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July 2010 CNA News
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Columbia Slough Regatta Sunday, July 25
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 highlights recreation opportunities on this hidden gem of local waterways, and draws more than 400 participants for a morning of free paddling and fun.
This year’s Regatta launches from the Multnomah County Drainage District at 1880 NE Elrod Dr in Portland. Paddlers can travel east through a shaded wetland that is home to bald eagles, deer, river otters, and fish. Before and after paddling, participants can visit with local environmental and water-based organizations and enjoy hands-on nature activities. Free t-shirts and refreshments will be provided while supplies last.
“The Drainage District is pleased to host Regatta and is proud to be involved as both a founder and sponsor for this year’s sixteenth annual event on the Slough,” said Bob Eaton, executive director of the Multnomah County Drainage Districts. “It is great to have people’s excitement, and the vivid colors of the kayaks and canoes, surrounding us.”
Complimentary 45-minute canoe and kayak rentals are available through the Council, but advanced registration is required at www.columbiaslough.org or 503-956-8558. Life jackets and paddles are included with these rentals, which tend to fill up weeks in advance. Participants with their own human-powered watercraft and safety equipment are welcome to come without reservations, and crews will be available to help unload and transport boats. A voluntary donation of $7.00 per person is requested to support Columbia Slough Watershed Council programs and events.
“The Regatta is a celebration I look forward to each year,” said Susan Barthel, a long-time supporter of the Columbia Slough. “It’s amazing how much free fun we have in the city!”
The Columbia Slough Watershed Council is a diverse group of neighbors, property owners, businesses, environmental advocates, recreation activists, and government agencies representatives. Its mission is: “to foster action to protect, enhance, restore and revitalize the Columbia Slough and its watershed.”
Melissa Sandoz
Outreach Director
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
7040 NE 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97218
503.281.1132
www.columbiaslough.org
To foster action to protect, enhance, restore and revitalize the Slough and its watershed
Concordia Yard Sale 2010 June 25th, 26th and 27th
Click Here for the interactive map of the yard sales.
Stay Safe this Fourth of July, a note from Erin Janssens Portland’s Fire Marshal
Illegal fireworks cause:
- Injuries
- Trauma to many of our returning veterans suffering the effects of their service to our Country
- Property loss from fires
- Trauma and anxiety to children and animals
- Environmental pollution, measure-able in both air and noise
I appreciate your support and hope you know that at PF&R, our goal is to make the 4th of July safe and enjoyable for all. Please help keep your neighborhood safe and pleasant by not bringing illegal fireworks to Oregon, and educating the Oregonians you know about the law (and the dangers) before they buy illegal fireworks.
For more information and flyers about illegal fireworks, please visit our website at http://www.portlandonline.com/fire/fireworks
Sincerely,
Erin Janssens
Fire Marshal
Portland Fire & Rescue
Jefferson High School Petition
A petition has been posted online by the Jefferson High School Alumni Association to help save Jefferson High School from closing. If you support keeping the school open visit http://petitions.tigweb.org/Democrats and pledge support.
Columbia Crossing: What Does It Mean?
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 a frank, engaging, provocative discussion of the proposed CRC project on I-5. More fresh perspectives at pdxplore.org and af-oregon.org
Columbia Crossing: What Does It Mean? from PDXplore on Vimeo.
Dine out at Bernie’s for CNA Concerts in Fernhill Park
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 friends, neighbors, family out to enjoy
- Bernie’s Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- Creole Meatloaf
- Shrimp & Grits
- Sweet Potato Pie
- Red Beans & Rice …..and more
See you at Bernie’s and in Fernhill Park this summer!
For more ways to donate or be involved contact: Anne Rothert
2010 Concerts in Fernhill Park
Fernhill Park – NE 37 Ave, north of Ainsworth, 6:30-8:30 PM
- July 9: Stephanie Schneiderman Band (alt rock)
- July 16: Quick & Easy Boys (funky tonk)
- July 23: Jon Koonce & One More Mile (blues)
Concordia Neighborhood Association presents National Night Out Concert
Tue, Aug 3: Black & Blue with Devin Phillips (traditional New Orleans jazz) and a special appearance by the 2010 Teen Idol Winner
Food vendors: Aladdin Café, Hot Dog Ernie’s, Knights of Columbus Council 678, Mountain Ice, NePo 42