Neighborhood News


	Neighbors Drive Change
	The shabby little building called the Wake-Up Drive Through coffee shop at 5633 SE Division has been reclaimed by the community - thanks to interested neighbors, collaborative efforts and an unrelenting focus to make a change. For months, neighbors noticed that the shop didn't seem to have a stream of regular customers or to serve much coffee. Neighbors knew something was going on. Police and drug enforcement got involved, setting up surveillance, occasionally using the teachers' lounge at Atkinson grade school across the street. It was determined that a key ingredient of methamphetamines was being sold out of the building. The US Federal Marshall's office seized the property after a raid was conducted. The property has been renamed Atkinson/Tabor Community Commons and is under the control of Southeast Uplift, the neighborhood coalition for the area. Southeast Uplift is administering the building on behalf of the Mt. Tabor Neighborhood Association, South Tabor Neighborhood Association and Atkinson Elementary PTA. The project and the outcome are a dramatic example of what can be accomplished when dedicated communities work together. Neighbors, businesses, community, city, state and federal efforts cooperated over a span of years to achieve this success. Many projects and opportunities remain to contribute to this effort. To find out how you can help, contact SE Uplift at 503.232.0010.


	Expertise in Health & Wellness
	Portland Health and Wellness is a small, locally-owned clinic located close-by at 1821 SE Ankeny Street. Our clinic stands apart from others in a number of important ways. The clinical team at PH&W provides top-level individual care as well as high-quality workshops, classes and programs. Class sizes are usually limited to 12 (fewer for cooking classes). In these small group settings, Portland Health and Wellness is able to offer an affordable and cost-effective means to help you develop (or enhance) health-promoting skills. Although the clinicians come from different professional backgrounds, we all have a common interest in nutrition, whole health, disease prevention, evidence-based care and the interplay of emotional factors with health. Currently the clinical team consists of a clinical nutritionist, psychologist, counselor, and psychiatrist. Periodically guest presenters offer workshops and classes at the clinic. In the future, acupuncture and preventive medicine services will be available. Core to the clinic is a comfortable and inviting cooking demonstration area. Health-based cooking classes cover a variety of topics, ranging from basic cooking skills to preparing 30 minute gourmet meals to teaching men who hate to cook. Space is available within the clinic for yoga, Qigong, and other forms of movement and physical activity. 12 Weeks to Mindful Eating is a program designed and offered by Donald Altman, MA. This group is for men and women who struggle with their eating patterns and wish to develop a healthier relationship with food. The group focuses on the positive benefits that food has to offer and uses mindfulness, or awareness, as a key component to gaining more skill with food. Donald Altman, MA is a counselor, former Buddhist monk, and award-winning writer who has authored several books and CDs on mindful living and eating. Mr. Altman is in private practice and teaches at Portland State University and Lewis and Clark College's Graduate School of Education and Counseling. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Center for Mindful Eating. Other current offerings include Master Wu's Qigong class, a weekly weight management group, a group for people suffering from disordered eating/eating disorders, cooking classes, and a year-long evidence-based weight loss program. For an up-to-date schedule of classes and programs, visit Portland Health and Wellness. A free monthly e-newsletter is available which offers valuable health tips ranging from evidence-based weight loss to emotional eating to stress management. Ask to receive it by contacting infoph_w@comcast.net or call 503.236.4506.

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Ready or not it seems like summer is coming to a close. While the days are sunny, get out and enjoy our side of town. I am often heard repeating "I have everything I need right here in Southeast." And...it's true! Book stores, movie theaters, dog parks, plant nurseries, playgrounds, breakfast joints, Mexican food, Indian food, Mediterranean food, American comfort food, coffee and more coffee. No wonder I never cross the river. Savor the end of summer right here in the neighborhood.

A special welcome to the newest supporter of the Neighborhood News the auto shop right nearby - Hawthorne Auto Clinic. Owners Liz and Jim have been long time supporters of important projects and issues. They are committed to their community and to sustainable practices. Plus, they'll do great work on your car.

PARTIES & PICNICS

The whirlyGirlz hoop troupe entertained the crowd at the annual Grant Street Fayre held a few weeks ago. The whirlyGirlz also led a hoop playshop, teaching a street full of kids hoop basics and simple tricks. Other entertainment included a kids' talent show, the band SweetJuice and the always amazing fire-dance show to close out the night. The 300+ people who attended also enjoyed the annual raffle and large community potluck.

Just down the road neighbors gathered in the Center Circle Park for the annual Friends of Ladd's Addition Gardens picnic. Hundreds of neighbors and garden volunteers gathered on a sunny Sunday for great food, old fashioned games and a bit of an unexpected water balloon fight. Thanks especially to FLAG, Jerry Petty, Darren Winward, Videorama, Portland Roasting and Rand at Palio's.

KNIT - NOW!

If you think knitting is reserved for those rainy winter evenings - you haven't been to Mabel's! This local hot spot at SE 30th & Division is the perfect place to hang no matter the weather. Mabel's Cafe & Knittery is outfitted with everything you need to knit (or crochet) AND they have air conditioning, ice cream and milkshakes in the summer months.

Vermont native Cait Smith opened Mabel's in June 2004. Cait learned to knit from her Mom, Mabel, and longed to someday combine her two favorite things - yarn and coffee. Having grown up above a general store, Cait knew just what to do. Mabel's Cafe & Knittery is a great place to learn to knit, to take classes, to relax and to work on a project (with help nearby), to shop for yarn and tools and to enjoy a coffee, a pastry, a microbrew or a glass of wine while you're doing it. Kids are even welcomed with their own area for play, complete with toys and books.

You can even shop Mabel's online or get the schedule for upcoming classes at Mabel's Cafe & Knittery. Start now and that new sweater you need will be ready by winter!

TIME FOR TREES
Now is the time when things gear up for the HAND Friends of Trees tree planting. Planting day comes to the neighborhoods on December 2. Long before planting day however there is much to be done including hearing from neighbors who would like a tree for their parking strip, who want more information or who would like to volunteer. Contact Jack at 503.238.0912 for details.

CLEVELAND COMMUNITY FIELD PROJECT
There are a few days left to make a donation to the Cleveland Community Field Project and have the donation matched by the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund! The matching period has been graciously extended to September 1st, 2006.

The Cleveland Community Field Project is an ambitious community-led effort to replace deteriorating outdoor facilities at Cleveland High School. The project will benefit the entire southeast Portland community as a state-of-the-art place to run, exercise, train, compete, walk and meet up. Donate between $1,000 - $5,000 by September 1 to maximize your contribution. Every dollar makes a difference and is an investment in the entire community. Visit Cleveland Community Field to learn more and Donate to make a gift.

NEW IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Blink is a new shop offering eye glasses and eye exams in a boutique setting. Optometrists Andrew Armstrong and Mark Fast expect Blink to open in mid-October. The full service shop will be located on SE 21st near Clinton in the Local 49 Building that houses Loyly Sauna and Steam.

THE CALENDAR
The annual Hawthorne Block Party is tomorrow, Saturday, August 26th 10 am - 8 pm from 20th to 50th all along the Boulevard. Enjoy Portland's original nexus for all things funky. There will be art, music, health and wellness workshops and lots to eat and drink.

Muddy Boot Organic Festival is hosted by members of St. Philip Neri Church. The new event runs September 8-10 celebrating sustainable and organic living in our local community. To purchase tickets or for more information call 503.764.7525.

The Portland Eastside chapter of the Archimedes Movement is sponsoring a free informational event held at SubRosa restaurant, corner of SE 26th and Clinton on Monday, September 18, 7 pm. There will be a showing of a DVD of John Kitzhaber's plan to create a new health care system followed by a discussion. Coffee and dessert will be served. Space is limited, reserve by contacting amhouseparty@gmail.com.

HAND Hosford-Abernethy Neighborhood Development Association has monthly meetings open to the public at 7 pm, the third Tuesday of the month at St. Philip Neri Church. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 19th.

Zenana Spa and Wellness Center, located at 2024 SE Clinton, is open offering day spa and wellness services with a focus on pregnant and parenting families. A Grand Opening Celebration on September 30th 4-7 pm is open to everyone. Stop in, enjoy the party and learn more about services, classes available and for products for Mom and baby. Call 503.228.6262 for details or learn more at www.zenana-spa.com.

Salsa Salsa! on Sauvie Island is a celebration of food, farming and the land hosted by Sauvie Island Organics, Sauvie Island Center and Janus Youth Programs' Food Works Farm. Metro's Howell Territorial Park is the crossroads for these three organizations to building connections between people and the land. Sauvie Island Organics, a CSA, has drop off locations across southeast, including Ladd's Addition. On Saturday, September 16th from 10 am to 4 pm venture out to Sauvie's for a fun-filled day. There will be tours, demonstrations, projects and games.Try salsa made by local chefs and enjoy music and an auction. For additional details contact Shari Raider at 503.621.6921.