Concordia Neighborhood Association | Portland, Oregon

13th Annual St. Andrew Legal Clinic RACE FOR JUSTICE Saturday, June 22, 2013

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St. Andrews Legal Clinic logoSt. Andrew Legal Clinic (SALC)  has been providing low-cost legal services to families in need of assistance with family law matters (divorce, child custody etc.) since 1979.

Their clinic in NE is located at NE 8th and Alberta street.

Join us for the 13th Annual St. Andrew Legal Clinic
RACE FOR JUSTICE

Saturday, June 22, 2013

At the Madeleine Parish, 3123 NE 24th Avenue, Portland

Kids’ Fun Run starts 9:45am | 5K Run/Walk starts 10:15am

Registration fees, sponsorships and pledges to SALC are tax-deductible. All donors will receive a tax acknowledgement.

For more information visit: http://salc.givezooks.com/events/2013-race-for-justice

Wanted: Business Manager for the Concordia News

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We are looking for a community member to fill the position of Business Manager at Concordia News. This publication is delivered to over 6,000 households and businesses monthly, and is the main method of communication used by our neighborhood association. This volunteer position works closely with our Editor/layout designer, and handles all the ad coordination with local businesses and revenue for the paper.

If you like working with people and building relationships in the community, while increasing your skills, this could be the place for you! If you would like more information or to apply, please submit a letter of interest to: Concordianews[at] yahoo[dot] com. Please list “Business Manager opening” in the subject line of your email.

Let’s Create the St. Mike’s Community Kitchen! Learn more at a Potluck Monday, June 3rd 6- 8:30 PM

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St. Mike’s Church, CNA & Kitchen Commons

Where: St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, 6700 NE 29th Ave

Follow signs to the kitchen

Who: SPONSORED BY: St. Mike’s Church, CNA & Kitchen Commons

Send RSVPs and questions to rebekah@kitchencommons.net

What:

Kitchen Commons matches kitchen resources with community need, making it affordable and practical to cook healthy food, advocating for food justice, & putting the dream of a food business in reach of low-income entrepreneurs. We are excited to partner with St. Mike’s and the Concordia Neighborhood Association in planning a Kitchen Envisioning Potluck on Monday, June 3rd from 6:00 – 8:30pm.
But wait, there’s more!

CNA Clean-Up on Saturday, June 1st from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the PCC Workforce Training Center on NE 42nd Ave & Killingsworth!

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Cleanup happening Saturday June 1st, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM on NE 42nd and Killingsworth!!
Cleanup happening Saturday June 1st, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM on NE 42nd and Killingsworth!!

 

Annual CNA Clean-Up on Saturday, June 1st from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the PCC Workforce Training Center on NE 42nd Ave & Killingsworth!

This is the biggest fundraising event for the Concordia Neighborhood Association (CNA) and a great excuse to get rid of the junk and recyclables that you have been accumulating in your closets and garage! Please see the attached flyer for all the details.

Remember, WE WILL TAKE household waste, metal, furniture, electronics, lamps, cardboard, batteries, mattresses, clothes and other stuff!

WE WON’T TAKE: food waste, yard debris, tires, rocks, concrete, paint, oil, and other hazardous waste!

This year we will be FEATURING, “You Price It” Yard Sale for reusable household goods and we we will be collecting bicycles to reuse/recycle that are in decent condition!

SUGGESTED DONATION: $10 and Up, depending on load of vehicle. Extra $5 for electronics and batteries.

We are always in need of VOLUNTEERS to help unload vehicles and direct traffic. If interested, please email me back at ktugolini@gmail.com or call me at 503-449-9690!

Host International Students Learning English

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Ashley Krant of Concordia University is requesting hosts for  international students that are studying English at ELS Language Centers.

Each year, ELS contributes to the rich diversity of the neighborhoods surrounding Concordia by welcoming in students from all over the world.  Our host families play a vital role in acquainting students to the area and helping them bring memories of Portland back home!

Host families provide breakfast and dinner, a private bedroom, the opportunity for students to speak English, support, and insight into American culture.  Families are compensated with a stipend for increased food and utility costs.

To learn more: email Ms. Krant at: akrant [at] els.edu or call  503-493-6281.

CNA General Meeting Tuesday May 7th, 7PM

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Concordia Neighborhood Association (CNA) GENERAL MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 7TH @ 7 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM at the KENNEDY SCHOOL, 5736 N.E. 33rd Ave.

Issues of note:  Chair Election, Last Thursday, presentation by “Healthy Kids, Healthy Portland” (Pro-Fluoride) , other Neighborhood Announcements & Concerns.

 

On Thursday, April 25, 2013 … DINE OUT, FIGHT AIDS

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Dining Out for Life
Dining Out for Life

Thursday, April 25, 2013, everyone will have an opportunity to make a contribution just by having breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktail with friends, at participating restaurants:

In N/NE:  McMenamin’s Kennedy School, Chapel Pub, White Eagle, as well as McMenamin’s on Broadway, Lincoln Restaurant, Saravesa, Bridges Cafe, Sidecar 11

or visit www.diningoutforlife.com/portland

In Portland, approximately 30 participating restaurants will donate between 20 to 30 percent of that day’s profits to the Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO) HIV Day Center (2941 NE Ainsworth St) and OHSU Partnership Project.

A simply delicious way to support a worthy cause!
Dining Out for Life® hosted by Subaru