Portland Current
2008 November 21
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Recruiter Watch PDX Meeting
Tuesday, November 25, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
First Unitarian Church, 1011 S.W. 12th Avenue, Room B302
Please enter through the iron gate on the right, between Salmon and Main. Proceed to the THIRD Floor (Room B302). (If you are using the elevator, please press the button for B3.)
Agenda: "Focussing" -- Part 2
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Citizen Lobby Trainings with 1000 Friends of Oregon
Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main St., Portland
In order to pass both our ambitious transportation agenda and our Blueprint for Oregon's Future, we must deliver a clear and consistent message to elected leaders in Salem. You've watched over the past months, even years, as politicians have bombarded the airwaves and pounded the pavement for your vote. Now that the election is over it is time to start making tough policy decisions about how we should spend limited money on our highest priorities. Where will you be?
Elected leaders will be in Salem every day weighing the options for new policies and new directions for Oregon. And where you will be can have a huge impact on the decisions they make. Join us for a Citizen Lobbying and Skill-building Workshop this winter.
Learn about Oregon's legislative process and how to make your voice heard. Gain the skills and techniques you need to be an effective advocate and citizen lobbyist for a cause. Review policy priorities of 1000 Friends and partner organizations to be well-informed on issues to discuss with your legislator. Meet others who share your interest in civic participation and smart land use planning for Oregon and discuss what we can do together to advance our common goals. Contact Tara Sulzen to Sign-up for one of the trainings below or to setup a training with your organization or in your area. (Call 503 497-1000 or email her at tara@friends.org)
* Bend: Monday, November 17th, 6:00pm - 8:30pm, Central Oregon Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas St. Bend
* Portland: Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main St., Portland
* Hood River: Thursday, December 11th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Hood River Library, 502 State St., Hood River
* Portland: Engage Oregon/Wellstone Training in January
* Salem: Oregon Conservation Network Training in January
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30th Anniversary Winters Eve Irish Gathering
Friday, December 12, 7pm free lesson with paid admission, dance until 11:30pm
PPAA, 618 SE Alder St, Portland,
A Winters Eve Irish Gathering for everyone coming to Portland for Ireland’s President Mary McAleese's visit! The Tír Eoghain Céilí Class presents its last event celebrating 30 years! This is an all family event. Special guest entertainers are Peter Yeates, The Molly Malone Irish Dancers, Mikey Beglan, Kellam Throgmorton and YOU!
Music by: Peter Yeates, Mikey Beglan and Kellam Throgmorton. All ages welcomed. $10, $5 for 18 & younger and 65 & older. Everyone is encouraged to dance a jig! No Experience or Partner necessary!
More information? Call the Club at 503.286.4812 or visit the website at http://www.OregonIrishClub.org
Sam Keator is organizing and MCing this evenings great event. www.SandAIrishEntertainment.com
This will conclude the 30th Anniversary year.
*Céilí is the Gaelic word for an evening gathering of friends sharing and enjoying traditional Irish music, song, dance & fun!
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