VANCOUVER CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Saturday February 16
2:00 pm
Three Creeks Library (Salmon Creek area)
800-C NE Tenney Rd

Amy Lee of the Fort Vancouver Regional Libray will present customs and folktales of the Chinese New Year. There will be crafts, refreshments and even a parade. Special performance from the Salmon Creek Chinese School.

Saturday February 23
1:00 pm
Free admission
Luepke Senior Center (behind Marshall Community Center)
1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver

• Enjoy a Chinese puppet show "Images of China" performed by the Dragon Art Studio.
• The Lion Dance will be performed by Lee's Association Lion Dance Team from Portland Oregon.
• Special performance from the Salmon Creek Chinese School.

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KIDS CLUB SPRING FUN

Kids Club is a social club for FCC kids ages 6-10. Younger and older siblings are always welcome. Friendship and Fun in the Year of the Rat!

Planned activities for spring:
March 8 - Skate Day
1:30-4:00 pm
Valley Ice Rink in Beaverton
www.valleyicerinkarena.com

FCC to provide the snacks
8$ per skater

We will have a room for parents and tired skaters. Planned by Kathy Collins, rsvp to Jodi at 503 236 8684 or jodiwilf@yahoo.com

March 28 - Game/Pizza night
6pm
at the Wilf home

Contact Jodi for address and to rsvp. Our Asian Teen Mentor group will be joining us.

May (location and date/time tba) - Picnic in the Park playdate
Asian Teen Mentor group will be joining us. Contact Jodi for more info.
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FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL UPDATE

Get ready to celebrate the Year of the Rat!

This Sunday, February 10, 2008
3:30pm - 7:30pm
Oregon Convention Center
(Portland Ballroom)

If you have already registered for the event, you will receive your table confirmation card in the mail this week.

CNY Registration has been extended for mail until Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Those who register now will receive their table assignment at the registration table at the event.

After February 6th, you may still attend the FCC Chinese New Year Festival by registering and paying at the door at the Convention Center on Sunday, February 10, 2008.

See you there!
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FCC Chinese New Year Festival Important Reminder!!!!

Don’t forget to send in your FCC Chinese New Year reservations this week. We have some half filled reserved tables that are waiting for other families in their group to send in registration. We know the snow has made this past week a little crazy so we have good news! All late fees for registration will be waived and event registration will be extended until Wednesday, February 6!!!!!!

If you need to register for the event, you can download this registration form.

If you have sent in your reservation, you will receive your table confirmation card the week of February 4th. We look forward to seeing you!

• Come and join the fun at the FCC Chinese New Year Festival…Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 3:30 to 7:30 pm. This year, the event will be held in the Portland Ballroom located on the south side of the Oregon Convention Center.
• The entertainment begins (at 4:30) with the FCC Kids Dragon. All children are invited to participate! Enjoy the performance by our own FCC Heart to Heart Dance Troupe as well as other wonderful children and adult performers. You will not want to miss the spectacular traditional Lion Dance performed by the Lee’s Association Dance Team. www.leeondong.org
• Enjoy a Chinese Buffet dinner (from 4:30pm – 6:30pm) with your family and friends.
• Kids will enjoy coloring and making projects in the Craft area.
• Shop for gifts and treasures or look for great resource information for your family at the Marketplace (opens at 3:30pm).
• Be sure to stop by the photographer for family photos.
• At registration, you can pick up a certificate for a free 3 - week trial to Gymboree!!!
• Check out the FCC Raffle and the Chengde Wheel of Fortune for a chance to win prizes!

Volunteers are still needed in a few shifts for:

• Entertainment
• Book Sales
• Check in/Registration Crafts
• Raffle

Would your child 9 or older like to help at the CNY event? Send an email to: FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com to let us know of your interest.

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FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEB. 10

Get ready to celebrate the year of the Rat!

We hope that you will be celebrating with us at the FCC Chinese New Year Festival on Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 3:30 to 7:30 pm. This year, the event will be held in the Portland Ballroom located on the south side of the Oregon Convention Center. For more information, go to the Chinese New Year page.

If you need to register for the event, you can download this registration form.

Volunteers are needed!!!!
We need help Sunday, February 10 before, during and briefly after the event. Most shifts generally run about 1/2 hour so as not to take away too much time from your family. Children can help at some of the tasks, so don't hesitate to ask if your child can stay with you. Contact us at FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com.

Vendor check in - 2 – 3:30pm
Entertainment – help guide groups on and off the stage - 4:15 to 7:15pm
Book Sales – from 3:30 – 7:00pm
Check in/Registration- between 3:00 – 5:30pm
Crafts – 3:30 – 7:30pm
Raffle – need help with ticket sales and drawing. – 3:30 to 6:00pm
Event volunteer coordinator
Before event volunteers – ask for details!

Would your child 9 or older like to help at the CNY event? Send an email to: FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com to let us know of your interest.

Important Deadlines:
RSVP by Monday, January 28, 2008 to avoid late fees. Reservations will not be accepted after Monday, February 4, 2008. Reservation Confirmation Cards will be mailed out the week of February 4th.

Donations are also needed such as craft supplies, candy coins, gifts for child volunteers, decorations, raffle items, photocopying, and program paper. If this is an area in which you can help, contact us at FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com.
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ACES UPCOMING WINTER GROUPS & WORKSHOPS

Adoption Counseling & Educational Services Hosts a “Free” On-Going Support Group for Adoptive Parents. ACES' therapists hold one year post-graduate certificates, in Adoption Therapy

Saturday Mornings
January 12, 9:00-10:30
This group will be hosted by Mary Miyakawa, LCSW
The second Saturday of each month

Up-Coming Winter 2008 Groups & Workshops:

Mary Miyakawa, LCSW
Portland Office (Hollywood District)
Albany
Call Mary directly at 503-680-8064

Pre-Adoption Course: Four Thursday evenings beginning February 21st 6:30 to 9:00 pm

Workshop: Connecting With Your Child. If you are struggling in a new adoption, this is the workshop for you. Learn how to help your child overcome early trauma and connect with you in a loving relationship. Saturday Feb 23rd 9:30-12:00.

Pre-Adoption Course: Four Wednesday evenings beginning March 5th 6:30 to 9:00 pm


Gail Hardman-Woung, LCSW
Portland Office (Hollywood District)
Call Gail directly at: 503-314-8591

Quarterly Workshops for Adopted Girls
Saturday morning workshops provide experiential activities for girls to explore and normalize their adoption experiences.
Girl's Group ages 7-11, February 8, 2008 9:00-11:30
Girl's Group ages 12-17 February 8, 2008 12:30- 3:00

Hilde Price-Levine, LCSW
Beaverton Office (near Hwy 217)
Call Hilde at: 503- 644-7144

No Groups

Rhonda Andrews. LCSW
Dundee
Contact Rhonda at: 503-537-3927 # 2

No Groups

Lyn Marx, LPC
www.adoptionsupportonline.com

Directions to the support group are on the services page of our website at www.adoptioncounselingservices.com. Further details of each group can be found on the Therapist/Location pages of our website. Or call 503-522-0839.
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FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEB. 10

Get ready to celebrate the year of the Rat!

The FCC Chinese New Year Festival will be held at the Oregon Convention Center on Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 3:30 to 7:30 pm in the Portland Ballroom on the south side of the center. For more information, go to the Chinese New Year page.

FCC members can look for an invitation in the mail. If you are not a member or need a reservation form, you can download this registration form.

Important Deadlines:
RSVP by Monday, January 28, 2008 to avoid late fees.
Reservations will not be accepted after Monday, February 4, 2008. Reservation Confirmation Cards will be mailed out the week of February 4th.

Volunteers are greatly needed for this fun event in the following categories: craft area, raffle, book sales, FCC booth, registration and entertainment coordinator at event. If you would like to volunteer, contact us at FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com

Donations are also needed such as craft supplies, candy coins, hong bao –red envelopes, gifts for child volunteers, decorations, raffle items, photocopying, and program paper. If this is an area in which you can help, contact us at FCC.CNY.CHAIR@gmail.com