More pluck for your buck in 2015! The 14th Annual Northwest String Summit (NWSS) returns to Horning's Hideout (North Plains, OR) with the finest acoustic pickers and standout electric bands from July 16 - 19, 2015. Located just 20 miles outside of Portland, OR, Horning's Hideout stands as one of the most scenic festival sites in the country; NWSS is the only music offering this year taking place at Horning's Hideout. A family-friendly and locally-sourced festival, NWSS caps its capacity at 4,500 attendees to ensure an intimate experience for all festival-goers at an incredible ticket price. For more detailed information, please visit: www.stringsummit.com. The 14th Annual Northwest String Summit is hosted by Colorado-based Yonder Mountain String Band; arguably the top touring neo-bluegrass band in the world. Yonder will perform for 3 nights of music, and additional standout acts at this year's festival include 2 Nights of Greensky Bluegrass, Del McCoury Band, Del & Dawg feat. Del McCoury & David Grisman, 2 Nights of The Infamous Stringdusters, Keller Williams' Grateful Grass, Keller Williams & The Travelin' McCourys, The Greyboy Allstars (Late Night Main Stage), Nahko & Medicine For The People, Elephant Revival (2 Sets), Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, Fruition (2 Nights), Rising Appalachia (2 Nights), Shook Twins, Scott Law & Larry Keel with Darol Anger, Samson Grisman and Jack Dwyer, Larry Keel, Town Mountain, Adam Aijala & Larry Keel, The California Honeydrops, Dead Winter Carpenters, Darol Anger, Shafty, Frank Fairfield, Rumpke Mountain Boys, Henhouse Prowlers, Polecat, Trout Steak Revival, Gipsy Moon, The Grant Farm, The Student Loan, Crow and the Canyon, The Good Time Travelers, Eight Dollar Mountain, Pete Kartsounes, Arthur Lee Land, Alice DiMecele, The Hill Dogs, Left Coast Country, and more acts to be announced soon! In addition to the Main Stage, this year’s String Summit boasts a brand new late night stage, the Kinfolk Revival Tent. Due to the overwhelming popularity of last year’s late night shows down at the Cascadia Stage, full production sets (including light shows) at the Kinfolk Revival Tent will commence shortly after the Main Stage shows featuring bands such as Greensky Bluegrass, The Infamous Stringdusters, Elephant Revival and Fruition. The Cascadia Stage will continue providing mellow morning entertainment running into the early afternoon, as well as late night music running concurrent with the Kinfolk Revival Tent. Northwest String Summit partners with singular Portland organizations, food vendors and emerging Pacific Northwest-based musicians as a way to support the various thriving local communities. Celebrated Eugene, OR favorite Ninkasi Brewing Company will offer exceptional craft beers onsite for the fourth year-in-a-row, including an exclusive small-batch NW String Summit Festival Specialty Brew called Clusterpluck Session Ale. Made with Northwest Pale Ale and Honey malts, Clusterpluck is a light and refreshing golden ale -- the perfect accompaniment to a summertime jam session. Additional sponsors include Klean Kanteen, Keen, and Marley Coffee.

PDX Permaculture Saturday, July 18 at 9:00 AM This weekend-long workshop is intended for the permaculture enthusiast and newcomer alike who share a desire to better grasp the fundamentals of perma... Fee: Registration Fee: USD 120.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/221964897/

Great family fun, something for everyone here to enjoy! More details here: https://newport.surfrider.org/public-invited-to-celebrate-cascade-head-marine-reserve-july-18/ or visit the Friends of Cascade Head FB page - https://www.facebook.com/CascadeHeadMR

PDX Permaculture Saturday, July 18 at 9:00 AM This weekend-long workshop is intended for the permaculture enthusiast and newcomer alike who share a desire to better grasp the fundamentals of perma... Fee: Registration Fee: USD 120.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/221964897/

More pluck for your buck in 2015! The 14th Annual Northwest String Summit (NWSS) returns to Horning's Hideout (North Plains, OR) with the finest acoustic pickers and standout electric bands from July 16 - 19, 2015. Located just 20 miles outside of Portland, OR, Horning's Hideout stands as one of the most scenic festival sites in the country; NWSS is the only music offering this year taking place at Horning's Hideout. A family-friendly and locally-sourced festival, NWSS caps its capacity at 4,500 attendees to ensure an intimate experience for all festival-goers at an incredible ticket price. For more detailed information, please visit: www.stringsummit.com. The 14th Annual Northwest String Summit is hosted by Colorado-based Yonder Mountain String Band; arguably the top touring neo-bluegrass band in the world. Yonder will perform for 3 nights of music, and additional standout acts at this year's festival include 2 Nights of Greensky Bluegrass, Del McCoury Band, Del & Dawg feat. Del McCoury & David Grisman, 2 Nights of The Infamous Stringdusters, Keller Williams' Grateful Grass, Keller Williams & The Travelin' McCourys, The Greyboy Allstars (Late Night Main Stage), Nahko & Medicine For The People, Elephant Revival (2 Sets), Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, Fruition (2 Nights), Rising Appalachia (2 Nights), Shook Twins, Scott Law & Larry Keel with Darol Anger, Samson Grisman and Jack Dwyer, Larry Keel, Town Mountain, Adam Aijala & Larry Keel, The California Honeydrops, Dead Winter Carpenters, Darol Anger, Shafty, Frank Fairfield, Rumpke Mountain Boys, Henhouse Prowlers, Polecat, Trout Steak Revival, Gipsy Moon, The Grant Farm, The Student Loan, Crow and the Canyon, The Good Time Travelers, Eight Dollar Mountain, Pete Kartsounes, Arthur Lee Land, Alice DiMecele, The Hill Dogs, Left Coast Country, and more acts to be announced soon! In addition to the Main Stage, this year’s String Summit boasts a brand new late night stage, the Kinfolk Revival Tent. Due to the overwhelming popularity of last year’s late night shows down at the Cascadia Stage, full production sets (including light shows) at the Kinfolk Revival Tent will commence shortly after the Main Stage shows featuring bands such as Greensky Bluegrass, The Infamous Stringdusters, Elephant Revival and Fruition. The Cascadia Stage will continue providing mellow morning entertainment running into the early afternoon, as well as late night music running concurrent with the Kinfolk Revival Tent. Northwest String Summit partners with singular Portland organizations, food vendors and emerging Pacific Northwest-based musicians as a way to support the various thriving local communities. Celebrated Eugene, OR favorite Ninkasi Brewing Company will offer exceptional craft beers onsite for the fourth year-in-a-row, including an exclusive small-batch NW String Summit Festival Specialty Brew called Clusterpluck Session Ale. Made with Northwest Pale Ale and Honey malts, Clusterpluck is a light and refreshing golden ale -- the perfect accompaniment to a summertime jam session. Additional sponsors include Klean Kanteen, Keen, and Marley Coffee.

PDX Permaculture Sunday, July 19 at 5:00 PM The Foundations Course is designed for parents, teachers and mentors of children ranging in age from early childhood to high school who desire to expl... Fee: Price: USD 580.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/221964786/

We're meeting you where you ride! From July 13th - July 20th, we're setting up stations where you can stop for freebies (KIND bars, anyone?), get info about the BTA, and sign up for membership. Signing up for a BTA membership means you're automatically entered to win great prizes, including: - bike bucks (coupons for local bike shops and bike-friendly businesses) - $30 in Spinlister credit (think Airbnb for bikes!) - $35 in Zipcar credit - a Project 529 registration kit - Levi's commuter jeans, and - a limited edition BTA shirt (while supplies last) - a Yuba Boda Boda cargo bike Learn more at: http://tinyurl.com/ohx86wa Bring a friend. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for drinks and snacks at our wrap party! We'll be drawing the winner of the Yuba Boda Boda cargo bike. Learn more at: http://tinyurl.com/ohx86wa Bring a friend, we look forward to seeing you there!

Kundalini yoga uses postures, chanting and meditation to help us connect to the divine teacher within. This practice helps move energy along the spine, stimulates the endocrine system, decreases stress and eliminates toxins. Kundalini yoga can help to clear subconscious conditioning that no longer serves us. It can be helpful for those living with mental illness and addiction. It promotes positive self-esteem and forward momentum in new directions. Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) is accessible to all people, all genders, all sexual identities and orientations, all races, classes, ages, abilities, sizes, and all language backgrounds. All levels are welcome! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis who wish to add mantra and meditation to their practice. Suggested Donation $5-10. Nobody turned away for lack of funds. For more info about Kundalini yoga or this class, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/chariotoftheheartyoga

A special guest speaker, U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer, joins us for a conversation about how our region became a leader in transit and livability, and about what the future might hold. Since his election to Congress in 1996, Congressman Blumenauer has led efforts to make the federal government an effective partner in supporting livable communities. This special edition of Transit on Tap takes place in the outdoor plaza at Hassalo on Eighth, Portland’s newest neighborhood. This platinum LEED, mixed-use development is served by MAX, buses and Portland Streetcar. BridgePort beer, wine, soda and food will be for sale at the event. Enter Hassalo Plaza off of NE 7th Avenue between Holladay and Multnomah streets. http://www.facebook.com/events/692612657551438/

Upcycling is an art and crackedpots artists are pros at it. Come and see what treasures, garden art and wearable art was made for you using castaway materials. It's a garden party of artists and upcycling at the wonderful Edgefield. http://www.facebook.com/events/1477474792543752/

Join us to share dreams and learn how to make them come true. Your guide will be Sprout.

Yoga for Personal Growth includes basic asanas in simple Vinyasa flow sequences. We will explore movement within postures, use mudras, mantras, and guided meditation. We will also use positive affirmations, encouragement, and empowerment. This practice can change your life for the better! Open to all levels of experience. Deepen your practice, or start a new good habit with Sprout - a fun, positive, experienced yoga teacher who has studied the ancient techniques for over 20 years.

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Drop in to chat with planning staff about proposed changes in your neighborhood. (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/?c=26000&a=530233)

  Portland Latino Gay Pride Celebration 10 Year Anniversary Bringing the community together through a series of events that highlight the rich culture of gay and Latino groups in Portland and the surrounding area. Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26 More info: http://latinogaypridepdx.com/

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Get your questions about Oregon Bike Law answered! For over a decade, bicycle lawyer Ray Thomas has been sharing his wisdom with cyclists around the state in this 60-minute clinic on the rights and responsibilities of bicycle traffic on the road. The free clinic covers Oregon laws pertaining to bicycles and pedestrians, insurance information, and what to do if you’re in a crash. The clinic includes a question and answer session, and a free print copy of “Pedal Power, a Legal Guide for Oregon Cyclists.” Legal clinics are in conjunction with Swanson, Thomas, Coon, and Newton. Questions? Contact Carl Larson, [email protected] RSVP here- http://bta.nonprofitsoapbox.com/july2015-legal-clinic Join the Facebook event here- https://www.facebook.com/events/805440529505603/

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Pickathon features a blend of roots, folk, indie rock, soul and beyond: Pickathon is the only outdoor music festival in the United States to minimize ALL single-use, cups, dishware, and utensils.Pendarvis Farm hosts a permanent solar array on the roof of the Galaxy Barn. The energy generated during the year offsets 100% of the energy used during the festival in the Galaxy Barn plus 100% of the electricity used by the food and craft vendors. Performers list 2015 A Giant Dog Alice Gerrard Billy Strings & Don Julin Broncho Cloud Nothings DIIV Dom Flemons Edna Vazquez Ernest Ranglin Ex Hex Freakwater Giant³ Sand Grandparents Happyness Heartless Bastards Hiss Golden Messenger Israel Nash Jackson Boone JD McPherson Joan Shelley Jessica Pratt Joseph Kamasi Washington Kevin Morby King Tuff Langhorne Slim Leon Bridges Little Freddie King Liz Vice Mandolin Orange Meatbodies Nathan Bowles Rodrigo Amarante Ryley Walker Sam Amidon Sam Cohen Shabazz Palaces Sinkane Sonny & The Sunsets Summer Cannibals The Brothers Comatose The Easy Leaves The Quebe Sisters The Weather Station Thundercat Tinariwen Total Babes tUnE-yArDs Turnpike Troubadours Ty Segall Vetiver Viet Cong Wand Whitey Morgan William Tyler Wolf People

A community-based river festival to celebrate and reconnect with the lower Willamette River and its clean up. The Grand Ronde tribe will host a salmon bake. There will be tabling by environmental groups, native American crafts, live folk music, storytelling and other activities. There will be opportunities for people to learn more about the clean up. The Portland Harbor Community Advisory Group, Cathedral Park Neighborhood Association and Portland Harbor Community Coalition are organizing the event. For more go to [email protected].

PDX Permaculture Monday, August 3 at 9:00 AM This advanced course is designed for parents, teachers and mentors of children ranging in age from early childhood to high school who desire to delve ... Fee: Price: USD 580.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/221988571/

Kundalini yoga uses postures, chanting and meditation to help us connect to the divine teacher within. This practice helps move energy along the spine, stimulates the endocrine system, decreases stress and eliminates toxins. Kundalini yoga can help to clear subconscious conditioning that no longer serves us. It can be helpful for those living with mental illness and addiction. It promotes positive self-esteem and forward momentum in new directions. Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) is accessible to all people, all genders, all sexual identities and orientations, all races, classes, ages, abilities, sizes, and all language backgrounds. All levels are welcome! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis who wish to add mantra and meditation to their practice. Suggested Donation $5-10. Nobody turned away for lack of funds. For more info about Kundalini yoga or this class, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/chariotoftheheartyoga

PDX Permaculture Tuesday, August 4 at 7:00 PM In August, it is time to save seeds. The weather has been dry and many plants are ripening their seed. This workshop will cover the basics of saving s... Fee: Price: USD 25.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/222488977/

Topics covered at this one-hour clinic include: Basics of riding – laws, traffic signals and signs, how to handle bike lanes, bike boxes, tracks, and sidewalks Skills – hand signals, turning, sharing the lane, and changing lanes Choosing gear – bikes, helmets, lights, locks, accessories, cold and rain gear, carrying kids and cargo Route planning – resources and taking bicycles on transit Q&A – answers to questions from new or experienced riders Feel free to bring a bag lunch.

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Celebrate the Bicycle Transportation Alliance's 25th Anniversary with a ride from downtown to our annual meeting / party in Hollywood.

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Join us at Ecotrust’s Natural Capital Center, a hub for ideas and urban community, for a unique series of free outdoor concerts on First Thursdays this Summer (7/02, 8/06, 9/05). The concerts feature outstanding local performers and street fair-style booths fostering environmental awareness and community engagement. On July 2nd the theme is climate and features Portland Cello Project. Our second concert is August 6th with the theme water and forests and features Orquestra Pacifico Tropical & Mimicking Birds. Our concert series concludes September 3rd with the theme food and will feature Horse Feathers & School of Rock. Sundown is quintessential summer in Portland – equal parts indie concert, block party, and classic Portland street fair. Each evening, the musical performances will be complemented by a street fair-style Showcase focused on a theme—climate (July), water and forests (August), and food (September). Each Showcase will feature over 40 interactive booths that connect attendees with inspiring organizations working in the Pacific Northwest to deliver inventive solutions within conservation and environmentally-responsible enterprise. For the first time the series will also line-up with First Thursdays, a 31-year-old tradition when the whole neighborhood comes to life with arts and culture. Ecotrust is inviting a host of creative performers to expand and deepen the series’ cultural engagement, from the Portland Cello Project bringing a whole evening of the famed “All Ages Dance Party” (July) to School of Rock (September). At every show, ice cream bombast and visionary Morgan Street Theatre will dish up one-of-a-kind desserts. Expect the unexpected. These family-friendly events also include the “Sundown Kid’s Corner” hosted by Metro Portland’s Kids Calendar, with art and educational activities to keep the little rockers happy. Frosty beverages and tasty local fare will be provided by Hot Lips Pizza and Laughing Planet. The series will be powered by a green power source.

The Homer Davenport Community Festival and The Wooden Nickel are Proud to present the Fifth annual Homer Kick Off Party! Held in historic Silverton's tree-filled Coolidge-McClaine City Park. We will be kicking off this huge community party at 7pm, featuring Lloyd Jones Band! Portland, Oregon roots artist Lloyd Jones has recorded six critically acclaimed albums, toured internationally, and racked up dozens of major awards and accolades. He’s a relentless road dog, hitting festival stages, Delbert’s annual Sandy Beaches Cruises (he’s been a regular on six winter cruises), and clubs all across the land to enthusiastic crowds who can’t get enough of his swampy blues, his backporch picking, his serious-as-anthrax funk, soul, roadhouse two-beats, and old-school rhythm and blues (back before the R&B tag was somehow appropriated for other musical purposes, apparently when we weren’t looking). Yet he may be the most invisible, best-kept roots/blues/Americana secret on the contemporary scene. Jones is a master of the soulful understatement, the raw growl, and the groove. From his roots in muddy Oregon soil, he’s forged a 30-plus-year career as an impassioned singer and fierce guitar slinger, a clever and soulful songwriter, a bandleader, record producer, and an almost strident torchbearer for all that’s true and good about America’s music. Jones is his own true artist who works diligently at pushing American roots music forward. What he does, he says, is “combine New Orleans rhythms, the simplicity of Memphis music, and the rawness of the blues, all for the 21st century. This music is not about louder and faster. It’s about time, meter, groove. I thought Muddy and Walter and those guys were pushing the envelope in their era. They were using effects, they were inventing their own sound. They were modern. I want to look at it in a contemporary way.” The gist is all the same — Lloyd Jones is the total package. The gates open at 6:00 pm with beer, wine and food! And this year, admission is FREE!

Silverton's famous son, Homer Davenport (1867-1912), was an internationally renowned cartoonist in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. Homer, left Silverton, fulfilling his desire to become an editorial cartoonist... inspired by his mother's appreciation for the art form. His legacy, however, endures. Homer Davenport Days began in Silverton in 1980. Every year since, the celebrations have kept Silverton's young and old alike in high spirits. The Homer Davenport Community Festival (August 7, 8, & 9) which is coordinated by the Silverton Rotary Club strives to put the 'Homer' back in 'Homer Days.' To that end, we are reaching into the Homer Davenport archives of writings, photos and illustrations to bring our community's past to life. We plan to celebrate and honor our heritage! Information about the festival can be found on the "Homer Page," (linked below) There were numerous articles about Silverton's business community; it's schools; surrounding farms; notable citizens of the day, and of course a glowing tribute to Homer Davenport, by then gone for just eleven years. Once again, The Davenport Project will provide a historical focus for the festival, as we continue to celebrate our heritage from yesterday, today and tomorrow. This year's festival promises to be bigger than ever, while keep our uniquely "home town festival" feel. On tap again for this year: Parade, 10K Fun-Run, The Davenport Races, Food Court, Live Music, Lion’s Club Breakfast, Davenport Cartoon Display, Crafts Fair, Fly Wheels Classic Car Cruise-In, Combined Silverton High School Alumni reunion, Tennis Tournament, Beer Garden, and much much more! Watch these pages for updates and future announcements!

Free Admission - $3 donation suggested. All ages welcome. An accessible dance and movement class to promote adults with developmental disabilities to connect with their bodies through music. Attendees should come with their own support worker if needed. For more information, contact Sasha Vidales at [email protected].

Come join Coos Bay Surfrider at Waxers Surf and Skate in Downtown Coos Bay for wine walk sponsored by Barefoot wines. Learn about what we are doing, meet some our fantastic volunteers.

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Silverton's famous son, Homer Davenport (1867-1912), was an internationally renowned cartoonist in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. Homer, left Silverton, fulfilling his desire to become an editorial cartoonist... inspired by his mother's appreciation for the art form. His legacy, however, endures. Homer Davenport Days began in Silverton in 1980. Every year since, the celebrations have kept Silverton's young and old alike in high spirits. The Homer Davenport Community Festival (August 7, 8, & 9) which is coordinated by the Silverton Rotary Club strives to put the 'Homer' back in 'Homer Days.' To that end, we are reaching into the Homer Davenport archives of writings, photos and illustrations to bring our community's past to life. We plan to celebrate and honor our heritage! Information about the festival can be found on the "Homer Page," (linked below) There were numerous articles about Silverton's business community; it's schools; surrounding farms; notable citizens of the day, and of course a glowing tribute to Homer Davenport, by then gone for just eleven years. Once again, The Davenport Project will provide a historical focus for the festival, as we continue to celebrate our heritage from yesterday, today and tomorrow. This year's festival promises to be bigger than ever, while keep our uniquely "home town festival" feel. On tap again for this year: Parade, 10K Fun-Run, The Davenport Races, Food Court, Live Music, Lion’s Club Breakfast, Davenport Cartoon Display, Crafts Fair, Fly Wheels Classic Car Cruise-In, Combined Silverton High School Alumni reunion, Tennis Tournament, Beer Garden, and much much more! Watch these pages for updates and future announcements!

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Kundalini yoga uses postures, chanting and meditation to help us connect to the divine teacher within. This practice helps move energy along the spine, stimulates the endocrine system, decreases stress and eliminates toxins. Kundalini yoga can help to clear subconscious conditioning that no longer serves us. It can be helpful for those living with mental illness and addiction. It promotes positive self-esteem and forward momentum in new directions. Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) is accessible to all people, all genders, all sexual identities and orientations, all races, classes, ages, abilities, sizes, and all language backgrounds. All levels are welcome! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis who wish to add mantra and meditation to their practice. Suggested Donation $5-10. Nobody turned away for lack of funds. For more info about Kundalini yoga or this class, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/chariotoftheheartyoga

Yoga for Personal Growth includes basic asanas in simple Vinyasa flow sequences. We will explore movement within postures, use mudras, mantras, and guided meditation. We will also use positive affirmations, encouragement, and empowerment. This practice can change your life for the better! Open to all levels of experience. Deepen your practice, or start a new good habit with Sprout - a fun, positive, experienced yoga teacher who has studied the ancient techniques for over 20 years.

Join us to share dreams and learn how to make them come true. Your guide will be Sprout.

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What better way to celebrate the competition theme of our FUNdraising efforts than with a morning scramble with 144 of our closest friends! Come out, breathe the wonderful morning air at beautiful Langdon Farms, warm up your best woods, hack with your sharpest irons and support hundreds of Portland students who need the most help to keep them on the road to graduation, college and careers! http://www.facebook.com/events/435706733269215/

For the last 20 years, notorious activists the Yes Men have staged outrageous and hilarious hoaxes to draw international attention to corporate crimes against humanity and the environment. Armed with nothing but thrift-store suits and a lack of shame, these iconoclastic revolutionaries lie their way into business events and government functions to expose the dangers of letting greed run our world. In their third cinematic outing (after The Yes Men and The Yes Men Fix the World), they are now well into their 40s, and their mid-life crises are threatening to drive them out of activism forever – even as they prepare to take on the biggest challenge they’ve ever faced: climate change. More than the first two films, The Yes Men Are Revolting is as much a character study as it is an entertaining depiction of their latest interventions. Revealing the real people behind the ruses, at its heart lies a hopeful message about fighting for change. KBOO and the Clinton Street Theater have partnered to bring you a monthly film series about....well, it could be about radio, or about anyone of the many programs that KBOO airs--politics, labor, human rights, and, of course, lots of music. A new film or event every second Thursday of the month, so stayed tuned to the radio and check back on the website, because you never know what might be happening month to month.

Come and join this weekly meeting of progressive elders to read books and have discussion.

Free Admission - $3 donation suggested. All ages welcome. An accessible dance and movement class to promote adults with developmental disabilities to connect with their bodies through music. Attendees should come with their own support worker if needed. For more information, contact Sasha Vidales at [email protected].

OPS Fest is dedicated to bringing a new style of Shakespearean performance to Portland and the surrounding area, by reviving the old. Their actors perform using the same performance techniques as they did in Shakespeare's own time, which means limited rehearsal, an onstage prompter, fast-paced energetic acting, and lots of audience interaction!

Help us keep our Bike Fleet in good condition and working order! Each year we teach thousands of Portland 4th and 5th graders to bike safely on the street with these bikes. They need routine maintenance every month to keep the parts working smoothly. So if you’ve got mechanic skills, come join us for some greasy fun on the third Saturday of every month from 10 am to 2 pm. Directions: It's on the NE corner of NE 21st Ct. and Pacific Avenue. It's just northeast of the Sunshine Dairy, but still south of I-84. Our shop entrance is on the NW corner of that block, through the chain link fence. Please sign up if you can make it and bring your own coffee cup if you like hot coffee! Thanks to Grand Central Bakery for providing snacks for us. *Maintenance Days are usually scheduled for the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10-2pm at the Parks Building. So mark your calendars and invite a handy friend! Sign up to Volunteer here: http://btaoregon.force.com/volunteers/GW_Volunteers__VolunteersJobListingFS?Calendar=1&volunteerShiftId=a15i00000053gVbAAI&jobId=a13i0000001ZWaRAAW&dtMonthFilter=2015-5-16%203:0:0

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is Surfrider Foundation's citizen-based, volunteer run water quality monitoring program. The Newport Chapter is currently seeking volunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Vince Pappalardo - [email protected] for details

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Held in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, the mission of the Montavilla Jazz Festival (MJF) is to support and strengthen local music culture and to enrich our community by showcasing the best of Portland’s originally composed, progressive jazz. While other festivals focus on international acts, legacy heavy hitters, or more mainstream jazz, MJF showcases the best of Portland-based artists–and they’re chosen based solely on their skill and creativity. Performers Include Alan Jones Sextet Rich Halley 4 Tim Willcox’s Superjazzers Ryan Meagher Joe Manis Trio Ed Bennett Quintet Machete Order Ian Christensen Quartet

IOW holds its monthly Board meeting on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Meetings are held at In Other Words and are open to the entire community. Please join us to hear about our work, what's going on with the organization, and how you can plugin. Board minutes are available upon request. Email [email protected] for more info, or if you would like to request an agenda item.

Kundalini yoga uses postures, chanting and meditation to help us connect to the divine teacher within. This practice helps move energy along the spine, stimulates the endocrine system, decreases stress and eliminates toxins. Kundalini yoga can help to clear subconscious conditioning that no longer serves us. It can be helpful for those living with mental illness and addiction. It promotes positive self-esteem and forward momentum in new directions. Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) is accessible to all people, all genders, all sexual identities and orientations, all races, classes, ages, abilities, sizes, and all language backgrounds. All levels are welcome! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis who wish to add mantra and meditation to their practice. Suggested Donation $5-10. Nobody turned away for lack of funds. For more info about Kundalini yoga or this class, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/chariotoftheheartyoga

Join us to share dreams and learn how to make them come true. Your guide will be Sprout.

Yoga for Personal Growth includes basic asanas in simple Vinyasa flow sequences. We will explore movement within postures, use mudras, mantras, and guided meditation. We will also use positive affirmations, encouragement, and empowerment. This practice can change your life for the better! Open to all levels of experience. Deepen your practice, or start a new good habit with Sprout - a fun, positive, experienced yoga teacher who has studied the ancient techniques for over 20 years.

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is a citizen-based, volunteer runwater quality monitoring program. The Siuslaw chapter is currently seekingvolunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Linda Serbus [email protected]

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is a citizen-based, volunteer runwater quality monitoring program. The Siuslaw chapter is currently seekingvolunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Linda Serbus [email protected]

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Date: Wednesday, August 19 Time: 6:00-7:00pm Location:Gresham City Hall, 1333 Northwest Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR, United States - There's no place to park your bike at the grocery store. - Your kid can't bike to school because of one dangerous road crossing. - Your neighborhood association is fighting a bike-friendly project. The problem is clear. The solution might even be obvious to you but how do you get others on board? How do you get the problem solved? The Bicycle Transportation Alliance has been advocating for better safer streets since 1990. In this free one-hour clinic, a BTA advocate will share some of the lessons we've learned about how to get your voice heard -- how to get your community's problems solved. Topics covered include messaging, defining success, power mapping, identifying allies, and pressure vs. persuasion. This month’s Advocacy Clinic will be presented by Elizabeth Quiroz, BTA's advocate focused on East Portland Questions? Contact Elizabeth Quiroz, [email protected] RSVP here- http://bta.nonprofitsoapbox.com/aug2015-advocacy-clinic Join the Facebook event here- https://www.facebook.com/events/907228095976407/?context=create&previousaction=create&ref=1&source=77

Laura's House, Newport OR (call (541) 815-3398 for directions)

Come and join this weekly meeting of progressive elders to read books and have discussion.

IOW holds its monthly Board meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Meetings are held at McMenamins Chapel Pub-- 430 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217-- just down the street from In Other Words. Please join us to hear about our work and what's going on with the organization. Board minutes are available upon request. Email [email protected] for more info, or if you would like to request an agenda item.

In Other Words' Adult Young Adult Book Club is a fun, casual discussion group for fans of YA literature. We meet at In Other Words on the third Thursday of each month to discuss young adult novels through a feminist/queer lens. How do our reactions to YA literature change as we age? What messages do authors send to young people? Do the stories line up with our memories of being teenagers? We read contemporary work and also revisit classic authors like Judy Blume and SE Hinton. Sound interesting? Join our Facebook group (www.facebook.com/groups/142378029143391/) to see what we've read so far, and to stay updated on what we're reading next!

Free Admission - $3 donation suggested. All ages welcome. An accessible dance and movement class to promote adults with developmental disabilities to connect with their bodies through music. Attendees should come with their own support worker if needed. For more information, contact Sasha Vidales at [email protected].

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is Surfrider Foundation's citizen-based, volunteer run water quality monitoring program. The Newport Chapter is currently seeking volunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Vince Pappalardo - [email protected] for details

Join us for an All Male Cast of The Taming of the Shrew. OPS Fest is dedicated to bringing a new style of Shakespearean performance to Portland and the surrounding area, by reviving the old. Their actors perform using the same performance techniques as they did in Shakespeare's own time, which means limited rehearsal, an onstage prompter, fast-paced energetic acting, and lots of audience interaction!

Kundalini yoga uses postures, chanting and meditation to help us connect to the divine teacher within. This practice helps move energy along the spine, stimulates the endocrine system, decreases stress and eliminates toxins. Kundalini yoga can help to clear subconscious conditioning that no longer serves us. It can be helpful for those living with mental illness and addiction. It promotes positive self-esteem and forward momentum in new directions. Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) is accessible to all people, all genders, all sexual identities and orientations, all races, classes, ages, abilities, sizes, and all language backgrounds. All levels are welcome! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis who wish to add mantra and meditation to their practice. Suggested Donation $5-10. Nobody turned away for lack of funds. For more info about Kundalini yoga or this class, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/chariotoftheheartyoga

Join us to share dreams and learn how to make them come true. Your guide will be Sprout.

Yoga for Personal Growth includes basic asanas in simple Vinyasa flow sequences. We will explore movement within postures, use mudras, mantras, and guided meditation. We will also use positive affirmations, encouragement, and empowerment. This practice can change your life for the better! Open to all levels of experience. Deepen your practice, or start a new good habit with Sprout - a fun, positive, experienced yoga teacher who has studied the ancient techniques for over 20 years.

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Welcome to a new gaming event for queer folks! No matter where you are on the LGBTQ rainbow, you’re welcome to join us for an evening of easy going story games in a safe, inclusive environment. All experience levels are welcome, from first-time gamers to seasoned storytellers and roleplayers. If you are intrigued by RPGs or story games, but have had your doubts about jumping into an established group or felt uncomfortable going to an organized gaming event, you are especially welcome. All you have to do is show up and play a game. You don't need to bring anything other than the desire to play and the willingness to try something new. Games begin at about 7pm, but feel free to show up a bit earlier to meet and chat with your fellow gamers.

Come and join this weekly meeting of progressive elders to read books and have discussion.

Free Admission - $3 donation suggested. All ages welcome. An accessible dance and movement class to promote adults with developmental disabilities to connect with their bodies through music. Attendees should come with their own support worker if needed. For more information, contact Sasha Vidales at [email protected].

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is Surfrider Foundation's citizen-based, volunteer run water quality monitoring program. The Newport Chapter is currently seeking volunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Vince Pappalardo - [email protected] for details

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Portland Solidarity Network is an organization that is dedicated to fighting for our rights in the workplace and at home. This includes fighting sexism, racism, ableism, and other forms of discrimination in a way that empowers us and builds momentum to create a more equal world. Contact [email protected] for more information.

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Arresting Power: Resisting Police Violence in Portland, Oregon documents the history of conflict between the Portland police and community members throughout the past fifty years. The film features personal stories of resistance told by victims of police misconduct, the families of people who were killed by police, and members of Portland’s reform and abolition movements. Utilizing meditative footage taken at sites of police violence, experimental filmmaking techniques, and archival newsreel, Arresting Power creates a space for understanding the impacts of police violence and imagining a world without police. KBOO and the Clinton Street Theater have partnered to bring you a monthly film series about....well, it could be about radio, or about anyone of the many programs that KBOO airs--politics, labor, human rights, and, of course, lots of music. A new film or event every second Thursday of the month, so stayed tuned to the radio and check back on the website, because you never know what might be happening month to month.

PDX Permaculture Saturday, September 12 at 9:00 AM Dates for the 2015-16 course: Sept 12-13, Oct 10-11, Nov 14-15, Dec 5-6, Jan 16-17, Feb 13-14, March 12-13, April 9-10 The permaculture design course... Fee: Deposit: USD 100.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/222795907/

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is Surfrider Foundation's citizen-based, volunteer run water quality monitoring program. The Newport Chapter is currently seeking volunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Vince Pappalardo - [email protected] for details

PDX Permaculture Saturday, September 12 at 9:00 AM Dates for the 2015-16 course: Sept 12-13, Oct 10-11, Nov 14-15, Dec 5-6, Jan 16-17, Feb 13-14, March 12-13, April 9-10 The permaculture design course... Fee: Deposit: USD 100.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Permaculture-Meetup/events/222795907/

Stop by and say hi!

Portland Solidarity Network is an organization that is dedicated to fighting for our rights in the workplace and at home. This includes fighting sexism, racism, ableism, and other forms of discrimination in a way that empowers us and builds momentum to create a more equal world. Contact [email protected] for more information.

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is a citizen-based, volunteer runwater quality monitoring program. The Siuslaw chapter is currently seekingvolunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Linda Serbus [email protected]

Stop by and say hi!

IOW holds its monthly Board meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Meetings are held at McMenamins Chapel Pub-- 430 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217-- just down the street from In Other Words. Please join us to hear about our work and what's going on with the organization. Board minutes are available upon request. Email [email protected] for more info, or if you would like to request an agenda item.

Laura's House, Newport OR (call (541) 815-3398 for directions)

Laura's House, Newport OR (call (541) 815-3398 for directions)

BWTF (Blue Water Task Force) is Surfrider Foundation's citizen-based, volunteer run water quality monitoring program. The Newport Chapter is currently seeking volunteers to continue the water monitoring effort. Contact Vince Pappalardo - [email protected] for details

We all love Oregon's beaches, rivers and natural areas. For over three decades Oregonians have been proving that by volunteering at the annual SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup, presented by the Oregon Lottery. Be part of this volunteer movement, impacting Oregon’s environment, wildlife and communities. It’s an easy, fun way to get outside, meet your neighbors, and make a difference by cleaning up Oregon's rivers, beaches, parks and trails, removing invasive plants or planting plant native trees and shrubs. There are over 100 volunteer-led projects across the state for you to choose from, including 46 beach cleanup sites coast-wide. Only you can ensure our beaches, rivers and natural areas are kept clean and healthy. Learn more and get involved today at www.solveoregon.org This event is part of the International Coastal Cleanup and National Public Lands Day. SOLVE is an Oregon nonprofit that helps people take care of where they live, work, and play. Join our team of volunteers and see how you can make a difference in just a few hours! Contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332, email us at [email protected] or visit us on the web at www.solveoregon.org.