ASIA CHINESE CLASSES

Singing, Dancing, Learning, Listening, Speaking In Chinese Classes offered by ASIA for children 4-8 and adults January 5 - March 8, 2008.

Register by Saturday, December 15, 2007.

Click here for flyer and registration form.
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WINTER TERM CHINESE CLASSES

Yufang Wang Chinese Learning Center will start the winter classes from 1/4/08 to 3/21/08 for the locations in Beaverton, NE 43rd Ave. at Portland, West Linn both for children and adults' chinese classes. If you are interested in continuing the class, please contact us. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Happy holidays, and best regards,
Yufang
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SUPPORT WESTSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOL MANDARIN PROGRAM

A group of parents interested in adding a Mandarin immersion language program to one of the SW Portland public school clusters (elementary, middle and high school) are asking Portland Public Schools (PPS) and the PPS board of directors to add a second Mandarin immersion program.

Presently, the only option for children interested in attending a 1/2 day Mandarin immersion program through the public school system is to attend the Cleveland cluster located in SE Portland. For some parents, that locations is not practical or possible. We are asking for a second program to be set up the same way as the successful Cleveland cluster program, for schools located on the West side of Portland so that more children will have the option to attend this program.

You can show your support of this effort by signing your name to their website http://chinese.weareahappyfamily.com/. This website is being shown to PPS and their board, so they are asking you to sign it as soon as possible. Please include your own comments about why you are in support of adding Mandarin immersion to the West side of Portland. They have a meeting set with the PPS Administrators the week of December 3rd so the more parents that sign the petition, the more support they will see and hopefully make our dream a reality. If you have any questions about our efforts, please contact us at our e-mail mandarinswpdx@gmail.com.
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NI HAO KAI LAN DELAYED TO FEBRUARY '08

Nick Jr. has delayed the debut of Ni Hao Kai Lan from October 2007 to February 2008. See: http://www.nickjr.com/shows/ni-hao-kai-lan/index.jhtml for more details on the show.
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PRIVATE TOUR OF CHINESE GARDEN FOR FCC MEMBERS OCT. 13

Saturday, October 13, 2007 at 3:00-4:30pm

An EXCLUSIVE and FREE tour of the Gardens for FCC members and their guests!

Come learn about what makes the Garden special. Did you know that 500 tons of Tai Hu rocks were shipped from China?

Find out how to grow and nurture these plants in your own garden. Replicate the serene setting. Learn about the “5 Elements” making this a one-of-a-kind place. After the tour, enjoy a cup of tea at the Teahouse (charged separately).

Space is limited! Please RSVP to Jill Chen at jtchen55@yahoo.com

We meet at the Garden located between NW 2nd and 3rd and NW Flanders and Glisan in Old Town/Chinatown.

For more information on the Garden, visit http://www.portlandchinesegarden.org/
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FCC HALLOWEEN PARTY OCTOBER 21

FCC Halloween Party

Sunday, 10/21/07
2:30-5:00 pm
Friendship Masonic Lodge
5626 NE Alameda St.


Come to our first ever FCC Halloween party! There will be free festivities including games, crafts, and food. There will be lots to do for kids from 1-12 years old. Come in costume if you wish. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions please contact Holly Odil at hollyleaf75@hotmail.com

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NW CHINA COUNCIL PROGRAMS

Chinese Business Network Lunch Wednesday, October 3
US Commercial Service: Assisting American Exporters in Selling High Tech Products in East China
featuring Frances "Chip" Peters
Commercial Officer, US Consulate - Shanghai, China

Annual Meeting and Dinner Thursday, October 11, 6:00 pm
Jin Wah RestaurantBeaverton, OR

Please attend our 2007 Annual Meeting for election of new Board members, and to hear about the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Keynote Speaker: Jack Elder, is a 1972 U.S. Olympian. He will speak about his experiences as a member of the US Olympic Team in Sapporo, as well as the significance of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and its role and impact on U.S./China relations.

Click here for details
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PORTLAND CHINESE GARDEN FALL PROGRAMS

Scrolls From China is an Oregon-based company that partners with artists who are orphans in China. A collection of Scrolls From China will be displayed in the Garden’s Celestial House of Permeating Fragrance in Fall/Winter 2007.

8th annual Fall Chrysanthemum Exhibit
This year’s program will include educational posters and handouts and sampling of chrysanthemum teas. An evening presentation on Chrysanthemum cultivation will be held on November 5th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Cost: $5, r.s.v.p. required. Call 503.228.8131 x2001 to register.
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FCC Annual Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation dinner Oct. 7

Join us for our annual meeting and volunteer appreciation dinner on October 7! Pizza and salad hosted by FCC, come to vote in our 2007/08 board of directors. Held at the Lucky Labrador brew pub on SW Capitol Highway. http://www.luckylab.com/html/directions.html for directions.

This event will run from 5:00pm - 8:00pm and kids are welcome. There is a nice stage for our creative little ones and coloring pages!

All members are invited to attend. Please contact Betsy Haindl with questions, president@fcc-oregon.org, or 503-880-7334.
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KIDS CLUB FALL FUN

Kids Club is a social group for FCC kids ages 6-9. Join us for friendship and fun this fall:

October 7 at 11am - Meet at the barn at The Pumpkin Patch on Sauvie Island
The maize, rides, pick your own pumpkin, and more. RSVP to let us know to look for you - jodiwilf@yahoo.com For directions, go to http://www.pumpkinpatch.com/


Starting Sept. 8 - Chinese Cultural Dance for kids age 5-9
Dance class is held at the CCBA (Consolidated Chinese BenevolentAssociation) building in Chinatown. 315 NW Davis. Fall session starts September 8 at 3:15 pm. Come and check it out. Contact Jodi for more info jodiwilf@yahoo.com.

(There is also a FCC dance class for 10 and older- contact Sarah Pons-mailto:Pons-sarahmpons@comcast.net )

Want strong Chinese Mentors and positive role models for your kids?
Jodi Wilf is working with a Portland State University student organization called CSSA (Chinese Students and Scholars Association) to create a friendship with our Kids Club. Interested? Want to get involved? Contact Jodi Wilf jodiwilf@yahoo.com. More info to come.
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WALKING DOWN THE VILLAGE PATH SEPT. 23

Tony Zheng of Our Chinese Daughter's Foundation will present Walking Down The Village Path on Sunday, September 23 from 1-5 pm at The Friendship Masonic Temple in Portland.

Suggested donation of $5 to $10 (all proceeds go to the FCC Chenge Orphanage Project). Childcare provided by FCC dance team, teens and parents.

1-3 pm Returning to China with your adopted child
3:30 -5 pm Status of Orphanages in China.

Click here for all the details.
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ARTHUR - BINKY GETS A SISTER FROM CHINA - RERUNNING

Premiering Friday, September 7, PBS Kids Arthur will air an episode about Arthur's friend Binky adopting a sister from China. If you get OPB, the show will air at 4:30 pm (see here). Go here to check the times for another station.

For a plot summary, click here.

UPDATE - This episode of Arthur will be repeated on Monday, September 24. Check www.pbskids.org TV schedule for times in your area.
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UNDER THE AUTUMN MOON SET FOR SEPT. 15 & 16

UNDER THE AUTUMN MOON - a free public celebration in Oldtown China town in Portland will be held on Saturday, September 15 & Sunday, September 16.

Under the Autumn Moon celebrates the rich heritage of OldTown China town with a weekend of festivities for the entire family:

• Saturday, September 15th 10:00am - watch the parade led by 25 foot dragons and lions along NW Broadway south to SW Alder and back to the NW Flanders festival street along 5th avenue.
• Saturday, September 15th at sunset- watch spectacular fireworks from the NW Flanders Festival Street followed by a big screen outdoor movie.
• Sunday, September 16th 11:00am to 4:00pm - visit the Classical Chinese Garden for free and enjoy local street performers.
• Saturday and Sunday, September 15th and 16th starting at 11:00 am - enjoy family entertainment on the University of Oregon World Stage on the NW Flanders Festival Street featuring the Dragon Arts Puppet Theater, Charlie Brown jugglers and Westside Dance & Gymnastic Academy . For the slightly older, Klezmocracy, Dirty Martini Trio, Earl and the Reggae Allstars and Bethany & Rufus represent the multi-cultural neighborhood of Old Town China town.

Take a walk and visit all the booths along both festival streets featuring food, fun or take a rubbing of the historical bronze plaques located in the neighborhood. Stop by the Arts, Culture and History booth to find all the hidden gems in Old Town China town. View the future of the neighborhood at the OTCT Future Booth. Get a free massage from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine booth. Relax at the Cricket Tea Garden featuring Asian pastries from Meianna Bakery and tea from the Tao of Tea. Have dinner in one of the many eateries in Old Town China town and then come back for fireworks and an outdoor movie.

Under the Autumn Moon is a production of the Old Town China town Business Association with support from private sponsors, Portland Business Alliance, Portland Development Commission, Portland Clean and Safe, Portland Department of Transportation and TriMet. For more information, visit www.undertheautumnmoonfestival.com or www.portlandchinesegarden.org.
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FCC MOON FESTIVAL PICNIC SET FOR SEPT. 22

The date for the FCC celebration of the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival has been set for Saturday, September 22 from 3:30 to 6:30 pm at Cook Park in Tigard.

We will gather together to celebrate the end of the summer harvest, eat moon cakes, and make lanterns to parade.

Since our FCC is an all volunteer organization, we are in need of your help - to make this another exciting event that we put together for our children to celebrate their birth culture. We are in need of volunteers to help in ALL areas; mailing invitations, planning, scheduling volunteers, set-up, clean-up, crafts, raffle, entertainment, floaters, greeters, whatever-comes-up. If you can help make this event even better than last year, please e-mail Amy at lighthousesandbeer@yahoo.com.
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JOYFUL PARENTING CLASSES

Joyful Parenting! Preschool Moms
A supportive group of moms focusing on what works with children age 1-5. Vent, laugh, discuss strategies and stories, learn about what makes them tick.

6 sessions - Thursday evenings 6-8 pm, September 13th - October 18th, 2007

Joyful Parenting! for Parents of Children age 2-8
An education and practice group for parents focusing on what works with children age 2-8. This group is a combination of practical skills with children and skills for transforming stress to wellness.

8 sessions - Thursday evenings 6-8 pm, October 25th - December 20th, 2007 (no class Nov 22)

Presented by Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, LCSWRemember the Joy! Counseling and Consultation at the Sachi Wellness Center in West Linn.
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JEWISH CHINESE ADOPTEE LOOKING FOR HELP WITH BAT MITZVAH PROJECT

Lily Jacobs is a Jewish girl who was adopted from China when she was 4 months old. She is now getting ready to celebrate her Bat Mitzvah, and is hoping to collect stories from other Jewish Chinese girls as part of her Bat-Mitzvah project. Click here for details about her project and how you may be able to help. She needs stories by October 31, 2007.
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NEW RELEASE DATE FOR NICK JR.'S NI HAO KAI-LAN

The new release date for the Nick Jr. cartoon show Nia Hao, Kai-Lan has been pushed a couple of months to October 22 (originally scheduled to debut in August).

Through the eyes of a 5- year-old Chinese-American girl named Kai-lan, the series explores the colorful aspects of her upbringing and background, her relationships with her family and friends and the world around her. Ni Hao, Kai-lan will take preschoolers on a joyful exploration of Mandarin language and Chinese culture, while helping them to identify their emotions and learn coping mechanisms to deal with their feelings.

Click here for the full article: http://money.%20cnn.com/news/%20newsfeeds/%20articles/%20prnewswire/%20NYF04713072007-%201.htm
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AUGUST 23 PLAYGROUP VENUE CHANGED

Who would havew guessed it would be too cold to swim in August? So we have opted to change the venue for the August 23 Westside playgroup from the Jamieson Fountain in the Pearl TO Garden Home Recreation Center playgound, and then hitting P,B & Ellie's for lunch afterwards.

Here is the link to the playground's website: http://www.thprd.org/facilities/gh.cfm

Meet at 10:00 at the park, breaking for lunch around 11:30.
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SUMMER SAVINGS ON CHINESE FOR KIDS DVDs

Language Tree, the leader in foreign language learning tools for children, is pleased to announce a 20% discount off our “Chinese for Kids” DVDs to all FWCC families.

Their products introduce Mandarin Chinese to children in a way that keeps them engaged. They uniquely feature 3D animation together with native-speaking actors, interactive games, and original music by a Hollywood composer. Language Tree videos are fun to watch and highly effective as well. All Language Tree products incorporate their Multi-Cognition ApproachTM– a proven teaching methodology developed by our board member, a Stanford University PhD in cognitive sciences.

Language Tree’s products have received excellent reviews from the following organizations:

• The Dove Foundation, a national non-profit organization that reviews and recommends videos and movies made for children.
• School Library Journal, a leading library and educational journal
• Leading foreign language schools and programs in the U.S. , including the Chinese American International School of San Francisco (CAIS) and the San Diego International School

Anyone in your chapter who is interested in receiving the 20% discount can simply go to www.language-tree.com and enter FWCC3 at checkout. This promotion will run through August 31, 2007.

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CHINESE AMBASSADOR TO SPEAK AT WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL

World Affairs Council of Oregon Monthly Headline Forum

“ China and the United States : Partners in Global Leadership?”

H.E. Mr. Zhou Wenzhong
Ambassador of China to the United States

Tuesday, August 21, 2007
12:00 – 1:30pm
University Club, 1225 SW Sixth Avenue

Can the U.S. and China look forward to continued improvement and collaboration in international economic and political relations? Specifically, what are the prospects for increased bilateral trade between China and Oregon ? The Ambassador’s extensive experience, and his important position at this crucial point in the development of China-U.S. relations, promise to provide a valuable perspective on these issues.

Ambassador Zhou Wenzhong served previously as Assistant and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs in Beijing . He was earlier China ’s Ambassador to Australia , as well as to Barbados and Antigua and Barbuda . He has previous experience in the U.S. as Minister at the Embassy in Washington , D.C. and Consul General in San Francisco and Los Angeles . Ambassador Zhou studied at Bath University and the London School of Economics in England .

Cost for the program, including lunch, is $25 for World Affairs Council and NWCC members and $30 for guests. Reservations are required and may be made online at www.worldoregon.org or by calling the Council at 503-274-7488 by Monday, August 20, 2007.

The World Affairs Council of Oregon is a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose various programs seek to enhance public understanding of international affairs and Oregonians’ connections to the rest of the world.

NW CHINA COUNCIL
127 NW 3RD AVENUE
PORTLAND, OR 97209
TEL 503 973-5451
FAX 503 973-5431
http://www.nwchina.org/
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ADOPTION MOSAIC'S TRANSRACIAL PARENTING WORKSHOP A

Please join us for our upcoming workshop! Transracial Parenting - Workshop A

When: Saturday, August 25, 2007
Time: Check in at 8:30; Workshop begins promptly at 9am and goes to 1pm
Where: TBA
Cost: $40 per person or $70 per couple
Instructor: Astrid Dabbeni

The decision to adopt across cultural and racial lines is a lifelong commitment to exploring matters of race, confronting racism in all its forms, and constantly developing new skills and awareness. This workshop will help you to identify assumptions, provide you with tools and resources, and create a sense of confidence as you explore your future as a transracial family. Due to input from past participants, Transracial Parenting is now a series of three workshops. The distinct workshops (A, B and C) can be taken in any order.

Please see our website for more information on the topics covered in the other workshops. This workshop is appropriate for adoptive parents, waiting parents, and professionals. Registration is required. Go to http://www.adoptionmosaic.org/ for a registration form, or contact Astrid at astrid@adoptionmosaic.org.
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YU MIAO MANDARIN PRESCHOOL STILL HAS SPACES AVAILABLE

Yu Miao preschool, which is run by the Asian Health and Service Center, is expanding their program in the fall. Previously they were only open three mornings a week and for a maximum of 20 children. Starting in the fall they will be offering both morning and afternoon school options as well as a full-time option including some before and after care for families that need it.

All of the instruction and even the less-structured time (which will be there mostly for the all-day kids) is run in Mandarin. All the teachers are fluent in Mandarin and English at minimum--many of the teachers know more than just the two languages. They still have about 10 spaces available for fall in the new location (about 35th and Powell in SE Portland). The AHSC web site is: http://www.ahscpdx.org/ and the site has a full press release and much more information about the changes. To contact the administrator, Edith Lee, directly: elee@ahscpdx.org.
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PLAY DATE AUGUST 23RD

The playdate for August will be Thursday, August 23rd, at 10:00 a.m., at Jamison Square in the Pearl.

Hope to see you all there!
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NOODLE NIGHT RETURNS

Burnt out on barbeque? Join the NW China Council for a sumptuous summertime dinner featuring Shandong style appetizers and entrees, including Mandarin House la mian, i.e., “famous hand strung noodles.” Chef Li will also grace us with a noodle making demonstration. Don’t stretch your luck: reserve your place at the table early.

August 15 at 6:30 pm
Mandarin House Restaurant
120 SW Ankeny (between SW 1st & 2nd)
Cost: $20 Council members; $30 non-members
RSVP required by Monday, August 13, 4PM
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ASIA REUNION IN SEATTLE AUGUST 3-5

ASIA has some space available on Sunday, August 5 for the space needle brunch and panel discussion “Ways to Give Back”. We’d like to invite any Oregon FCC families who might be in the “neighborhood” to join us. Contact Sandra at sandram@asiadopt.org or got to http://www.asiadopt.org/ for more information.
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CHARITY GOLF EVENT TO BENEFIT CHILDREN: THE OREGON GOLF LINK UP FOR KIDS

Journeys of the Heart Adoption Services (JOH) will hold its 5th annual Golf Scramble benefit, The Oregon Golf Link-Up For Kids, at Stone Creek Golf Course, Oregon City, Oregon on Saturday, August 11, 2007.

The exciting day will include an 18-hole golf scramble, a children’s putt-putt activity, dinner, a silent auction and a raffle. This year’s tournament is focused on bringing together community, families, children and golfers for one common goal: supporting the basic needs of children throughout the world through JOH’s various adoption programs. The Oregon Golf Link-Up For Kids will benefit agency programs and the Love The Children Fund which gives direct aid to children and families living in poverty.

For more information visit http://www.journeysoftheheart.net/
For more information on The Oregon Link-Up For Kids visit and to register, visit http://www.golflinksoregon.com/
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SNOW FLOWER AUTHOR LISA SEE IN PORTLAND

Author Talk and Book Signing
When: Monday, July 30, 7 PM
Where: Powell’s Books Cedar Hills Crossing, 3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Cost: Free

Lisa See's new novel, Peony in Love, came out on June 26. Here’s a bit about the story: In 17th century China, the Manchus have seized power and crushed the Ming dynasty. But in an elaborate villa on the shores of Hangzhou’s West Lake, Peony lives a sheltered life with her wealthy family, trapped like a good-luck cricket in a bamboo-and-lacquer cage. Though raised to be obedient, Peony has dreams of her own. One night, Peony catches sight of an elegant and handsome young man, but she is betrothed to another. So begins Peony’s unforgettable journey, which brings to life an exotic time and place—even the vividly imagined realm of the afterworld, where one’s soul is divided into three, ancestors offer guidance, misdeeds are punished, and hungry ghosts wander the earth in hopes of marrying the living in “ghost marriages.”

Based on a true story, Peony in Love uses the richness and magic of the Chinese afterlife to transcend death and explore the many manifestations of love. Ultimately, it’s about universal themes: the bonds of female friendship, the power of words, and the age-old desire of women to be heard.
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JANE BROWN'S PARENT LECTURE NIGHT

Thursday, June 21, 2007
6:30 pm
Friendship Masonic Center
5626 Alameda St. Portland 97213 (where Sandy, SE 57th and Alameda come together in the Hollywood area) parking lot is across Alameda street. There is a statue of George Washington in front of the building.

Jane Brown, MSW, is an adoption social worker/educator and mother to 8 children, five of whom joined the family through adoption. Jane Brown helps guide parents to understand what it is like for their children growing up adopted and also to understand their children's evolving racial identity. Jane gives parent lectures and children's playshops throughout the country, has written extensively and has helped and supported adoptive families for many years. She is a passionate voice in the adoption community.

*This evening is for adults only. Cost is $5 per person (to be paid at the door) check in is 6:30-7 pm. Please rsvp to Jodi Wilf jodiwilf@yahoo.com.
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NW CHINA COUNCIL SUMMER LANGUAGE CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

This summer the China Council will offer its 8 week evening language classes as well as short-term evening and weekend workshops. All classes and workshops will be held in downtown Portland at our office in Chinatown (Kida Bldg. 127 NW 3rd, at Davis). Links to registration forms (PDF files) are below:
Evening language workshops (two weeks, four sessions)
Saturday “survival” workshops (three hours)
Eight week language courses (Adults)
Eight week language courses (Children)
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JOIN FCC AT THE DRAGON BOAT RACES

Please join FCC at the Dragon Boat Races this year. We will be at Waterfront Park on Sunday June 10 from 1:00 til 4:00 next to the FCC flag. Each FCC visitor will receive a free refreshment. Hope to see you there!

For more information on the races, go to: http://www.rosefestival.org/events/dragonboatraces/
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WESTSIDE PLAY DATE ACTIVITY CHANGED

The westside play date planned for Thursday, May 31st at Ibach Park in Tualatin has been changed to take advantage of a Kids Concert being held at the Oregon Zoo on that date.

Meet at the Oregon Zoo at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 31st for the Putumayo Kids concert featuring Asheba (which starts at 11).

Putumayo Kids celebrates the release of their new Animal Playground CD with a live performance by Trinidadian children’s artist Asheba. Take a walk on the wild side with this global musical journey into the animal kingdom. Come see Asheba perform live.

Please bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to sit on. The concert is on the big lawn in front of the stage, next to the Asian elephants.

Click for information on admission rates or for more information on the concert.
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CHINESE CULTURE CAMP IN SW WASHINGTON

Camas, Washington Chinese Culture Camp
July 23-27, 2007
9:00 am-3:00 pm
Skyridge Middle School in Camas, Washington
For students who will be going into grades 1st - 8th in the fall

Come join this total immersion Chinese camp! Learn Chinese culture and basic conversation. Activities will include Chinese yoyo, kung-fu, folk dance, acrobatics, games, songs, arts and crafts. Wear tennis shoes and bring a sack of lunch to the camp.

Host by American West Vancouver Chinese School
Fee: $100

Please register by mail or walk in through Camas Community Education.(360) 833-5552-----Information only! No mailing service.

This is the flagship effort to start a language program here in the Camas School District, so we really need to show the district how much we want this to happen by supporting this camp.
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SENSORY INTEGRATION THERAPY WORKSHOP

Forward Stride Center for Therapeutic Recreation and ASIA (Associated Services International Adoption) bring you a workshop on Sensory Integration Therapy in Action for Adoptive Families.

Have you ever wondered if your child might have some sensory issues? Children who spend the first part of their lives in institutional settings may not have been stimulated enough for their brain to form necessary connections – those that regulate how they react to different sensations. These children may develop Sensory Processing Disorders. Attendees will receive an overview of Sensory Processing Disorders and the benefits of equine therapy and other therapies to people with Sensory Issues. You will get a chance to see Sensory Integration Therapy in Action. Lunch is included with registration. Workshop space is limited.

$20 per person
Sunday June 10th, 2007
11:00 to 2:30
Wilsonville, Oregon

The Forward Stride Barn
28203 SW 110th Ave.Wilsonville, OR 97070

For workshop information, contact: Marci Siegel-Kittrell: marcisk@asiadopt.org or 503-224-1860. Register on the Forward Stride website: www.forwardstride.org
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CCBA CHINESE CULTURAL DANCE CLASSES

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) invites FCC kids to join Chinese Cultural Dance classes. Classes are held in Chinatown and the fall session will begin in September.

If you are interested, please contact:
For 5-9 year olds - Jodi Wilf at jodiwilf@yahoo.com
For 10+ year olds - Sarah Pons at sarahmpons@comcast.net
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Celebrate Adoption - Build -A- Bear for Charities!!! May 19

We have been made aware of a great opportunity to help celebrate adoption in the month of May from an event sponsored by Build -A -Bear and Joint Council on International Children’s Services (JCICS). Build A Bear Workshop retail stores are hosting a “Stuffed with Hugs: Hugs Sweet Hugs” campaign that helps celebrate adoption on Saturdy, May 19th! This event allows all of us to make a bear for children in need of a family and to celebrate adoption.

See the calendar for details.
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FCC event – A MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL – HONOR OUR BIRTHMOTHERS

Saturday May 12th from 1:30-3:30pm at the Friendship Masonic Center, 5625 NE Alameda Street in NE Portland.

Birthmothers' Day is the day before Mothers' Day to celebrate and honor those who through their loss have given us the most precious gift, our children. Come decorate a flower pot with a special Birthmom’s poem or bring your own poem!

We will provide poems, pots, plants, paints, brushes and other decorations. Snacks and juice will also be available. This is a wonderful way for us to show our appreciation of our children¢s birthmothers with them.

This is a FREE event but please RSVP so we have enough pots for event. Please email FCC at Contact @ fcc-oregon.org (remone the spaces)
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SUMMER CAMPS

Summer camps are another way for our children from China to connect to other international adoptees to share their common experiences and explore issues of adoption, race, and identity.

A number of organizations are offering Chinese Immersion Camps this summer or camps designed especially for adoptees.

Check out the Summer Camps page of our website for details


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SUMMER 2007 CHINA CULTURAL TRIP

sponsored by the Chinese Government

You are cordially invited to participate in the Summer 2007 China CulturalTrip, organized by the Chinese Language Education Foundation (under the State Department of China) and the Prince of Peace Foundation in Hayward, CA.

Following the successful debut of the program last summer, the Chinese government is once again extending a welcome to families who adopted from China and are interested in bringing their children back to experienceChina’s magnificent culture. There are many tour groups to China, but this is the only one sponsored by the Chinese government! Activities include visits to many areas not open to tourists, and participation is by invitation only.

Highlights of this trip include:
• Official government welcome in Beijing
• Official reception at the DiaoYuTai State Guesthouse and Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Tour of the Great Wall, TianAnMen Square, and Forbidden City
• Cultural exchange activities with Chinese school children and minority groups in the Yunnan province
• Visits to various scenic areas in the Yunnan province, including DaLi andLiJiang
• Visits to local orphanages
• Goodwill ambassador and charity activities

The cost of the program is $1190 USD per person, not including airfare or visafees. All children attending this trip must be age 10 or older. The application deadline is May 1st, 2007; however, participation is limited and space may not be available through this date. If you have any questions, please contact Maisie at the POP’s Foundation office at maisie@popus.com.
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KIDS CLUB PICNIC AND PLAY

Sunday, May 6
1-3pm
Mt Tabor Park
See the calendar for RSVP and directions info and more details.
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WESTSIDE IMMERSION PUBLIC SCHOOL INITIATIVE

As Chinese language studies have gained popularity in the U.S., many schools have added Chinese immersion programs which offer classes taught in Mandarin Chinese. In the Portland public school district, there are 5 immersion programs, offered at Woodstock, Hosford, Cleveland, Franklin and Atkinson schools. All of these schools are located on the east side of Portland.Many Chinese families and families with children from China live on the west side of Portland. It is often difficult to be accepted into the existing Chinese immersion programs and inconvenient to send our children to the east side schools.

Therefore an effort is underway to implement a Chinese immersion program on the west side. Once there is enough interest, the group will bring this show of support to the attention of the Portland public school district.

Click here to learn more about this initiative and/or join the petition
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EASY RECIPE FOR CHINESE NEW YEAR CAKE

The mother of one of our members has passed along this easy recipe for Chinese New Year Cake. It takes about 10 minutes to make and is a fun thing to do with kids for Chinese New Year. Click here for the recipe
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PORTLAND CHINESE GARDEN'S CHINESE NEW YEAR ACTIVITIES

The Portland Classical Chinese Garden has a number of activities for Chinese New Year. Activities are planned beginning February 17 and continuing through March 3.

Click here for the complete schedule.
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