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Portland Downtown Elections
Students Have Plans for Lincoln
Learn How the NWDA Remand Affects You
NINA Elections & Columbia River Crossing
Pooches in the Pearl
Grand Works NW Art Festival
Sylvan Highlands Weed Walk
NW Examiner Community Awards
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 May 2010
Dear Neighbor,

Greetings! The sun is shining, and so are we at Neighbors West-Northwest. Are you interested in helping us harness this sunlight to turn it into energy savings for our neighbors?  Conversations have begun to start planning a solar bulk-purchasing program for the NWNW coalition. If you're interested in potentially volunteering for this project contact Alison at NWNW.

Portland Downtown Annual Board Elections

Portland Downtown Neighborhood Association (PDNA) will hold its annual board elections. PDNA is looking for talented, articulate folks who will roll up their sleeves and work on the diverse issues that affect this neighborhood. Homeowners, business owners, residents, workers and even students can step up to serve. Participate in the elections and listen to a presentation on "Health in the City". If you would like to run for the board, please submit a one-paragraph bio to Mary Vogel.

Elections & Annual Meeting Date & Time: Monday, May 17, 7:00 PM
Location: Loaves and Fishes, 1032 SW Main St.
Lincoln High School Planning Workshop

Lincoln Collage
The Lincoln High School urban planning class, an innovative new course introduced this year, invites you to a community meeting regarding the future of Lincoln. Students are designing a plan that outlines their vision for the school, and want to incorporate your ideas and opinions into their proposal.  Students from the urban planning class and principal Peyton Chapman will be present. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. For more information, contact Louis Wheatley.

Date & Time: Wednesday, May 19, 5:30 PM
Location: Lincoln High School, Room 135, 1600 SW Salmon Street
NWDA Remand Informational Open House

Your property could be affected by changes to the Northwest District Plan that will impact zoning codes and transportation. Learn more about proposed changes and what this means for your neighborhood by attending this open house provided by the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
. To learn more visit the BPS website.

Date & Time: Wednesday, May 19, 6:30-8:00 PM
Location: Wistar Morris Conference Room, Good Samaritan Hospital,   
                  1015 NW 22nd Avenue
NINA Elections & Annual Meeting

Join your business neighbors to elect the next NINA board and learn more about the Columbia River Crossing. Interstate 5 links to markets in Canada and links two of the region's largest cities, Portland and Vancouver, B.C. The I-5 Columbia River Crossing (CRC) project has moved forward in the past year. The project's designs have been refined based on technical analysis and recommendations from advisory committees. At this event, NINA members will hear the latest developments and about next steps. For more information, contact the NINA board.

Date:  Wednesday, May 19
Time: 11:00-11:30 AM - Registration and Networking
            11:30 AM-1:00 PM - Lunch & Program
Place: MacTarnahan's Taproom, 2730 NW 31st Ave.
Cost:   $25 per person
RSVP: Send RSVP to Angela Southwick by Friday, May 14
Pooches in the Pearl

Pearl District dogs and owners are invited for Pooches in the    Pearla day of doggie education sponsored by the Pearl District Neighborhood Association and supported by local businesses. The event is an educational and social opportunity to gather and learn about vaccinations, dog socialization, pet stations, and local businesses. All dogs must be leashed and accompanied to participate.  

Date & Time: Saturday, May 22
  1:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: The Encore, NW 10th & Overton
Grand Works Northwest Art Festival

Come celebrate creativity in aging at the Grand Works Northwest Art Festival. This is your chance to appreciate an unprecedented collection of accomplished elder artists. There's something for everyone!
  • Renowned regional artists.
  • Crafts & specialty foods
  • Unique entertainment
  • Special guest Amy Gorman, author, "Aging Artfully"
  • Activities for children & families
Date & Location: Saturday, May 22, 10 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: The Mark Building, 1119 SW Park Avenue


Find more information online. This event is co-sponsored by Elders in Action and the Geezer Gallery. It received funding from Neighbors West-Northwest and the Office of Neighborhood Association through the Neighborhood Small Grant Program.
Sylvan-Highlands Weed Walk
Garlic Mustard
Come one and all to the Sylvan-Highlands Invasive Weed Walk. Extend an invitation to your neighbors to join Sylvan-Highlands volunteers and Hoyt Arboretum Curator, Martin Nicholson on an easy walk through the Arboretum grounds to learn about weed species and how to prevent them. Check out the Sylvan-Highlands website for more information. RSVP required.


Date & Location:
Sat., May 22, 9:30 AM
Location: Hoyt Arboretum Visitor's Center, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd.


Other Sylvan-Highlands events are coming up, including the Youth Bike Fair on Saturday, June 19. More information can be found online. Many Sylvan-Highlands events this year
received funding from Neighbors West-Northwest and the Office of Neighborhood Association through the Neighborhood Small Grant Program.
NW Examiner Community Awards

You're invited to attend the 2010 NW Examiner Community Awards reception. Come celebrate twelve individuals who give selflessly to our community. Featuring live music, plus light appetizers and dessert. For more information contact Ginger Burke.

Date & Time: Saturday, May 22, 6:30 PM
Location: Saint Patrick Catholic Church, 1623 NW 19th Ave.

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