FCC Chinese New Year
Year of the Tiger
Saturday, February 6, 2010 (12:00 - 3:00 PM)
Legin Restaurant, 8001 SE Division Street, Portland, OR
Enjoy visiting with friends, perusing the raffle items, watching the Lion Dancers, listening to beautiful music,having a family portrait taken, shopping for unique gifts and celebrating the New Year!
If you are interested in helping out during the event, please contact Susan Lopez at lopezsm@comcast.net.
FCC Playgroup
Wednesday, December 23rd (11:30am)
Me Too! Cafe for Grownups --- Playtime for Kids
16755 Southwest Baseline Road, Beaverton OR 97006
http://www.metoobeaverton.com/
Cookies for Santa Factory. The kids will be making cookies for the big guy.
This is a free event at Me Too Cafe. You may want to bring money for snacks, drinks and lunch.
For more information please contact Kathleen Murphy at kathleen.murphystrongin@gmail.com
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Portland Art Museum Presents: China Design Now
Portland Art Museum Presents: China Design Now
October 10, 2009 - January 17, 2010
China Design Now explores the recent explosion of critically compelling design and architecture projects created in China, contextualizing the impact of rapid economic development on these projects in three of the country’s major cities—Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. This immersive, multi-sensory exhibition captures a dynamic phase in China, as it opens up to global influences and responds to the hopes and dreams of its new urban middle class.
Free Museum Family Day: Sunday, November 8, 12:00-5:00 pm
The third in an ongoing series of free family days will feature Chinese dance, music, and food, along with art-making activities inspired by the three cities featured in China Design Now. Visitors of all ages can build their own cities using recycled materials provided by the School and Community Reuse Action Project (SCRAP).
Museum admission on November 8 and participation in Museum Family Day is free for all visitors.
If you or your family cannot make this free day but are interested in joining an FCC tour group on a weekend ($11.00 adults; Free 0-17), please e-mail Kelly Hagele at idahoretreat@netscape.net with number of attendees (both adult & kid). Tour dates will depend upon group size.
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October 10, 2009 - January 17, 2010
China Design Now explores the recent explosion of critically compelling design and architecture projects created in China, contextualizing the impact of rapid economic development on these projects in three of the country’s major cities—Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. This immersive, multi-sensory exhibition captures a dynamic phase in China, as it opens up to global influences and responds to the hopes and dreams of its new urban middle class.
Free Museum Family Day: Sunday, November 8, 12:00-5:00 pm
The third in an ongoing series of free family days will feature Chinese dance, music, and food, along with art-making activities inspired by the three cities featured in China Design Now. Visitors of all ages can build their own cities using recycled materials provided by the School and Community Reuse Action Project (SCRAP).
Museum admission on November 8 and participation in Museum Family Day is free for all visitors.
If you or your family cannot make this free day but are interested in joining an FCC tour group on a weekend ($11.00 adults; Free 0-17), please e-mail Kelly Hagele at idahoretreat@netscape.net with number of attendees (both adult & kid). Tour dates will depend upon group size.
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FCC Waiting Families & First Years Home
Fei Yang, Senior Adoption Coordinator, from A.S.I.A will come and speak to the group about current conditions for China adoption, Waiting Children (special needs), and the new TB requirements for our November Waiting Families.
If you know anyone considering international adoption, interested in knowing more about Waiting Children, or considering whether or not China is a country they want to consider for their adoption, this is the meeting for them and for you. Fei Yang will bring details about all the changes the Hague regulations brought what adoption looks like right now from China.
If we have time, we will allow the time at the end for questions about the Taiwan program, as well. The last half hour of our meeting (4:30pm-5pm) our returning families will come to introduce their children to us and tell us about their recent journeys to China.
Date: November 1
Time: 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Place: Portland State University
1721 SW Broadway
Cramer Hall, room 250 (signs posted from the south entrance)
Parking is free in PSU lot across the street on Sundays.
Anyone considering adoption is welcome.
This meeting is the perfect way to answer all those questions one has at the beginning of the process, and all the questions those of us may have who are considering returning to China for another adoption.
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If you know anyone considering international adoption, interested in knowing more about Waiting Children, or considering whether or not China is a country they want to consider for their adoption, this is the meeting for them and for you. Fei Yang will bring details about all the changes the Hague regulations brought what adoption looks like right now from China.
If we have time, we will allow the time at the end for questions about the Taiwan program, as well. The last half hour of our meeting (4:30pm-5pm) our returning families will come to introduce their children to us and tell us about their recent journeys to China.
Date: November 1
Time: 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Place: Portland State University
1721 SW Broadway
Cramer Hall, room 250 (signs posted from the south entrance)
Parking is free in PSU lot across the street on Sundays.
Anyone considering adoption is welcome.
This meeting is the perfect way to answer all those questions one has at the beginning of the process, and all the questions those of us may have who are considering returning to China for another adoption.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
PORTLAND CHINESE TIMES MID-AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL EVENTS
The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival begins October 3, 2009. The Portland Chinese Times is holding a variety of events this weekend.
See: http://www.portlandchinesetimes.us/autumn2009/English/index.htm for more details.
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See: http://www.portlandchinesetimes.us/autumn2009/English/index.htm for more details.
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Sunday, September 20, 2009
FCC Mid-Autumn Festival
Come celebrate this family-oriented holiday with a special welcome for new adoptees, great raffle prizes, fun games for all ages and food at a beautiful park and great playground!
Sunday, September 27th
Cook Park, Tigard
11:00am to 3:00pm
Game schedule:
1:00 - 1:30 pm - Chopstick race
1:30 - 2:00 pm - Sack race
2:00 - 2:30 pm - 3-Legged race
2:30 - 3:00 pm - Water ballon toss
Hot dogs, veggie burgers, fixins & lemonade will be served
Suggested donation of $10 per family
Please feel free to bring the following if your last name begins with:
A-J: Salad, K-R: Side, S-Z: Dessert
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Sunday, September 27th
Cook Park, Tigard
11:00am to 3:00pm
Game schedule:
1:00 - 1:30 pm - Chopstick race
1:30 - 2:00 pm - Sack race
2:00 - 2:30 pm - 3-Legged race
2:30 - 3:00 pm - Water ballon toss
Hot dogs, veggie burgers, fixins & lemonade will be served
Suggested donation of $10 per family
Please feel free to bring the following if your last name begins with:
A-J: Salad, K-R: Side, S-Z: Dessert
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Sunday, September 6, 2009
BODHI TREE FALL MANDARIN CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND KIDS
For children, Bodhi Tree Learning Center has various levels of Saturday beginner classes starting Sat. Sept 12. The classes meet in mornings or afternoons, for 2 hours a week, 12 weeks.
An afterschool program for children who are already familiar with Chinese (at least 1 year of Chinese) is being offered. The classes meet Tuesdays, Weds., and Thursdays from 4-6 pm.
We also have a Mandarin toddlers class for 2 year olds, and a Mandarin immersion preschool program for 3-6 year olds in both Lake Oswego and SE Portland.
For homeschoolers, we offer classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:30 to 2:30 pm, in SE Portland.
More information about children's classes and programs is available on our Website at http://www.BodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
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For adults, we have various levels of Mandarin Chinese beginner and non-beginner classes for adults starting the week of Sept 14.
More information about our Mandarin Chinese classes for adults is available at http://www.BodhiTreeLanguageCenter.org
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An afterschool program for children who are already familiar with Chinese (at least 1 year of Chinese) is being offered. The classes meet Tuesdays, Weds., and Thursdays from 4-6 pm.
We also have a Mandarin toddlers class for 2 year olds, and a Mandarin immersion preschool program for 3-6 year olds in both Lake Oswego and SE Portland.
For homeschoolers, we offer classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:30 to 2:30 pm, in SE Portland.
More information about children's classes and programs is available on our Website at http://www.BodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
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For adults, we have various levels of Mandarin Chinese beginner and non-beginner classes for adults starting the week of Sept 14.
More information about our Mandarin Chinese classes for adults is available at http://www.BodhiTreeLanguageCenter.org
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Saturday, August 8, 2009
Wanted: Teen Volunteers for the FCC Mid-Autumn Picnic
Greetings,
We are looking for teens to help with picnic games (sack race, chopstick race, three-legged race and water balloon toss). We also welcome adult volunteer participation.
FCC Mid-Autumn Picnic
Sunday, September 27th
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cook Park, Tigard Oregon
If you are interested in helping, please contact Monica Eckrich at mceckrich@gmail.com
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We are looking for teens to help with picnic games (sack race, chopstick race, three-legged race and water balloon toss). We also welcome adult volunteer participation.
FCC Mid-Autumn Picnic
Sunday, September 27th
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cook Park, Tigard Oregon
If you are interested in helping, please contact Monica Eckrich at mceckrich@gmail.com
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Upcoming Events
Portland Chinese Times, Portland Chinese Art and Cultural Center present
The Hong Kong Yip's Children Choir
Wednesday, August 12th at 7:30 pm
On August 12, 2009 Portland Chinese Art & Cultural Center will proudly present to you a concert at the Newmark Theatre (Located inside Antoinette Hatfield Hall 1111 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97205) The Hong Kong Yip's Children's Choir. HKYCC is internationally renowned for its high standard of excellence and superb musical training for young voices. The Choir has performed in numerous international music festivals and conferences to critical acclaim and is proudly regarded as a cultural ambassador for Hong Kong.
For more information, please see:
http://www.portlandchinesetimes.com/events
Michael Allen Harrison
Mercy & Wisdom Benefit Concert and Auction
Sunday, August 16, 2009 (4:00 - 7:00 PM)
Come see Michael Allen Harrison, our slideshow, auction, entertainment,
music, and drinks.
For more information, please see: http://www.mercyandwisdom.org/
CHOSEN INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS "TOUCHED BY ADOPTION" TEEN CAMP 09'
August 28-30, 2009
Eagle Fern Camp, Estacada, Oregon
Teens (adopted at any age) are invited to join others from around the
Northwest for "A weekend to Remember!"
Camp fee $100
$20 non-refundable registration will hold place
www.choseninternational.org
Listen as adults share their adoption stories, including how to handle some of the unique challenges that adoption may bring. Play crazy games, eat great food, roast marshmallows around the campfire and more!
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The information contained herein is provided as a public service with the
understanding that FCC Oregon/SW Washington makes no warranties, either
expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or
suitability of the information. As part of our mission to promote a
network of support for adoptive families and those interested in adoption
from China, FCC Oregon/SW Washington will post information from third
parties in addition to events solely hosted/organized by FCC that support
this mission. Sharing of third party information should not be taken as an
endorsement by FCC Oregon/SW Washington, its board of directors or its
membership.
The Hong Kong Yip's Children Choir
Wednesday, August 12th at 7:30 pm
On August 12, 2009 Portland Chinese Art & Cultural Center will proudly present to you a concert at the Newmark Theatre (Located inside Antoinette Hatfield Hall 1111 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97205) The Hong Kong Yip's Children's Choir. HKYCC is internationally renowned for its high standard of excellence and superb musical training for young voices. The Choir has performed in numerous international music festivals and conferences to critical acclaim and is proudly regarded as a cultural ambassador for Hong Kong.
For more information, please see:
http://www.portlandchinesetimes.com/events
Michael Allen Harrison
Mercy & Wisdom Benefit Concert and Auction
Sunday, August 16, 2009 (4:00 - 7:00 PM)
Come see Michael Allen Harrison, our slideshow, auction, entertainment,
music, and drinks.
For more information, please see: http://www.mercyandwisdom.org/
CHOSEN INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS "TOUCHED BY ADOPTION" TEEN CAMP 09'
August 28-30, 2009
Eagle Fern Camp, Estacada, Oregon
Teens (adopted at any age) are invited to join others from around the
Northwest for "A weekend to Remember!"
Camp fee $100
$20 non-refundable registration will hold place
www.choseninternational.org
Listen as adults share their adoption stories, including how to handle some of the unique challenges that adoption may bring. Play crazy games, eat great food, roast marshmallows around the campfire and more!
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The information contained herein is provided as a public service with the
understanding that FCC Oregon/SW Washington makes no warranties, either
expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or
suitability of the information. As part of our mission to promote a
network of support for adoptive families and those interested in adoption
from China, FCC Oregon/SW Washington will post information from third
parties in addition to events solely hosted/organized by FCC that support
this mission. Sharing of third party information should not be taken as an
endorsement by FCC Oregon/SW Washington, its board of directors or its
membership.
New FCC Oregon/SW Washington Yahoo Group
Hi FCC Community,
We are pleased to let the community know about our new FCC Oregon/SW Washington yahoo group.
The purpose of this group is to provide FCC event information, support, friendship and community to FCC members, families/individuals who reside in Oregon or SW Washington and have adopted from China or are in the process of adopting from China.
There are two ways to join the group:
Join the mailing list only:
Send a blank e-mail to: FCC-OregonSWWA-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Reply to the confirmation e-mail and your subscription will be complete.
Join The Group:
Click on "Join This Group" on the upper-right corner of: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FCC-OregonSWWA/
You will be asked to login to yahoo.
This will allow you to access files, photos, etc.
Warm Regards
Families with Children from China - Oregon/SW Washington
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We are pleased to let the community know about our new FCC Oregon/SW Washington yahoo group.
The purpose of this group is to provide FCC event information, support, friendship and community to FCC members, families/individuals who reside in Oregon or SW Washington and have adopted from China or are in the process of adopting from China.
There are two ways to join the group:
Join the mailing list only:
Send a blank e-mail to: FCC-OregonSWWA-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Reply to the confirmation e-mail and your subscription will be complete.
Join The Group:
Click on "Join This Group" on the upper-right corner of: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FCC-OregonSWWA/
You will be asked to login to yahoo.
This will allow you to access files, photos, etc.
Warm Regards
Families with Children from China - Oregon/SW Washington
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Thursday, July 23, 2009
Baby & Toddler Care Class for Adoptive Parents (October 17th)
Invite from Northwest Adoptive Families Association
This Class Is Tailored To Meet The Needs Of Families Adopting
Internationally Or Domestically
To help you plan for your new baby or toddler, a registered nurse and adoptive parents will discuss:
• Bathing, feeding, diapering, sleeping and comforting
• Child safety
• Equipment, toys and clothing
• Unique needs of your adopted child
• Development from birth through 18 months
• Latest information on attachment and brain development
• Positive ethnic identity
Click here for more information
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This Class Is Tailored To Meet The Needs Of Families Adopting
Internationally Or Domestically
To help you plan for your new baby or toddler, a registered nurse and adoptive parents will discuss:
• Bathing, feeding, diapering, sleeping and comforting
• Child safety
• Equipment, toys and clothing
• Unique needs of your adopted child
• Development from birth through 18 months
• Latest information on attachment and brain development
• Positive ethnic identity
Click here for more information
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Invite from Northwest China Council - Movie - July 30 -- "To Live" -- with Prof. Zhan
Movie Night -- To Live (1994)
Fugui and Jiazhen endure tumultuous events in China as their personal fortunes move from wealthy landownership to peasantry. Addicted to gambling, Fugui (Ge You) loses everything. In the years that follow he is pressed into both the nationalist and communist armies, while Jiazhen (Gong Li) is forced into menial work. They raise a family and survive, managing "to live" from the 40's to the 70's in this epic, but personal, story of life through an amazing period. The film is by acclaimed director, Zhang Yimou.
For this month’s film we are fortunate to have visiting PSU Professor Zhan Tianxiang, commenting on the film and participating in the after-film discussion. Prof. Zhan has been coming to PSU from his faculty post at Hangzhou University for many summer sessions, to lecture on Chinese film and current affairs.
In color. Mandarin, with English subtitles, 125 mins.
The movie is preceded by a four course Chinese dinner, with soup.
WHEN
Thursday, July 30, 2009, 6:00 - 9:00PM (discussion follows film)
WHERE
Wong Kee Restaurant Banquet Room
28 NW 4th Ave. Portland, OR 97209, Chinatown
COST Dinner & Movie: $20 members; $25 general. Please register before Wednesday July 29, 2009 5pm.
REGISTER
http://www.nwchina.org/register-movie.php
PARKING
SmartPark on NW Davis, between NW Naito Parkway
and NW 1st Ave
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Fugui and Jiazhen endure tumultuous events in China as their personal fortunes move from wealthy landownership to peasantry. Addicted to gambling, Fugui (Ge You) loses everything. In the years that follow he is pressed into both the nationalist and communist armies, while Jiazhen (Gong Li) is forced into menial work. They raise a family and survive, managing "to live" from the 40's to the 70's in this epic, but personal, story of life through an amazing period. The film is by acclaimed director, Zhang Yimou.
For this month’s film we are fortunate to have visiting PSU Professor Zhan Tianxiang, commenting on the film and participating in the after-film discussion. Prof. Zhan has been coming to PSU from his faculty post at Hangzhou University for many summer sessions, to lecture on Chinese film and current affairs.
In color. Mandarin, with English subtitles, 125 mins.
The movie is preceded by a four course Chinese dinner, with soup.
WHEN
Thursday, July 30, 2009, 6:00 - 9:00PM (discussion follows film)
WHERE
Wong Kee Restaurant Banquet Room
28 NW 4th Ave. Portland, OR 97209, Chinatown
COST Dinner & Movie: $20 members; $25 general. Please register before Wednesday July 29, 2009 5pm.
REGISTER
http://www.nwchina.org/register-movie.php
PARKING
SmartPark on NW Davis, between NW Naito Parkway
and NW 1st Ave
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Public Seminars at the Portland Classical Chinese Garden
These seminars are provided by Oregon College of Oriental Medicine and included in the price of admission to the Garden. Join us to learn about the health benefits of tradiational Chinese medicine!
Tuesday, July 28 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Opening the Passages: Acupuncture for Pain Relief
Deb Espesete, MAcOM, LAc
Thinking you have to live with chronic pain? Think again. Acupuncture can help treat painful conditions ranging from everyday aches and stiffness to chronic, recurring pain. Licensed Deb Espesete will provide sample acupuncture treatments.
Tuesday, August 4 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Fang Zhang, MMed (PR China), LAc
Weight is affected by many different emotional and physical factors. Traditional Chinese medicine recognizes that no two people are alike and seeks to find the root cause of individual imbalances that affect weight. Find out how the medicine approaches this topic and learn how making lifestyle changes can support you in your goal to achieve a healthier weight.
Tuesday, August 11 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Protecting the Emperor of the Body: Maintaining a Healthy Heart
Regina Dehen, ND, LAc – not confirmed, awaiting clinic schedule
Chinese medicine believes that the heart “houses the mind” and governs your ability to sleep soundly, think clearly and maintain a good memory. Learn how a healthy heart can keep your body nourished, your complexion rosy and your circulatory system sound.
Tuesday, August 18 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Live Long, Live Well: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Longevity (Part 1)
Robert Kaneko, DAOM, LAc
Learn how exercise, meditation, qigong, sleep and healthy eating can help you stay healthy and vital at any age.
Tuesday, August 25 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Enjoying the Journey: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Longevity (Part 2)
Robert Kaneko, DAOM, LAc
Learn how the therapies of traditional Chinese medicine approach some of the disorders associated with aging like pain, insomnia and fatigue.
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Tuesday, July 28 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Opening the Passages: Acupuncture for Pain Relief
Deb Espesete, MAcOM, LAc
Thinking you have to live with chronic pain? Think again. Acupuncture can help treat painful conditions ranging from everyday aches and stiffness to chronic, recurring pain. Licensed Deb Espesete will provide sample acupuncture treatments.
Tuesday, August 4 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Fang Zhang, MMed (PR China), LAc
Weight is affected by many different emotional and physical factors. Traditional Chinese medicine recognizes that no two people are alike and seeks to find the root cause of individual imbalances that affect weight. Find out how the medicine approaches this topic and learn how making lifestyle changes can support you in your goal to achieve a healthier weight.
Tuesday, August 11 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Protecting the Emperor of the Body: Maintaining a Healthy Heart
Regina Dehen, ND, LAc – not confirmed, awaiting clinic schedule
Chinese medicine believes that the heart “houses the mind” and governs your ability to sleep soundly, think clearly and maintain a good memory. Learn how a healthy heart can keep your body nourished, your complexion rosy and your circulatory system sound.
Tuesday, August 18 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Live Long, Live Well: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Longevity (Part 1)
Robert Kaneko, DAOM, LAc
Learn how exercise, meditation, qigong, sleep and healthy eating can help you stay healthy and vital at any age.
Tuesday, August 25 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Enjoying the Journey: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Longevity (Part 2)
Robert Kaneko, DAOM, LAc
Learn how the therapies of traditional Chinese medicine approach some of the disorders associated with aging like pain, insomnia and fatigue.
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Monday, July 20, 2009
Volunteer Opportunities - Mid-Autumn Festival
FCC Community and Friends,
We have some upcoming volunteer opportunities. We are looking for help for the Mid-Autumn Festival (occuring on Sunday, September 27th). We are needing volunteers to help with children crafts and games, setup, cleanup and the raffle table.
You can sign up for 30 minute or 1 hour time slots. This is a great way to meet other FCC families.
If you would like to assist, please contact Monica Eckrich at: mceckrich@gmail.com
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We have some upcoming volunteer opportunities. We are looking for help for the Mid-Autumn Festival (occuring on Sunday, September 27th). We are needing volunteers to help with children crafts and games, setup, cleanup and the raffle table.
You can sign up for 30 minute or 1 hour time slots. This is a great way to meet other FCC families.
If you would like to assist, please contact Monica Eckrich at: mceckrich@gmail.com
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Thursday, July 16, 2009
Save the Date - Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Picnic
Join FCC to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival on Sunday, September 27 from 11 am to 3 pm at Cook's Park in Tigard.
More details to come but save the date!
More details to come but save the date!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Join us for our annual meeting
FCC Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 28th
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Lucky Labrador (Multnomah Village)
7675 SW Capitol Hwy
Lucky Lab directions
Pizza, salad and pop hosted by FCC Oregon / SW Washington
Kids are welcome
All members are invited to attend. Please contact FCC President, Holly Odil (hollyleaf75@hotmail.com>) with questions.
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Sunday, June 28th
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Lucky Labrador (Multnomah Village)
7675 SW Capitol Hwy
Lucky Lab directions
Pizza, salad and pop hosted by FCC Oregon / SW Washington
Kids are welcome
All members are invited to attend. Please contact FCC President, Holly Odil (hollyleaf75@hotmail.com>) with questions.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Join us for our annual meeting
FCC Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 28th
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Lucky Labrador (Multnomah Village)
7675 SW Capitol Hwy
http://www.luckylab.com/html/directions.html
Pizza, salad and pop hosted by FCC Oregon / SW Washington
Kids are welcome
All members are invited to attend. Please contact FCC President, Holly Odil (hollyleaf75@hotmail.com>) with questions.
Sunday, June 28th
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Lucky Labrador (Multnomah Village)
7675 SW Capitol Hwy
http://www.luckylab.com/html/directions.html
Pizza, salad and pop hosted by FCC Oregon / SW Washington
Kids are welcome
All members are invited to attend. Please contact FCC President, Holly Odil (hollyleaf75@hotmail.com>) with questions.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Exchange student opportunity
We have several exchange students from China (and also other countries) that
would like to come to the US for high school next year. Here are two of the
students needing a home:
Ru Xue is a 16 year old girl from Guangzhou who will be in 11th grade. Her
favorite subjects are Ancient Chinese Literature and Biology. She says she
is outgoing and is always laughing and talking. She loves young children.
She is looking forward to being your "daughter and friend" and wants to
share her culture and cook some Chinese food for you. Her teachers says she
is easygoing, cooperative and always ready to help and feels confident she
will easily make friends with new classmates. She is a strong student and
scored well on her English proficiency test.
Sheng is a 16 year old girl from Shanghai who will be in the 11th grade.
Her parents are both doctors and her favorite subjects are Chinese and
English. She says she not only has a strong interest in languages but also
in the civilization behind it. She is a hard worker and leader in many
school activities. Her teacher says she has a high sense of responsibility
as well as a pleasant mature attitude and good interpersonal relationships
with her classmates. She also scored well on her English proficiency test
and is a strong student with mostly A's. She likes young children. She is
hoping the coming year will provide "a nice and unforgettable memory for
each other".
Host families provide a place to stay, students can share a room with a same
sex child but need their own bed. Families provide meals at home (and sack
lunches if desired) but students bring money for all other expenses and have
health insurance. They are not allowed to drive. And it should be a
wonderful opportunity to share US culture with the student and for you to
learn more about China.
Let me know if you have questions. I hope to hear from you!
Peggy Gurrad
peggy@gurrad.com
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would like to come to the US for high school next year. Here are two of the
students needing a home:
Ru Xue is a 16 year old girl from Guangzhou who will be in 11th grade. Her
favorite subjects are Ancient Chinese Literature and Biology. She says she
is outgoing and is always laughing and talking. She loves young children.
She is looking forward to being your "daughter and friend" and wants to
share her culture and cook some Chinese food for you. Her teachers says she
is easygoing, cooperative and always ready to help and feels confident she
will easily make friends with new classmates. She is a strong student and
scored well on her English proficiency test.
Sheng is a 16 year old girl from Shanghai who will be in the 11th grade.
Her parents are both doctors and her favorite subjects are Chinese and
English. She says she not only has a strong interest in languages but also
in the civilization behind it. She is a hard worker and leader in many
school activities. Her teacher says she has a high sense of responsibility
as well as a pleasant mature attitude and good interpersonal relationships
with her classmates. She also scored well on her English proficiency test
and is a strong student with mostly A's. She likes young children. She is
hoping the coming year will provide "a nice and unforgettable memory for
each other".
Host families provide a place to stay, students can share a room with a same
sex child but need their own bed. Families provide meals at home (and sack
lunches if desired) but students bring money for all other expenses and have
health insurance. They are not allowed to drive. And it should be a
wonderful opportunity to share US culture with the student and for you to
learn more about China.
Let me know if you have questions. I hope to hear from you!
Peggy Gurrad
peggy@gurrad.com
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Experience true intercultural exchange within your own home
A group of middle and high school aged Chinese students are coming to our
Lake Oswego community to learn about American culture for two weeks this
summer. This is a fun opportunity to bring the Chinese culture into our
families and community.
Compass USA Homestay (www.compass-usa.net) are currently looking for
families to open their hearts and homes to these students. During the two
week program, the students will participate in English and cultural
classes, as well as afternoon and full day activities. Your part includes
providing a bed to sleep, meals and a place in your family for two weeks!
The following is a tentative calendar for their visit:
JULY 15: Students Arrive- Meet at Academic Center (Lakeridge HS)
JULY 16: 8:30am � 12:00pm Class/Orientation
Free Afternoon w/Host Family
Welcome Party
JULY 17: All Day Excursion - Portland Sights
JULY 18: Host Family Time
JULY 19: Host Family Time
JULY 20: 8:30am -12pm Class
NIKE Tour & Shopping, 12-5
JULY 21: 8:30am -12pm Class
Hiking, 12-5
JULY 22: All Day Excursion - Oregon Coast Sights
JULY 23: 8:30am-12pm Class
Fun & Games 12-5
JULY 24: 8:30am-12pm Class
Free Afternoon with Host Family
JULY 25: Host Family Time
JULY 26: Host Family Time
JULY 27: 8:30-11:30am Class
Cooking, Crafts
Farewell Party
JULY 28: 8:30 -12:30pm Class
Free Afternoon with Host Family
JULY 29: Students Depart
Please consider opening your home and life to host one of these students
from China. This will be an experience you will be happy that your family
participated in!
If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact
Kristin Obermire at 503.260.6012 or nielsen.kristin@gmail.com.
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Lake Oswego community to learn about American culture for two weeks this
summer. This is a fun opportunity to bring the Chinese culture into our
families and community.
Compass USA Homestay (www.compass-usa.net) are currently looking for
families to open their hearts and homes to these students. During the two
week program, the students will participate in English and cultural
classes, as well as afternoon and full day activities. Your part includes
providing a bed to sleep, meals and a place in your family for two weeks!
The following is a tentative calendar for their visit:
JULY 15: Students Arrive- Meet at Academic Center (Lakeridge HS)
JULY 16: 8:30am � 12:00pm Class/Orientation
Free Afternoon w/Host Family
Welcome Party
JULY 17: All Day Excursion - Portland Sights
JULY 18: Host Family Time
JULY 19: Host Family Time
JULY 20: 8:30am -12pm Class
NIKE Tour & Shopping, 12-5
JULY 21: 8:30am -12pm Class
Hiking, 12-5
JULY 22: All Day Excursion - Oregon Coast Sights
JULY 23: 8:30am-12pm Class
Fun & Games 12-5
JULY 24: 8:30am-12pm Class
Free Afternoon with Host Family
JULY 25: Host Family Time
JULY 26: Host Family Time
JULY 27: 8:30-11:30am Class
Cooking, Crafts
Farewell Party
JULY 28: 8:30 -12:30pm Class
Free Afternoon with Host Family
JULY 29: Students Depart
Please consider opening your home and life to host one of these students
from China. This will be an experience you will be happy that your family
participated in!
If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact
Kristin Obermire at 503.260.6012 or nielsen.kristin@gmail.com.
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Adoption Readiness
Preparatory Classes for Adoptive Parents
May 16th (8:30am- 2:30pm) - May 17th (8:30am- 2:30pm)
This comprehensive series is designed to meet most recommended pre-adoption education requirements for international or domestic adoption or to supplement agency trainings. We believe history is important in defining the issues adoptive children face and creating positive outcomes.
Successful parenting comes from being fully aware and prepared for potential difficult issues that some families may face. Our goal is to provide participants with tools and resources for the lifelong adventure of being an adoptive family.
This 10 hour curriculum (separated into two workshops) includes:
. Adoption in the U.S.A.
. Becoming an adoptive family
. The attachment process, parental claiming, and bonding
. Communicating with and advocating for your child
. Lifelong issues of adoption
. Nurture vs. Nature
. Adoptism, racism, and diversity in the U.S. culture
. Preparing for the first hours and days of being an adoptive family
Presenter: Mina Bacigalupi, a co-founder of Adoption Mosaic and a pediatric
nurse, has worked and volunteered in the field of adoption for over twelve years. She and her husband adopted their daughter from China and their son domestically.
Cost: $250 per family for the series (singles are encouraged to bring a
support person)
Registration is required. Please complete registration form on Adoption
Mosaic's website www.adoptionmosaic.org and send an email to info@adoptionmosaic.org
with notice of your intent to attend this class or for any questions.
Adoption Mosaic is a non-profit organization founded by those touched by
adoption to offer support, education and resources for the adoption community. Adoption Mosaic is not associated with any adoption agency, nor does it make recommendations about attorneys, agencies or specific types of adoption. For any questions about timelines, paperwork, legal issues, requirements and other specifics; clients will be referred to their respective agencies or adoption attorneys.
Cancellation Policy - 14 days prior to the event, full refund, 13-7 days
transfer funds to another workshop, 72 hours or less no refund. For details visit our website www.adoptionmosaic.org.
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May 16th (8:30am- 2:30pm) - May 17th (8:30am- 2:30pm)
This comprehensive series is designed to meet most recommended pre-adoption education requirements for international or domestic adoption or to supplement agency trainings. We believe history is important in defining the issues adoptive children face and creating positive outcomes.
Successful parenting comes from being fully aware and prepared for potential difficult issues that some families may face. Our goal is to provide participants with tools and resources for the lifelong adventure of being an adoptive family.
This 10 hour curriculum (separated into two workshops) includes:
. Adoption in the U.S.A.
. Becoming an adoptive family
. The attachment process, parental claiming, and bonding
. Communicating with and advocating for your child
. Lifelong issues of adoption
. Nurture vs. Nature
. Adoptism, racism, and diversity in the U.S. culture
. Preparing for the first hours and days of being an adoptive family
Presenter: Mina Bacigalupi, a co-founder of Adoption Mosaic and a pediatric
nurse, has worked and volunteered in the field of adoption for over twelve years. She and her husband adopted their daughter from China and their son domestically.
Cost: $250 per family for the series (singles are encouraged to bring a
support person)
Registration is required. Please complete registration form on Adoption
Mosaic's website www.adoptionmosaic.org and send an email to info@adoptionmosaic.org
with notice of your intent to attend this class or for any questions.
Adoption Mosaic is a non-profit organization founded by those touched by
adoption to offer support, education and resources for the adoption community. Adoption Mosaic is not associated with any adoption agency, nor does it make recommendations about attorneys, agencies or specific types of adoption. For any questions about timelines, paperwork, legal issues, requirements and other specifics; clients will be referred to their respective agencies or adoption attorneys.
Cancellation Policy - 14 days prior to the event, full refund, 13-7 days
transfer funds to another workshop, 72 hours or less no refund. For details visit our website www.adoptionmosaic.org.
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Friday, May 8, 2009
Invite from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
PORTLAND, Ore. – Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) will be hosting An Evening with OCOM: Bringing Healing to the Heart of the City at the Portland Classical Chinese Garden on Thursday, June 11 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public. OCOM’s trustees, alumni, community advocates, corporate supporters, faculty and staff, as well as prominent business and civic leaders will be invited to attend.
Guests will have the opportunity to experience the various modalities of traditional Chinese medicine (acupuncture, massage, Chinese herbs and medicinal cooking), sample gourmet hors d’oeuvres courtesy of Wong’s King, enjoy sake and rice wine tastings, and meet the visionaries who have shaped OCOM’s rich history and those who will advance the college’s mission.
The Portland Classical Chinese Garden is located on the corner of NW 3rd and Everett in Old Town/Chinatown. OCOM has been partnering for several months now with the Garden, holding public seminars on the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine for its guests.
OCOM is a proud and enthusiastic partner in Old Town/Chinatown’s cultural renaissance. The college is slated to relocate to the historic Globe Hotel – known to many Portlanders as the Import Plaza building – in the fall of 2010.
Sponsors for this event include CHP Group, NW Natural, BEAM Development, Willamette Week, The Nines and Zen Space Healing Center.
Join us for a lively celebration of the transformative effects of traditional Chinese medicine and OCOM’s commitment to the culture and vitality of this historic Portland neighborhood. RSVP for this event by phone at 503-253-3443 x230 or email rsvp@ocom.edu.
About Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM):
OCOM trains master’s and doctoral students, conducts research, and treats patients at clinics on campus and in the community. Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1983, OCOM is one of the oldest Chinese medicine colleges in the United States. For more information, please visit www.ocom.edu.
About the Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Never twice the same, the Portland Classical Chinese Garden is an authentically built cultural heritage garden and living museum of Chinese trees and flora. Within this authentic Ming Dynasty scholar’s garden, serpentine mosaic pathways lead to harmonious landscapes of plants, water, stones, pavilions, and poetry. For more information, please visit www.portlandchinesegarden.org.
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Guests will have the opportunity to experience the various modalities of traditional Chinese medicine (acupuncture, massage, Chinese herbs and medicinal cooking), sample gourmet hors d’oeuvres courtesy of Wong’s King, enjoy sake and rice wine tastings, and meet the visionaries who have shaped OCOM’s rich history and those who will advance the college’s mission.
The Portland Classical Chinese Garden is located on the corner of NW 3rd and Everett in Old Town/Chinatown. OCOM has been partnering for several months now with the Garden, holding public seminars on the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine for its guests.
OCOM is a proud and enthusiastic partner in Old Town/Chinatown’s cultural renaissance. The college is slated to relocate to the historic Globe Hotel – known to many Portlanders as the Import Plaza building – in the fall of 2010.
Sponsors for this event include CHP Group, NW Natural, BEAM Development, Willamette Week, The Nines and Zen Space Healing Center.
Join us for a lively celebration of the transformative effects of traditional Chinese medicine and OCOM’s commitment to the culture and vitality of this historic Portland neighborhood. RSVP for this event by phone at 503-253-3443 x230 or email rsvp@ocom.edu.
About Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM):
OCOM trains master’s and doctoral students, conducts research, and treats patients at clinics on campus and in the community. Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1983, OCOM is one of the oldest Chinese medicine colleges in the United States. For more information, please visit www.ocom.edu.
About the Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Never twice the same, the Portland Classical Chinese Garden is an authentically built cultural heritage garden and living museum of Chinese trees and flora. Within this authentic Ming Dynasty scholar’s garden, serpentine mosaic pathways lead to harmonious landscapes of plants, water, stones, pavilions, and poetry. For more information, please visit www.portlandchinesegarden.org.
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Saturday, May 2, 2009
Upcoming Film: Long Wait for Home
Long Wait for Home
A FILM by Dr. Changfu Chang
Millersville University, PA
International adoption from the Chinese perspective
A discussion with Dr. Chang will follow the screening
Friday, May 8, 2009
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Event Co-Sponsored by the Portland State University Sociology Club
Location: Portland State University
1721 SW Broadway, Cramer Hall Room 250
Free Parking is available after 7PM in Parking Structure 2 across
Broadway from Cramer Hall
$7 donation per family requested / Free to PSU Students
After costs, all donations collected will support the Oregon/SW
Washington chapter of FCC.
This is an adult event.
Discounted DVDs will be available for purchase at the event.
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A FILM by Dr. Changfu Chang
Millersville University, PA
International adoption from the Chinese perspective
A discussion with Dr. Chang will follow the screening
Friday, May 8, 2009
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Event Co-Sponsored by the Portland State University Sociology Club
Location: Portland State University
1721 SW Broadway, Cramer Hall Room 250
Free Parking is available after 7PM in Parking Structure 2 across
Broadway from Cramer Hall
$7 donation per family requested / Free to PSU Students
After costs, all donations collected will support the Oregon/SW
Washington chapter of FCC.
This is an adult event.
Discounted DVDs will be available for purchase at the event.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Lake Oswego Chinese Immersion Preschool Opening June 2
The Bodhi Tree Center is pleased to announce that starting June 2, 2009, we will offer a second location of our Mandarin Chinese Immersion Preschool, in Lake Oswego -- 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 (at the United Church of Christ)). This location is ideal for families with preschool age children in the Lake Oswego, West Linn, Tigard and Tualatin areas.
The program will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (3 days a week) from 9:30 am - 12 noon (half day) for preschoolers, children ages 3-5. Children will learn Mandarin Chinese through singing, dancing, playing, fun and games, arts and crafts, outdoor and other activities. The focus is on developing conversational skills in Mandarin Chinese; some Chinese characters will be introduced. Children will learn Mandarin much as they learn their first language.
For more information, and to enroll, please contact us at 503-788-0336 or visit our Website at http://www.bodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
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The program will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (3 days a week) from 9:30 am - 12 noon (half day) for preschoolers, children ages 3-5. Children will learn Mandarin Chinese through singing, dancing, playing, fun and games, arts and crafts, outdoor and other activities. The focus is on developing conversational skills in Mandarin Chinese; some Chinese characters will be introduced. Children will learn Mandarin much as they learn their first language.
For more information, and to enroll, please contact us at 503-788-0336 or visit our Website at http://www.bodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
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Open House: Mandarin Chinese Preschool in Lake Oswego
The Bodhi Tree Center will be holding an Open House on Wednesday, May 13, 6-8 pm, at the new Lake Oswego location of the Bodhi Tree Center.
This is a good opportunity for families of preschool age children, living in the Lake Oswego, West Linn, Tigard, and Tualatin areas particularly, to visit, meet the teachers, and get familiar with the Mandarin Chinese Immersion preschool starting in June. The new Lake Oswego location is 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 (at United Church of Christ). For more information, please call 503-788-0336 or visit our Website at http://www.bodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
Spring-Term Adult Language Classes
We are now enrolling for Spring-term Adult language classes and Spring-term Children's language classes. Classes generally run 12 weeks meeting either 1.5 or 2 hours a week.
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This is a good opportunity for families of preschool age children, living in the Lake Oswego, West Linn, Tigard, and Tualatin areas particularly, to visit, meet the teachers, and get familiar with the Mandarin Chinese Immersion preschool starting in June. The new Lake Oswego location is 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 (at United Church of Christ). For more information, please call 503-788-0336 or visit our Website at http://www.bodhiTreeChineseSchool.org
Spring-Term Adult Language Classes
We are now enrolling for Spring-term Adult language classes and Spring-term Children's language classes. Classes generally run 12 weeks meeting either 1.5 or 2 hours a week.
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Mei-Ling Hopgood
My name is Mei-Ling Hopgood, and I'm the author of Lucky Girl, a memoir about about my surprise reunion and relationship with the birth family in Taiwan who gave me up for adoption when I was a baby. Lucky Girl is also about my American family and childhood in Michigan, and my experience as an Asian-American, and the untangling of the unlikely strands that formed my destiny as an Midwestern girl. It is has been named a May pick of the Month by Good Housekeeping Magazine, will be featured in Elle Magazine and is being reviewed by several national and regional newspapers and publications.
For reviews or more information about the book or about me, check out www.mei-linghopgood.com, or check out her fan page on Facebook. You can also see the Lucky Girl Book Trailer at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzuqKAGkz6g
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For reviews or more information about the book or about me, check out www.mei-linghopgood.com, or check out her fan page on Facebook. You can also see the Lucky Girl Book Trailer at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzuqKAGkz6g
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Friday, April 10, 2009
Join FCC Board of Directors
FCC is in urgent need of one more member to join the FCC Board of Directors. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our adoptive families. We meet once a month for a two hour meeting to plan events, bring information and activities to the membership. Any member is encouraged to inquire! We meet the first Monday of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Even if you child is not home yet, please consider joining the team that helps bring so many wonderful events to our group, Families with Children from China. Serving on the board is a beautiful gift to give your child and the community!
We only need one more person, but can take up to six more! Please inquire with Holly Odil, FCC President at: hollyleaf75@hotmail.com
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Even if you child is not home yet, please consider joining the team that helps bring so many wonderful events to our group, Families with Children from China. Serving on the board is a beautiful gift to give your child and the community!
We only need one more person, but can take up to six more! Please inquire with Holly Odil, FCC President at: hollyleaf75@hotmail.com
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Thursday, April 9, 2009
FCC 2009 First Spring Dance Festival
Come see some of the best traditional Chinese Dance talent within our FCC community. Join us in supporting our local talent at the FCC 2009 Spring Dance Festival.
Saturday, May 2nd
2:00 - 4:30 pm
Friendship Masonic Lodge
5626 NW Alameda Street
Portland, OR
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Saturday, May 2nd
2:00 - 4:30 pm
Friendship Masonic Lodge
5626 NW Alameda Street
Portland, OR
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Easter Bunny Training Camp!
Come learn the art of the traditional Easter Egg Hunt in a safe environment. Depending on the number of kids, we may split into a couple of groups based on age and ability. Little kids can practice spotting an Easter egg and putting it into their Easter basket. Older kids will learn advanced techniques such as the hip check and to throw an elbow … just kidding. We all will have a good time! Please plan to stay and play for a little while on the playground.
Who: All Members of FCC (free)
Non- FCC Members ($2 donation per child)
Children must have an adult with them to help.
What to bring: Your own Easter basket & 12 filled plastic eggs to share (per child).
Please do not bring plastic eggs you want back.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2009 – 10:00 (Sharp) to 12ish
Where: The Swings at Grant Park
The Park is located on NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Place, Portland, OR.
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Who: All Members of FCC (free)
Non- FCC Members ($2 donation per child)
Children must have an adult with them to help.
What to bring: Your own Easter basket & 12 filled plastic eggs to share (per child).
Please do not bring plastic eggs you want back.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2009 – 10:00 (Sharp) to 12ish
Where: The Swings at Grant Park
The Park is located on NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Place, Portland, OR.
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Sunday, March 22, 2009
Easter Bunny Training Camp!
Come learn the art of the traditional Easter Egg Hunt in a safe environment. Depending on the number of kids, we may split into a couple of groups based on age and ability. Little kids can practice spotting an Easter egg and putting it into their Easter basket. Older kids will learn advanced techniques such as the hip check and to throw an elbow … just kidding. We all will have a good time! Please plan to stay and play for a little while on the playground.
Who: All Members of FCC (free)
Non- FCC Members ($2 donation per child)
Children must have an adult with them to help.
What to bring: Your own Easter basket & 12 filled plastic eggs to share (per child).
Please do not bring plastic eggs you want back.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2009 – 10:00 (Sharp) to 12ish
Where: The Swings at Grant Park
The Park is located on NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Place, Portland, OR.
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Who: All Members of FCC (free)
Non- FCC Members ($2 donation per child)
Children must have an adult with them to help.
What to bring: Your own Easter basket & 12 filled plastic eggs to share (per child).
Please do not bring plastic eggs you want back.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2009 – 10:00 (Sharp) to 12ish
Where: The Swings at Grant Park
The Park is located on NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Place, Portland, OR.
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Monday, March 16, 2009
WEST VANCOUVER KINDERGARTEN IMMERSION
a Chinese Immersion Program will start next fall at Franklin Elementary School in West Vancouver.
The Vancouver School District plans to have full-day kindergarten taught mostly in Chinese. Parents are asked to commit to the full five years. The first year, it costs $2,900, the difference between half and full-day kindergarten. In subsequent years, there's no tuition charge. Kids in the Franklin district have first preference, then other VSD kids, then from outside the district. This looks very good, but it's only for kindergarteners. They said the whole school will learn about Chinese culture, so that might be good for older kids. The school people said they hope to eventually offer Chinese at other levels all the way through high school.
More meetings about this will be held at 6:30 p.m. on March 24 and April 21 at Franklin. You can apply as early as March 3. They'll have a lottery if too many kids apply, though they might add a second class if the demand is high enough.
For more info, see www.vansd.org and click under News Releases. Or e- mail Howard Yank, who's in charge of the program, at howard.yank@vansd.org.
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The Vancouver School District plans to have full-day kindergarten taught mostly in Chinese. Parents are asked to commit to the full five years. The first year, it costs $2,900, the difference between half and full-day kindergarten. In subsequent years, there's no tuition charge. Kids in the Franklin district have first preference, then other VSD kids, then from outside the district. This looks very good, but it's only for kindergarteners. They said the whole school will learn about Chinese culture, so that might be good for older kids. The school people said they hope to eventually offer Chinese at other levels all the way through high school.
More meetings about this will be held at 6:30 p.m. on March 24 and April 21 at Franklin. You can apply as early as March 3. They'll have a lottery if too many kids apply, though they might add a second class if the demand is high enough.
For more info, see www.vansd.org and click under News Releases. Or e- mail Howard Yank, who's in charge of the program, at howard.yank@vansd.org.
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TALENT PALACE PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE MARCH 20
Open House at Talent Palace Preschool on Friday, March 20 at 6:30 PM -8:30 PM
Talent Palace Preschool is certified family Childcare facility located near Beaverton Nike Campus. It provides a full Chinese Immersion Program (Mandarin). Provider has a Portland Community College Associates of Applied Science Degree in Early Education and Family Study, with more than twenty years of Early Childhood Education experiences in Taiwan and Portland.
Children learn Chinese through Monthly themes, daily routine, singing songs, and various fun activities.
Talent Palace Preschool
50 SW 142nd Ave
Beaverton OR 97006
Phone: 503-626-2756
Email: talentchild168@yahoo.com
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Talent Palace Preschool is certified family Childcare facility located near Beaverton Nike Campus. It provides a full Chinese Immersion Program (Mandarin). Provider has a Portland Community College Associates of Applied Science Degree in Early Education and Family Study, with more than twenty years of Early Childhood Education experiences in Taiwan and Portland.
Children learn Chinese through Monthly themes, daily routine, singing songs, and various fun activities.
Talent Palace Preschool
50 SW 142nd Ave
Beaverton OR 97006
Phone: 503-626-2756
Email: talentchild168@yahoo.com
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Friday, February 20, 2009
NW CHINESE ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE FRI. FEB. 27
Family Friendly Open House at Northwest Chinese Academy on Friday, February 27 at 6:30 pm.
Children can participate in a Chinese Arts & Crafts activity while parents learn about our Chinese Immersion School in Downtown Beaverton.
Spaces are limited so please RSVP by emailing info@nwchineseacademy.org or by calling 503-954-6277!
Northwest Chinese Academy, located in Beaverton, OR is a Chinese Immersion School for Preschool through 5th grade students. We offer an exceptional education and a true sense of
community by embracing the highest academic standards while creating a warm and supportive environment for learning.
For more information, visit: www.nwchineseacademy.org
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Children can participate in a Chinese Arts & Crafts activity while parents learn about our Chinese Immersion School in Downtown Beaverton.
Spaces are limited so please RSVP by emailing info@nwchineseacademy.org or by calling 503-954-6277!
Northwest Chinese Academy, located in Beaverton, OR is a Chinese Immersion School for Preschool through 5th grade students. We offer an exceptional education and a true sense of
community by embracing the highest academic standards while creating a warm and supportive environment for learning.
For more information, visit: www.nwchineseacademy.org
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ALWAYS & FOREVER INFO MEETING SAT. FEB. 21
In order to help more families ease the burden of travel costs, Always & Forever Homeland Tours is rolling out new promotions and cost saving coupons. Information about the current promotions are posted on their website under "Latest News". They are busy organizing 2009 group tours as scheduled and arranging customized trips for individual families as well. their Adoption Reunion Tour late March to early April 2009 is already full. There is still space available for other 2009 tours.
The next informational meeting on homeland tours will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the office of Associated Services for International Adoption (ASIA) in Portland,Oregon.
For more information, visit: http://www.adoptionhomelandtours.com/
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The next informational meeting on homeland tours will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the office of Associated Services for International Adoption (ASIA) in Portland,Oregon.
For more information, visit: http://www.adoptionhomelandtours.com/
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Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Public Seminars at the Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine Offers Public Seminars at the Portland Classical Chinese Garden
These events take place at the Garden, located at 239 NW Everett (on the corner of NW 3rd and Everett) in Portland’s Old Town/Chinatown neighborhood. Seminars are included in the price of admission to the Garden.
At these seminars, OCOM faculty members will speak on various topics based on their areas of clinical focus. March seminar information is as follows:
Eat Your Greens: The Healing Power of Vegetables
Tuesday, March 17 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mom always told you to eat your vegetables. Now you can learn why! Join us for a cooking demonstration and engaging talk about the healing properties of vegetables.
Berries, Bark and Roots: Benefitting from Chinese Herbs Tuesday, March 31 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Join us as we venture into the vast subject of Chinese herbal medicine. This seminar will introduce you to the basics of Chinese herbal medicine and help you learn how Chinese herbs may benefit you.
The Garden hosts several signature events such as these throughout the year. The events are intended to enrich the Garden’s mission of engaging and educating visitors in the richly authentic culture of China and allow visitors to see the Garden in new ways.
This seminar series has been extremely successful, so OCOM will also be offering public seminars at the Garden from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM every Tuesday from June 16 – September 1.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009
BODHI TREE OPEN HOUSE FEB. 21
Open House for Chinese Children's Programs: Saturday, February 21, 12-2 pm. This is a good time to visit the center for the first time, meet the teachers, and get familiar with the Mandarin Chinese language programs for toddlers (2-year olds), preschoolers (3-5 year olds), homeschoolers (6+ year olds) and afterschoolers (6+ year olds). For more information, please call 503-788-0336 or see http://www.bodhitreelanguagecenter.org/
Chinese TODDLERS Program: Thursdays, 10 am - 12 noon (2 hours a week). This class is designed for 2-year old children. Small classes. Children learn Mandarin Chinese culture and language through coloring, singing and dancing, group games, story telling, and by having fun -- all in Mandarin Chinese. Parents should be present. This is a year-round program. For more information, please call 503-788-0336 or see http://www.bodhitreelanguagecenter.org/
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Chinese TODDLERS Program: Thursdays, 10 am - 12 noon (2 hours a week). This class is designed for 2-year old children. Small classes. Children learn Mandarin Chinese culture and language through coloring, singing and dancing, group games, story telling, and by having fun -- all in Mandarin Chinese. Parents should be present. This is a year-round program. For more information, please call 503-788-0336 or see http://www.bodhitreelanguagecenter.org/
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PHOTOS OF FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR
If you'd like to see photos of this year's FCC Oregon/SW Washington Chinese New Year lunch at Legin Restaurant, click here. Thanks to John Rudoff, M.D. for sharing his photos.
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Sunday, February 1, 2009
The International School Open House
WHAT: Preschool & Kindergarten Open House for Japanese, Spanish & Chinese total immersion programs
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17, 2009. Tours begin at 6pm, 6:30pm, and 7pm
WHY: For families to see and understand the total immersion program for children aged 3 years to 5th grade. Visitors will get to talk to teachers, current parents, and administrators.
WHO: Parents and grandparents of children aged 0 to 6 (who have not yet started kindergarten).
WHERE: In the South Waterfront/North Macadam area of downtown:
See 3-year-old preschool classes at 2717 SW Corbett Street, Portland, 97201
See 4-year-old preschool through 5th grade classes down the street at 2305 SW Water Avenue, Portland, 97201
MORE INFORMATION: www.intlschool.org, 503-226-2496
The International School provides a multicultural environment where children are fully immersed in Chinese, Spanish or Japanese for preschool through fifth grade. Children become bilingual as they learn a full American curriculum with native speaking teachers and small classes. The International School was founded in 1990, and today educates 400 children. www.intlschool.org, 503-226-2496, 025 SW Sherman Street, Portland, Oregon 97201.
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WHEN: Tuesday, February 17, 2009. Tours begin at 6pm, 6:30pm, and 7pm
WHY: For families to see and understand the total immersion program for children aged 3 years to 5th grade. Visitors will get to talk to teachers, current parents, and administrators.
WHO: Parents and grandparents of children aged 0 to 6 (who have not yet started kindergarten).
WHERE: In the South Waterfront/North Macadam area of downtown:
See 3-year-old preschool classes at 2717 SW Corbett Street, Portland, 97201
See 4-year-old preschool through 5th grade classes down the street at 2305 SW Water Avenue, Portland, 97201
MORE INFORMATION: www.intlschool.org, 503-226-2496
The International School provides a multicultural environment where children are fully immersed in Chinese, Spanish or Japanese for preschool through fifth grade. Children become bilingual as they learn a full American curriculum with native speaking teachers and small classes. The International School was founded in 1990, and today educates 400 children. www.intlschool.org, 503-226-2496, 025 SW Sherman Street, Portland, Oregon 97201.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2009
LANGUAGE TREE DISCOUNT ON CHINESE FOR KIDS
Xin nian yu kuai! To celebrate the year of the ox, Language Tree is offering FCC parents 20% off our Chinese for Kids DVDs. They’re a fun and effective way to introduce your children to Mandarin Chinese.
To get this promotion, please have your members go to http://www.language-tree.com/ and enter code HAPPY2009 at checkout.
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Sunday, January 18, 2009
Volunteers wanted at Chinese New Year celebration
Xian Nian Kuai Le FCC Families!
If anyone would like to help out at this year's Chinese New Year celebration on Saturday the 24th at Legin we would GREATLY appreciate it. We are looking for individuals to staff the raffle table selling tickets and to sell books at the Powell's Books Table for 30 minute shifts. If you are interesteed in giving 30 minutes of your time to FCC this Saturday, please contact FCC's Natalia Johnson at: dnj17@comcast.net
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Saturday, January 17, 2009
HOMELAND TOURS INFORMATION FOR 2009
ALWAYS & FOREVER
Our agency will have an informational meeting on homeland tours on February 21 at the ASIA office on 215 SW Hooker, Suite 100 in Portland from 1 -3 pm. Click here for an informational flyer.
POPS FOUNDATION
The Prince of Peace Foundation is happy to officially open registration for the 2009 China Cultural Trip. We are very pleased to share that the China Language Educational Foundation will be heavily subsidizing the cost of this trip, and it will only cost $700 per adult / $400 per child (age 10-17) for travel within China. We will be traveling from June 19-29, 2009. For more detailed information, please see the brochure.
When you are ready to make a reservation, please return the application form and required documents to our office. Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.
More information on Homeland Tours is available on the FCC Oregon/SW Washington website at: http://www.fcc-oregon.org/families_f_tours.html
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Our agency will have an informational meeting on homeland tours on February 21 at the ASIA office on 215 SW Hooker, Suite 100 in Portland from 1 -3 pm. Click here for an informational flyer.
POPS FOUNDATION
The Prince of Peace Foundation is happy to officially open registration for the 2009 China Cultural Trip. We are very pleased to share that the China Language Educational Foundation will be heavily subsidizing the cost of this trip, and it will only cost $700 per adult / $400 per child (age 10-17) for travel within China. We will be traveling from June 19-29, 2009. For more detailed information, please see the brochure.
When you are ready to make a reservation, please return the application form and required documents to our office. Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.
More information on Homeland Tours is available on the FCC Oregon/SW Washington website at: http://www.fcc-oregon.org/families_f_tours.html
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WAITING FAMILIES MEETING ON MELAMINE FEB. 8
The Waiting Families group is meeting at a new location on Sunday, February 8. (NOT the first Sunday of the month-We skipped for Super bowl weekend.)
Our topic is an important one, the recent milk and formula contamination in China (children have been affected who were adopted as far back as 2004). We have Doctor Meg Hayes, an international adoption pediatrician, speaking to our group about potential ramifications to our kiddos, tests, and how the medical community is addressing this. We are opening this meeting to anyone who would like to attend in the FCC community.
What: Doctor Hayes on Melamime
Date: Sunday, Feb 8
Time: 3:00-4:30 (As always we invite recently returned families from China to bring their little one from 4:30-5:00)
Where: PSU campus, Cramer Hall (*south entrance)
1721 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
Parking is free
**The south entrance is between Smith Student Center and Cramer Hall).
There is a Starbucks and several sandwich shops within walking distance.
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Our topic is an important one, the recent milk and formula contamination in China (children have been affected who were adopted as far back as 2004). We have Doctor Meg Hayes, an international adoption pediatrician, speaking to our group about potential ramifications to our kiddos, tests, and how the medical community is addressing this. We are opening this meeting to anyone who would like to attend in the FCC community.
What: Doctor Hayes on Melamime
Date: Sunday, Feb 8
Time: 3:00-4:30 (As always we invite recently returned families from China to bring their little one from 4:30-5:00)
Where: PSU campus, Cramer Hall (*south entrance)
1721 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
Parking is free
**The south entrance is between Smith Student Center and Cramer Hall).
There is a Starbucks and several sandwich shops within walking distance.
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AREA CHINESE NEW YEAR EVENTS
In addition to the FCC celebration on January 24, you may want to check out these other Chinese New Year events in the Portland Metropolitan/Vancouver area:
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