Senior Recreation Spring 2015

Spring 2015

Senior Recreation A must for 60+

• 4 Levels of Hiking – See pages 7 - 13 • New! Nature of the NW Trips - Spring Birdwatching & Wildflower ID – see page 6 • Fitness, Fine Arts, Dance, Music, Home & Garden, Van Excursions & so much more

Commissioner Amanda Fritz Director Mike Abbaté

RegistRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Go to PortlandParks.org, click on the Register Now tab.

Portland Parks & Recreation

Senior Recreation Telephone: 503.823.4328

Program Coordinator: Kristine Canham Recreation Coordinator: Lucille Dawson Recreation Leader: Alyssa Corning Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Phones answered by Senior Recreation staff 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Phones transferred to the Customer Service Center

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Music....................................................4-5 Ethnic Supper Club................................. 5 Cooking................................................... 5 Nature of the NW................................... 6 Walking & Hiking..............................7-13 Fitness...............................................14-18 Book Club.............................................. 18 Writing.................................................. 18 Home & Garden................................... 19 Senior Active Pass.............................20-21 Meet Us There...................................... 22 Excursions.........................................23-29 Intergenerational Trips.......................... 29 Dance..................................................... 30 Crafts..................................................... 31 Fine Arts...........................................32-35 Registration Information..................36-38 Scholarship Form & Information....39-40 Registration Form................................. 41 Recreation Facilities & Map............42-43 CALENDAR

Scholarships / Financial Assistance

View & register for classes on-line at www.PortlandParks.org or call the Customer Service Center at 503.823.2525.

Spring 2015 Summer 2015 February 23 April 20

City of Portland residents, regardless of age, who require financial assistance, can receive partial to complete scholarships. Scholarship requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

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If you need assistance, call 503.823.4328.

Portland Parks & Recreation CLASS & TRIP LOCATIONS For bus lines, schedules & route information, call Tri-Met at 503.238.RIDE (7433) Meals on Wheels sites (formerly Loaves & Fishes) For additional meal sites call 503.736.6325 Beaumont SUN Community School, 503.916.5615 4043 NE Fremont, 97212

Mt. Scott Community Center, 503.823.3183 5530 SE 72nd, 97206

Centennial SUN Community School, 503.762.3463 17650 SE Brooklyn St., 97236

Multnomah Arts Center, 503.823.2787 7688 SW Capitol Hwy., 97219

Charles Jordan Community Center 503.823.3631 9009 N Foss, 97203 Cherry Blossom Center, 503.256.2381 740 SE 106th, 97216 Community Music Center, 503.823.3177 3350 SE Francis, 97202 East Portland Community Center 503.823.3450 740 SE 106th, 97216

Neighborhood House Senior Center 503.244.5204 7688 SW Capitol Hwy., 97219 Peninsula Park Community Center 503.823.3620 700 N Rosa Parks Way, 97217 Rite Aid Parking Lot 5431 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy., 97221

Elm Court Center, 503.953.8204 1032 SW Main, 97205

Sellwood Community Center, 503.823.3195 1436 SE Spokane, 97202

First Congregational Church, 503.228.7219 1126 SW Park Ave, 97205

SE Multicultural Senior Center 503.988.6300 4610 SE Belmont, 97215

Glenhaven Parking Lot NE 82nd & Siskiyou, 97220 Hollywood Senior Center, 503.288.8303 1820 NE 40th, 97212 IRCO Center, 503.234.1541 10301 NE Glisan, 97220

Southwest Community Center 503.823.2840 6820 SW 45th, 97219 St. Johns Community Center, 503.823.3192 8427 N Central, 97203

Lents Center, 503.953.8206 10325 SE Holgate # 121, 97266

Thelma Skelton Center 503.953.8209 3925 SE Milwaukie, 97202

Matt Dishman Community Center 503.823.3673 77 NE Knott, 97212

Two Rivers Center, 503.953.8201 9009 N Foss, 97203

Montavilla Community Center 503.823.4101 8219 NE Glisan, 97220

NE Multicultural Senior Center 503.988.5470 5325 NE MLK Jr. Blvd., 97232

Woodstock Community Center 503.823.3633 5905 SE 43rd Ave., 97206

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Portland Parks & Recreation MUSIC All Piano courses are held at the Community Music Center, 3350 SE Francis.

Instructor George Cheshier has a Master of Science in Teaching in Music & extensive performance history.

Music Theory

Would you like to know more about the fundamentals? Discover basic principles through the study of keyboard harmony, intervals, tonality, chord functions & progressions. Learn to analyze & better understand repertoire. Comprehension & performance ability will increase dramatically.

Beginning Day/Time: Friday 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm Dates: April 3 - June 5 Cost/#: $63 1022763 Intermediate Day/Time: Tuesday 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm Dates: March 31 - June 2 Cost/#: $63 1022764

Beginning Piano

Continuing Piano

New continuing students must contact Senior Recreation at 503.823.4328 (8 am - 12 pm) for placement prior to registration. Classes are listed in order of difficulty from easiest to most advanced.

Day/Time: Friday 10:00 am - 10:50 am Dates: April 3 - June 5 Cost/#: $63 1022765 Day/Time: Wednesday 11:00 am - 11:50 am Dates: April 1 - June 3 Cost/#: $63 1022766 Day/Time: Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm Dates: April 2 - June 4 Cost/#: $63 1022768 Day/Time: Thursday 11:00 am - 11:50 am Dates: April 2 - June 4 Cost/#: $63 1022769

Comfortable small class setting in state of the art piano lab explores the elements of rhythm, melody & harmony. Learn to read music & play popular songs on full size digital pianos. Students will need to have access to a piano or keyboard to practice at home. Bring $10 for a lesson book.

Day/Time: Tuesday 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm Dates: March 31 - June 2 Cost/#: $63 1022770

Day/Time: Wednesday 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm Dates: April 1 - June 3 Cost/#: $63 1023728

Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 11:50 am Dates: April 3 - June 5 Cost/#: $63 1022773

Day/Time: Friday 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm Dates: April 3 - June 5 Cost/#: $63 1022771

Day/Time: Wednesday 10:00 am - 10:50 am Dates: April 1 - June 3 Cost/#: $63 1022776 Day/Time: Tuesday 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm Dates: March 31 - June 2 Cost/#: $63 1022778 Day/Time: Wednesday 9:00 am - 9:50 am Dates: April 1 - June 3 Cost/#: $63 1022777 Day/Time: Wednesday 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm Dates: April 1 - June 3 Cost/#: $63 1022779 Day/Time: Thursday 10:00 am - 10:50 am Dates: April 2 - June 4 Cost/#: $63 1022780 4 Senior Recreation

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ETHNIC SUPPER CLUB

New students must contact Sellwood Community Center at 503.823.3195 for placement prior to registration.

Piano Private Lesson: It’s never too Late to Start

Always wanted to ‘tickle the ivories’ or just brush up on skills? Designed to challenge anyone who wants to learn or improve. Note-reading, style & rhythm are techniques essential to putting you on the right path! Why wait another minute?

Instructor: Philippa Kaplan Location: Sellwood Community Center 1436 SE Spokane Dates: April 3 - May 1 Day/Time: Friday 9:15 am - 9:45 am Cost/#: $90 1023037 Day/Time: Friday 9:50 am - 10:20 am Cost/#: $90 1023038 Day/Time: Friday 10:25 am - 10:55 am Cost/#: $90 1023039 Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 11:30 am Cost/#: $90 1023040 Day/Time: Friday 11:35 am - 12:05 pm Cost/#: $90 1023041 Dates: May 8 - June 5 Day/Time: Friday 9:15 am - 9:45 am Cost/#: $90 1023049 Day/Time: Friday 9:50 am - 10:20 am Cost/#: $90 1023050 Day/Time: Friday 10:25 am - 10:55 am Cost/#: $90 1023051 Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 11:30 am Cost/#: $90 1023052 Day/Time: Friday 11:35 am - 12:05 pm Cost/#: $90 1023053

Ethnic Supper Club

Seeking fare with ethnic flair? Feast royally on theme cuisine around town & acquaint your palate with delicious foreign dishes from appetizer to dessert. Expand your knowledge of cultures & tastes in a social setting.

Instructor: Merry Enriquez Meet at The Cheese Bar for cheese tasting light supper Location: 6031 SE Belmont St. Day/Time: Tuesday 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Dates: April 7 Cost/#: $28 1023673 Meet at Iorio Restaurant for Italian meal Location: 912 SE Hawthorne Day/Time: Wednesday 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Dates: May 6 Cost/#: $31.75 1023715 Meet at Daraka for Indian cuisine Location: 3962 SE Hawthorne Blvd Day/Time: Monday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Dates: June 15 Cost/#: $21.50 1023716

COOKING

Cooking with Flair!

Awaken those taste buds! From appetizers to sauces, dressing to desserts, discover secrets & tips that make a meal special. Interesting, entertaining & creative ideas add ‘joie de vivre’ to cooking & make you the ‘host with the most’!

Instructor: Carla Manuel Location: Centennial SUN Community School

17650 SE Brooklyn St. Day/Time: Monday 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm No class May 25 Dates: March 30 - June 1 Cost/#: $73.75 1025010

Multnomah County Libraries offer FREE “Beginning Computer & Internet” classes!

Learn how to use a mouse to navigate, use scroll bars & drop-down menus, access websites, & more!

For more information, call 503.988.5234 during Central Library’s open hours, or visit the library’s website: https://multcolib.org/events/beginning-computers-internet.

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Wednesdays 9:30 am - 11:30 am Fee: $9

Leader: Janis Christian

1st Wednesdays 2nd Wednesdays 3rd Wednesdays

Rated

Barcode

Easy 1024706 Moderate 1024708 Difficult 1024713

Dates

4/1, 5/6, 6/3 4/8, 5/13, 6/10 4/15, 5/20, 6/17

Meeting Place

Hollywood Senior Center Laurelhurst Studio Hoyt Arboretum

Miles/Elevation Miles are given for a round trip, except for loop or shuttle hikes, which are one-way.

Elevation is cumulative elevation gain, adding all uphill portions.

Transportation Metro Movers are responsible for their own transportation & meet at the designated parking place. Detailed information on the meeting location & directions will be included on your receipt.

Internet users can review their receipt online.

Hike for Health & Wilderness Hikes transportation to trailhead provided in 15 passenger vans.

Meet at NE 82nd & Siskiyou 15 minutes before departure time.

Park facing 82nd.

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Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge

Mondays & Fridays 10 am - 12 pm

Requirement: The group stays together & no participant walks in front of the leader or falls behind the sweep.

Pre-registration required Fee: $3.00 per hike

To advance to Hike for Health, you must go on the Hike for Health Qualifier or a moderate Metro Mover.

Detailed information on the meeting location & directions will be included on your receipt. Internet users can review their receipt online.

Monday

Hike Leaders: Betsy Riddell, Paula Yocum, Kathy Watson #

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Date

4/13 4/20 4/27 5/4 5/11 5/18 6/1 6/8 6/15

Bar Code Destination

1024468 1024469 1024471 1024475 1024476 1024477 1024478 1024479 1024480

Downtown Estacada Murals Wildwood Recreation Site Steigerwald Lake Wildlife Refuge Magnolia Walk Crystal Springs Garden & Reed Canyon Oxbow Park 4T – Trail, Tram, Trolley, Train Horsetail Falls Loop Lower Salmon River Trail

Meeting Place

Downtown Estacada Welches Washougal, WA Hoyt Arboretum SE Bybee Blvd Gresham Galleria MAX Stop Old Columbia River Hwy Mt. Hood

Rated

Easy Easy Easy Moderate Moderate Moderate Difficult Difficult Moderate

Friday

Hike Leaders: Roberta Foxley, Kathy Gillette, Alan Scott #

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Date

4/17 4/24 5/1 5/8 5/15 5/22 5/29 6/5 6/12 6/19

Bar Code Destination

1024481 1024482 1024483 1024484 1024485 1024486 1024487 1024488 1024523 1024524

Latourell Falls Champoeg Park Fanno Creek Trail Aspen, Wildwood, Wild Cherry Loop Rock Creek Trail Luscher Farms Trail Mt. Talbert Nature Park Tualatin/Durham/Cook Park Trail Springville Forest Park Loop 4T – Trail, Tram, Trolley, Train

Meeting Place

Old Columbia Highway Oak Grove Day Use Area Tigard Public Library Forest Park Orchard Park Lake Oswego SE Mather Rd Tualatin Park Springville Parking Area Forestry Center

Rated

Difficult Easy Easy Difficult Easy Easy Easy Easy Moderate Difficult

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# Bar Code Date & Destination Miles/Elev.

1023406 4/6 Orientation (East Portland Community Ctr., 740 SE 106th)

Time 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

1 1023912 4/14 McDonald Forest (Corvallis) 5.5-lp/1000 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Experience two loop hikes through OSU’s research forest. Highlights include a grove of ancient trees & views of Mary’s Peak & the Willamette valley.

2 1023913 4/21 Herman Creek Pinnacles (OR Gorge) 6-rt/950 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike through a shady forest of stately Douglas fir & bigleaf maples. Visit Herman Creek, a wispy waterfall & a pair of fascinating rock spires.

3 1023914 4/28 Salmon River (Welches) 6-rt/300 8am – 5pm

Moderate. A refreshing riverside hike with views of rapids & an old-growth forest landscape.

Highlights include unusual spring wildflowers & possible merganser sightings.

4 1023915 5/5 Silver Falls State Park (Salem) 7.2-lp/600 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Enjoy this classic loop hike along Silver Creek. Hike past ten waterfalls, with a lunch stop at the historic lodge.

5 1023916 5/12 Siouxon Creek (Amboy) 7.6-rt/700 8am – 5pm

Moderate. A pleasant shaded hike along a clear blue mountain stream with frequent views of rapids & waterfalls.

6 1023917 5/19 Smith Rock (Terrebone) 6.5-rt/400 7am – 7pm

Moderate. A hike along the Crooked River in Smith Rock State Park; spring wildflowers, fantastic views, potential sightings of prairie falcons, river otters & deer. Note early start time.

7 1023918 5/26 S. Breitenbush River (Detroit) 6.4-rt/700 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Hike through an old-growth forest of red cedar, Douglas fir & alder, crossing the river on a series of eclectic bridges.

8 1027065 6/2 Gales Creek (Hwy 6) 6.2-rt/500 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike the well-graded & newly restored trail along Gales Creek in the Tillamook Forest.

9 1023920 6/9 Bayocean Spit (Tillamook) 8-lp/50 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Hike along the beach to the end of the spit, where we’ll have lunch & observe the wildlife. Return on the bay-side trail.

10 1023921 6/16 Rainy Lake (Hood River) 6-rt/700 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike along Waucoma Ridge from Rainy Lake towards Whatum Lake. Enjoy mountain wildflowers & views of the Cascade Peaks.

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Time 1023406 4/6 Orientation (East Portland Community Ctr., 740 SE 106th) 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

11 1024021 4/15 Dry Creek Falls & Pinnacles (OR Gorge) 7.8-rt/1100 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Starting from Cascade Locks, hike to Dry Creek Falls’ 50 ft. narrow water chute & then on to a pair of fascinating rock spires.

12 1024022 4/22 Wahclella & Elowah Falls (OR Gorge) 6-rt/1000 8am – 4pm

Moderate. Two hidden canyon waterfalls are explored on this two part scenic hike.

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4/29 Catherine Creek (Hood River) 7-rt/1000 8am – 5pm Moderate. Enjoy beautiful wildflowers & views of the Gorge near Hood River. Climb along a canyon trail past a rock arch & a nearby hillside creek. Poison oak is near trail.

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5/6 Multnomah & Wahkeena Falls (Gorge) 6-lp/1600 8am – 4pm Difficult. Enjoy a classic jewel waterfall hike of the Columbia River Gorge & a nearby loop hike.

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5/13 Badger Creek (Dufur) 6-lp/400 8am – 6pm Easy. Limit 12. Enjoy botanically diverse forest & wildflowers through this pine-oak grassland area. Follow near the creek to views of huge boulders. Also visit White River Falls.

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5/20 Upper Siouxon Creek (Battleground, WA) 7-rt/700 8am – 5pm Moderate. A pleasant hike next to a clear blue mountain stream, shaded all the way by oldgrowth forest with views of many waterfalls.

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5/27 Central Salmon River (Mt. Hood) 7.2-rt/900 8am – 4pm Moderate. Limit 12. Huge old-growth firs & cedars border this wild river filled with rapids & colorful wildflowers. Climb to a bluff with views of the river twisting through the rugged canyon forest below.

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6/3 Lewis River Falls (Cougar) 7-rt/600 8am – 6pm Moderate. Three colossal falls highlight this riverbank hike in old-growth Douglas fir woods.

Trail conditions may be difficult due to lack of maintenance.

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6/10 Curly Creek & Miller Creek Falls (Cougar) 7-rt/1000 8am – 6pm Moderate. This riverside event combines two waterfalls with a walk along the Lower Lewis River that is known for great steelhead fishing.

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6/17 Falls Creek Falls (Carson) 6-lp/1200 8am – 5pm Difficult. An interesting creek side hike that crosses a 30-foot suspension footbridge enroute to a 3-tiered 200-foot cascading falls. Return via a scramble to the upper trail. Stream crossing.

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Time 1 1024581 4/16 Wahclella Falls (OR Gorge) 7-rt/1300 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike up to Wahclella Falls, follow the Historic Highway to Tooth Rock viaduct & then climb up to Wauna Viewpoint.

2 1024582 4/23 Eagle Creek (OR Gorge) 8-rt/800 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike up the Eagle Creek canyon on this spectacular 100-year-old trail. See diverse wildflowers & Punchbowl Falls while headed to High Bridge.

3 1024583 4/30 Little North Santiam (Salem) 9-rt/900 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Hike along a swiftly flowing scenic river in an old-growth forest with diverse native plant life, hidden waterfalls & emerald pools.

4 1024584 5/7 Siouxon Creek (Amboy) 7.6-rt/700 8am – 5pm

Moderate. A pleasant hike next to a clear blue mountain stream, shaded all the way by older forest with views of many rapids & waterfalls.

5 1024585 5/14 Grassy Knoll (Carson) 6.5-rt/1300 8am – 5pm

Difficult. Climb to a viewpoint above the Gorge. Great wildflowers & views of the River & the Cascades. As spectacular as Dog Mountain but with half of the climbing & no crowds.

6 1024586 5/21 Wilson River Trail (Hwy 6) 7-rt/500 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike along the Wilson River from Jones Creek to the Footbridge trailhead, past the suspension bridge & waterfall. Explore the Forestry Center on the return trip.

7 1024587 5/28 Smith Rock (Terrebonne) 7-lp/1100 7am – 6pm

Difficult. Loop around the park on the new trail. Eagle’s nests, fantastic views, potential sightings of prairie falcons, river otters & deer. See the “PCT” as portrayed in the film “Wild”.

8 1024588 6/4 Badger Creek (Tygh Valley) 8-rt/900 7am – 6pm

Moderate. Limit 12. Enjoy a botanically diverse forest & wildflowers in this pine-oak grassland area. Hike along the creek to views of huge boulders. Also visit White River Falls.

9 1024589 6/11 Cape Lookout (Tillamook) 7.1-1w/1200 8am – 6pm

Moderate. From the beach at the state park, hike out to the tip of the cape. Then return to the highway trailhead.

10 1024590 6/18 PCT Lolo Pass – Bull Run (Zigzag) 9-rt/800 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Lolo Pass along the rim of the Bull Run watershed towards Lost Lake; spring wildflowers.

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Time 11 1024591 4/17 Central Salmon River (Welches) 7.2-rt/900 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Limit 12. Huge old-growth firs & cedars line this wild river filled with rapids & colorful wildflowers. Climb to a bluff with views of the river twisting through the rugged canyon forest below.

12 1024592 4/24 Wahkeena Falls Loop (OR Gorge) 6-lp/1600 8am – 5pm

Moderate. Hike up to Wahkeena Falls & then loop around to Multnomah Falls, returning on a very short stretch of the Historic Highway.

13 1024593 5/1 Catherine Creek (Lyle) 7-rt/1000 8am – 5pm

Moderate. A classic Gorge wildflower hike. This year we are hiking it twice, a month apart.

Hike both & see how the wildflowers change.

14 1024594 5/8 Ecola State Park (Cannon Beach) 8.2-rt/1500 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Hike to the bunker & then the summit from the Indian Beach trailhead.

15 1024595 5/15 Saddle Mountain (Hwy 26) 5.2-rt/1600 8am – 5pm

Difficult. Training hike for Dog Mountain! Hike safely to the summit on the restored erosioncontrolled trail. Note: some portions of the trail are covered with steel mesh.

16 1024596 5/22 Dog Mountain (WA Gorge) 6.9-lp/2820 8am – 6pm

Difficult. Enjoy this classic Gorge hike! There are a few steep bits on the way up, but the view & the wildflowers make it all worthwhile. Slow to moderate pace. Poison oak & ticks.

17 1024597 5/29 Lewis River Falls (Cougar) 7-rt/600 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Three colossal falls highlight this riverbank hike in old-growth Douglas fir woods.

Trail conditions may be difficult from lack of maintenance.

18 1024598 6/5 Falls Creek Falls (Carson) 6.3-lp/1150 8am – 5pm

Moderate. A creek-side hike that crosses a 30-foot suspension footbridge on the way to a 3-tiered 200-foot cascading falls. Possible minor stream crossing.

19 1024599 6/12 PCT Lolo Pass – Bald Mtn (Zigzag) 8-rt/1500 8am – 6pm

Moderate. Limit 12. Hike the Pacific Crest Trail to Bald Mountain. Fantastic close-up views of Mt Hood & Yokum Ridge, if the weather permits.

20 1024600 6/19 Silver Star Mountain (Battleground) 6.4-rt/1900 8am – 6pm

Moderate. From the 4300’ summit, enjoy expansive views of the southwestern Cascades & nearby metro cities.

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Portland Parks & Recreation FITNESS

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

Brainpower Boost

Instructor: Martha Anderson Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th

Instructor: Victoria Morgan Location: Charles Jordan Community Ctr. 9009 N Foss

Day/Time: Thursday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dates: March 19 - March 26 Cost/#: $6 1023725

Day/Time: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: March 17 - March 26 Cost/#: $12 1023726

Day/Time: Thursday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $15 1023717

Day/Time: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: March 31 - April 30 Cost/#: $30 1023005

Day/Time: Thursday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dates: May 7 - June 4 Cost/#: $15 1023718

Day/Time: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: May 5 - June 4 Cost/#: $30 1023007

Learn the role movement plays in managing arthritis. Easy paced class covers range of motion; relaxation methods & special techniques designed to help keep you moving & active. Take supportive measures now to relieve symptoms & maintain flexibility. Instructor certified through the Arthritis Foundation.

Easy Moves

Become more active & start down the road to better health. We show you how through this program, which incorporates light movement into your daily routine.

Instructor: Marty Anderson Location: IRCO Center 10301 NE Glisan Day/Time: Tuesday 10:15 am - 10:45 am Dates: April 7 - June 30

Cost: Free

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Enhance your mind through stimulation & achieve a healthier lifestyle. Gain know-how of the latest activities that assist in becoming & staying mentally acute. Games, fitness & programs that introduce brain-health will be presented. Challenge your brain to create positive change.

Portland Parks & Recreation FITNESS

Exercise Moderate Pace: Essential

Smaller class size will give individuals more personalized training. Build strength & stamina, help increase flexibility. Move at a moderate pace, seated & standing while listening to favorite songs. Good health starts with a commitment to exercise!

Instructor: Philippa Kaplan Location: Sellwood Community Center 1436 SE Spokane Day/Time: Wed. & Fri. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Dates: March 18 - March 27 Cost/#: $18 1023890 Day/Time: Wed. & Fri. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Dates: April 1 - May 1 Cost/#: $45 1023036 Day/Time: Wed. & Fri. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Dates: May 6 - June 5 Cost/#: $45 1023048

Low Impact Cardio

This comprehensive fitness program uses a chair & standing exercises designed to improve physical & mental health. An additional option may include resistance workout with hand weights & dynabands. Improve coordination, cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility & balance!

Instructor: Brooke Claridge Location: Elm Court Center 1032 SW Main Day/Time: Monday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: April 6 - April 27 Cost/#: $13 1022827 Day/Time: Wednesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $13 1022828 Day/Time: Monday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: May 4 - May 18 Cost/#: $13 1022829 Day/Time: Wednesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: May 6 - May 27 Cost/#: $13 1022830 Day/Time: Monday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: June 1 - June 29 Cost/#: $13 1022831 Day/Time: Wednesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: June 3 - June 24 Cost/#: $13 1022832 Instructor: Martha Anderson Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Day/Time: Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: March 19 - March 26 Cost/#: $6 1023727 Day/Time: Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $15 1023719 Day/Time: Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: May 7 - June 4 Cost/#: $15 1023720

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Qigong

Qi means breath in Chinese & gong means applied to a discipline. Qigong is then translated to mean ‘breath work’ or the art of managing breathing to achieve & maintain good health.

Easy movements, seated or standing, enhance energy, mobilization, improve joint flexibility & stamina. Regular practice can reduce stress, establish balance & generate a sense of peace.

Instructor: Terry Louie Location: Elm Court Center 1032 SW Main Day/Time: Tuesday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: April 7 - April 28 Cost/#: $13 1022835 Day/Time: Thursday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $13 1022836

Tai Chi Today

More than 600 years ago this martial art evolved in China as healers searched for a source of physical immortality. Incorporate slow, gentle movements that increase flexibility, balance & lung capacity. Promote stress relief, body awareness, suppleness in your spine & increased stamina.

Instructor: Terry Louie Location: St Johns Community Center 8427 N Central Beginning Day/Time: Tuesday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $15 1023251 Day/Time: Tuesday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dates: May 5 – June 2 Cost/#: $15 1023285

Day/Time: Tuesday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: May 5 - May 26 Cost/#: $13 1022837

Intermediate Day/Time: Monday 9:30 am - 10:30 am Dates: March 30 - April 27 Cost/#: $15 1023252

Day/Time: Thursday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: May 7 - May 28 Cost/#: $13 1022838

Day/Time: Wednesday 9:30 am - 10:30 am Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $15 1023253

Day/Time: Tuesday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: June 2 - June 30 Cost/#: $13 1022839

No class May 25 Day/Time: Monday 9:30 am - 10:30 am Dates: May 4 - June 8 Cost/#: $15 1023286

Day/Time: Thursday 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Dates: June 4 - June 25 Cost/#: $13 1022840

Day/Time: Wednesday 9:30 am - 10:30 am Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $15 1023287 Instructor: Harry Affley Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Day/Time: Tuesday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: March 17 - March 24 Cost/#: $6 1023891 Day/Time: Tuesday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $15 1023721 Day/Time: Tuesday 9:00 am - 10:00 am Dates: May 5 – June 2 Cost/#: $15 1023722

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Yoga In Chairs

Yoga: Fit

Instructor: Brooke Claridge Location: Elm Court Center 1032 SW Main

Instructor: Chad Carver Location: First Congregational Church 1126 SW Park Avenue

Day/Time: Tuesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: April 7 - April 28 Cost/#: $13 1022841

Day/Time: Monday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: April 6 - April 27 Cost/#: $13 1022847

Day/Time: Thursday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $13 1022842

Day/Time: Friday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: April 3 - April 24 Cost/#: $13 1022848

Day/Time: Tuesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: May 5 - May 26 Cost/#: $13 1022843

Day/Time: Monday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: May 4 - May 18 Cost/#: $13 1022849

Day/Time: Thursday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: May 7 - May 28 Cost/#: $13 1022844

Day/Time: Friday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: May 1 - May 29 Cost/#: $13 1022852

Day/Time: Tuesday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: June 2 - June 30 Cost/#: $13 1022845

Day/Time: Monday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: June 1 - June 29 Cost/#: $13 1022853

Day/Time: Thursday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Dates: June 4 - June 25 Cost/#: $13 1022846

Day/Time: Friday 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Dates: June 5 - June 26 Cost/#: $13 1022854

Designed so almost anyone can participate.

Gently works muscles & joints to enhance strength, range of motion, balance & circulation.

Reaches beyond typical exercises as it encourages quiet reflection, proper breathing & better posture. Feel relaxed, refreshed & re-energized.

Originating in India, this centuries old practice of exercise revitalizes both mind & body. Improve focus, release stress & tension while increasing strength & flexibility. An excellent way to learn to gauge & meet the ever changing demands of daily life.

Instructor: Terri Dudek Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Dates: March 20 - March 27 Cost/#: $6 1023911 Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Dates: April 3 - May 1 Cost/#: $15 1023723 Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Dates: May 8 - June 5 Cost/#: $15 1023724

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Portland Parks & Recreation FITNESS

Zumba Gold - Fit

Enjoy modified moves & pacing with the same elements Zumba is known for: zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia & reggaeton.

Exhilarating easy-to-follow moves with an invigorating atmosphere. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly & fun.

Instructor: Laura Neck Location: Woodstock Community Center 5905 SE 43rd Day/Time: Sunday 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm Dates: March 22 - March 29 Cost/#: $6 1023542 Day/Time: Sunday 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Dates: March 22 - March 29 Cost/#: $6 1023543 Day/Time: Sunday 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm Dates: April 5 - May 3 Cost/#: $15 1023540 Day/Time: Sunday 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Dates: April 5 - May 3 Cost/#: $15 1023541 Day/Time: Sunday 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm Dates: May 10 - June 7 Cost/#: $15 1023544 Day/Time: Sunday 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Dates: May 10 - June 7 Cost/#: $15 1023545

READING/WRITING

Book Club

3 months, 2 books, 1 club!

Meet monthly for a lively roundtable discussion on books of choice. Do you fancy biographies, local fiction, bestsellers or short stories? Find new connections exploring the wonderful world of words! Bring two titles or themed reading recommendations with a short synopsis to share with the group. At the first meeting, we will be discussing the memior, “Agelica Huston A Story Lately Told” & then choosing books to read this Spring.

Instructor: Kathy Caricchio Location: Beaumont SUN School 4043 NE Fremont St Day/Time: Wednesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dates: April 8, May 13 & June 10 Cost/#: $15 1024409

Writing Your Memories

Everyone would love to find a journal or diary of their ancestors. Where’s yours? Future generations will cherish the childhood & family stories you prepare for them today. Learn to easily write your thoughts & recollections & preserve them before they disappear.

Instructor: Emily Aulincino Location: Woodstock Community Center 5905 SE 43rd Day/Time: Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $18.50 1023566 Day/Time: Wednesday 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $18.50 1023567

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Portland Parks & Recreation HOME & GARDEN

Floral Design

Learn the basic art to create stunning arrangements for your home that express your creativity. Expand your skills as you experiment with composition & style techniques of the trade.

Delight in lovely aromatic bouquets as your ability blossoms. $20 supply fee payable at first class. Take home a finished arrangement each class. Bring a pair of pruning shears.

Instructor: Mark Vossbrink Location: Charles Jordan Community Ctr. 9009 N Foss, Game Room Day/Time: Friday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dates: April 17, May 15 & June 19 Cost/#: $18 1023033 Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th, Classroom #2 Day/Time: Wednesday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dates: April 15, May 13 & June 10 Cost/#: $18 1023441 Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd Day/Time: Wednesday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dates: April 22, May 20 & June 24 Cost/#: $18 1023928

Growing Bonsai

Translated as ‘tray planting’, a millennia-old art form is still going strong today! Every branch & twig is shaped or eliminated until the chosen image is achieved. Gain insight into history, styles & techniques. This constantly changing & rewarding pastime allows for immense creativity as you choose plant material & container, working toward a harmonious unit. $20 supply fee payable at first class. Take home a finished arrangement each class. Bring a pair of pruning shears.

Instructor: Mark Vossbrink Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th, Classroom #2 Day/Time: Wednesday 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Dates: April 15, May 13 & June 10 Cost/#: $18 1023442 Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd, North Room Day/Time: Wednesday 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Dates: April 22, May 20 & June 24 Cost/#: $18 1023929

Helpline The Multnomah County Aging & Disability Service’s (ADS) 24-Hour Helpline provides specialized information & assistance by telephone, the internet, or in-office, to seniors & adults with disabilities. Needs could include: long-term care, financial assistance, in-home support, counseling, & more. Intervention services are available after hours on an urgent-need basis.

503-988-3646 (voice) or 503-988-3683 (TTY)

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Wheelchair accessible trip.

Please reference the Mobility Rating Guide when choosing trips.

Meet Us There trips are not included in the 3 trip limit.

A van is not provided in these trips.

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Wheelchair accessible trip. * Please reference the Mobility Rating Guide when choosing trips.

Van trips depart promptly at the scheduled time.

Van will arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Participants must meet at pickup location & travel on the van. Return times are approximate.

For bus routes call Tri-Met at 503.238.RIDE (7433).

Tri-Met Lift or Medical Transport riders, please make arrival time 15 minutes prior to departure & pick-up time 15 minutes later than the published return time.

If you use a wheelchair, motorized scooter, walker or are in need of special assistance, please contact Senior Recreation.

Mobility Rating Guide

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Accessible to those using walkers, wheelchairs & motorized scooters

Must be able to maneuver:

+ ++ +++

Door to Door Destinations Continuous Standing & Walking Stairs, Inclines, Distance

You may register for a maximum of 3 trips between 2/23 & 3/1.

On 3/2, you may register or waitlist for as many additional trips as you wish.

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Portland Parks & Recreation VAN EXCURSIONS You may register for a maximum of 3 trips between 2/23 & 3/1.

On 3/2, you may register or waitlist for as many additional trips as you wish.

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Scholarships / Financial Assistance City of Portland residents, regardless of age, who require financial assistance, can receive partial to complete scholarships. Scholarship requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

If you need assistance, call 503-823-4328.

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Portland Parks & Recreation VAN EXCURSIONS You may register for a maximum of 3 trips between 2/23 & 3/1.

On 3/2, you may register or waitlist for as many additional trips as you wish.

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Portland Parks & Recreation VAN EXCURSIONS You may register for a maximum of 3 trips between 2/23 & 3/1.

On 3/2, you may register or waitlist for as many additional trips as you wish.

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Portland Parks & Recreation DANCE

Line Dance: Fitness & Fun

Stay active discovering beginning steps that facilitate easy learning. Turns, walks, grapevines, step touches, heel struts, the count in, syncopation & more are taught with enthusiasm.

Gain confidence to enjoy this form of movement almost immediately.

Instructor: Joyce Mattson Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Day/Time: Tuesday 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates: March 31 - June 2 Cost/#: $37.50 1023404 Instructor: Joan Schilling Location: Matt Dishman Community Ctr. 77 NE Knott Day/Time: Thursday 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $18.75 1023671 Day/Time: Thursday 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates: May 7 - June 4 Cost/#: $18.75 1023672 Instructor: Joan Schilling Location: Hollywood Senior Center 1820 NE 40th Day/Time: Thursday 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $18.75 1022833 Day/Time: Thursday 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Dates: May 7 - June 4 Cost/#: $18.75 1022834

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Line Dance: Fitness & Fun Advancing On Continue to build your skills as you move to the beat of country music! No partners necessary to enjoy these exciting steps, patterns & rhythms.

Get fit in a fun way!

Instructor: Joyce Mattson Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Day/Time: Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dates: March 31 - June 2 Cost/#: $37.50 1023405

Tap Dance - Steps With Ease

Tap your resources! Steps & movements help develop a sense of rhythm & body coordination, improve balance, ankle strength & flexibility while having fun.

Instructor: Judy Tibbles Location: Multnomah Arts Center 7688 SW Capitol Hwy Day/Time: Thursday 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Dates: April 2 - May 28 Cost/#: $115 1022326

Portland Parks & Recreation CRAFTS

Crafts - Stamping Artistic Creations

Experience the excitement of creating special occasion cards using techniques such as sponging, embossing, working with chalks, colored pencils & markers. Add a personal touch to your correspondence.

Instructor: Sherry Alexander Day/Time: Monday 9:30 am - 11:00 am Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd No class May 25 Dates: March 30 - June 8 Cost/#: $27.75 1023927

Sewing - Beginners

Whether you’ve never touched a machine before, haven’t sewn in years, or just want to review the fundamentals, this one is for you! Learn a variety of basic skills such as how to thread a machine & wind a bobbin, uses for different stitches & sewing curved & straight seams, making a casing, constructing a pocket, finishing edges & hemming. Test your new skills by constructing projects like a market bag, apron, or skirt – Masterfully crafted by YOU! Instructor: Julia Chapman Day/Time: Tuesday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Sellwood Community Center 1436 SE Spokane Session 1: Sewing for Beginners Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $90 1026068 Session 2: Upcycle Sewing Skills Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $90 1026069

Crochet For Everyone

Paper Crafting Creations

Save money & make cards that you will be proud to send. Create one-of-a-kind designer cards, stationery, envelopes & gift-bags with simple techniques. Personalize your projects with decorative punches, fancy scissors, unique materials & colorful stamps. $4 supply fee payable at each class. Bring sharp paper cutting scissors.

Instructor: Sherry Alexander Day/Time: Friday 10:30 am - 12:30 am Location: Hollywood Senior Center 1820 NE 40th

Originally developed during the 16th century, ‘chain lace’ acquired its name from the French word for hook. Explore patterns, terms, techniques & skills creating simple or complicated projects at your experience level. Enjoy this relaxing, lifetime hobby anywhere, anytime! Just call & let us know you’re coming! Call for more information.

Instructor: Cleo White Day/Time: Tuesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Sellwood Community Center 1436 SE Spokane Dates:

Cost/#:

April 14, 21, 28 May 12, 19, 26 June 16, 23, 30 $7 drop-in fee

Dates: April 3 - May 1 Cost/#: $20 1026495 Dates: May 8 - June 5

Cost/#: $20 1026496

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Drawing - Colored Pencil Techniques The beauty of drawing is, it takes pencils, paper & a few tools & you’re on your way. Be amazed at the vivid colors, variety of methods & little tricks used to create rich, realistic drawings.

Instructor: Melody Howden Day/Time: Tuesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Hollywood Senior Center 1820 NE 40th Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $27.50 1022937 Dates: May 12 - June 2 Cost/#: $27.50 1022938 Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Tuesday 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm Location: Matt Dishman Community Ctr. 77 NE Knott Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $27.50 1023489 Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $27.50 1023495

Drawing - Charcoal & Pencil

Discover your hidden talents through the basics using charcoal & pencils. Find out how fun & easy it is as it builds the self-confidence of beginners or advanced students! Simpleto-understand instruction taught in a relaxed atmosphere.

Instructor: Melissa Gannon Day/Time: Monday 9:30 am - 11:30 am Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Dates: March 30 - April 27 Cost/#: $27.50 1023403 No class May 25 Dates: May 4 - June 8 Cost/#: $27.50 1023440 Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Friday 9:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Peninsula Park Community Ctr. 700 N Rosa Parks Way Dates: April 3 - May 1 Cost/#: $27.50 1025067 Dates: May 8 - June 5 Cost/#: $27.50 1025077

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Painting - Acrylics

Painting can be relaxing & very inspiring. Gain knowledge of paint colors & uses, brushes, layering, building transparencies, creating depth & distance, composition, value & perspective & more. Step-by-step instruction assists in producing incredible works of art!

Pastel Techniques - Chalk

Artists have long valued this medium for its immediacy in application & fabulous color.

Vibrant tones are mixed on the paper by overlaying or blending, rather than on a palette.

Gain knowledge in composition, shading & value contrast.

Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Tuesday 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Matt Dishman Community Ctr. 77 NE Knott

Instructor: Carolynn Wagler Day/Time: Wednesday 9:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd

Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $27.50 1025115

Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $27.50 1023932

Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $27.50 1025116

Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $27.50 1023933

Painting - Acrylics & Oils

Instructor: Melody Howden Day/Time: Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Montavilla Community Center 8219 NE Glisan

Unleash that hidden talent through individual expression using still life, landscapes, reproductions & photographs. Discover skills in technique & perspective in a relaxing setting.

Instructor: Bonnie Allen Day/Time: Tuesday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $41.25 1023930 Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $41.25 1023931

No class April 24 Dates: April 3 - May 1 Cost/#: $22 1023964 Dates: May 8 - June 5 Cost/#: $27.50 1023965

Pastel Techniques - Oil

Discover the diverse artistic potential of oil pastels. This unique medium utilizes layering & blending to obtain its rich color & painterly characteristics. Class will cover composition & drawing basics while exploring various oil pastel applications & techniques.

Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Tuesday 9:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Peninsula Park Community Ctr. 700 N Rosa Parks Way Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $27.50 1023966 Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $27.50 1023967

Artwork by Instructor: Melody Howden

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Portland Parks & Recreation FINE ARTS

Watercolor: All Levels

Express your creativity exploring basic to advanced methods. Use techniques such as sketching, mixed colors & laying washes to develop a unique style. Discover elements of light & shadow, composition & texture that you can bring to all the visual arts. Supply list included with receipt (except Grout).

Instructor: Robin Berry Day/Time: Monday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Montavilla Community Center 8219 NE Glisan

Instructor: Carolynn Wagler Day/Time: Wednesday 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Location: Mt Scott Community Center 5530 SE 72nd

No class April 20 Dates: March 30 - April 27 Cost/#: $22 1023649

Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $27.50 1023666

No class May 25 Dates: May 4 - June 8 Cost/#: $27.50 1023650 Instructor: Melissa Gannon Day/Time: Monday 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location: East Portland Community Center 740 SE 106th Dates: March 30 - April 27 Cost/#: $34.50 1023407 No class May 25 Dates: May 4 - June 8 Cost/#: $34.50 1023443 Instructor: Richard Armstrong Day/Time: Monday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Grout SUN Community School 3119 SE Holgate Blvd No class May 25 Dates: May 4 - June 8 Cost/#: $27.50 1026488 $15 material fee due at first class Instructor: Melody Howden Day/Time: Tuesday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Hollywood Senior Center 1820 NE 40th Dates: March 31 - April 28 Cost/#: $27.50 1022881 Dates: May 5 - June 2 Cost/#: $27.50 1022882

Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $27.50 1023667 Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Friday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Charles Jordan Community Ctr. 9009 N Foss Dates: April 3 - May 1 Cost/#: $27.50 1023006 Dates: May 8 - June 5 Cost/#: $27.50 1023008 Instructor: Carolynn Wagler

Pastel Techniques - Oil

Discover the diverse artistic potential of oil pastels. This unique medium utilizes layering & blending to obtain its rich color & painterly characteristics. Class will cover composition & drawing basics while exploring various oil pastel applications & techniques.

Instructor: Caitlin Moline Day/Time: Thursday 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Location: Montavilla Community Center 8219 NE Glisan No class April 23 Dates: April 2 - April 30 Cost/#: $22.00 1026217 Dates: May 7 - June 4 Cost/#: $27.50 1026218

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Portland Parks & Recreation FINE ARTS

Watercolor - Chinese Brush Art

Experience a graceful form of painting. Apply simple strokes & flourishes with inks & bamboo brushes, creating birds, fish, flowers or other shapes on rice paper. Gain insight into shading techniques through this ancient art form. Create the kind of paintings you’ve always dreamed of.

Supply list included in receipt.

Instructor: Frances Li Day/Time: Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Neighborhood House Senior Ctr. 7688 SW Capitol Hwy. No class April 8 Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $22 1022935 No class May 13 Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $22 1022936

Watercolor - Chinese Brush Art Advancing On

Study this watercolor style in-depth through detailed instruction on quality of stroke & relationship between color & composition.

Gain skill & feel pride in your accomplishment.

A variety of subjects, such as floral, animal & landscapes will be explored. Supply list included in receipt.

Instructor: Frances Li Day/Time: Wednesday 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Neighborhood House Senior Ctr. 7688 SW Capitol Hwy. No class April 8 Dates: April 1 - April 29 Cost/#: $22 1022883 No class May 13 Dates: May 6 - June 3 Cost/#: $22 1022934

Handbuilding With Clay - Beginning

Let’s play with clay! Explore the art of ceramics while creating treasures to take home. Craft hand-built bowls or sculpture while exploring pinch, coil and slab forms. Gain knowledge of the fundamentals in a creative, nurturing environment. All materials included. Class held in Room 33 of the Neighborhood House Senior Center. Students are encouraged to wear clothing that can get a little dirty. Class includes a tour of the MAC Ceramics Studio, along with all materials. Open studio not included.

Instructor: Annette Lansing Day/Time: Friday 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm Location: Multnomah Arts Center 7688 SW Capitol Hwy Dates: April 3 - May 8 Cost/#: $62 1022245

Handbuilding With Clay - Intermediate Let’s play with clay! Explore the art of ceramics while creating treasures to take home. Craft hand-built bowls or sculpture while exploring pinch, coil and slab forms. Gain knowledge of the fundamentals in a creative, nurturing environment. Prerequisite: Handbuilding with Clay for Seniors – Beginning. All materials included. Class held in Room 33 of the Neighborhood House Senior Center. Students are encouraged to wear clothing that can get a little dirty. Class includes a tour of the MAC Ceramics Studio, along with all materials. Open studio not included.

Instructor: Annette Lansing Day/Time: Friday 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm Location: Multnomah Arts Center 7688 SW Capitol Hwy Dates: May 22 - June 19 Cost/#: $56 1022246

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Registration

Class Enrollment

Receipt of full payment is required for registration, unless otherwise arranged. Please call if you receive a returned check or declined bank card notice, either of which void registration.

Our classes must meet minimum & maximum enrollment standards. Classes may fill quickly or be canceled due to low enrollment.

Resident / Non-Resident

Please notify us at least five (5) business days (Monday-Friday), unless otherwise specified, before the start of your program so that we can refund or credit your account for the registration fee. Pre-paid materials & admission tickets cannot be refunded. Participants needing to withdraw after the program has begun are offered a prorated credit or refund based upon when the request is made.

A resident is:

Registration Information

• anyone who occupies a permanent residence inside the city limits of Portland. At the discretion of a Community Center Director, proof of home address may be required.

Acceptable address verification may include a 1) drivers license, 2) Oregon ID card, 3) property tax statement, 4) utility bill or lease agreement with current home address.

• any child living within the school boundaries of the Reynolds & Centennial School Districts who is attending a SUN Community School. Through a partnership between the City & County, a child attending a SUN Community School is eligible to register for programs at any SUN Community School location without paying a non-resident surcharge.

Anyone else is considered a non-resident (NR) & will be assessed a 40% surcharge. NR surcharges do not apply to drop-in activities.

Non-residents who wish to register for PP&R activities may choose one of these options: • Pay the additional 40% NR fee.

• Purchase a NR fee discount pass as either an individual or family for a period of three, six or nine months from the date of purchase.

The NR discount pass takes 25% off the NR fee for the activity. Inquire about this option at time of registration. These passes are not refundable.

Non-resident Pass Prices 3-month pass: Individual $25 Family $50 6-month pass: Individual $45 Family $90 9-month pass: Individual $65 Family $130 A family denotes a couple (married or domestic) or a single parent & their legal dependents living in the same residence.

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Withdrawal & Refunds

Refund request timeframe requirements 1st Day of class Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Latest time of notification Prior Monday at noon Prior Tuesday at noon Prior Wednesday at noon Prior Thursday at noon Prior Friday at noon Prior Monday at noon Prior Monday at noon

Scholarships City of Portland residents, regardless of age, who require financial assistance may apply for partial scholarships. Contact individual centers for information.

Notice Of Non-Discrimination PP&R programs & services reflect the cultural diversity of our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age or ability.

Special Needs

Customer Satisfaction

Within the American with Disability Act (ADA), a person with a disability or special need who desires assistance with registration and/or participation in general PP&R programs can contact Inclusion Services at please call 503-823-4333 or 711 (TRS). If you request assistance through Inclusion Services, a minimum of 10 business days (Monday-Friday) advance notice is required.

Your satisfaction is our goal! Portland Parks & Recreation strives for 100% customer satisfaction. If you are not satisfied with a recreation program or service, please let us know.

Photo policy Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) reserves the right, & may give permission to the media, to photograph classes, programs, & participants at any of our facilities & properties or any sponsored activity. Please be aware that these photos are for promotional purposes & may be used in future publications & media communications in any format.

If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform staff & we will make reasonable efforts to honor your request. If you see staff taking pictures, & you do not wish to be photographed, please let us know.

If you see a photo of yourself or a family member that causes you concern, please notify us. As a courtesy, we will make every reasonable effort to dispose of the image, & will not use it in future publications. However, we will not be able to retrieve, destroy or discontinue existing printed publications in which the photograph may have been included.

For information on other PP&R services & programs, call our Information Hotline at 503-823-PLAY (7529), Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm.

Inclement Weather If the City of Portland public school districts (Portland Public, Parkrose, David Douglas, Reynolds, & Centennial) are closed because of weather conditions, PP&R classes & youth basketball in those school districts are cancelled.

However, some sites may be open for dropin activities. Call the specific PP&R facility for information & opening/closing times. If inclement weather is forecast on weekends or holidays, call the PP&R facility or program for operating hours & activity cancellations. donations: Senior Recreation works cooperatively with Portland area Senior Centers & Loaves & Fishes.

In support of these programs, participants who are financially able are encouraged to make a facility donation.

Receive a catalog in the mail: If you have registered for a Senior Recreation class within the last twelve months you will automatically receive next term’s schedule in the mail, as long as the address we have for you is current.

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Registration Information

If you need a sign language interpreter or FM loop amplifier, please contact please call 503-823-4333 or 711 (TRS), at least five business days in advance of the activity or class. Information about programs & services is available online for those needing a voice synthesis; visit our website at www.

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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION for Classes & Programs THIS FORM IS FOR CLASSES & PROGRAMS ONLY. FOR INFORMATION ON MEMBERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER. FACILITY NAME:____________________________________ PROGRAM/ACTIVITY:______________________________ Portland Parks & Recreation recognizes that some residents of the City of Portland require financial assistance to attend certain recreational activities. A limited number of scholarships are available for those who qualify. The information requested below is confidential and necessary to help determine the degree of need for each applicant. ALL information must be filled in or the application will be returned unaccepted. If you are applying for multiple scholarships, a separate application is required for each participant and for each activity. Please allow a minimum of 2 working days to process your scholarship. Call or come in to the recreational facility to confirm approval of your scholarship.

Proof of income is required with ALL scholarship applications. Please see reverse for more information and valid forms of income verification.

Participant’s Name: _______________________________________________________________ Age: ___________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ City________________________________________ State:_______________________ Zip Code: ______________________ Daytime Phone:________________________________________ Evening Phone: ____________________________________ This scholarship will be used for: Activity: ___________________________________ Barcode:________________________ Our program does not allow us to cover the program fee completely, so please enter an amount that is possible for you to pay.

State the financial need which makes it impossible for you to pay entire fee: __________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR YOUTH REGISTRATIONS ONLY: Father’s Name: ____________________________________________ Employer:____________________________________ Mother’s Name: ___________________________________________ Employer:_____________________________________

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Participant / Parent / Guardian Signature FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:

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Notes:

Date Received: ____________________ Date Approved: ____________________ Regular Program Fee: $ ________________ Term: ___________________________ Dates Phoned: _____________________ Less Scholarship Amt: $ ________________ Program Manager Signature: _________________________________________ Total Participant Fee: $ ___________________ Dates Phoned: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Sustaining a healthy park and recreation system to make Portland a great place to live, work and play. www.PortlandParks.org • Commissioner Amanda Fritz • Director Mike Abbaté

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Scholarship Form

Knowing that the normal fee for this program is $_______________ what do you think you can pay? $_______________

VERIFICATION OF INCOME ELIGIBILITY When applying for a scholarship, Portland Parks & Recreation requires a copy of your latest 1040 Income Tax Form or other accepted form to verify your income (see below). This information must be update with each subsequent scholarship request. Portland Parks & Recreation values your privacy and will make every effort to ensure information provided remains confidential.

Number of children living at home: ___________Number of adults in household: __________ TOTAL YEARLY FAMILY INCOME (include child support if applicable):

o 0 to $19,239 o $19,240 to $25,899 o $25,900 to $32,559

o $32,560 to $39,219 o $39,220 to $45,879 o $45,880 to $52,539

o $52,540 to $59,199 o $59,200 to $65,859 o Over $65,859

Scholarship Form

ACCEPTABLE forms of income verification (please check form used): _____ _____ _____ _____ _____

Most recent 1040 income tax return Proof of current Social Security benefits (SSA Benefit Statement or SSA-1099) Proof of disability pay (SSI) Proof of current OHP (Oregon Health Plan – striped medical paper with client info on it) Oregon Trail (food stamps) award letter

UNACCEPTABLE forms of income verification: • Bank Statements • Paycheck stubs • Individual W-2’s • Plastic Oregon Trail Card • WIC To the best of my knowledge, the information provided on the Verification of Income Eligibility form is accurate.

I understand that misrepresenting could result in an inability to receive Portland Parks & recreation scholarships in the future.

Signature of Participant (18 & older or Parent/Guardian)

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY After review by staff, proof of eligibility was:

q Return to customer Date: _______________ q Shred Date: _______________

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Date

CHECK ONE:

 New Customer

 Taken class with PP&R before  My account information has changed

Main Contact Name _______________________________________________________________________ Birthdate ___________________________ M_____ F_____ CIRCLE ONE:

African immigrant White

American Indian/Alaska Native Slavic/Eastern European Immigrant

Black/African American Asian

Hispanic/Latino Multi-Racial

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Other

Home Address ________________________________________________________________________ City/St/Zip _______________________________________________ Home Phone ( _________)________________________________________________ Work Phone ( _________)_________________________________________________ Cell Phone ( _________)_____________________________________________ Email Address _______________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact Name & Phone Number ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Portland Parks & Recreation welcomes individuals with disabilities and special needs into programs. Please describe any accommodations needed for successful inclusion: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ PARTICIPANT INFORMATION Name (last, first)

Birthdate

M/F

Class Title

Course #

Class Location

Non-Residents of the City of Portland pay a 40% surcharge. Or you may purchase a non-resident pass at the amounts listed below. List pass price or 40% surcharge in column at right and add to your total.

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Passholder name

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Cost

Subtotal

date ______/______/______

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I need a pass. Circle one: 3-month | 6-month | 9-month Circle one: Individual | Family Name of person(s) needing pass ______________________________________________________________________________ 3-month pass: individual $25; family $50 | 6-month pass: individual $45; family $90 9-month pass: individual $65; family $130

40% non-resident surcharge or pass price

Registration Form

 I already have a non-resident pass. Kind of card

Start Date

Total

 I do not want a pass. I choose to pay the 40% surcharge.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION Name (last, first)

Birthdate

M/F

Class Title

Course #

Class Location

Non-Residents of the City of Portland pay a 40% surcharge. Or you may purchase a non-resident pass at the amounts listed below. List pass price or 40% surcharge in column at right and add to your total.

 I already have a non-resident pass. Duration

Passholder name

______-month

Purchase date ______/______/______

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 I need a pass. Circle one: 3-month | 6-month | 9-month

Circle one: Individual | Family Name of person(s) needing pass ______________________________________________________________________________ 3-month pass: individual $25; family $50 | 6-month pass: individual $45; family $90 9-month pass: individual $65; family $130

Start Date

Cost

Subtotal 40% non-resident surcharge or pass price Total

 I do not want a pass. I choose to pay the 40% surcharge.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

 CHECK

Check number_____________________

 CREDIT CARD Account #

(make check payable to the City of Portland)

Information

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Cardholder’s Name_____________________________________________________ Please print

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Expires ____________________________________

Signature______________________________________________________________

 VISA  MasterCard  Amex

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Recreation Programs and Facilities – referenced to the map North & Northeast portland 1. Beaumont SUN Community School

4043 NE Fremont • 503-916-5615 2. Columbia Swim Pool

7701 N. Chautauqua • 503-823-3669 3. Delta Park Sports Complex

Delta Park • 503-823-1656 4. Faubion SUN Community School

3039 NE Rosa Parks Way • 503-916-5694 5. Grant Swim Pool (summer only)

2300 NE 33rd • 503-823-3674

9. Peninsula Park Community Center

& Swim Pool (summer only)

700 N. Rosa Parks Way

503-823-3620 • Pool: 503-823-3677 10. Pier Park Swim Pool (summer only)

N. Seneca & St Johns • 503-823-3678 11. Portland Tennis Center

324 NE 12th • 503-823-3189 12. Roseway Heights SUN Community School

7334 NE Siskiyou • 503-916-5865 13. Senior Recreation

426 NE 12th • 503-823-4328 V/TDD

6. IFCC - Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center

5340 N. Interstate • 503-823-4322

14. Sitton SUN Community School

9930 N. Smith • 503-916-5654

7. Matt Dishman Community Center & Swim Pool, 77 NE Knott • 503-823-3673

15. St Johns Community Center 8427 N. Central • 503-823-3192

8. Montavilla Community Center & Swim Pool

(summer only) 8219 NE Glisan

503-823-4101 • Pool: 503-823-3675

16. St Johns Racquet Center

7519 N. Burlington • 503-823-3629

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17. Charles Jordan Community Center

9009 N. Foss • 503-823-3631

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18. Arleta SUN Community School

5109 SE 66th • 503-916-6332

37. Alice Ott SUN Community School

12500 SE Ramona • 503-823-2279

19. Buckman Swim Pool

320 SE 16th • 503-823-3668

38. Centennial SUN Community School

17650 SE Brooklyn • 503-823-5397

20. Community Music Center

3350 SE Francis • 503-823-3177

39. East Portland Community Center & Pool

740 SE 106th • 503-823-3450

21. Creston Swim Pool (summer only)

SE 44th & Powell • 503-823-3672

40. Parkrose SUN Community School

12003 NE Shaver • 503-408-2640

22. Grout SUN Community School

3119 SE Holgate • 503-916-6421

Golf Courses

23. Lane SUN Community School

7200 SE 60th • 503-916-2910

41. Eastmoreland Golf Course

2425 SE Bybee Blvd • 503-775-2900

24. Laurelhurst Studio

3756 SE Oak • 503-823-4101

42. Heron Lakes Golf Course –

Great Blue and Greenback

3500 N. Victory Blvd • 503-289-1818

25. Mt Scott Community Center & Swim Pool

5530 SE 72nd • 503-823-3183 26. Mt Tabor SUN Community School

5800 SE Ash • 503-916-2915 27 Sellwood Community Center

1436 SE Spokane • 503-823-3195 28. Sellwood Swim Pool (summer only)

SE 7th & Miller • 503-823-3679 29. Woodstock Community Center

5905 SE 43rd • 503-823-3633 West Portland 30. Children’s Museum

Washington Park • 503-223-6500 31. Fulton Park Community Center

68 SW Miles • 503-823-3180 32. Hillside Community Center

653 NW Culpepper Terr • 503-823-3181 33. Multnomah Arts Center

7688 SW Capitol Hwy • 503-823-2787 34. Pittock Mansion

3229 NW Pittock Drive • 503-823-3624 35. Southwest Community Center & Swim Pool

6820 SW 45th • 503-823-2840 36. Wilson Swim Pool

1151 SW Vermont • 503-823-3680

43. RedTail Golf Course

8200 SW Scholls Ferry Rd • 503-646-5166 44. Rose City Golf Course

2200 NE 71st • 503-253-4744

Other PP&R programs and facilities: Information Hotline – in Spanish, too! 503-823-PLAY Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation 503-823-4333 or 711(TRS) Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden 503-771-8386 Customer Service & Permit Center 503-823-2525 Environmental Education 503-823-3601 Hoyt Arboretum 503-865-8733 Japanese Gardens 503-223-1321 Lan Su Chinese Garden 503-228-8131 Leach Botanical Garden 503-823-9503 Portland Community Gardens 503-823-1612 Portland International Raceway (PIR) 503-823-RACE Portland Parks Foundation 503-802-5757 Rose Garden Store – Washington Park 503-227-7033 Sports Office 503-823-5126 Urban Forestry (tree care) 503-823-4489 Volunteer Program 503-823-5121

For complete information on Portland Parks & Recreation, go to www.PortlandParks.org

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