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West- Northwest Coalition promotes direct participation in grassroots democracy
by supporting community efforts at the neighborhood level. Our services advance
the voices of our constituent Neighborhood Associations as they strive to
create livable, sustainable & equitable communities.
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Activist e-News
April 2011 |
Greetings Neighbors,
Spring has sprung, and our neighborhoods are busier than ever! In the following articles you'll find ways to get involved, and see what your neighbors are doing to make the neighborhoods you live in more livable for all. Make sure to take a moment to click on some of the links in the lower left to read Oregonian stories about some of Neighbors West-Northwest's committed board members.
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Two Clean-Ups This Weekend and More Coming!
 It's time for spring cleaning of your neighborhood! We at Neighbors West-Northwest love to see neighbors working together, and that's what neighborhood clean-ups are all about. Six of our twelve neighborhoods are holding neighborhood clean-ups this year. Jump on board and volunteer at one or more of the events listed below.
Forest Park Neighborhood Litter Clean-Up and Garlic Mustard Removal
Saturday, April 16th
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Meet at the intersection of NW Skyline Blvd and NW Germantown Rd.
To register for this event, click the Register Now link here.
Sylvan-Highlands Litter Clean-Up
Saturday, April 16th
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Meet at the Starbucks at 1850 SW Skyline
To register for this event, click the Register Now link here.
Linnton Neighborhood Association Clean-Up
Friday, April 22nd
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Meet at Ma Olsen Park on the west side of Hwy 30 at NW 107th
Contact Shawn Looney to get involved.
Pearl District Polish the Pearl
Saturday, April 30th
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Meet at Tanner Springs Park
To register for this event, click the Register Now link here.
Hillside Neighborhood Association Household Collection Event
Saturday, May 14th
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bring items too big for your trash collection, reusable goods for community warehouse and excess yard debris. $5 donation requested per load.
In front of 653 NW Culpepper Terrace
Contact Gary Berger to volunteer.
Northwest District Association Clean-Up
Saturday, May 14th
Stay tuned for more details on the NWDA website.
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Pearl District Livability Committee Location Change
Please note that the Pearl District Livability Committee meeting scheduled Monday, April 18th at 5:30 p.m. has changed locations. They will now meet at 710 NW 14th Avenue on the 2nd Floor in the "Knighton Room".
From time to time, neighborhood meeting details change after publication in the Neighborhood Activist. Stay up-to-date with neighborhood meeting details on our online calendar. Each month's online calendar is updated by the 20th of the previous month and as we receive new information from neighborhood volunteers.
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Washington Park Alliance Neighborhood Workshop
Neighbors in Arlington Heights and Sylvan-Highlands are welcome to join the Washington Park Alliance on Wednesday, April 27th from 6:30-8:30 PM at the Oregon Zoo. This public forum will address Oregon Zoo bond expenditures and future parking and traffic concerns impacting these neighborhoods. For more information, contact Marcia Sinclair from the Oregon Zoo.
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NWNW Fundraiser Performance
Reasons to Be Pretty
Join us for a special fundraising preview performance of Reasons to Be Pretty by Neil La Bute on Thursday, May 12th. A love story about the impossibility of love, Reasons to Be Pretty introduces us to Greg, who really truly adores his girlfriend, Steph. Unfortunately, he also thinks she has a few physical imperfections, and when he casually mentions them, all hell breaks loose. This performance contains adult language and situations.
Coho Productions donates a showing of one play a year to benefit Neighbors West-Northwest. This is your opportunity to see great theater, talk with neighborhood activists from across our area, and enjoy delicious refreshments. Thursday, May 12th the reception begins at 7:00 PM and the performance starts at 8:00 PM. Buy your tickets today for $20 a piece, or $15 for students, seniors and educators. Tickets can be purchased online (type Coho in the 3rd search box), or call 503-205-0715. If you have any questions about the fundraiser please contact NWNW directly at 503-823-4288.
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Welcome Ramona
Welcome Ramona is a block party hosted by Pearl District Neighborhood Association and Zimmerman Community Center on May 14th from 1:00 - 4:00. Join us on NW 13th Avenue between Quimby and Raleigh as we welcome new neighbors at the Ramona Apartments, celebrate the opening of our new community space, and have a lot of fun. Zimmerman Community Center and Isobel's Clubhouse are proud to finally have a home in the Ramona Apartments. This event is coming together thanks to contributions and pledges from generous donors who support our community-building goals. |
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Solarize NW: Extension Until May 15th!
The price goes down when more neighbors join in! Neighbors West-Northwest has already recruited many homeowners in Northwest and Southwest Portland for a bulk purchase of solar electric systems for their homes. Now, we want more homeowners to take advantage of this unique opportunity to go solar at a ridiculously low price. The registration deadline for the Solarize Northwest Portland campaign has been extended to May 15, 2011. Solarize Portland neighborhood projects are designed to simplify the process of going solar and bring cost reductions through volume purchasing. Free workshops make the process easy to understand by covering topics such as the size of system to purchase, budgeting and financing, and how to get started. Our next workshop will be Saturday, May 7th from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM at West Sylvan Middle School. We'll also be scheduling open houses for interested individuals to see an installed solar system. Sign up by May 15th to receive your free solar site assessment. Sign up is only a phone call or email away, just be ready with your name, phone number, email, and address. You can call or email Alison Wallisch, 503-823-4265 or email. You can also sign up on our website now. This is your best opportunity to buy a solar system - the prices of incentives are supposed to decrease in 2012! |
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Communities Creating Change: Tips From Your Neighbors On Successful Community Projects 
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Central Northeast Neighbors
4415 NE 87th Ave
Come share your story with community members and learn from your peers about creating change with community-based projects. Are you researching resources? Wondering how to invite others to join you? Or just want times on getting started? If so, then this workshop is for you! This interactive workshop is relevant to anyone involved in community building efforts. This training is part of the 2010-2011 Community Leadership Series developed by the seven district coalition offices and the Office of Neighborhood Involvement. RSVP required due to limited space. RSVPs will be accepted after April 26, 2011 by email or 503-823-2780. |
Graffiti Removal Mini Grant Program
Neighbors West-Northwest and the Office of Neighborhood Involvement are pleased to announce the Neighborhood Graffiti Removal Mini-Grant Program. Neighbors West-Northwest will be awarding up to $150 each for five projects benefiting the NWNW coalition area.
Funds can be used for consumables, like paint, Soy Clean and other products that are consumed during a graffiti removal event. Partnerships with the Community Volunteer Corps from Central City Concern required. Support is available for completing your grant application. Please contact Angela Southwick at 503-823-4211 for assistance.
The deadline to submit a grant is Monday, May 30th at 4:00 PM. More information and an application packet are available online.
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Thank you for reading our April e-Newsletter. Please pass it on to others that may be interested, or encourage them to sign up.
Brought to you courtesy of
NEIGHBORS WEST-NORTHWEST
Coalition of Twelve Westside Neighborhoods
www.nwnw.org |
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