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February News from Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association
Join us at our February meeting where we'll discuss our 2017 summer event line-up and Captain Ric DeLand of the Portland Police will be on hand to discuss the recent hate incident (more info here and here) that occurred in Southeast Portland and how our community can respond in a positive way.
Our meetings are friendly are informal and are hosted by Foster Burger in the back dining room. Stop by, have a dinner and/or a beer and see what's happening in your neighborhood!
Hope to see you there!
Brian Balla
Chair, Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association
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February Meeting Information
Date: Monday, February 13th Meeting Agenda
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Foster Burger, 5339 SE Foster Rd.
Who: Anyone who lives, works and/or owns property in the Foster-Powell neighborhood is a member of the Association.
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Foster-Powell Meeting "Ground Rules"
At last month's meeting, Foster-Powell neighbors put together a list of "ground rules" for neighborhood association meetings. These rules are meant to serve as a "code of conduct" and a guideline for how we want our neighborhood association to be run. The full set of ground rules can be found in the December 2016 minutes.
- Be respectful.
- One person speaking at a time.
- Respect time: step-up, step-back.
- Be inclusive, inviting and supportive.
- Use a respectful tone.
- No cussing at people.
- No personal attacks.
- Come with solutions.
- Make space for different opinions. Practice active listening.
- Foster diversity.
- Show empathy and patience
- Inspire each other and have fun!
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Rebuilding Together Portland Is Looking for Homeowners in Need
Rebuilding Together Portland is a non-profit organization that assists low-income homeowners with needed home repairs at no cost to the homeowner. Rebuilding Together helps the elderly, people with disabilities, families with children and veterans throughout the City. Repairs span from carpentry, plumbing and electrical to painting, debris removal and more.
Rebuilding Together completes a majority of the work on National Rebuild Day: April 29th, 2017.
Right now, Rebuilding Together is looking for homeowners in need of repairs to their home. If you or someone you know can use the help of Rebuilding Together's volunteers, call them at 503-943-7515 for an application. For more information about how homeowners can qualify for repairs, visit the Rebuilding Together website.
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Upcoming Community Events
Event listings is provided as a courtesy. Please check with event organizers to verify information. To request that your event be added to future newsletters, please email contact@fosterpowell.com.
农历新年 / Tết Nguyên Đán / Lunar New Year Celebration
Date: Tuesday, February 7th
Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., first come, first served
Location: Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd.
The Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in many Asian cultures celebrating life, good health and prosperity. Join your neighbors to bring in the new year with cultural performances, educational activities, and light refreshments. More information here.
Second Saturday Foster Art Walk
Date: Saturday, February 11th
Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Check out local artists and artisans right on Foster Road! Participating businesses include Darling Press, Backstory Books, Latchkey Gallery, Flat Blak, Green Noise Records, Po' Boy Art and more.
Foster Freelancers Tax Talk
Date: Tuesday, February 14th
Time: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location: Portland Mercado
This is a special meeting of the Foster Freelancers in which we will be discussing taxes and tax prep. Our guest Jon Bebe, Financial Planner, as well as a tax professional will be on hand to answer tax and financial planning questions.
Foster Area Business Association Board Meeting
Date: Tuesday, February 14th
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Carts on Foster
Foster Area Business Association meetings take place on the second Tuesday of the month at the Carts on Foster at 6 p.m. They are open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend.
Foster-Powell Community Garden: Fruit Tree Planging and Wake Up the Garden
Date: Sunday, February 26th
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Foster-Powell Community Garden, SE 62nd Ave. and SE Powell Blvd.
More information at https://62ndgarden.wordpress.com.
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