studio

by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 12/05/2008 06:00 PM
Event Location: The 100th Monkey Studio, 110 SE 16th Ave
monkey Two Shows in one month! In the Lounge Gallery and Main Gallery spaces: Hope
Showing in the Center Gallery: HIV/AIDS.
All ages! Time: 6-9pm Cost: FREE For more information: (503)232-3457 www.the100thmonkeystudio.com
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Nov 30,2008

Diabetes Art Therapy Support Group for Kids at The 100th Monkey Studio

by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 12/18/2008 06:30 PM
Event Location: The 100th Monkey Studio, 110 SE 16th Ave
monkey This group furnishes older kids with the opportunity to be role-models/mentors to younger children newly diagnosed. Younger participants will see hope in their stories. The Diabetes support groups are led by a Master's Level Art Therapist. Groups will be structured with a check-in time, a short art directive and time for members to process and discuss art created. Each week the group will be led using an art therapy experiential to explore feelings and struggles using a specific directive that will serve as a vehicle for group conversation. Some topics addressed in this group include when participants first were diagnosed, needles, family support and tips for managing in our busy world. A healthy snack will be available. A parental support group coincides with this meeting time. Ages 5-11.

Time: 6:30-7:45pm

Cost: $15

For more information: (503)232-3457 www.the100thmonkeystudio.com
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Nov 30,2008

Winter Holidays and the New Year- No School Art Day at The 100th Monkey Studio

by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 12/23/2008 09:00 AM
Event Location: The 100th Monkey Studio, 110 SE 16th Ave
monkey In this two-day no-school workshop, youth artists will honor winter holidays celebrated around the world and create meaningful art projects that might be used as gifts or to decorate the home. Ages 6 and up.

Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec 23 & 24

Time: 9am-3pm

Cost: $55 per day

For more information: (503)232-3457 www.the100thmonkeystudio.com
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General Meetings
7:00–9:00 pm, 2nd Thursday of the month
Buckman Elementary School (library or cafeteria)
320 SE 16th Avenue

Board Meetings
6:00–7:15pm, 1st Thursday of the month
Buckman Elementary School (library or cafeteria)
320 SE 16th Avenue