ESPN Sports Radio 1080 The FAN is very proud to announce our very first golf tournament! Kuni Lexus of Portland Presents the "1st Annual" FAN Classic Golf Tournament at Langdon Farms Golf Course on Monday, July 1st! Save the date on your summer calendar now, because this is one golf tournament you won't want to miss! Click here for all the details and to purchase your spot in the tourney now. Some proceeds go to Special Olympics Oregon and Medical Teams International.
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Portland Half Marathon will be racing through Portland on May 19, 2013. The scenic 13.1 mile course starts & finishes at Waterfront Park with two bridge crossings and a tour through East Portland. Don’t miss this 13.1 mile block party. Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or cheer - the race has something for everyone. Rock bands every mile and hundreds of spirited cheerleaders keep you rockin’ from start to finish through the City of Roses. Click here for race details and register now!
It's time for the 2013 Caddies 4 Cure events! Bowling event at Big Al's Vancouver Friday, May 17th, Saturday May 18th, A Night to Chip In at the Tiger Woods Center on the Nike World Campus. Sunday May 19th, Celebrity Golf Classic at The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club. Click here to find out how you can bid to play gold with Isaac & Big Suke at the tournament or to bowl with them at Big Al's.
For information on the following and how you can get involved: Sponsorship please contact Ryan DuChene ryan@caddies4cure.com & Tim Jaeger Tim@caddies4cure.com. Volunteers please contact Sarah Hertzog sarah@caddies4cure.com. Auction donations please contact Kristi Peterson kristi@caddies4cure.com & Lindsey Kaczmarski Lindsey@caddies4cure.com
All other inquiries please email info@caddies4cure.com
Music Education Program for Public Schools
Music Workshop is a non‐profit organization that provides a free, innovative and turnkey supplemental music program to public elementary schools. In just forty minutes of class time, students learn valuable lessons of music appreciation and study including a focus on styles, cultures, genres, instruments and musicians. Students participate in lively discussions and activities that promote personal academic, artistic, and behavioral growth.
The pilot program will launch within twelve Oregon public schools this February with a debut episode covering the topic of Jazz. In conjunction, each Pilot School will have the opportunity to host an assembly delivered by Aaron Meyer and provided by the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.
For Music Workshop to be free of charge to public elementary schools, donations are needed. Please go to www.musicworkshopedu.org to donate today.
Join thousands of walkers from Oregon & SW Washington as we step out to have fun, get inspired, & support a meaningful cause! The American Heart Association’s 10th annual Heart & Stroke Walk celebrates those who have survived heart disease & stroke and remembers those we have lost. Heart disease and stroke are our nation’s No. 1 and No. 1 killers. Your participation will change the lives of others, as you help raise funds to support life-saving research, advocacy and education in Oregon & SW Washington and across the nation. We need your support! Join us Saturday, May 18 at Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade and Vancouver Landing for the 10th anniversary. The festival area opens at 8:30, and the walk kicks-off at 10am. Bring your energy, passion and stories – let your footsteps be heard! Click here for more information.
3rd Annual Memorial Day BBQ Bash
Come help BBQ Slicks celebrate and remebers our hero's at the 3rd Annual Memorial Day BBQ Bash, Monday May 27th, 12:00-7:00pm at BBQ Slick's new Drive Thru BBQ Facilit, 28300 Wilsonville Rd, Newberg, OR 97132. Come and enjoy the live music (3 bands including Headliner Blues Rocker Ty Curtis), Free BBQ, Raffles, Games, 40 x 40 Beer, Wine and Cocktails. Bring your lawn chairs and hang out in the park, listen to music with some Slick's Big Time BBQ and have a great time as they celebrate Memorial Day and raise some money for our Vets (Donations at the gate. 100% of proceeds will go to the VFW, Post 4015 of Newberg! Parking and shuttle service will be provided at the Les Schwab in Newberg and The Trolley will deliver you with a short shuttle ride to the event (no parking on site).
Help Jeff Worley pay his medical bills after a serious accident!
Jeff Worley was in a severe accident April 27th and was Life Flighted to OHSU. He was immediately admitted to the ICU. His injuries are numerous. He remembers nothing of the accident. His friends and family are coming together attempting to ease the financial burden he will soon encounter. Due to the recent economic crisis, he has no reserves to pay for even the basics of everyday life for his family, not to mention the medical bills that will not be covered by insurance in this unforeseen traumatic event. His daughter created a fundraiser to help aid in the tremendous financial need her Dad is soon to encounter. Learn more about how you can help this family!
Oregon and Washington have nearly 20,000 children in foster care. Many have suffered the effects of poverty, neglect, and even abuse. Studies show that for many foster children, the challenges are just beginning. But it does not have to be this way. Sleep Country USA would like your help by joining forces in our community to help the Northwest foster kids by donating shoes to your local neighborhood Sleep Country USA location. With your help, we can provide foster children with the little things that often make a big difference. With your continued support we strive to help foster kids beat the odds. Learn more about our current drive efforts or donate online or even host your own drive today!
With the Rose Festival CityFair at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, the PGE/SOLVE Starlight Parade, the Fred Meyer Junior Parade, the Queen's Coronation presented by Pacific Power, the Bank of the West Grand Floral Walk, the Spirit Mountain Casino Grand Floral Parade, Creative Youth Awards, the Rose Cup Races, there's plenty of ways to celebrate Portland's Party! Learn more about all the different activities.
Relay For Life is coming to Milwaukie!
Relay For Life Kick Off Party – Saturday January 26th at the Milwaukie Elk Lodge
On January 26th, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life® of Milwaukie, Oregon will officially get underway as event volunteers and participants gather Friday, January 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Milwaukie Elks Lodge 13121 SE McLoughlin Blvd. Milwaukie, OR 97222 for a kickoff party to sign-up teams wanting to participate in the annual summer 24 hour event. With dinner compliments of Olive Garden, the rally will feature speakers from the community who have benefitted from the funds raised at Relay and will honor cancer fighters. This will also be where to get information and resources for the Milwaukie Relay For Life event on July 13th at La Salle High School. Join or support a team today!
2013 Relay For Life 24 Hour Relay Event – July 13th – July 14th at La Salle High School
Walkers will go around the clock in the battle against cancer when the 2013 American Cancer Society Relay For Life® of Milwaukie gets underway with teams of residents gathering on Saturday, July 13th starting at 10:00a.m. and ending on Sunday, July 14th at 10:00a.m. at La Salle High School 11999 SE Fuller Rd Milwaukie, OR 97222. Join or support a team today!
Relay For Life events are held overnight as individuals and teams camp out at an athletic track, park or other gathering area, with the goal of keeping at least one team member on the track or pathway at all times throughout the evening. Teams do most of their fundraising prior to the event, but some teams also hold creative fundraisers at their camp sites during Relay. Relay brings together people from all walks of life – all aimed at furthering the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives by helping people stay well, by helping them get well, by finding cures and by fighting back.
To join a Relay For Life in your community, call 1-800-227-2345, or RelayForLife.org.
Send A Kid to Camp Golf Tournament
Gather your golfing buddies and sign up now for the “Send a Kid to Camp Tournament.” The event will be Monday, July 15th at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Course. Test your skills at Witch Hollow, Pumpkin Ridge Golf Course, one of the premier golf courses in the nation and help send deserving children and adults living with disabilities to summer camp for memories that will last a lifetime.
Fabulous raffle prizes, gourmet meals, post-tournament drinks and more! Register by July 12th by calling Easter Seals Oregon ~ 503.228.5108.
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
Do you enjoy giving hope, discovery and self-empowerment to people who truly need and appreciate it?
Bethesda Lutheran Communities is currently looking for Direct Support Professionals!!!
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll be responsible for training and assisting individuals served and supported in various aspects of activities of daily living, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for the health, safety and emotional support of the individuals being served. This position actively supports people to choose and achieve the highest quality of life. Click here to apply: www.bethesdalutherancommunities.org
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