Tuesday, February 26, 2008
FCC's FIRST EASTER BUNNY TRAINING CAMP
Brought to you by your FCC Portland Metro Play Group
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. Click here for a flyer with all of the info.
Please plan to stay and play for a little while.
Who: All Members of FCC (free)
Non- FCC members ($2 donation per child)
Children must have an adult with them to help.
What: to bring??? Your own Easter basket & 12 Filled plastic eggs to share (per child). Please do not bring plastic eggs you want back.
When: Saturday, March 15, 2008 – 10:00 (Sharp) to 12 Noonish
Where: The Swings at Grant Park The Park is located on NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Place in Portland. OR
In Case of rain: You are in Oregon! If you don't learn to do it inthe rain, you will never do anything! Wear a hat! Questions? Contact Kris Carlson 503-513-9047.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2008
VANCOUVER CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS
2:00 pm
Three Creeks Library (Salmon Creek area)
800-C NE Tenney Rd
Amy Lee of the Fort Vancouver Regional Libray will present customs and folktales of the Chinese New Year. There will be crafts, refreshments and even a parade. Special performance from the Salmon Creek Chinese School.
Saturday February 23
1:00 pm
Free admission
Luepke Senior Center (behind Marshall Community Center)
1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver
- Enjoy a Chinese puppet show "Images of China" performed by the Dragon Art Studio.
- The Lion Dance will be performed by Lee's Association Lion Dance Team from Portland Oregon.
- Special performance from the Salmon Creek Chinese School.
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KIDS CLUB SPRING FUN
Planned activities for spring:
March 8 - Skate Day
1:30-4:00 pm
Valley Ice Rink in Beaverton
www.valleyicerinkarena.com
FCC to provide the snacks
8$ 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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Tuesday, February 5, 2008
FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL UPDATE
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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Tuesday, January 29, 2008
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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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
FCC CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEB. 10
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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Wednesday, January 16, 2008
ACES UPCOMING WINTER GROUPS & WORKSHOPS
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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