It’s been awesome partnering with new contributors in new neighborhoods… some are experienced writers, while others are people who are interesting in writing and journalism but didn’t quite know how to get started.

There are several stories in the works, and the most recent completed piece came from Derrick McCormick in the Mississippi District. As a student of philosophy unsatisfied by the current state of discourse in the United States, he is developing a procedure to improve communication called Debate by Agreement.

He’s been testing it on the streets of Mississippi Ave, and is looking for more people willing to try out the process. Read more about Debate by Agreement here.

FRIDAY, NOV 16

Spaghetti dinner benefit for the Montavilla and Sunnyside warming shelters:

3520 SE Yamhill * 6 pm – 8 pm * $5 – $15 sliding scale 

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Music Friday @ Vino Veritas:

“Association Muddy Award recipient Steve Kerin is a true student of the New Orleans style–his playing complex and dense, but also joyous and danceable. And his warm singing voice is suffused with an authentic New Orleans growl. He’s the real Louisiana deal, and the Northwest is richer for it.”

Vino Veritas, 7835 SE Stark St * 7 pm  – 10 pm * free 

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SATURDAY, NOV 17

Generally we look at weekend events in this listing, and use the Facebook page for weekday events. But this event Wednesday sounds too cool not to share.

On Wednesday, 11/14: The Numbers: Screening and Community Discussion:

“The Numbers is a 2017 documentary by Sika Stanton and Donovan Smith where young people living in East Portland speak on their hopes and concerns for their community.  After the screening there will be a Q&A and community discussion on people-powered neighborhood identity! With a live performance with Manny Lopez!”

Canton Grill, 2610 SE 82nd Ave * 6 pm-9 pm

FRIDAY

” … you can make a ticket reservation for David Douglas High Schools Production of Thoroughly Modern Millie!!! Go To the following link for more information about the show: Go here.

“‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ tells the story of a small-town girl, Millie Dillmount, who comes to New York City to marry for money instead of love – a thoroughly modern aim in 1922, when women were just entering the workforce.”

David Douglas High School, Howard F. Horner Performing Arts Center, 1400 SE 130th Ave * various times, through Nov 18th 

SATURDAY

Montavilla Food Co-op Annual Pancake Brunch – From 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., this soon-to launch food co-op is hosting their annual event.

Montavilla United Methodist Church, 232 SE 80th Ave * $10 Adults,  $5 kids

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Native American jewelry class:

SUNDAY

One of the most rewarding elements of Village Portland has been helping neighbors tell their stories. We all have a vision and the tools to tell them, and it’s been great encouraging neighbors and offering them a platform to tell their stories and their neighbors’ stories.

Less than two months ago, I decided to broaden the call to service. I already knew that Portlanders had a lot of love for their neighborhoods, and I was pleased to learn that people outside my circle of neighborhood advocates also had the interest in writing about them. We have a great new group of contributors working on stories, and one of the first published is from the new batch of contributors is by Lisa Kendall about Mt. Tabor Park.

Also this month, I gave a guest lecture at Portland State University about neighborhoods and neighborhood journalism. The educational component has always been an important part of Village Portland, and excited about expanding on the work with PSU, and a collaboration with local grade schools in the works.

Again, if anybody reading has a story to tell or know someone who has an interest in writing or advocacy, we’d love to help you tell it. Thanks for reading and enjoy your weekend!

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If you missed it, the East Portland Arts & Literary Festival was a great success for APANO. They said they had about 500 people attend over two days. I made it to the first night and took a bit of video of Joe Kye singing about finding connection.

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“Hello, how are you? How do you feel? Is that so? Is that true for you too?” (What’s the artist’s name, somebody?) Tonight was lovely, and the second day of the East Portland Arts & Literary Festival starts @ 10 am @ PCC East. #epalf18 #apano #eastportland

A post shared by Andrew Wilkins (@atwilkins) on Oct 19, 2018 at 9:48pm PDT

FRIDAY

From the Parkrose High Theatre Department, it’s opening night for “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940”:

“The creative team responsible for a recent Broadway flop (in which three chorus girls were murdered by the mysterious ‘Stage Door Slasher’) assemble for a backer’s audition of their new show at the Westchester estate of a wealthy ‘angel.’ The house is replete with sliding panels, secret passageways and a German maid who is apparently four different people- all of which figure diabolically in the comic mayhem that follows when the infamous ‘slasher’ makes his reappearance and strikes again.”

Parkrose High School Theater, 12003 NE Shaver St * Oct 26, 26, Nov 1, 2, 3 @ 7 pm; Oct 27 @ noon * $7 adults, $5 students & seniors 

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Montavilla / East Tabor Business Association is hosting a harvest festival:

8028 NE Glisan St * noon  4 pm

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SUNDAY

Parkrose ‘Trunk or Treat’: 

“The Parkrose Business Association is hosting this safe, fun Hallowe’en themed event for area youngsters. Come dressed in costume for extra fun as you visit the companies and organizations providing treats.”

Parkrose High School, east parking lot, 12003 NE Shaver St * 4 pm – 6 pm

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It’s the last Montavilla Farmers Market of the regular season, but they’ll be back Nov 18th for a pre-Thanksgiving market. There’s also music all day: “10:30 am – noon “is the guitar stylings by Jeffrey Shapiro of Milshap Music; from 12-2 we’ll hear some funky Jumblehead!”

For the full list of producers go here.

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“In this hands-on workshop, students will learn about the Day of the Dead celebration and its traditions. Participants will paint their own edible sugar skull and dedicate it to an ancestor or loved one. Why sugar? Throughout Mexico, Day of the Dead is a celebration of joyful remembrance, and the sweetness of sugar reminds us of joy. Nuestro Canto will also explain the special place that sugar skulls have in honoring our ancestors.

This event is part of the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.”

Midland Library, 805 SE 122nd Ave * 2 pm – 4 pm

2nd Annual East Portland Arts & Literary Festival:

“Through main stage performances, interactive workshops, an epic book & craft fair, kid-friendly activities, and more, EPALF will explore themes of healing, health, and wellness in alignment with this year’s MicCheck!

Suggested donation is $5, and no one will be turned away from lack of funds.”

PCC Southeast Fri: 6 pm – 9 pm; Sat: 10 am – 9:30 pm

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SATURDAY

Makerspace Adult Open Lab:

“What will you create? Bring your ideas, inventions and projects to share or to get help on.

To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. If you are new to computers, there are entry-level computer classes and one-on-one assistance available at the library.”

Rockwood Makerspace, 17917 SE Stark St, Portland 10 am- noon

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The O’neill Public House is the place to be this weekend for lots of entertainment from the best artists in town.

I bet you’ll have fun with Catch 23 (rock, blues, jazz, fusion).

The O’Neill Public House, 6000 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97213 * 9:30 pm – 1 am

SUNDAY

The Montavilla Farmers Market is bountifully stocked with fresh produce as always!

You can be a volunteer too!

“Our volunteers are the fuel that keeps our market running. If you have an interest in food, sustainability, community development, or farmers markets and would like to get involved, we’d love to have your help! We value our volunteers and have many ways that you can get involved and give back to the Market. Wherever your skills, talents and interests lie, the Montavilla Farmers Market would love to have you join our family.”

Cascadia blade works are on location at the Montavilla Farmers Market to cater for our sharpening needs:

“We sharpen tools for people to make their work more efficient, enjoyable, and safer. Prices range from $5 to $10 per item. Repairs may be extra.”

Montavilla Farmers Market, 7700 block of SE Stark St * 10 am – 2 pm

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Community Cooking Workshop:

“We will be cooking a meal together led by one of our Community Chefs, and then having our meal together. This is a space for sharing food and knowledge with one another at a common table.

All ages welcome, childcare will be provided to support your participation.  Language interpretation provided for Spanish speakers.

Please let us know of your dietary restrictions and needs. Vegan/vegetarian options available.We encourage everyone to bring containers to take leftovers home with you!

Suggested cost $5 – $15, no one ever turned away for lack of funds.

Community Cooking Workshop, Zenger Farm Urban Grange,11741 SE Foster Road * 4 pm – 6:30 pm

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Aromatherapy for Emotional Health

Register here for the session presented by Join Yiwen Yoga.

“Participants will learn about the “3” brains in the body and how to connect all three to manage emotional health through aromatherapy techniques.”

Midland Library, 805 SE 122nd Avenue Portland * 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

@ 49:00 the candidate introductions begin, and @ 55:05 you can hear from Dylan Peerenboom, the board’s new member!

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This week, the Portland Mercury took a look at why homeless folk may not want to go to a shelter.

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

“Participants will make two or three dolls of straw and learn about straw decorating traditions. First come, first served.”

Gregory Heights Library * 1 pm – 3 pm

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There’s two really cool events happening at the library:

From 2 pm – 4 pm:

“Come hear Los Boricuas, musicians performing Puertorican, Cuban, Brazil bossanova, Dominican Republic merengue, and bachata.”

&

from noon to 1:30 pm:

“We will be showing you a variety of digital cooking resources that you can use at home. Bring your own ideas to share!”

Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd

SUNDAY

The fall market is in full swing… for a full list of producers go here.

Montavilla Farmers Market, 7700 block of SE Stark St * 10 am – 2 pm 

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Zero Waste Conference: 

“Learn How to Apply the 5Rs of Zero Waste both at Home and at Work.”

Taborspace, 5441 SE Belmont St * 2 pm – 6 pm

The Montavilla Neighborhood Association is having their annual election this Monday, Oct 8th. Doors open at 6 pm. Annual meeting to commence at 6:30.

For more information on the election and candidate statements, go here. If you’d like to serve on the board, learn more at the link!

“As part of our annual meeting, we are asking people to bring food for Montavilla United Methodist Church’s Open Hearts Food Pantry as a way to thank our hosts and contribute to our community’s well-being. Thank you for participating!”

Montavilla United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 232 SE 80th Ave

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Is there a neighborhood in Portland that has more passionate committed volunteers? It’s hard to determine because there’s no objective measure, but neighbors in Montavilla are putting in the work. Even if you disagree with someone’s stance, I think it’s worth respecting the fact that they’re taking the time to get involved. I hope we can keep the conversation going and find some solutions.

A group of neighbors are calling for a more compassionate response to homelessness in Portland. The Oregonian covered the story here, and the direct link to their list of suggestions is here.

The Oregonian articles also explores the conflicting approaches to homelessness Portland neighbors are requesting.

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Portland Police Bureau‘s Sgt. Randy Teig is leaving his position on the Neighborhood Response Team, leading some neighborhood advocates to be concerned about the future of the livability initiatives he’s been spearheading in East Portland neighborhoods.

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And if you missed Montavilla’s new mural:

FRIDAY

“First Friday is here again! The subject of this months First Friday Newsletter is Exuviae, or the shell an insect leaves behind as it grows. Just as the vibrant colors of fall mark the cyclical progression of the seasons, so too do our own personal transformations contain beauty despite the difficulties of change. Festivals…

A collaboration between First Friday PDX and the East Creative Collective, the First Friday Street Exhibition is a free event that takes place on the First Friday of every month from May to October. Featuring the work of local artists and vendors, the street exhibition provides visitors and patrons access to the independent Portland artists of the South East Industrial Arts District, as well as live music, and dance.”

First Friday Art Walk, along SE Madison St, between 2nd and 3rd Ave * 6 pm – 9 pm

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DC National Cyber Security Awareness Event:

“October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Look for our Downtown Center event.

Play a game and win a prize. Find out whether your online identity is as safe as you think; Get information on how to protect your identity online and learn how to protect your mobile devices from viruses. Stop by and get to know your Information Security team.”

Event Contact Info: tracy.walstead@pcc.edu

Downtown Center, Rose Room, 722 SW 2nd Ave * 1 pm – 3 pm

SATURDAY

“Come out this Saturday (10/6) and get some awesome pizza and support the Montavilla Neighborhood Association. 20% of food sales goes to the MNA, to support us in making our community a better place to live. Thank you to our wonderful neighbors at East Glisan Pizza Lounge.”

East Glisan Pizza, 8001 NE Glisan St * 4 pm – midnight 

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Live music at O’Neill: 

“Postwar Radio is a five-piece rock band that plays original indie rock with Americana, punk, and soul influences.

The O’Neill Public House, 6000 NE Glisan St, Portland,*9:30 pm – 1 am

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Harvest Tour & Lunch with Crew:

“Tour the bustling winery and see the progression of harvest from fermentation to finished wine while tasting along the way.

After the tour, enjoy wine and lunch with our handworking harvest crew where you can learn firsthand about the wine making process.

Hosted by our Certified Specialist of Wine, Jonathan Lampe. $55/person, $45 for Wine Club Members”

Reserve your spot here.

REX HILL Tasting Room, 30835 N Hwy 99W Newberg, Oregon * 11am

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67th Annual Portland Greek Festival:

“After six decades, The Greek Festival has become one of the largest festivals of its kind, sharing our Greek Orthodox faith and rich culture with over 15,000 guests annually. The festival is an iconic event in the Portland Metropolitan area and has been designated as an Oregon Heritage Tradition by the Oregon Heritage Commission. Each year a portion of proceeds from the festival go toward worthy philanthropic endeavors in the greater Portland community.”

There will be a RAFFLE too, click here to participate and you might win a trip to Greece or other prizes.

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3131 NE Glisan St * 10 am – 10 pm

SUNDAY

Want to learn a new recipe?

Tortilla, Sope & Gordita Making with Fresh Corn Masa at Gregory Heights Meeting Room

“The ingredients required will be; Three Sisters Nixtamal’s fresh, stone-ground organic corn masa, you will see how easy it is to make your own delicious masa creations. This hands-on class includes shaping and cooking tortillas, sopes and gorditas and finishing them with our favorite locally available Mexican ingredients. We share our favorite recipes and talk about the history of corn in Indigenous cultures throughout the Americas as well as the health benefits of this thousands-years old, traditional corn processing method called “nixtimalization.”

 Here is where you register to reserve your space. 

Gregory Heights Meeting Room, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd * 3 pm – 4:30 pm

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Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden:

“Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites

Discover ways to save time, money and energy on your property through our FREE workshops. From naturescaping to livestock management, our classes help you care for your land in ways that benefit people, water and wildlife.”

Register for the workshop here.

SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main St * 1 pm – 3:30 pm

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As always, keep in mind that the Montavilla Farmers Market is open every Sunday. Plenty of fresh produce will be available.

“The Montavilla Farmers Market exists because a group of Montavilla community residents and business owners got together and made it happen. In fact, that is still how it works! The Montavilla Board of Directors and the amazing MFM Staff and volunteers work hard to bring our community the market each week. We would love for you to join our Board of Directors”

You can also click here to be a market volunteer.

Montavilla Farmers Market, 7700 block of SE Stark St * 10 am – 2 pm

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It seems neighbors all over the City are coming to the same conclusion: officials aren’t doing enough to take on everyday crime in Portland.

Neighbors from Park Rose attended a City Council meeting this week to address the problem, and a Angela Todd from Montavilla Initiative was interviewed on KXL in the following clip.

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Also this week was a meeting on converting Wapato Jail into a treatment center led by Daryl Turner president of the Portland Police Association.

I’ll have my take on the meeting soon, but here’s Portland Mercury’s take on it. There were several more than “one or two” homeless advocates in attendance as the story stated, and some of the advocates, including Right 2 Survive‘s Ibrahim Mubarak, seemed open to having a shelter at the Wapato location, providing ideas for its plan.

FRIDAY

It will be a beehive of activities at the Midland Library today.

For the story lovers, please click here for the exact Midland Library Events timings. This will range from

• Toddler Storytime
• Family Storytime
• English Class
• E-books & Audiobooks: Hands-on Help at

First come, first served.

Midland Library, 17917 SE Stark St * all day

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The Makerspace Teen Gaming Club will be happening at the Rockwood Learning Center

“On Fridays we play computer games like Minecraft and Scratch.”

Rockwood Learning Center, *3:00 – 5:30

SATURDAY

From his Wikipedia page:

“Of Kaw and Creek heritage, Pepper also achieved notoriety for his compositions combining elements of jazz and Native American music. Don Cherry and Ornette Coleman encouraged Pepper to reflect his roots and heritage and incorporate it into his jazz playing and composition. He was musical director for Night of the First Americans, a Native American self-awareness benefit concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. in 1980 and played also at numerous powwows. Pepper supported the American Indian Movement.”

The Jim PepperFest 2018 lineup is set!

Parkrose High School, 12003 NE Shaver St * Sat 11 am – 9 pm; Sun 10 am – 2 pm

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“Looking for the perfect place to dump bulky waste like old vacuum cleaners, mattresses, furniture, scrap wood, or empty paint cans? Save money over the dump while supporting the MNA!

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Recycle Art:

It will be lots of fun this Saturday for the art lovers at Holgate Meeting Room.

“Bring your imagination, creativity, and unique vision to the library as we transform a pile of dull recyclables into dynamic artistic treasure!

Make houses and other things out of milk cartons!

First come, first served.

Holgate Meeting Room, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd * 2:00 – 3:00

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“What will you create? Bring your ideas, inventions and projects to share or to get help on at the Makerspace Adult Open Lab, 

Register here, its required. Rockwood Makerspace, 17917 SE Stark St * 10 am – noon 

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There will be a Bhutanese Language class at Division Midway Alliance

“Division Midway Alliance (DMA) was formed in 2012 as a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing the commercial district and improving the community along outer SE Division Street from 117th to 148th Avenues. DMA partners with the community and its businesses to make this district a better place to live and do business.”

To reserve your space, contact:  Info@DivisionMidway.org

Division Midway Alliance,11721 SE Division St.  * 12pm – 1pm

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Yoga + Beer at Level Beer

“Join us for a Saturday morning yoga practice, followed by a pint at Level Beer. This detox + retox class will be led by Yoga + Beer founder, Mikki Trowbridge in Level’s greenhouse patio space. Practice will feel like it’s outside, but still a bit protected from the elements. After class, yogis are invited to stay and enjoy a pint in the taproom! Your registration includes a 75 minute yoga class and your first beverage.”

Cost: $20 for Yoga + Beer, including practice and your first pint. $15 for Yoga Only. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, if possible. Please bring your own mat if you can, although we always have extras to borrow.”

Click here to register.

Level Beer, 5211 NE 148th Ave * 9:30 am – 10:45 am * $20 / $15

SUNDAY

Folks, remember that the Montavilla Farmers Market is open every Sunday.

Montavilla Farmers Market, 7700 block of SE Stark St * 10 am  2 pm 

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Slabtown’s Ghosts and Murders:

“For all the book lovers, especially those who are fascinated by reading books about the paranormal, well, let’s have a date this weekend since, Tanya Lyn March, ghost historian, has gathered several ghost narratives and crime stories from homeowners, alienists, ephemera collectors and ancient newspapers. Prepare for a kaleidoscopic view of Slabtown in search of the unusual murders and the unexplainable encounters with the other side. Learn where the residents of the Pest House were interred. Speculate about the seven-day wonder Ernest Harp and his poltergeist playmate.

Made possible by The National Endowment for the Humanities Fund of The Library Foundation.”

First come, first served

Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook St * 3 pm – 4:30 pm