Tonight (Thursday, November 29th) there’s a community meeting about a public health assessment from Precision Castparts Corporation.

Here‘s more information on the report about the toxic threat from the manufacturer, and a story from Pamplin Media about how neighbors question the validity of the report.

Lane Middle School Library, 7200 SE 60th Ave * 6 pm – 8:30 pm

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When it comes to supporting independent media, community media outlets like Open Signal and Metro East provide much to the Portland area including training, equipment, studio space, and an opportunity to broadcast on local cable stations.

A proposed regulation change could eliminate local oversight and funding for this community service. Until December 14th, the Federal Communications Commission is taking comment on the issue.

To learn more, read this. You can submit a comment by going here and clicking “+Express”.

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Portland City Council held a town hall on the Oregon 2019 legislative session. We have video of the meeting here, and Portland Mercury‘s reporting is here. Much of their story focuses on the plan to transfer 82nd Ave from state to city management.

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And if you still need a tree and want to support a good cause:

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH

Community Cooking Workshop w/ Community Chef Paula Hernandez: 

“Please join us and Community Chef Paula in cooking a community meal together, as Paula leads us in cooking the traditional foods of Mexico!  During our workshop we cook family style and then eat together.”

For more information and registration, go here.

Zenger Farms  * 6 pm – 8:30 pm * $5 – $15 sliding scale

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1ST

Once Upon a Time Family Theatre:

“Once Upon a Time Family Theatre is a magical mix of theatrical simplicity and grand storytelling for kids and their families. There’s always a slight twist to the traditional story that keeps these productions fresh. Though simply produced, these delightful and engaging productions will soon have everyone fully absorbed in the interaction of live theatre.”

This month’s production: “Hansel & Gretel”

Portland Metro Arts, 9003 SE Stark St * 11:30 am * children $1, $2 adults $2

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Cooking Around the World Club: Favorite Holiday Recipe Swap:

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“Do you use any apps or other digital resources for your favorite holiday recipes? Come share those resources and recipes with us! In case you don’t, no worries. We will be showing you some of the most popular apps and other resources on the web, where you can find some of your favorite holiday recipes.”

Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd * 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

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Live music from: Julay Brooks, Michael Shay, Chris Kee

The O’Neill Public House, 6000 NE Glisan St * 9:30 pm – 1 am
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2ND

Foster WinterFest:

“On Sunday, December 2nd, come down to Foster Road for 6 family friendly winter magic events. Build a gingerbread house, sing carols, get free hot chocolate and more! And when you come to any of free WinterFest activity, you’ll get a Ticket for exclusive Foster Forward deals for food, drink and gifts up and down the street.
Check out fosterarea.com or facebook.com/FosterAreaPDX for more details!”
Multiple locations here * noon – 5 pm 
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