Category Archives: Community

James H Kunstler Dissects Suburbia

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Bob

We need 20 minute neighborhoods. Check this TED video with James H Kunstler. I wonder what his thoughts are about Portland?

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Lead Poisoning and Weatherization workshops to be held

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Bob

Free Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop – living in an older home? Participants learn how to prevent lead exposure while living in homes older than 1978. Participants receive a free safety kit worth $30. Contact Community Energy Project at 503.284.6827 x110 … Continue reading →

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Concordia Tree Inventory Meeting, Tuesday, July 20 at Kennedy School

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Bob

Tuesday, July 20 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Concordia Community Room, Kennedy School Walking through the neighborhood, do you see too few trees and too many empty planting spaces? Lack of maintenance? Poor quality trees? Your opinions on the state … Continue reading →

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Columbia Slough Regatta Sunday, July 25

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Bob

Columbia Slough Regatta, Sunday, July 25 The Columbia Slough Small Craft Regatta, the largest one-day paddle in Oregon, returns for its 16th anniversary on Sunday, July 25th from 9 am to 1 pm. This annual celebration of the Columbia Slough … Continue reading →

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Columbia Crossing: What Does It Mean?

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Bob

The Columbia River Crossing. Can this $4 billion project over the 2nd biggest watershed in the US be turned into a GOOD financial, infrastructure and social investment? On March 25th, a panel of VIP experts gathered in Portland, Oregon for … Continue reading →

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Dine out at Bernie’s for CNA Concerts in Fernhill Park

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Bob

THURSDAY JULY 1, 2010 2904 NE ALBERTA 4:00 – 10:00 pm 503-282-9864 Bernie’s Southern Bistro’s owner Kellie Courtney is donating 15% of the entire evening’s sales to the concert series. For this occasion no reservations will be taken. Bring your … Continue reading →

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Food Security and Dan Saltzman at May General Meeting

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Bob

Tuesday, May 4, 7:00pm @ Kennedy School Community Room We will have representatives from some of the organizations in our town that address food security and poverty. Portland Fruit Tree Project is a grass-roots non-profit organization that provides a community … Continue reading →

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Arbor Week Photography Show, Friday, April 9th, 6 pm to 8:30 pm

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Bob

I love trees because… “Of their determination to live, grow, produce and harbor life” – Matthew Scoggins “They make me feel peaceful and happy” -Betsy Valle “Like people, they feel, grow, change with the seasons, develop their own roots, and … Continue reading →

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Concordia Neighborhood Clean-Up, Saturday May 1st

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Bob

Saturday, May 1st PCC Workforce Training Center 5600 NE 42nd Ave corner of Killingsworth Cost will be $5/car, $10/truck, $15/large truck, and $20+/oversized load. All proceeds help your Concordia Neighborhood Association. We cannot take hazardous waste, batteries, tires, yard debris, … Continue reading →

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