Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective is engaging the community one performance, class, and workshop at a time this fall and every season! Read on to learn about our offerings for youth and adults, as well as our intergenerational programming.

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A Letter from Our Board of Directors

As we turn from the latter days of summer and we enter a new fiscal year at Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective (CPPAC), we would like to share some thoughts about the past year and the year to come with our community.

Since the incorporation of CPPAC as a non-profit organization, the Board of Directors has been working to build a positive culture that permeates throughout the organization. From teachers to students, volunteers to directors, we aim to cultivate a climate that is accepting, respectful, mindful, and maintains the dignity of each and every individual. The following highlights a few significant steps we've taken this past year related to this work.

Teachers

The Board approved a teacher bonus in June 2018. On account of CPPAC's fiscal responsibility, we had the opportunity to thank all of our teachers for the vital work they do and give them something concrete to demonstrate how much they mean to the organization and St. Johns community. We sincerely appreciate our teachers and understand the value of consistency for our students.

Volunteers

CPPAC hosted our second annual celebration to thank our growing volunteer base for devoting their time and energy to contribute to this year's success. In particular, their work on the Roots-n-Harmony Annual Benefit Show was professional, selfless, and admirable. It's not surprising we exceeded our goal and raised over $6,000. These dedicated individuals attended monthly planning meetings, giving up their Saturday mornings from November 2017 until the day of the event on May 5, 2018.

Summer Musical Theatre

Our Summer Musical Theatre Workshop continues to introduce progressive ideas related to the holistic health of young performers. Between the vocal warm-ups and scene work, Workshop Directors incorporate mindfulness activities to the daily schedule. One example is something we call "Floor Time". While we have worked on breathing and self-soothing techniques in the past, this year we asked students to lay on the ground in a comfortable position and took them through positive self-talk, visualization exercises, and a series of focused breathing activities. Students were hungry for downtime, permission to stop and think about how they feel, and get more intimate with their own thoughts. Afterwards, students transitioned with calm energy, eager to return with a renewed sense of attention and purpose.

Deepening Intergenerational Roots

The Intergenerational Program just wrapped up its first of two fundraising campaigns on Saturday, September 1. Thanks to the benevolence of our wider community, CPPAC raised over $4,000 in just a few weeks time. Fundraising campaigns are vital to the Intergenerational Program as it is a free program for participants. As the program has grown, we have learned much about intergenerational equity and best practices in the elder care. There is extensive research on the benefits of intergenerational programs and we will continue to be informed by issues affecting everyone in our community.

Director Retreat

Recently, the CPPAC Board of Directors held a retreat to outline goals and initiatives that will support the sustainable growth of CPPAC in the 18/19 season. Here are some of the highlights of our retreat:

We are planning to launch a sponsorship campaign in the coming months. The campaign will help us create partnerships with corporations, small businesses, and individuals to provide more consistent and stable funding sources. If you have any leads, we welcome your input.
We are actively seeking new board members to serve the CPPAC community and welcome qualified candidates within our dynamic St. Johns community to apply. Interviews will begin this month.
After years of planning and strategizing, CPPAC is partnering with Roosevelt HS to begin a FREE choir program for high school students. We are extremely excited to be part of Roosevelt Singers and see the program grow. The impact of a collective voice is greater than the sum of its parts.

The Board of Directors is looking forward to another year of sustainable growth and engaging our beloved community in the wonders of the performing arts.

Thank you for being part of the collective.

CPPAC Board of Directors:
Cristina Marino, Audrey Voon, Joseph Cirillo, and Tiso Panapa

Now Hiring: Strings Teacher

Interested in joining our team of teaching artists? Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective is currently hiring a strings teacher. Please click the button below to learn more about this teaching opportunity. To inquire, please send a letter of interest, three professional references, and resume to: info@cathedralparkarts.org.

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IMAGINE: A Night to Remember

Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective was thrilled to be invited to perform at Bridge Meadows' 13th annual gala, "IMAGINE," on September 20. Singers from the St. Johns Women's Choir joined with Bridge Meadows residents and CPPAC teachers and musicians to perform two special songs for an audience of nearly 400 guests. As community partners and as fellow advocates for intergenerational learning, living, and connectivity, we could not have been prouder to be part of this special night.

A message from Bridge Meadows:

"What an incredible evening at our IMAGINE Gala! We are incredibly grateful for all who attended, sponsored and supported this year's event! The funds raised last night will allow us to expand to more communities and ensure that children who have experienced foster care will have loving forever families, parents will have resources, and elders will live with meaning and purpose. On behalf of the Bridge Meadows Board of Directors, staff, and community members, thank you!"

CLICK HERE to learn more about Bridge Meadows.

Thank You for Deepening Intergenerational Roots!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our donors and supporters of the Intergenerational Program at Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective. A total of $4,658 was raised toward our $5,000 goal, including donations received on and off of Facebook -AND- monthly donations from our new monthly giving circle. We are over the moon to be able to continue to engage our North Portland community through intergenerational learning and intergenerational connectivity this year.

Below are photos of our Summer Garden Party, during which we celebrated the end of summer and the culmination of our Deepening Intergenerational Roots summer giving campaign. Enjoy!

Summer Success!

What a joy it was to see everyone in the studio this summer for Peter Pan Musical Theatre Workshops, Build-a-Band, Vocal Workshop, Summer Sings, and Marimba! Here are just a few snapshots to highlight some of our summertime programs.

Call for Volunteers!

Are you looking to become more deeply involved in your community? Do you enjoy meeting new people and sharing about neighborhood arts programs? Do you find yourself waiting in the lobby during your child's class each week, passing the time on your cell phone? Why not join our front desk team and get class credit in return?

CPPAC is looking for volunteers to manage our front desk on Thursdays from ~4:00-8:00 pm.

CLICK HERE for full position description. To apply, send email inquiry to info@cathedralparkarts.org.

Opera Rehearsal in the Park

If you've never had the opportunity to experience Verdi in one of Portland's fine parks, now is your chance! Portland Opera's annual Open Chorus Rehearsal returns to Director Park with music from their upcoming production of Verdi’s La Traviata. This outdoor concert will feature the Portland Opera Chorus (including CPPAC's very own Executive Director, Cristina Marino!) and Chorus Master & Assistant Conductor Nicholas Fox.

Free and open to the public.

Raising the Barre: The Aspire Project Gala

Help us support our building and community partners, The Aspire Project! Join us for an evening of food, fun and entertainment as we gather to celebrate The Aspire Project and all that they do for our community.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018
5:00-8:30PM
THE VILLAGE BALLROOM
704 NE DEKUM ST
PORTLAND, OR 97211

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Join the St. Johns Community Christmas Choir

If Christmas music is your cup of cocoa we recommend checking out the St. Johns Community Christmas Choir, led by Larissa Hawk. You may recognize Larissa from our CPPAC teaching team in both our studio (vocal workshop and early childhood music & movement) and our intergenerational outreach programs (Bridge Meadows, Harvest Homes, Magnolia Blossom, and St. Johns Swapnplay).

For more information, contact Larissa: larissahawk18@gmail.com / 503-957-2762.

Did you know?

Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective subsidizes classes, workshops, and ensembles so that the community has equitable access to quality music and theatre instruction and experiences. Our organization provides funds through donations received specifically for our Scholarship Program. Donations at events such as our annual benefit show, Roots-n-Harmony, support our Scholarship Program and allow learners of all ages, 0-105 years+, to engage in the performing arts in meaningful ways.

Talk about EASY ways to give...

Looking for an easy and affordable way to support CPPAC? Link your Fred Meyer Rewards card to our nonprofit! It's. So. Easy. Just follow these five simple steps:

Visit the Fred Meyer page HERE.
Login or create your online Fred Meyer account.
Select "Rewards" > "Fred Meyer Community Rewards" > "Re-enroll or link your rewards card now"
Enter our organization name or our new rewards ID number: BL353.
Select "Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective" > "Enroll"

Et voilà! Now, every time you shop, you are helping CPPAC earn a donation. The cream cheese frosting on the cake? You still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, -AND- Rebates, just as you do today!

CALENDAR

Saturday, October 20, 6-8PM
(No Mic) Open Mic
Cathedral Park Music
7427 N Lombard Street, Suite A
Portland, OR 97203

Saturday, October 27, 11AM-1PM
Splash-n-Play Day!
FREE early childhood music & movement classes at Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective

Saturday, October 27, 1-3PM
St. Johns Trick-or-Treat Walk
St. Johns Business District

November 1
Winter Term Registration Opens

November 12
STUDIO CLOSED
Veteran's Day

Saturday, November 17, 6-8PM
(No Mic) Open Mic
Cathedral Park Music
7427 N Lombard Street, Suite A
Portland, OR 97203

November 19-24
STUDIO CLOSED
No classes the week of Thanksgiving.

November 27
#GivingTuesday
Stay tuned for more info about this year's special #GivingTuesday fundraiser at CPPAC!

Saturday, December 8, 3-5PM
Fall Showcase
St. Johns Christian Church
8044 N Richmond Avenue
Portland, OR 97203

Saturday, December 15, 6-8PM
Carols for a Cause
Cathedral Park Music
7427 N Lombard Street, Suite A
Portland, OR 97203

To view our full up-to-date calendar, visit our News + Events page: https://cathedralparkarts.org/news-events/.

Give the Gift of Music & Theatre

When you donate to Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective, you can choose how your contribution is applied. Donations can be applied to any of our programs:

Scholarship Program - Tuition assistance program for students of all ages and varying income levels
Intergenerational Program - Outreach program benefiting community members of all ages at neighborhood assisted living homes
Leadership Program - Summer internship program for high school students to gain experience working with younger children in a mentor-guided setting, starting with our summer musical theatre workshops
Directors' Choice - A fund for all other needs the studio may have, from instruments to pencils and printer paper

Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations to our organization are tax-deductible. Federal tax-exempt ID: 47-4906874.

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CONTACT US

971-350-8383
info@cathedralparkarts.org
8426 N. Lombard Street, Portland, OR
cathedralparkarts.org

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