This from 3E Strategies. Doesn't this make more long-term sense than drilling for more oil (a stop gap measure at best)? -hoc
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Join 3EStrategies and Climate Solutions Saturday, September 27 for one of the largest grassroots days of action in our nation's history!!
This election season, it's up to us to make it absolutely clear:
Oregon is ready to kick-start our clean energy economy!
On Saturday, September 27th, please join your community, and tens of thousands of people across the country for Green Jobs Now: A Day to Build the New Economy. On this day of action, we can make it clear to state and federal legislative candidates:
We're READY to build an inclusive green economy and we expect our state's elected officials to lead the way!
When:
Saturday, September 27, 2008
10:00-11:00 am
Where:
E2 Powered Solar Factory
840 SE Woodland Blvd, Suite 100
Bend, Oregon 97702 (if lost call: 206.351.5646)
Who:
YOU the citizens!
Bend Mayor Abernethy
Cylvia Hayes, 3E Strategies
Joelle Robinson, Climate Solutions
PV Powered representative
Mike Hewitt, E2 Powered
Click here to let us know you'll be there to help send a powerful message.
This event will take place at the E2 Powered solar factory in Bend. E2 was recently contracted to install solar panels on the Redmond airport and has an exciting project with a new elementary school.
At the event, Bend Mayor Abernethy will share how Bend is positioning itself in the sustainability arena. Cylvia Hayes, of 3EStrategies, is coordinating development of clean tech jobs for the State of Oregon and will discuss the upcoming green collar job opportunities throughout Oregon. Joelle Robinson, Climate Solutions, will outline policies needed to move our green economy to the next level. Kelli and Mike Hewitt, E2 Powered owners, will speak about real green jobs and the bredth of their impact on the local economy.
After the speakers, local community members will put on green hard hats to create a visual display of their message: "We're Ready For Green Jobs Now!" They will then be given a tour of the E2 Powered factory and showroom. Event organizers will collect petition signatures urging elected officials to champion strong climate solutions and investments in green jobs training programs. This petition will be delivered to Oregon state and congressional leaders. Our state legislators and members of Congress will be able to see for themselves that their constituents are demanding bold action !
Click here to let us know you'll be there. Show your support and see where Oregon is headed on Saturday September 27!
For more information on the National Day of Action for Green Jobs Now, please visit: www.greenjobsnow.com
Many Thanks,
Joelle
Questions & RSVP
Joelle Robinson, Climate Solutions Field Director
721 NW Ninth Ave. Ste. 236
Portland, OR 97209
(206) 351-5646
www.climatesolutions.org
Monday, September 22, 2008
9/27 Green Jobs Now: Day to Build the New Economy
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
9/29 Jackalope Grill-Saviah Cellars Winemakers Dinner
Saviah Cellars Winemakers Dinner
Mon., Sept. 29: Saviah Cellars Winemakers Dinner - limited seating, call for reservations 541-318-8435.
Also, The Jackalope Grill will be closed Tuesday September 23 for a private party.
For more, go to jackalopegrill.com.
september @ thump
File this in the "better late than never" folder. -hoc
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ART: Vima Lupwa Homes Zambian Children’s Art (throughout September)
This month, Thump Coffee showcases art created by children living at the Vima Lupwa Home in Luanshya, Zambia. Vima Lupwa, the locally-based nonprofit founded by Bend native and Central Oregon Community College student Malerie Pratt, provides a loving foster home for a handful of the most needy among Zambia’s more than one million orphans.
Featured artists include Melody Banda, age 12; Mwape P. Malubeni, age 11 and Malama Membe, age 16, who runs the home’s bicycle repair business. The framed art will be available for purchase, and all proceeds support Vima Lupwa Homes and its mission.
Pratt, who recently returned from more than a month in Zambia, walked 10-kilometers to the nearest Internet connection to send an update on the Vima Lupwa children: “These are completely different children than I left last year. There is a peacefulness that has come over the house. The aggressive behavior they came with is no longer needed for survival. I am happy to report how successful this home has been and what incredibly patient parents Violet and Mr. Mwala are.”
Violet Membe, a Zambian social worker and mother of two, co-founded the Vima Lupwa Home with Pratt. She and her husband raise the foster children as part of their family, providing a truly Zambian upbringing where they are raised with their own culture, values and religion.
For more about the Vima Lupwa Homes project, as well as photos and biographies of the children, go to www.lupwahomes.org.
Traditional Cappuccino Happy Hour, Fridays, 2:30pm to close
Join us every Friday for a celebration of the classic Italian espresso drink, the Traditional Cappuccino. During TradCap Happy Hour - or Cappy Hour, if you will - enjoy half-priced traditional espresso drinks, dopios, macchiatos, and traditional cappuccinos. Many people have never ventured to try these delightful little drinks. No syrup, no chocolate, just espresso and perhaps a small embrace of milk steamed to sweet, velvety perfection!
CUPPING: Sunday, September 21, 1:30 -2:30 pm
Come join this low-key exploration of the ins and outs of tasting coffee like the pros. Cuppings are usually the third Sunday of the month at 1:30 pm.
Thump Coffee is located in downtown Bend at 25 NW Minnesota Ave. For details, visit www.ThumpCoffee.com or call 541-388-0226.
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Vima Lupwa Homes: Upcoming Events + Ways to Help
This just in from Vima Lupwa Homes. -hoc
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VIMA LUPWA HOMES
Home for orphaned and vulnerable children in Zambia
"We care and bring families together"
The Vima Lupwa Home has lots of ways you can get involved and help. Please contact us if you are interested in helping with any of these events:
Garage Sale
September 27th - 8:30 to 3:30
440 NW Congress St. Bend Oregon
Volunteers needed all day.
If you would like to donate please only drop off clean, nice, sell-able items anytime prior to the 27th.
Fall Festival
The Fall Festival booth Oct. 4 and 5 in Bend, Oregon. This involves helping to put up and take down as well as manning the booth. We will be selling lots of awesome African merchandise as well as give out information about Vima Lupwa Home in Zambia. Any volunteer time would be really appreciated.
Holiday Cards
We are again selling our annual children's art holiday cards. The cards are sold in bunches of 10 (all recycled paper with soy-based ink). We would like to start selling cards late October to early November. Last year it was a great success and we need all the help we can get. This could involve selling them at local schools, downtown, at functions, to your friends and family, your choice -- any help would be great!
2009 Calendars
Thanks to Richard from Nativity Lutheran we will be selling a 2009 calendar featuring our Lupwa kids and their art work. We need to get the word out for these to be a success.
Your own ideas
Your ideas are welcome. If you have fundraising idea to help our home for children in Zambia we would love to hear it. No matter your age or experience these are all of our children and it takes all of us for this home to be success.
Thank you for your time.
-Malerie & Marlena
lupwahomes.org
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Giant Loop: What I Did During Summer Vacation
Friends, I've been up to my eyeballs launching this project with my friend and co-conspirator David Wachs, graphic artist, landscape painter and desert-rat dualsport motorcycle touring maniac:
Giant Loop Saddle Bag
We're very excited about it, and I'd really appreciate it if you can pass the word along to those who might get it.
Skol,
Harold Olaf Cecil
partner
giant loop llc
bend, oregon
rideatgiantloopmotodotcom
A Call For Help from Rise Up
This from Bend artist Sheri Foster. -hoc
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I am wondering if you would like to help in the Art For India Fundraiser OR if you would like to donate an artful item for the auction. It doesn't need to be much...last year we had items that sold for between $10 and $500, but it needs to be artful( I looked around my house and donated some items). I am also looking for volunteers that might want to help. Here's some ideas:
1.Paint an Adirondack chair...they sold well last year. I'll supply the kit and finish with a clear coat.
2.Pre-sell tickets to the fundraiser.
3.If you work with kids, get them involved in donating an art project or something.
4.Sell sponsorships for the event
5.Help with organization of the event
6.Donate auction item
If you have any desire to help in any way, please contact me. Thanks and have a great day.
RISE UP INTERNATIONAL
sherilfoster@yahoo.com
Cell 503.551.5174
RISE UP INDIA weblog
http://riseupindia.wordpress.com/
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Blacksmith Wednesday Tastings: August = Wine
Here's the line up:
Aug 6 = Sparkling Wines of the World
Aug 13 = Chardonnays of the World
Aug 20 = Pinot Noirs of the World
Aug 27 = Syrahs of the World (with John Aylward, Certified Wine Educator)
For $10, tasters sample approximately five wines. Party starts at 5pm.
More details to come – sign-up for the the Blacksmith’s B-List and be the first to know: www.bendblacksmith.com.
The Blacksmith Restaurant is nationally known for Chef Gavin McMichael's New Ranch Cuisine. A recent renovation includes a new lounge and full bar, designed in backlit alabaster. The Blacksmith is located in downtown Bend in the historic Pearson Blacksmith Building, 211 NW Greenwood Avenue. For reservations and info, visit www.bendblacksmith.com or call 541-318-0588.